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The Gathering 2026 Brings Wellness, Nutrition and Community Resources to Lake City

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Clayton County families and community members are invited to attend The Gathering, an afternoon centered on wellness, nutrition education and community connection.


The event will take place on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Lake City Community Center. The Gathering brings together the Hand, Heart + Soul Project, Georgia Youth Career Center LLC, the City of Lake City and several community partners.


Clayton County families and community members are invited to attend The Gathering, an afternoon centered on wellness, nutrition education and community connection.  The event will take place on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Lake City Community Center. The Gathering brings together the Hand, Heart + Soul Project, Georgia Youth Career Center LLC, the City of Lake City and several community partners.  Event Details  * Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 * Time: 4:30–7:00 p.m. * Location: Lake City Community Center * Address: 5471 Jonesboro Road, Lake City, GA 30260  What to Expect at The Gathering  Attendees can participate in activities and connect with resources designed to support healthier families and stronger communities. The event will feature:  * Nutrition education * Produce distribution * Back-to-school restock opportunities * A community Resource Oasis * Live demonstrations * Wellness information * Community celebration and connection  Those interested in attending or reserving a produce box can register by visiting www.handheartsoulproject.org.  The Gathering is sponsored in part by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, United Way of Greater Atlanta and PodofinED Atlanta, with support from several additional community organizations.  Anyone requiring assistive devices, services or other accommodations should contact grantsteam@handheartsoulproject.org as soon as possible for assistance.  The Gathering offers Clayton County residents an opportunity to access helpful resources, learn more about nutrition and wellness, prepare for the school year and spend time connecting with the Lake City community.  📸 Attending The Gathering? Share your favorite photos and community moments in the Best of Clayton County Community Gallery. Visit and participate at www.bestofclaytoncounty.com/bethebestgallery.  ❤️ Love Clayton County? Show your community pride by visiting our shop at www.bestofclaytoncounty.com/shop.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, August 28, 2026

  • Time: 4:30–7:00 p.m.

  • Location: Lake City Community Center

  • Address: 5471 Jonesboro Road, Lake City, GA 30260


What to Expect at The Gathering

Attendees can participate in activities and connect with resources designed to support healthier families and stronger communities.


The event will feature:

  • Nutrition education

  • Produce distribution

  • Back-to-school restock opportunities

  • A community Resource Oasis

  • Live demonstrations

  • Wellness information

  • Community celebration and connection


Those interested in attending or reserving a produce box can register by visiting www.handheartsoulproject.org.


The Gathering is sponsored in part by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, United Way of Greater Atlanta and PodofinED Atlanta, with support from several additional community organizations.


Anyone requiring assistive devices, services or other accommodations should contact grantsteam@handheartsoulproject.org as soon as possible for assistance.


The Gathering offers Clayton County residents an opportunity to access helpful resources, learn more about nutrition and wellness, prepare for the school year and spend time connecting with the Lake City community.


📸 Attending The Gathering? Share your favorite photos and community moments in the Best of Clayton County Community Gallery.



❤️ Love Clayton County? Show your community pride by visiting our shop at www.bestofclaytoncounty.com/shop.

 
 
 

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