Photos: CPRF holds third annual ‘Christmas in July’ celebration
By Ethan Marshall and Jewel WebberPosted on
Community members gathered in Brooklyn to take in the festivities from the CPRF’s third annual Christmas in July celebration.
Photo by Jewel Webber
The Community-Police Relations Foundation (CPRF) held its third annual “Christmas in July” celebration on Saturday, July 5, at 110 Junius St. in Brooklyn.
Community members in line to receive free gifts of choice. Photo by Jewel Webber
Community members on hand got to enjoy a live DJ, musical performances, free grilled food, free haircuts, free gifts, games, bouncy houses, resources and more. There were also vendors with stations set up, where they sold food, books and other items. A prayer station was also set up for attendees to use.
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Attendees playing musical chairs. Photo by Jewel WebberKids enjoyed the bouncy castles. Photo by Jewel WebberA prayer station was set up for attendees. Photo by Jewel WebberCommunity Members enjoyed performances by the New York City Police Department Jazz Band. Photo by Jewel WebberCPRF Ambassador and Retired Detective Wally Brant gave out free grilled food and drinks to those on hand .Photo by Jewel Webber
Brooklyn rapper Phresher made a special appearance at the event as Santa Claus, helping to spread holiday cheer to community members.
Rapper Phresher was dressed as Santa Claus at the event. Photo by Jewel Webber
This annual event is put together by CPRF Founding Chairman/CEO and Bronx native Al Eskanazy. CPRF has sponsored the event across different boroughs of New York City, as well as in other cities and states.
Officers, young explorers and volunteers assisted in giving out free gifts. Photo by Jewel WebberPhoto by Jewel WebberCertificates of appreciation were given out to NYPD officers. Photo by Jewel Webber
The FDNY’s Fire Safety Education Unit gave out free resources. Photo by Jewel WebberPhoto by Jewel WebberMembers of the Young Explorers program were at the event. Photo by Jewel WebberPhoto by Jewel Webber
