PRESS PHOTOS BY DONNA GEWERTZFinding a way to beat the heat the morning of July 17, Gabe Diaz (left) and Joshua Medero, both of Catasauqua, cool down with the help of their water bottles. Gabe and Joshua participate in Catasauqua Borough’s summer camp, held Mondays-Fridays through Aug. 1 at Catasauqua Park and Playground, 501 American St.

It’s a grand time for this bunch of campers, who enjoy a spin on the merry-go-round.

Tessa Bright, of Catasauqua, cools down from the day’s activities with an orange-flavored freeze pop during Catasauqua Borough’s summer program at Catasauqua Park and Playground, 501 American St., July 17. The free program for students in grades 1-6 runs through Aug. 1.

It’s lunch time for Leone Reed, who has worked up quite the appetite. Lunch is provided for free from Holy Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church of Catasauqua to all summer program campers.

Looking to drive in style, Giuseppe Mazzola, of Catasauqua, brings his favorite remote control car along to the summer program.

Campers gather together for a group photo.

The craft of the day for July 17 includes the making of thank-you cards for Candace Maxwell, camp director, who organized a miniature golf field trip July 16.

Madison Moser, a mentor for camper Sofia Lingo, assists with the craft when needed.

The summer program is a great way to make new friends for, from left, Evelyn Mazzola, Nora Camady, Joslyn Aviles and Cecilia Mazzola.