Enfield area event to welcome back students
The Elevate WeHa Back to School Bash will take place this August, aiming to welcome youth from throughout the Hartford and Enfield area to a new school year.
The event is a collaboration between RiseUP, the West Hartford Prevention Partnership, and area schools and nonprofit organizations. It will feature live music and DJ performances showcasing an array of local talent, as well as live mural painting, where visitors can watch artists at work or contribute themselves. There will also be a screen printing station to help create custom shirts or tote bags, which may inspire trips to local print shops or craft stores afterwards.
The Bash will include free giveaways of school supplies and other must-haves. Local community partners will have information booths about their missions and services, with an emphasis on physical and mental wellness. Guests can expect to see commercial vendors, snack carts, interactive games, and more. The event is intended for teens, family members, teachers, and community members from West Hartford, as well as nearby areas like Enfield and East Windsor. The Elevate WeHa group describes itself as:
The Elevate WeHa Back to School Bash will take place at Blue Back Square in West Hartford on the afternoon of August 23, and is free to attend.
The event is a collaboration between RiseUP, the West Hartford Prevention Partnership, and area schools and nonprofit organizations. It will feature live music and DJ performances showcasing an array of local talent, as well as live mural painting, where visitors can watch artists at work or contribute themselves. There will also be a screen printing station to help create custom shirts or tote bags, which may inspire trips to local print shops or craft stores afterwards.
The Bash will include free giveaways of school supplies and other must-haves. Local community partners will have information booths about their missions and services, with an emphasis on physical and mental wellness. Guests can expect to see commercial vendors, snack carts, interactive games, and more. The event is intended for teens, family members, teachers, and community members from West Hartford, as well as nearby areas like Enfield and East Windsor. The Elevate WeHa group describes itself as:
“…a community-driven platform that brings together youth, art, and wellness to empower the next generation.”
The Elevate WeHa Back to School Bash will take place at Blue Back Square in West Hartford on the afternoon of August 23, and is free to attend.