Community Center
The Wait is Over!
GEARS is excited to announce that renovations to the second floor of the GEARS Community Center are scheduled to commence in January. Through state and local funding totaling over $1.7 million, GEARS will be able to open the second floor for public recreation opportunities, including fitness classes, dance and gymnastics, adult enrichment programs, expanded childcare services, and a variety of other activities and events. The area will include, five classrooms totaling about 4,500 square feet of program space, a customer lounge, restrooms, and storage space.
We anticipate the project will take up to five months to complete. During construction, there will be some areas of our building and parking lot impacted by the work; however, we expect any disruptions to be minimal for our programs and services. GEARS will provide construction updates and potential impacts to our customers on our website, E-News, and social media.
This project has been years in the making, and we are thrilled at the many opportunities this expansion will have to better serve you.
Project Update
GEARS is undergoing renovations to the second floor of the community center. This project will enable GEARS to expand its program operations, allowing us to provide more programs and events to meet the recreation needs of our community. The renovations are expected to be completed by mid June. Since the project schedule is subject to change, we will provide updates accordingly. Thank you!
We’re happy to share that our main parking lot is now fully open and accessible!
Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the recent closure. We appreciate your understanding as we worked to complete the necessary improvements.All parking areas are now available for regular use.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 717-367-0355
Thank you for your continued support!
Update June 9
GEARS Facility Construction Update
Please be aware of the following temporary entrance and parking changes due to window replacement work at the GEARS Community Center:
June 10–12, 2026 (Wednesday–Friday)
• The Recreation Office entrance will be closed for second-floor window demolition and installation.
• Parking in this area will not be accessible.
• Construction work will begin each day at approximately 7:30 AM.
June 17–19, 2026 (Wednesday–Friday)
• The Main Entrance to the building will be closed for second-floor window demolition and installation.
• Senior Center participants and visitors should enter through the Recreation Office entrance.
• Construction work will begin each day at approximately 7:30 AM..
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to improve our facility.
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Office Hours: Weekdays 8am - 4pm
A Community Focal Point
The GEARS Community Center is a focal point in our community. Programs target residents from Elizabethtown Borough, Mount Joy Township, West Donegal Township, and East Donegal Township. Our menu of programs includes recreation activities such as fitness classes and sports leagues to large scale community events such as Fall Festival and the Holiday Parade. Child care services are provided ranging from before and after school childcare programs in Elizabethtown Area School District facilities to preschool and kindergarten services.
Our onsite Senior Center, one of the largest in the county, serves individuals 60+ through a variety of fun and high interest activities where folks can socialize, access nutritious meals, and have fun. GEARS provides services to meet the needs of individuals of all ages.
Poplar Street Park surrounds the GEARS Community Center. The park is nearly 10 acres and is bordered by Conoy Creek. The park includes three ball fields, a roller hockey rink, handball courts, and a community playground that is open for public use starting at 6 pm Monday through Friday and dawn to dusk on the weekends. Parking is available onsite.
LIVE. LEARN. PLAY.
