by Jen G 
Aside from sitting in a/c watching Twin Peaks, which I recommend (aka heaven!) – here are other ways to stay cool in this motherf’in’ heat:
• Take a dip! The McCarren Park Pool is open from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Open a fire hydrant! Spray caps can be obtained by an adult 18 or over, free of charge, at local firehouses. More info here.
• Borrow a kid! Sprinklers (now…
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