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Heads Up! of DeWitt County Hosting 'Community Play Day'

This Saturday, families are invited to take part in a special event hosted by Heads Up! of DeWitt County at Weldon Springs State Recreation Area.

A 'Community Play Day' is being put on by Heads Up!, community advocates for mental wellness. Tina Baxter with the organization explains the time will consist of lots of games and fun activities.

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The theme for this year's event is "What Makes You Smile" and Clinton and Blue Ridge youngsters made posters of what makes them smile. Baxter says some of those posters have already been displayed throughout the various communities, and more will be on display Saturday.

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The event is open to the public and takes place this Saturday from 9 am to noon at Weldon Springs Park. The goal of the event is to promote mental awareness and health in the community.

Heads Up! is a cooperative effort between local social service agencies, schools, the Clinton YMCA and volunteers to promote good mental health within DeWitt County.

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