Submitted by event organizers

A mental health First Aid class will be held at 9 a.m., July 28 at the Paideia School, 265 Price St. in Friday Harbor. This class normally cost $150, but this class will be offered for free or for a small $20 donation to cover books.

Representatives from Consumer Voices are Born, Diana Porter, and the Family Resource Center, Ashley Strutz, will facilitate the class and it is hosted by Christ the King Church.

You are more likely to encounter someone in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Learn how to help a friend, family member, coworker or neighbor in need. For more information, email porterd@cvab.org and visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org.