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There’s plenty for Austin youth to do: Check out these activities
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At this month’s 15th Police District youth meeting, community groups shared safe spaces and mentoring opportunities for youth.
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100 Blocks/100 Churches, other peace-building community initiatives taking place this summer in Austin
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The 15th Police District and faith leaders will host several community events throughout the summer in an effort to reduce violence.
Activities
City launches events, days of service to keep youth engaged during spring break
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One day of service will be held in Austin on April 15 from 12 to 4 p.m. Check the web site MyCHIMyFuture.org for more information, and follow @MyCHIMyFuture on Instagram. CPS students will be out of school until April 18th.
Activities
Week of “good neighbor” activities begins April 10
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Events include a block club party, open gym and career fair, and will run from 1 to 4 p.m. through April 14.
Community
Celebrate after-school programs this week
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There will be a “light up the night walk,” dinner and other activities from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at BUILD, 5100 W. Harrison St.
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At Peace Tournament, mayor, West Side aldermen call for more activities for Austin youth
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The Nov. 17 basketball game, sponsored by NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas and CeaseFire, brought together rival gang members with the hope of ending conflict on the streets.