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Compeer and Mental Health Association Host 28th Annual Road 2 Recovery

Compeer and Mental Health Association Host 28th Annual Road 2 Recovery

Continuing the tradition of the only race and walk in Western New York dedicated to mental health awareness, Compeer of Greater Buffalo joins forces with the Mental Health Association of Erie County to host the Road 2 Recovery 5K Mental Health Run and Wellness Walk – A Superhero Run! at St. George’s Church and Delaware Park on Friday, June 28, 2013 at 6:30 p.m.

 

Through a partnership with the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) program at the Mental Health Association of Erie County and The Superhero Foundation, this year’s event will be a “Superhero Race.” Organizers encourage all participants to dress up in their favorite Superhero costumes to help raise awareness for the program, which helps abused children have their voice in court and in the community. The Superhero Run calls attention to the idea that while every child needs a hero, abused children need Superheroes.

Hit One Out of the Park & Support a Great Cause!

Hit One Out of the Park & Support a Great Cause!

It’s a “can’t miss” event.  A day full of softball, team camaraderie, and so much family fun!

When you register your softball team for the CAID Day At The Park Softball Tournament, you are signing up to not only take part in a co-ed one pitch softball tourney that teams return year after year for, you are also signing up for a great cause.  The registration deadline is July 1!!!

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We have teams who have taken part in this tourney multiple years.  It’s an event that people move their summer schedules around.

It’s scheduled for August 10 at Sunshine Park on East and West Road in West Seneca.

Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame to Honor Legends of the Game

Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame to Honor Legends of the Game

Now that the warmer months are upon us, “Play ball” is being heard at baseball parks across North America. And if you just can’t get enough of America’s favorite pastime, you may want to head north of the border for very special baseball event taking place on June 28 in nearby London, Ontario.

Spend a Day with the World-Renowned Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps

Spend a Day with the World-Renowned Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps

Imagine yourself standing in the middle of Jim Ball Stadium on Erie Community College South campus with 150 of the world’s most talented musical athletes, learning what it takes to perform at the highest level. On June 27, Western New York youth and adults alike will have the chance to do this and more with world-renowned drum corps, The Cadets.

Music is Cool, hosted by The Cadets, and presented by Drum Corps International in cooperation with Drums Along the Waterfront and Erie Community College, returns the finest in music and marching educational programming to Western New York. Participants will experience everything from warm-up to sectional rehearsal to a “show-and-tell session” with the corps.

Jacobs Urges Area Golf Courses to Offer Veteran Discounts

Jacobs Urges Area Golf Courses to Offer Veteran Discounts

Asks them to consider joining Clerk’s “Thank-A-Vet” Discount Card Program

Erie County, NY – In an effort to make a round of golf a bit more affordable for Erie County’s Veterans, Erie County Clerk Chris Jacobs sent a letter to all the area golf courses, including the two owned and operated by Erie County, asking that they consider participating in the Clerks’ “Thank-A-Vet” Discount Card Program by offering a discount to County veterans.

“Many of the over 60,000 veterans in Erie County are avid golfers,” said Clerk Jacobs. “With the tough financial times and many vets on fixed incomes, even a small discount for veterans could go a long way to allow our vets to keep swinging their clubs.”

Free Guided Walk through Akron Falls Park on Saturday, June 15

Free Guided Walk through Akron Falls Park on Saturday, June 15

Erie County Legislator Edward Rath announces that a free guided walk at Akron Falls Park will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013. The walk is part of the “Be Active Erie County!” series to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. 

 

Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Cummings Lodge, 44 Parkview Drive Akron.

 

“Akron Falls is a great place for hiking, featuring of course the waterfalls. This is a perfect opportunity to walk through the park and learn more about all it has to offer,” said Legislator Rath. 

 

The series concludes on Saturday, June 22 at Chestnut Ridge Park

 

‘Love Everybody 5K Walk/Run’ to Remember Young Runner

‘Love Everybody 5K Walk/Run’ to Remember Young Runner

 

Applications are still being accepted for the “Love Everybody 5K Walk/Run” taking place on Saturday, June 15, at Northwood Elementary School, 250 Northwood Ave., West Seneca. The event is being held in memory of Devin Miller, a sixth grade student at Northwood and an avid runner who lost his life in December 2012 after being struck by a car.