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Lead Poisoning Prevention Week Activities Around the Nation

As part of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, many states and communities plan to offer free lead screening, and to conduct various education and awareness events. Below is a list of some of the awareness activities going on around the United States during Lead Poisoning Prevention Week:

Region 1: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont Region 4: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee Region 6: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas Region 7: Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska Region 10: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington Region 3, PA, WV, VA, DE, MD, DC Region 9: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, the Pacific Islands & 147 Indian Tribes Region 5, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin & 5 Indian Tribes Region 2, NY, NJ Region 2, PR, VI Region 8: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakaota, Utah, Wyoming

Region 1 (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)

Connecticut

  • October 19, 20 and 21, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. East Hartford, CT. The Education Unit will be going to all East Hartford Head Start Programs to educate the 309 children enrolled in their Head Start Program on Lead prevention. For further information contact Mark Aschenbach, 860-509-7392.

  • October 20, 2008 -- Coloring Contest. Waterbury and Stamford, CT. The Education Unit is participating in and setting up a coloring contest. The winning drawings from the coloring contest will be made into a calendar and given to all students and teachers that participated. For further information contact Mark Aschenbach, 860-509-7392.

  • October 20, 2008 -- Lead Meeting. Newington, CT. Semi-annual Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) meeting at CT Department of Transportation. For further information contact Mark Aschenbach, 860-509-7392.

Maine

  • October 19 – 25, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Maine Statewide. Micmac Indian Tribe will run their Lead safety campaign on TV for the entire week. For further information contact Rob Carr, 617-918-1607, carr.rob@epa.gov.

Rhode Island

  • October 20, 2008 -- Seminar. Department of Administration, One Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908. 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Three-hour Lead Awareness Seminar (state mandated class for landlords), in English by LeadSafe Inspections and Consulting, Inc., in Spanish by Helena Friedmann. Pre-registration is required. For further information contact (401) 222-LEAD (5323), leadinfo@admin.ri.gov

  • October 21, 2008 -- Seminar. Department of Administration, One Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. Working Safe and Working Clean, by Robert Waring. The goal is to present contractors with innovations and techniques on how to successfully achieve clearance, after the lead work has been completed. Pre-registration is required. For further information contact (401) 222-LEAD (5323), leadinfo@admin.ri.gov

  • October 21, 2008 -- Seminar. Department of Administration, One Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908. 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Reducing Dust Generation Techniques and Proper Containment, by Ricardo Patino. Pre-registration is required. For further information contact (401) 222-LEAD (5323), leadinfo@admin.ri.gov

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Region 2 (NY, NJ, PR, VI)

New Jersey

  • October 16, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Middlesex Community College Health and Safety Fair. 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08818. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. EPA will have a booth to provide lead information to the public. For further information contact Judi DiMaio, 732-548-6000 ext. 3778, JDMaio@middlesexcc.edu, or visit www.middlesexcc.edu. Exit EPA Disclaimer

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Region 3 (DE, MD, PA, VA, WV, District of Columbia)

Delaware

  • October 3, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Program. Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. 6:30 pm. Presentation by Kelli Janowski, Health Educator, on Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness to Parents-as-Teachers Group. For further information contact Dr. Lucy Luta, Director, Office of Lead Poisoning Prevention, Delaware Division of Public Health; Anna Scovell, Sussex Parents as Teachers, 302-744-4546 or 302-856-5239, Lucy.Luta@state.de.us, or visit http://www.sussexkids.com/index.asp. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 8, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Program. Henrietta Johnson Medical Center, an FQHC, 601 New Castle Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19801. 12:30 pm. Presentation by Kelli Janowski, Health Educator, on Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness. For further information contact Dr. Lucy Luta, Director, Office of Lead Poisoning Prevention, Delaware Division of Public Health; Anna Scovell, Sussex Parents as Teachers, 302-744-4546 or 302-856-5239, Lucy.Luta@state.de.us.

  • October 17, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Program. Grace United Methodist Church, 330 Church Street, Millsboro, DE 19966. 6:30 pm. Presentation by Kelli Janowski, Health Educator, on Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness to Parents-as-Teachers Group. For further information contact Dr. Lucy Luta, Director, Office of Lead Poisoning Prevention, Delaware Division of Public Health; Anna Scovell, Sussex Parents as Teachers, 302-744-4546 or 302-856-5239, Lucy.Luta@state.de.us.

  • October 18, 19 and 20, 2008 -- Fall Delaware Home Show. Wilmington, DE. 10:00 am and 11:00am. Public Outreach, Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness. For further information, contact Dr. Lucy Luta, Director, Office of Lead Poisoning Prevention, Delaware Division of Public Health; Anna Scovell, Sussex Parents as Teachers, 302-744-4546 or 302-856-5239, Lucy.Luta@state.de.us, or visit http://www.delawarehomeshow.com/attendee_fall08_wilmington.cfm. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 24, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Program. Seaford District Library, Public Meeting Room, 420 N. Porter Street, Seaford, DE 19973. 6:30 pm. Presentation by Kelli Janowski, Health Educator, on Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness to Parents-as-Teachers Group. For further information contact Dr. Lucy Luta, Director, Office of Lead Poisoning Prevention, Delaware Division of Public Health; Anna Scovell, Sussex Parents as Teachers, 302-744-4546 or 302-856-5239, Lucy.Luta@state.de.us.

Pennsylvania

  • October 18, 2008 -- First Annual Philadelphia Children's Health Fair. Faculty/Student Center, Temple University, Broad Street at Ontario, Philadelphia, PA. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. On-site blood lead level screening free of charge; testing of toys and household items for lead; Wide variety of lead-related information, including healthy diet, repair and renovation, lead safe work practices; FREE fun and games for kids. For further information contact Eric Holmes, 215-814-2047, holmes.eric@epa.gov, or visit http://www.epa.gov/reg3wcmd/leadfair.htm.

  • October 24-26, 2008 -- Greater Philadelphia Home Show. Valley Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Avenue, King of Prussia, PA 19406. Public Outreach, Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness. For further information contact Scott Steffen, Public Health Program Administrator, Bureau of Family Health, PA Dept. of Health, 717-722-2763, rsteffen@state.pa.us, or visit www.health.state.pa.us. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 27, 2008 - April 2009 -- Lead Exhibition. The Devouring Element: Lead's Impact on Health will be presented at the Mutter Museum, 19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The exhibition examines changing notions of the utility and danger of lead and human health from classical times until the present. The exhibition will feature unique specimens, instruments, images, rare books, and manuscripts from the Library of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia. For further information contact J. Nathan Bazzel, 215-567-6429/563-3737, ext. 248, or visit www.phillyhealthinfo.org/index.php/general/the_devouring_element/. Exit EPA Disclaimer

Virginia

  • October 19-25, 2008 -- "The Sound of Paint" radio spot. Virginia Statewide. Lead based paint information distributed via radio. For further information contact Nancy K. Van Voorhis, BSMT (ASCP), MPH Director, Lead-Safe Virginia Program, Virginia Department of Health, 804-864-7694, Nancy.VanVoorhis@vdh.virginia.gov, or visit http://www.vahealth.org/leadsafe/. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 19-25, 2008 -- Governor's Proclamation. Virginia Statewide. Designation of October 19 – 25 as CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING PREVENTION WEEK in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For further information contact Nancy K. Van Voorhis, BSMT (ASCP), MPH Director, Lead-Safe Virginia Program, Virginia Department of Health, 804-864-7694, Nancy.VanVoorhis@vdh.virginia.gov, or visit http://www.vahealth.org/leadsafe/. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 19-25, 2008 -- "Dusty the Dog." Various day care centers and children's museums throughout Virginia Statewide. Mobile storyboard. For further information contact Nancy K. Van Voorhis, BSMT (ASCP), MPH Director, Lead-Safe Virginia Program, Virginia Department of Health, 804-864-7694, Nancy.VanVoorhis@vdh.virginia.gov, or visit http://www.vahealth.org/leadsafe/. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 19-25, 2008 -- Various lead based paint awareness activities. Various day community centers and faith-based locations throughout Virginia Statewide. For further information contact Nancy K. Van Voorhis, BSMT (ASCP), MPH Director, Lead-Safe Virginia Program, Virginia Department of Health, 804-864-7694, Nancy.VanVoorhis@vdh.virginia.gov, or visit http://www.vahealth.org/leadsafe/. Exit EPA Disclaimer

Washington, D.C.

  • October 20, 2008 -- Symposium on Lead and Healthy Housing. The HSC Pediatric Center, 1731 Bunker Hill Road NE, Washington, D.C. 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Speakers include: Dr. Jerome Paulson, Dr. Ellen Silbergeld, Dr. Mary Jean Brown, and Rebecca Morley. Presentations will focus on the following topics: Health effects of chronic low-level exposure to lead; exploring the link between lead exposure and violence/crime; how to expand lead programs to include a focus on healthy housing; and creating a national healthy homes agenda. For further information contact Pierre R. Erville, JD MS, 202-442-9350, pierre.erville@dc.gov.

  • October 21, 22 and 24, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. True Value Hardware, 1623 17th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Distributing literature on lead-safe work practices, lead awareness and copies of "Renovate Right" from street tables. For further information contact Amber Sturdivant, 202-478-2441, amber.sturdivant@dc.gov.

  • October 21, 22 and 24, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Pfeiffer's Hardware, 3219 Mount Pleasant Street NW, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Distributing literature on lead-safe work practices, lead awareness and copies of "Renovate Right" from street tables. For further information contact Amber Sturdivant, 202-478-2441, amber.sturdivant@dc.gov.

  • October 21, 22 and 24, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Duron Paint & Wallcoverings, 2511 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Distributing literature on lead-safe work practices, lead awareness and copies of "Renovate Right" from street tables. For further information contact Amber Sturdivant, 202-478-2441, amber.sturdivant@dc.gov.

  • October 21, 22 and 24, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Monarch Paint & Wallcoverings Co., Chevy Chase, 5608 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Distributing literature on lead-safe work practices, lead awareness and copies of "Renovate Right" from street tables. For further information contact Amber Sturdivant, 202-478-2441, amber.sturdivant@dc.gov.

  • October 21, 22 and 24, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. McCormick Paints, 1460 P Street NW, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Distributing literature on lead-safe work practices, lead awareness and copies of "Renovate Right" from street tables. For further information contact Amber Sturdivant, 202-478-2441, amber.sturdivant@dc.gov.

  • October 23, 2008 -- Health Street Fair. 14th St. NW and Irving St., Columbia Heights, Washington, D.C. 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Approximately one dozen agencies and/or organizations distributing lead literature and giveaways from street tables; face painting and balloons. For further information contact Pierre R. Erville, JD MS, 202-442-9350, pierre.erville@dc.gov.

  • TBD -- Duke Ellington School for the Arts High School Art Contest. Duke Ellington School for the Arts, Washington, D.C. Art contest to design the DC Lead Week logo to be used in 2009. For further information contact Angela Wyan, 202-994-5188, angela.wyan@yahoo.com.

West Virginia

  • Throughout October 2008 -- Lead Outreach. West Virginia Statewide. The West Virginia Office of Environmental Health Services Lead Program will provide lead awareness materials and posters to all county health departments (49). This information will be available to the general public. For further information contact Tony Turner, 304-558-6716, tturner@wvdhhr.org or visit http://www.wvdhhr.org/rtia/lead.asp. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • Throughout October 2008 -- Lead Outreach. West Virginia Statewide. The West Virginia Office of Environmental Health Services Lead Program will provide free baby items and lead awareness materials to all birthing hospitals throughout West Virginia (36). For further information contact Tony Turner, 304-558-6716, tturner@wvdhhr.org or visit http://www.wvdhhr.org/rtia/lead.asp. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 20-25, 2008 -- Educational display. One Davis Square, Washington and Capitol Streets, Charleston, West Virginia. 8:00am - 5:00 pm. West Virginia Office of Environmental Health Services Lead Program will have an educational booth on display. Free educational materials and promotional items will be available to the general public. For further information contact, Tony Turner, 304-558-6716, tturner@wvdhhr.org or visit http://www.wvdhhr.org/rtia/lead.asp. Exit EPA Disclaimer

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Region 4 (AL, GA, KY, MS, NC, TN, FL, SC)

Georgia

  • October 18, 2008 -- Taste of Snellville. Snellville, GA. EPA staff will be hosting a booth on how to stay safe during renovations during this event. For further information contact Andrea Lippitt, 404-562-8983, price-lippitt.andrea@epa.gov.

  • October 18, 2008 -- How to stay safe during renovations. Benjamin Moore Paints-Southwest Paint-1043 Ralph D. Abernathy Blvd., Atlanta, GA. EPA staff will be hosting a booth on how to stay safe during renovations during this event. For further information contact Andrea Lippitt, 404-562-8983, price-lippitt.andrea@epa.gov.

  • October 18-19, 2008 -- Conyers Home Depot Energy/Safety Month Celebration. 1330 Dogwood Drive, Conyers, GA 30013. EPA staff will be hosting a booth on how to stay safe during renovations during this event. For further information contact Andrea Lippitt, 404-562-8983, price-lippitt.andrea@epa.gov.

  • October 28, 2008 -- Rabbits New House. A-Class Scholars, 3320 Scenic Highway 124, Snellville, GA 30078. 10:30 a.m. Mr. Curtis Richardson (Region 4 employee) is a professional story teller and will be speaking to pre-K students on lead based paint. For further information contact Mr. Curtis Richardson, 404-562-8987, richardson.williamc@epa.gov.

  • October 27 - 31, 2008 -- How to stay safe during renovations. Ace Hardware Stores (at three locations throughout Atlanta.) EPA staff will conduct outreach on RRP. For further information contact Andrea Lippitt, 404-562-8983, price-lippitt.andrea@epa.gov.

  • October 27 - November 7, 2008 -- How to stay safe during renovations. Spectrum Paints, Inc., (at all six locations throughout Atlanta.) EPA staff will conduct outreach on RRP. For further information contact Andrea Lippitt, 404-562-8983, price-lippitt.andrea@epa.gov.

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Region 5 (IL, MI, IN, MN, OH, WI)

Illinois

  • October 20, 2008 -- Health Fair. J.R. Thompson Center Atrium, Chicago, IL. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Fourteen exhibitors from various lead poisoning awareness agencies and organizations will be setting up displays and greeting citizens who are visiting the Center. This serves as an excellent opportunity to educate numerous people about the hazards of lead based paint and lead dust. For further information contact Eleanor Davis, 217-524-2081, eleanor.davis@illinois.gov.

  • October 23, 2008 -- Healthy Homes for Healthy Kids Conference. Dove Conference Center in the Prairie Heart Institute at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Nine speakers and several exhibitors from various agencies and organizations will present information about preventing home health hazards and discuss the use of practicing safe work practices during remodeling and renovation. This will empower attendees to examine ways to involve legislators and community health educators to reduce incidents of environmental related illnesses through education, outreach and safe work practices. For further information contact Eleanor Davis, 217-524-2081, eleanor.davis@illinois.gov or visit www.idph.state.il.us/training.htm. Exit EPA Disclaimer

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Region 6 (AR, LA, OK, TX, NM)

Arkansas

  • October 20-24, 2008 -- General Outreach. Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, AR. Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality will set up a Lead Poisoning Prevention Display and distribute lead-based paint information, such as Renovate Right, Protect your Family and Fight Lead Poisoning with a Healthy Diet. For further information contact David Kerns, KERN@adeq.state.ar.us.

Oklahoma

  • October 15, 2008 -- Health Fair. W.W. Hastings Indian Hospital in Tahelquah, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Cherokee Nation Lead Program will provide Lead-Based Paint Renovation Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) and other children's health information to the public. For further information contact Shaun West, 918-453-5363, swest@cherokee.org.

  • October 18, 2008 -- Health Fair. West Siloam Springs, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Cherokee Nation Lead Program will provide Lead-Based Paint Renovation Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) and other children's health information to the public. For further information contact Shaun West, 918-453-5363, swest@cherokee.org.

  • October 20 - 24, 2008 -- General Outreach. Oklahoma State Health Department (OSHD), Oklahoma City, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The OSHD plans on having a display of posters on Lead Poisoning Prevention located in their Vital Statistics Office for the public to view. For further information contact Cheryl Barr, Program Coordinator, Oklahoma Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, CherylB@health.ok.gov.

  • October 20 - 24, 2008 -- General Outreach. Oklahoma State Health Department (OSHD), Oklahoma City, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Oklahoma Department of Health plans on giving lead-based paint information to the OHCA Child Health Review Board, to distribute to anyone who asks for their assistance. For further information contact Cheryl Barr, Program Coordinator, Oklahoma Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, CherylB@health.ok.gov.

  • October 22, 2008 -- District Fair. Eastern Oklahoma Development District, Hulbert, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Cherokee Nation Lead Program will provide Lead-Based Paint Renovation Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) and other children's health information to the public. For further information contact Shaun West, 918-453-5363, swest@cherokee.org.

  • October 24, 2008 -- Health Fair. Red Bird Smith Cherokee Nation Clinic, Sallisaw, OK. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Cherokee Nation Lead Program will provide Lead-Based Paint Renovation Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) and other children's health information to the public. For further information contact Shaun West, 918-453-5363, swest@cherokee.org.

Texas

  • Throughout October -- Outreach. Mailing out Renovation Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) related literature in the form of fifty "Renovate Right" brochures and fifty "Contractors Lead Safety During Renovation" brochures, along with a clear plastic brochure display to all 85 McCoy's Building Supply Stores situated in Region 6. For further information contact Domingo Servantez, 214-665-7334, servantez.domingo@epa.gov.

  • October 3, 2008 -- LeadSafe Task Force Meeting. San Antonio, TX. 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Presentation of the interactive lead display on loan from Region 6 and the distribution of lead-based paint information. For further information contact Myrna Esquivel, Member of the San Antonio Lead Coalition, Myrna.Esquivel@sanantonio.gov.

  • October 4, 2008 -- "Lead Safe Work Practices." Dallas County Health Department, Dallas, TX. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Workshop/training for painters, renovators and remodelers, EPA will present on the Renovation Repair and Painting Rule. For further information contact Domingo Servantez, 214-665-7334, servantez.domingo@epa.gov.

  • October 13, 2008 -- Texas State Fair Environmental Treasure Hunt Sponsored by FOX 4 News. Texas State Fair Discovery Gardens, Dallas, TX. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. City of Dallas, Region 6 EPA employees and FOX 4 will sponsor an Environmental Treasure Hunt for school children who will be attending the Texas State Fair on that day. There will also be exhibitors giving out information on environmental issues. The Region 6 Lead Program will have a booth to provide lead information to the public. For further information contact Donna Cooper, 214-665-2226, cooper.donnal@epa.gov.

  • October 16, 2008 -- "Beyond Translations." McAllen, TX. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Beyond Translations is a workshop started by EPA Region 6 to proactively seek new opportunities to effectively engage the Hispanic community in becoming environmental stewards. Information on lead-based paint will be available to the participants. For further information contact Domingo Servantez, 214-665-7334, servantez.domingo@epa.gov.

  • October 18, 2008 -- San Antonio Fire Department's Health and Safety Fair. San Antonio, TX. 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Presentation of the interactive lead display on loan from Region 6 and the distribution of lead-based paint information. For further information contact Myrna Esquivel, Member of the San Antonio Lead Coalition, Myrna.Esquivel@sanantonio.gov.

  • October 19 - 31, 2008 -- General Outreach. Theo Avenue Baptist Church, San Antonio, TX. All day. Presentation of the interactive lead display on loan from Region 6 and the distribution of lead-based paint information. For further information contact Myrna Esquivel, Member of the San Antonio Lead Coalition, Myrna.Esquivel@sanantonio.gov.

  • October 23, 2008 -- General Outreach. Family Night from 6:00-8:00 pm. Bowie Elementary School, Ennis, TX. A Lead Poisoning Prevention Display will be set up to inform the parents of the 1st - 3rd grade students of Lead-Based Paint hazards. Brochures such as Renovate Right, Protect your Family, and Fight Lead Poisoning with a Healthy Diet will be distributed. For further information contact Donna Cooper, 214-665-2226, cooper.donnal@epa.gov.

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Region 7 (IA, MO, KS, NE)

Kansas

  • October 4, 2008 -- Silver City Days parade. 42nd and Strong St. in the Argentine District. Kansas City, KS. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Parade, exhibits and events. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 5, 2008 -- Educational Booth. Westridge Mall, Topeka, KS. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 9 - 13, 2008 -- Rotunda Display. State House, Topeka, KS. All day. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 11, 2008 -- Blood Lead Testing. Café Con Leche, 1243 N. Market, Witchita, KS. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 17, 2008 -- Blood Lead Testing. Wichita, Evergreen Head Start. Evergreen Recreation Center Community Room, 2700 N. Woodlawn, Wichita, KS. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 18, 2008 -- Health Fair. Evergreen Recreation Center Community Room, 2700 N. Woodlawn, Kansas City, KS. 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 25, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. The Topeka Zoo. Topeka, KS. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 31, 2008 -- Lead Outreach. Trick or Treat at the Argentine Community Center, Kansas City, KS. 5:30 – 7:30 pm. For children 6th grade and younger. For further information contact 1-866-865-3233 or visit www.unleadedks.com. Exit EPA Disclaimer

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Region 8 (CO, UT, MT, ND, SD, WY)

Colorado

  • October 7, 2008 -- Blood Lead Testing and Outreach. Family Star Montessori and Early Head Start, 2246 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO. 80211. 3:00 pm. Distribute and meet parents of daycare children. This is Meet the Nurse Day and also the children will be tested for lead. Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions and obtain EPA literature. For further information contact Victor Valadez, 303-312-6304, valadez.victor@epa.gov.

  • October 20 - 23, 2008 -- Lead Display. EPA Region 8, 999 18th St., First Level Atrium, Denver, CO. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Children Run Better Unleaded. Public outreach event consisting of tables of information about lead and its 'dark side.' For further information contact Victor Valadez, 303-312-6304, valadez.victor@epa.gov.

  • TBD -- Family Star Daycare Centre and other daycare center in Northwest Denver, North East Denver, CO Housing Organization. 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Screen children and pregnant women for lead poisoning using the filter paper technique. Results are sent to parents/guardians, Groundworks Denver and Northeast Denver Housing Center. For further information contact Clementine W. Pigford, 303-377-3334 Extension 238, cpigford@nedenverhousing.org.

North Dakota

  • Throughout October 2008 -- Indoor Air Quality Month Proclamation. North Dakota Statewide. Governor proclaims the month of October 2008 Indoor Air Quality Month with the week of October 26-31, 2008, Lead Awareness Week. For further information contact Sandi Washek, 701-328-5188, Swashek@nd.gov.

  • October 24, 2008 -- North Dakota Statewide. News release pertaining to basic LBP information. Also, will have a section pertaining to the new LBP renovation, remodeling regulations. For further information contact Sandi Washek, 701-328-5188, Swashek@nd.gov.

  • TBD -- Live Radio Talk Show. Dickinson, ND. Live talk show about lead-based paint, lead poisoning and renovation regulations. The North Dakota Department of Health will provide information to general public who call in to ask questions. For further information contact Sandi Washek, 701-328-5188, Swashek@nd.gov.

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Region 9 (AZ, CA, HI, American Samoa, Guam, NV)

California

  • October 1, 2008 -- Presentation. Hope Street Family Center. Leavy Hall, 2nd Floor, 1401 Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90015. 10:00 am. For further information contact Deborah Reff, 323-869-7089.

  • October 3, 4 and 6, 2008 -- Health Fair. Consulate General of Mexico. 2401 West 6th St., Los Angeles, CA 90057. 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. VII Bi-National Health Week - presentation to parents in Spanish. For further information contact Vanessa Calva, 213-351-6831.

  • October 8, 2008 -- Presentation. Children's Bureau of South Central. 3910 Oakwood Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004. 10:00 - 11:00 am. Presentation to parents in Spanish. For further information contact Deborah Reff, 323-869-7089.

  • October 11, 2008 -- Health Fair. Pueblo del Sol Community Service Center. 1300 Via Las Vegas, Los Angeles, CA 90033. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. For further information contact Mauricio Ibarra, 213-351-2112.

  • October 16, 2008 -- Walk-about. Fruitvale District, Oakland, CA. 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 17, 2008 -- Public Education Tabling Event. Economy Lumber, 750 High St., Oakland, CA. 7:30 am – 2:00 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 19, 2008 -- Health Fair. KV Mart, 10721 Atlantic Ave., Lynwood, CA 90262. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. For further information contact Teresa Blanco, 661-212-9580.

  • October 20, 2008 -- Super Mercado Los Mexicanos, 1244 High St., Oakland, CA. 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 21, 2008 -- Public Education Tabling Event. Home Depot, 4000 Alameda Ave., Oakland, CA. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 22, 2008 -- Drop-In Lead Museum. 3301 E-12th St., #271, Oakland, CA. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 22, 2008 -- Lead Classes. 3301 E-12th St., #271, Oakland, CA. 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Lead Poisoning and Your Family Classes, Spanish. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 22, 2008 -- Panel Discussion. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA. 2:45 - 5:00 pm. Eliminating Childhood Lead Poisoning in Indian Country. A panel session addresses the critical subject of "Eliminating Childhood Lead Poisoning in Indian Country" at the 16th annual EPA Region IX Tribal Environmental Conference. Panel members including representatives from five tribal governments (Graton Rancheria; Colorado River Indian Tribes; Fort Bidwell Indian Community; Hoopa Valley Tribe; Big Valley Rancheria), US Bureau of Indian Affairs and US Indian Health Service will address their respective efforts in eliminating childhood lead poisoning. More than 140 Indian tribal governments in Arizona, California and Nevada will receive information on the adverse health effects of lead and important tools to eliminate childhood lead poisoning in Indian Country. For further information contact, David Tomsovic, 415-972-3858, tomsovic.david@epa.gov, or visit www.epa.gov/region09/toxic/lead/.

  • October 23, 2008 -- Blood Lead Screening. 3301 E-12th St., #271, Oakland, CA. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Blood lead screening for children, drop-in museum and raffle. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 24, 2008 -- Building Official Training. Hayward, CA. 8:00 am - 12:30 pm. For further information contact Julie Twichell, Community Education Manager, 510-567-8252, julie.twichell@acgov.org.

  • October 25, 2008 -- Health Fair. Abbott Elementary School. 5260 East Clark St., Lynwood, CA 90262. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. VII Bi-National Health Week – Health Fair. For further information contact Mauricio Ibarra, 213-351-2112.

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Region 10 (OR, AK, ID, WA)

Idaho

  • October 17, 2008 -- News Release. Idaho Statewide. Statewide news release to promote lead awareness week and promote lead testing among his risk populations. For further information contact Kara Stevens, 208-332-7319, stevensk@dhw.idaho.gov.

  • October 19 – 25, 2008 -- Radio PSAs. Idaho Statewide. Four radio scripts will be distributed to stations around the state to promote lead testing among high risk populations. For further information contact Kara Stevens, 208-332-7319, stevensk@dhw.idaho.gov.

  • October 19 – 25, 2008 -- Mailing to paint stores. Idaho Statewide. Copies of the contractor's brochure will be distributed regarding lead safety during renovation in paint stores around the state and encourage them to display in their stores. For further information contact Kara Stevens, 208-332-7319, stevensk@dhw.idaho.gov.

  • October 24, 25 and 26, 2008 -- Lead Hazards Outreach Booth. Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, ID 83713. 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm, and 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, respectively. Boise Fall Home Expo. EPA in partnership with the Idaho Healthy Homes Network will have an outreach booth at the Expo to hand out literature and answer questions on the new Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and lead hazards. For further information contact Gary Hanes (for Idaho Healthy Homes Network), Russell Clausen (for EPA). Hanes: 208-384-4158x103, EPA: 206-553-1171, or e-mail ghanes@cityofboise.org or clausen.russell@epa.gov.

Oregon

  • Throughout October -- Is Your House Haunted by Lead Trick-or-Treat bag distribution. Distribution of Halloween/Harvest Celebration trick-or-treat bags with lead poisoning prevention message. Oregon Statewide. Bags will be distributed to families throughout the state by agencies and retail paint stores. Bags will also be available at events sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Program, the Children's Museum, and at the Lead-Safe Kids Fair. For further information contact Barbara R. Zeal, 971-673-0028, barbara.r.zeal@state.or.us, or visit www.healthoregon.org/lead. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 2, 2008 -- Blood Lead Testing. Baltazar Ortiz Community Center, 6736 NE Killingsworth, Portland, OR. 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Josiah Hill III Blood Lead Testing Clinic. Blood lead testing and resources to prevent lead poisoning. Donations for blood lead testing accepted. For further information contact Erin McNally, 503-334-9694, erin@jhillclinic.org, or visit www.jhillclinic.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 11, 2008 -- Community Action Energy Fair. Aloha High School, 18550 SW Kinnaman Road, Beaverton, OR. 9:30 am - 2:00 pm. Oregon Lead-Based Paint Program will provide information on how to work lead-safe when remodeling or repairing your home. Community Energy Project will be conducting a Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop and providing free prevention kits and home testing supplies for workshop participants. For further information contact Perry Cabot, 503-284-6827 x 107, lead@communityenergyproject.org, or visit www.healthoregon.org/lead Exit EPA Disclaimer or www.communityenergyproject.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 11, 2008 -- Healthy Living Fair. First Methodist Church, 1838 SW Jefferson, Portland, OR. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Healthy Living Fair presented by Rachel's Friends Breast Cancer Coalition, Josiah Hill III Blood Lead Testing Clinic. Blood lead testing and resources to prevent lead poisoning. Donations for blood lead testing accepted. For further information contact Erin McNally, 503-334-9694, erin@jhillclinic.org, or visit www.jhillclinic.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 14, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop. Grout Sun School, 3119 SE Holgate Blvd., Portland, OR. 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Community Energy Project's Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop. For further information contact Perry Cabot, 503-284-6827 x 107, lead@communityenergyproject.org, or visit www.healthoregon.org/lead Exit EPA Disclaimer or www.communityenergyproject.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 18, 2008 -- Wellness Village. Blazers Boys and Girls Club, 5250 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland, OR. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Josiah Hill III Blood Lead Testing Clinic. Blood lead testing and resources to prevent lead poisoning. Donations for blood lead testing accepted. For further information contact Erin McNally, 503-334-9694, erin@jhillclinic.org, or visit www.jhillclinic.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 21, 2008 -- Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop. Beaumont Sun School, 4043 NE Fremont, Portland, OR. 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Community Energy Project's Lead Poisoning Prevention Workshop. For further information contact Perry Cabot, 503-284-6827 x 107, lead@communityenergyproject.org, or visit www.healthoregon.org/lead Exit EPA Disclaimer or www.communityenergyproject.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

  • October 25, 2008 -- Lead-Safe Kids Fair. Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR. 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Lead-Safe Kids Fair presented by Josiah Hill III Clinic. Free family event. Activities include: lead-free toy giveaway, blood lead testing, kids activities, toy and dishware lead screening, lead prevention workshops, and information and resources on preventing lead poisoning. For further information contact Erin McNally, 503-334-9694, erin@jhillclinic.org, or visit www.jhillclinic.org. Exit EPA Disclaimer

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