Welcome AUGUST 29, 2017 PRESENTED BY
AND WQMX/WONE/WAKR/WNWV
Thanks for serving the community what it needed most: a meal. Citizens Bank is pleased to support the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank and its network of food pantries, hot meal sites, shelters and other hunger-relief programs.
Member FDIC. Citizens Bank is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. 814257
WELCOME TO TASTE OF THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME WINE WHEEL Everyone’s a winner! Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame volunteers will be selling spins for $25 each at the wine wheel. Each space the wheel stops on will correspond with a bottle of wine ranging from $15 to $50 in value. You may add it to your check out total by presenting your bidder number. We will keep spinning until all bottles are gone.
LUCKY KEY RAFFLE New this year, purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to unlock the treasure chest! The chest contains more than $1,000 worth of jewelry from Anne-Marie’s Fine Jewelry in Canton, OH. Tickets are $10 each, or six for $50, and will be sold in the foyer until 7:30 pm. Three names will be drawn during the live auction to choose a key. Only one lucky key will open the treasure chest! You must be present to win.
PICK UP WINNING AUCTION ITEMS Winners can claim their items at the auction tables after the Live Auction ends. Look for Foodbank staff and volunteers to assist you.
QUESTIONS? Have no fear; we’re here to help! Look for Foodbank staff wearing staff credentials and Foodbank name tags, or Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame volunteers. We will be happy to assist you!
IMPORTANT SECTIONS Event Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Directory of Purveyors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17 Mobile and Online Bidding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Auction Rules and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Live Auction Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25 Hall of Fame Enshrinees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31 Taste of the NFL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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EVENT LAYOUT A EVENT ENTRANCE
Valet Drop Off
EVENT LAYOUT
B REGISTRATION & WILL CALL
VIP Photobooth
A Event Entrance C VIP LOUNGE & MAIN BALLROOM B Registration & Will Call Enshrinees & Purveyors C VIP Lounge & Main Ballroom Super Silent Auction Items
Hall of Famers & Purveyors
Live Auction begins at 7:45Auction pm Items Silent
Live Auction begins at 7:45 pm
D FOYER
D Foyer Raffles & Chef Voting Raffle, Chef Voting and Wine Wheel E
E CHECK OUT
F Opens at 8:30 pm
F TENT
Check Out opens at 8:30 pm Tent
Hall of Famers & Purveyors Silent Auction Items
G Valet Car Pick-up
Enshrinees & Purveyors
Silent Auction Items
G VALET PICK-UP
VIP Photo Pick Up
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CO-CHAIRS Dear Guests, Welcome to Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame! The Steering Committee has been working with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank for a year to organize tonight’s event. It has been a privilege to work with members of our community to support such a worthy cause. We are excited and truly grateful that you have joined us here tonight, and by supporting this event, you have joined the fight to end hunger in our community. Special thanks to all of our generous purveyors who gave their time and talents tonight, along with restaurants, wineries and additional food and beverage providers who donated services and products this evening. We encourage all of you to support these establishments year-round, just as they have supported this event. We would also like to extend our thanks for the generous in-kind and financial support from our numerous sponsors. Additionally, Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame could not run smoothly without our team of dedicated volunteers. Thank you! We owe one last special thanks to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Their staff has put in countless hours securing the participation of Hall of Fame Enshrinees and working with the Steering Committee to ensure a successful evening. It has been an immense pleasure to serve as co-chairs a second time for Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Again, thank you for helping the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank tackle hunger in Northeast Ohio. Sincerely, Mark Butterworth
Paul Catania
Herbert W. Hoover Foundation
Oswald Companies
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The Canton Repository is Proud to Support The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Thank you for being a part of... The Story of Your Community.
Since it’s conception in 1814, The Canton Repository has been devoted to reporting local news 24/7. We are proud to be the official newspaper of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE FOODBANK Dear Friends, On behalf of the staff and the Board of Directors of your AkronCanton Regional Foodbank, thank you for spending the evening with us at Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Your support of our mission allows us to continue to end hunger in Northeast Ohio. We would also like to thank the Pro Football Hall of Fame for hosting us at their historic facility, and the Hall of Fame Enshrinees for being a part of tonight’s event. To the 2017 event Co-Chairs, Mark Butterworth and Paul Catania, we would like to acknowledge your steadfast effort overseeing the countless details of tonight’s Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. With your continued support and partnership, your Foodbank helps place approximately 92,000 meals on the tables of Northeast Ohio families that struggle with hunger every day. Our member hunger-relief programs like food pantries, hot meal sites and shelters in our eight-county service area rely on events such as this to ensure that food gets to those who need it most. Tonight every dollar raised will help provide four meals for a hungry child, adult or senior in your community. Your attendance this evening demonstrates your passion and commitment to the cause - and for that we are truly grateful. Thank you for making a difference. Warmest regards, Dan Flowers
Mark Purtilar
President & CEO
Board of Directors, Chair
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GOOD THINGS START WITH A CHALLENGE. Anything that ever got accomplished began with people asking: “What if?” Challenging themselves. Challenging the system. At Fifth Third Bank, “What if?” is one of our favorite phrases. As a proud sponsor of the AkronCanton Regional Foodbank: Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, we support those who aren’t afraid to reach, try and ask.
Fifth Third Bank. Member FDIC.
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FOODBANK BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mark Purtilar, Chair The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
William Shivers, Vice Chair Huntington National Bank
Jim Bowen, Treasurer
Bober, Markey, Fedorovich & Company
Shelly Allio, Secretary Mascot Workwear
Lisa Backlin Eaton Corp.
Rob Bowers
Westfield Group.
Todd Civiello
Affinity Advisory Network
Mark Cohen
Akron Beacon Journal
Ronald Hartman LD Carlson
Thomas Haught Sequoia Financial Group
Suzanne Hobson Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Nicole Koharik GOJO Industries
Terry Link Roetzel & Andress
Greg Long Long, Cook & Samsa, Inc.
Amanda Montgomery The Timken Company
Jill Penrose The J.M. Smucker Company
Lia Easler
Pamela Simpson
Nationwide Insurance
Aflac
Randall Frame
Jan Weaver
Ohio Edison
Green Local Schools, Retired
Kristin Hannon
Bernett L. Williams
University of Mount Union
Akron Children’s Hospital
Daniel R. Flowers, President & CEO Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
EVENT STEERING COMMITTEE Stephen Anderson Heather Braslawsce Kelly Brown Justina Bucceri Bryce Chekan Erica Cramer Aaron Davis Nolan Gibson Lisa Graf Annabelle Haas Adam Harding Kevin Heraghty Joseph Horak Holly Johnston Kyle Jozsa Peter Klatka Kim Kotter Joyce Lagios Ashley Manning Alex McCallion Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Darlyn McDermott Taylor Meade Katy Miller Scott Mitchell Rhonda Moore Michelle Norris Linda Nuosci Lisa Oliver Tammy Olszewski Jim Orwig Matt Riehl Joe Roberts Andrea Rossitler Gary Smith April Thomas Aretha Valentin Kerri Wawrin Meredith Whitehead Pam Wright 11
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EVENT SPONSORS TITLE SPONSORS Citizens Bank
WQMX/WONE/WAKR/WNWV
PLATINUM SPONSORS Akron Beacon Journal/ Ohio.com
Meeker Wines distributed by Esber Beverage
Brewer’s Best
News-Talk 1480 WHBC & Mix 94.1 Canton's Best Mix
GateHouse Ohio Media/ The Repository
OMNOVA Solutions Foundation
GOLD SPONSORS ESPN 850 WKNR
Braking Systems
Meggitt Aircraft
Westfield Insurance
SILVER SPONSORS Blue Heron Dentistry Giant Eagle John Hinds Huntington National Bank Lisle M. Buckingham Endowment Fund
The Maynard Family Foundation NCONECA/IBEW 306 Oswald Companies Mike and Jennifer Saxon Williams Company
EVENT CO-CHAIRS Mark Butterworth
Herbert W. Hoover Foundation
Paul Catania
Oswald Companies
EVENT HOSTS Dave & Colleen Baker
John Hinds & Jane Barnhouse
Elizabeth Z. Bartz & John P. Chames
Dr. David & Winnie King
The Pro Football Hall of Fame
Malone University
State and Federal Communications, Inc
Jasmine Monroe
Jim & Denise Bowen
Terri Roth & Kara Abbott
S. Theresa & Garvin Carter
Bill & Lori Shivers
Bober Markey Fedorovich OMNOVA Solutions Foundation
WKYC Channel 3
Huntington National Bank
Steve & Jenny Coon
Coon Restorations & Caulking
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We’re happy to join the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank and Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in our tenth year at this wonderful event. It’s a great cause that we love supporting. Here at Meeker, we’ve been family owned and operated for more than thirty years, and we love to show off our wines to our friends from Ohio. Next time you’re in Sonoma County, come see us at our tasting room in the 105-year-old bank in Geyserville. There’ll be blues on the stereo and big reds in your glass, and we promise you’ll taste wines you won’t soon forget. Give us a holler at (707) 431-2148, or come see us at 21035 Geyserville Ave. Geyserville, CA 95441.
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ADDITIONAL SUPPORTERS Alexis Rosen Photography
Dunkin Donuts
All-Star Valet
Fair Catch Inc.
AmeriGas
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Arthur J. Gallagher Co.
S.A. Comunale Co.
Aultman and AultCare
Sanctuary Marketing Group
AXA - Jim Orwig, CFP
Sharp Shooters
Dr. and Mrs. Dennis and Heather Bentley
Sully's Tool and Party Rental
Brenna, Manna, Diamond, LLC
Taste of the NFL National Affiliate
Brooks Ames, Kiko Auctioneers and Realtors Canton McKinley High School Marching Band
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, University of Akron Woodforest National Bank
PURVEYORS BOMBA TACOS & RUM 3900 Medina Rd., Akron bombatacos.com, 234.466.7180, Contact: Kris Jones THE CANTON BREWING COMPANY 120 3rd St. NW, Canton drinkcantonbeer.com, 330.409.0343, Contact: Jordan Pitzer CHOCOLATES BY ERIN 1314 S. Erie St. Ste. B, Massillon chocolatesbyerin.com, 330.809.0600, Contact: Erin Rohr CILANTRO THAI & SUSHI RESTAURANT 326 S. Main St., Akron cilantrothai.com, 330.434.2876, Contact: Charlie Somtrakool DRIFTWOOD MODERN AMERICAN BISTRO 7883 Freedom Ave. NW, North Canton akroncantonairport.embassysuites.com, 330.305.0500, Contact: James Thornton DUNKIN DONUTS 4561 West Tuscarawas St., Canton dunkindonuts.com, 330.565.5406, Contact: Craig Anton GERVASI VINEYARD 1700 55th St. NE, Canton gervasivinyard.com, 330.497.1000, Contact: Nichole Cardinale
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MAIN STREET GOURMET 170 Muffin Ln., Cuyahoga Falls mainstreetgourmet.com, 330.929.0000, Contact: Jon Yerrick MAIN STREET GRILLE 123 South Main St., North Canton msgrille.com, 330.497.1117, Contact: Chef Mike Lee & Preston Milstead MEEKER WINES distributed by ESBER BEVERAGE 2217 Bolivar Rd. SW, Canton esbeverage.com, meekerwine.com, 330.456.4361, Contact: Dave Esber OHIO BREWING COMPANY 955 West Exchange St., Akron ohiobrewing.com, 234.208.6797, Contact: Chris Verich PAV’S CREAMERY 3875 Massillon Rd. Ste. 140, Green pavscreamery.com, 330.414.2801, Contact: Nik Pappas PEPSI 255 Warmington Rd. SW, Massillon pepsico.com, 330.406.8520, Contact: Jim Reidenbach THE RAIL 570 N. Market St., Wooster therailburger.com, 330.864.7245, Contact: Mike Hawk ROBERT J. EVENTS & CATERING 95 Hanna Pkwy. Ste. A, Akron robertjevents.com, 330.724.2211, Contact: Nicole Hunt SAFFRON PATCH IN THE VALLEY 1238 Weathervane Ln., Akron akronsaffronpatch.com, 330.836.7777 Contact: Mohammad Solaiman SHY CELLARS 9185 State Route 250 NW, Strasburg shycellars.com, 330.878.4163, Contact: Sherry Schie TROUTMAN VINEYARDS 4243 S. Columbus Rd., Wooster troutmanvineyards.com, 330.263.4345, Contact: Todd Imhoff THE WEST SIDE BAKERY 1840 Town Park Blvd. Unit B, Uniontown thewestsidebakery.com, 330.836.4101, Contact: Barb Talevich THE WINERY AT WOLF CREEK 25637 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd., Norton wineryatwolfcreek.com 330.666.9285, Contact: Todd Imhoff
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QUALITY BY DESIGN EXCELLENCE BY CHOICE
The area's most comprehensive training in careers for the plumbing and pipefitting industry. DAVE KIRVEN
Business Manager • Financial Secretary-Treasurer
VANCE VANVOORHIS Business Agent
DANA SHANOWER President
E-BOARD MEMBERS: DOUG HOUTZ • TODD ELLIS • RUSSELL METZGER SCOTT NICHOLS • BRIAN WILSON
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MOBILE AND ONLINE BIDDING Here are the details: • The auction is hosted by Gesture. • It’s online now! Visit this website to get started: http://HOFTaste17.gesture.com • Click on the provided link, register for the event, view the items and begin BIDDING! You will receive a welcome text message following registration.
There are four ways to bid. 1. BY SMARTPHONE Click the link in your registration text. It will take you to a personal bidding page. Click on an item and place a bid, it’s that simple. 2. BY TEXT Text the 3-digit item number, a space, and the amount you want to bid to the welcome message you will receive upon arrival. No dollar signs or decimals are needed. For example, to bid $500 on item #101, text 101 500. 3. BY COMPUTER Click on an item and place a bid. 4. BY “PERSONAL SHOPPER” Find a Gesture staff member in a referee jersey at the event. They will be happy to place a bid for you or answer any questions.
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AUCTION RULES & GUIDELINES 1.
Bidding in the silent auction opens a week prior to the event. Bidding on silent auction items will close promptly at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, August 29, 2017. A five-minute warning will be given prior to the closing. No bid will be accepted after that time.
2. Minimum bid amounts and minimum raise must be observed. A bid will be considered invalid if it does not meet these requirements. 3. To place a bid in the silent auction, please do one of the following:
a. Use the link sent to you via text message upon arrival.
b. Visit http://HOFTaste17.gesture.com on your mobile device.
c. See a uniformed Gesture employee in a referee jersey to assist you.
4. Once a bid is entered, it may not be removed or changed. All sales are final and there will be no exchanges or refunds on the items. 5. The live auction will begin at 7:45 pm. To enter a bid, please raise your hand or bidder number printed on your credentials until it is acknowledged by the auctioneer. All sales are final and there will be no exchanges or refunds on the items. 6. Everything is sold “as is.� Published prices and descriptions are provided by the donor and are not warranted by the Foodbank for general value or tax purposes. 7. All items must be used by the date specified on the certificate and/or instructions of the donor. Please read carefully for all restrictions, and make reservations well in advance. 8. Winning items may be claimed by exhibiting a PAID receipt on your phone beginning at 8:30 pm. 9. Payment can be made by cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover. If you have not registered your credit card at check-in, cashiers will open at 8:30 pm. 10. In the event of a dispute, a Foodbank official shall act as the final authority and shall determine the winning bidder.
If an item is not picked up following the event, it must be picked up at the Foodbank by Friday, September 15, 2017.
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LIVE AUCTION ITEMS
REWARD YOUR OWN HALL OF FAMERS WITH AN EVENING TO REMEMBER AT THE HALL OF FAME Join Pro Football Hall of Fame President, David Baker, for a private dinner for your own team’s MVPs, surrounded by the legends of the game in the acclaimed Enshrinement Bust Room. Great for a team outing. Up to 6 guests included. Expires 12/31/18 Donated by David and Colleen Baker
GOODYEAR BLIMP RIDE Fly over with views of the Rubber City below as you ride in the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's Wingfoot One for 2 passengers! Due to the upgrade of the Goodyear's fleet of airships, flight schedules have significantly reduced. Please note that it might be several months before being able to schedule a flight. Flights are primarily scheduled November through April. Children under four years of age are discouraged from flying. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. All passengers 18 years of age or older must present a proper photo I.D. prior to boarding the airship. Some additional passenger restrictions may apply. Contact the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank with any additional questions. Expires 8/30/18 Donated by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
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WINE COUNTRY AWAITS YOU Molly Meeker invites you to join her family at their stunning vineyard in Sonoma County, California. You and your guest will receive a tour of the winery at Meeker Vineyards followed by a private dinner for up to 12, hosted by Molly and her family. Donated by Molly Meeker
DINNER & WINE PAIRING FOR EIGHT WITH CHEF SHERRY SCHIE Treat yourself to a six-course dinner and wine pairing for eight, all in the comfort of your own home! Prepared by Chef Sherry Schie and her staff, you will go on a culinary adventure without ever leaving your dining room. Experience dishes from different countries and cultures while each course is paired with one of Chef Schie’s personal favorite wines. No expiration date. Schedule directly with Chef Schie. Donated by Sherry Schie, SHY Cellars
FIRESTONE COUNTRY CLUB OUTING FOR FOUR Treat your foursome to a round of golf at the Firestone Country Club Golf Course (north or south course), lunch and beverages. Firestone Country Club, a local gem, is widely acclaimed as one of the best golf clubs in the world. A real treat for any golfer! Donated by the Smithers Group, Inc
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$1 = 4 MEALS This is your opportunity to truly make a significant impact in the fight against hunger. For every $1 that is donated, the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is able to leverage our resources to turn that dollar into four nutritious meals for someone in need.
A DONATION OF...
$50 will feed a family of four for a month. $100 will mean a child doesn't have to go to
school without breakfast.
$1,000 provides enough healthy produce and
proteins that an elderly couple on a fixed income will go an entire year without worrying where their next meal will come from. This is a 100% tax-deductible contribution that will go to directly serving the needs of hungry men, women and children in the eight Northeast Ohio counties served by the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
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Proud to support the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank in feeding people and fighting hunger.
John Hinds Proud to support an organization that feeds people and fights hunger.
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PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAMERS MORTEN ANDERSEN Nicknamed “The Great Dane,” Andersen was an All-American kicker at Michigan State University. He was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 4th round of the 1982 draft, and played 25 years in the NFL with five different teams, retiring at the age of 48. A five-time All-Pro, Andersen is the all-time leading scorer in NFL history with a total of 2,544 points via 565 field goals and 849 extra points. • Class of 2017 • 1982–1994 New Orleans Saints • 1995–2000 Atlanta Falcons • 2001 New York Giants • 2002–2003 Kansas City Chiefs • 2004 Minnesota Vikings • 2006–2007 Atlanta Falcons
BRUCE MATTHEWS After being named a consensus All-American at the University of Southern California, Matthews was drafted in the first round by the Houston Oilers (later to become the Tennessee Titans) in 1983 as the ninth overall player to be selected. An offensive lineman, Matthews played tackle, guard and center during his remarkable 30-year career, and was named All-Pro 14 times. He is also a member of the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team. Bruce is the brother of linebacker Clay Matthews Jr., and the uncle of linebacker Clay Matthews III. • Class of 2007 • 1983-2001 Houston Oilers
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PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAMERS JOHN RANDLE A defensive tackle that played for 14 seasons in the NFL, Randle went undrafted out of college but was eventually signed by the Minnesota Vikings in 1990. During his career, he recorded 137.5 career sacks, had eight consecutive seasons (1992-99) with 10-plus sacks and a ninth in 2001. In 1997, he had his career best and league-leading 15.5 sacks. Named first team All- Pro/All-NFC six consecutive years (1993-98), he was also named to seven Pro Bowls. In addition to his impressive statistics, he was also known for his face-painting and in-game banter. • Class of 2010 • 1990-2000 Minnesota Vikings • 2001-2003 Seattle Seahawks
THURMAN THOMAS Thomas was a stellar NFL running back drafted in the second round out of Oklahoma State. He is the only player in NFL history to lead the league in total yards from scrimmage for four consecutive seasons. He is also one of only six running backs to have over 400 receptions and 10,000 yards rushing. A five-time All-Pro, Thomas helped the Bills to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances. Over a 13-year career, Thomas gained 12,074 yards and 65 rushing touchdowns, and an impressive 4,458 receiving yards and 23 receiving touchdowns. • Class of 2007 • 1988–1999 Buffalo Bills • 2000 Miami Dolphins
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TASTE OF THE NFL While Super Bowl Sunday may be the most exciting day of the football season, for Gervasi Vineyard’s Executive Chef, Jerry Risner and his team, it’s the evening before that will bring excitement and competition. Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, is part of the national Taste of the NFL event. This national event brings world-class cuisine, NFL players, coaches and sports legends to the location of the Super Bowl, while rallying 39 NFL football cities with local food banks and prominent chefs to support the fight to end hunger. Gervasi Vineyard, honorary winner of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank’s local Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, will represent the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank at the national Taste of the NFL event. “We are excited to be a part of the 2018 National Taste of the NFL in Minnesota,” said Gervasi Vineyard’s Executive Chef, Jerry Risner. “Our team of chefs put great time and care into making Gervasi Vineyard a truly unique and dynamic culinary destination for foodies and wine enthusiasts in Northeast Ohio. Beyond what we prepare in the kitchen, we also strive to support our community through partnerships and donations.” Each chef who attends the national Taste of the NFL participates by raising donations through their own coordinated fundraisers to benefit their local food bank. Because of this, Gervasi Vineyard is hosting events and engaging our community to raise necessary funds. • In September 2017, during National Hunger Action Month, when you visit one of GV Destinations three restaurants— The Bistro, The Crush House and The Twisted Olive, and donate directly to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, Gervasi will match a portion of the donation. • On January 18, 2018, in connection to the Super Bowl, Gervasi is hosting a “Celebrity Chef Tailgate Party” at Gervasi Vineyard featuring David & Colleen Baker and Ted and Linda Swaldo. The funds raised from the event will benefit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. For more information on these events, please visit gervasivineyard.com. Thank you, Gervasi Vineyard, for your efforts to support families in our community struggling with hunger! We are cheering for you!
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Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems is proud to support the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
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Oswald Companies Proudly supports the Mission, Values & Vision of the Hall of Fame while fighting hunger through the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. ÂŽ
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VIP GUESTS (AS OF TIME OF PRINTING) Kara Abbott
Dave Esber
Mark Allio
Lucian Filipschi
Olivia Mull
Shelly Allio
Jason Friedt
Jim Murphy
Gary Mull
Kathy Avent
Nolan Gibson
Gary Octavio
Colleen Baker
Carolyn Gray
Lisa Oliver
Dave Baker
Judy Harder
Frank Olszewski
Bret Barnhouse
Porsche Harris
Jim Orwig
Jane Barnhouse
Randy Hart
Melinda Ramos
Ryan Barnhouse
Sue Hart
Ruth Ramos
Elizabeth Bartz
John Hinds
Bryan Rice
James Bartz
Joe Horak
Tracy Rice Joe Roberts
Madeline Bartz
Ann Marie Hunt
Jason Bertram
Randy Hunt
Paul Bishop
Anthony Rome
Rodney Hunt
Brianne Bixby
Terri Roth
Kyle Jozsa
Denise Bowen
Kathleen Sabota
Maureen Katanic
Jim Bowen
Robert Sabota
Nick Katanic
Joyce Sawyer
Kelly Brown Patricia Buckeye John Butera
Dr. David King
Tom Sawyer
Winnie King
Jennifer Saxon
Jeff Kline
Mike Saxon
Ed Koper
Sherry Schie
Vanessa Koper
Marlene Shaffer
Kim Kotter
Dan Shanahan
Garvin Carter
Bunny Lacey
Rose Shanahan
S. Theresa Carter
John LaGuardia
Bill Shivers
Trina M. Carter
Vicki LaGuardia
Lori Shivers
Paul Catania
Frank LaRose
Gary Smith
Lynette Cavalier
Bob Lewis
Jan Smith
John Chames
Terry Link
Mark Cohen
Joe Lorenz
Michelle Cohen
Ron Manne
Dr. Elizabeth Butterworth Mark Butterworth Ashley Caley
Nancy Cooley
Susan Manne
Tim Cooley
Randi Marion
Jenny Coon
Jean McCall
Steve Coon
Shawn McCall
Paul Crow
John Meacham
Renee Crow
Molly Meeker
Daniel DeHoff
Katy Miller
Neil Stevens Randy Stevens Tracy Stevens Bob Tucker Carl Vogelsang Greg Vradenburg Pattie Vradenburg Lara Wilson Richard Wilson
Fred Diss
Tim Miller
Allison WaltersThompson
Ron Dougherty
Jasmine Monroe
Meredith Whitehead
Karen Doyle
David Morgan
Kathy Wiery
George Emershaw
Jill Morgan
Pam Wright
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Proud to Support the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank & Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Mike and Jennifer Saxon Thanks for feeding people and fighting hunger.
Helping you pursue your financial goals since 1890.
We are pleased to support the
Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame (330) 823-7666 | (800) 229-9425
960 W. State Street, Suite 230 | Alliance, Ohio 44601
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SEPTEMBER IS
HUNGER ACTION MONTH. September is Hunger Action Month, when we ask everyone in our community to take action to fight hunger in our area, all month long. Hunger Action Month is your opportunity to join a movement that has a real and lasting impact on our effort to feed more hungry men, women and children than ever before.
TAKE ACTION THIS MONTH Follow @ACRFoodbank on Twitter or visit akroncantonfoodbank.org/ham for ways to get involved.
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Home is where our heart is. Since 1848, Northeast Ohio has been Westfield’s home. We take pride in providing our customers with the peace of mind they deserve and helping to protect the financial stability they’ve earned. That’s why Westfield supports nonprofits like Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank in helping our neighbors through challenges.
Happy to help home teams.
Spirited support. On the field and off, Williams’ support goes long. We’re proud to sponsor the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank programs. It’s just one way Williams makes energy happen in our communities. We make energy happen.®
(800) WILLIAMS | www.williams.com
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2017 Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
TODAY ONLY! Show your event credentials at check out at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Store and receive 15% off your entire purchase!
15% OFF
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RACE BEGINS AT 8:00 AM
at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank $35 ADVANCE $40 ON-SITE REGISTRATION participants will receive a long sleeve race t-shirt and special souvenir striped elf socks. Register by Dec. 1 to guarantee your shirt size. Become a VIP ELF by raising more than $250 in pledges and also receive an upgraded apparel item.
Learn more & register online
SELFLESSELF.COM Questions? Call 330.777.2318
FEED PEOPLE. FIGHT HUNGER. 350 Opportunity Parkway Akron, OH 44307-2234 akroncantonfoodbank.org
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SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER TODAY! Visit akroncantonfoodbank.org/volunteer, or call us at 330.535.6900. STEP 1: Complete a volunteer application STEP 2: Login to the Volunteer Information Center, click the brown "Sign Up" button and browse for the volunteer opportunity that is best for you.
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Taste of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. We’re proud to support their efforts in helping feed children through events like this in NFL towns all across the country.
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Event Schedule
7:30 pm
Silent Auction Closes Autograph Session Concludes Lucky Key Raffle Closes
7:45 pm
Live Auction Begins in Ballroom
8:00 pm
Chef Voting Closes in Foyer
8:15 pm
Winning Chef Announced
8:30 pm
Check Out Opens in Foyer
Thank You For Your Support! PROGRAM PRINTING SPONSORED BY
350 Opportunity Parkway Akron, OH 44307-2234 330.535.6900 phone akroncantonfoodbank.org
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
@ACRFoodbank