Braid Barbie on Rising to promote free hair care event for kids going back to school

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Back-to-school season means new supplies, new clothes, and for a lot of kids, you know you’ve gotta have that fresh first-day hairstyle!

Successful hairstylist, entrepreneur and social media personality Katiyah Hines is giving back through her Braid Barbie Foundation, hosting a free back-to-school community hair day this weekend.

The event will provide children with free hair services and school supplies, while helping them walk into that first day with a little extra confidence.

The event is Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM at Empire Beauty School on 4901 North Tryon Street, then again on Sunday at Hair Galleria Charlotte from 10 AM to 5 PM. Click here for more info.