Next to top, Children's Librarian Cindy Walton (left) and Friends of the Library President Kelli Johnston (right) stand with 10 book bags — donated by Friends of the Library — which were given away at Thursday night's "Back to School" event. The bags were filled with school supplies. (Derik Vanderford photo/Times)
Second and third from top, excitement was in the air as rising fifth-graders assisted parents and students to their new classrooms to register. Students and parents were able to meet teachers and receive information. (Photos submitted)










