You want some fun and food to help your mental health, Bring It On.

North Okanagan residents have an opportunity to come together, have a good time, and create awareness about mental health with two special events Thursday, May 8, as part of Mental Health Week.

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Event No. 1 is CMHA's annual Block Part from 12 to 2 p.m. in front of the Museum and Archives of Vernon. The party includes booths highlighting local organizations. Hamburgers will be available by donation, and The Shades will provide live music.

Everyone is invited.

Event No. 2 is indoors and requires a big screen.

CMHA is the charity of choice for Watkin Motors Ford Presents Thankful Thursday at the Vernon Towne Theatre May 8 at 6:30 p.m.

The film is the cult classic Bring It On, and 100 per cent of the box office profits from the screening will go directly to CMHA Vernon. Purchase your tickets at

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For more information about CMHA services and programs, visit .