Be Healthy Bash: Kicking off the Summer with UK HealthCare and University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service
The Be Healthy Bash, hosted by UK HealthCare and the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, will kick off the summer season on June 8 at the Fayette County Extension Office in Lexington. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will focus on overall well-being and will feature a range of activities for attendees to participate in.
Health screenings, wellness resources, free food, cooking demonstrations, emotional wellness activities, physical activities, and games are just some of the offerings that will be available at the event. In addition to these activities, there will be inflatables for both kids and adults, a petting zoo, safety education at Safety City, a smoothie bike, a meet and greet with UK’s Wally Cat, live music, and more.
The aim of the Be Healthy Bash is to provide community members with access to healthy foods and educate them on the importance of eating well and staying active. It also highlights the various health and wellness services available in the community. Chief of Value-Based Programs, Public Policy, and Community Initiatives Trudi Matthews emphasizes this event as an opportunity to showcase UK’s expertise in promoting healthy living within the community.
Attendance at the Be Healthy Bash is free and open to the public. Attendees can sign in at the registration table to receive Farmers’ Market vegetable vouchers. For more information about tabling partners or how to get involved with this exciting event click here!
