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A remarkable turnout of families, Boston City Council candidates and celebrity guests such as rapper Mr. Cheeks and former television host Marie “Free” Wright, from the popular BET music show ‘106 & Park,’ took over part of Franklin Park on Saturday.
The 11th annual Back to School Block Party for Peace hosted by Violence In Boston, a social justice nonprofit led by community organizer Monica Cannon-Grant, brought out family and friends for a day of fun as parents gear up to send their children back to school.
Attendees received free children’s books and backpacks stuffed with necessities. An ice cream truck and vendor tables featuring homemade wellness brands and fashion products also mapped the park.
“I’ve been missing this,” said Debbie Gray of Roxbury, who brought her grandson out to the fun. “I told my [grandson], we’ve gotta get out there and see all the people. We’ve been inside because of Covid for way too long.”