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Last Tuesday, the Grove Park and Center Hill neighborhoods came together for a lively National Night Out celebration, honoring our local police officers and firefighters.
Neighbors enjoyed dynamic performances from Broadway on Bankhead, explored vendor tables, danced to the beats of a live DJ, and savored free, delicious food from Paco’s Tacos.
This annual tradition was a true testament to community spirit and collaboration. A heartfelt thank you to the organizations who supported and made this event possible: Grove Park Foundation, Atlanta Land Trust, Proctor Creek Stewardship Council, Eco-Action, CenterWell Senior Primary Care, Our Healing Space, Mike Russell for generously providing school supplies, Grove Park Neighborhood Association, and Center Hill Neighborhood Association.
A special thank you to Fire Station 22 for hosting the event and welcoming the community with open arms. 🚒
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