May 14, 2009

Naturally Fun Neighborhoods Comes to Carl Knox Park
The Focus is on Health and Wellness

Naturally Fun Neighborhoods is coming to Carl Knox Park in Arlington on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The focus of this family-fun, community connection event will be on health and wellness with free medical services and screenings. Carl Knox Park is located at 1200 Susan Drive.

Arlington residents will be able to access various health and wellness services from participants such as Cook’s Children’s Health Plan, JPS Health Network, MHMR, All Smiles Dental, Tarrant County Immunizations, WalMart Vision and more.

The YMCA, Santa Fe Adolescent Youth Services, Safe Haven, Boy Scouts, Boys & Girls Club and First Tee Arlington are a few of the social service providers who will offer parents information about summer programs for youth.

In addition to the health and wellness opportunities, Arlington residents can enjoy outdoor activities such as soccer and basketball. The Home Depot will join the event with its Kids Workshop for arts and crafts. There will be balloon art for everyone, games for the family and music. All in attendance will be eligible for door prizes, according to Parks Marketing Manager Kelly Drawdy.

The Carl Knox Health and Wellness Fair is part of the Parks and Recreation Department’s Naturally Fun Neighborhoods program, a series of free outdoor events focused on bringing neighborhoods and residents together in a healthy, family-friendly environment.
Passport Arlington card holders can earn a stamp in their book for attending this event. For more information, visit www.naturallyfun.org or call the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department at 817-459-5488.