Empowering at-risk youth through skateboarding
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Long Day’s Journey Into Night
Written by Eugene O’Neill Directed by Seth Duerr York Shakespeare Company Lion Theatre at Theatre Row 410 West 42nd Street www.yorkshakespeare.org *** For the masochistic theatergoers drawn to Long Day’s Journey Into Night, Eugene O’Neill’s autobiographical study of the universal hell we call family, expectations going into the play offer two possible scenarios, neither of…
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The Middle Ages
Written by A.R. Gurney Directed by Ike Schambelan Kirk Theatre at Theatre Row 410 West 42nd Street *** It’s tempting to write off A.R. Gurney as a WASP Woody Allen, particularly after seeing The Middle Ages, one of the playwright’s earlier, less-focused works. Set in the trophy room of a high-society men’s club, the play…
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Why Chicago Should Be Called Phoenix
Why Chicago Should Be Called Phoenix ABSTRACT: After Chicago burned to the ground in 1871, the city should have collapsed. It didn’t. This is the story of how one editor’s spirit lifted a ravaged city as it picked itself up from the ashes. [You can order the back issue of Mental Floss magazine here, or…
Learn to skate
Skatepark welcomes youth of all ages and experience levels. Whether you’ve never been on a board before, or you can already do tricks, there’s a place for you and something to learn.
Make new friends
Skateboarding is a social sport! Come hang out and meet some new friends to cheer you on while you skate. We have a strict no-bullying policy and maintain a supportive environment.
Skateboarding can teach people discipline, patience, and resiliency. It’s a great sport for kids with a lot of energy! We’ll help build up some structure and support in your life, all while you meet new people and have a ton of fun learning how to skateboard.
Christopher Zara 