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Summer Send-Off Barbeque
July 18, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm AKDT
This free, family-friendly celebration will bring the community together to mark the end of summer and the beginning of a new school year. Families and youth will enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, and connection, featuring:
-Free barbecue lunch for 300 people at both locations!
-Youth activities like bouncy houses, face painting, giant bubbles, and more
-Back-to-school giveaways
-Door prize raffles every 30 minutes
-Opportunities to meet local organizations supporting youth and families
Join us for delicious eats, fun for the entire family, and learn more about DFS — and the families we work with!
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