This event is open to anyone working in Northeast Ohio’s farm and food systems in the private, non-profit, or policy sectors who is interested in connecting and collaborating with others to build a more resilient region.
Cost is free. Registration will only collect contact information and get a head count.
Meet at 647 Coffee at The Well CDC:
The Well is located in an old church, parking and entrance to the 647 Coffee is around back. Additional parking in lot near Burger King.
The “official” event kicks off at 1pm, but come early (starting at noon) for lunch and networking time!
Lunch will be available to purchase onsite (details will be sent out closer to the event) or you are welcome to bring in other foods for yourself and/or to share!
Optional pre-meeting self guided tours (see below) and post meeting gathering/dinner at Lock 15 brewing.
Need a place to stay?
The Courtyard by Marriott Akron Downtown (41 Furnace Street) is nearby. Use this link to book your room at a special rate of $159/night (limited availability).
Event Details:
Want to do some more exploring? See these other network members before heading to The Well:
Purplebrown/CVNP
Purplebrown Farm Store at 1619 Mill Street West Peninsula is open 9am-7pm.
While there, stop and visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park to see the other “farms in the park”.
Let’s Grow Akron
The market at 362 Harvey Ave. is open 10am-6pm. You can also see many outdoor community gardens at various locations around town.
*Please note: Godrich Farms will NOT be open for tours.
Summit Fresh Market
Summit Fresh Mobile Market will be set up behind William Pressler Towers 480 S. Canton Rd from 11am-12:30pm (Note: Please park across the street on Wedgewood in Ellet shopping plaza. There is no parking in the William Pressler Towers lot.)