Annual Flatlands block party celebrates community, honors citizens
Elected Officials, Civic Leaders and Families Come Out to Celebrate
Matrix Auto Collision at 1796 East 49th St. in Flatlands borough hosted its annual Matrix Youth Adventure “Give Back to the Community” block party on Saturday. Elected officials, community leaders and families from Flatlands, Canarsie and Mill Basin came together to enjoy a day of fun as awards of excellence were presented to national and local businesses.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the community event was filled with food, fun and games for children. State Assemblymember Jaime Williams, who represents the 59th District (D-Canarsie-Flatlands-Mill Basin), presented awards to businesses and civic groups.