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Our Speaker August 16th
MALCOLM COSTA
President and CEO
Malcolm J. Costa has devoted his life to community service: Organizing communities, developing programs and people to address poverty in Akron and Northeast Ohio.
Since 1977, Costa has served as President & CEO, Community Action Akron Summit where he administers community programs most notably prime Summit County contractor for the Community Services Block Grant, Head Start & Early Head Start; Emergency Home Energy Assistance; Foster Grandparent Program; and Pathways Community HUB. Costa also serves as Trustee for the Greater Ohio Health and Welfare Benefits Plan which insures the 250 Community Action employees and families.
Costa is also certified as a Community Action Professional since 1996. A graduate of Leadership Akron, he also holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Akron. He has received honors such as the University of Akron Alumni Honor Award and Boy Scouts of America Silver Beaver Award.
DEAR ROTARY CLUB OF AKRON MEMBERS:
Have you received and replied to our club survey? It takes only a few minutes to reply.
It was sent via email from Sandy Naragon a couple times so please check your inbox and spam folder.
If you do not have it, please email Sandy Naragon (click here) and she will provide you with the link or a hard copy.
It is very important that we hear from our members as the results will help shape the future of our Club.
Deadline for submission is August 15th.
Note: Because this publication goes out to over 500 people, many recipients are not current Akron Club members, hence we are not including the link here.
The Rotary Club of Akron will be having a Rotary Social on Wednesday, August 17th, immediately following the Service Project at The Akron Canton Regional Foodbank. Whether you are volunteering at this event or not, please make plans to join us at R Shea Brewing starting at 6:00 pm.
I have not made any reservations, however, we will make room for you if you come so please feel free to join us for some great food and some even better beverages.
If you are not familiar with R Shea Brewing, feel free to visit their website at www.rsheabrewing.com
R Shea has two locations and we will be meeting at the Canal Place Location which is located at 540 S. Main Street, Suite 214, Akron OH 44311. If you have been to our meetings at Bounce Innovation Hub, its next door.
At the Akron-Canton Foodbank on July 20th, our members were assigned to work in the 'clean room'.
We transferred Rice Krispies from an 800 pound big bale into two pound plastic bags, carefully weighed out as not to go over 2 pounds and then sealed the plastic bags using a hot iron clamp and boxed them 4 two pound bags to a box for redistribution to food pantries in the area. We also labeled the bags and boxes. All done in a “clean room” with all the workers wearing hair nets, beard nets and plastic gloves. Wish we had pictures of the crew working!
NEXT AKRON-CANTON FOODBANK SERVICE DATE:
Please come volunteer with your fellow Rotarians where “We are the difference between hunger and hope.”
We are looking for volunteers for the Akron Canton Food Bank service project. The Date is Wednesday, August 17 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the Akron location which is located at 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, OH 44307.
ALL volunteers need to apply/register in order to volunteer. I am the volunteer coordinator for the Akron Rotary Club and you will need the Akron Rotary Club’s address for signing up.
Akron Rotary Club
4460 Rex Lake Drive
Akron, OH 44319
I need a head count by Friday, August 12th, so please let me know if you plan on attending by sending me an email or text: dhall@preferredlegacy.com or 330-714-1044 Thank you! If you have any questions please call or text me.
13th Annual Cornhole Tournament benefiting Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs
Join us for Rotary Camp’s 13th Annual Cornhole Tournament, presented by Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. The tourney will be held on August 27, 2022 at 9:30am on the grounds of Akron Rotary Camp, in the beautiful Portage Lakes!
Sign-up your team today for either the Skilled Ringers Division ($90) or the Recreational Division ($60). Winners walk away with cash prizes! Also participate in an Air-Mail toss or Long-Toss for some bragging rights and awesome giveaways! Bring your friends, neighbors and family for a fun day! All registered players will receive a food voucher from the Menches Bros. Food Truck, and an ice-cream station. Beverages from our friends at the House of LaRose will be available for purchase to help keep you cool.
There are multiple ways to support this great event to benefit Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs by registering to play, participate with a sponsorship or recruit teams. Your participation will continue to strengthen the Camp's mission of Creating a world where there are only abilities!
Daniel M. Rice, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition, headquartered in Akron was the guest speaker at our August 9, 2022 Club meeting. View the meeting by clicking here.
Mr. Rice presented information on the history of the Ohio and Erie Canalway and provided updates as to current and longer-term plans for the Canalway.
What is the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition?
The Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition (OECC), established in 1989, is the regional non-profit organization working for the conservation, development, and interpretation of the natural, historical, and recreational resources along the Ohio & Erie National Heritage Canalway from Cleveland to New Philadelphia, Ohio. The OECC is dedicated to developing the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area in Summit, Stark and Tuscarawas Counties.
Their focus is on development of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, connector trails, and adjacent public spaces, all of which support a healthy and active ecosystem rich in culture and recreation.
What else does the Canalway Coalition do?
The Canalway Coalition also provides a variety of programs, from bicycling and canoeing events to fishing derbies along the banks of the Ohio & Erie Canal. These programs serve to connect our communities to the Canalway, educating on the impact of the Ohio & Erie Canal as a development asset in the mid-1800s, and how the impact can still be felt as a recreational asset today.
Does the Canalway Coalition partner with anyone else?
According to Mr. Rice, as a non-profit, they work with community, government, and corporate business leaders on development projects throughout the National Heritage Area. They have created collaborative relationships with elected officials, community leaders, park districts, local businesses, and volunteers. Mr. Rice said that they work closely with these partners to develop trail plans, encourage community engagement, and maintain the Towpath Trail.
What are some of the Programs and Events that the Canalway Coalition Offer?
From canoeing and bicycling to large-group cleanups, the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition offers a wide variety of events for individuals, friends, and families to enjoy while supporting the OECC efforts. Programs offer participants the chance to learn more about the Ohio & Erie Canal and what it means to become a steward of the environment. To learn more about the upcoming events, check out their website at www.ohioeriecanal.org/events.
To get a better feel about what is available in our own backyard, explore more about the Towpath Trail, the Akron Civic Commons, Summit County Trails and Tuscarawas County Trails, I encourage you to check out their website at www.ohioeriecanal.org as well as view the online presentation from today.