Media Advisory: AISD Hosts Harvest Fest at Eastside Memorial High School at the Johnston Campus

AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD’s Eastside Memorial High School at the Johnston Campus, in partnership with Austin Voices for Education and Youth, is hosting Harvest Fest this weekend to provide resources for families.

What: Family event, including educational resources, free flu shots, dental and vision screenings, eyeglasses for students, live music, games and food

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9

Where: Eastside Memorial High School at the Johnston Campus, 1012 Arthur Stiles Road

Background: Harvest Fest is an opportunity for AISD families to receive screenings for health insurance, coats for students and information on education (college and adult), housing, employment and finances. Families will be able to register for the Christmas Bureau/Blue Santa program and Coats for Kids.

Children can participate in wall climbing, pony rides, moonwalks, a bike rodeo, games, crafts, book reading, among other activities.

The event is free, with lunch provided.

For more information, please contact Austin Voices for Education and Youth at 450-1880.