At Advantage Tennis Clubs, we pride ourselves on having guided children
along a proven pathway to success for nearly five decades. Beginning
with red balls for our youngest players (age 4), we gradually progress
according to their skills and size.
Our program is led by top-notch coaches with experience teaching at
every level. Whether they’re just starting or aiming for the pro
circuit, we provide the tools to help them reach their full potential
on the court.
Being in the right class is key to having a successful tennis
experience! To ensure this, we offer free 15-minute on-court
evaluations and virtual consultations for new players.
Come visit us today!
Members of the Advantage Junior Development Program receive full
Roosevelt Island Racquet Club membership benefits for the period they
are enrolled in the Junior Program. This means member prices on court
rentals and private lessons with two-week in-advance reservation
privileges.
Watch this fascinating video from the NY Preservation League showing the
renovation of the Roosevelt Island Lighthouse and follow along as architect
Thomas Fenniman takes us inside, up the stairs and to the top of the Lighthouse
A comprehensive restoration led by the team at Thomas A. Fenniman, Architect has ensured that this James Renwick Jr.-designed beacon will continue shining for many more years to come. The project included restoring brick, stone, windows, and doors. Site improvements at the Lighthouse include installation of a new metal spiral staircase, new electrical and LED accent lighting, resetting and installation of new and salvaged stone pavers and curb stones, and the installation of new recessed ground lighting and controls. The project was completed by the construction team of The LIRO Group and ICC Commonwealth.
Now in its 40th year, the League's annual Excellence Awards program allows us to shine a light on the people who are using historic preservation to make all our lives better —through exemplary restoration projects, indispensable publications, individual action, and organizational distinction.
According to November 21 Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) press release:
On Friday, November 15th, the Roosevelt Island Lighthouse Restoration Project
was honored at the New York Preservation League’s 2024 Awards Ceremony as one
of the League’s “Excellence in Historic Preservation” award winners. Accepting
the award on behalf of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) were
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dhruvika Patel Amin,
Ms Amin Standing In Middle Of Picture
along with architect Thomas Fenniman and his team, who designed and led the
restoration project.
“We are humbled that the Lighthouse Restoration Project has been recognized by
the New York Preservation League as one of their 2024 ‘Excellence in Historic
Preservation’ award winners. On behalf of RIOC, we’d like to thank Tom
Fenniman and his outstanding team for their expertise, as well as LIRO Group
and ICC Commonwealth, the construction team that completed the work. The
Lighthouse is a significant piece of island history, and this restoration will
ensure it can continue to be enjoyed by residents and the public for many
years to come,” said Dhruvika Patel Amin, Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer for RIOC.
The Roosevelt Island Lighthouse Restoration Project included extensive work to
restore the brick, stone, windows, and doors of the lighthouse, originally
built in 1872. As noted by the Preservation League in their review of the
project’s award submission, the restoration also included the installation of
a new metal spiral staircase, new electrical and LED accent lighting,
resetting and installation of new and salvaged stone pavers and curbstones,
and the installation of new recessed ground lighting and control systems.
The $3.1 million restoration project was also recognized by the Friends of the
Upper East Side Historic District with their 2023 Rehabilitation Award, and
The New York Landmarks Conservancy, which awarded the project its Lucy G.
Moses Preservation Project Award.
It’s a little bit early but good to see that the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) brought back the popular Santa’s sled and Reindeer Holiday/Christmas decoration
RIOC reports that the annual Holiday Toy Drive starts tomorrow. According to RIOC:
Join us in spreading joy and cheer in support of our Roosevelt Island Youth!Participate in the 5th Annual Holiday Toy Drive by donating brand new children’s toys or games for all ages. Drop-off locations are the Youth Center, the Food Pantry, Roosevelt Island Library, Foodtown, and PSD from November 25th to December 16th. Make a child's holiday season special! For more information, email RIYouthCenter@rioc.ny.gov.
Roosevelt Island is a mixed income, racially diverse waterfront community situated in the East River of New York City between Manhattan and Queens and is jurisdictionally part of Manhattan. The Roosevelt Island Tramway, which connects Roosevelt Island to the rest of Manhattan, has become the iconic symbol of Roosevelt Island to its residents.
The Purpose of this Blog is to provide accurate and timely information about Roosevelt Island as well as a forum for residents to express opinions and engage in a dialogue to improve our community.
