Community Cultural Celebration
The Middlesex Borough Culture & Arts Committee Presents: Community Cultural Celebration - An Afternoon of Poetry, Music and More.
The Middlesex Borough Culture & Arts Committee Presents: Community Cultural Celebration - An Afternoon of Poetry, Music and More.
Let’s come together to celebrate the uniqueness of our cultures. We want to learn more about you!
When: August 29, 2026 1 - 3pm
Where: Middlesex Borough Recreation Department
Click the button below to let us know if you would like to participate in the celebration!
Culture & Arts Committee Presents: 2026 Art & Crafts Supply Swap
Do you have craft supplies you’ll never use? Leftovers from a finished project? Well meaning gifts from friends for a new hobby you’ll never pick up? Please join the Culture and Arts Committee & your fellow crafty neighbors to swap all things crafting!
Do you have craft supplies you’ll never use? Leftovers from a finished project? Well meaning gifts from friends for a new hobby you’ll never pick up? Please join the Culture and Arts Committee & your fellow crafty neighbors to swap all things crafting!
When: Saturday, July 18th, from 11am - 1pm
Where: Library Community Room
Music In The Pavilion: Summer Concert Series 2026
Join us for four FREE Music in the Pavilion concerts as we kick off our 2026 Summer Concert Series!
A New Summer Tradition Begins! Join us for four FREE Music in the Pavilion concerts as we kick off our 2026 Summer Concert Series!
James Austin Jr. Trio
Our opening performance features the James Austin Jr. Trio performing "Songs in the Key of Wonder and More"—an evening of jazz-inspired arrangements, soulful melodies, and timeless favorites celebrating the music of Stevie Wonder. Read his Bio here.
Date: Wednesday, July 15
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Legion Park Pavilion (Legion Place, behind the Middlesex Public Library)
Summer Breeze
Feel the rhythm and enjoy your favorite yacht rock hits!
Date: Wednesday, July 29
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Legion Park Pavilion (Legion Place, behind the Middlesex Public Library)
Middlesex High School Modern Band
Join us for a performance by the MHS Modern Band, performing a variety of music from the 70’s through today. Read their Bio here.
Date: Wednesday, August 12
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Legion Park Pavilion (Legion Place, behind the Middlesex Public Library)
Liquid Garden
Get ready to sing, dance and celebrate the best pop, country & timeless rock anthems of all time! Read their Bio here.
Date: Wednesday, August 26
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Legion Park Pavilion (Legion Place, behind the Middlesex Public Library)
Bring your lawn chairs, family, friends, and neighbors for a relaxing summer evening of great music and community!
Before the concert, stop by American Legion Post 306, which opens at 5:30 PM, for dinner. Your meal supports the Legion's fundraising efforts and the important programs they provide for our veterans and community.
Additional parking available behind Borough Hall.
This concert series is presented by Middlesex Recreation and the Middlesex Borough Culture & Arts Committee, in cooperation with American Legion Post 306.
A Special Thank You to Mayor Jack Mikolajczyk, whose vision and dedication helped make the Music in the Pavilion Concert Series a reality. Through his outreach to local businesses and community partners, he secured the generous support that allows Middlesex to offer these concerts free of charge for everyone to enjoy.
We are also grateful to Unity Bank, the sponsor of our July 15 opening concert, for helping launch this exciting new summer tradition.
Color & Flower Festival
The Culture & Art Committee of Middlesex Borough are pleased to present a Color & Flower Festival.
The Culture & Art Committee of Middlesex Borough are pleased to present a Color & Flower Festival.
When: Sunday, May 17 from 12-3pm
Where: Mountainview Park - Flying Field
Open to all age groups & pet friendly.
Culture & Arts Committee Presents: Art & Crafts Supply Swap
Do you have craft supplies you’ll never use? Leftovers from a finished project? Well meaning gifts from friends for a new hobby you’ll never pick up? Please join the Culture and Arts Committee & your fellow crafty neighbors to swap all things crafting!
Do you have craft supplies you’ll never use? Leftovers from a finished project? Well meaning gifts from friends for a new hobby you’ll never pick up? Please join the Culture and Arts Committee & your fellow crafty neighbors to swap all things crafting!
When: Saturday, January 24th, from 11am - 1pm
Where: Library Community Room
Culture and Arts Committee Presents: Free Pumpkin Painting Program
The Culture and Arts Committee is hosting a free Pumpkin Painting Program for kids aged 4+, with local artist Lauren Frisoli.
The Culture and Arts Committee is hosting a free Pumpkin Painting Program for kids aged 4+, with local artist Lauren Frisoli.
When: Saturday, October 18th from 10:30AM - 1:30PM
Where: Middlesex Borough Library - Community Room
RSVP: Please RSVP to lfrisoliculture@gmail.com by 10/10 so supplies for all are available
Please note that parents are required to stay with children for the duration of the program.
A Heartfelt Thank You: Middlesex Borough Volunteer Fair 2025
The Middlesex Borough Volunteer Fair, held on May 3 , 2025, was a day to remember! Our community came together in the most incredible way, celebrating volunteerism, generosity and the spirit of giving as they pledged joining various departments.
A Heartfelt Thank You for Making the Middlesex Borough Volunteer Fair a Tremendous Success!
The Middlesex Borough Volunteer Fair, held on May 3 , 2025, was a day to remember!
Our community came together in the most incredible way, celebrating volunteerism, generosity and the spirit of giving as they pledged joining various departments.
This special event was designed to attract potential volunteers and provide a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the essential and quality -of-life volunteer needs in Middlesex Borough. Attendees discovered the vital role our volunteers play in our hometown, gaining insight from our dedicated volunteers so they could find the best fit for themselves in a meaningful volunteer position-stepping up to proudly serve as Middlesex Volunteers.
We are beyond grateful to everyone who attended, shared their enthusiasm and supported the wonderful causes showcased at the event. Your presence made all the difference, turning this fair into a vibrant celebration of service and connection.
Very special Thank You’s go to the Middlesex Borough Boards, Committees and Departments that shared and made this event such a success!
Middlesex Borough Fire Department, Office of Emergency Management, Middlesex Borough Police Department, Middlesex Borough Municipal Alliance (Gcsud), Middlesex Borough Housing and Community Development Committee, Greenbrook Flood Commission, Joint Land Use Board, Culture & Arts, Film Committee, Community Pool and Synchro Team Middlesex Borough Parks Improvement Committee, Middlesex Borough Health Department, Middlesex Borough Board of Health, Girl Scout Junior Group, American Red Cross, Environmental Commission, Rescue Squad, Library Board and Friends of Library, Recreation Committee and the Senior and Disabled Services
We are genuinely appreciative to the following Middlesex Borough Establishments for supporting the Volunteer Fair: Superfood Fresh Supermarket (Refreshments and Gift Certificates for Food);, Carpaccio’s, Jozanna’s, Vincenzo’s, Kafen House Bakery, Ellery’s and Dunkin Donuts (west) for contributing gift certificates.
A very Special Thank You to our Mayor and Council, and Department of Public Works for their invaluable support in making this event possible Your dedication to our community does not go unnoticed and we are deeply grateful.
In deep appreciation, your 2025 Middlesex Borough Fair Committee
Middlesex Borough Office of Emergency Management, Capt. Barbara Benson, “Volunteer Fair Coordinator”
Middlesex Borough Office of Emergency Management, Deputy Lee Poandl
Middlesex Borough Library Director - Chrissy George,
Middlesex Borough Police Department- Sergeant Joleen Auricchio
GALLERY: OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
GALLERY: GIRL SCOUTS
GALLERY: MIDDLESEX POOL
GALLERY: MIDDLESEX POLICE DEPARTMENT
GALLERY: PARKS IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
Valentine’s Day Card Making Workshop for Kids
Join the Middlesex Arts and Cultural Committee for a Valentine’s Day Card Making Workshop for Kids.
Join the Middlesex Arts and Cultural Committee for a Valentine’s Day Card Making Workshop for Kids on Saturday, February 1 at 11 am in the Library Community Room (1300 Mountain Ave, Middlesex, NJ 08846).
Ages from Toddler to Pre-teen Welcome. Supplies will be provided.
We Are Grateful for All Our Dedicated Borough Volunteers
Our Borough is facing a critical shortage of Volunteers across many areas vital to the well-being of our community. As grateful as we are for our current volunteers, we need YOU, too!
Middlesex Volunteers – and We Need You, Too!
Visit us at our Volunteer Fair on Saturday, April 20th!
10am - 2pm
Library Community room
All Experience Levels
Women and Men
All Ages
Where do your time and talents fit best? Visit us at the Fair, and let's talk!
Fire Department
Rescue Squad
Rec Department
Borough Committees
Office of Emergency Management
Senior & Disabled Services
Boro Boards, Commissions and Departments
Introducing a Few of Our Dedicated Borough Volunteers
We are proud to highlight some of your friends and neighbors who tell us in their own words why they volunteer in Middlesex. Our community’s local volunteers are so important! Each of them inspires us to take action and promotes respect for their fellow residents.
Are you ready to get started?
Send us a message today and begin a friendly discussion with our Middlesex Borough volunteers to find out where you can be a great fit.
Especially in this day and age, we know people are busy, families are torn in many directions, and local businesses are focused on their survival. At the same time, much in our Borough traditionally depends on dedicated volunteers to operate – for things including Fire Department, Office of Emergency Management, Recreation, Rescue Squad, Committees, and so many other vital functions of our hometown. (And don’t forget, these Borough all-volunteer departments help keep our taxes down, too!)
Our Borough is Facing a Critical Shortage of Volunteers
As grateful as we our for our current volunteers, We need YOU, too!
Our outreach this year aims to break through a common misunderstanding – where people (all of us!) tend to assume that ‘someone else will probably do it.’ Our Middlesex Volunteers! campaign organizers want to encourage individuals like YOU to think about what talent you might be able to contribute as a proud resident of the Borough.
Keep an eye on our Facebook page, this website, sign up for Borough email-newsletters, and watch for an announcement soon about our upcoming Volunteer Fair event in April.
Open Mic Night: Friday, May 10
Our next Open Mic Night at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room! PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early…
The Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee presents our next community "Open Mic Night" event at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room.
Join us on Friday, May 10 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early in order to sign up for a 10-minute performance slot. All ages are welcome!
Middlesex Public Library
Community Room
1300 Mountain Ave. Middlesex, NJ
Questions? Email MiddlesexCulturalandHeritage@gmail.com.
Middlesex Thanks and Honors Antonio "Tony" Sasso
“…on behalf of the citizens of Middlesex, wish to thank and honor Mr. Tony Sasso for his long and dedicated service to the Borough and to the Office of Emergency Management, by presenting to him this Proclamation…”
At this week’s council meeting we were proud to honor Tony Sasso.
The text of the proclamation will help you learn all about him!
PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF ANTONIO "TONY" SASSO
WHEREAS, Antonio "Tony" Sasso served the Borough of Middlesex as a faithful volunteer for over 20 years in various capacities such as being a member of the Office of Emergency Management, and an original member of the Hometown Day Committee, Beautification Committee and 911 Committee; and
WHEREAS, Tony joined the Office of Emergency Management in the year 2000 after seeing a need for help following Hurricane Floyd in 1999; and
WHEREAS, Tony's motivation and accomplishments enabled him to achieve the rank of Captain in the Office of Emergency Management; and
WHEREAS, Tony was recognized by Governor Christie for his vital contributions and relief efforts to his community during Hurricane Irene; and
WHEREAS, Tony obtained the necessary training to become a member of the Fire Police and diligently performed those duties for the Middlesex Fire Department when needed; and
WHEREAS, Tony reconstructed the September 11th monument in memory of the September 11 , 2001 disaster, which is housed in Borough Hall; and
WHEREAS, Tony constructed many holiday decorations for the Borough to enjoy, such as the Christmas sled, and snowflakes that adorned our streets, and
WHEREAS, for many years Tony was known to recreate the dropping of the New Year's Eve Ball in front of his residence on New Year's Eve for all to enjoy; and
WHEREAS, Tony has been a great asset to the Borough of Middlesex and his retirement will cause a hole in our organization which will be difficult to fill.
NOW THEREFORE, I, John L. Madden, Mayor of Middlesex Borough, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, along with the Middlesex Borough Council and on behalf of the citizens of Middlesex, wish to thank and honor Mr. Tony Sasso for his long and dedicated service to the Borough and to the Office of Emergency Management, by presenting to him this Proclamation and hereby set my hand and the Seal of the Borough of Middlesex to be affixed on this 25th day of July 2023.
Your Next Open Mic Opportunity is Friday, June 2
Our next Open Mic Night at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room is Friday, June 2nd at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early…
The Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee presents our next community "Open Mic Night" event at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room.
Join us on Friday, June 2 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early in order to sign up for a 10-minute performance slot. All ages are welcome!
Middlesex Public Library
Community Room
1300 Mountain Ave. Middlesex, NJ
Questions? Email MiddlesexCulturalandHeritage@gmail.com.
Colors & Flowers Festival: Sunday, May 21
Join us for a spring celebration! FREE and open to the public at Mountain View Park, and sponsored by the Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee.
Due to weather issues on the original date (4/30), This event has been rescheduled to May 21st at the same time and place.
Join us for a spring celebration!
Sponsored by the Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee.
Sunday, May 21
2–5 pm
Mountain View Park
Dedicate Our New Community Garden
Throw Colors
Bring Home Seeds for Planting
This event is FREE and open to the public. For additional information, please contact Hardik Shah at 201-936-2225 or hshahculture@gmail.com.
Download the flyer and help us spread the news!
Our Next “Open Mic” Event: Friday, April 28
Our next Open Mic Night at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room is Friday, April 28 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early…
The Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee presents our next community "Open Mic Night" event at the Middlesex Public Library Community Room.
Join us on Friday, April 28 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early in order to sign up for a 10-minute performance slot. All ages are welcome!
Middlesex Public Library
Community Room
1300 Mountain Ave. Middlesex, NJ
Questions? Email MiddlesexCulturalandHeritage@gmail.com.
Cultural & Heritage Committee presents "Open Mic" event March 10
Join us in the Middlesex Public Library Community Room on Friday, March 10 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early…
The Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee presents our next community "Open Mic Night" event!
Join us in the Middlesex Public Library Community Room on Friday, March 10 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early in order to sign up for a 10-minute performance slot. All ages are welcome!
Middlesex Public Library
Community Room
1300 Mountain Ave. Middlesex, NJ
Questions? Email MiddlesexCulturalandHeritage@gmail.com.
Middlesex Tidbits: Our Borough’s History Starts With Piscataway
This month’s Tidbit from the Cultural and Heritage Committee reminds us about the very large tract of land situated on the Raritan River.
June Tidbit – Cultural and Heritage Committee
In order to appreciate the history of Middlesex, we also must recognize the history of Piscataway.
Originally, Piscataway was a very large tract of land situated on the Raritan River and settled in the mid 1600’s by settlers from Maine. Long before these settlers arrived, the Native Americans were using what is now River Road, as a main trade route with the Dutch in New York City.
Settlers from Maine purchased the land from the friendly Native Americans and, by the late 1600’s, Pilgrims, Puritans, Quakers and Baptists all contributed to the development of that portion which would eventually become Middlesex Borough.
It was also during this colonial period that the settlers used what is now Rt#28/Bound Brook Road/Union Avenue, as a main highway for trade and travel between New York City and Philadelphia.
Cultural and Heritage Committee: Middlesex Tidbits
What’s in a name? Middlesex Borough was not always Middlesex Borough!
What’s in a name?
For the Borough of Middlesex – a lot.
Before the incorporation of the Borough as we know it today, it was referred to as Lincoln. Some would preface this with “east” but it was never referred to that in any legal documents. The peaceful, quite, resident farmers living on the north side of the “tracks” wanted to succeed from the ever increasing industrial Piscataway. Having a Lincoln Stature in the area wishing to succeed, just seemed logical to refer to this section as Lincoln.
After the Borough’s incorporation in 1913, the name Middlesex (meaning the middle sector or area) just seemed like the best choice to the governing body.
And so from a small group of residents living in Lincoln prior to 1913 to the current 13,662, (as of 2019), came the wonderful Borough we call Middlesex.