Edenwald Old Timers Reunion Day celebrated by residents

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Community members enjoyed a live DJ and went from table to table to receive free book bags, school supplies, beverages and cooked meals.
Photo by Jewel Webber

Edenwald community members came together to celebrate Edenwald Old Timers Reunion Day at Seton Falls Park on Saturday, Aug. 10.

Photo by Jewel Webber

Attendees received free book bags, school supplies, beverages and cooked meals, including barbeque chicken, macaroni and cheese, fruits, vegetables and more. Live DJs were also on hand to help entertain the crowd. People were also invited to perform during the event for the open mic experience.

Attendees wait in line to receive free beverages and cooked meals. Photo by Jewel Webber

One of the biggest attractions was the classic soul vocal group Bases Loaded. Its performance had those present moving and grooving along.

Bases Loaded performing at Edenwald Old Timers Reunion Day. Photo by Jewel Webber
Vocal group Bases Loaded with James Jimmy Dee Jones (left), Lesboogie Jones (third from right) and Bronx Youth Empowerment Program Executive Director Andy King (right). Photo by Jewel Webber
Community Members enjoying the performance by Bases Loaded. Photo by Jewel Webber