The days of summer are drawing to a close: It’s a time when teachers gear up for the new academic year, parents start their back-to-school lists and the community throws a party for students and their families.

The party, a “Back to School Bash,” is sponsored by the Kirby Civic Events Fund of the Polk County Community Foundation. The event will take place at Tryon Methodist Church on Aug. 11 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Everything will be free, including hot dogs, chips and drinks for all who attend. School supplies will also be handed out to the first 300 students who attend.

Kids will also enjoy an air-filled bouncy house and obstacle course for children.

Back-to-school haircuts will be offered at no cost, and there will even be some winter coats available for those who might need them.

Tryon United Methodist Church is located at 195 New Market Road, just around the corner from Side Street Pizza.

For more detailed information, call 828-859-9218.

– article submitted  by Nancy Hiley