Back to School Project Backpack
Hillside Public Library Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
Join us on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hillside Public Library, 405 North Hillside Avenue, Hillside, IL, for a fun-filled Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair!
Families are invited to enjoy a morning of free activities, school readiness resources, and community services.
Event Highlights:
- Free backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last)
- Kona Ice
- Free haircuts
- Lotería for the whole family
- Free snack bags (while supplies last)
- Scavenger hunt
- Rubber ducky activities
- Arts and crafts
- Hillside Public Library information table featuring programs and services
- Employment opportunities with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
- Illinois JobLink information and job search assistance
Whether you're preparing for the new school year, looking for employment opportunities, or simply looking for a fun family event, there's something for everyone. We look forward to seeing you on August 8th!
Hillside Public Library405 N Hillside Ave
Hillside, IL 60162-1215
Sat, August 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location Hillside Public Library
405 N Hillside Ave
Hillside, IL 60162-1215
Website
http://www.hillsidelibrary.org...
DescriptionHillside Public Library Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
Join us on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hillside Public Library, 405 North Hillside Avenue, Hillside, IL, for a fun-filled Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair!
Families are invited to enjoy a morning of free activities, school readiness resources, and community services.
Event Highlights:
- Free backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last)
- Kona Ice
- Free haircuts
- Lotería for the whole family
- Free snack bags (while supplies last)
- Scavenger hunt
- Rubber ducky activities
- Arts and crafts
- Hillside Public Library information table featuring programs and services
- Employment opportunities with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
- Illinois JobLink information and job search assistance
Whether you're preparing for the new school year, looking for employment opportunities, or simply looking for a fun family event, there's something for everyone. We look forward to seeing you on August 8th!
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After-School Program Staff Administrator General Public Mentor Parent Community Organization Student/Learner Teacher/Education Specialist Employer Job Seeker Laid Off Worker Mature Worker Person with a Disability Re-Entry Person Veteran Entrepreneur Volunteer Grantee Employee Business Apprenticeship LGBTQ+ Youth Workforce Partner Immigrant
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Back to School Project Backpack
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Hillside Public Library
Sat, August 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
405 N Hillside Ave
Hillside, IL 60162-1215
Hillside Public Library Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
Join us on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hillside Public Library, 405 North Hillside Avenue, Hillside, IL, for a fun-filled Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair!
Families are invited to enjoy a morning of free activities, school readiness resources, and community services.
Event Highlights:
- Free backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last)
- Kona Ice
- Free haircuts
- Lotería for the whole family
- Free snack bags (while supplies last)
- Scavenger hunt
- Rubber ducky activities
- Arts and crafts
- Hillside Public Library information table featuring programs and services
- Employment opportunities with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
- Illinois JobLink information and job search assistance
Whether you're preparing for the new school year, looking for employment opportunities, or simply looking for a fun family event, there's something for everyone. We look forward to seeing you on August 8th!
Hillside Public Library405 N Hillside Ave
Hillside, IL 60162-1215