Mark your calendars, lace up your sneakers and enjoy a morning of health and wellness activities as the Blue Bell Rotary Club,  Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and Whitpain Township Parks & Recreation, host the Stride and Thrive 5/10K and Wellness Fest on Saturday, Nov. 15.

Held at MCCC’s Health Sciences Center, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, this family-friendly event promises activities for all ages, whether you’re a seasoned runner, casual walker or interested in learning more about wellness to improve your overall health and well-being.

Festivities will kick off with the 5K/10K races at 7:30 a.m. followed by a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Runners and walkers will enjoy a scenic route that winds through the surrounding area and ends at MCCC’s campus. Register now for the 5K or 10K run. There is no registration fee for 1-mile walkers.

The entire community is invited to the free Wellness Fest inside the Health Sciences Center from 9 a.m. to noon. This walk-in event does not require any registration—feel free to stop in at your convenience. It will be a fun environment with a wide variety of activities, services and information for all ages. The Wellness Fest is a wonderful way to focus on your health and well-being. Here is a sample of what the dozens of providers will offer:

• Art Therapy
• Hearing Tests
• Balance screenings
• Chiropractic tips
• Dental hygiene expertise
• Therapeutic Nutrition
• Fitness activities/classes for kids
• Free COVID-19 and flu vaccines from Skippack Pharmacy (on-site)
• Chair massages
• Functional Medicine
• Eye exams
• Progressive Relaxation
• Running tips
• Skin cancer screening
• Sustainability in your home
• Yoga
• Acupuncture

Proceeds from the event sponsors will benefit two significant causes: Whitpain Township’s new nature-based accessible playground and MCCC students in need. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. To promote your business while supporting great causes, or to answer your questions, get in touch with the event chair Wendy Axelrod at [email protected].