by University Settlement (DYCD Cornerstone)
University Settlement runs a Cornerstone program at this housing-development community center, giving local children a free, supervised place for games, academic support, and creative projects after school and in summer.
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After-school, evening and summer hours; check with provider
Free; enrollment through the program provider
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Ages 5–17.
Free; enrollment through the program provider
After-school, evening and summer hours; check with provider
177 Myrtle Avenue, 11201, in Fort Greene, Brooklyn.
Yes. Ingersoll Community Center is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
This neighborhood community center hosts a free Cornerstone youth program operated by Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service. Children join after-school clubs, recreation, and enrichment activities, with extended summer hours.
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