OGDENSBURG -- State Senator Patty Ritchie is encouraging seniors throughout St. Lawrence County and her district to attend one of her annual Senior Health and Wellness Fairs.

The St. Lawrence County fair will be held Tuesday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Richard Lockwood Civic Center, 141 W River St.

The free events – co-hosted by the Fort Drum Regional Health Planning Organization (FDRHPO) -- will feature various exhibitors offering health screenings, wellness tips, flu shots (available with your Medicare or insurance ID), live entertainment and more. In addition, attendees will also receive a free lunch prepared by local BOCES students.

“The key to a long, healthy life is being proactive and knowing what steps you can take to improve your well-being as you age,” said Senator Patty Ritchie. “Through these annual events, our region’s aging population will be able to speak with providers, receive screenings and tap into wellness resources. I’m looking forward to welcoming seniors to these free events, and providing them with opportunities to improve their health.”

In addition to exhibitors, each fair will offer attendees an opportunity to safely dispose of expired or unwanted prescription drugs. There will also be free or reduced transportation to and from each event. Specific details on the times and routes will be released in the coming weeks.

Other fairs are scheduled in Jefferson and Oswego counties.

For more information on the fairs and to pre-register for the event, please visit Senator Ritchie’s website at www.ritchie.nysenate.gov or call 315-782-3418.