The Blue Heron Homecoming is an annual environmental festival that allows community members a chance to learn about the Akron Waterways Renewed! program. The festival features representatives from the City of Akron, firms involved with the AWR! program, and partners such as local non-profits and environmental groups. The festival takes place on June 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Cascade Valley Metro Park (837 Cuyahoga St. - the Chuckery area). The event includes hands-on exhibits for kids and adults, educational and environmental tours, fun giveaways, free food and entertainment, free tree giveaway and free rain barrels. Come say "Hi" to Eco and meet the brand-new apprentice Sprout! For parking, directions and more information, visit
akronwaterwaysrenewed.com; or call 330.375.2949. If you
show the flier to the METRO bus operator, you can ride free on June 17 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 330.762.0341, or visit
akronmetro.org for routes and times.