“Early in my career, I began to see and understand the correlation between the work of the food bank and the tragic impacts of poverty, substance abuse, mental health disorders and incarceration I witnessed growing up. From that time on, food-banking became a purpose in life for me. Sharing this work with other people that see purpose in it too is among the greatest joys in life. It’s all about the people.”
This event hosted by the Run to You Racing and the Portage Lakes Running Club is a great way to celebrate the "half way there" mark for Christmas in Akron!
RACE FEATURES
Naughty or Nice? - Visit and photos with Santa.
The Running Club / Group Competition - Recognition / Prizes for clubs or groups with the Most Members, Fastest 4 Men, Fastest 4 Women, Largest Age Span
Visit the North Pole Marketplace - Shop with the best area vendors in this cool themed village
Dress in your favorite, festive holiday-themed costume and join us for the 12th annual Selfless Elf 5k run/walk benefiting the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Enjoy a morning of fun for the entire family as we raise funds and awareness for people struggling with hunger in our community. Strollers are permitted at this event.
1st Tuesday on the month from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
11am-6pm
Centennial Plaza, 330 Court Ave NW, Canton, OH 44702
Welcome to the Canton Pickle Fest — a celebration rooted in family, inclusivity and the timeless joy of pickles, cherished since 2400 BC. Our festival invites attendees to immerse themselves in a briny paradise, where they can explore a diverse array of food vendors, artists, crafters, makers and apparel enthusiasts — all inspired by the beloved pickle.
Check Out Hunger has begun! Shop at participating retailers including Buehler's Fresh Foods, Dave's Supermarkets, GetGo Gas Stations, Giant Eagle and Heinen's Grocery Store and ask your cashier to add a donation for your Foodbank at checkout.
Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00am to 5:00pm (closed from 12-1pm).