GRAYS FERRY - A woman wants to give kids a safe place to play and she’s doing it all on her own terms. But, she could use the public’s help this summer.This week, across the Delaware Valley, it’s been a scorcher.
What may not be known, in the way of heat relief, is a little known secret waterworks getaway tucked right in the heart of Grays Ferry and it’s free, for all ages."Since it’s been in the high 80s since July started, we set up our outdoor garden with chairs, two pools donated and we have a sprinkler!" Tiffany Durkson exclaimed. "We just want children to be able to come and play."Durkson is the mastermind behind an elegant and safe green space on the 1300 block of 33rd Street.
She is the Advocacy Program Manager of Studio Ludo. They specialize in building sustainable playgrounds, but the green space is her brainchild.She says the response from neighborhood families has been overwhelmingly positive. "They love it!
Just coming here, some children are in camp, but we’re open until six, so they normally come after camp. I would say from 3 to 6 p.m.