Gordon Hospital to host annual Back to School Blast event
( Calhoun, Ga.) -Gordon Hospital will host its Back to School Blast event for all local public, private, and homeschool students in grades Pre- K through 12. The event will take place on Thursday, July 28 from 3: 30 – 5: 30 p. m. at the Sonoraville Recreation Complex, 7494 Fairmount Highway.
“This event, which is the largest one we host for the community each year, is always fun and educational. We have many great giveaway items and fun interactive booths planned,” said Garrett Nudd, director of marketing for Gordon Hospital. “This is also a way for us to focus on our wellness program, CREATION Health, which promotes wholeperson healthy living.”
Local schools and organizations will give out information. Free backpacks and a variety of schools supplies will also be distributed while supplies last. Children must be pres- ent with an adult to receive supplies.
The double gymnasium at the recreation complex will also house two inflatables for the students to enjoy. Local DJ Donny Holmes will be on stage to provide entertainment throughout the event.
Premium Outlets of Calhoun will host the annual back to school fashion show, featuring local students showcasing the latest back to school fashion trends. The fashion show is scheduled to begin at 4: 30 p. m.
In addition to back to school information, attendees can also expect to receive kidfriendly health information on subjects such as the proper amount of sleep, proper nutrition, the dangers of tobacco, and more. Gordon Hospital’s Superhero of Safety, Mac the Medic, is also expected to make an appearance.
Admission to the event is free, and registration is not required. For more information, please call 706- 602- 7800, ext. 2305. All giveaway items, including the backpacks, will be given on a first- come, first- served basis.
Founded in 1935, Gordon Hospital is proud to be a member of Adventist Health System. With 46 hospitals in 10 states, Adventist Health System is a faith- based healthcare organization headquartered in Altamonte Springs, Florida. A national leader in quality, safety, employee engagement, and patient satisfaction, Adventist Health System’s more than 78,000 employees maintain a tradition of whole-person health by caring for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of every patient.