(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Inaugural Heart of the Summer Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado community open house is just around the corner. The event kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 16, and will feature food trucks, family-friendly activities, vendors, and more.

Alex Lightfoot, Executive Administrative Assistant with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado, joined FOX21 News Chief Meteorologist Matt Meister on Wednesday morning, Aug. 13, to talk more about the event.

“This event is really a chance to invite the community in to see what we do and learn about how they can get involved,” said Lightfoot.

The Heart of the Summer open house will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at its building, located at 4223 Royal Pine Drive.