Editing Cianfrani Park

{{Infobox Park
| name = Cianfrani Park
| image =
| image_caption = Cianfrani Park dog run in South Philadelphia
| type = Neighborhood park / Dog park
| location = South Philadelphia (Passyunk Square)
| coordinates = 39.9270,-75.1660
| area = 1 acre
| established = 2010
| operated_by = Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
| features = Dog park, playground, community garden, bocce courts
| hours = Dawn to dusk
| transit = SEPTA bus routes; walk from Passyunk area
| website = https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder
}}

'''Cianfrani Park''' is a neighborhood park in the [[Passyunk Square]] section of [[South Philadelphia]], known for its popular dog park, community garden, and bocce courts. The park honors '''State Senator Henry "Buddy" Cianfrani''' and serves as a community gathering space in this densely populated neighborhood.<ref name="cianfrani">{{cite web |url=https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/#/locationDetails/2799 |title=Cianfrani Park |publisher=Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |access-date=December 30, 2025}}</ref>

Cianfrani Park transformed a vacant lot into a vital community resource.

== History ==

=== Buddy Cianfrani ===

'''Henry "Buddy" Cianfrani''' (1934-2018):
* Pennsylvania State Senator
* South Philadelphia political figure
* Controversial career
* Park named in his honor

=== Park Development ===

'''2010:''' Park established:
* Former vacant lot
* Community advocacy
* Pennsylvania Horticultural Society involvement
* Dog park and garden focus

== Features ==

=== Dog Park ===

'''Off-leash area:'''
* Fenced dog run
* Popular with South Philly dog owners
* Water available (seasonal)
* Community gathering spot

=== Community Garden ===

'''Urban agriculture:'''
* Plot rentals available
* Community managed
* South Philadelphia Food Co-op connection
* Educational programming

=== Bocce Courts ===

'''Italian-American tradition:'''
* Bocce ball courts
* Reflecting neighborhood heritage
* Free to use
* Community leagues

=== Playground ===

* Small play area
* Age-appropriate equipment
* Safe surfaces

=== Seating ===

* Benches
* Gathering areas
* Neighborhood hangout

== Using the Park ==

=== Dog Park ===

* Off-leash in fenced area
* Popular mornings and evenings
* Social for dogs and owners
* Pick up after dogs

=== Bocce ===

* Free to use
* Bring your own balls or borrow
* Neighborhood leagues play
* Italian-American cultural tradition

=== Garden ===

* Plot rentals through community garden
* Volunteer opportunities
* Harvest events

== Visiting ==

=== Hours ===

* Dawn to dusk
* Year-round access

=== Getting There ===

'''Location:''' 11th and Mifflin Streets, South Philadelphia

'''By Public Transit:'''
* SEPTA Bus 23, 29, 45, 79
* Walk from East Passyunk

'''By Car:'''
* Street parking

=== Tips ===

* The dog park is the main attraction
* Bocce courts are fun—bring friends
* East Passyunk restaurants nearby
* Community garden events in summer

== Neighborhood Context ==

'''Passyunk Square:'''
* Traditional Italian-American neighborhood
* Now diverse community
* Near East Passyunk dining corridor
* Strong neighborhood identity

== Nearby ==

* '''[[Passyunk Square]]''' — Surrounding neighborhood
* '''[[East Passyunk]]''' — Restaurant corridor
* '''[[Marconi Plaza]]''' — South
* '''[[Italian Market]]''' — Northwest

== See Also ==

* [[Passyunk Square]]
* [[East Passyunk]]
* [[South Philadelphia]]
* [[Philadelphia Dog Parks]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==

* [https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Finder]

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[[Category:Parks]]
[[Category:South Philadelphia]]
[[Category:Dog Parks]]
[[Category:Community]]
[[Category:Italian-American]]