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COMMUNITY A4 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Health fair features fi tness and fun Event off ers dental treatment to uninsured By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR By TAMMY MALGESINI COMMUNITY EDITOR The doctor is in — the annual Teddy Bear Clinic is featured as part of Fam- ily Health & Fitness Day. The free event includes dozens of vendors offering health and fi tness related activities, including med- ical screenings, cooking workshops and healthcare resources. Angie Treadwell of the Oregon State Univer- sity Extension-Umatilla and Morrow Counties Col- lege of Public Health and Human Sciences, is excited about the variety of peo- ple that will be on hand. The free health fair is Sat- urday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hermiston High School, 600 S. First St. A highlight of the event, Treadwell said, is on-site dental treatment for people that are uninsured. Chil- dren and adults who don’t have dental insurance can receive a variety of treat- ments, including cleanings, fi llings and extractions. While it’s open to any- one without insurance, no appointments will be scheduled. Treadwell said services will be provided on a fi rst-come basis. “It’s a pretty great opportunity for people who don’t have dental coverage and need some care,” she said. Treadwell also said the Teddy Bear Clinic is always a lot of fun for kids. Event celebrates National Recovery Month File photo Family Health & Fitness Day off ers free medical screenings, health-related activities and information Saturday at Hermiston High School. In addition to getting a stuffed animal, the activity is designed to help reduce anxieties that children might have in regards to going to the hospital. Kids will go through an admit- ting process, diagnostic testing and receive a diag- nosis and discharge instruc- tions for their bear. Another popular activ- ity, Treadwell said, are the cooking workshops. In the past, they were geared towards the younger crowd, but everyone seems to enjoy making and sampling simple foods. Participants will have an opportunity to build their own yogurt par- fait. Ingredient options will include granola, and local fruits and berries. Also, other food offerings include Dave’s Killer Bread and specialty dips from Food Hero recipes, which are available to take home so people can make their own. “You don’t want to miss the kale dip,” Treadwell said. “It’s delightful.” With fl u season just around the corner, people are invited to get a fl u shot. Anyone age 6 months or older can receive one. On-site medical screen- ings don’t require a fast, Treadwell said. People can participate in quick screen- ings and receive a certifi - cate for more in-depth test- ing, she said. The event also provides opportunities for people to get physical with Zumba and yoga. In addition, there will be clogging, cheer- leading and tae kwon do demonstrations. Also, there will be car seat checks and bicycle helmet fi ttings. Treadwell also said the Kiwanis Club and Wal- Mart Distribution Center are providing a huge vari- ety of door prizes. The event is coordi- nated by the Healthy Com- munities Coalition. For more information, contact Treadwell at angie.tread- well@oregonstate.edu, 541-567-8321 or search w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / OSUExtUmatilla. A celebration is planned as Umatilla County hosts a National Recovery Month event in Pendleton. Amy Ashton-Williams, director of Umatilla County Human Services, said this is the fi rst event of its kind sponsored by her department and Eastern Oregon Alco- holism Foundation, a sub- stance abuse treatment facil- ity in Pendleton. EOAF’s interim executive director, Janice Witt, spearheaded the idea, Ashton-Williams said, after living in areas where large events were held each September to celebrate recovery. “Umatilla County Cele- brates Recovery” is Satur- day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage Park, located next to Heritage Station Museum, 108 S.W. Frazer Ave., Pendleton. There is no admission charge. Root beer fl oats and coffee will be served. Also, the Assem- bly of God Church will offer pizza during the lunch hour. With a 2019 national theme of “Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Are Stronger,” the Uma- tilla County event will fea- ture a full program — Tra- vis Adams will sing, Willa Wallace will conduct guided meditation, Tammy Malge- sini (community editor for the Hermiston Herald and author of this article) will perform stand-up comedy and there will be numerous speakers. Ashton-Williams said that it’s important to high- light success. Regardless of the disorder or disease, she said recovery should be celebrated. “We hear a lot about the negative implications of substance use disorders,” Ashton-Williams said. “We must also share the positives that come from recovering.” National Recovery Month was founded in 1989 by the Substance Abuse and Men- tal Health Services Admin- istration. Its purpose is to share that substance abuse treatment and mental health services can assist people in establishing healthy and rewarding lives. In addition, it highlights those who have reclaimed their lives and honors the service providers who assist in making recov- ery possible. It is Ashton-Williams’ desire that community mem- bers will come out and gain a deeper understanding of substance abuse. Building a community that has hope, she said, improves service delivery for those experienc- ing a substance use disorder. For more information, contact Ashton-Williams at amy.ashton-williams@uma- tillacounty.net. BRIEFS IMAC serves monthly breakfast A hearty breakfast is available during a fundraiser for the Irrigon Multicultural Arts Center. The meal is Saturday from 7:30- 10:30 a.m. at Stokes Landing Senior Cen- ter, 150 Columbia Lane, Irrigon. The cost is $4.50 per person. The group is dedicated to preserving Irrigon’s 1921 school building and devel- oping a regional art venue. For more infor- mation, call Peggy Price at 541-561-1737. TruCare welcomes founder of ProLifeDoc. org Dr. William Lile of ProLifeDoc.org will speak at the annual fundraising event for TruCare Pregnancy Resource Center. A board certifi ed obstetrician-gynecolo- gist, Lile currently is licensed to practice in Florida and Alabama. After taking over a practice that was the largest provider of abortion services in Pensacola, Florida, he eliminated all abortion services and refer- rals. He has appeared on TV and radio shows and presents seminars at churches, schools, civic organizations and legislative groups. The event’s theme is “Seeing is Believ- ing.” People are invited to learn more about TruCare and enjoy dinner Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at the Hermiston Commu- nity Center, 415 S. Highway 395. There is no cost to attend, but for planning pur- poses people are asked to RSVP as soon as possible. TruCare is a nonprofi t organization that provides encouragement, support and edu- cation for men and women making preg- nancy decisions. It’s services are confi - dential and provided at no charge. People attending the banquet will have an oppor- tunity to make a fi nancial gift to assist Tru- Care with its mission. For more information, contact 541-567- 2393, info@trucareprc.com or visit www. trucareprc.com. For more about Lile, go to www.prolifedoc.org. Western Oregon University hosts local event Alumni and friends of Western Oregon University are invited to a special gather- ing in Hermiston. In addition to visiting with friends from your alma mater, the event will feature net- working opportunities and a message from president Rex Fuller. Food and drinks will be available. The gathering is Wednesday, Oct. 2 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Maxwell Siding Event Center, 145 N. First Place, Hermiston. There is no admission charge. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.wou.edu/alumni. For questions, con- tact Emily Lafon at lafone@wou.edu or 503- 838-8710. John Nilsen to perform at Methodist church An evening of music is featured during an upcoming concert at the Hermiston United Methodist Church. John Nilsen, who was born in Seattle, moved with his family a few years later to Portland. He began studying classical piano at age 6, and later picked up the gui- tar. The award-winning musician founded Magic Wing recording label in 1987. Nilsen will perform Friday at 7 p.m. at the church, 191 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. There is no admission charge, but a love offering will be taken. A graduate of Southern Oregon College (now Southern Oregon University), the school recognized Nilsen in 1995 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award for his out- standing achievements and leadership in the fi eld of performing arts. He continues to perform about 250 times a year — both internationally as a pianist and as the John Nilsen Trio. In addition, he gives back to the community by teaching songwriting residencies and speaking to students across the country. For more information, contact Patty Nance at herfumc@outlook.com or 541- 561-3314. For more about Nilsen, visit www.magicwing.com. PET OF THE W EEK Gladys is not spayed yet, but we can pre adopt. She is approx. 2 years old. Working on potty training. Super sweet and playful. Great with dogs, lives with cats but is afraid of them. Does not do well in crate except to eat. Loves men and always wants to be with her person. Needs a fenced yard. GLADYS Mark Sargent, DVM • Brent Barton, DVM Eugenio Mannucci, DVM, cVMA • Jana von Borstel, DVM, cVMA Small and Large Animal Care Mon: 8-6 Tue - Fri: 8-5 Sat: 8-12 Emergency Service 541.567.1138 MEET 80489 Hwy 395 N Hermiston www.oregontrailvet.com PLACE YOUR AD HERE! Contact Audra at 541.564.4538 Today! If interested please go to fuzzballrescue.com and fill out an application. If you are not able to adopt, but would like to foster or donate, visit fuzzballrescue.com or you can mail in donations to Fuzz Ball Animal Rescue, PO Box 580, Hermiston, OR 97838
