Need more inspiration for your family outings? We can help with that! Make sure to check out some of the best kids' playgrounds, water playgrounds and grab a cone at one of the tastiest ice cream shops in town.
There's no excuse not to spend time outdoors this summer.
Parks across NYC have undergone huge renovations, and the latest to receive a generous helping of TLC (nearly $8 million) is Astoria Heights Playground. If you have some free time on your hands, grab the kiddos and make a pitstop.
What can you look forward to? New equipment, 10 in-ground spray jets and five upright spray stations, a tennis and volleyball court, restructured walking space and new pathways are ready to welcome park-goers of all ages. Basically, it's a recipe for a great summer afternoon.
Credit: Photograph: Courtesy NYC Parks / Daniel Avila
"Thanks to the capital investment of public dollars, the children and families of Astoria can enjoy the long-anticipated upgrades to Astoria Heights Playground," Borough President Katz said in a statement according to the NYC Parks Department. "The new Playground is for the community, by the community, thanks to substantial input on the design from community members and students through the Community Parks Initiative."
When will you make a visit? If you're not in Astoria, check out the updates at Big Bush Park in Woodside or DiGilio Playground in Kensington, among others. Enjoy your outdoor fun, NYC! We'll see you there.
Astoria Heights Playground, Astoria (nycparks.org).
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