LAKEPORT, Calif. — This weekend, organizations and agencies from around Lake County will welcome community members to learn more about health-focused resources and activities available to them.

The annual Lake County Health & Wellness Expo takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18.

The event, formerly known as the Heroes of Health and Safety Fair, will be held at Xabatin Community Park, 800 Main St. in Lakeport.

The festival is a free, family friendly event that organizers said will include many health-focused activities, demonstrations and resources for people of all ages.

On hand will be booths with information on nutrition, fitness, mental health, senior services, and preventative care, among other offerings.

Participants will have the chance to receive free health screenings, participate in wellness workshops and fitness demonstrations. There also will be activities for children.

The day also will include a variety of local vendors, as well as food trucks and live entertainment.

For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page.

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