Volunteers are requested to come take part in an organizing meeting next weekend on June 19 for the upcoming event that ensures youth in need head back to school with supplies they need and looking good when they head into the classroom for the start of the 2021-22 academic year.

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

Volunteers are being requested to take part in the next organizing meeting at Bert Wood Youth and Athletic Center on June 19 at 9 a.m. Planning for the upcoming event continues, and those interested in participating can contact Courtney Ripoll at 770-689-7838.

Additionally, volunteers will also be needed for the pre-packing event planned for July 29 in the Bert Wood gymnasium starting at 6 p.m.