INDIANAPOLIS — Several local organizations held a free event to raise awareness on community resources available for those on the northwest side of the city.
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Saturday’s event encouraged residents of all ages to come together for fun, activities and to learn about dozens of organizations in the area that provide resources.
The Community Outreach Day included a bounce house, snow cone machine and all sorts of family-friendly activities.
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“We see a lot of negativity in the area and we just wanted to bring the positivity back to our community,” organizer Joycelynn Marshall said.
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The event was a collaboration between several businesses and organizations in the Eagle Creek area.
A similar event for seniors is planned to take place in September, according to organizers.