August 8, 2026, Saturday,
10 AM to 12 Noon!
Rain or Shine
Holy Cross of Myrtle Grove
5820 Myrtle Grove Rd
Wilmington, NC 28409
School Supplies for everyone: paper, notebooks, pencils, pens, markers, and crayons...
fun games, creative crafts, music, wellness checks, healthy snacks...
your child's success is our community's success!
Our 2nd ANNUAL WELLNESS FAIR to help every child succeed!
Free kites will be provided
to fly on the lawn!
Also, enjoy a hike on the
St. Francis Way trail.
One Incredible Day!
Health & Wellness Activities
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Free wellness checks from the Novant Community Care Cruiser
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Free vision screenings for children and families
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Meet CFCC nursing students assisting with wellness checks
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Learn about health and wellness resources
Safety & Public Service Exhibits
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Fire truck display and firefighter meet-and-greet
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Opportunity for children to sit in the driver's seat of a fire/rescue truck
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Hot car safety demonstration
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Meet sheriff's deputies
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Learn about public safety awareness programs
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Meet school resource officers
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SAFE KIDS injury prevention information
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Water safety education
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Bicycle safety education
Community Engagement
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Meet neighbors and local families
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Meet Wilmington-area service providers
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Family-friendly activities throughout the event
Games & Physical Activities
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Cornhole, Ladder golf, Disc golf
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Group games led by UNCW Exercise Science students
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Dancing activities: Hokey Pokey, Macarena
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Kite flying (weather permitting)
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Scavenger hunt on the St. Francis Way nature trail
Music & Entertainment
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Music throughout the event
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Play percussion instruments
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Participate in a jam session with a DJ
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Interactive music-making activities
School Readiness & Giveaways
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Free drawstring backpacks
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Free school supplies
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Back-to-school resource information
Prizes
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Gift card drawings/raffles
Please help us spread the word: this event is for everyone, and it’s our joy to offer it freely in the spirit of Christian love and fellowship.
Let us be the hands and heart of Christ as we prepare to welcome our neighbors this August.
Come Enjoy
a Day of
Wellness
Just Show Up!
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Family-friendly activities, kite flying, St. Francis Way trail, games
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Healthy snacks
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School supplies for children - while supplies last.
- Health Screenings
- Community Support Workers
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Free parking. Accessible for those with physical disabilities.