MORRIS-- Don't miss the Traveling World of Reptiles
Show, Touch-a-Truck exhibit, interactive safety demonstrations and more at this
year's Children's Health and Safety Expo hosted by State Representative David
Welter (R-Morris) August 13th from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Saratoga Elementary
School, 4040 N. Division Street. in Morris.
"I am extremely excited to be able to provide
this free children's health and safety event to our community," said
Welter. "This year's Safety Expo offers children and parents an opportunity to learn about issues such as
cyber bullying, nutrition, bicycle safety, college saving programs, as well
engage in fun interactive activities!"
Admission is free. There will also be
free giveaways at the event, and lots of information.
Demonstrations at this year’s expo
include: Traveling world of Reptiles show at 9:15a.m., Forte Arts Center at
10:30 a.m., Chang Lee’s Taekwon Martial Arts at 11 a.m. and Donna Mueller’s School
of Dance at 11:30 a.m. Also, a medical helicopter will be there from 9:30am -
11:30am.
More than 20 "Touch-a-Trucks" will be at
the Safety Expo, and kids are invited to see, touch and get behind the wheel of
their favorite vehicle. Local professionals will be available to answer
questions about the equipment and the work they do.
“This is a great event for the whole family and a
wonderful destination for your weekend,” said Welter.
For more information,
contact Rep Welter’s office at 815-416-1475, or check out the handy flyer at
http://www.repwelter.com/