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Groundbreaking at Simpson

The long-awaited project to make major improvements to Simpson Recreation Center begins today with the groundbreaking for the project.

Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez presented the plan to rehab the Tiny Tots area back in September which calls for installing new equipment at a budgeted cost of $300,000 for the project.

If you are in the area today at 5 PM, stop by and have a look.

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News from Simpson Playground

Lifeguards are needed for the 2019 Pool Season, we are looking for a night watchman as well.

  • Family Bingo will take place Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
  • Martial Arts still have openings, join us on Fridays, ages 6 and under 6:00 p.m. 7 and older 6:30 p.m.
  • Girl Scouts will meet Friday, March 15th and March 28th  
  • Looking for volunteers to assist with the garden.  If you are interested please email me at simpsonrecctr@hotmail.com.  
  • Registration is open for the 2019 Summer Camp.   
Cynthia Young

Facility Supervisor
Simpson Recreation Center
1010 Arrott Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19124
215-537-3223 Office
215-537-3494 Fax
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Simpson November News

While the seasons are turning cold, this is the perfect time to work on becoming a Lifeguard. For more information contact the Parks and Recreation Aquatics Office at 215-683-3663.

The staff would like to Thank everyone who donated candy, pizza, chips pretzels, and juices to the Harvest Party, as well as Trick & Treat.

  • Election Day is November 6, 2018, all Programs at Simpson will be off for this day
  • Family Bingo is on Wednesday, November 7, 2018
  • Simpson Recreation Center will be Closed on Monday, November 12, 2018, in Observance of Veteran’s Day.
  • We are hosting our 2nd Annual Chess Tournament on Saturday, December 8, 2018, we are in need of donated prizes for the top 3 winners in each age group. If you wish to donate items please contact Conor Curry at 215-685-1223 or email us at simpsonrecctr@hotmail.com.
  • The Advisory Council meeting scheduled for November 8, 2018, has been changed to November 15, 2018.
  • Simpson is still in need of an After School Instructor, anyone interested can contact us at simpsonrecctr@hotmail.com.
  • Simpson will be Closed Thursday, November 22, 2018, in Observance of Thanksgiving.

Cynthia Young
Facility Supervisor
Simpson Recreation Center
1010 Arrott Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19124
215-685-1223 Office
215-537-3494 Fax

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Simpson Recreation Center News

Welcome to the fall.  Some may have not heard but renovations to the playground area are tentatively scheduled for Spring 2019.

Simpson is having the following activities:

  • Please note that Simpson Recreation Center’s Hours of operations is Monday-Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  • Puzzle Club Mondays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. must register
  • Arts & Crafts Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. must register.
  • Zumba Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. cost $5.00 per class
  • Family Bingo Wednesday, October 3rd 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. $0.25 per card
  • Simpson RCAC Wednesday, October 3rd, 7:15 p.m.
  • No After School Program on Monday, October 8, 2018.
  • Board Games Thursdays 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Martial Arts Classes Fridays starting at 6:00 p.m.
  • Currently, the After School Program is full and no longer accepting applications.  Registration for the 2019-20 season will begin May 1, 2019.

For information on any of the programs offered at Simpson contact us via email: simpsonrecctr@hotmail.com or 215-685-1223.

Cynthia YoungFacility Supervisor
Simpson Recreation Center
1010 Arrott Street
Philadelphia, Pa 19124
215-685-1223 Office
215-537-3494 Fax

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Simpson Rec Renovation Phase 2

A large crowd turned out to hear the plans for the next phase of the renovation of Simpson Recreation Center on September 18th at the Northwood Civic Association meeting.

Councilwoman Sanchez makes her presentation

The first phase has already been completed with the repairs to the exterior of the building earlier this year.

Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez presented the plan to rehab the Tiny Tots area and install new equipment at a budgeted cost of $300,000 for the project.

Tiny Tots is at present not used because of the condition.

Although the crowd was generally pleased with the improvements, questions were about making improvements to the rest of the facility.  The basketball courts and baseball field get a lot of use and need improvement.

Illustration of the building showing new planting to the right of the entrance replacing equipment shown above.

Sanchez explained that this is the next phase in what must be a long-term plan and she would not make any promises that could not be kept.  She emphasized that the best way for stakeholders to make sure that plans of this type meet their needs is to actively be involved in the Advisory Council at the facility.  That group is part of the planning process.

Construction for the project will begin when the weather breaks in the Spring of 2019.

The next meeting of the Northwood Civic Association will be on October 16th at 7 PM at the Simpson Recreation Center, 1010 Arrott Street.