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Located in Roy Wilkins Park, with an indoor pool, gym, and fitness spaces. 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
117-05 Merrick Boulevard, 11434, in St. Albans, Queens.
Yes. Roy Wilkins Recreation Center is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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