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We Heart Deer Park 2019

We Heart Deer Park held a wonderful event, August 26th, for the kids and families of Deer Park.  

The fair boasted of about 25 booths, which included sports, dental, and vision screening stalls, as well as a dedicated area for kids to have fun. Behind the scenes 125-150 backpacks full of school supplies were given to kids in need.  

This event has grown a little each year, and the organizations involved are more and more excited to continue participating in it. 

For more info go to weheartdeerpark.com

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