The department is a full service municipal agency that operates the Carlisle Community Pool, the Stuart Community Center, and administers the Borough of Carlisle Shade Tree program. The Carlisle Parks and Recreation Department owns and/or maintains 16 park areas, the municipal building and other facilities totaling more than 175 acres of park land for the community. In addition, the department provides recreational programs and services for all ages such as pre-school programs, dance classes, sport leagues, fitness programs, special needs classes, day camps, bus trips, craft classes, summer concerts, and more.