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-- Lolita Harper

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about their physical

well-being and attend a free health fair today sponsored by Families

Costa Mesa.

The fair will offer free immunizations for children, diabetes and

anemia screenings and blood pressure checks. Participants also will be

entertained by Senior Tap Dancers, The Navigators and members of Wanda’s

Dance Studio.

Children are welcome to play games for prizes and enter a raffle for a

free bicycle or scooter. Free popcorn and soda also will be provided.

The fair will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Save Our Youth, 661

Hamilton St. Information: (949) 574-3970.