Talbot County residents are invited to the Community Resource Expo on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Easton Elementary School, where more than 50 resource partners will be on hand to connect community members with a wide range of services designed to help support families, individuals, and older adults.
Hosted by the Neighborhood Service Center and its community partners, the free event will feature $50 gift card giveaways every half hour, a $100 gift card Golden Ticket, children’s activities, a rolling bicycle rodeo, a provided meal, and more.
A free technology drawing takes place at noon, with an iPad and a laptop awarded to the lucky winners. The packages also come with complimentary setup support provided by the Apollo’s Dream Foundation.
Event attendees will have access to numerous resources for free dental and health screenings, as well as mental and behavioral health resources, including peer support; housing support; utility assistance; a legal aid clinic including expungement services; budgeting and money management; and other services for children and youth, seniors, and veterans.
Limited transportation is available and must be reserved by calling 410-763-6745 by Oct. 10.
“Events like the Community Resource Expo make a real difference for families who may not know where to turn,” said Andy Hollis, executive director of the Neighborhood Service Center. “Our partners will fill Easton Elementary’s gymnasium, media center, cafeteria, hallways, and more to ensure resources are accessible, coordinated, and responsive to the needs of our community.”
Hollis also emphasized the importance of collaboration in strengthening local support systems.
“The Expo brings together organizations that are dedicated to helping residents thrive,” Hollis said. “By working side by side, we can meet people where they are and connect them with the tools and services they need.”
The Neighborhood Service Center, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency that provides services and assistance to low-income families and advanced-aged residents in Talbot County. More is at www.nsctalbotmd.org.
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