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Recreation

 

The Middlesex Recreation Department

Our department is committed to providing a safe environment for the residents while focusing on participation and fun. We offer many activities for toddlers, youth and adults, including leisure programs that are safe, stimulating, and fun! Special events and services are also provided through the department. You can register for these programs through our online portal below.

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SERVICES WE OFFER:

  • Adult Programs - The Recreation Department offers programs to adults who are 18 years of age and over, post high school and a borough resident.

  • Youth Programs - The Recreation Department offers many programs to the youth of our town. Participants must meet age and/or grade requirements and have at least one parent who resides within the Borough.

  • Toddler Programs - The Recreation Department offers programs for toddlers and pre-school age children who are at least one year of age and walking.

  • Special Events - The Recreation Department sponsors several special events throughout the year. These events help in bringing our community together!

  • Discount Tickets/Services - The Recreation Department offers various services such as discount tickets for amusement parks and movie theatres.

MIDDLESEX RECREATION REGISTRATION  PORTAL


Parks and Fields

Visit our Parks and Fields page here to learn about:

  • Mountain View Park

  • Victor Crowell Park

  • Haverstick Park

  • Simchock Park/Cook Fields

  • Charlie Morgan/Runyon Field

  • Hazelwood Field

  • Mauger Field

  • Watchung Field


Spring/summer 2026 Activities

Line Dancing

When: Fridays from September 18 - November 6
Where: Middlesex Recreation Center
Cost: $80 for the full session, $15 for drop-ins

Playdates at the Playground

Residents in Pre-K through 5th Grade are invited to visit some of our amazing Borough parks for an afternoon of fun, play and creativity

When: Tuesdays (8/18, 8,25 & 9/1) from 12 - 1pm
Cost: FREE
Not a drop off event. Adult supervision required.

Photograph Our Parks Contest

We are updating our website and promotional materials and want to use the talents of our residents to showcase the beauty, fun and community spirit of our parks.

Deadline: September 7, 2026

Skills & Drills Softball Camp

When: July 20–23 (Rain Date: July 24)
Where: Middlesex High School Softball Field
Who: Grades 1–6: 9:00–11:30 AM
Grades 7–12: 12:00–2:30 PM
Cost: Middlesex Residents: $120
Non-Residents: $140

A minimum of 10 players is required for each session.

Summer Movie Nights

Movies begin at dusk (around 7:30PM)
Bring a blanket or lawn chair
Fun for all ages
Mountain View Park

We are not trying to be CAGE-y with the movie titles but due to movie licensing and copyright restrictions, we are unable to advertise movie titles in advance.

Middlesex Rec Soccer

Line Dancing Class

When: Fridays from May 8 - June 19
No Class on May 15 & May 22
Where: Middlesex Recreation Center
Cost: $50 for the full session, $15 for drop-ins

Wrestling Open Mat

Grades 6-12
Session 1: May 14 - July 2
Session 2: July 9 - August 27
Where: Middlesex High School Wrestling Room
Cost: $60 for the full session, $110 for both sessions

Summer Playground

When: M-F June 29 - August 5, 9am - noon
Where: Mountain View Park
Cost: Entire summer per child: $350 or weekly per child $85
Deadline to Register: May 31

Buddy Ball

Kickball Registration Now Open!

Memorial Day & America 250 Celebration

Yoga With Joy Provenzano

When: Tuesdays 3/31 - 5/26 (excluding 4/7) from 7-8pm
Where:
Middlesex Recreation Center
Cost:
$80 for 8 weeks, $15 to drop-in

Adult Basketball

When: Wednesdays 4/15 - 5/20 from 7-8:30pm
Where:
Von E. Mauger Gorman Gym
Cost:
Registration Fee $50


Recent News: Rec Department


Contact

Melissa DeMarino, Director of Recreation/Senior & Disabled Services
Phone: 732-356-7400 x276
Email: mdemarino@middlesexboro-nj.gov

Marie Filik, Recreation Program Coordinator
Phone: 732-356-7400 x258
Email: mfilik@middlesexboro-nj.gov

General Recreation Inquiries
Phone: 732-356-7400 x-277
Email: recreation@middlesexboro-nj.gov

Follow the Rec Department on:
Facebook: facebook.com/MiddlesexRecreation
Instagram: @middlesexrecreation


Past Events & Activities