I love Facebook events. It's a great way to discover new businesses and experience local events…read morethat I wouldn't have found on my own. So when I saw a family friendly grand opening for Snapology on a weekend I had my granddaughter I was eager to check it out. Going in the place was packed and had met the limit of people the fire department would allow. I was ready to leave and come back but after seeing all the cool play stations my granddaughter was excited to play. Fortunately I decided to wait till a few people left and only waited a few minutes. During the wait I still had no idea what/how this business operated and it looked like just a room with different play stations so I took the wait as an opportunity to ask questions and find out exactly what they do. From what I learned Snapology is a number of things. The majority of the play stations are based on building; whether that be with Legos, Lincoln Logs, Erector sets, Duplex, etc. They host building workshops for older kids to use these materials to build complex subjects. They also offer hours of drop off/free play for kids 5 and up, and free play for kids under 5 with the parents present. This service is $8 hour/per child and does have limited times/hours. Additionally they offer day camps and preschool, host birthday parties, and as time goes on will probably add more services and special events. So when it was our turn to go in and play my granddaughter ran to the Lego Friends table. These certainly aren't the Lego's I grew up with! I thought they were too advanced for a four year old as they have itty bitty pieces and lots of tiny components but she loved it. There's tiny people and you can change their heads, hair, etc....as well as tiny animals, pieces to build houses, playgrounds, pools....I had to literally drag her away from that station to check out what else was offered. There was also a kiddle pool full of bigger piece Legos, erector sets for older kids, a room featuring remote control cars, a racetrack for your Lego cars to race down, a train table and so much more. A smaller area separated by (so cool!) HUGE Lego block walls was centered more towards toddlers with a dress up area, play kitchen, puzzles, Melissa & Doug toys, a huge dollhouse, and role playing toys. While this area was more in her age group she seemed bored with it and kept gravitating towards the Friends Lego station. Throughout the building staff were there to supervisor and assist. There are several tables in the back for parents to sit and relax and a few low poufs in the play area to supervisor your children. They also had buckets for toys that were dirty or came in contact with a child's mouth for cleaning. Overall we loved it and have made plans to come back. Somethings I thought they could do better; the poufs are difficult for older people to get up from. I would have loved to see higher seating throughout for the parents, as well as more hooks for coats/purses as there were only a few. Lockers would be a good alternative. I was surprised there weren't any Little People playsets for the little ones, although I think the suggested age of play for the "toddler area" would be age 4 and up. Also more classes and preschool classes available at night for working parents as everything is geared towards parents that stay home, as well as more "free" play hours. Otherwise a unique business concept that I'm happy to patronize.

My son absolutely LOVES these classes and there are often discounts for repeat customers : )read more

Our daughter absolutely loves this place! We attended the open house event and got to meet the…read moreOwner and was able to ask her a lot of questions. Not only did she answer in detail she also shared her vision and passion. We decided to sign up for a class and our daughter can't wait to go every week. We have seen marked improvements in her coding and other skills. Her self-esteem and curiosity has also grown as a result. We appreciate when business are really about the kids and not just a babysitting service but a place where the kids are encouraged to grow and thrive. Thank you Priya!

From the owner: We make coding fun! Code Ninjas is the world's largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise,…read morewith hundreds of locations across the US, Canada and the UK. At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code while building their own video games. With our CREATE program, kids aged 7-14 have a blast creatively building their own video games and developing coding skills on the path from White to Black Belt. Code Ninjas JR builds a foundation of coding and problem-solving skills for kids aged 5-7 through our fun, hands-on and completely visual curriculum. Ready for your kid to gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe and inspiring environment? Schedule a free tour today!

Camp Kirchenwald is literally my favorite place on the planet. While I often feel closer to God…read morewhen I am able to tune out other distractions in nature, it's the people of Camp Kirchenwald that have shaped my faith and the person I am today. I have learned countless lessons about community, service, growth, leadership, and God from Pastor Youse, Winnie, Zach, Mike, my fellow staff members, and our campers. Despite the fact that I have spent the past nine years formally studying education, I learned more about teaching from being a Kirchenwald counselor than all of my coursework combined. I treasure the memories I have of the church in the woods and my Camp Kirchenwald Family, and I carry them with me everyday. I cannot wait to someday send my own children to Kirchenwal

This is a fabulous camp! My daughter (now 12) went for the first time last year, on her own without…read moreknowing anyone beforehand, and loved it so much she wanted to come for every session this summer. This is a great, old school outdoor camp. Kids get to choose their activities each day--they can go swimming, catch frogs, play in mud, splash in the Gunpowder River, go canoeing or hiking, etc. It is loosely structured enough that can explore, follow their own interests, and use their imaginations. There are mixed age groups and it's amazing to see how kind and supportive the older kids are to the younger kids. The counselors (mostly former campers I think) are hilarious, energetic, creative, kind. Don, a former teacher who has run the camp for over 40 years, is very thoughtful and reflective and the kids love him. This camp gives kids the space to discover their own confidence, creativity, initiative, and it's really really FUN!!!

Nature Camps is THE "nature camp". For nearly a decade, the highlight of our two daughters' summers…read morehas been attending Nature Camps. Starting with Nature Camps' "Little Feet" program, they have grown through the Day Camp and, for the first time, this past summer, "Teen Adventure". The counselors' skills in facilitating each child's personal development and ability to connect with people and the environment around them are astoundingly spectacular. I've lost count of the time I've found myself using the word "magical" to describe how Nature Camps is able to reveal, respect and develop children's best selves. Pick up and drop off at Nature Camps' rustic, wooded location in Monkton offers parents an opportunity to connect with their children and participate in fun activities like "Big Circle". (The (optional) van service from Greenspring Station and/or ad hoc carpools offers other options for families who'd prefer to reduce their own driving time.) In these ways, Nature Camps' values and opportunities outweigh the factors of cost and convenience. Our family's favorite part of each two-week session is the Family Overnight. Overnight activities include a potluck supper followed by entertainment from campers and staff as well as family and friends followed by activities like as night hikes, crafts, and singing by a campfire. The following morning, parents and younger campers are served breakfast prepared by older campers (and staff).

Best outdoor camp ever! My 3 kids all LOVE Hideaway. They come home and talk all night about how…read moremuch fun they had hiking, swimming, playing GaGa, high ropes, building a camp site, etc... They really enjoy the full outdoor experience. The owners are very organized and provide quick responses and an awesome curriculum. All the counselors are teachers and great with children. I would highly recommend the camp!

I was late signing my children up for camp and everything was sold out. I found Hideaway Day Camp…read moreand was thrilled to find that they had openings. Both boys loved it. My youngest son is very clingy and hates going to camp - by the third day, he LOVED Hideaway and would run right to his group to start playing. My older son had a bug bite. I called to have them check on him and they could not have been more helpful and accommodating. They have creek walks, horseback riding, archery, fishing,ropes courses, climbing walls, swimming, and so much more! If you're looking for a real camp experience that offers tons of fun - this camp offers it with a warm and kind environment.

We visited this place part of a picnic for kids and camp. Tough to find a good entrance its near…read morethe stop sign, Gps will take to a different spot. It will be on when you see a stone based gate entrance. Plenty of parking and well organized camps. Kids enjoy this place.

Our 7 year old grandson had a wonderful time at this camp. There are great counselors there and…read morelots of fun activities. It is a wonderful place for children!

Both of my daughters went to this camp since its inception! It has wonderful activities, the…read morecounselors really know and care about the children, they are never bored. Well fed and well taken care of all summer. I would never go to any other camp and I tell everyone I know with children- this is the only place to go. Well worth the investment

How awesome is it to partner and work with a place later on in life that had a special impact on…read moreyou as a child. I was fortunate enough to live in Wernersville on the mountain next to Camp Conrad Weiser and Bynden Wood Day Camp. My dad sent me and my friends there many summers and it was an amazing experience I will never forget! I have fond memories of my time at camp and what all I got to do there.... archery, jewelry, tetherball, hikes, camping, capture the flag, swimming, and more. Highly recommend sending your child here or being a camp counselor!

The activity staff are hard working and try to accommodate. The dining staff are rude and…read moredisrespectful. They have dozens of rules, yell at both children and adults at every meal and give grief over having to serve children with food allergies. I rarely encounter such rotten personalities.

My family and I have used several of this YMCA's services and have had an excellent experience with…read moreeach one. We started out just with the regular gym membership, which includes access to the indoor pool and a variety of free classes they offer, including Zumba, HIT, spin, and a few different levels of yoga. The machines have always been clean and in good functioning order in my experience, and I was especially excited to see they added a Jacob's Ladder to their line up of equipment. There's a semi private weights area, which helps keep the lifters away from the treadmills and ellipticals, and there's also a small dimly lit space for anyone looking to do some yoga or meditating on their own. The pool is used by local swim teams and ocassional lessons or aqua zumba, so be mindful of the location's posted schedule (online or at the front desk when you come in) before making plans to visit. Nothing more disappointing than wanting to do laps, only to find the space has been reserved for other activities. After those large activities, the shower rooms sometimes leave a little to be desired, but for the most part, they're decent. We were so impressed with the facilities, that we quickly extended our membership to include the outdoor pool, which is large and offers a variety of options for families -- there's a kiddie wading pool with neat features for little ones, a shallow area for new swimmers, a fun slide, diving boards, and a very large swimming area, usually with at least one lap lane roped off. There's limited food at the concession window (temper your expectations there), but they're OK with you bringing in your own food and snacks. We've even had pizza delivered on the nice days when we decided to stick around past lunch or dinner. My daughter has also participated in youth soccer and basketball teams here. The soccer fields are abundant, and the one that our group always used was in good shape. The basketball area is often split in two to accommodate large classes (like Zumba), but during basketball, they opened the full court up for the kids. It's a decent space, and I appreciate both the court-side bleacher seating they provide as well as the large windows so that parents can watch from the hallway. For the past two summers we've used the YMCA as a summer camp, and my daughter enjoys their activities and field trips. I appreciate that they get to swim every week and spend the majority of their time outside. Pricing is comparable to other summer programs and day cares we've used in the area. Just recently I've started working with one of the YMCA's trainers, and have been really pleased with my experience. They paired me up with an excellent instructor, Desi, who has worked with me to help strengthen my core and balance. She's introduced me to a bunch of different exercises, taught me to use a variety of tools (ball, bands, step-up boxes), and has personalized each session so I have a new routine and new things to work on every week. All around my schedule! All this and I didn't even mention the roller hockey ring, kids playground, on-site child care center, kids play room, or walking path that cuts through the property. This YMCA location really has a lot to offer local families and individuals!

I love this YMCA me and my family love going here when we wanna swim or me and my husband can go…read morework out and not have to worry about our kids because they can go into a class of other kids and an adult to watch over them.Love this ymca u should really think about going here.