Thanksgiving is a time when many Bennington families come together to share food and express gratitude for their sustenance. This Saturday's Walloomsac Downtown River Walk will highlight local efforts to ensure all residents have adequate food. Scott Winslow, GBIC's Food Security Coordinator, will talk about GBICS's Kitchen Cupboard program, which provides free food and nutrition education to individuals and families.
This month's walk will feature a food drive, and walkers are encouraged to bring non-perishable foods, especially canned goods with pop-top lids. For added fun, the walk will include a hunt for hand-painted "kindness rocks" along the route, and a stop at Knapp's music, toy, and hobby store.
The walk will take place on Saturday, November 19 at 10:00 a.m., and will start at the People's Park on Depot Street between Main Street and River Street. The walk will loop through the downtown area and stop at the Splash Pad for the Kitchen Cupboard presentation. Refreshments will be provided.
Walloomsac Walks take place every third Saturday of the month at 10:00 am. The walks are pet and stroller-friendly, and people of all ages are invited to come out and enjoy this ongoing community event. In the case of inclement weather, cancellation notices will be placed on Front Porch Forum and the Bennington Blotter.