Stroll-n-Roll For Children

Saturday, August 27, 2011

For the majority of northern Nevada families, August means back-to-school and getting ready for the school year ahead. For Immunize Nevada it means National Immunization Awareness Month and an opportunity to educate the community about the importance of immunizing to protect children and adolescents from vaccine-preventable diseases. As a state that lags in preventive healthcare, especially immunizations for children, Immunize Nevada is bringing health and education resources to The Summit lifestyle shopping center at the Stroll-n-Roll for Children. This first-time event is a 1-mile walk and community fair to raise awareness and education about the importance of healthy living for children and families.

Families will enjoy hands-on activities for kids, a bounce house and snacks for the kids, free resources for parents, and the last immunization clinic for children and adolescents before the traditional school year begins in Washoe County on Monday, August 29. Parents and children can also purchase last minute back-to-school clothes and supplies at one of The Summit’s 70 stores.


EVENT DETAILS
Location:
     * The Summit - 13925 South Virginia Street, Reno NV 89511

Date / Time
     * Saturday, August 27 - Registration is at 9 a.m.; Walk starts at 10 a.m.; Exhibits open from 9 a.m. to noon

Immunization Details
     * Low-cost immunizations will be offered for children 4-years-old and up
     * For teens heading into the 7th grade FREE Tdap shots will be given
     * Immunizations administered by Saint Mary’s Immunization Program
     * Immunizations are also free for Saint Mary’s Health First or Health Choice members

Cost
     * Pre-registration for the Stroll-N-Roll is just $8 for participants who register on or before Wednesday, August 24.
     * Day-of registration is $10
     * Children 12 and under are free
     * All registered participants receive a $5 gift card to The Summit on walk day

REGISTER FOR THE STROLL-N-ROLL FOR CHILDREN HERE

**The Stroll-n-Roll for Children is presented by Immunize Nevada, The Summit and Amerigroup Community Care.