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Classes & Programs
Teen Volleyball
Join us for teen volleyball on Tuesday nights! Please note this is not an instructor-led class, just open play.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grades: 9th-12th
Fall: Nov 14th - Dec 19th (Off 11/28 & 12/5), $16 (R), Register under Fall season.
Weekly drop-in available for $5/person (R)
Teen Basketball
Join us for teen basketball on Wednesday nights! Please note this is not an instructor-led class, just open play.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Fall: Nov 15th - Dec 20th (Off 11/22, 11/29, 12/6), $12 (R), Register under Fall season.
Location: Croydon Hall Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd, Leonardo
Grades: 9-12
Weekly drop-in $5 (R)
Register at www.middletownnj.org/signup., choose Summer season.
Middletown Preschool Classes
Enrollment is now open for the 2023-24 school year! Registration is on a rolling basis based on class space. For 3 and 4 year olds. To register please call 732-615-3230. Learn more here. Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes
Open Recreation
The Open Recreation Program is an after-school program available to all Middletown Township residents. The program provides a place for children to complete homework or play while being supervised. A monthly calendar is provided each month, including the activities for the day such as crafts, games in the gymnasium, tournaments and parties! Open Rec will reopen for the new school year September 11th.
Open Recreation Program - Juniors (Grades K-5)
Monday - Thursday, 3:00pm-5:00pm
Free for residents! Not accepting non-residents at this time.
Open Recreation Program - Teens (Grades 6-12)
Monday & Wednesday, 3:00pm-5:00pm
Free for residents! Not accepting non-residents at this time.
Open Recreation Rules are parallel to school rules and the Middletown BOE schedule. Children must be registered and understanding of these rules prior to participating in the program. Registration is free, please complete our registration form and bring with you on your first day! Registration Form - Mandatory for all participants
Poricy Park Programs
After-School Science Club
Join us for the award-winning Poricy Park after-school science club. We’ve got STEM activities to do, nature to explore, and adventures to be had!
Day: Mondays
Winter: Jan 8 - Mar 11 (Off 1/15, 2/19), Register under Winter season starting 12/1.
Spring: April 8 - June 3 (Off 5/27), Register under Spring season starting 3/1.
Time: 4pm-5pm
Location: Poricy Park Nature Center
Grades: K-2nd
Fee: $120 (R), 8-week session
Guided Fossil Hunts
Come dig up Middletown history at the Poricy Brook Fossil Beds. Expect to find marine fossils from the Cretaceous period, 65-72 million years ago. Our guide will supply equipment for screening for fossils and help identify your treasures.
Dates:
Tuesday, April 2nd 10am-11am (Spring Break 2024)
Friday, April 5th 4pm-5pm (Spring Break 2024)
Sunday, April 28th 11am-12pm
Location: Poricy Fossil Beds
Ages: 5-99
Fee: $5/participant (R), register under appropriate season.
Pond Netting
Find what's at the bottom of the Murray Pond. Look for frogs, turtles, and snakes. Use our nets to catch tadpoles, fish, insect larvae, snails, and other critter. Dress to get muddy!
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates:
Wednesday, April 3rd - 10am-11am (Spring Break 2024)
Thursday, April 4th - 4pm-5pm (Spring Break 2024)
Location: Poricy Park Nature Center (345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank)
Ages: PreK-6th grade
Fee: $5/child (R). Registration required.
Fossil Hunting Drop-In
Explore the fossil beds on your own time! Stop by the Poricy Park Nature Center Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm to rent fossil hunting equipment and a guide. Rentals are $5 per set.
Scout Programs
Poricy Park has the perfect scout outing for your troop/pack. Learn more here!
School Field Trips
The Recreation Department at Poricy Park offers a range of science and colonial history programs for preschool and elementary aged students. All programs emphasize hands-on activities and “doing” the things they have learned. And, of course, substantial time outdoors where nature provides a dynamic classroom. More information here along with trip brochure.
Sports Leagues
While the Recreation department may run some sports programs and special events, all Middletown sports leagues are run my non-profit organizations. Please reach out to the league contact directly for more information.
Exercise Programs
Great exercise and socialization for those 18 years+! Enjoy these co-ed sports with teams picked weekly. No prior experience is necessary.
Volleyball
Indoor: Tuesdays, 7:30pm-9:30pm, Croydon Hall Gym
Nov 14 - Dec 19, Off 11/28 & 11/5, weekly drop-in $5 (R)
Basketball
Dates: Wednesdays, Nov 15 - Dec 20, Off 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, $5 (R) weekly drop-in
Time: 7:30-9:30PM NEW TIME!
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Yoga
Dates: Tuesday, Oct 17 - Dec 19 (Off 10/31, 11/7, 11/28, 12/5)
Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Fee: $65 for full 6-weeks (R) or $12 (R) weekly drop-in
Register here under Fall season starting 9/1.
Sports Leagues
While the Recreation department may run some sports programs and special events, all Middletown sports leagues are run my non-profit organizations. Please reach out to the league contact directly for more information.
Host your birthday at the Poricy Park Nature Center! Choose from the following instructor-led themes. We customize to your needs and wishes. Please note some themes are seasonal.
- Wild Kratts - Pick two animals and our instructor will customize activities to explore their "creature powers." Includes craft, games and a hike.
- Pond Netting - Be introduced to creatures found in our pond by using nets to catch them! Hands-on learning lets kids touch some cool things. Includes craft.
- Fossil Hunting - Children will be introduced to fossils through games and crafts in the classroom before heading down to the brook for some in-water sifting and hunting. The party returns back to the Nature Center afterwards for party room time.
- Frogs & Turtles - Play games and make a frog home craft before visits from a live tadpole and our resident turtles. Turtles will come out of the tanks for kids to touch and learn. A scavenger hunt hike down to the pond to see wild turtles and frogs included.
Pricing starts at $315.00 for the first 15 children. $8.00 per additional child, with a max of about 25. This includes any siblings also attending. Party includes basic, non-themed paper goods (tablecloths, plates, napkins, forks, etc.), 90 minutes of instructor-led party, and then 30 minutes of party room time with your own food.
Dates available for Summer, Fall & Spring! Inquire today recreation@middletownnj.org, 732-615-2260.
Contact Us
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Janet E. Dellett
Director
Recreation Department
Poricy Park Nature Center
345 Oak Hill Road
Red Bank, NJ 07701Phone: 732-615-2260
Fax: 732-872-8706Administrative Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 4:30pmRegistration Hours
Monday - Friday
9am - 3pm