Those who want to help out with the 23rd Youth Summerfest/Christmas in July back-to-school donation event coming up are needed at two upcoming meetings for the committee who organizes the event annually.

The two big important meetings coming up are set for July 10 and July 24 at Bert Wood Youth and Athletic Complex (Northwest Park) starting at 9 a.m. for both dates.

Anyone who wants to volunteer must come to these meetings, and organizers request anyone with questions or who want 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.