Accessibility Info
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center
Membership Information and Holiday Schedule
80 Catherine Street
New York, NY
10038
Located in Alfred E. Smith Playground
Deputy Center Manager: Vilma Jimenez
Phone: (212) 285-0300
Fax: (212) 285-0302
Cross Streets: Cherry & Monroe Streets
Directions: Bus, Train, Car, Bicycle and Walking Directions to Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center by Google Maps
This is an Accessible Recreation Center.
Recreation Centers will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2012. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. The Flushing Meadows Pool and Rink will be open for regular hours on Monday, February 20, 2012.
Hours of Operation
Building Hours |
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| Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | |
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Registration Hours:
Monday-Friday,7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Center is closed on Sundays. |
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Facilities
Volleyball Court (Indoor) - 1 |
Gymnasium - 1 |
Playground - 1 |
Fitness Room - 1 |
Ping Pong Table - 2 |
Computer Resource Center - 1 |
Picnic Area - 1 |
Basketball Court (Outdoor) - 1 |
Multipurpose Room - 1 |
Basketball Court (Indoor) - 1 |
Locker Room - 2 |
Artificial Turf Field - 1 |
Kitchen - 1 |
Afterschool Room - 1 |
Handball Court (Outdoor) - 1 |
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Facility Hours
Badminton |
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| Monday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Everyone) | |
| Friday | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM (Everyone) | |
Computer Resource Center (CRC)For more information, please visit our Citywide CRC web page. |
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| Monday - Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Thursday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Child) | |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Child) | |
| Thursday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Teen) | |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Teen) | |
Fitness Room |
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| Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Adult) | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Adult) | |
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Teen) | |
Gym: Open Court Basketball |
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| Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM (Adult) | |
| Monday - Friday | 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM (Teen) | |
Programs, Classes and Activities
Afterschool Program
September 13, 2011 – June 15, 2012
Open to children ages 6-13, the Afterschool program offers activities including arts & crafts, sports, educational activities, trips and computer use. Afterschool Program operates Monday through Friday, from 3:00 pm. to 6:00 pm. Registration is free. For additional information, please contact Carol Smith, Supervisor. For more information regarding citywide Parks Afterschool Program, click here. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Al Smith Teen Club |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Thursday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |
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for ages 13-17
Thurday Computer and Friday Teen Cooking program! Sign up at the front desk! First come first serve.
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Boot Camp Workout
January 26, 2012 – June 28, 2012
Instructor: Jeffrey |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 7:03 PM | |
Boys & Girls Instructional Basketball |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
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For ages 11-13.
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Boys Instructional Basketball |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
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For ages 14-17.
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Cardio-Lite workout
February 6, 2012 – June 25, 2012
Instructor: Gina Rodriguez A moderatley paced aerobics workout designed to increase endurance and burn calories. A short body toning segment is also included.
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
Chess Factor
December 2, 2011 – June 29, 2012
Come in out of the cold to enjoy a fridendly game, or to improve your strategy. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Computer Room: DL101 Introduction to Computers
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | |
Computer Room: DL101 Introduction to Computers
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Learn to use the keyboard and mouse, how to open and save files, basic program functions and introductory internet tools |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
Computer Room: DL102 Introduction to the Internet
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
Computer Room: DL102 Introduction to the Internet
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Learn to navigate the internet to send emails, communicate with friends & family, post images online, shop, pay bills, and much more |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
Computer Room: DL109 Internet Research
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Find information on topics of interest to you and evaluate source credibility. Research topics include: travel, weather, health, local resources, and more. |
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| Thursday | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: DL110 Introduction to Computers 2 - Popular Utilities
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | |
Computer Room: MM060 Introduction to Digital Photography
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Do you own or are considering purchasing a digital camera but don't know how to use it? Learn to navigate camera functions, improve your photography technique, and upload and share your pictures online. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: MM101 Introduction to Digital Imaging - Photoshop
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: MM107 Introduction to Digital Video
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Tell your story on screen! Craft a story for film by developing basic video production skills and becoming familiar with Final Cut Pro video editing software. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: MM107 Introduction to Digital Video Basics
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult/Senior Open Access
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OA100 Adult/Senior Open Access
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
During Open Access hours, users ages 18 and above may use the computer room for personal projects, research, communication, or to practice computer skills. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OT100 Teen Open Access
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
Ages 13-17 |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Thursday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OT100: Teen Open Access
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
During Teen Open Access hours, users ages 13-17 may use the computer room for personal projects, homework, research communication, or to practice computer skills. |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Thursday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OY100 Youth Open Access
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
During Youth Open Access hours, users ages 6-12 or 6-17 (check with your center) may use the computer room for personal projects, homework, research, communication, or to practice computer skills. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | |
Computer Room: OY100 Youth/Teen Open Access
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
Ages 6-17 |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | |
Computer Room: RY100 Adobe Youth Voices - Multimedia
November 28, 2011 – April 27, 2012
Adobe Youth Voices is a creative multimedia program for kids and teens that encourages them to explore and analyze their world through video, audio, graphic design, web design, and animation. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Monday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
| Friday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Computer Room: RY100 Adobe Youth Voices - Multimedia with St. James/St. Joseph's School (Closed)
November 28, 2011 – April 27, 2012
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| Age: Child | ||
| Friday | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | |
Computer Room: WF095 POP - Nursing Program (Closed)
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Computer Room: WF095 POP Nursing Academy (Closed)
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
This closed session provides Parks Opportunity Program participants with training to enter the nursing field. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Computer Room: WF096 POP - Clerical Academy (Closed)
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult | ||
| Thursday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM | |
Computer Room: WF096 POP Clerical Academy (Closed)
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
This closed session provides Parks Opportunity Program participants with training to obtain a clerical job. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Thursday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM | |
Computer Room: WF101 Introduction to MS Windows Office
November 28, 2011 – March 2, 2012
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | |
Computer Room: WF102 Introduction to MS Word
March 5, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Learn the basics of creating documents using Microsoft Office Word, the most popular and widely used word processing software |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
Computer Room: YP102 Global Partners Junior
October 3, 2011 – May 25, 2012
Global Partners Junior is an award-winning student exchange program that connects New York City youth, ages 9-12, with students around the world through the internet. This unique program fosters global awareness and develops practical technology skills for middle school youth. Students communicate online about topics relevant to all cultures using an original curriculum. Students post and read messages to one another and share media projects, video greetings and research facts about their communities with the guidance of the program coordinator in a safe and secure online environment. Please contact Rebecca Davies (rebecca.davies@parks.nyc.gov, 212-255-3066 ext. 318) for more information or to register your child. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | |
Computer Room: YP105 Homework Help
November 28, 2011 – April 27, 2012
During Homework Help, youth ages 6-12 receive homework assistance and time to complete their homework on the computer. |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | |
Gymnasium - Table Tennis |
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| Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |
Lunchtime Yoga and Pilates
January 6, 2012 – June 1, 2012
Informed by the latest finding in exercise science and functional exercises, instructors focus on strengthening and fine tuning major muscle groups. |
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| Age: Adult, Senior | ||
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | |
Millennium Practice
January 4, 2012 – March 28, 2012
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |
Pee Wee Instructional Basketball |
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| Age: Child | ||
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | |
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For ages 4-10
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Shape Up NYC: Body ConditioningInstructor: Lynze Informed by the latest finding in exercise science and functional exercises, instructors focus on strengthening and fine tuning major muscle groups. |
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| Tuesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
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Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and available to those who are not recreation center members.
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
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Shape Up NYC: Body ConditioningInstructor: Steven Adams Informed by the latest finding in exercise science and functional exercises, instructors focus on strengthening and fine tuning major muscle groups. |
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| Wednesday | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | |
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Shape Up NYC classes are FREE and available to those who are not recreation center members.
Please bring a key lock to secure your belongings.
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Teen Hip Hop Classes
January 6, 2012 – June 8, 2012
Building strong healthy bodies through dance. |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Friday | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | |
Teen Basketball |
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| Age: Teen | ||
| Thursday | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |
Volleyball |
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| Tuesday | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | |
Youth Street Hockey Clinics
December 5, 2011 – April 25, 2012
In partnership with the New York Rangers and Live Positively, Coca Cola, Parks is offering free youth street hockey clinics for boys and girls aged 7-15. The clinics will provide instruction on how to play street hockey and tips on the importance of exercising and eating a balanced diet. Learn more about the New York Rangers Youth Street Hockey clinics. |
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| Age: Child, Teen | ||
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | |
