Friends of the Cleveland Cascade
the rediscovered fountainworks of Lake Merritt
From Barbara Newcombe: “I will say it again. The Cascade is looking best in years. That honest water from the skies is the miracle. The growers of all kinds prefer it to water from the hose. I sat for almost Continue reading Honest Water
Thanks to Nate for bringing two new faces to the Cascade (Ada and Ashley), associates at the Levi Strauss corporate headquarters in San Francisco. Through the company’s generous volunteer program, employees can donate their time to a local non-profit. We’re honored Continue reading The Dynamic Trio
We are very fortunate to have such an amazing group of volunteers, and the team from Walmart.com is indeed special! On July 22nd, Christine Robertson rallied her dot-commer coworkers and showed up ready, willing and able. Thanks, ladies, and come back again soon. Continue reading Welcome Back, Walmart!
Jim Ratliff, Chair of The Friends of the Cleveland Cascade, recently shared this piece from a local blogger, Adrienne Schell (aka “Oakland Momma”). Many of you might find it interesting! Gilkey’s Vertical Grandeur
A beautiful Sunday morning at the Cascade. Hurry over and take it in! The first four photos were taken by Ken Brooks. The last four photos were taken by Dang Nguyen.
The Levi’s team was back at it, a second time volunteering at the Cascade, on Friday, May 20th. Much thanks to Nate for coordinating the efforts. Returning again was Cam, Sayf and Yachin plus two new volunteers, Amelia and Jensen. Despite Continue reading Second Time Around
Last Friday, April 8th, Nate Corbin, a veteran volunteer at the Cascade, spearheaded a group from the Levi Strauss corporate office in San Francisco. These engaging and eager helpers turned the Cascade upside down in a matter of hours! So much Continue reading Cheers for the Volunteers!
In full bloom at the Cascade. Come by and enjoy. It’s never looked lovelier! – Barbara, Dang and Ken
If you’ve been to the Cascade lately, there is no doubt that spring has sprung. The beds are dotted with all sorts of flowers and greenery, thanks to Mother Nature’s abundant rain and the many volunteers. February’s work day brought out Continue reading Spring Sprung
Interested in working off the extra calories from the holidays? Or maybe you’ve been holed up inside and want to break away and breath some fresh air? Either way, we’d love to have you join us this Saturday, January 2nd, Continue reading Work Off Those Extra Calories on January 2nd!