You see, I'm comfortable talking with strangers, that's what I practice, being able to talk to kids and engage with them. That's where I'm comfortable the most. That's just my reality.

Maria Hernandez Park

Maria Hernandez Park is a municipal park in Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York City. It is located between Knickerbocker Avenue on the southwest to Irving Avenue on the northeast, and Starr Street on the northwest to Suydam Street on the southeast. The park is 6.87 acres (2.78 ha) and is near the Jefferson Street station of the New York City Subway (L train). The park has four wheelchair-accessible entrances. It has a newly-renovated basketball court, handball court, fitness equipment, spray showers and benches, and a newly built performance stage. The playground was rebuilt with brand new equipment as a result of funds from the mayor and the city council.

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