Bronx chess club hosts ‘Feeding of the Minds’ rally against gun violence

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On Aug. 9, the Young Kings and Queens Chess Club/ Mentoring program held a rally against gun violence, “Feeding of the Minds.”
Courtesy of he Young Kings and Queens Chess Club/ Mentoring program

On Sunday, Aug. 9, the Young Kings and Queens Chess Club/Mentoring program held a rally against gun violence called “Feeding of the Minds.”

The event took place in front of Sousa Park on Baychester Avenue. Residents from Soundview and Tremont Avenue came together to play chess. There was also a forum and they acted out scenarios on situations dealing with gangs and making better decisions when confronted by peer pressure.

Check out photos from the event.