Thursday, August 1, 2019

Beacon's 50+ Expo - In MoCo October 6

Whatever your age the Beacon's 50+ Expo is the event to connect with resources and learn what news for older adults.

Sunday, Oct. 6, from noon to 4 p.m. 
Silver Spring Civic Building
1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, Md. 

This year is a milestone, the 20th - 50+ Expo and The Beacon newspaper expects to attract thousands of attendees to its two Expos — free, annual events featuring speakers and exercise demonstrations, health screenings, flu shots, informative resources and entertainment for older adults and their families. 

The keynote speaker will be Dr. Matthew Mintz, a board-certified internist and Washingtonian Top Doctor, who will address the issue that has everyone abuzz: “Medical cannabis and CBD oil: What you need to know.” 

This year’s events will take place at two locations this fall: On Sunday, Sept. 22, from noon to 4 p.m., at Springfield Town Center in Springfield, Va., 
and 
In Montgomery County
On Sunday, Oct. 6, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Silver Spring Civic Building in downtown Silver Spring, Md. 

Dozens of informative exhibitors — including government agencies, nonprofits and local businesses — will provide giveaways and helpful information, answering questions about retirement communities, home remodeling, financial planning, healthcare, travel, fitness, senior services and more. 

For more information — or to sponsor, exhibit or volunteer at either Expo — call (301) 949-9766 or visit www.theBeaconNewspapers.com/50-expos.