I Am Beacon & Key Food Present 10th Annual Back 2 School Block Party. (Rain Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025)

This long-standing community tradition brings together families, neighbors, and local organizations for a day of fun, connection, and school-year readiness.

This year’s event will feature:

• Food, music, face painting, and basketball

• School supply starter kits – The first 150 children in attendance will receive a free bag (child must be present)

• Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive – Donations are being collected now through August 23rd at:

  • Howland Public Library (regular hours)

  • Key Food Marketplace (regular hours)

  • On-site at the Block Party

The Block Party kicks off with Beacon Hoops All-Star Games starting at 10:30 AM, featuring:

• 10:30 AM – Girls Game

• 11:30 AM – Rookie Division vs. Albany

• 12:30 PM – Junior Division vs. Newburgh

• 1:30 PM – Girls Game: Beacon vs. Newburgh

In addition, I Am Beacon has joined forces with Fareground Food + Community for a School Supply Giveaway on Thursday, August 28th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at 50 Liberty Street, Beacon, NY. Registration required; child must be present.