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Junction City welcomed nearly 50 friends and family on Saturday, June 22, for a barbecue and information resource fair. and their loved ones joined in the festivities, which included music, an art show, a photo booth and a meet and greet with families and OSH leadership.

Participants also enjoyed activities and information tables hosted by a variety of hospital departments and community partner organizations, which included White Bird Clinic, St. Vincent de Paul, and WorkSource Lane. Community partners had the opportunity to tour the hospital before they set up their displays.

While the gymnasium was filled with interesting conversations and decorative art, guests, and staff also gathered outside in the quad to enjoy a barbecue in the sunny, 75-degree weather.

Families were greeted by blooming flowers in the quads and green house as they toured the hospital. Some accompanied their families on the tours, describing what they did in each space and pointing out where certain treatments were provided.

OSH Deputy Director Kerry Kelly said the event offered “a chance for clients to share their hospital experience with their families, while providing family members a personal look into the support and treatment their loved ones are receiving.”