Healthy Birth Healthy Baby Birth Expo

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Healthy Birth Healthy Baby Birth Expo! This year, the Expo will take place on Saturday, September 23 from 10am-2pm at the Carver Recreation Center (233 4th St NW, Charlottesville VA 22903).  



First held over a decade ago, the Birth Expo shines a spotlight on all the wonderful organizations around Charlottesville serving pregnant people and their babies! Expo attendees will have the opportunity to: 

• Connect with over 20+ local agencies 
• Listen to guest presentations  
• Enjoy free refreshments 
• Take pictures in the photo booth 
• Win door prizes 
• And more! 

Admission is free and everyone is welcome. If you’re interested in donating door prizes or volunteering at the expo, fill out this form. Email healthybirthhealthybabyexpo@gmail.com with any questions.

September is National Preparedness Month

This month, the Ready Campaign’s 2023 National Preparedness Month theme is “Take Control in 1, 2, 3”. The campaign will focus on preparing older adults for disasters, specifically those in communities that are disproportionally impacted by emergencies.

Older adults face greater risks when it comes to a multitude of extreme weather events and emergencies, especially if they are living alone, are low-income, have a disability, or live in rural areas.

Anyone working with and supporting older adult communities can access the new webpage available in English and Spanish. For more information on preparing with disabilities visit Ready.gov/disability or Ready.gov/es/discapacidad in Spanish. 

Safe Sleep in Fluvanna County

The Fluvanna County Health Department will be hosting another Free Portable Crib Distribution event on Friday, September 22 from 4:00- 6:00 PM. 



Portable cribs are designed for babies less than a year old and under 30 lbs. A brief 15-minute information session is required to receive a crib and will be offered every half hour between 4:00-6:00 PM. Parents, grandparents, other family members, and guardians of eligible children are welcome. 

Income guidelines apply- WIC, SNAP, TANF, SSI, and Medicaid recipients qualify. Supplies are limited- you must register by phone to reserve a crib. Call the Louisa County Health Department at 540-967-3703 to reserve yours! 

Tobacco Cessation Class

While the journey to get there is often challenging, quitting tobacco reduces stress in the long-term and helps improve overall health outcomes. Join the Quit Nicotine/Smoking Blue Ridge program for free. Attend virtual classes once a week for 6 weeks to learn more about how you can quit using tobacco and nicotine products successfully! These groups are informative and supportive, and can help you successfully quit smoking or using tobacco and nicotine products.  

Register in advance by emailing facilitator Scott Mein or calling 862-432-0490. 

REFUGE Film Screening

Join the International Rescue Committee for an exciting film screening of REFUGE on Wednesday, September 13 from 6:30-9:00 PM at the Vinegar Hill Theatre (220 W Market St, Charlottesville 22902).

Immerse yourself in a powerful film that explores themes of hope, resilience, and human connection. REFUGE is set in the most diverse square mile in America - Clarkston, Georgia - and follows the formation of an unlikely friendship between a Syrian Kurd and a former Klansman.

Following the screening, there will be an in-depth discussion and Q&A session with REFUGE Director/Producer Din Blankenship, moderated by Selena Cozart. Tickets are free and can be found on EventBrite.