Lowndes Associated Ministries to People (LAMP) will hold its annual Community Block Festival, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 21 , at 714 Charlton St.
The purpose of the festival is to make local residents aware of the many free resources that are available to them in the community — resources that can make a difference in the quality of their lives, said Harriet Messcher, a LAMP spokesperson.
“The Community Block Festival gives residents a chance to have fun while learning about the many free resources that are available in our community,” said Elvin Mainor, assistant executive director of LAMP.
The festival will be fun for the entire family. There will be free food, drinks, entertainment, music, dancing, games, prizes, and more. LAMP will also be giving away free Thanksgiving turkey baskets to families who qualify. To apply for vouchers, apply by Nov. 12, LAMP’s office, 601 N. Lee St.
LAMP serves the needy and homeless in our community through its four departments. These departments are: emergency housing, a short-stay (30 days) shelter for men, women & children; transitional housing, a longer-stay shelter of up to 24 months of residence and six months of after-care services; Helpers Unlimited, which provides emergency assistance to those in need with food, clothing, rent, utilities and transportation; the Health Care Department which provides assistance for individuals in three areas: medical prescriptions, dental and eye care.
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