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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2005

Expo will offer info on family programs
State and community groups, agencies will detail available services

A free event hosted by Senator Pat Browne will spotlight the variety of programs and services offered to families by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and numerous local organizations.

Senator Browne will host his Fam-Tastic Celebration of Families and Fun from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 5, at Trexler Middle School, 851 North 15^th Street in Allentown.

The Expo, which is free and open to the public, is designed to provide valuable information to parents, grandparents and children about the myriad of programs, information and other services available to them from government, community and corporate groups, according to Senator Browne.

"I've been involved in the community and I have found that there are many fine programs and excellent services out there for families," Senator Browne said. "It's well worth taking the time to see what is available. And, maybe more importantly, have some fun with the entertainment and seeing the exhibits that will be on site.

Scheduled entertainment and exhibits include: The Wildlands Conservancy's Animal Show; a Fire Safety House; face painting; balloon sculpting; and, a Binney & Smith craft table.

For more information visit www.senatorbrowne.com or call (610) 821-8468.