DEFEND & BE A FRIEND FEST

Back-to-School Community Event

📅 August 15, 2026 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 117 Visitors Center Lane, Dover, TN 37058

Join us for the DEFEND & BE A FRIEND FEST, a powerful community event honoring the legacy of Chris Miller and Captain Spectrum’s Kindness Mission. This family-friendly event brings the community together to promote kindness, inclusion, anti-bullying awareness, autism acceptance, and support for local families.

Hosted by Spectrum Defenders and Forward Clarksville, this special day will feature:

✨ Community Resource Fair
🎒 Back-to-School Support & Resources
🎁 Giveaways & Family Activities
🧩 Autism Resources & Local Support
🏍️ Poker Run Ride
🍔 Food & Drinks
💙 Opportunities to connect, learn, and make a difference

Poker Run Information

• Kickstands Up: 12:00 PM

• Riders Return Around: 3:00 PM

This event supports:

• The Chris Miller Be Kind Fund

Together, we are standing against bullying and building a kinder, more inclusive community for all.

Vendor Registration

Interested in becoming a vendor, community partner, or sponsor?

📝 Vendor Registration Form

Spaces are limited, so we encourage vendors and organizations to register early.

For additional information, visit:
🌐 www.forwardclarksville.org