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South Kent Community Expo features 50-plus businesses, food and more Oct. 25

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By WKTV Staff

Community members of all ages are invited to the sixth annual South Kent Community Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

The free event is hosted by the City of Kentwood and takes place from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Kentwood Activities Center, 355 48th St. SE. There will be a variety of products and services from more than 50 local businesses, as well as health screenings, door prizes and refreshments.

The free health screenings will include blood pressure, spine alignment and more.

“We have a great lineup of vendors and goodies that’s sure to have something for everyone,” Recreation Program Coordinator Ann Przybysz said. “All are welcome to join us for this fun, community-focused event.”

The touchdown sponsor of this year’s football-themed expo is Humana. Field goal sponsors are SERVPRO of South and Northwest GR, Star Insurance Agency LLC and Tim Hortons.

Vendor space at the expo is available. Interested vendors are encouraged to complete an online vendor registration form. More information about the event is available at kentwood.us/SouthKentCommunityExpo.

Spotlight on Seniors Health and Fitness Expo returns to Kentwood Activities Center

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Once again the Kentwood Seniors will be joining forces with the Georgetown Seniors to host the 18th Annual Spotlight on Seniors Health and Fitness Expo set for Tuesday, April 18.

 

The free event is from 8:30 a.m. – noon at the Kentwood Activities Center, 355 48th St. SE. More than 70 vendors from a variety of senior-oriented businesses such as physical therapy, assisted living, home care, hearing, vision, hospice, health, beauty, retail, Kent District Library, government, pharmacy, funeral homes, home adaptions, medical equipment, legal aid, and insurance.

 

Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department Assistant Director Lorraine Beloncis said the expo has become a”well-established one-stop destination for the latest information on senior services for retirement, housing, finances, health and fitness.”

 

Last year’s event had about 300 attendees and Beloncis saying she expects between 300 to 400 at this year’s event.

 

There also will be free screening for blood pressure, hearing, musculoskeletal, spinal health and stroke assessment. Seniors also will enjoy a free breakfast snacks and lunch.

 

For more information about the event, call 616-6565270 or visit www.yourkprd.org.