“We do it to not just promote unity in the community, but to get people together to learn about resources so that they can thrive in our communities,” said Chad Welker, associate director of Activate Allen County. “When we know what our community needs from a resource perspective, we can tailor those resources and better our communities.”
DELPHOS, Ohio (WLIO) - Main Street in Delphos was packed with people on Thursday as the Delphos Chamber of Commerce hosted the first Downtown …
Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Mercy Health-St. Rita's may have something for you. Their Club 129 is hosting a combination health fair block party this Saturday. It's a chance to bring residents together to provide them with services they may not know they are eligible for. The West Ohio Food Bank will be there with a food distribution, and there will also be a bike helmet distribution for those needing one.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Activate Allen County invited Lima residents to a fun afternoon at the South Jackson Community Garden.
Two local agencies teaming up to help parents and students get back to school on the right foot. The Bradfield Community Center and Activate Allen County teamed up for a block party Saturday afternoon. The family friendly event had live music, bouncy house, and a school uniform distribution, which included free shoes, plus a food giveaway from the West Ohio Food Bank. There were many other community agencies on hand to talk about the services they provide. The block party was a combination of fun and helpful resources.
The Bradfield Community Center will be holding a block party this Saturday. There will be something for the whole family including live music, free food while it lasts, raffle prizes, and more. Organizers say it's important to get the neighborhoods together and offer a variety of opportunities.
Activate Allen County is showing people the fun side of staying healthy. Whether it be bouncing, jamming, or seeing what is cooking, the publi…
If you’re looking for some cheap, weekend, family fun, look no further. Saturday, July 16th, Activate Allen County is once again hosting their free community-wide block party at the South Jackson Community Garden. Attendees can munch on some free hotdogs and chips while taking in a live performance by Stedic Music. Free art bags by ArtSpace Lima, and free food distribution by West Ohio Food Banks will also be available to those who attend. In addition, a bounce house, community vendors, health screenings, raffle prizes and more will be featured at the event.
On July 9th, Van Wert is the place to be as three events come together in the downtown. Main Street Van Wert will be holding their first-ever …
A block party at MLK park brought the community together for family-fun. Activate Allen County organized the event in order to have Lima residents connect with the multiple agencies that attended the event.
