-Information courtesy Chalis S. Henderson, Executive Director, Turning Point Community Development Corporation

Ellis Wyms, Super Bowl Champion and Founder of Athletes For Computer Science, in collaboration with Oasis of Hope Ministries and Turning Point CDC, will host the 9^th Annual Community Day on Saturday, August 4 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Henderson, NC.

This free event is open to the public and will include a number of activities for all ages to enjoy including: distribution of 150 backpacks and school supplies, free haircuts, free hotdog meals, UNC Mobile Kidney Center, Microsoft One Hour of Code workshop (10:30-11:30 a.m.), wet zone, game zone, Vance County Mobile Food Market, a four car seats giveaway by Vance County Safe Kids, free books from Vance County Smart Start, and many more community resources and entertainers.

“This annual event is an opportunity for our ministry and community development organization to give back to our communities by sharing our resources and enjoying a day of fun activities for the entire family,” said Chalis Henderson, executive director of Turning Point Community Development Corporation. Turning Point is the community development arm of Oasis of Hope Ministries.

Ellis Wyms will be at the event sharing information about “Athletes For Computer Science,” co-facilitating the coding workshop with Microsoft, and leading activities for the participants.

 

WHEN:            

Saturday, August 4, 2018

Community Yard Sale: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Community Day: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

 

WHERE:     

Oasis of Hope Ministries

2495 US 1/158 Business (N. Garnett St.)

Henderson, NC 27536