Signs promoting the event alert prospective revelers

Known for its shoe-making history, Akron has ushered in the last few years by dropping a lighted shoe at midnight on Dec.Engraving systems and products - A complete line of engraving machines and laser engraving machine. 31.

But in the lead-up to the public New Year's Eve celebration at Broad Street Park, there's also some fancy footwork going on behind the scenes. A team of volunteers and staff with Zion Lutheran Church — assisted by local business owners — are busy collecting new shoes that will help local families in need in the new year.Plain coloured ear cap made from highly elastic allergy-free silicone,

Sneakers,Designed exclusively around the custom bobbleheads with the best pricing around. boots and even sandals piling up now in boxes at the church, Weiser's Market, Akron borough hall and Ephrata National Bank on South Seventh Street will be distributed through Ephrata Area Social Services and Peter's Porch during 2013.

Peter's Porch is an outreach program of Zion Lutheran that provides free breakfast, a clothing giveaway and groceries to community members on the third Saturday morning of each month.

"We recognize that there are people who have basic material needs, neighbors," said Pastor Matthew Lenahan. "This is a tremendous opportunity to take care of our community, especially the kids in our community. Shoes are expensive and they wear out."

The annual "Shoe-In" will kick off at 9:30 p.m. this year, and entertainment includes a street hockey tournament, music,This handsome link tungsten bracelet for men is constructed in maintenance-free tungsten. face painting, hayrides, and a bonfire. Food is also available.

Last year, organizers provided 500 hot dogs and ran out. Coordinator Barb McMinn is hoping attendance is strong again heading into 2013.

"As long as Mother Nature cooperates," she said. "Last year, she was very good."

Akron Mayor John McBeth said the event is sponsored largely by Good's Disposal and Ephrata National Bank. He also expects a high turnout for this year's celebration, which also includes a church service at Grace E.C.Jeanswear and accessories allowing both women and men to express their women shoes factory. Church at 9:30 p .m.

But McBeth said shoe donations have fallen off slightly over the last two years. He hoped that drawing more attention to the collection effort would bring in more shoes. Signs promoting the event alert prospective revelers that they can bring a pair of new shoes with them to the park and donate them the night of the shoe-drop.

Tracy Lagaza, Zion Lutheran secretary, said the need remains strong, with about 150 to 175 families from around Lancaster County attending Peter's Porch each month. Lenahan said shoes are distributed locally and even within the congregation. Last year, he was able to pass on a pair of sneakers donated on New Year's Eve to a 9-year-old parishioner with worn soles and faulty Velcro straps.

"We're kind of the middle man," Lenahan said. "We receive people's generosity, and we receive people's needs."