Parks & Rec asks families to mark their calendars now and ‘Refuel at the Rec’ on school district holidays

Students can visit City recreation centers and playgrounds to receive free, nutritious meals on school holidays during winter, spring breaks. Parks & Rec will distribute the meals on a first-come, first-served basis between mid-afternoon and early evening. Families can call their nearest participating recreation center to confirm hours of service. The meals are only for children and teenagers up to 18 years old, and must be eaten on-site. More here.

Select Philadelphia recreation centers and playgrounds will provide free meals for children up to 18 years old on the following days:

• December 27, 2021

• December 28, 2021

• December 29, 2021

• December 30, 2021

• For 2022: January 3, February 1, April 11, 12, 13, 14.

Facilities available in the neighborhood are: Cruz Recreation Center, Towey Recreation Center, and East Poplar Playground.

A full list of participating facilities (food sites, student, senior & outdoor meal sites) besides additional information about food resources is available online.