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Black Family Wellness Expo Happening Saturday

Black Family Wellness Expo Happening Saturday.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Bold City and Jacksonville chapters of the nonprofit, The Links, Incorporated are teaming up to promote health and wellness in the Black community.

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They are hosting a Black Family Wellness Expo on Saturday, March 16 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the WJCT Studios.

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There will be workshops on topics like nutrition and financial literacy, plus health screenings, food giveaways, and fun activities for the youth.

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Vendors include: Feeding NEFL, READ USA, Blue Zones, Agape, Baptist Health, AARP, EMAT/LifeQuest, American Cancer Society and PLAYERS Center for Child Health.

The event is a part of The Links, Inc. National Impact Day of Service, focused on service and friendship in communities.

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