Vicki Knott, Julia Mason, Sarah Yates and Lauren Wright with Lily Cubitt, 9 months, and Zac Cubitt, 1, all of Launceston, prepare for Sam's Day.
IN mid-2012, the Knott family experienced the loss of their daughter, sister and friend Samantha.
Samantha's family and friends have since joined together to organise Sam's Day, a day to celebrate the life of Samantha and raise awareness of youth suicide.
Barefoot bowls for adults, a clown and face-painting for children will help attendants live every day like it is their birthday - a favourite phrase of Samantha's.
The entry fee of $20 covers lunch, bowling and a donation to Time Out House, an organisation that provides accommodation to at-risk people aged between 12 and 25.
A raffle with prizes donated by businesses will also be held.
Organiser and close friend of Samantha's, Julia Mason, said the family-friendly event would be a way of commemorating Samantha's life.
``We want it to be a fun day, Sam was a fun person,'' Mrs Mason said.
Samantha's father Rob Knott acknowledged the effort that had gone into organising the event.
``It's been an overwhelming response from the girls that organised it and the local community,'' Mr Knott said.
If you need help or counselling contact Samaritans 1300 364 566, Lifeline 131 114, Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800, MensLine Australia 1300 789 978, the StandBy Response Service 24-hour number 0408 133 884, or beyondblue 1300 224 636.
Businesses wanting to make a donation to the Sam's Day raffle can contact Julia Mason on 0410 589 139.
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WHAT: Sam's Day, raising awareness of youth suicide in memory of Samantha Knott.
WHEN: Sunday, March 3, from 11am.
WHERE: Launceston Bowls Club.