Valley View, an independent, nonprofit health system based in Glenwood Springs, Colo., is pleased to invite the community to its virtual Community Town Hall via Zoom on Thursday, May 1, from 12 to 1 p.m. MT. The discussion will be led by Valley View leaders. 

Valley View is proud to serve its patients and understands there are many health needs in the community. During this virtual event, Valley View will share its recent work and investments to benefit the health and well-being of the community. In addition to learning about the organization’s activities in 2024, Valley View will share a new Community Health Needs Assessment and discuss its ongoing strategy for the upcoming year. Viewers are invited to ask questions and share their perspectives on the community's health. 

Real-time Spanish translation is available. 

MayFest is a youth-led initiative sponsored by the Jonathan D. and Marc C. Lewis Foundatoin. The event is designed to bring youth, their families, and community organizations together to learn about local resources, career opportunities, and internships, all while enjoying a day of fun activities such as a 5k Run (benefiting Suicide Prevention Coalition of Garfield County), dancers, Show and Shine (car show), Battle of the Bands, and much more.

We would love for your organization or business to set up a booth at the event. You can provide information about your organization, including resources for youth and their families, or sell your products. If you would like to have a booth at the event RSVP by April 15th to confirm your participation as a trinket vendor or local organization/business. If you would like to register for Battle of the Bands, please visit https://forms.gle/pSfi1TBwPz3kvV1t9

In addition to booth participation, there are other ways you can contribute, including making a monetary donation to the event or providing donated items for participant drawings to win throughout the day.

We would appreciate it if you shared this event with your network to help us ensure its success and maximize community attendance.

I appreciate your support, and we look forward to your participation in making this event memorable! Find more information here: https://sbfrc.garfield16.org/mayfest

**Event Details:**

**Date:** May 3rd.

**Location:** Cottonwood Park - La Plata Cir, Parachute, CO 81635

**Time:** 8 am - 10 pm

• Fire Safety: Tour a fire truck and learn about fire safety with Carbondale and Rural Fire Protection District.
• Kiwanis Bike Rodeo: Children are invited to practice bike safety at the Kiwanis Bike Rodeo. Kids are welcome to bring their own helmets to complete a bike safety course. Bikes and trikes will be available for use.
• Water Safety: From the pool to the lake, get ready for a fun summer with Pediatric Partners with information and resources about water safety.
• Helmet Safety: Safety first! Children will learn about helmet safety and how to properly wear their helmets. Free, fitted bike helmets will be available while supplies last.