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Scott County Health Department hosting community baby shower

By Sharon Wren,

11 hours ago

The Scott County Health Department’s Healthy Pregnancy Coalition is hosting a community baby shower on Saturday, August 15 from 1 – 3 p.m. at the TMBC Lincoln Center, 318 E. 7th Street in Davenport. The baby shower is free for new and expecting families.

Families can learn more about local programs and services in the community at the event, play games and enter to win door prizes. Click here or call the Scott County Health Department at 563-326-8618 with questions.

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