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The Park and Recreation Board is now on Facebook. Search "Concord Township Parks & Recreation" and click "Ask to Join" to keep up with the latest news.
The seven-member Park and Recreation Board plans and coordinates a variety of events during the year, including the Snowman/Snow Creation Contest, Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Camp, Harvest Festival, Carve out Cancer, and Tree lighting/Photo with Santa.
Park and Recreation Director: Allison O'Donoghue
Board Members:
- George "Gerry" Weinhardt, President
- John D. Small, Jr.
- Denise Martin
- Diane Nugent
- Dan Frattarelli
- Mary Beth Dostillio
- James Conlin
Call Allison O'Donoghue at 610-842-2147 if you have any questions regarding Park and Recreation activities. The Board is interested in any and all ideas you may have for activities. Send your suggestions via e-mail to allison.odonoghue@gmail.com
Park & Recreation Activities
For more information on dates and times, please click here
HARVEST FESTIVAL
40 Bethel Road
Park & Rec holds it yearly festival in October at 40 Bethel Road. Activities include a Halloween costume contest for children (even a separate one for dogs at the dog park), hay rides, pony rides/petting zoo, face and, pumpkin painting, music, antique cars, and more.
Additionally, residents are encouraged to submit their baked goodies for the annual bake contest. Entries will be judged on taste, appearance, and creativity. Baked cakes, pies, cookies should be brought to 40 Bethel Road from 9-11 a.m.
Click here for a list of winners.
CARVE OUT CANCER
Smithbridge Road Walking Trail
Carve Out Cancer is held the same day as the Harvest Festival. Residents, businesses, schools, senior centers, family, and friends are encouraged to participate. Just bring a carved pumpkin to the Concord Township Concession Stand from 4-5:30 p.m. All winning entries will receive a ribbon and recognition in the local paper.
Hot cider, hot chocolate, popcorn, and treats are available for a small fee.
Park & Rec members Jerry Weinhardt, Denise Martin, Mary Beth Dostillio,
Dan Fratterelli, Diane Nugent, John, Small, Allison O'Donoghue
(Director), and Jim Conlin kick off the first annual "Carve Out for
Cancer" event. Pumpkin carved by Michelle Weinhardt.
Summer Camp
The theme for 2011 was "Up, Up and Away". Camp members explored things that go "up" and how they stay in the air. Campers had the opportunity to sit in and play with the controls of a real helicopter named "Stubby" and learned how it works. The children also climbed "up" a rock wall will. They also had an opportunity to explore space and space shuttles, airplanes, balloons, and such.
All campers also enjoyed the usual games and crafts. Many of our counselors have been with us for several years and must undergo a criminal background check.
You must be a resident of the township; the cost is $100.00 per child per week. You may sign up the children for two weeks of your choice. You will then be put on a waiting list for a third, if camp isn't filled to capacity.
Registration takes place at 40 Bethel Road. Checks should be made payable to Concord Township and are non-refundable. Should you need to change the original week, a $25.00 fee will be charged. You may download the two registration forms shown above and bring with you for registration.
All children must be 6 by October 1. The oldest campers will be going into 6th grade.
Snacks and spring water are provided every day. We make sure to check the ingredients for peanuts, oils, and tree and pine nuts.
Snowman/Creation Contest
The Annual Snowman/Creation Contest runs until the end of March. Winners will be presented at a Board of Supervisors spring public meeting. E-mail pictures of your creation with your name and address to to allison.odonoghue@gmail.com.
Easter Egg Hunt
40 Bethel Road
The Easter Bunny arrives annually via fire truck. Have the children bring their baskets to participate in the egg hunt and enjoy snacks, crafts, and more. Children are encouraged to be creative and wear their decorated Easter bonnet for judging and awards. | 
