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Aurora Groups Band Together To Help Keep Teens Busy During Holiday Break: ‘This Is Way Better'

Several community organizations are stepping in to keep teens busy and out of trouble this week.

By Conor McCue, CBS Denver:

AURORA, Colo. (CBS4) – After nine teens were shot and injured in two separate shootings at or near Aurora high schools, several community organizations are stepping in to keep teens busy and out of trouble during Thanksgiving break.

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For three days this week, the groups will host two different safe space events where kids can hang out, play sports or try other hobbies related to music or fashion for free. The coordinated effort is put on by Athletics and Beyond, the Struggle of Love Foundation, Families Against Violent Acts, the McBride Impact and Montbello Organizing Committee.

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