The entire
display was
and has
continued
to be an
all-day
community-
oriented event.
From businesses
to restaurants, clubs,
Scout groups, churches
and more, the Township
and all of its eclectic offerings is
highlighted in a beautiful way.
Today, it continues to be co-
sponsored by Peters Township
Parks and Recreation and the Peters
Township Chamber of Commerce.
“We have a volunteer committee with
seven active members who help plan
and run the event, and the Parks and
Recreation staff are the most involved
with the planning and implementation
of the entire day,” explains Michele
Harmel, Parks and Recreation Director.
“Many other Township departments
help to make this event possible,
including the Peters Township Fire
Department, the Peters Township
Police Department, and especially the
Public Works Department and Park
Maintenance staff. The event would not
be possible without the many dedicated
volunteers who come to help on the day
of the event.”
This year’s 40th celebration will
not disappoint. Attendees can expect
all of the
wonderful
activities
that
Community
Day has
grown
accustomed
to offering—
from games for
all ages, to delicious
food and local organization
booths. This year will include new
entertainment throughout the day and
participation from all stretches of the
Township.
“I still love to attend Community
Day each year,” says Pigman. “It’s
something for all of the residents of
Peters Township to look forward to, and
each year I run into someone I haven’t
seen for some time and enjoy catching
up with them.”
“Community Day enhances a sense
of community by bringing all aspects of
the Township together,” adds Silvestri.
“In the suburbs, it’s difficult to promote
an overall community identity and this
event helps to do that each year.”
“The event is an opportunity to
showcase our beautiful community—
our wonderful park, local businesses
and organizations, and our residents,”
says Harmel. “It provides joy to people
of all ages and entertains different
interests—really bringing people
together.” n
40th Annual
Peters Township
Community Day
Saturday, June 30
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
700 Meredith Drive, Venetia,
PA 15367
Visit peterstownship.com for more
information.
This spectacular event will include
more than 160 food, craft, game
and vendor booths. Something is
available for everyone at this year’s
event, including music, character
visits, balloon art, airbrush tattoo
art, face painting, games and more!
Take a chance in the Community
Day Raffle with a winner picked
every five minutes. Bring your
family for the day and don’t forget
the evening fireworks display.
There’s so much to experience in
Peters Township!
There is limited parking available at
Peterswood Park. Shuttle service is
available from the Peters Township
Middle School (625 East McMurray
Road).
Special thanks to SPORTCLIPS
HAIRCUTS for its generous
sponsorship!
Community Day Committee
Pat Dolanch
Bernie Grant
Linda VanNewkirk
John Davies
David Davis
Greg Incardona
Brian Schill (Peters Township Chamber
of Commerce)
Lisa Morris (Recreation Supervisor)
Michele Harmel (Parks & Recreation
Director)
Special thanks to Margaret Dietzer for her
assistance in research and for organizing
the interviews for this article.
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