South Whitehall Township Parks and Recreation

South Whitehall Township invites residents, veterans, first responders, community leaders, and visitors to join us as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence through a special America250PA ceremony honoring our nation's history, service, and enduring spirit.

DATE & TIME: Friday, June 19, 2026 from 3:45pm- 5:00pm
LOCATION: South Whitehall Township Municipal Complex – Front Lawn (4444 Walbert Avenue, Allentown, PA 18104)

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
* Musical Prelude performed by the Brandywine Colonials Fife and Drum Corps
* Opening Ceremony
- Welcome and recognition of Juneteenth
- National Anthem
- Invocation
- Historical Reflections
- Presentation on local and national history
- Selected readings from the Declaration of Independence
* Patriotic Musical Selections
- Traditional American hymns and patriotic music
* Tribute to Veterans and First Responders
- Recognition of those who have served our nation and community
- Reading of the names of Revolutionary War veterans buried in South Whitehall Township
* Closing Remarks
- Community reflections and commemorative recessional

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- The event is free and open to the public
- Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
- Complimentary American flags and bottled water will be available.
- A historical display highlighting South Whitehall Township's heritage will be featured.

The Vistas Park Playground will be closed today 6/4 during the day for Power Washing/Cleaning💦 and will re-open once finished!

The SWT Summer 2026 E-Newsletter has hit inboxes! Check out the latest infrastructure improvements, seasonal Public Works Information, and summer Rec Programs & Events! To Sign-Up to receive our E-Newsletters follow this link! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/QzWxtzq

Thank you to the Allentown Band for another amazing performance of beautiful, uplifting, and patriotic music!

Congratulations to the winners and participants of our Annual Youth Fishing Derby!🏆 Everyone had a great time catching and weighing their fish, then filling up on hot dogs and Kona Ice! Check out a few of our favorite event photos and show our winners some love!🎉
Whitehall Township Police Department , Kona Ice of Allentown

Just your typical Tuesday in South Whitehall right?! 😮🐻😊 Thank you to the Wildlife Officials and the South Whitehall Township Police Department for ensuring the bear and all involved were safe and unharmed!

There is still time to Register for our May/June Tennis Class starting TONIGHT 5/11! 🎾Register at- https://southwhitehall.recdesk.com/Community/Home
See Program Details below or visit- https://www.southwhitehall.com/departments/parks-and-recreaction/programs/tennis-lessons-summer.
-May/June Summer Tennis Session:
-May 11th- June 10th (two classes per week, 5 weeks)
-Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30pm- 6:30pm, OR 6:30pm- 7:30pm
-Class ability levels vary depending on registrants, and are generally appropriate for beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate levels with the older age group.
----NOTE: Intermediate levels are encouraged to register for the 6:30pm- 7:30pm class.
----Classes are split by age and ability as much as the registration allows.
----Two courts will be used when ability and numbers allow.
-Location- the Wi******er Heights Park Tennis Courts (3765 Pennbrook Way, Allentown, PA 18104)
Click Here to Register

See you on the courts!
SWT Recreation