The public is invited to next Thursday’s Reaching Out Fair at the Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St.

The fair, which runs from 6 to 8 p.m., pays tribute to those lost in the Columbine High School tragedy.

Hosted by the Auburn School District, the cities of Auburn, Algona and Pacific, Green River Community College and the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, the event is designed to put a stop to bullying and promote kindness in school communities.

Children and their families will have the opportunity to learn more about resources available to them from a variety of organizations like the Auburn Valley Y, Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation, Auburn King County Library System, Auburn Youth Resources and others.

There also will be a drawing with the chance to win one of a dozen $50 SuperMall gift certificates. Free pizza, juice and cookies will be provided.

The evening performance begins at 7 and features a live, captivating message presented by Rachel’s Challenge team members and student testimonials about individuals who have made a difference in their lives.

The fair, which was created by the Cities and Schools Forum in response to the April 20, 1999 Columbine shootings.

This year’s theme, “Chain Reaction of Kindness,” honors the 14 students and one teacher who lost their lives in the Columbine tragedy with a message from “Rachel’s Challenge.” Rachel Joy Scott was the first student killed that day. Rachel’s Challenge was created by her family with the hopes of empowering students to influence positive change in their social community.