Tag: Marian Anderson Recreation Center

Graduate Hospital: Ryan Howard Facility Proves A Hit With Young Ballplayers

October 31, 2016 Mary R Salisbury 1

Although Ryan Howard‘s time with the Philadelphia Phillies has come to an end, his impact in Philadelphia is far from over. On a rainy fall night, more than a dozen aspiring baseball players worked on their swings at [continue reading…]

South Philadelphia: “If You Understand the Past, Then You Can Understand the Direction You’re Moving In.”

February 16, 2016 Michael A Guise 0

When Steve Bandura gathers his baseball team, the Anderson Monarchs, at the Marian Anderson Recreation Center each year, his goal for them is to provide opportunity. The 54-year-old is known for being coach of Mo’ne [continue reading…]

South Philadelphia: Recreation Center Keeps Kids Off the Streets

February 25, 2013 0

Named after the first African-American woman to sing at the White House, the Marian Anderson Recreation Center has been standing since 1958. Located at 740 S. 17th St., the rec center was once the home court [continue reading…]