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Bridgeport Hosts Back-To-School Events This Weekend
Free school supplies, books, games and activities are planned for local students and families at the two events.
BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport students and families can attend two free back-to-school events Saturday, Aug. 15, including a backpack giveaway and an education and literacy fair.
The city's annual Backpack Giveaway will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center, 999 Broad St.
Free backpacks will be available to Bridgeport students while supplies last. Students must be present to receive a backpack, and proof of Bridgeport residency is required. There is a limit of one backpack per child.
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The giveaway is supported by city departments, community organizations, businesses and sponsors.
The Bridgeport Public Library will also hold an Education & Literacy Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Burroughs-Saden Main Library, 925 Broad St.
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The fair will include free books, games, prizes, activities and a food truck. The entrance will be marked by balloons on State Street.
The two events are being held within walking distance of each other on Broad Street.
— Flyers from City of Bridgeport
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