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A neighborhood center next to J. Hood Wright Park with a gym and activity rooms. Children who hold a free youth membership can drop in for gym time, games, and supervised activities, and the center runs seasonal kids' classes and after-school programs.
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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
351 Fort Washington Avenue, 10033, in Washington Heights, Manhattan.
Yes. J. Hood Wright Recreation Center is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
This neighborhood community center hosts a free Cornerstone youth program operated by Catholic Charities Community Services. Children join after-school clubs, recreation, and enrichment activities, with extended summer hours.
This neighborhood community center hosts a free Cornerstone youth program operated by Police Athletic League. Children join after-school clubs, recreation, and enrichment activities, with extended summer hours.
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