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Grilling and Growing: Food for the body, fuel for the future at this free community cookout
Read full article: Grilling and Growing: Food for the body, fuel for the future at this free community cookoutThe Partnership for Child Health invites the community to Grilling and Growing: Food for the Body & Fuel for the Future, a free community cookout designed to connect children and families with valuable health, behavioral health, and community resources while promoting healthy living. The event will take place on Friday, August 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at A. Philip Randolph Heritage Park, 1096 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32206, and will feature free food and clothing, fitness demonstrations, local healthcare providers, and family-friendly activities. Through collaborative partnerships, the Partnership for Child Health works to improve the health and well-being of children and families across Jacksonville by increasing access to services and support. For more information, contact Dae'Jah Kearse at (904) 524-0440, DaejahK@pchjax.org, or visit www.pchjax.org.
River City Roundup
Read full article: River City RoundupPartnership for Child Health Jax hosts a Black History Month event focused on Youth Empowerment Friday from 5:30-7:30pm. For 30 years, the Partnership for Child Health has been advancing the health, equity and well-being of children, youth and families. The organization connects public, private, non-profit and academic organizations to identify, develop and implement systems of care to strengthen and empower children and families making our city a better place for everyone. Attendees will connect with Chrystina McGriff of Ready, Prep, Go Meal prep, storyteller and historian Cora Hackley, and First Coast NPCH. The Special Guest Speaker will be Dr. Benjamin Harvey, a Jacksonville native and tech entrepreneur. Students from Douglas Anderson will be in house with performances, as well. It will be Emmett Reed Center for Hope. www.pchjax.org