Prepare your family for a successful school year by attending the Grand Strand Back to School Bash. Sponsored by Looking 4 Local Myrtle Beach, the bash offers free activities and is filled with exhibits, educational displays and interactive activity zones. Let the kids bounce on inflatables, get their faces painted and meet popular costume characters.  Myrtle Beach Mall, 10177 N. Kings Highway. Saturday, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. Sunday, noon–5 p.m. Free. (813) 463-2712, www.sunshinefamilyexpos.com