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The third annual Fun & Fitness Expo at New College of Florida "shows that there's more to healthy living than annual checkups," the college has announced. The Feb. 6 event, which is open to the public, will feature community groups and busi- nesses demonstrating aspects of a positive lifestyle, including acupuncture, massage, yoga and devices for "green" living, a news release explains. "The hope is to promote lasting and meaningful connections within the community, as reflected in the mission of New College," said Erin Robinson, associate director of the Counseling and Wellness Center at New College and an organizer of the expo, in the release. Among the activities will be rock wall climb- ing, henna painting and the chance to interact with animals from the Humane Society of Sarasota County, Cat Depot, Sarasota County Animal Rescue and Big Cat Habitat, the release notes. New College bands and mem- bers of the college's dance and athletic clubs also will perform. Manatee Technical Institute students again will provide free haircuts and manicures, the release continues. Additionally, attendees will be able to donate blood and be tested for poten- tial bone marrow matches for cancer patients. During the event, organizers will give away prizes including local gym memberships, a scuba lesson and a hotel stay, the release adds. NEW COLLEGE TO HOLD ITS THIRD ANNUAL FUN & FITNESS EXPO New College of Florida will host its third Fun & Fitness Expo on Feb. 6. Photo courtesy New College Sarasota News Leader January 31, 2014 Page 73