The Oval — Philadelphia Parks and Recreation brings the beach to Philadelphia

Philadelphia Parks and Recreation brings the beach to Philadelphia on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway., which is call The Oval (I dont think this was Ron Swanson’s idea). Below is a picture of The Oval.

So what does this $180,000 project provide the citizens of Philadelphia.

• The “beach” is painted to resemble sand and will offer two 16-foot square boxes filled with the real sand
• mock lifeguard stations and several spray misters
• the “blanket” will include painted chess, checker, and Twister boards laid upon bright stripes
• the ”boardwalk” will play host to a revolving group of local food trucks, accompanied by generous cafe tables and chairs.
• 40 Adirondack chairs
• iniature golf course and bocce, volleyball, and badminton courts

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