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Summer Playground Programs in Lebanon County

June 4, 2014
As my oldest Macaroni is just now in school, I'm finally catching on about the summer playground programs available at several locations in Lebanon County. Below you'll find some details on each location as well as information to follow up if you're interested!

Cleona Community Park
Located on S. Garfield Street
Open to area families with all ages of children. Young children may participate with an adult.
FREE program. 
Playground program begins June 16 and runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Keep up with details on their facebook page.

Jackson Meadows, Myerstown
Located behind the Lantern Lodge, on Jackson Avenue.
Open to Jackson Township residents between the ages of 6 and 14.
A $10 family donation is requested to help defray activity costs.
Program runs from June 9-August 15. Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. -12 p.m., 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m.
Registration form is available on their facebook page. Registration only open through June 20.

Progressive Playground, Lebanon
Located at East Weidman & 1st Street
Open to Lebanon City residents between the ages of 6-12.
Program begins June 16 and will run Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For more details, contact the Lebanon YMCA.



Richland Playground
Located behind the Borough building on Park Street.
Open to children who will be starting kindergarten this fall through those entering 8th grade.
FREE program.
Program runs June 23-August 8 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Show up the first day to sign up. Contact babavoydik@hotmail.com for more information.

Sixth Street Playground, Lebanon
Located on S. 6th Street
Open to school-age children age 6-12
FREE program.
Program starts June 23 and runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sign up at the park whenever you attend.
Also, starting June 9, a FREE lunch program will be offered for city residents age 18 and under from 12-1 p.m.
Email szook@snitzcreek.com for more information.

White Swan Park, Millcreek Township/Newmanstown
Located off S. Sheridan Road.
Open to children age 5-15 as of June 1. Younger children may participate if a parent stays to supervise.
One-time registration of $10 per child, $5 for additional siblings.
Program runs June 16-August 8 from 9:30 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Optional afternoon trips and activities, occasional evening family events.
Register at the playground on June 16 or any day after. Email newmanstownrecboard@yahoo.com for more information.