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Prostate Cancer Support Group (Online) — Presented by Cancer Support Community LA
Tuesday, Nov 3
2:00 AM
LA County Mental Health Presentation: Suicide Prevention and Resilience — Presented by LA County Mental Health
Tuesday, Nov 3
6:00 PM
Black Men’s Wellness Day 5K Run/Walk — Presented by Jahde Barnes
Saturday, Nov 7
4:00 PM
Ellerman Park Playground Build Days (Volunteers Needed) — Presented by City of Compton & KABOOM!
Wednesday, Nov 11
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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