Bert Wood Youth and Athletic Complex in Cedartown is playing host to the annual Youth Summerfest/Christmas in July event happening this Saturday starting at 11 a.m.

The annual event helping out youth in need in the community with school supplies, food, clothing and even haircuts for those who need them will see organizers and volunteers come together on Thursday evening ahead of the event for a packing party to ensure that all of the supplies are ready to go for Saturday morning.

Organizers request anyone with questions or who wants to help contact Courtney Ripoll at 770-689-7838.

Free school supplies, clothing, and food are all available during this drive-thru-only event for the annual Youth Summerfest/Christmas in July scheduled for July 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bert Wood Youth and Athletic Center at 605 Lynton Drive, Cedartown.

Additionally, free haircuts are planned for this year as well for all participating youth.

The event provides these items for children from Pre-K to 12th grade only. Sack lunches will also be provided to participants on the day of the event.

Social distancing will be observed during the event, and participating volunteers will be required to wear a mask.

Clothing will be available in the Bert Wood cabin.

The annual event is a combined effort of the Youth Summerfest/Church Olympics committee and Stockings of Love Ministry, who have partnered together in recent years to ensure youth get items they need before the start of the school year.