WHAT: Free and fun health fair for children and their families 20th Annual Children’s Medical Center Teddy Bear Clinic

WHO: UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center — part of UMass MemorialMedical Center. Staff from the Children’s Medical Center volunteer their timeand expertise to create an interactive health fair for the children of Central Massachusetts

WHEN: Saturday, April 27 from 10 am - 3 pm

WHERE: Solomon Pond Mall, Marlborough, MA

WHY: Help children learn about health, safety, going to the doctor, having surgery, injury prevention, in a fun, interactive way…all for free.

OTHER: Exhibits for children and their families to enjoy,giveaways and more! Children are encouraged to bring a favorite teddy bear or toy they wish to have examined.

SPONSORS: WXLO, SOLOMON POND MALL

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: https://www.umassmemorialhealthcare.org/teddy-bear-clinic

BOOTHS and ATTRACTIONS TO MENTION:

• Play a game of teddy bear operation with Pediatric Surgery
• Get a cast put onto your stuffed toy
• Teddy Bear Clinic – Bring a bear or stuffed doll to be examined.
• Doctor Dress-up – No need for medical school! Kids - come and dress up like a doctor. Try on scrubs, surgical hats and more.

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