Introducing our Summer Playground program designed to get your children out of the house and active in a safe, inclusive and supportive activity. Our dedicated staff are committed to providing a positive environment for all participants. Your children will learn new skills, become more confident, and make new friends. 

• Who: Children ages 6-14
  (Children must be 6 years of age by June 17, 2024)
• What: 8 weeks of organized FUN!
• When: Mon-Fri, June 17-August 9 (no July 4) 9 am-12 noon
• Where:
  Elizabethtown Community Park
  Elizabethtown BIC Church

Fee: $90/child for the entire Summer!! ($100 for non-residents)

Only full time registrations will be accepted this year. Registration is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Note to Parents: The Summer Playground Program is designed to provide activities for children and is not a substitute for childcare. Attendance is not mandatory or enforced. Be sure to inform your child of your expectations regarding attendance. Pre-registration is required.

Energetic and enthusiastic playground leaders will guide participants in active games, board games, sports, tournaments, arts & crafts and much more! Schedule of weekly activities will be posted. Check out this exciting program designed to fill your child’s summer with fun!

• Who: Children ages 6-14  (Children must be 6 years of age by June 17, 2024)
• What: 8 weeks of organized FUN!
• When: Mon-Fri, 9 am-12 noon, June 17-August 9 (No July 4)
• Where: Fuhrman Park (Rock Point Road)

Fee: $90/child for the entire Summer!! ($100 for non-residents)

Only full time registrations will be accepted this year (no drop-ins). Registration is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.

Note to Parents: The Summer Playground Program is designed to provide activities for children and is not a substitute for childcare. Attendance is not mandatory or enforced. Be sure to inform your child of your expectations regarding attendance. Pre-registration is required.

GEARS will also be providing a Summer Playground site at War Memorial Park in the Marietta Borough (register at Marietta Borough Office)

Marietta Borough Summer Playground Form

Children of any skill level will learn the fundamentals of tennis using the RED Quick Start tennis balls. In addition to tennis skills they will learn agility, balance and coordination. All skills needed for improvement in any sport.  Carley Furlow, Level I Certified Instructor, will teach age appropriate skills. Ages 4-6

• M-Th   June 24-27 (I)   July 15-18 (II)
• 9-9:45 am
• Etown HS Tennis Courts
• $65 ($75 NR)

Participants will focus on building tennis fundamentals with emphasis on the FUN! At least two different courts will provide quality instruction for all skill levels. Camp will focus on learning proper techniques, while cultivating a love of the sport through drills and games. Carley Furlow, Level I Certified Instructor will instruct.  Ages 7-12

• M-TH June 24-27 (I) July 15-18 (II)
  • 10-11:15 am
• Etown HS Tennis Courts
• $75 ($85 NR)

Players will develop and improve skills through conditioning, stroke development and strategy. Camp is for current or aspiring high school tennis players. Instructed by EAHS Varsity Tennis Coach, Brenda McBride. Ages 13-17

• M-TH June 24-27 (I)   July 15-18 (II)
• 7-8:30 pm
• Etown HS Tennis Courts
• $80 ($90 NF)

Strike into the summer! Lessons will include arm swing, 4 step approach, targeting and spare making. Clearview Lanes staff will instruct. Ages 8-12

• M-Th  July 22-25
• 6:30-7:45 pm
• Clearview
• $50 ($60 NR)