You are Invited to the Genesee RiverWatch

50 Year Anniversary Gala

Please join Genesee RiverWatch and our Honorary Chairpersons:

Sarah C. Mangelsdorf, President, University of Rochester
&
Karl Rosengren, Professor of Psychology, University of Rochester

for an unforgettable evening of art, music, fine dining, a silent auction, and distinguished speakers to celebrate the 50-year legacy of environmental leadership begun by the 

Center for Environmental Information
and continuing as 
Genesee RiverWatch

Keynote Speaker
Doreen M. Harris, President & CEO
New York State Energy Research And Development Authority (NYSERDA)
Co-Chair, New York State Climate Action Council

 Friday, October 11, 2024

Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Avenue, Rochester, NY

5:30 – 9:30pm

Ticket Price: $200

(Ticket deadline 10/3/2024)

Business Attire

Call Genesee RiverWatch (585-233-6086) to discuss sponsoring a table of 8.

Your presence at this gala not only celebrates the past achievements of Genesee RiverWatch and its predecessor, the Center for Environmental Information, but also directly supports its ongoing mission to improve the Genesee River’s water quality and connect people to this vital natural resource.

Read About Our 50 Years of Environmental Leadership

Our distinguished speakers – including Elizabeth Thorndike, founder of the Center for Environmental Information – will offer a unique perspective on 50 years of environmental progress. Our keynote speaker is Doreen M. Harris, President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) where Ms. Harris leads NYSERDA’s role in implementing New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act and serves as Co-Chair of the New York State Climate Action Council.

Indulge in the art work of the MAG before a fine dinner, enjoy the enchanting melodies of the Maple Quartet of Eastman School of Music, and bid on Genesee River-themed artworks in a silent auction featuring original works by local artists Phyllis Bryce Ely and Erica Bryant. Try your luck at a paddleboard raffle! 

We look forward to seeing you. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Genesee RiverWatch’s legacy and help shape the next 50 years of environmental conservation in our region on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Memorial Art Gallery!

If you cannot make the Gala and would like to support Genesee RiverWatch, a donation of any amount is much appreciated.

Thank you to our 50th Anniversary Supporters!