Wednesday, September 25, 2002

Baby Fair at Emory Peachtree

For all parents, soon-to-be parents, grandparents and beautiful babies, Emory Peachtree Regional Hospital is hosting a Baby Fair this Saturday from 1-4 p.m.

"The Emory Peachtree Regional Hospital Baby Fair has taken on a life of its own," said marketing and public relations director Vicki Kaiser. "We have over 50 local businesses attending. We will be hosting a Baby Beauty Pageant and a Diaper Derby as part of this day of family fun."

To register for Baby Beauty Pageant, call 770-304-4243. The entrant must have been born at Emory Peachtree Regional Hospital and be under 2 years of age.

What can new and expecting parents expect to find? "Businesses and agencies will be exhibiting anything and everything that is related to baby and new mommies," said Kaiser. "Big retailers such as Goody's, Target and Party City as well as local florists, infant apparel shops, photographers and many other types of businesses will be on site displaying their maternity and baby-related products and services."

For families with older children, there will be a moonwalk, clowns, face painting, balloon art, as well as giveaways, door prizes and free carnival food, like cotton candy, Kaiser said.

The Emory Peachtree Regional Hospital Baby Fair is free to both exhibitors and the public. The rain date is Oct. 12.

For more information call 770-304-4243 or visit www.emorypeachtree.com.