East Texas

CANTON — Children’s Advocacy Center of Van Zandt County is accepting registration for its fundraising walks and 5K run taking place on Saturday at the First Monday Trade Grounds, organizers said.

The cost for adults is $20. Children 8 and younger can run in the 5K for $8 and the 50-yard dash for $5.

Registration forms are available at Van Zandt chamber offices or by calling Bob and Ann Moore at 903-312-7743.

On Saturday, registration will continue at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9:45 a.m. and a “mosey and sashay parade” and 50-yard dash for children at 11:30 a.m. A tailgate party with food, fun games, contests, and entertainment will begin about noon.

CAC works with children who are victims of sexual and physical abuse or neglect or who witness violent crimes.

Sponsors are Trinity Mother Frances SportsCare, Coca-Cola, Farm Bureau Insurance, and True Country 1510 AM radio. Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola are teaming up to furnish food and drinks at the 11:30 a.m. tailgate party at The Arbors.