Community Day at Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center
Easterseals Crossroads, a local nonprofit organization providing disability services, is hosting a Community Day, presented by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield at Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center on Saturday, September 21.
This free, family-friendly event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center located at 1920 W. Morris Street in Indianapolis. Easterseals Crossroads will share information about services for children, adults and veterans, as well as services for all families living with disability.
Throughout the Community Day, an expo hall of more than 25 community partners will offer a wide range of activities, resources and giveaways. These include book giveaways by the Indy Book Project, information on helpful resource programs for adults and children, face painting, a children’s craft area, children’s games, family-friendly activities and much more. The first 200 guests will also receive a free lunch.
Additional highlights include the “Your Financial Journey” workshop hosted by JPMorgan Chase that will be available to educate families on the importance of financial literacy. Changing Footprints will give away shoes, socks, shirts and other items; Moms Helpline will provide growth charts. Gleaners Food Bank will offer information and application assistance for food resources. Ezkenazi Health and HealthNet will both provide information about their existing services, and Near West Free Clinic will offer blood pressure screenings.
Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center is a thriving community resource for its Indianapolis neighbors in need. Through services for employment enrichment, youth enrichment and basic needs, along with family and financial resources, Mary Rigg supports adults, youth and families seeking help, hope and better opportunities. The Center also recently underwent renovations, which will be unveiled and utilized during the Community Day.
