Summer Camp at the York JCC

The York Jewish Community Center has 3 summer camp options for all age groups.  Hours are 6:30am-6pm with most activities occurring between 9am-4pm. 

For children ages 3-6 the JCC offers the Early Years Discover Camp.  Weekly themes and activities like music, games, reading and science will be enjoyed by the campers.  

For children entering grades K-8 the JCC offers the Center Campus Club J.  A large variety of indoor and outdoor activities will be offered and children may participate in their favorites or experience new ones, including swimming, sports, cooking, journalism and many more.  

The price for the above camps is $161/week for members and $177/week for non-members.


Teens ages 13-18 can participate in the Facilitators-in-Training (FIT) program.  This is offered from 7am-5pm.  Teens will work with children and learn basic leadership and safety skills.  Cost for the FIT program is $72/week for members and $105/week for non-members.        

You can visit the York JCC to see the weekly themes, other planned activities during camp season and for more information. 

Summer Camps York, PA
Summer Activities for kids in York

Springettsbury Sounds of Summer 2012

Every summer Springettsbury Park (by the York Galleria Mall) in Springettsbury Township (East York) hosts the Sounds of Summer.  Every Sunday and Wednesday from Sunday June 10, 2012 until Sunday August 5, 2012 you can bring your blankets or lawn chairs at 7pm to enjoy an evening of live music, food and fun. Sounds of Summer is held rain or shine.  There are many different genres performing and many returning favorites. This event is always full of energy and if the family just isn't into it there is always Creative Playground, AKA "Castle Park" to enjoy. Favorite food vendors including Bricker's French Fries and funnel cake are available during these events.

You can view the full 2012 Concert Schedule lineup on the Springettsbury Township website.


July 4, 2012 falls on a Wednesday.  The Urban Guerilla Orchestra will be performing and fireworks will follow. 

Summer Playground Program West Manchester Township

Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in West Manchester Township's Summer Playground Program.  Activities include games, sports, arts & crafts and more.  The Summer Playground program runs from June 25-August 3, 2012 with the exceptions of July 4 and July 31. 
The program runs from 9am-12pm Monday-Friday.
West Manchester offers 3 playgrounds to choose from: Loman Park, Sunset Lane Park and Shetter Park.  This cost for this program is $55 for residents of West Manchester Township and $65 for non-members. 

Frank Theatres Summer Kids Series 2012

Frank Theatres has announced their Summer Kids Series for the 2012 summer.  Admission this year is $1 per person.  Movies are shown at 10:00am on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 19, 2012 and ending August 9, 2012. 
Frank Theatres is located at
Queensgate Stadium 13
2067 Springwood Rd.
York, PA 17403

Frank Theatres Summer Kids Series 2012 movie schedule:

Tuesday June 19 and Thursday June 21: Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)

Tuesday June 26 and Thursday June 28: The Smurfs (PG)

Tuesday July 3 and Thursday July 5: Puss in Boots (PG)

Tuesday July 10 and Thursday July 12: Happy Feet Two (PG)

Tuesday July 17 and Thursday July 19: Shrek Forever After (PG) 

Tuesday July 24 and Thursday July 26: Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (PG)

Tuesday July 31 and Thursday August 2: Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (G)

Tuesday August 7 and Thursday August 9: The Adventures of Tin Tin (PG)


You can also view the Gettysburg Frank Theatres Summer Kids Series 2012 schedule which includes a different schedule and a few other movies. 

Activities for Kids at the Dover Community Library May 20-26

Upcoming activities for kids at the Dover Community Library in Dover, PA:

Monday, May 21, 2012 from 7-8pm
-Monday Evening Story Time is for families with children of all ages.  No registration is necessary. 

Tuesday, May 22, 2012 from 11-11:45am
-Baby Time is for ages birth to 2.  Babies, with their adult can enjoy stories, songs and more.  No registration necessary.

Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 11-11:45am
-Baby Time is for ages birth to 2. Babies, with their adult can enjoy stories, songs and more. No registration necessary.


Dover Area Community Library contact information and location:

3700-3 Davidsburg Rd.
Dover, PA 17315
Phone: 717-292-6814
Email: dolib@yorklibraries.org

PAWS for Reading at the Village Library in Jacobus

Every Saturday in May from 10:15-11:30am new and reluctant readers can come to the Village Library in Jacobus, PA for PAWS for Reading.  Call to register for a 15 minute reading session.


Village Library location and contact information:

35 C N. Main St.
Jacobus, PA 17407
Phone: 717-428-1034
Email: sflib@yorklibraries.org

Preschool Story Time at Martin Library

On Wednesday May 16, 2012 from 10-10:45am preschool children ages 3-5 and their adult are invited for story time, songs, games and crafts at Martin Library.
Call 717-846-5300 ext 242 for more information about this activity.

Activities for Kids at the Dover Community Library May 12-19

Upcoming activities for kids at the Dover Community Library in Dover, PA:

Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 10-11:30am
-Tales for Tails is for readers who are reluctant, beginners or simply love dogs, join therapy dog Chrissy for story time.  Registration is recommended.  This is the last Tales for Tails session at Dover until September.

Monday, May 14, 2012 from 7-8pm
-Monday Evening Story Time is for families with children of all ages.  No registration is necessary. 

Tuesday, May 15, 2012
from 10-10:45am
-Toddler Time is for toddlers age 2-3.  Toddlers and their adult will listen to stories and participate in songs, movement activities and more.
from 11-11:45am
-Baby Time is for ages birth to 2.  Babies, with their adult can enjoy stories, songs and more.  No registration necessary.
from 1-2pm
-Special Preschool Story Time is for preschool children and their adult.  Celebrate the 2012 One Book, Every Young Child selection: Stop Snoring, Bernard! and enjoy snacks, crafts and more. 

Thursday, May 17, 2012

from 10-10:45am

-Toddler Time is for toddlers age 2-3. Toddlers and their adult will listen to stories and participate in songs, movement activities and more.
from 11-11:45am
-Baby Time is for ages birth to 2. Babies, with their adult can enjoy stories, songs and more. No registration necessary.
from 1-2pm
-Special Preschool Story Time is for preschool children and their adult. Celebrate the 2012 One Book, Every Young Child selection: Stop Snoring, Bernard! and enjoy snacks, crafts and more.


Dover Area Community Library contact information and location:

3700-3 Davidsburg Rd.
Dover, PA 17315
Phone: 717-292-6814
Email: dolib@yorklibraries.org

Terrific Two Story Time at Martin Library

Terrific Two Story Time at Martin Library is designed especially for 2 year old children and is held on Monday May 14, 2012 from 10:30-11:15am.  Kids and their adult can enjoy stories, games, finger play, songs and crafts. 

Born to Read Story Time at Martin Library

Toddlers age 12-23 months and their adult are invited to Born to Read Story Time at Martin Library in York on Monday, May 14, 2012 from 9:30-10am.  Drop in for stories, songs, games and finger play; no registration necessary.

Kids Celebrate Spring at Brown's Orchards

Brown's Orchards in Loganville is hosting Kids Celebrate Spring on Saturday May 19, 2012 from 10am-2pm.  Jacobus Library will be there to accept registration for their summer reading program and at 11am registered children will participate in a spelling bee.  There will also be face-painting, crafts, activities and kids can visit with Bob's Critters and Blossom. 

At 2pm Jazz band Time Out and Inspire Studio of the Arts will be performing in the pavillion.