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Chelsea Piers To Partner With
Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York
Chelsea Piers to Provide Scholarships
to "Littles,"
Host Kick-Off Party, Donate Passes, and More
(New York, NY - April 22, 2005) - Chelsea Piers
is delighted to announce that it will work with Big Brothers Big
Sisters of New York (BigsNYC) on an initiative to promote fitness
and active lifestyles for BigsNYC's 3,000 "bigs" and "littles." This
initiative is part of Chelsea Piers' 10th Anniversary Celebration
that will continue throughout the year.
Chelsea Piers will open its doors to BigsNYC by providing complimentary
passes that can be used by the Big Brothers and Big Sisters during
weekend outings with their "littles." These passes can be used
for ice-skating, in-line skating, batting cages, and golf; older
teens will be able to work out at the Sports Center health club.
In addition, BigsNYC will enjoy a kick-off skating event at Sky
Rink at Chelsea Piers in May. BigsNYC will also be invited to attend
complimentary CP FIT events that are scheduled in July, August
and September 2005.
Additionally, the Chelsea Piers Youth Scholarship Fund has agreed
to provide scholarships for "littles" to attend the Chelsea Piers
Summer Sports Camp and fitness classes that utilize kid-friendly
muscle toning and cardio equipment to both encourage and motivate
children while introducing them to innovative and fun new ways
to exercise.
"We are grateful that one of NYC's homeruns, Chelsea Piers, is
opening its doors so that our matches, the Big Brothers and Sisters
and their 'Littles' will have an opportunity for active experiences," said,
Allan Luks, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC. "What
better way to share an afternoon together than while skating, working
out or playing baseball? What better way to teach the importance
of good health while bringing folks from different backgrounds
together than through good old-fashioned athletic activities," added
Luks.
"Chelsea Piers is excited to be partnering with Big Brothers Big
Sisters of New York," commented Dana B. Thayer, Senior Vice President
of Chelsea Piers. "Many of the 'Bigs' are already our customers,
so we know that this program will be enthusiastically embraced.
We look forward to welcoming the children enrolled in the BigsNYC
program and hope to help encourage them to pursue healthy, active
lifestyles."
About Chelsea Piers
The Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex is a 30-acre waterfront
sports village located between 18th and 23rd Streets along Manhattan's
Hudson River. Opened in 1995, Chelsea Piers has transformed four historic,
long-neglected piers into a major center for public recreation and waterfront
access. Situated on Piers 59, 60, 61 and 62 and in the headhouse that
connects them, the Complex features over 28 sports and several entertainment
venues.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City
Since 1904 Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City (BigsNYC) has been
creating programs to address the very latest issues (immigrant youth,
racial tensions, teen moms, 9/11, new legislation to protect children
from abuse) and inspiring adults and corporations to immeasurably enrich
a child's life as well as their own by volunteering. BigsNYC is the
first formalized mentoring program in the United States. Its case managers
carefully screen adults who are interested in spending 6-10 hours a
month with school-age children, primarily from single-parent families.
Accepted volunteers are matched for a minimum of one year. For more
information, visit: BigsNYC.org or call: 1-888-BigsNYC.
CONTACT:
Erica Schietinger
Phone: 212.336.6870
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC:
John S. Winkleman
Phone: 212.996.0443
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