TCC Health (The Chautauqua Center, Inc.), a local nonprofit healthcare provider, will hld community picnics in Jamestown and Dunkirk next week.

The events will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Jamestown Community Picnic will happen Aug. 6 at Community Helping Hands at the Gateway Center on Water Street. The Dunkirk Community Picnic will be held on Aug. 8 at the Salvation Army on Central Avenue.

The main objective of these engaging and family-friendly events is to distribute backpacks and school supplies to children in need, ensuring they are well-equipped for the upcoming school year.

“At the heart of our mission is the commitment to enhance the overall health and wellness of our community through prevention and treatment, one patient at a time,” said Michael Pease, TCC Health CEO. “By organizing these Community Picnics, we aim to create a fun-filled atmosphere while addressing the important need for school supplies among local children. Our goal is to alleviate the financial burden on families and empower children for success in school.”

In addition to the backpack giveaway, the community picnics will offer a range of activities that include live music, dancing with Marty’s Bubble Gum Machine; a bounce house, face painting, and photo booth with Eventz by Scott; walking tacos by The Salvation Army Anew Center; free produce from the Jamestown Mobile Market; community resources; health information; and more.

Children must be present at the event to choose their own backpack. Parents and guardians will not be able to pick up backpacks on behalf of children. Children must also be accompanied by an adult.

Sponsors include Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, Jamestown Rotary Club AM, Wegman’s of Jamestown, Cattaraugus County Bank, Community Bank NA, and Pespsico.

More than 20 community partners and agencies will be on hand with information, activities, and services that may be provided for little or no cost.

For further information and updates about the community picnics, visit www.TCCHealth.org or contact TCC Health and The Waterfront Foundation at 716-294-3995.