Area churches host back-to-school celebrations, events

Here is a list of several faithbased back-to-school giveaway events and other related activities. They are free unless otherwise noted.

Alameda Church of Christ: 801 E Alameda, Norman, 15th annual “Back to School Round Up,” 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, backpacks with school supplies will be distributed to Norman area families while supplies last. Information: 321-0788; http://www.alameda-streams.org.

Capitol Hill Baptist Church: 304 SW 134, “RedeemED Luncheon” for educators, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, includes free meal, school supplies, door prizes and gifts for attendees. Information/ registration: www.chbchurch.org.

Family of Faith Church: 13500 SE 15, Choctaw, “Slip-n-Slide Family Celebration,” 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 10, backpacks, school supplies, hot dogs and clothing for kindergarten through fifth grade given away while supplies last, plus inflatables, 100-foot Slip-N-Slide., live DJ, child must be present to pick up backpacks/ school supplies. Information: 769-8751; https://www.familyoffaithok.com/events.

OKC Faith Church: 800 S Portland, “Feeding the 5000 and More” backpack and school supply giveaway, 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 10, backpacks, school supplies and a meal will be provided, while supplies last, children and guardian must attend one presentation to receive items. The first presentation will begin at 8 a.m. and the last will be at noon (or while supplies last). Information: 948-7100; http://www.okcfaith.com.