UNITY — Unity College and the Unity Barn Raisers Community Meal Program will host the 17th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 1 at the Unity College Centre for the Performing Arts. The suggested donation is $10 per dinner.

Proceeds will benefit the Volunteer Regional Food Pantry regional monthly food distribution program, which serves families across Western Waldo County and the Unity Barn Raisers Veggies for All project.