11/03/2023
We're excited to see the Teen Company Jazz Dancer's perform!
Come out for a good time and support our Teen Company Jazz Dancer's in this year's Holiday Jam. Make someone's Christmas bright by donating to the Toy Drive.
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11/03/2023
We have plenty of dog fans in Lower Paxton! Tell your friends about Paws 2 Read.
Paws 2 Read encourages children of all reading levels to read to the easiest and most willing audience โ a dog! Join us at several of our library locations to meet some furry friends and get your child to practice their reading. Each attendee will read to a registered therapy dog for about 15 minutes. Visit https://buff.ly/39Jg7A1 to check out available dates and locations.
11/02/2023
Want to keep up your basketball skills during winter?
CDABA (Central Dauphin Area Basketball Association) is running a 2023-2024 winter season.
Learn more at https://www.teampages.com/organizations/14963
Elementary and middle school ages will start in late Nov./ early Dec. High school boys will start late Dec. and the season runs until mid Feb.
Lower Paxton's Brightbill Basketball summer league registration opens Feb. 12, and closes Mar. 29 at 4:00pm. League play starts June 3 and ends July 30. Registration https://bit.ly/LPbballregister
11/01/2023
Be sure to sign up the kiddos early because this camp is popular! Games, crafting, music and more.
Snack provided. Bring a brown bag lunch and water bottle.
10/31/2023
Be on the lookout this evening for trick-or-treaters in Lower Paxton. Have fun everyone!!
Remember we'd love to see your costume photos, submit to bit.ly/LPBestPics
10/30/2023
Need to get some holiday shopping done? Drop off the kids at Sitters Club this Friday, 11/3. They'll have a blast!
10/27/2023
Join Master Gardener, Stephen, at Lamplight Park on 10/28 at 10:00am for a discussion on cleaning up your yard and garden this fall. You'll learn some time saving tips!
10/26/2023
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๐ปLittle goblins, superheroes, and witches, as you embark on your candy quest, don't forget to stay safe. Remember to use sidewalks, cross streets at crosswalks, and always have a responsible adult accompany you. Reflective costumes or accessories are a great idea to ensure you're visible in the dark!
10/26/2023
10/25/2023
Ferns will be the feature topic for one of the final discussions in 2023. Come learn about this ancient and often underused plant and take a deep-dive into gardening for wildlife. Your landscape can be both beautiful and functional. This program is a collaboration between the Penn State Master Gardeners and Dauphin County's Wildwood Park.
10/24/2023
Botanical Gardens and model trains will be sure to put you in the holiday spirit! Weโre inviting you on a motorcoach trip to the New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show on December 7, 2023.
This tour includes roundtrip transportation, admission to the New York Botanical Garden, the New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show, a narrated garden tram tour, and free time to explore the exhibition, gardens and gift shop on your own.
Learn more and book today by calling Boscovโs Travel Camp Hill at 717-763-1100 or emailing [email protected]
10/23/2023
You'll be amazed by the photos and stories at these events!! Be sure to stop by the East Shore Library to see the artifacts display.
Our next presentation is November 2nd at 6:30 to be held at 425 Prince Street
10/21/2023
Be transported to a miniature wonderland as model trains zip through an enchanting display of more than 190 New York landmarks, each delightfully recreated from natural materials all set in the beauty of the New York Botanical Garden.
Experience this wonderland for yourself by joining us on a motorcoach trip to the NY Botanical Graden Holiday Train show on December 7, 2023.
Learn more and book today by calling Boscovโs Travel Camp Hill at 717-763-1100 or emailing [email protected]
10/21/2023
Trail maintenance today at Kohl Park from 9:00 - 11:00am. Don't forget to wear long sleeves and bring your gloves.
10/20/2023
The season begins this week. Maybe join next year to stay active all winter with matches played at Dauphin County Technical School.
10/19/2023
Join us 10/21 9:00am - 11:00am at Kohl Park for trail maintenance. Bring a group of friends, family or even your sports team for some outdoor time.
10/19/2023
Have you stopped by East Shore Area Library to view our latest edition of Limelight on Local Artists, The Library's partnership with Lower Paxton Township Arts Council, featuring Steve Barber's artwork? Make sure to stop by anytime from October to December to check out the beautiful artwork on display.
10/17/2023
If you thought DJ Earl rocked the music at Fall Fest, then come out to Holiday Jam to hear his holiday playlist.
Holiday Jam - free community event
Location: Dauphin County Heroes Grove
Time: 4:00 to 6:00pm.
10/16/2023
Our very first photo submissions from the community - A 90th birthday party for Vickie Harle's dad with all his family at George Park. Looks like it was a fantastic celebration!
You can submit your best photos around the community at bit.ly/LPBestPics
10/16/2023
All students in the Central Dauphin School District are encouraged to play - public, private, and cyber schools.
Anyone interested in coaching, please contact Jason McIllenny at [email protected]
10/13/2023
Winter league is underway with 31 teams. We're pumped that the number of men's teams doubled this season to 8!
10/12/2023
Today Is National Farmer's Day!! You can show support for the hard working farmers in our area by buying produce and goods at a farmer's market. This fall try visiting a farm to pick your own pumpkins!
When you see farm equipment on the road give them the extra space they need to keep everyone safe.
10/11/2023
Soak in the beauty of our area parks and demonstration gardens. See what's blooming and learn about plants and flowers. This program is supported by Dauphin County Parks & Rec and Highmark's "Get Healthy" initiative.
10/10/2023
A big "THANK YOU" to Haldeman Farms for providing a hay wagon for our Fall Fest! Of course, the hayride was the most popular activity at George Park.
Remember when you see tractors and farm equipment on the road slow down and give them plenty of space.
10/10/2023
There were plenty of hands-on and discovery activities for kids at the Paxtonia 34 Fire Company Open House on Sunday. Thank you for serving our community in so many ways!
10/09/2023
This support group meets twice in Oct. on the 12th & 26th at 6:45pm. All are welcome.
10/09/2023
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๐ณWe're excited to share the latest updates about Lower Paxtonโs multi-year park revitalization project!
๐Curious about the progress so far? Want to see what's coming next? ๐๐พ๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ ๐ข๐๐ฅ & ๐ข๐ค๐ง๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐ค:: https://bit.ly/LPaxParksImprovements
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10/09/2023
๐ฉDon't miss all the Friendship Senior Center activities planned for October! View and download your guide now!
๐ https://bit.ly/FSCOctober2023
10/07/2023
Lower Paxton Township will be participating in this free community event featuring fire safety demonstrations, fire prevention education, and raffle prizes.
This Open House will be hosted at the Paxtonia Fire Company (125 South Johnson Street, Harrisburg, PA 17112.) See you there!
10/06/2023
The Historical Commission has joined the Limelight on Local Artists campaign at the East Shore library with an artifacts display. Stop by the Open House tomorrow 10/7 between 2:00 - 4:00pm to meet local artist Steve Barber. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3PAU54k
10/05/2023
This Friday, 10/6 plan a night out on the town while the little ones stay entertained with games and crafts at Sitters Club.
6:00 to 9:00pm at the Municipal Center
Ages 3 to 10 (must be potty trained)
$27 R $30 NR ($5 sibling discount on fee)
Fee includes pizza dinner.
10/03/2023
We're kicking off our fall garden talks hosted by the Penn State Master Gardeners. Come out to hear some valuable gardening tips and ask questions.
10/7 Compost Talk
10/28 Fall Clean-up Time
09/30/2023
๐ Lower Paxton's Fall Fest at George Park was an absolute blast on Saturday!
๐The pumpkin carving contest was a hit, and we were blown away by the creativity on display. Congrats to the Rapp family -- Allison, Jesse and 15-month-old Maice -- for winning Best Painted Pumpkin and Scariest and Smallest Pumpkin
๐A big shoutout to everyone who joined in the fun โ your energy and enthusiasm made this event truly special. ๐
๐คTo learn about future events, visit https://www.lowerpaxton-pa.gov/163/Programs-Events
09/30/2023
Setting up for Fall Festival. Hope to see you today at George Park from 1:30-5-30 for this FREE Community Event!
09/30/2023
FALL FEST is today 1:30 to 5:30pm!!! You'll have a great time! Don't forget to vote on the pumpkins at the Pumpkin Patch. Winners will be announced at 3:00pm. Line dancing at 2:00, 3:00 & 4:00pm.
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The Wish Upon a Food Truck Festival is just a few days away! If you live in the Nyes Road area or intend to travel near George Park, please be aware traffic will be impacted by this event. For more details and an event map, click here: https://www.lowerpaxton-pa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=227 #lowerpaxtontwp #trafficimpact #stayinformed
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MashFit#3!
This exercise is sure to make you sweat. MashFit 3 = 40 minutes of a combination of cardio, strength, and core โ a one stop shop for all of your fitness needs mashed into a fun workout lasting only 40 minutes including warm up and stretch!! Great for a busy day!! All you need are a set of weights, mat, room to move and a water bottle! Enjoy fitness enthusiasts!!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
Silver Sneakers #12!
Let's start the week off right! Silver Sneakers 12 is a full body workout working on sets of muscles. Core, strength, and cardio are included. All you need is a water bottle, a chair, water bottle, weights (soup cans), bands (leggings) and a smile! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
MashFit #2!
Justine is switching it up again with MashFit #2! MashFit 2 uses three different activities: cardio, strength, and core to give a boost to your workout! Join us for 35 minutes with a mat, handweights, and a water bottle and you'll get a mixed workout that is sure to make you sweat! Happy Sweating #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
Silver Sneakers #11!
Time to get up and get moving! Silver Sneakers 11 contains more of the cardio element in this total body workout of arm, leg, and core strength and movement. All you need is a chair, little exercise ball, band (or leggings), weights (soup cans) and a water bottle. Letโs go, Warriors!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
MashFit#1!
Justine has a newly designed workout for you to shake things up!!! MashFit!!! ๐๐๐MashFit 1 is a newly designed class for a short workout of 30-40 minutes that contains three sections: Cardio, Strength and Core. Each section lasts about 10-15 minutes to provide a variety of three different classes in one. Enjoy this workout!!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
SILVER SNEAKERS #10!
This is a great way to start your week off ๐๐๐ Silver Sneakers #10 is a total body workout designed in sections using a different muscle of the arm, leg, and core for each of the four blocks of work. Enjoy the workout!!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
Cardio Interval #2!
Let's get your Thursday started the right way ๐๐๐ Cardio Interval #2 is a 30 minute workout with cardio and strength intervals. All that is needed are hand weights and a water bottle. If you want more cardio, you can always add a couple blocks from the Tabata bootcamp 2 workout. Work hard, play harder! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
Strength #10!
Today is all about building strength!!! ๐ฆพ๐ฆพ๐ฆพ Strength #10 is a total body workout designed to use different angles and directions to work each muscle group thoroughly. All that is needed is a mat, dumbbells, and a water bottle. Have fun!!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
SILVER SNEAKERS #8!
Ready, set, GO!!! Today's Silver Sneakers workout is a total body workout using dumbbells, bands (or leggings),a small ball, chair, and a water bottle. Have fun and enjoy the workout !!! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY ๐๐๐
Strength 9 with Justine
Let's get today's party started!! . . This total body workout is designed to strengthen muscles using different ranges, movements, and speed with Core work at the end. What you need: A set of dumbbells (soup cans, water bottles) a mat a water bottle A smile is optional, but definitely more fun! . . Enjoy your workout, Warriors! #friendshipcenter #frienshipfamily #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy #yougotthis #workhard
Justine's Boot camp 1 Class
Ready to break a sweat? Justine's got the perfect workout for you๐๐๐ 50 minutes of constant movement! 6 blocks of 5 different movements in high, low, and standing format options. A set of weights, and a water bottle are all that is needed. Let's get moving today! #STAYHAPPYSTAYHEALTHY
Everyone LOVES a Challenge... RiGhT?!?! . Letโs do a Push Up Challenge! . How many can you do?!? . Do this as a family or on your own, but we want to hear from you! Let us know how many you did and send us an action selfie! ๐๐ผ๐ช๐ผ #friendshipcenter #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy #pushupchallenge
Backpack Workout with Tony
EARLY BIRDS.... where are you?!!? . Do any of you like to get up first thing in the morning and get your workout done? . Here is a great way to start your day... Tony's Backpack Workout! . Grab a backpack, a gym bag, a purse, whatever you have and let's get to work! . #friendshipcenter #stayhappystayhealthy #getcreative #inthistogether #yougotthis
Silver Sneakers 6 with Justine
Happy Monday! Do we have any Star Wars fans out there?!?!? May the Fourth Be With You... as you take on Justine's Silver Sneakers workout today! . Today's Silver Sneakers Workout is a total body workout using bands (or how about leggings?!?), little exercise ball (or a folded towel), and hand weights (or water bottles/cans of soup) as well as a chair. . Have fun, Warriors! #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #yougotthis #stayhappystayhealthy
Workout with Tony - 5.1.20
Happy Friday! . Tony is back to show you a few workouts that can be done with just a chair! Check out the moves and do 3 to 4 sets of 10-15 reps. . Work Hard! Push Through! You Got This! . #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy
Tabata Bootcamp with Justine
It's a dreary day outside, so let's get things poppin' inside! . Justine has a Tabata Bootcamp that will get you going!! . The workout includes: Circuit training stations using cardio, strength and core movements. Each station will be explained throughout the video. 4 blocks of work with 4 different movements lasting for 30 seconds each . For your items needed, get creative: -ladder can be made with masking tape or chalk (uses about 6-8 12โ boxes on the floor) -pylons can be substituted with towels, stuffed animals, or any other soft and small item (uses about 8 of them placed diagonally a step apart) -2 sliders/gliders which could be substituted with large paper plates -2 dumbbells (or water bottles/ cans of soup, etc.) . You Got This! . #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #getmoving #stayhappystayhealthy
Strength #7 with Justine
Do you keep a log of your daily workouts? . How do you stay on track? We'd love to hear what techique you use to ensure you are getting your body moving each day! . Today's workout with Justine is Strength #7... This total body workout incorporates balance movements using the stabilizers in our body. It builds strength and muscular endurance throughout all regions of arms, legs, and core. Floorwork uses some turned out movements to challenge muscles around the entire leg as well as the glutes. . Work Hard! You Got This! #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy
Silver Sneakers #5 with Justine
We all could use a dose of Justine's energy in our lives... . Join her for Silver Sneakers #5! This workout includes arm strengthening with cardio conditioning followed by abdominal strengthing in 5 blocks of work. You'll need: dumbbells, bands, a small exercise ball and a chair. . Work hard! You've got this! #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #wemissyou #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy
High - Low Cardio #1 with Justine
Oh boy! We are going to get your heart pumpin' today! Are you ready for a workout that equates to a 3 mile run?!?! Let's do this! . This can be done in high or low (both variations are shown). We're goin' old school to burn some calories & get stronger! Grab some water and let's have fun! . #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy
Strength 6 with Justine
Have you been keeping up with staying active? . Do you enjoy these workouts? Comment and like so we know you are participating! . Today's workout uses light and heavy weights for strength movements as well as a mat. There is special feature at the end containing floorwork strenthening legs and abdominals! . Good luck! You got this! #friendshipfamily #friendshipcenter #inthistogether #yougotthis #stayhappystayhealthy
Silver Sneakers #4 with Justine AND Tony
Got the Monday Blues?!? . We've got a cure for that... How about a Silver Sneakers Workout with Justine AND Tony! YAY!! . This workout features multifunctional movements with cardio and strength combos using dumbbells, little exercise balls, bands and a chair. . If you don't have the additional tools, get creative - soup cans, gallon of milk?!? . #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #inthistogether #stayhappystayhealthy
Tabata with Justine!
Looking to increase heart strength and muscle conditioning?!? . Check out Justine's Tabata workout! This is a cardio interval workout based on 4 blocks of 4 different movements of cardio and a block of strength. Dumbbells needed. . Remember to HAVE FUN! #friendshipcenter #friendshipfamily #stayhappystayhealthy #inthistogether #workhard
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Thank you Dauphin County, PA for your continued support! Lower Paxton Township & Lower Paxton Parks were awarded $150,000 from the Gaming Grant Funds to be used toward the creation of a Parks Master Plan and renovations to the courts at Brightbill Park.
We appreciate the continued support and look forward to the implementation of our Parks Revitalization Project!
We appreciate the continued support and look forward to the implementation of our Parks Revitalization Project!
Miles' Eagle Scout Project has a goal to raise funds and/or materials for a handicap-accessible gaga ball pit at the Centennial Acres Park in Harrisburg, PA for the Lower Paxton Parks and Lower Paxton Township. This project is associated with the Lower Paxton Community Foundation 501c3. Materials that he is looking for are as follows: Concrete, treated lumber, rubber outdoor matting, gravel, mulch, and sand.
If you have interest in donating materials or funds please reach out to Miles Connelly and his Father Jeff by the links below:
Lets help this Eagle Scout reach his goal!!
https://gofundme/2217f468
[email protected]
717-303-6272
If you have interest in donating materials or funds please reach out to Miles Connelly and his Father Jeff by the links below:
Lets help this Eagle Scout reach his goal!!
https://gofundme/2217f468
[email protected]
717-303-6272
Devoted volunteers from the Paxtonia Fire Company, accompanied by our close neighbors from the Linglestown Fire Company No. 1 - Station 35 are supporting our community early this morning! Truck 34 and Truck 35 are currently in service at the YMCA Friendship Center hanging an American Flag for the Arts and Parks Red Hot 5K event! Stop by and support the runners or learn what it takes to help support you community!
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If you knit or crochet, come to the Lower Paxton yard sale, this Saturday, 8 to 11 AM at George Park! There will a table of lots and lots of yarn for sale cheap. Some from yarn shops of high quality. Come early, it will sell fast. This picture is a small part of it.
How fun is this?! Christian Service Club participated in Lower Paxton Parks Easter Egg Stravaganza Trunk & Treat - Registration Full this past Saturday! Instead of the traditional egg hunt, guests drove through Brightbill Park parking lot and stopped by various vehicle trunks where groups distributed candy to families. The club decided on a jelly bean gift with the attached jelly bean prayer.
Hi. Could you make an announcement the next time you send a blast out that there is a gang from the FC and the East Hanover Township PB players who are currently playing at Koons Park. We play most every day when the wind isnโt blowing too much or it isnโt raining. We normally start playing @ 11:00. Hope to see more PB players join us outdoors until you get the front door โfixed.โ Barry Reynolds
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Good morning Friendship Center!! I miss my morning routine!!! โ
For training this week, crews went to the Friendship Center pool to learn basic water rescue skills. Members practiced rope throwing techniques, various ways to remove patients from water, how to float in turnout gear, and what an scba does when submerged in water. Special thanks to Lower Paxton Township and Friendship Center/ Lower Paxton Township Parks & Recreation for the use of the pool and room tonight.
Thank you to Lower Paxton Township Police Department, Lower Paxton Public Works, Friendship Center/ Lower Paxton Township Parks & Recreation and South Central EMS Harrisburg for your support and dedication to our community.
Every year we look forward to helping out at the United Way of the Capital Regionโs Day of Caring. Today, we had a crew on-site at the Friendship Center/ Lower Paxton Township Parks & Recreation assisting with landscaping needs!
Supervisor Lindsey attended the Arts and Parks 5k this morning at the Friendship Center. Thank you to everyone who participated on this very hot humid morning. A big thanks to our local EMS and our three fire companies who were there on stand by. Thanks to the Lower Paxton Variety band and all the volunteers. Thanks you Barb and Terry. for all your help.Lower Paxton Township Friendship Center/ Lower Paxton Township Parks & Recreation
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