31-07-2025
San Angelo READS, pop-up event happening Friday
The second annual San Angelo READS! and United We Read Back-to-School Pop-Up event is happening Friday with free gear to get your kids ready for the year.
The family-friendly event with more than 70 community partners is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at CRC Roofers Coliseum, 50 E. 43rd St.
There will be free school supplies and backpacks, books, food and Kona shaved ice for the first 300 kids. There will also be free services, games, activities and giveaways for all ages.
There will be vision screenings for children and adults as well as an immunization clinic.
Helpers will be on-site to help with registration for the 2025-2026 school year.
There will be visits from Clifford the Big Red Dog, H-E-Buddy, Whataguy and other local celebrities, according to a news release.
"Last year, more than 1,000 people joined us, and we're excited to make this year's event even bigger and better," the release stated. "This event is powered by generous local partners who are donating supplies, services, and their time to support students across San Angelo. We're grateful for their commitment to ensuring every child has the tools and support they need for a successful school year."
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This article originally appeared on San Angelo Standard-Times: San Angelo READS event giving away school supplies, food, more
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