The Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland aims to reduce hunger in Cleveland by providing nutritious food to over 45,000 residents each month, more than 31 percent of whom are children. Cuyahoga County’s largest direct emergency food distribution network, the nonprofit serves 6.5 million meals per year as it allocates 94 percent of every dollar raised to buying food for those in need.

On Saturday, the Hunger Network hosts the second annual East Bank Bacon Festival, a fundraiser that takes place from noon to 10 p.m. on the East Bank of the Flats. Admission is free.

The day will feature a “bacon-infused menu” catered by local restaurants and chefs. The food will be paired with craft beer, and there will be live music. All proceeds go to the Hunger Network. For an entertainment schedule and list of participating food vendors, visit the East Bank Bacon Festival Facebook page. 

This article appears in Oct 3-9, 2018.

Jeff has been covering the Cleveland music scene for more than 25 years now. On a regular basis, he tries to talk to whatever big acts are coming through town. And if you're in a local band that he needs to hear, email him at jniesel@clevescene.com.