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You are Invited to The Bronx Defenders 2012 Community Block Party

WHAT: The Bronx Defenders Community Block Party is a fun, safe venue for children and community members to enjoy free food, music and entertainment, play games, participate in arts and crafts, register to vote, compete in a basketball competition, and connect with community groups and social service organizations. The Block Party will have performances by local groups, a raffle, face-painting, clowns and balloon animals, a pony-ride, relay races, carnival games and treats, and a moon bounce!  The Bronx Defenders and partnering community organizations will provide information about their services for attendees. WHEN: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 12pm-5pm. WHERE: East 160th Street between Courtlandt and Melrose Avenues WHO: The Bronx Defenders is a non-profit legal organization that has served the Bronx for more than 10 years, and in this capacity we strive to create justice for the people we serve and invest in the communities where our clients live.  We provide clients with free legal representation and advice in criminal and family court and on civil matters, with community-oriented services that combat the causes and consequences of court involvement. More information about our organization can be found at: www.bronxdefenders.org.