Thousands of New Yorkers visited the 1960s and '70s and played classic street games including double dutch, pogo sticking, hula-hoops, and lemon twist with thousands of New Yorkers. Parks' Pearl the Squirrel, WABC-TV's Carolina Leid, and the Knicks' John Starks were on hand to lead the fun!
"Street Games is a throwback to a time before i-gadgets and internet, when having fun meant making friends and sweating a little," said Commissioner Benepe. ". All the games and activities at Street Games, from double dutch to stickball, can be played at almost all city parks and take no time to learn! I'd like to thank Disney for being our partner since the event made its debut in 2007, and all our sponsors for helping us kick it old school again in 2011."Street Games brings back the classic street games from the '60s and '70s and introduces them to a new generation with a modern twist! New Yorkers of all ages tried pogo sticks, double-dutch, hula hoops, and yo-yos while listening to the sound of Motown, Rock 'N' Roll, and Soul. The event also featured a special performance by The Dance Theater of Harlem. Participants also learned about healthy foods, different ways to prepare things, and the benefits that different foods provide at the Healthy Eating Zone.Videos