LITTLE ROCK, AR - - To celebrate “Cinco de Mayo” sponsors and exhibitors will be offering free information, free health screenings and free food while dancing to Mexican tunes at the 7th Annual of the “¡Hola! Arkansas Health & Safety Fair” at the College Station Clinic and City Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
“This year’s annual event will be a step up, like no other. We are expecting that hundreds of families will gather to learn what Arkansas has to offer in health, safety, disaster and emergency while everyone enjoys and celebrate “Cinco de Mayo,” the Mexican culture, food and music,” said Maura Lozano-Yancy, president of ¡Hola! Arkansas.
The 7th annual event will focus in providing Hispanic and African American families with effective preparedness, free health services and information promoting a safer and healthier life in Arkansas.
Medical services will be provided by a team of physicians and medical assistants from Jefferson Comprehensive Care System - College Station Clinic, Baptitst Health Mobile Unit, Geyer Springs Chiropractic, Dr. Lilliam Prado, D.D.S., of Faith Dental Clinic, Dr. David Bevan, D.D.S from Bevan’s Pediatric Dentistry, Foot Solutions and the Arkansas Department of Health (DHS) - Southwest Clinic among others.
Lozano-Yancy, added, “children will enjoy this year’s a very active ¡Hola! KIDZONE which includes free rides and several ‘jump gyms.’ A 45ft Drill & Fire House sponsored by the Arkansas Children’s Hospital. The Arkansas National Guard is bringing a Football and Soccer training kit and nets.
There will be also and ice cream from Blue Bell and hot dogs and hamburgers provided by Linn’s Auto.
“Families will enjoy free chips, hot sauce and cheese dip provided by Mexico Chiquito while listening to Mexican DJ, Rodolfo “Universo Musical,” Mexican Folklore Ballet
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