Mayor's Health Task Force of Lawrence

Our SALSA Festival is coming soon!
Join us at the O’Connell South Common on Saturday, June 6 from 11:00am – 2:00pm for trolley rides, games, face painting, food, community resources, and lots of fun!
Bring your family, friends!

¡Nuestro Festival SALSA ya casi esta aqui!
Acompáñanos en O’Connell South Common el sábado 6 de junio de 11:00am -2:00pm para disfrutar de paseos en tranvía, juegos, pinta caritas, comida, recursos comunitarios ¡y mucha diversión!
¡Trae a tu familia y amigos!

Proud of Elecia Miller and our collaboration with Lawrence Sports Alliance

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Last week, Elecia Miller of the Mayor's Health Task Force of Lawrence represented the City and the Lawrence Sports Alliance (LSA) on the "Rise Up MASS" panel at Aspen Institute Sports & Society Project Play Summit, alongside 875 youth sports advocates, nonprofit leaders, and others. She brought great insight and energy to the panel discussion.

Why are we rising? Collaboration.

Elecia shared how powerful it can be when organizations start building together. She highlighted opportunities created through partnerships between LSA, its member sports groups, the City's Healthy Active Living Workgroup, and the Lawrence Recreation Department. For this panel, she spotlighted efforts making a real difference on the ground, including "Champion Her Game," that's improving sports access and equity for girls across Lawrence, and how Mass in Motion through Safe Routes to Schools is helping kids not only get to school safely, but also reach parks, fields, and recreational spaces in their neighborhoods!

One of our favorite takeaways: when the right people are at the table, and we align our skills with our shared passions, we can accomplish so much more together. And yes, she had a room of 100+ people laughing while delivering that message, too. 😄

Thank you, Elecia, for representing the City and LSA so well! 💙⚽🏀🏈⚾🎾🏐🏉🎱🏓🏸🥊🏆

Choosing healthier drinks is one way to cut down on added sugar in your diet. Water is a great choice. Share some of your favorite go-to healthy beverages in the comments and learn how to . https://bit.ly/4iubpEl

Elegir bebidas más saludables es una forma de reducir el azúcar añadida en tu dieta. El agua es una excelente opción. Comparte en los comentarios algunas de tus bebidas saludables favoritas y aprende cómo . [https://bit.ly/4iubpEl](https://bit.ly/4iubpEl)

Rethink Your Drink Sugary drinks are the leading source of added sugars in the U.S. See tricks to rethink your drink.

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your fitness routine! 🌸 Longer days and warmer weather make it easier to get outside and stay physically active. Set a new goal, try a new activity, and make movement part of your routine. https://bit.ly/44HiP1j ! ¡La primavera es el momento perfecto para renovar tu rutina de ejercicio! 🌸 Los días más largos y el clima más cálido hacen que sea más fácil salir al aire libre y mantenerse físicamente activo. Establece una nueva meta, prueba una nueva actividad y haz del movimiento parte de tu rutina. https://bit.ly/44HiP1j

Adding Physical Activity as an Adult Learn ways adults can add physical activity to their lives.

A look back at our past *Salud Mental* event with Dra. Alexandra Hichez

This moment reminds us that mental health awareness is not just for one day or one event. It’s something we should continue to talk about, learn about, and support every day.

Let’s keep the conversation going, check in on one another, and continue building a community that supports mental wellness.



Un repaso a nuestro evento anterior *Salud Mental* con la Dra. Alexandra Hichez.

Este momento nos recuerda que la concientización sobre la salud mental no es solo para un día o un evento. Es algo de lo que debemos seguir hablando, aprendiendo y apoyando a diario.

Sigamos conversando, manteniéndonos al día y construyendo una comunidad que apoya el bienestar mental.

Power up your plate with vibrant, nutritious foods. From leafy greens to juicy berries, every color brings unique benefits for your health. 🥬🫐 Celebrate nutrition in March with these healthy eating tips: https://bit.ly/4fqazH6

Llena tu plato con alimentos coloridos y nutritivos. Desde verduras verdes hasta bayas jugosas, cada color ayuda a tu salud. 🥬🫐
Celebra la nutrición en marzo con estos consejos para comer saludable: https://bit.ly/4fqazH6

Healthy Eating Tips Quick and easy tips on how to increase dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin D, and potassium.

MHTF in attendance at a meaningful session where residents, advocates and stakeholders shared experiences and barriers to fair housing

Delayed post- ❤️👕 Wear Red Day 2026 👕❤️
Our team wore red today to support women’s heart health and raise awareness about heart disease—the leading cause of death in women.