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Plumstead Park and Recreation
Upcoming Schedule of Events
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Dear Plumstead Park and Recreation Friends -
Warm Winter Wishes to All! We wanted to take a moment and give everyone an little update and a "look ahead" as to what we have planned in the next few months.
We welcomed Jim Knepp to our Committee last month! Jim replaces our old friend Mike Snyder who remains a lifetime friend of our committee. Mike brought a sense of humor along with a positive, can-do attitude! We will miss Mike at our regular meetings, but look forward to seeing him at our many events!
Please continue reading to see what we've been up to! Also , special note from our friends from the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) of Plumstead.
Sincerely,
Your Park and Rec Commission |
| Amateur Ice Hockey at Landis Park! | | |
Have you ice skated here yet?
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We welcome your ideas, suggestions and thoughts! Write us or join us at a meeting!
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Parks: For Enjoying, NOT Destroying
Get outdoors and enjoy what is yours! Pack a picnic...Go fishing...Play baseball...Go ice-skating...Swing on a playground...Enjoy a scenic walk on a nature trail...
Plumstead Township maintains four public parks for your enjoyment:
- Allohaken Park (4731 Landisville Road at Bergstrom Road)
- Owls Nest Park (5367 Silo Hill Road)
- Jennifer Schweitzer Park (5651 Potters Lane)
- Landis Park (4060 Gregory Drive)
While you are encouraged to take advantage of the parks, please do not abuse them by leaving litter behind. Our parks have no garbage cans, so we are expected to leave parks without a trace of our visit. The strict carry in / carry out policy means leaving with all our trash, including food scraps, food packaging, drink containers and dog waste. Please report any maintenance concerns (e.g., damaged equipment) to Plumstead Township Public Works at 215-766-0189, and report any emergencies to the police by calling 911.
The township will do its s part to provide safe, well-maintained open space for residents to enjoy, but we need to do our part to ensure that our parks stay clean.
For more information about parks and park policies, please visit this website: http://www.plumstead.org/parks.html or call public works at 215-766-0189. |
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MARCH 2013
Community Egg Stuffin'
Great Grizzly 5K and Fun Run
Spring Egg Hunt | | |
SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2013
 Community Egg-Stuffing!
Plumstead Township Building on Stump Road (5186 Stump Road)
Start Time: 10a.m. until approx. 1p.m. Show up whenever it fits into your schedule...you do not need to stay the entire time.
On Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 to 1:00 Plumstead Tow nship is in need of many hands to help stuff candy into eggs to prepare for the annual egg hunt. Last year, because of many community members, we were able to stuff 10,000 eggs in less than 2 hours.
We welcome everyone ages 2 - 99 to come out and be part of this event again.
- This is a great opportunity for community service commitments!
- Who Comes? Any and all ages can come and help.
- We do ask that students in 6th grade and under have one chaperone present.
- Groups are welcomed, but will need a chaperone present who will be responsible for the students.
- Children in 7th grade and above may come without a chaperone.
- If your scout troop, CCD class, ect. needs proof of volunteer hours, letters are available upon request.
Contact for the day: Donna DeStefano www.plumsteadparkandrec.org
SUNDAY, MARCH 10th 
Great Grizzly 5K and Fun Run
This fun run and 5K is a great family event! The Great Grizzly was founded to help teh Groveland E.S. students, families and community focus on the benefits and fun of fitness, the Groveland Elementary Home and School Association is hosting the 7th annual Groveland Great Grizzly 5K Race. At Groveland, we are committed to helping students live a healthier lifestyle. This event is one of the many ways in which our school and neighborhoods come together as a caring community and exemplify Groveland's principles of respect, responsibility, good sportsmanship and cooperation.
So, come out and support two Great Organizations! Proceeds from the Great Grizzly 5k event will go to support the Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company and the Groveland Elementary School Fitness & Wellness Programs.
SUNDAY, MARCH 24! Annual Spring Egg Hunt!
Tohickon Middle School
Start Time - 2p.m.
All kids ages 0-9 years are invited to come and participate! A parent or guardian must accompany all children.
Be sure to check your child's eggs immediately for prize slips! Please note that some candy may contain peanuts
Age Groups:
- Age 0-2
- Age 3-4
- Age 5-6
- Age 7,8 &9
Sponsored by the Plumstead Township Park & Recreation Committee
*** Middle and high school youth volunteers are needed to help with this event. To volunteer for community service hours, please contact Donna DeStefano
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April
Winter Festival (New Event) Planning Meeting
Community Tree Planting Event | | |
APRIL 11, 2013
Informational Planning Meeting for the 1st Annual Winter Festival in Plumstead Township
The Plumstead Park & Rec Committee is planning a NEW EVENT! We are actively seeking community and business participation!
The committee is moving the tree lighting to a new park facility on Rt. 611 and will invite local vendors and businesses to be a part of the event. Think Winter Festival in Plumstead!
An informational meeting is planned for Thursday April 11 at the Township Building. We will present our ideas and ask for volunteers to sign up to head committees at that time. We will host the presentation two separate times on April 11. The first session will be at 10:00 AM, second presentation will be at 6:30 PM.
The information sessions will be for one hour and will present the same information.
Our vision is to have our community come together to celebrate the season, learn about our local business partners, make crafts, hear singing groups, watch the tree be lit, and bring Santa to our workshop for the kids. The Plumstead Holiday Winter Festival we hope will become a favorite family tradition, and you can be a part of its creation! Come learn and be part of the planning.
or call the Plumstead Township building and give your name. We hope to see you there!
APRIL 20, 2013
Arbor Day Tree Plantings! Join Us!
- Landis Park 
The Plumstead Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) will host a tree-planting event in honor of Arbor Day, on Saturday, April 20th at 11:00 am. Six maple trees will be planted along Miriam Drive, near the intersection of Applebutter Road. The planting is expected to take approximately one to two hours. Come lend a hand, and learn proper tree-planting techniques and the benefits of trees along an asphalt-paved road. Be sure to bring boots, gardening gloves and a shovel -- and be prepared to get dirty! |
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