The Washoe County Sheriff's Office hosted its sixth annual Christmas in July event on Saturday, July 27 at the Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows.
It provided free backpacks with school and hygiene supplies to more than 1,500 students.
Students from preschool through high school were invited to attend.
There were also carnival games, community resources, and children had a chance to meet Sheriff Balaam and other members of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office staff.
