The 'Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair' is headed to the Kern County Fairgrounds Thursday to connect families with resources to start the school year off on the right foot.
The Kern County Department of Child Support Services is set to give away 4,000 free backpacks stuffed with school supplies to kids who attend the event with their families. In addition, there will be more than 75 community partners hosting a wellness fair, offering an assortment of services to families.
The 'Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair' is being held from 9 a.m. to Noon. It is free and with everyone invited to attend. Backpacks will be given away on a first come, first serve basis. Children must be present to receive a backpack.
WHAT: Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair Presented by the Kern County Department of Child Support Services
WHERE: Kern County Fairgrounds 1142 S. P Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307
WHEN: Thursday, August 9, 2010 from 9 AM to 12 Noon
PRICE: Free to the Public Free Backpacks for Children ages PreK-12th grade* *While Supplies last. Child must be present to receive a backpack.
