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Cones & Chrome: Scoops for Awareness

Date: 31/08/2024
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: The event is located in the front parking lot of the Social Service building.
Public/Private: Public
Individual/Organisation: Organisation
Name of Organisation: Portsmouth Health Department
Contact: Ashanti Kincannon
Phone: 757-407-4629
Email: Ashanti.kincannon@vdh.virginia.gov
Web:

The Portsmouth Health Department is thrilled to invite you to a unique and impactful event, “Cones & Chrome: Scoops for Awareness,” which will take place on August 31, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 1701 High St, Portsmouth, VA, 23704. This event is a special occasion to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day and will feature a vibrant car show combined with crucial community engagement and educational efforts.
Event Highlights:

🚗 Car Show Extravaganza: Enjoy a showcase of beautifully decorated cars, with awards like “Best in Show” and “Best Chevy,” organized by The 757 Midnight Riders.
📚 Educational Initiatives: Participate in REVIVE Training provided by the Portsmouth Health Department to learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose. Harm reduction kits, including Naloxone, will be available, alongside valuable resources from community partners like VA Fentanyl Awareness and DSS.
🍦 Community Engagement: Savor purple soft-serve ice cream from Mr. Cream Cone, enjoy DJ entertainment, and explore resource tables from various local organizations.

Your participation in this event will help raise awareness and support our community in addressing substance use disorder (SUD). We encourage you to join us for this engaging and educational day.
How You Can Help:

Attend the Event: Come out and enjoy the car show, learn more about overdose prevention, and connect with fellow community members.
Spread the Word: We’ve attached a flyer for “Cones & Chrome: Scoops for Awareness.” Please display it in your window and share it with your network to help us reach as many people as possible.

Your support is crucial in making this event successful and promoting awareness about this important issue. We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your help in spreading the word!