On September 16 and 17, 2011, P.A.R.K.S. Corporation, a New Jersey community development corporation established through Church of the Holy Communion in Paterson, produced its first annual Shakespeare event at their park at 333-335 Ellison Street, Paterson. Taking part in these two performances were some dozen Episcopalians, many from St. James’ Church in Upper Montclair, as well as children from a local homeless shelter.
The purpose of P.A.R.K.S. is to provide a secure, pocket-sized park for play, early childhood development and extended educational opportunity. Through events such as this production and other cultural promotions and workshops, P.A.R.K.S. hopes to facilitate access to insights and knowledge for young people destined to compete in a global economy.
People interested in the work of P.A.R.K.S., including acting in next year’s production, are invited to contact Tim Evans at 973-895-4958 or TJEvanssnoopy@yahoo.com.
