"The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center is Central Brooklyn's first recreation facility of its kind, featuring a full gym, indoor swimming pool, dance studio, culinary kitchen, media lab and an indoor track overlooking a full basketball court. Neighbors say the center fills a long-standing gap in community resources. 'There's been a lack of activities for children and adults,' said participant Tawana King. 'With the swimming, exercise and arts and crafts, it gives people a sense of belonging.'"
"'Shirley Chisholm liked to say, 'If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair,' he said. 'Thanks to her work, there will be plenty of seats for everyone.' To celebrate the opening, the public can explore more than 50 programs at the center for free through Friday, allowing residents to sample classes before making any commitment."
The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center opened in Central Brooklyn as a $141 million facility led by Council Member Farah Louis with the city's Department of Design and Construction and NYC Parks and Recreation. The center honors Shirley Chisholm and includes a full gym, indoor swimming pool, dance studio, culinary kitchen, media lab and an indoor track overlooking a full basketball court. More than 50 programs launch with a free trial through Friday. Programs are free for those 24 and under and offer affordable family options. Neighbors and students praised expanded activities and a renewed sense of belonging for the community.
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