INEVENTS
NEOS INCLUSIVE ELECTRONIC PLAYGROUND GRAND OPENING
The grand opening ceremony for the recently installed Neos Inclusive Electronic Playground at Twin Lakes Park took place on Sunday , Dec . 18 . The event was open to the public and was held at the Twin Lakes Park Expansion area ( the West Recreation Area ).
The Neos Inclusive Electronic Playground was donated in part by Alison and Brandon Cox of Greensburg , in memory of their daughter , Hailey . They are the founders and coordinators of the Hailey ’ s Angels March for Parks team and have participated in the March for Parks event since 2011 .
The Neos Inclusive Electronic Playground combines the fun of electronic games with the explosive movement of aerobic exercise that delivers a workout comparable to soccer or jogging , raising heart rates by an average of 20 percent .
The playground is accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities , improving peripheral vision and auditory and spatial awareness skills with eight games for one or two players .
To access the Neos Inclusive Electronic Playground at Twin Lakes , follow Donohoe Road from the traffic light at Westmoreland Mall . Bear right and continue on Donohoe approximately one mile to a four-way stop ( intersection with Georges Station Road ). Turn left onto Georges Station Road . In approximately 0.3 miles , turn right into Twin Lakes Park Expansion Site .
For more information , please call Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation at 724.830.3950 , or visit co . westmoreland . pa . us / parks .
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