Heather Park Apartments: March 2015

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Medicine Drop scheduled in Garner

The Garner Police Department is hosting a medication take-back event on Saturday, March 21st, from 9am-Noon at Town Hall, 900 Seventh Ave. (Building B in the Council Chambers) This service is free, anonymous and no questions will be asked.

By providing safe and secure ways for people to get rid of unwanted prescription and over-the-counter prescriptions, Operation Medicine Drop helps prevent accidental poisoning and drug abuse while also protecting our waters. This take-back event coincides with National Poison Prevention week, which runs from March 15-21. For more information about properly disposing of unused medications, check out the FDA website.

More information about Operation Medicine Drop can be found at NC Safe Kids or by calling Sgt. Chris Adams (919) 773-6072.

Eggsatravaganza Coming Up March 28th!

SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!

Celebrate with the Town of Garner at their annual spring Eggstravaganza.

There will be activities for kids of all ages at this free event on

Saturday, March 28th, from 10am - 1pm at Lake Benson Park.

This years event will feature a magician with live animals, music, games, inflatables, crafts and more! Visit one of the food vendors to purchase treats like hot dogs and Italian ices.

Be sure to take your camera to have a picture taken with the Easter Bunny before the egg hunts begin PROMPTLY at noon.

Lake Benson Park is located at 921 Buffaloe Road in Garner.

Please, no pets allowed during this event. Volunteering opportunities are available.

For more information about this event or to volunteer, please contact Kendrick Mayes at kmayes@garnernc.gov or (919) 773-4441.