Camphor Church Hosts Back-to-School Community Day for Over 450 Families

Celebrating Education and Community with Free Food, Fun, and School Supplies

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church is excited to announce our annual Back to School Community Day on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 5620 Wyalusing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. This event is open to the entire community and promises an afternoon filled with fellowship, fun, food, and festivities. Over 450 families have preregistered!

Event highlights include:
– Amazing performance by Stilt Walker Sistah Mafalda, with Brother Hakim and Drummers
– Free Pony Rides by Hand-to-Hand Farm
– DJ Steve providing intergenerational music
– Free backpacks & school supplies
– Free haircuts for children to start the year with confidence
– Voter registration station for community empowerment
– Fitness & line dancing by Victoria Mingle for health and fun
– Free face painting by Constantly Crafting Kay, bounce house, games, and giveaways
– Vendor tables featuring local merchants and community service providers
– Free hot dogs, Philly pretzels, water-ice, and beverages

Merchandise and Community Resource Vendors are:
– PhillyFinds Skin Care – Nicole Brown-Lee
– Shannae’s Bling and Things – Shannae Taylor
– ICAP, Inc. – Maria Murphy Bush
– Hannah’s African Fashions & Jewelry – Hannah Brima
– Philadelphia Laundromat Literary Program – Ruth Harmon
– Zumba with VicTheMover – Victoria Mingle
– Mu Beta Phi Fraternity – Captain Paul Brown
– AHARI – Stephanie Booker

Continuing its long-standing tradition of community service, Camphor Church aims to support local youth and families with resources, entertainment, and vital services just in time for the new school year. This year’s theme focuses on preparedness, wellness, civic engagement, and joy.

This year, we are proud to partner again with Mu Beta Phi National Military Fraternity, Honorable Najee Grant, AHARI, Philadelphia Laundromat Literacy program, Philadelphia Activities Fund, and the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church, who are generously supporting our efforts to make this event a success.

“At Camphor Church, we believe in supporting our community and ensuring that every child has the resources they need to succeed in school,” said Carol Black, Chair of the Leadership Team at Camphor Church. “Our Back-to-School Community Day is a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, have fun, and receive essential supplies for the new school year.”

We invite everyone to join us for this fun-filled afternoon. Come and enjoy delicious food, great music, and engaging activities. It’s a day not to be missed!

For more information, please contact Carol Black at 215-820-1164 or info@camphormemorial.church

About Camphor Church:

Camphor Church, located at 5620 Wyalusing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, is a welcoming community of faith dedicated to serving our neighbors and supporting the spiritual and practical needs of our members and the wider community. Join us for worship services, community events, and more.

Carol Black
Camphor Memorial Church
+1 215-747-2600
carol@camphormemorial.church
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