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More than 80 booths providing health information and free screenings will be set up on Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Research Medical Center west parking lot at 2316 E. Meyer Blvd. There will be a children's area with carnival games, face painting, free books and bike helmets, and a free soccer clinic with t-shirts and balls for the first 200 children! The ½ mile and 1 mile "Fun" Walk begins at 11am.
Additional activities include the MO State Highway Patrol Seat Belt Convincer, fire trucks, police special units, community entertainment starting every half hour at 10am, healthy snacks, and prize drawings throughout the event.
The Block Party is sponsored by The Research Foundation, Harmon Diabetes Center, Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, and Research Medical Center. Mark your calendars and plan to attend!