From a tragedy sprang a celebration.

Jackie Pollard, started Community Day in Northwest Moultrie in 1986, a year after her son’s fatal stabbing near Shaw Gym. The event commemorates the 16-year-old’s short life and stands as an effort to resist the violence that has long plagued the city.

This year’s Community Day will be held Saturday, July 5, at the Northwest Rec Complex. Games and activities begin at 9 a.m. and go until 7 p.m., after which there’s a dance.

A flyer says there will be free bouncy houses, face painting, half-price swimming, stepping and dance shows, free-style rappers and a variety of games with prizes.

There will be a “Minute to Win It” competition with a $10 entry fee and cash prizes

Youth and adult basketball tournaments will be held at Shaw Gym. Trophies will be given away to first and second place winners in each tournament.

A car show and a bike show will be held. Entry fees are $25 and $15, respectively. The winner will receive a trophy and $50 cash.

For more information and to register for the contests, call Lashay James at 921-1460.