Bobbie Lewis Jr. Playground

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Wasn’t Bobbie Lewis Jr a legend? This playground a testament to his life. Right here on Harbor Road in Staten Island stands the Bobbie Lewis Jr Playground. It wasn’t always this way. For 87 years this spot was another playground. Old worn out and tired. Then came the Community Parks Initiative. Millions were invested in small parks like this. This playground was reborn. The old equipment gone replaced with modern play structures. Swings and slides for kids of all ages. But more than just new equipment. This is a memorial. A tribute to a man who loved his community. Bobbie Lewis Jr wasn’t just a basketball star. He was a coach and referee. He ran free summer camps keeping kids off the streets. He was a mentor a positive influence. His family even his mom recalls his devotion to helping younger generations. His daughter Aaliyah following in his footsteps is now a physical education teacher and coach. Bobbie Lewis Jr’s legacy lives on. Not just in the hearts of those who knew him but in this vibrant playground. A place where kids can play and learn and remember a great man. A place where generations will connect with his story. This isn’t just a playground it’s a living monument to Bobbie Lewis Jr. Come and experience it. Let the joy of this place remind you of a life well lived. A life dedicated to community and to the kids. Come play at Bobbie Lewis Jr Playground.

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