Chris Rock's Charity Event
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Chris Rock's Charity Event

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Nov, 18, 2008
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Speak Out

Chris and Malaak Rock speak on the importance of children having a place to learn and grow at the opening of the renovated Salvation Army Bushwick Community Center in Brooklyn. Chris attended the center as a child.

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Playtime

Chris shares a few treats with his youngest daughter Zahra at the event.

“I played here as a kid after school. I played pool, basketball, and it’s all good [memories],” he says.

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Spellbound

The Rocks read to children during the event and share the importance of literacy.

“For me, as a parent, I feel like reading is fundamental. I really believe that you need to be computer literate,” says Malaak.

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Show Me the Money

The Rocks partnered with Target, who made a $1 million donation to the Salvation Army to modernize 40 of its libraries throughout the country, including the home of Chris’s childhood after-school and summer programs.

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Hometown Hero

Chris shares his experiences from the community center, which included fun, games—and a few punches.

“I got beat up here a couple of times and I learned how to fight here too,” he says. Malaak was sure to add a positive note. “And he was baptized here too,” she says.

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Dance-Off

The children enjoy music and prizes at the community’s new and improved center.

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Color Code

The Rocks were awarded a greater New York $25,000 grant to modernize the center with new books, furniture, flooring and a computer lab.

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Wheels of Steel

The deejay plays the latest music as the kids hit the dance floor.

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The Right Spot

Food and goodies overflow as a new day dawns in the neighborhood.

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Play Land

Children try their hand at exciting activities at the event.

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