There will be two back-to-school events in the neighborhood on August 19, 2023, one at Riggs-LaSalle Rec and one at Fort Totten Metro station.

Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center Back-to-School Community Day
August 19, 2023
10:00 am-2:00 pm
Riggs-LaSalle Recreation Center (501 Riggs Road NE)
Free backpacks, school supplies, snacks & ice cream. Hosted by Friends of Riggs-LaSalle Recreation and Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association.
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Metro Back-to-School Celebration & School Supply Giveaway
August 19, 2023
11:00 am-3:00 pm
Parking Lot at Fort Totten Station
Free backpacks & school supplies. Hosted by Metro Transit Police Community Services Bureau. Children of all ages are welcome from elementary to high school. There will be family-friendly activities, including a moon bounce, miniature train rides, a live DJ and band, and free food.