Maxwell Morris, then 6, of Manchester Township climbs the rock wall a 2012 Plaza Palooza event run by York’s Bring on Play. Play Streets will offer similar chances for children to be active. (YORK DAILY RECORD/SUNDAY NEWS — FILE)
On a beautiful spring day, you might see kids beginning a pick-up basketball game, or goofing off on playground equipment. But what’s the solution for children living in areas without play space?
Shut down the street and bring out the toys, says Play Streets.
York City, Capital Blue Cross and Eat Play Breathe York have partnered with The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association and Partnership for a Healthier America to create new spaces for kids to play.
The first Play Streets event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. May 18 at Lincoln Charter School, 559 W. King St., York.
The event is free, with activities including Bring On Play’s Imagination Playground, BOP’s NEOS, The York Water Company’s water splash station, inflatables, caricature drawings, face painting, haircuts, healthy snacks, free T-shirts and prizes, and live local entertainment.
Phew!
Can’t make the May event? Play Streets events will also be held June 19, July 20 and Aug. 14. Find details at www.ahealthieramerica.org/playstreets and eatplaybreatheyork.org.
