By Jason Cohen
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On Sunday, Aug. 30, in front of Seton Falls Park on Baychester Avenue, Mr. Romeo from Young Kings & Queens Chess Club teamed up with Amen Ministries and Mother’s That Matter’s to hold a back to school backpack giveaway and chess event against gun violence.
See photos from the event below.
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