2011 Baby Boomer/Senior Expo on October 5th & 6th

Press Release

Contact: Ethel Rasmussen, Administrator, Baltimore County Department of Aging

410-887-2379

erasmussen@baltimorecountymd.gov

Time to sidle down to the 2011 Baby Boomer/Senior Expo on October 5 and 6 at the Timonium Fairgrounds. The show will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday and 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday. Shuttle Service will be provided by CountyRide vans all day for your convenience from the parking lot to the Center Hall entrance.

Free giveaways, including a thermal tote bag with admission, will be given. Admission to Expo is a great value for the resources, entertainment and more provided for only $2.00 or two non-perishable food items for the Maryland Food Bank. Further, on Thursday, admission is free to all veterans. All proceeds benefit the Fund for Needy Seniors.

Expo will also feature over 250 exhibitors providing seniors with valuable information on travel, home repairs, housing, fitness, financial planning and healthcare as well as products to purchase for gifts or personal treats. The Main Stage will bring a wide range of toe tapping performers including headliner, Frankie Avalon.

With a wide array of interactive displays in the Enrichment Fair, visitors are liable to find a new passion in life: creative arts, sports, nature pursuits, cultural arts, life-long learning and career development. Further, there will be a Bocce tournament run both days and watercrafts to test drive. The Living Life Stage will provide valuable information in 20-25 minute sessions on an array of topics and pursuits. This will be a great place to rest and learn valuable insights into your next hobby.

There will be a Veterans' Muster to feature all of the programs and benefits available to veterans and their families of all ages. If you or a loved one are a veteran this is a must see area at Expo.

Additionally, there will be period military exhibits in celebration of the anniversaries of the Civil War, attack on Pearl Harbor and the War of 1812.

Next stop is the Medicare Part D Research and Assistance Center where individuals will find assistance to help find the best drug plan or more financial assistance for living. To make a Part D appointment for Expo, call 410-887-2059 in advance and bring a list of your medications, your insurance cards and know your income/assets to determine eligibility. Further, County experts will be instructing you how to investigate other financial programs to support you during these hard economic times.

Expo is always the best place to find the Department of Aging and Maxim Health Systems offering flu shots. Be sure to get yours early. Many free health screenings will also be available in the 4-H Building including diabetes, blood pressure, bone density and more.

Then, it's on to the World of Possibilities Fair where you can discover how to optimize your independence and wellness. Caring Communities, the creator of this area, has developed list of vendors sure to be essential tools and resources to anyone. Additionally, Caring Communities has provided a wheelchair rental and repair exhibit for all Expo visitors.

Are you aware of how many talented authors are based in Maryland? Here is your opportunity to meet, get autographs and copies of their books at our Book Signing feature at Expo. Throughout both days of Expo, local authors will be available to meet and learn more about their latest literature work.

Make yourself feel good by stopping by the American Red Cross area to give blood from 10a.m. to 3p.m. each day. Donations are the saving grace to many that have emergencies each day and you could be the difference. Be sure to make this stop prior to getting a flu shot.

Reap the Rewards Silent Auction is the place to be to find a treasure for a great price or to give a great donation to a good cause. Loads of items will be available for bid both days of Expo up to Thursday at 2 p.m. Come be the highest bidder!

So don't delay, make your plans to do-si-do down to Expo today! The two days are filled with excitement, great entertainment and hundreds of resources. It is an event for all ages to enjoy! See you at the Fairgrounds for Baby Boomer/Senior Expo!

For more information about the event, sponsorships or exhibitor space, visit babyboomerexpoonline.com, email seniorexpo@baltimorecountymd.gov or call 410-887-2002.

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