KIDS’ FAIR COMING SOON

HARRISBURG, JULY 22 – Children and their families in the 17^th Senatorial District are invited to attend a free Kids’ Fair from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6 at the Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, announced the host, state Sen. Connie Williams.

“The Kids’ Fair is a great opportunity for children and their parents to spend a fun evening together,” Williams said. “Children who attend will see clowns, team mascots and can have their faces painted. While their children play, parents will have the time to speak with representatives of state, federal and local agencies about a variety of topics.”

“I’ve planned the evening with families in mind,” Williams added.

Expected to make a guest appearance (around 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) is the Phillie Phanatic. Other characters and mascots include McGruff the Crime Dog, Smokey Bear, RSVP clowns and the Villanova Wildcat. A Norristown fire truck will be parked in the zoo for children to see.

Riverbend will be on hand to offer a free interactive activity geared to environmental awareness, while several libraries will provide a story time. The Norristown Lodge 620 will provide a free child identification program, which includes videotaping and voice recording, as well as a DNA kit that parents can take home. To take advantage of the program, children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Several insurance departments will be on hand to sign-up children for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Admission to the event is free to all children and families in the 17^th District. Those interested in attending are asked to call 610-853-5433, or e-mail bscanlon@pasenate.com.