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Vista Autism Services to hold Golf Classic golfers the chance to win a vacation or a cash prize. Other games will include a putting contest, closest to the pin, and on the green. Registration includes a continental breakfast, green fees, and use of a cart with complimentary bag service, a light lunch, an awards banquet and buffet, and a hole-in-one contest. To register as a golfer or sponsor, visit www.auctria .events/VistaGolfClassic. Founded in 2002 by a group of parents and professionals, Vista Autism Services is focused on data-driven approaches to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families, from the time of an individual’s diagnosis through adulthood. Vista’s team of specialists uses personalized plans to integrate educational, behavioral health, and other support services to help individuals reach their potential. The organization is Vista Autism Services founder and former headquartered in Hershey. For more information, visit CEO Mike Jarman (right) with his son www.vistaautismservices.org. Patrick at the 2022 Golf Classic.
Vista Autism Services will hold its 16th annual Vista Golf Classic on Saturday, June 3, at Dauphin Highlands Golf Course, 650 S. Harrisburg St., Harrisburg. This year’s event will include several hole-in-one opportunities offering
Schaffner Park in Hummelstown, where National Night Out was held last August, will be the site of the Connecting Our Community event.
Hummelstown to host “Connecting Our Community” event BY FRANCINE FULTON
ummelstown-area residents will have an opportunity to learn about local nonprofit organizations while enjoying food, music and games during Connecting Our Community, a free event that is set for Saturday, May 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Schaffner Park, located on Parkside Avenue in Hummelstown. During the event, which is being presented by the Hummelstown Community Foundation, more than 20 groups will set up informational tables in the park. Attendees will also be about to learn about volunteer opportunities with the various organizations. “People can know what is available to help them and (also) see if they have something they would like to do for the nonprofits,” said Kelly Williamson, foundation secretary. “It will be both educational and fun. We tried to get as many (local) organizations as possible to participate.”
“Mental Health Matters” planned To promote a greater understanding of mental health, Hershey All Things Diversity invites the community to “Mental Health Matters: Cultivating Community Awareness.” The virtual session will be held on Wednesday, May 24, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. A panel of six local mental health experts will discuss the impact mental health challenges can have on individuals, families, and communities. The panel members will share signs and symptoms of a range of mental health conditions in addition to prevalence data among children, adolescents, and adults. They will also explore assumptions that are often made about mental health and provide strategies that people can implement to be allies for those who struggle with mental health
challenges. Participants will be able consider all the factors that contribute to mental wellness and specific actions they can take to improve their wellness and the mental wellness of others. In addition, the presenters will offer an empowering way to think of mental health from a “hopefulness” lens and offer resources. Participants may ask questions at the end of the session via the chat. To join the free session, register through Eventbrite or visit www.hersheyallthingsdiversity.org and click on the Events tab. The event will be livestreamed on the Hershey All Things Diversity YouTube channel, and the recording will be posted after the session. R095328
Bricker’s Famous French Fries and Sweet Dawgs Frozen Desserts. Music will be provided by DJ Bill Runkle. At 6 p.m., there will be a performance by the Lower Dauphin Middle School jazz band on the park’s stage. The Hummelstown Fire Company and Police Department will also be on hand with emergency vehicles, including two fire trucks, an antique fire truck and a police car. The pavilion in the park will be available for people to eat dinner, and the park’s playground will also be open. Other featured attractions will a rock climbing wall, cornhole and games. “The only thing (to purchase) is the food. Everything is free,” Williamson said. In the event of inclement weather, Connecting Our Community will be held on Sunday, May 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. For more information about the event, search for “Hummelstown Community Foundation, Inc.” on Facebook.
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Among the nonprofit organizations that are scheduled to have representatives at the event are American Legion Post 265 and Auxiliary, Deep Rivers Church, the Elder Express, Hummelstown FFO Bulldogs, Hummelstown Business and Professional Association, Hummelstown Area Historical Society, Hummelstown Police Department, Hummelstown Fire Department, Life Lion Emergency Medical Services and Critical Care, Hummelstown Parks and Recreation, Hummelstown Public Works, Lower Dauphin Communities That Care and the Bookmobile, Lower Dauphin Youth Falcon Football, Love INC of Greater Hershey, Penn State Master Gardeners, the Rotary Club of Hummelstown, the Shade Tree Commission, Shepherd’s Closet clothing bank, the William H. & Marion C. Alexander Family Library and the Hummelstown Baseball Softball Association. Food trucks that will be on hand include Forrest’s Feed Co., Chef Tony, Chocolates by Tina Marie,
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