Safe Summer 2026
Connecting Chester Youth, Teens, and Young Adults with Safe Summer Activities**Please Check Back Often - This Page Is Constantly Updated**
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Summer Notices
Safe Summer Pledge
I promise to enjoy my summer and while I am enjoying summer:
I promise to stay safe from hate
I promise to resolve conflicts with peaceful solutions
I will stand up for a friend in trouble by telling a responsible adult
I will set goals for my future, make decisions that help me reach them, and avoid situations that don’t support them.
I will not steal. I will respect other people’s property.
I will remain drug and alcohol free by avoiding substance and alcohol abuse.
Summer Curfew Notice
A curfew for juveniles 17 years old or younger is in effect from 9pm – 6am every night through August 31
Submit Programs and Events
If you are running a program or event for youth in or around Chester that you would like to be included on this page, please email all relevant information to publicaffairs@chestercity.com for review.
Success Training and Employment Program (STEP)
The Chester Education Foundation (CEF) is now recruiting high school students ages 16-18 for their year-long Success Training and Employment Program (STEP)! This incredible opportunity is open to students who are currently enrolled in high school and have not yet graduated.
Program Highlights:
- Summer Employment: Work 28 hours per week for 6 weeks at $15/hour
- School Year Employment: Continue working 9 hours/week during the academic year
- Professional Development: Attend weekly employment sessions to build your skills and support your success
Ready to get started or have questions? Contact Ms. Jenkins or Ms. Greene at 610-364-1212 to enroll today!
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to earn money, gain experience, and grow your future!
Beauty and Business Camp
Summer Social Club
Your summer. Your vibe. Your library.
Come through the library this summer for Summer Social Club. Each week, we will have something different to do, from art and science activities to sports, movies, gaming, and more.
Bring a friend, grab a meal, try something new, or just chill.
Free meals will be available through our partnership with Feed Philly Now and Ava’s Farm. Meals are available for all ages, and food pantry items and fresh produce will be shared on select days.
✨ No sign-up needed. Just swing by.
June 23 – August 20
Tuesdays – Thursdays
3pm – 5pm
J. Lewis Crozer Library
620 Engle Street
Summer Boxing Program
The City of Chester is partnering with Ummah Fight Lab to bring a FREE 8-week Summer Boxing Program for Chester youth ages 6+ years old!
Boxing provides many benefits, including:
- Physical health benefits
- Discipline and self-control
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Mental and emotional wellness
- Positive social development
- Safety and violence prevention
- Leadership and life skills
- Strength and character building
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Dates: June 22 – August 10
Location: Ummah Fight Lab (51 E 9th St)
Ages 6 – 12: 4pm – 5pm
Ages 12+: 5pm – 6pm
Register now!
Contact Crystal Burrell (cburrell@cityofchesterpa.gov) for more information.
Double Dutch
Youth AND adults are invited to FREE Double Dutch on Wednesdays from July 1 to August 6!
Dates: Wednesdays July 1 – August 6
Time: 3pm – 4:30pm
Location: Memorial Park
For more information, contact Crystal Burrell at cburrell@cityofchesterpa.gov or 610-479-0466
Hoop Sessions
Free safe space for teens ages 12 to 18 – come out to the Boys and Girls Club of Chester (201 E 7th Street) every Tuesday at 7pm for Hoop Sessions!
- Workouts
- Tournaments
- Food
Call 610-333-9184 to sponsor or volunteer!
Safe Summer Soccer Tickets
The Philadelphia Union has generously partnered with the City of Chester to provide FREE Union 2 summer home game tickets for Chester youth and family members!
Parents / guardians / chaperones may reserve tickets for any of the following games:
- Sunday, July 12 at 3pm vs. Huntsville City Football Club
- Saturday, August 8 at 12pm vs. Cincinnati 2
- Sunday, August 23 at 3pm vs. CT United Football Club
To reserve your tickets:
- Visit https://seatgeek.com/philadelphia-union-ii-tickets
- Select the game(s) you want to attend from the list above
- Use access code SAFESUMMER26 at checkout
For more information, please contact the Office of the Mayor at 610-447-7718 or publicaffairs@cityofchesterpa.gov
Free Summer Meals for Youth
Fuel up for summer! Youth can stop the J. Lewis Crozer Library by for a free healthy meal in a safe, welcoming space.
Thanks to the J. Lewis Crozer Library’s partnership with Feed Philly Now and Ava’s Farm, youth in our community can enjoy nutritious meals all summer long. Ava’s Farm, founded by Kensington native Austin Wright, provides free, fresh meals through distribution sites across Philadelphia and Delaware County, creating spaces where kids can eat, learn, play, and feel supported.
At the library, that mission continues. Come for a meal, connect with friends and neighbors, and enjoy fun programs and activities throughout the summer.
July 1 – August 28
Tuesdays – Thursdays: 3pm – 5pm
Fridays: 2pm – 4pm
J. Lewis Crozer Library
620 Engle Street
💬 Questions? Call 610-494-3454 or stop by the front desk for more information.
Summer Food Program
The City of Chester Summer Food Program starts June 29 and runs through August 20!
The City of Chester is pleased to provide FREE, nutritious lunches to children 18 and younger during the summer months, ensuring that children continue to receive meals when they are not in school, as well as fun, games, art, and activities in the park!
Dates: June 29 – August 20
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: Lunch served at 11am
Locations:
- Memorial Park (swimming pool)
- Christian Church of Chester (308 W 3rd St)
- Highland Gardens (playground)
- Crosby Square (basketball courts)
- Washington Park (1759 Melrose Ave)
Register online or pick up a physical form at City Hall (1 E 4th Street) Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm.
Call 610-447-7700 ext. 7774 for more information!
Memorial Park Pool
Pool Hours
12pm – 6pm DAILY
June 20 – September 7 (Labor Day)
| Children 0 - 3 years old | ||
| Youth 4 - 17 years old | ||
| Adults (18+ years old) | ||
| Organizations | ||
| Replacement Cards | ||
Aquatics Program
Tuesdays
9am: Ages 3 -5
9:30am: Ages 6 – 8
10am: Ages 9 – 10
10:30am: Pre-Teens
Wednesdays
9am: Ages 3 -5
9:30am: Ages 6 – 8
10am: Ages 9 – 10
Thursdays
9am: Ages 3 -5
9:30am: Ages 6 – 8
10am: Ages 9 – 10
10:30am: Sandcastle Swimmers (Parents and Kids under 2)
Saturdays
9am – 10am: Sandcastle Swimmers (Parents and Kids under 2)
J. Lewis Crozer Library
The J. Lewis Crozer Library – located at 620 Engle Street – is open throughout the summer and has a variety of events and programs for youth of various ages.
Check out their calendar at https://crozerlibrary.org/events/month/ for a full listing of upcoming activities and events.
Hours
Tuesday – Thursday: 9am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday: 9am – 4pm
Sunday and Monday: CLOSED