Assemblywoman Diana Richardson is hosting her joint Civic Minded Meeting Saturday, Sept. 24, from noon to 2 p.m. at MS 61, located at 400 Empire Blvd. in Brooklyn.

Civic Minded is a coalition of groups in the 43rd Assembly District, which covers Crown Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Wingate and East Flatbush, aimed at connecting community leaders, merchant organizations, block associations, clergy leaders, civic organizations and concerned neighbors. The goal of the initiative is to identify community issues and develop solutions.

Saturday’s meeting will cover anti-gun violence, Turkey Day, housing, education and senior resources, along with a vision planning session. Call 718-771-3105 for more information.