Families in Morris Park broke out the skates, blades and boards Friday for a Halloween Skate Party at Loreto Playground hosted by Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, New York City Council Member Kristy Marmorato and the Morris Park Business Improvement District (BID).
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. children in the district and their families skated around the outdoor track accompanied by a live DJ, then later hoped to score one of the Halloween themed giveaways.
Borough President Gibson geared up with rollerblades and knee pads to get physical and take on the track with Morris Park Residents.
“Together, we are fostering connections with our community and encouraging healthy, active lifestyles for our residents,” Gibson said.
Councilmember Marmorato, dressed as a purple butterfly with silver roller skates, talked about the importance of family and community activities.
“As someone who brings my own daughter to Loreto Playground, I know firsthand how important events and parks are for the families in our community,” said Marmorato. “It means so much to be able to provide this Halloween celebration for our neighbors, creating a space for kids and parents to have fun, skate, and make memories together. And as a roller skater myself, it’s a joy to share that experience with the community and my own daughter.”
Go! Sports NYC, a community based organization that teaches skating sports, including inline and skateboarding to NYC students, provided skating equipment and protective gear for skaters at the event.

“As a Bronx-based organization, Go Sports NYC is proud to continue working with the Bronx Borough President’s office and bringing our fun-filled skate events to our wonderful communities and the amazing people of the Bronx,” said Ray Mendez, Founder of Go! Sports NYC.
For more information on spooky events this Halloween season, check out “What’s Happening”, the Bronx Times comprehensive guide of things to do in the Bronx.