Want to make a difference in the community? Saturday will give you that chance.

Volunteers and civic-minded individuals will be hitting the streets for some cleanup during the seventh annual Volunteer Day in Ironton.

“The concept really came up when we lost about 1,200 jobs in the city within about an 18 month period,” organizer Randy Lilly said. “I thought the city needed a little something to develop a little pride in itself and try to get the people motivated.”

More than 200 people participate each year, but Lilly says they desperately need more help.

Cleanup crews will meet at 9 a.m. at the corner of Second and Center streets. In addition to straightening up the downtown, volunteers will also spend some quality time improving the city entrances.

The day’s activities close at around noon with a pizza lunch for volunteers.

Anyone interested in helping can just show up Saturday or call Lilly at (740) 532-0010 or organizer Mike Corn at (740) 533-2676.