State Senator Gustavo Rivera hosts Annual Back-to-School Celebration for Residents of District 33

State Senator Gustavo Rivera will host his annual Back-to-School Celebration with a Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair at St. James Park, 2550 Jerome Avenue, on Thursday, August 15^th , from 2:00pm to 5:00 pm.

Senator Rivera has partnered with generous sponsors, local organizations, and community partners to provide free backpacks and school resources to children who attend to start the new school year off right!

What: Senator Rivera's Back-to-School Celebration: Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair

Who: State Senator Gustavo Rivera

When: Thursday, August 15^th from 2:00pm to 5:00 pm*

Where: St. James Park, 2550 Jerome Avenue Bronx, NY 10458

Please note: Limited number of free backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to the children who attend. For more information, please contact Senator Rivera’s district office at 718-933-2034. 

Senator Rivera will also host a number of Back-to-School Pop Up  events throughout his district in the Bronx:     Pelham Parkway Houses (780 Astor Ave): Thursday,                                                .August 22 at 4:00 pm    Poe Park (2640 Grand Concourse): Tuesday, August 27                                           at 3:00 pm   Riverdale Neighborhood House (5521 Mosholu Ave):                                         .Wednesday, September 4 at 12:00 pm Flyers for these events are available for download here *Rain date: Friday, August 16th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm