Family Programs
These programs are open to adults and families with and without children. Pre-registration is required for all programs and each person planning to attend these programs MUST be individually pre-registered. All participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian pre-registered to attend with them. If you have registered for a program and need to cancel, please phone or email the Parks and Recreation Office as soon as possible so we can fill your spot. Thank you.
Resident registration for the New 2024 Fall Programs begins September 3, 2024
Non-Resident registration begins September 10, 2024
Join Ann Strauss, a Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Department educator, to discover Halloween potions, solutions and chemistry. This is a hands-on opportunity for children learn about potions, run several simple experiments and explore basic chemistry and magical potion concepts.
Date: Saturday, October 26
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am
Location: Breneman Park Pavilion
Cost: FREE
Ages: 4+
Register by October 23
Join Naturalist Alex Swavely, Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Department, to create your own stunning wildlife string art. Perfect as a lovely Christmas gift or a fabulous piece of art for your home! Craft supplies provided.
Date: Sunday, November 10
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 5+
Register by November 7
Naturalist Ann Strauss of Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Department, will present the mystery of deep space through images from the Hubble and James Webb Telescopes. She’ll discuss what astronomers have learned about our universe in these aw-inspiring images. Bring your curiosity and your sense of wonder!
Date: Tuesday, December 10
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 6+
Register by December 6
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