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Posted on: November 29, 2023

EGGstravaganza

EGGstravaganza Newsflash

EGGstravaganza

Join us for a family fun day of Spring crafts, activities, plant your own flower, Doodle Dude and Miss Fish, petting zoo, photos with the Easter Bunny, science demo and more! Event is indoors/outdoors.

Date: Saturday, March 23rd 2024...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 29, 2023

March Madness: Dribble, Dish & Swish Competition

March Madness Newsflash

March Madness: Dribble, Dish, & Swish

Wear your favorite basketball jersey and dribble, dish, & swish your way to victory! Showcase your basketball skills against your peers by competing in your specific age division. Competitors are timed on the a...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 29, 2023

Maple Sugaring for Scouts

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Maple Sugaring for Scouts

With cold nights and warm days, the later winter is the perfect time of year for maple sap in New Jersey. Join us to learn why you can collect sap only during this time, how to identify maples and other trees in the winter, and ho...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 29, 2023

Maple Tree Tapping

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Maple Tree-Tapping

In the dead of winter, trees begin to prepare for spring. Join us at Poricy Park to drill holes, hammer in tappers, and hang buckets - the first steps of making maple syrup! The walk down and back is approximately .5 miles total. All chi...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 29, 2023

After-School Science Club

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After-School Science Club

Mondays (4:00pm-5:00pm) | Grades K-2 | $120.00

Winter Session: Ice, Ice, Baby! (8 weeks) 1/8/24 – 3/11/24 (NO CLASS 1/15 and 2/19)

Join us for the popular Poricy science club. We’ve got STEM activities to do, nat...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 2, 2023

Preschool Fair

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Preschool Fair

Finding the perfect preschool for your child can be tough, we're here to save the day! Middletown Recreation is bringing preschools throughout the town together in one place for your convenience. Representatives from various schools...

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Recreation
Posted on: November 2, 2023

Santa Ferry Ride

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Santa Ferry Ride 2023

We're back on the bay to celebrate Christmas! The yuletide ride features Santa and friends, presents, entertainment, and a scenic ride around the Statue of Liberty. Ferries leave and return to SeaStreak's Belford Fer...

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Recreation
Posted on: October 23, 2023

Spread Some Cheer with Our Holiday Helpers Program

We're collecting toys this holiday season through Holiday Helpers.

Looking to spread some holiday cheer? Middletown Township is pleased to present Holiday Helpers to support our Middletown families in need this season.

For more information, or for assistance with filling out any of the forms, please call the Midd...

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Daddy-Daughter Lunar New Year Dance

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Daddy-Daughter Lunar New Year Dance

The Daddy-Daughter Dance returns to Jacques Catering! The theme is Chinese Lunar New Year - wear your favorite red or gold. Dress to impress. Enjoy a night of dancing, fun, good food and fun surprises! Choose from one of...

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Recreation
Posted on: February 26, 2023

Teen Open Play

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Teen Open Volleyball

Join us for teen only volleyball on Tuesday nights! Please note this is only drop-in play, no instruction/coaching provided.Dates: Summer: Tuesdays, September 5th - October 24th, $32 (R) or $5 weekly drop-in (R) , Register her...

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Recreation
Posted on: December 7, 2022

Adult Programs

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Enjoy great exercise and socialization, join us for Adult only volleyball on Tuesdays and open basketball on Wednesdays. No experience required. Co-ed teams picked weekly.

Indoor Volleyball

Dates: Fall: Tuesdays, November 14th - December 19th (Off ...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Annual Dodgeball Tournament & Holiday Toy Drive

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14th Annual Dodgeball Tournament

Come on out for a jolly good time while we collect toys this holiday season! All toys collected will be given out to Middletown Residents in need this holiday season. The tournament is stretched over two weeks. First week w...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Letters from Santa

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Letters From Santa

Our Middletown Elves will once again be collecting letters and delivering them directly to the North Pole!  Special mailboxes will be placed around town.  To help our elves, please download our "Letter to Santa&quo...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Tree Lighting

Christmas Tree Lighting Newsflash

Christmas Tree Lighting

Look who's coming to town! Catch annual the Middletown Arts Center Tree Lighting. Bring the whole family - get your photo with Santa, enjoy crafts, bonfires with classic Christmas cartoons, and a human snow globe inflatable!

Date:&am...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Holiday Light Map

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Holiday Light Map

Let's light up Middletown! Let neighbors know your house is decked-out for the holidays by putting your address on the official Middletown Holiday Light Map! Neighbors can get in the holiday spirit and plan their route from there...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Winter Solstice Hike

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Winter Solstice Hike

Join us for a hike on the longest night of the year! Bundle up and enjoy beautiful Poricy Park in the early evening. A headlamp or flashlight is recommended. Warm up after with hot cocoa by the fire.

Date: Thursday, December 21stTime: 4...

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Recreation
Posted on: August 23, 2023

Open Recreation

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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,...

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Recreation
Posted on: April 28, 2023

Middletown Senior Center

Open Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Activity, Membership, & Transportation Information 

The Senior Center is open for in person activities from 9:00-4:00, Monday - Friday. Virtual events and exercise classes are offered for members that are unable to make it into the center. Pre...

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Recreation
Posted on: July 31, 2023

Field Trips at Poricy Park

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Field Trips at Poricy Park

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...

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Recreation