Thanks to our generous neighborhood volunteer, Steve Johnson, the water feature in the park is once again operational for the 2020 Summer. The splash pad is on a timer and is operational between 9am and 8pm The water is triggered … Continue reading
After a successful GoFundMe campaign last year, we were able to purchase and install a giant 10 foot shade umbrella in the park this summer. We placed the umbrella in the lower park, where there aren’t any trees to provide … Continue reading
We are taking the quarantine as an opportunity to try something new at the park! We planted Canastota willow cuttings and created little trellis arches in hopes of having living archways in the failed hedge maze area of the playground. … Continue reading
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This past week, we lost one of the big trees in the park when the wind knocked it over. Coincidentally, the Friends of Mt Vernon Children’s Park have been wanting to purchase a big shade umbrella for the park. It … Continue reading
This event isn’t hosted at the children’s park, but is a great time for the kids in Mt Vernon. See the map and fliers below. halloween_map2017 halloween_18R
With financial support from MVBA, we planted some new shrubs (Mt. Airy) and flowers (Coneflower and Blazing Star) at the entrance of the Mt Vernon Children’s Park. These plants should attract butterflies and add some color to the green space, … Continue reading
The splash pad has been turned on for the season. Thanks to the fundraising efforts and the dedication of a knowledgeable volunteer, Steve Johnson, the fountain again operates as it was originally intended. To activate the short cycle, simply place … Continue reading
The bulbs our Hopkins volunteers planted in the fall are starting to bloom all over the park. Come see Spring in action!
With 2017 coming to an end, we are planning ahead for 2018! Please join us on Saturday, January 20th, from 4-11pm, at Homeslyce Pizza (336 North Charles Street) for a MVCP fundraiser. Homeslyce will donate 15% of the proceeds from you purchase. Just … Continue reading
