East Harlem Residents Dive into Summer Fun as Mayor Zohran Mamdani Kicks Off Pool Season. In a refreshing start to the weekend, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani made a bold statement by taking the plunge and jumping into the newly reopened Thomas Jefferson Pool in East Harlem. The pool's grand reopening marks a welcome return to summertime fun for the local community, offering a much-needed respite from the city's sweltering heat. As the mayor showed his enthusiasm for the occasion, pool-goers can expect a summer filled with recreation, community events, and a chance to cool off in the heart of Harlem.


Mayor Zohran Mamdani kicked off the weekend with a splash and jumped into Thomas Jefferson Pool in East Harlem to celebrate the opening.