The Splash Pad is ON!

Posted on June 6, 2019 by Lynda

The splash pad is now officially on for the rest of the summer! We want to give our immense thanks to Steve Johnson for repairing the leak and in general, for all the hard work he has put in getting the fountain to work again these past few years.

In order to use the splash pad, simply place your hand on the center of the flower censor on the splash pad. The water will cycle for a few minutes and then shut off. Simply touch the sensor again to restart. Please note, the water will automatically shut off at 8pm daily.

Also, while using the park, please remind children to keep the sand in the sandbox. If too much sand gets onto the splash pad, this can ruin the fountain heads.

Thank you, and enjoy the water play and the park this summer!

Fundraiser through Oliver’s Labels

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Lynda

Is your child heading to summer camp soon? Will you need to meticulously label each and over single one of their things that they take to and fro? If you do, instead of just using that Sharpie, how about considering Oliver’s Labels and supporting the Mt. Vernon Children’s Park at the same time? Mount Vernon Children’s Park is working with Oliver’s Labels in an ongoing fundraiser. Oliver’s Labels sells personalized name stickers that are washable for in washing machines and dishwashers, and can be customized with your child’s name and with one of their designs. These labels are also great for the school year.

The park will receive 20% of any sales made through our fundraising link at www.oliverslabels.com/mtvernonchildrenspark.

Need for Shade

Posted on April 18, 2019 by John M

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 →

Trick-or-Treat Parade in Mount Vernon

Posted on October 17, 2018 by John M

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

New flowers and shrubs

Posted on September 17, 2018 by John M

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 Fountain is On!

Posted on May 24, 2018 by John M

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 →

In Bloom!

Posted on April 3, 2018 by John M

The bulbs our Hopkins volunteers planted in the fall are starting to bloom all over the park. Come see Spring in action!

Park Fundraiser at Homeslyce

Posted on December 20, 2017 by John M

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 →

Illuminating Development

Posted on November 8, 2017 by John M

Thanks to MVBA, the bulbs in the Park’s four light poles have been replaced and are brightening up the corner once again! Although the park is closed at dusk, this really makes a huge difference on the 200 East block … Continue reading →

Thanks to JHU Students

Posted on September 30, 2017 by John M

The Mount Vernon Children’s Park was lucky enough to be a host site for Johns Hopkins President’s Day of Service, on 9/23. We had a great group of volunteers and they helped us accomplish a lot on our “to do” … Continue reading →

Mount Vernon Children's Park

A neighborhood playground for children and families in Baltimore.