Two area groups will be helping parents and students prepare for the start of traditional-calendar schools by giving away school supplies, clothing and book bags this Saturday, Aug. 20.
The congregation at Olive Branch Baptist Church will give away the school supplies and clothes between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. The church is at 326 East Juniper Avenue. If you need more information, email Freda Hall at info@olivebranch-baptist.com.
Starting a little later, at 11 a.m., Hope House Inc. at 334 North Allen Road, will give away book bags filled with school supplies. There will also be games, food, music and fun. Children do need to be present to receive their book bags.
For more information, contact Norma J. Bennekin at 919-556-8730 or normaben@yahoo.com.
