Fatherhood Educational Institute (FEI) Supports Maryville Free Parent Resource Fair

							For Immediate Release


          Fatherhood Educational Institute (FEI) Supports
                Maryville Free Parent Resource Fair

Chicago, March 23, 2011 – The Fatherhood Educational Institute (http://fatherhood-
edu.org) will sponsor a resource station at the 5th Annual Maryville “Parent
Resource Fair” on Saturday, April 9 from 11:00am to 3:00 pm at Merrimac Park in
Chicago for parents, families and caregivers.


This free event has grown to over 20 presenters and the entire community is invited
to attend. The mission of the event is to promote awareness of the many different
programs that are available for children and families. This Parent Resource Fair is a
way of encouraging members of the community to make well-informed and healthy
parenting choices.   A wide range of local agencies will be present to discuss their
parenting tools and health related resources.


"Becoming a parent can be a challenging as well as rewarding experience and this
event is a valuable opportunity for parents to get their questions answered, to
discover helpful resources and share valuable bonding time with their families,” said
Jeffery Leving, President Emeritus of FEI.


The Parent Resource Fair coincides with the National Child Abuse Prevention Month,
designated by The Office on Child Abuse and Neglect (OCAN) of the U.S. Children's Bureau.
It is FEI’s goal to provide parents with support and information about the variety of
community resources available to help them be the best parents they can be and
safeguard the welfare and future of their children.     There will be free games and
prizes for children and their families. Lunch and refreshments will also be provided.


When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


Where: Merrimac Park - 6343 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60634


For more information, contact Jennifer Whiteside at 312-296-3666.


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