For a day of fun family entertainment, head to the Kids Cookie Break Fest. The event will be held at The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim, on Saturday, Aug. 27. Two sessions will be held; each will feature the same lineup. Sessions will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 5 p.m. Tickets are free and will be available for the fest starting on Monday, Aug. 15, by calling 717-459-3701 or visiting http://www.thejunctioncenterproductions.com.

"We're celebrating our 10th year of the Kids Cookie Break Fest," said Stacey Gagne, vice president of operations for WJTL FM 90.3, which is presenting the event. "We'll have lots of entertainment on two outdoor stages." The lineup will feature performances by Slugs & Bugs, Phredd, First Capital Drumline, The DKers, This Way Up, Jesse Rothacker and Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary, Marian & Friends, Cissy and The Man and Bruce Fite. "We'll also have lots of family-friendly activities," Gagne noted, adding that activities will include bounce houses, covered wagon rides, barrel train rides, chalk art and carnival games. Also represented will be Spooky Nook Gymnastics, Snapology and The Balunguy. Interactive vendor tents will also be set up at the festival. "Businesses, schools or other organizations will have tables with something fun to do while they present information about who they are and what they have to offer," Gagne stated. "Our vendors tend to get very creative with the games and prizes they give away."

People who come to the Kids Cookie Break Fest are invited to bring items to benefit Align Life Ministries, Gagne said. "We're asking for donations of diapers in size 4, 5 or 6; Pull-Ups; baby wipes; or $10 baby-themed gift cards to Walmart," she explained.

Although the festival is free to attend, ticket holders will have the option to reserve a Chick-fil-A meal for a fee at the time of ordering tickets, and a variety of food trucks will be on-site selling food for purchase. "People are also welcome to bring their own picnic lunches as well if they'd like to," Gagne said.

She noted that the Kids Cookie Break Fest is a way for WJTL to promote its mission and connect with the public. "Our slogan is 'Christ. Community. Music,'" Gagne remarked. "The community piece is a huge part of who we are. We love to see kids and their families coming out and celebrating together. The festival is a great opportunity to get people of all ages here on-site to learn more about WJTL and Kids Cookie Break."

Kids Cookie Break is a Saturday morning program on WJTL hosted by Lisa Landis. "It features music specifically geared toward kids," Gagne stated, adding that the program also includes educational field trips and live events. "Lisa likes to do a lot of fun, interactive things to get kids involved."

Gagne noted that volunteer opportunities are available for anyone who would like to help with the Kids Cookie Break Fest. For more information on volunteering, email Gagne at stacey@wjtl.com.