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Free Book Bags Available In West Hartford Sunday

Concerned Parents of Color of West Hartford is hosting its annual back-to-school distribution event at West Hartford Town Hall.

WEST HARTFORD, CT — With the first day of school fast approaching (Wednesday, Aug. 28), one local organization is working to ensure children are prepared to attend.

Concerned Parents of Color of West Hartford is hosting its annual "Community Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway" on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The distribution will be at the side entrance of West Hartford Town Hall by the auditorium, 50 S. Main St.

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"Get your book bag and school supplies while supplies last. All students are welcome," wrote the organization.

Donations are welcome via PayPal ConcernedParentsOfColorWH@gmail.com, Venmo: CPCWH, and CashApp: CPCWH. For more information, email ConcernedParentsofColorWH@gmail.com.

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