Coastal Community Health to Host End of Summer Event | Local News

The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mary Ross Waterfront Park in Brunswick, is supported by more than 50 local partners who will donate back-to-school supplies as well as public health information and resources.

Along with games and entertainment, the event will include a simulated field sobriety test and the free distribution of Narcan, a nasal spray that can save someone in an emergency overdose.

“We want all children to be aware of the possibilities that are available to us because fentanyl and heroin are having such a big impact on our young people these days as well as our adults,” said Honey Sparre, agent Equity Liaison at Coastal Community Health and an event organizer.

There will also be speakers, artists and a live DJ at the event. Students can get free haircuts, backpacks, school supplies, books and more. Door prizes will also be awarded to parents and other adults.

“They can come and not only get resources for their kids, but for themselves while having fun, safely,” Sparre said.

The Safe Harbor Children’s Center will sponsor the Kona Ice Truck and a play truck.

Obstacle courses will be set up alongside interactive activities at almost all sponsored stations. Make-up will also be offered.

New Glory Church will burn out.

“I think the community is just ready to come together as a whole,” Sparre said. “…Our community is great at coming together when asked, and it does.”