In whole from Kathy Stephenson at the Tribune:

Visitors to the downtown Farmer’s Market at Pioneer Park on Saturday, July 18, are being asked to donate non-perishable food items to The Crossroad’s Urban Center’s emergency food pantry

Anyone who makes a donation will get a complimentary grocery bag from Creative Expression.

The donation booth will be located on the mid-block row near the flag poles and dog park. The food drive runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Besides canned food items, the center also is in need of baby formula, diapers, and baby food.

For more information www.crossroads-u-c.org