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Families stride into summer
Henry County Public Health held a kickoff to summer event
Giant bubble making put smiles on many children’s faces at the Stride into Summer Event. (Photo Submitted)
The DNR let children explore a boat as they taught them about boat and water safety for the summer. (Photo Submitted)
This child looked ready to spend some time in the sun with her awesome new shades. (Photo Submitted)
Henry County Sheriff McNamee made sure to spend time with kids at the Stride into Summer Event. (Photo Submitted)
MT. PLEASANT — Last weekend Henry County Public Health hosted a well attended kick off to summer at the East Lake Park.
The event gave Henry County residents an opportunity to get outside as a family and learn about some summer health and safety tips.
The Henry County DNR brought a bot for children to check out, and gave them information on boat and water safety
Sun safety was addressed by Henry County Emergency Management services as they handed out sunscreen and sun glasses.
Families could take the opportunity, at this event, to have their child fingerprinted, DNA swabbed, and a photo taken, so the information existed if ever needed.
This service was provided by Henry County Sheriff’s Department.
Many other activities and groups were present at this event and children could be seen taking in all the information and fun in every direction.
There were book reading tents, yard games, crafts, and goody bags.
Altogether, families certainly found validity in all that was offered.
Comments: AnnaMarie.Ward@southeastiowaunion.com
