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Parks & Recreation
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Buchanan Park
This 22 acre park is home to many different types of recreation. There are 4 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, play ground equipment, a softball field, swings and a pavilion with picnic tables. In May, the park also hosts a carnival each year. In addition to the field area, there is a community pool that is open during the summer. The park is located directly behind the college on Race and Buchanan Avenues. For more information online: [website]
Linear Park
The 2-3 block Linear Park of Lancaster includes; a walking path, an exercise loop, basketball courts, play ground equipment and swings. The walking path travels from Lemon Street just west of Prince Street to Harrisburg Pike.
Market Street Kids Park
Newly restored in April 2005 by the students at the Upper School at Lancaster Country Day School, the Market Street Kids Park is now a comfortable and safe place for children to spend the afternoon. It is home to playground equipment and benches. Though it is a smaller park, it contains enough space and safety for the children of the adjacent neighborhood.
Rotary Park
The Lancaster Rotary Club with support from Lancaster Historical Society, the City, the James Street Improvement District and the Lancaster Alliance has unveiled the new Rotary Park and sculpture on October 5, 2005. The park is located at the intersection of Prince and James. The sculpture depicts children grabbing the end of a bat to settle a dispute or decide the first at bat. It is titled, "Let the Kids Play" and also allows for another person to join in.
Shreiner's Cemetery
Shreiner's Cemetery was founded in 1836 and during that time, it was open to anyone regardless of race. It is located at Chestnut and Mulberry Streets. The cemetery has also been named Concord Cemetery. Because of the historical significance of the cemetery there are some historical figures buried there.
For more information regarding the parks, please contact the Parks Department at, 717-291-4842 or online: [website]
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Lancaster Family YMCA
Located at 514 North Queen Street the Lancaster Family YMCA has become a center for families in the community. Due to its after-school programs it has provided a safe place for children to play and socialize with their friends. For more information about the YMCA please contact them directly at, 717-397-7474 or online: [website]
Boys and Girls Club
It offers a wide range of programs in areas such as the Arts, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, Heath & Life Skills, Education & Career Development and Character & Leadership Development. These programs help the children of the community to plan their futures. The Jack Walter Clubhouse, located at 233 W. Lemon Street, the Boys and Girls Club is an easy commute or walk from the District’s schools. For more information about The Boys and Girls Club please contact them directly at, 717-392-6342 or online: [website]
The Lancaster Recreation Commission
The Lancaster Recreation Commission was founded in 1909. It is a nonprofit organization that provides recreational activities for the community all year round. The community programs offered by the Commission are for all ages and they vary from sports activities to cultural events. For more information regarding recreation in the district please contact Lancaster Recreation Commission at, 717-392-2115 or online: [website]
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Dinner & A Movie
Thursday, July 24
Movie starts at 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy dinner Downtown followed by a free movie. Bring yo... [more info] |
Lancaster Barnstormers vs. Newark Bears
Sunday, July 27
6:05 p.m. [more info] |
SABVI Vision Impairment Education Workshop (V.I.E.W.)
Wednesday, July 30
10 a.m. - Noon
This Vision Impairment Educatio... [more info] |
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