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Are you looking to enjoy a leisurely summer day lounging in a New York City Park? Perhaps you're looking for a green space that's less popular than Central Park and more intimate than Washington Square. Well, the perfect Big Apple park may be closer then you think. The St. Vartan's Park located at 35th Street and First Avenue is one of NYC's lesser known urban retreats. An outdoor oasis for thousands of New York residents, St. Vartan's Park is a part of what makes New York so wonderful. Children of all ages, races and religions enjoy this park daily, creating a feeling of community involvement that you wouldn't expect in NYC. Nestled amongst the skyscrapers of Manhattan, St. Vartan's Park is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy a lazy New York City afternoon. St. Vartan's Park may not be as glamorous as other Big Apple park spaces, but it is able to provide customers of Action Car Rentals in New York City with a soothing sense of home. And sometimes, that's all you really need.

A Park with Soul

St. Vartan's Park in Manhattan is quite unlike any other NYC park. Established in 1991, St Vartan's Park hosts a special community program called the St. Vartan's Play Group. Sponsored by the NYC Department of Parks and recreation, the St. Vartan's Play Group provides local kids and parents with an affordable outdoor activity program. This not-for-profit cooperative for parents and children between the ages of two and four is based on structured playtime and a friendly involvement. In a city like NYC it's tough to provide kids with an old-fashioned neighborhood environment, but customers of Action Car Rentals in New York City see it at St. Vartan's everyday. St. Vartan's Park stands as an example of a parent-driven alternative to commercial play centers through the focus of total community involvement. If you're planning on taking a family vacation to New York City during the next few months, Action Car Rentals in New York City highly recommends stopping by the park for an afternoon. Kids can run free without worry in this local safe haven, so what are you waiting for? Enjoy an afternoon in St. Vartan's Park today.

A Quick History Lesson

Opened in 1904 as St. Gabriel's Park, this one-square-block patch of grass and playground was renamed in 1978. It now honors the Armenian Cathedral located on 2nd Avenue. Customers of Action Car Rentals in New York City may not know that Vartan was a general who fought against Persians during a religious war in Albania. Today, the park continues to stand as an icon of integrity and freedom, providing visitors with a safe place for family fun. St. Vartan's Park is also the only park located in Manhattan's '30s neighborhood, making it a popular choice for school children. A number of jungle gyms are located on the site, as well as swing sets and picnic tables. Customers of Action Car Rentals in New York City are encouraged to pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic on the park's lawns. St Vartan's Park is also located just minutes from the Queens-Midtown Tunnel as well as a number of charming residential areas. Times Square and the Theater District are both just a short drive away from this outdoor oasis as well, so don't be afraid to stop by during a day of chaotic sightseeing.

Are you interested in learning more about St. Vartan's Park and the programs offered there? If so, please feel free to contact the St. Vartan's Play Group at 1-212-447-6035. Family classes are offered (depending on demand) Monday through Thursday at 10:30 - 1:00pm. Various arts and crafts projects are also offered emphasizing the spirit of play and creation. A fun family afternoon is waiting for you inside St. Vartan's Park, so why wait. Pack up your rental car and enjoy an afternoon in New York's lesser known treasure - St. Vartan's Park.

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