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A landmark Lower East Side center beside a large outdoor summer pool. Young members can play pickup games, join sports clinics, and take part in arts and enrichment programs offered each season.
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Hours and kids' program schedules vary by center and season
Free NYC Parks membership for children and youth; register in person with ID
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All ages.
Free NYC Parks membership for children and youth; register in person with ID
Hours and kids' program schedules vary by center and season
128 Pitt Street, 10002, in the Lower East Side, Manhattan.
Yes. Hamilton Fish Recreation Center is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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