Community Corner Interview: Mike Giovinco of Bennett’s Village

Community Corner Interview: Mike Giovinco of Bennett’s Village

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Kendall spoke with Mike Giovinco, volunteer coordinator for Bennett’s Village, a local nonprofit working to build a multi-generational, all-abilities playground in Charlottesville. They are hosting a free party in Pen Park on Sunday, September 19th, from 1pm to 5pm where they will reveal the design of the future playground, walk through the site where it will be built, as well as feature entertainment from various community arts organizations, and local food trucks onsite.

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