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Three Free Back to School Events This Weekend

Chicago Heights Patch knows of three awesome events that will make the return to school easier on mom and dad's wallet.

As we make our way through the home stretch of summer break and school days bring the school daze we're so used to, shopping for art supplies and sitting in barber shop lines can be a hassle.

Let's try and make the process a little easier and get it all done in one fun festival-filled day. Aug. 6 is filled with back-to-school events designed to be easy for parents and cool for kids.

Hit up one (or all three) of these local spots to stock up on education easing things.

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Where: Parking Lot, 1601 Chicago Rd, Chicago Heights

When: Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Don't miss out on an opportunity to prep your kids for the next school year. Chicago Heights City Council and Cornerstone Community Church will be providing school supplies, as well as haircuts and physicals for school-aged kids.

Where: , 1439 Emerald Ave

When: Aug. 6 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Not too far from City Hall, respond now is offering up plenty to do at their back to school festival. Along with giving away 300 backpacks and a ton of haircuts, the nonprofit organization will have a dunk tank, a bounce house, pony rides, hot dogs and hamburgers.

Where: , 20301 Western Ave, Olympia Fields

When: Aug. 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The church will be having a backpack giveaway, along with a Bible story and music by Amperage. This is all free but potential guests are asked to register at by calling 708-481-5928.


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