There are a number of agencies and organizations having “back to school bashes” for school supplies over the next few weeks. A few of them are highlighted below. A full list is available at the SLAC office or can be mailed to you upon request.
• Prien Lake Mall, Lake Charles, in the Sear’s Court area. August 5th, from 11am-1pm. Sponsored by Amerigroup.
• Allen August Multipurpose Center, 2001 Moeling Street in Lake Charles. Agust 5th, from 10am-12pm (noon). SPonsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and One Weak Too Strong Ministries.
• Pryce-Miller Recreation Center, 216 Albert Street in Lake Charles. August 5th, from 1am - 11am. Aponsored by REACH. An adult must accompany all children.
• Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibition Hall. Augsut 11th, from 10am-2pm. Sponsored by KZWA and Billy Navarre Chevrolet.
THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION:
• In DeRidder, BeauCare will accept applications in August. Call 337.462.2273. Applications available at 628 High School Drive in DeRidder.
• In Sulphur, CARE=HELP of Sulphur is accepting applications in July. Must provide proof of Sulphur residence and proof of income. Applications taken from 9am-1pm and 2pm-4pm Monday through Friday. Apply at 112 E. Thomas St. Call 337.287.4793.
• Families Helping Families provides school supplies for special needs children. Mus pre-register and meet other requirements. Call 37.436.2570 or 800.894.6558 for details. Parents must attend one (1) school supply workshop and privude IEP less than one year old.
• In Vinton, August 5th, from 9am-2pm. 1615 Horridge Street, Vinton. Must register at 337.764.6874.
