Saturday, July 31
Pride of Rural Virginia – Martinsville/Henry County invites all LGBTQIA+ members, allies, and healthcare providers living and working in Martinsville/Henry County to join for an interactive discussion on healthcare experiences, concerns and community resources at the New College Institute, 191 Fayette St., Martinsville. From 10 a.m. to noon.
Monday, Aug. 2
Applicants will be accepted for the next term of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program (PTA) at Patrick & Henry Community College. Space is limited and the application process is competitive and rigorous. To apply, students should go to https://www.patrickhenry.edu/health-careers-2/1751-physical-therapist-assistant. On this page, interested students can download the application packet to review the steps for eligibility and submit the electronic application.
The application period ends Friday, August 6, at 5 p.m.
For questions about the application process, email Amber Shelton at ashelton@patrickhenry.edu.
Thursday, Aug. 5
The Henry County School Board will hold its monthly meeting at 9 a.m., followed by closed session, in the Summerlin Room on the 1st Floor of the Henry County Administration Building in Collinsville.
Friday, Aug. 6
First Friday, 3 to 6 p.m. at the Heritage Center & Museum, 1 E. Main St., Martinsville.
Saturday, Aug. 14
The Smith River Mile will become the UpTown Martinsville Mile. Same distance. New name. New course, at 7 p.m. The Uptown Martinsville Mile is a salute to the historical allure of the one-mile run. This race will not be run on a standard 400-meter track but rather at a unique venue. The UpTown Martinsville Mile will be run in historic UpTown Martinsville. Course is two laps around the central business district. All on mostly level city streets. Race will be run in multiple small heats to facilitate social distancing. COVID-19 precautions will be observed. Liquid refreshments and awards to follow.
ONGOING
MHC Coalition for Health and Wellness offers “no contact” application assistance for Virginia’s free or low-cost MEDICAID plans for Virginians under 65, who meet income requirements. For questions or to apply, call or text Ann Walker at (276) 732-0509.
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