Township of Plainsboro
RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES
Spring 2017
The 38th Annual
Founders Day
Spring Session
4/1-6/18
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Rain Date: Saturday, May 13, 2017
Ninety eight years ago the founding fathers of Plainsboro received
approval from the state of New Jersey to become an independent
municipality. On Sunday, May 7th, all are invited to join the fun
and festivities commemorating this moment in history. Festivities
begin at 12:30 PM with a parade from Edgemere Ave. to the
Municipal Grounds.
Event Features: Jugglers, High School Music Ensembles, Cultural
Performances, Amusement Rides, Super Inflatables, Antique
Automobiles, Children’s Activities & Crafts, Sports Alley,
Exhibits by Local Community Groups, Martial Arts
Demonstrations, Food for Purchase, & More!
ALL ACTIVITIES ARE FREE!
Spring Break Activities
Camp Day (See page 5 for camp information)
All Ages The supervillain Megamind finally defeats his
nemesis, the superhero Metro Man. But without a hero,
he loses all purpose and must find a new meaning to his
life. Parent supervision is required.
Ages 5-11 Join our Lenape Day Camp teachers for a
day of activities. Play fitness games, participate in a
science experiment, and make a craft in our art class.
Come see what Lenape Summer Camp 2017 will be
like!
Mon 1:00 pm
Free
4/12
$5.00 per child
Wed 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Folktale Fun
Hershey Park Family Bus Trip
All Ages Folktale Fun, clever spiders, signifying monkeys, grinnin’ buzzards, and other intriguing characters
will all come to life! Appreciating audiences around the
country have remarked about how inspiring, as well as
entertaining TAHIRA’s folktales are. Parent supervision
is required.
All Ages Families can enjoy a day of play at Hershey
Park! Participants are responsible for purchasing
admission tickets from Hershey's website or in person
upon arrival. $10.00 bus fee per person/$15.00 for
non-residents, can register after 3/20.
4/13
Thurs 1:00 pm (45 min show)
Free
4/14
Fri
Summer Camp
registration opens
Wednesday, March 1st
Register online or
at the Recreation &
Cultural Center
641 Plainsboro Road
Movie Day: Megamind
4/10
Spring registration opens
Monday, March 6th
Bus departs Plainsboro at 8:00 am
Bus departs Hershey Park at 7:00 pm
Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Hours
8:30 am-4:30 pm Mon-Fri
4:30-8:00 pm Tues & Thurs
Call us:
609-799-0909 x1719
Email us:
[email protected]
Connect with us online:
Classes & Programs for PreK-Teens
Spring 2017
Unless otherwise noted, all programs and activities will take place at the Recreation & Cultural Center at 641 Plainsboro Road.
Mommy & Me Playtime!
Parent & child (Infant-preschool) Children can
play in a controlled, safe environment while
moms/caregivers can socialize.
Tues 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Free
Music & Movement
Ages 1-6 Introduce your little ones to the love of
music. They will play instruments, sing and
dance.
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
$40.00
Mon. 1:15-2:00 pm
Pre-Ballet & Creative Movement
Ages 3-6 Little ones can experience their first
dance class learning pre-ballet steps.
8 classes (4/6-6/1)
$40.00
Thurs 1:15-2:00 pm
Tumble Time
Ages 3-10 Children will learn basic gymnastic
skills.
8 classes (4/4-5/30) Tues.
$40.00
Ages 3-5
4:00-4:45 pm
Ages 6-10
4:45-5:45 pm
ABC’s of Sports!
Ages 3-5 Introduce your little one to the fun and
exciting world of sports.
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
$40.00
Mon 4:30-5:15 pm
Inclusive Sports Play
Ages 5-8 Inclusive class includes skill building
activities related to different sports.
10 classes (4/6-6/8)
$50.00
Thurs 6:00-7:00 pm
New! Safe Sitter Essentials with CPR
Ages 11-17 Learn information essential to being
a babysitter: safe and nurturing childcare techniques, basic first aid, and rescue skills. Register at 888-897-8979 or www.princetonhcs.org/
calendar
4/11 Tues 9:00 am-3:30 pm
$40.00
Yikes! What is Happening to my Body
Ages 9-12 Program addresses the physical,
intellectual, and emotional changes preteens
experience as they enter their teenage years.
Bring your child and join us for a relaxing look at
growing up. Register at 888-897-8979 or
www.princetonhcs.org/calendar. Free
Boys-5/1 Girls-5/8Mon. 6:30-8:00 pm
Archery for Kids
Ages 9-14 Learn the basics of archery using
compound bows.
4 classes (5/8-6/5)
$20.00
Mon 4:00-5:30 pm
2
Mad Science-Science of the Senses
STEM Smart
Ages 5-8 Kids will explore science through
hands on experiments.
6 classes (4/7-5/26)
$12.00
Fri 4:30-5:30 pm
Ages 5-10 Children will investigate optical illusions, magnetic magic, call of the wild & much
more. Fills Quickly – Register early!!
8 classes (4/5-5/31)
$113.00
Wed 5:30-6:30 pm
JumpStart Into Bio
Sports Classes
Parent & Me Soccer
Ages 2-3 A fun and positive introduction to soccer
for children and parents! Plainsboro Municipal
Grounds.
8 Classes (4/22-6/17)
$140.00
Sat 2:00-3:00 pm
Soccer Squirts
Ages 3-4 Learn the fundamentals of soccer
through a program of structured activities and fun
based games. Plainsboro Municipal Grounds.
8 Classes (4/22-6/17)
$140.00
Sat 3:00-4:00 pm
Soccer Senior Squirts
Ages 8-11 Children will learn basic concepts of
biology.
8 classes (4/8-6/10)
$16.00
Sat 11:15 am-12:15 pm
Speak Up! Contest
Ages 6-18 Competition in Poem Recitation,
Speech, ADZAP and Congressional Debate Prelims: Sat 3/25
Free
Finals: Sat 4/22
Speak Up Congressional Debate
Ages 11-15 Class will focus on skills such as
research, persuasive speaking, critical thinking,
accurate and extensive note taking, and cross
examination skills.
7 classes (4/8-6/10)
$35.00
Sat 10:00-11:00 am
Ages 5-6 Learn the fundamentals of soccer
through a program of structured activities and fun
based games. Plainsboro Municipal Grounds.
Intro to Drawing
8 Classes (4/22-6/17)
$140.00
Ages 5-9 This intro to drawing class will teach
Sat 4:00-5:00 pm
participants basic drawing skills while building
Tennis Squirts (Schalks Meadow Park).
confidence and creativity!
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
$40.00
Ages 3-5 Learn the fundamentals of tennis in a
Mon 6:30-7:20 pm
fun, low-pressure environment.
8 Classes (4/23-6/18)
Sun 9:00-10:00 am
$140.00
Tennis
Ages 5-14 All levels. Schalks Meadow Park.
8 classes (4/23-6/18) Sun
$140.00
Ages 5-7 (development)
9:00-10:00 am
Ages 5-7 (foundation)
10:00-11:00 am
Ages 8-10 (foundation)
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Ages 8-10 (development)
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Ages 11-14 (foundation)
12:00-1:00 pm
Ages 11-14 (development)
12:00-1:00 pm
Ages 8-10 (foundation)
1:00-2:00 pm
Ages 8-10 (development)
1:00-2:00 pm
New! Gourmet Cooking for Young Chefs
Ages 10-16 Learn essential cooking skills using
fresh ingredients.
5 classes (4/22-5/20)
$50.00
Sat 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Creative Cool Crafts
Ages 5-9 Children will create various crafts using
different materials.
8 Classes (4/3-6/5)
$40.00
Mon 5:30-6:20 pm
Chess Instruction
Ages 5-14 Learn to play chess-the game of strategy and problem solving!
Kids Bollywood Dance
8 classes (4/8-5/27) Sat
$96.00
Ages 7-16 Class will review as well as teach new
Ages 5-8 (Beginner/Adv. Beg)
9:00-10:00 am
and different variations of Bollywood dance.
Ages 5-14 (Adv. Beginner/Inter) 10:00-11:00 am
6 classes (4/4-5/9)
$30.00
Ages9-14 (Beginner/Adv.Beg)11:00 am-12:00 pm
Tues 6:00-7:00 pm
Martial Arts Class
New! Computers4Kids
Ages 5+ Encompasses Sil Lum Kung Fu, Chin
Ages 8-12 Enhance computer skills and have fun! Na & Kempo beginner-master level. Outreach
8 classes (4/7-6/9)
$16.00 program. For information and registration call
Fri 4:30-5:30 pm
732-821-7817. $80.00 per month.
Mon & Fri 4:00-5:30 pm
Registration opens March 6. Register online at www.plainsboronj.com or in the Recreation & Cultural Center.
Classes & Programs for Teens-Adults
Spring 2017
Unless otherwise noted, all programs and activities will take place at the Recreation & Cultural Center at 641 Plainsboro Road.
Morning Zumba
Yoga & Meditation
Ages 18+ Dance/exercise to fun music for a
great workout! All levels welcome.
Ages 18+ Enjoy a range of yoga exercises,
breathing techniques, and meditation.
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
$40.00 Resident
9 classes (4/3-6/5)
Mon 9:30-10:30 am
$56.00 Non-Resident
Mon 7:15-8:15 pm
Instructional Tennis
Ages 18+ Regardless of previous experience,
participants will learn the basic fundamentals in
$45.00 Resident stroke production, court movement, and foot work,
in a low pressure, energetic environment. Schalks
$63.00 Non-Resident Crossing Park
New! FORE! Get the Swing back in your
8 classes (4/23-6/18)
$140.00
Game
Sun. 8:00-9:00 am
Ages 18+ Whether you have been golfing for
Ages 18+ Dance and get fit to music from
years or are just starting out, swinging a club
different cultures. All levels welcome.
can have a serious impact on your body. Join
9 classes (4/3-6/5)
$45.00 Resident
Dancing and Dessert!
Barbara Kutch PT, DPT, CSCS with University
Mon 6:00-7:00 pm
$63.00 Non-Resident Medical Center at Princeton’s Outpatient
Ages 18+ Enjoy coffee and dessert and then take a
Rehabilitation Network and who is certified by
ballroom dance lesson. Register online and pay at
the Titleist Performance Institute as she
Zumba & Toning
the door.
provides golf swing postural assessments and
Sat 7:00-8:30 pm
Ages 16+ Enjoy aerobic fitness classes which
discusses:
feature movements inspired by various styles of •The components of the golf swing
4/15 and/or 6/10
Latin American dance. Class offers a great
•How injuries occur
$10.00 per class for residents
workout! Municipal Building, Room A/B
•Swing-specific strengthening, flexibility, balance
$12.00 per class for non-residents
10 classes (4/8-6/10)
$50.00 Resident and warm-up exercises
5/24
Free
Sat 8:45-9:45 am
$70.00 Non-Resident Wed 7:00-8:00 pm
Ping Pong
Ages 18+ All levels welcome. Weekly playtime.
Zumba Strong
American Heart Association Adult/Child CPR Meets most Fridays and Saturdays of the month.
Registration is required. Ping Pong tables are proAges 18+ Class combines high intensity interval Class
training with the science of synced music moti- Ages 18+ Class provides information on cardiac vided, but please be considerate of others waiting
disease, stroke and teaches basic CPR and
to play. Participants must provide their own pad‐
vation.
Heimlich maneuver. This is not a certification
dles and balls. Municipal Building, Room A/B.
9 classes (4/7-6/9)
$45.00 Resident course; it is considered a participation course.
22 classes (4/7-6/17)
$10.00 Resident
Fri 9:30-10:30 am
$63.00 Non-Resident Register at 888-897-8979 or
www.princetonhcs.org/calendar.
Fri & Sat 7:00-10:00 pm
$40.00 Non-Resident
4/5
Free
Wed 7:00-8:00 pm
Badminton
Bollywood Dance Class
Evening Zumba
Ages 18+ Class reviews as well as teaches new Jazzercise Dance Fitness
and different variations of Bollywood dance
Ages 18+ Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and
moves. Open to all levels.
powerfully effective 60-minute workout! To
6 classes (4/4-5/9)
$30.00 register call: 609-273-1978 or email
[email protected]. Municipal Building,
Tues 7:00-8:00 pm
Room A/B. Ongoing.
Lite Yoga & Meditation
Tues 9:30 am & Thurs 8:15 am
Ages 18+ The High School North Main Gym will be
available for Badminton on Wednesday evenings. Shuttlecocks and nets will be provided. Participants must bring their own rackets
Ages 18+ Yoga type stretching to loosen
muscles and meditation to calm the mind and
lighten the spirit.
Chinese Calligraphy
9 classes (4/6-6/8)
Thurs 9:00-10:00 am
$45.00 Residents
$63.00 Non-Residents
Yoga Strength
Ages 16+ Be fit with strength and stretch yoga
exercises.
10 classes (4/5-6/7)
Wed 6:00-7:00 pm
$50.00 Resident
$70.00 Non-Resident
Inspirational Boot Camp
Ages 18+ Combination of strength, cardio,
muscle endurance, flexibility, core, balance, and
healthy eating. Beginners to advanced.
10 classes (4/6-6/8)
$50.00 Resident
Thurs 7:15-8:15 pm
$70.00 Non-Resident
Tues 9:00 -11:00 pm
$40.00 Resident
$56.00 Non-Resident
Ages 18+ Learn and share techniques of this
ancient art form.
10 classes (4/4-6/6)
Tues 7:00-9:00 pm
Free to Resident
$10.00 Non-Resident
Teen Volleyball
Southern Style Shaolin Kung Fu
Ages 12-17 This is a weekly program which
encourages teens to exercise and have fun while
learning to play volleyball. Location: Millstone
River School gym
Ages 18+ For information and registration contact
Sifu Bonifacio Lim at 609-716-9620. Room A/B
Sat 11:00 am-12:00 pm and/or Wed 4:45-5:45 pm
6 classes (4/17-5/22)
Mon 6:30-8:00 pm
3
8 classes (4/4-5/30)
$30.00
Registration opens March 6. Register online at www.plainsboronj.com or in the Recreation & Cultural Center.
Classes & Programs for Seniors
Spring 2017
Registration is required and available online from the township website or in-person. If you need assistance creating a user account contact us at 609-7990909 x1719. Classes are FREE unless otherwise noted and are open to township residents ages 55+. Limited space available to Non-Resident Senior Club
Members for $25.00 per program (unless otherwise noted) beginning 3/13.
Unless otherwise noted, all programs and activities will take place at the Recreation & Cultural Center at 641 Plainsboro Road.
Senior Strength Training
Senior Zumba Lite
Exercises to tone muscles, build strength, and
increase bone density.
Fun and lively Latin dance exercise class.
Municipal Building, Room A/B.
9 classes (4/6-6/8)
Thurs 9:30-10:15 am
8/9 classes (4/5-6/8)
Wed 10:45, 11:45 am OR Thurs 10:30 am
Advanced Senior Strength Training
Advanced class for those who have been in
previous strength training classes.
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
Mon 12:00-1:00 pm
$24.00 Resident
$34.00 Non-Resident
Senior Club Members
Senior Chair Exercise
Healthy Bones
An Osteoporosis Prevention, exercise and
education program.
24 classes (5/3-11/1)
Wed 1:30-2:45 pm
Senior Tai Chi
Ancient martial arts strengthens the body, loosens
muscles, and promotes balance. Municipal Building, Room A/B.
10 classes (4/8-6/10)
Sat 12:00-1:00 pm
Strengthen and stretch while seated in a chair.
Work on balance while standing and holding
onto a chair.
Senior Jazzercise Lite
9 classes (4/7-6/9)
Fri 12:00-12:45 pm
Fun, easy dance/fitness class for all levels.
9 classes (4/5-6/9) Wed 1:00 pm OR Fri 9:15 am
Chair Yoga
Gentle Yoga poses done on and behind the
chair with breath work and meditation.
9 classes (4/6-6/8)
Thurs 2:15-3:00 pm
Senior Hatha Yoga
A slightly more vigorous yoga class incorporating standing balance and power poses.
9 classes (4/4-6/6)
Tues 2:00-3:00 pm
Creative Writing
Write your own Memoir.
8 classes (4/20-6/8)
Thurs 12:30-1:30 pm
A fitness class with low impact movement,
strength, and flexibility.
8 classes (4/3-6/5)
Mon 3:00-4:00 pm
Archery for Seniors
Learn the basics of archery using a compound
bow.
4 classes (5/8-6/5)
Mon 1:00-2:30 pm
Mindfulness Meditation
Try something new and different each class, and
find your inner artist.
9 classes (4/6-6/8)
$45.00 Resident
Thurs 1:30-2:30 pm
$55.00 Non-Resident
Senior Club Members
Senior Support Group
Join others to share thoughts, feelings, and needs
in a safe environment.
3 classes (4/4, 5/2, 6/6) Tues 11:00am-12:00 pm
Chair yoga, dance and meditation. Municipal
Building, A/B
10 classes (4/8-6/10)
$5.00
Sat 10:00-11:00 am
Plainsboro Senior Citizen Club
The Senior Club is a non-profit 55+ group that
meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Contact President: Douglas Fullman
609-275-4965 for details.
Use mindful meditation and healing visualizations to calm the mind and feel at peace.
8 classes (4/20-6/8)
$5.00
Thurs 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Senior Trips
Basic Computers
For questions about senior programs and to
get on the Senior Mailing List, contact
Program Coordinator for Seniors, Tina
Preville at 609-799-0909 x1705 or x1719.
Cover the basics of Windows Computers.
9 classes (4/4-6/6) Tues 11:00 am-12:00 pm
AARP Smart Driver Courses
Awareness of safe driving. Participants can lower
their insurance cost and also deduct points from
their driving record. Fee payable to AARP.
2 classes (5/15 & 5/16) Mon AND Tues 9 am-12
pm $15 AARP Members/$20.00 Non-Members
Drop-In Programs
Free weekly programs. No registration required.
Fabulous Fridays
Socialize and enjoy refreshments with friends;
speakers, entertainment, pot luck lunches,
birthday celebrations and bingo.
Fri 12:30-2:30 pm
Artistic Explorations
Creative Therapy
Senior Exercise/Dance Class
Special Event! Older Americans Month Lunch
May is older Americans Month. Come to the
proclamation luncheon. Recreation & Cultural
Center! Registration required. Wed. (5/10)
12:00 -2:00 pm
$15.00 Non-Resident Senior Club Members
Advanced registration is required for trips on a
first-come, first-serve basis. Contact Sr. Trip
Coordinator, Janet Schock 609-799-0442.
Pickleball
A fun paddle type game using a short court and
whiffle ball. Great exercise, easy to learn and
social. Equipment must be signed out for play.
New members call Dicky 609-578-0738 or
Liz 609-462-9662.
Room A/B
Mon 12:30-3:30 pm &
Thurs 10:30 am-2:30 pm
Needle Art Engineers
Calling all knitters, quilters, needlepoint, and
crafters. Join this social group while you work on
and share your talent.
Mon 12:00-2:00 pm
Game Drop-In
Come over and play Rummikub, Checkers, Chess,
Backgammon, or any other game you prefer.
Fri 2:00-4:00 pm
Scrapbooking Club
Bring photos, a blank book, adhesives, and embellishments to create your own scrapbook masterpiece while enjoying the company of others.
Wed 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Spanish Club
Learn to speak Spanish. Please bring paper and
pencil.
Tues 10:00-11:00 am
Registration opens March 6. Register online at www.plainsboronj.com or in the Recreation & Cultural Center.
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Nature Programs for Children-Adults
Junior Marine Engineering-Set Sails
Ages 5-7 What causes something to sink or float?
How can engineers help explore and protect the
ocean below? We will explore these questions as
well as the concepts of marine engineering and
mechanics, harnessing the power of water, and
discovering designs that help us make the impossible, possible.
6 classes (4/20-5/25)
Thurs 6:00-7:00 pm
$130.00
Walks and Hikes
Princeton Institute Woods
Ages 5+ Come along and join us for this hike
through Institute Woods (Charles Refuge).
4/15
Free
Sat 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Backyard Compost Workshop
Ages 12+ Learn the importance of composting,
how to set up a compost pile, proper maintenance and ways of using finished compost.
Participants can order a compost bin for $40
(cash or check only) to be picked up at a later
date.
4/13
Free
Thurs 6:30-7:30 pm
New! Backyard Chickens & their Care
Apprentice Marine Engineering-Making Waves
Ages 8-12 During the Marine Engineering classes,
students use the Engineering Design Process to
design, create, test, and refine several types of
marine based devices and vehicles. Students
construct working prototypes that teach and reinforce the concepts of above water transportation,
underwater exploration, and harnessing the power
of water. They gain exposure to careers in naval,
ocean, and marine engineering as well as naval
architecture.
6 classes (4/20-5/25)
Thurs 6:00-7:30 pm
Spring 2017
$160.00
Little Ones Nature Series
Ages 3-6 (Parent & Child) Weekly program featuring
nature activities and crafts. Spring themes include: A
Little Birdie told Me, Frogs & Toads, Mud, Animal
Parents, May Flowers & Rain Showers, A Log’s Life.
6 classes (4/5-5/17)
Mother’s Day Hike at Plainsboro Preserve
Ages 5+ Bring your mom out for a Mother’s Day
weekend hike at the Preserve.
5/13
Free
Sat 8:00-10:00 am
4/6
Thurs 6:30-7:30 pm
10th Annual Spring Stream Cleanup
All Ages Celebrate Earth Month by helping us
keep our streams healthy as we clean up the
Cranbury Brook along the Lenape Trail. Individuals, family and groups welcome. For group registration please call 609-799-0909 x1708. Please
wear boots or shoes that can get wet. Gloves will
be provided, but feel free to bring your own. Don’t
forget your water bottle.
4/22
Free
Summer Camp 2017
Free
Creative Gardening
Ages 10-17 We will prepare the soil, and get our
early plants such as lettuce, broccoli all started
and each month we will add plants and seeds to
the garden. If you are interested in signing up
for the summer program (Creative Gardening
and Cooking) then you will want to sign up for
this program to help get the garden started.
5 weeks (4/4-6/13)
Sat 9:00-11:00 am
Free
Tues 4:00-5:30 pm
$30.00 Kids Nature Play
Wed. 1:00-2:00 pm
Ages 12+ There are many great benefits to
raising your own flock of backyard chickens.
Chickens are easy and inexpensive to maintain,
their eggs are fresh, great-tasting & nutritious,
they act as great bug and weed control for your
yard and produce the world’s best fertilizer for
your garden!
Ages 6-12 Let your kids be kids and join us as we
explore different parts of the Plainsboro Preserve.
We will build forts, go in search for frogs & tadpoles, and look under logs + more!!
5 classes (4/18-5/23)
Tues. 4:00-5:30 pm
Kids Garden Club
Ages 5-9 We will be spending most of our time
outside in the Children's Garden, digging, planting, and discovering how it grows.
$25.00 6 classes (4/20-5/25)
Thurs. 4:00-5:00 pm
$30.00
National Kids to Parks Day!
Summer Camp 2017!
Camp registration opens Wednesday, March 1st.
The following camps will be offered this summer:
Pre-K Camp (ages 4-5)
Lenape Day Camp (grades 1-6)
Sports Camps (grades 1-12)
Academic Camps (grades 6-12)
Performing Arts Camps (grades 1-9)
Environmental/Nature Camps
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2017 Summer Camp Preview
The 2017 summer camp information will be posted on
the Township website the end of February. Registration
opens in the Recreation & Cultural Center and online on
March 1, 2017. The Township offers summer recreation
camps, including: Pre-K Summer Fun Camp for
pre-school children ages 4 to 5 and Lenape Day Camp
for children entering grades 1-6 for the 2017-2018
school year. Partnerships with other agencies allow us
to offer sports, academic, & performing arts camps.
Scholarship aid is available to income eligible Plainsboro
residents for select summer camps. (See Scholarship
Assistance information.) Applications for summer camp
employment and volunteers are available in the office or
on the website. Minimum age for paid employment is 16.
Minimum age for volunteers at Lenape Day Camp is 15
and at Pre-K Camp is 14.
Hundreds of thousands of children nationwide
will take part in a grassroots movement to discover America’s parks through play on May 20,
to commemorate National Park Trust’s seventh
annual Kids to Parks Day! Parents, take your
kids to Plainsboro’s Morris Davison Park for an
afternoon of games, contests, relays, and a fun
run, as Plainsboro celebrates National Kids to
Parks Day! FREE
5/20
Sat 1:00-3:00 pm
Registration opens March 6. Register online at www.plainsboronj.com or in the Recreation & Cultural Center.
Special Needs Classes & Events
Spring 2017
Special Olympics-Young Athlete Program
Expressive Arts
Inclusive Sports Play
Ages 2-7 Sponsored by Special Olympics of
NJ. Inclusive program that Improves gross
motor skills, social and language skills, and
develops foundational skills for future participation in sports. New two-part registration. First,
register with Special Olympics at:
Ages 13 & up Participants will enjoy movement, theatre games, improvisation, and
music while developing social skills and selfconfidence. Shadow buddy volunteers are
available to assist participants.
Ages 5-8 Inclusive class includes warm up games,
stretches, aerobic circuit, and skill building activities related to different sports.
http://www.sonj.org/
8 classes (4/5-5/31)
$35.00
10 classes (4/6-6/8)
Thurs 6:00-7:00 pm
$50.00
Wed 5:30-6:30 pm
then register with us on the township website.
8 classes (4/5-5/31)
FREE
Wed 4:30-5:15 pm
Teen Social Hour
Ages 13+ Monthly social hour will include
refreshments, music, games, and lively
discussion groups. 1st Wednesday of the
month.
4/5 & 5/3
$5.00 per evening
Wed 6:30-7:30 pm
Special Needs Bounce-U Family Event
All ages Families with special needs children can enjoy a fun-filled afternoon bouncing! Includes bounce time in two different rooms, pizza, and
dessert for the whole family. Each child will leave with a goody bag. Up to
4 additional people can accompany the special needs participant. Families responsible for their own transportation. Space is limited. Not a dropoff program.
4/23
$10.00 per family
Sun 3:30-5:30 pm
Hawaiian Luau
Ages 13+ Hula over to the Hawaiian Luau Dance Party! Open to Special
Needs teens and adults. Shadow Buddy volunteers will be on hand to assist
participants. Registration required and available through the Township website. Refreshments will be served. Parents wishing to volunteer for the event
can contact the program coordinator at [email protected]. Wear
your Hawaiian Gear!
5/20
$5.00
Sat 6:00-8:00 pm
Program Sponsors
Funding support for community programs and resources that serve special needs youth and low income families is provided in part, by DCA ROID Grant
and HUD CDBG Grant respectively.
Saturday Night Fun for Everyone
Family Zumba
Family Fun Nights!
Get the family together and enjoy time playing
various board games, Bingo, and Wii games.
Children must be chaperoned at the event. No
advanced registration. Family Fun Nights take
place on the 2nd Saturday of the month.
Ages 6 and Up! If you are
looking for something fun and
healthy to do with your family,
this is it! Family Zumba gives
you and your family a chance to
be active together while improving coordination, endurance and
strength.
4/1 & 5/6
Free
Sat 5:00-6:00 pm
The Principles of Hip Hop: Peace, Love, & Unity
Hip Hop Fundamentals will be coming to Plainsboro to perform and
inspire its audience through the roots of hip hop culture. This
ensemble of dynamic and energetic dancers shares the deep, rich,
and diverse history of original hip hop music and dance as they
demonstrate the fundamentals of breakdancing with live performance
and audience participation. Registration required. Children must be
chaperoned.
4/29
Free
Sat 7:00-8:00 pm
4/8 & 5/13
Free
Sat 6:00-8:00 pm
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Registration opens March 6. Register online at www.plainsboronj.com or in the Recreation & Cultural Center.
Aquatics Schedule, Fees & General Information
Spring 2017
Session Dates: April 18-June 10. Class schedules/fees reflect closings. When WW-P schools are closed, there are no programs. Pool Closings: Friday, 5/26-Monday,
5/29 (Memorial Day weekend) and Friday, 6/2-Saturday 6/3 (Prom weekend).
Family / Lap Swim Pass
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mon - Fri
6:30-9:30 pm
6 weeks
8 weeks
8 weeks
7 weeks
6 weeks
6 weeks
Sat
1:00-5:30 pm
6:30-7:00 pm
6:15-7:00 pm
6:30-7:00 pm
6:15-7:00 pm
6:30-7:00 pm
1:00-1:30 pm
Preschool $94.00
Levels 2 - 3
Preschool
Levels 2 - 3
Preschool
$140.00
$125.00
$122.00
$94.00
Special Needs Swim
Lesson
Family 1 year
6 months
3 months
Adult
Lap
$395
$275
$225
1 year
6 months
3 months
$290
$225
$175
Youth/ 1 year
Senior 6 months
Lap
3 months
$195
$175
$145
6:15-7:00 pm
7:00-7:30 pm
6:15-7:00 pm
6:00-10:00 pm
7:00-7:45 pm
Special Needs Stroke
Clinic
Special Needs Swim
Lesson
Special Needs Aqua
Fit
Lifeguard Training
Levels 1 - 2
$105.00
$83.00
$144.00
(5 weeks)
$105.00
Pre-School Swim - Ages 3 1/2 - 5 1/2
years Children swim without
parent/guardian. Instructor tests and
places children in first class according
to swim ability.
Adults & Teen Lessons Ages 15+
Levels 1-3 For non-swimmers, beginners, and more advanced swimmers.
Preschool $94.00
Special Needs Swim
Lesson
7:00-7:45 pm
7:30-8:00 pm
7:00 - 7:45 pm
7:00-7:45 pm
7:45-8:30 pm
2:00-2:45 pm
Levels 1 - 2
Special Needs Swim
Lesson
Levels 1 - 2
Levels 5 - 6
Levels 3 - 4
Level 1 - 2
$140.00
$122.00
$105.00
$105.00
$83.00
7:45-8:30 pm
8:00-8:45 pm
7:45-8:30 pm
7:45-8:30 pm
8:30-9:30 pm
2:45-3:30 pm
Levels 3-4
Adults & Teens
Levels 3 - 4
Adults & Teens
Competitive Swim
Levels 1 - 2
$140.00
$140.00
$138.00
$105.00
$105.00
Special Needs Swim Lesson
(Formerly Adapted Aquatics) - Ages
6-15 years Children with mental or
physical challenges receive one-on-one
instruction. Grant subsidized half hour
program.
1:30-2:00 pm
$72.00
$105.00
Youth Lap - Minimum age 14
Senior Lap - Minimum age 62
Guest Pass - $10 person/day
$300.00
$72.00
$161.00
6:00-10:00 pm
8:30-9:30 pm
8:30-9:15 pm
3:30-4:15 pm
Lifeguard Training
Aqua Power
Level 5
Levels 3 -4
(5 weeks)
$104.00
$105.00
$105.00
6:00-10:00 pm
4:15-5:00 pm
WSI
Levels 5 - 6
(3 weeks)
$105.00
$300.00
ARC Lifeguard Training Course
Ages 15 years & up This course includes CPR/AED for the professional rescuer and
Lifeguard /First Aid Certificates. Pre-requisites: You must pass the pre-course test in order
to take the class. Tues and Thurs 6:00-10:00 pm must attend both classes.
ARC Lifeguard Training Review
Renew or update your CPR/AED for the professional rescuer and Lifeguard /First Aid Certificates. Must possess
a current lifeguard certification and bring certification with pocket mask to class. Must attend both days CPR/AED:
Thursday 6/1 5:30-10 pm. Lifeguard/First Aid: Thursday 6/15 5:30-10 pm. $125.00
5:00-6:00 pm
Competitive Swim
$138.00
Teen Lessons Ages 13-14 Level 1 for ARC Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
non-swimmers and beginners in level 1. Ages 16 & up WSI is an American Red Cross certification program that qualifies participants to become swim instructors.
Youth Lessons Ages 6-15 Contact
aquatics director regarding child placement in swim classes.
Level 1 - Intro to Water Skills
Level 2 - Fundamental Skills
Level 3 - Stroke Development
Level 4 - Stroke Improvement
Level 5 - Stroke Refinement
Level 6 - Swimming & Skill Proficiency
Competitive Swim Clinic Ages 6-15
Training for speed, endurance, plus
instruction for racing dives, starts, turns,
and strokes. Must have passed Level 5.
Aqua Power Ages 15+
A fast paced water exercise class using
a variety of techniques and equipment to
provide a full body workout.
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Pre-requisites: minimum age 16 years old. Participants must pass pre-course swim test, on the first day, to take the class. Swimsuit and
towel required every class.
Special Needs Stroke Clinic
Ages 10-23 For students with special needs who can swim 25 yards of front and back crawl. They will work on improving skills in a small
group setting (swim test from Director required).
Special Needs Aqua Fit
Ages 15+ For students with special needs who can work in a small group setting. Water exercise class can improve range of motion,
flexibility, strength, endurance, motor coordination, and balance.
Aquatics Registration Programs at WW-P HS North are open to residents of West
Windsor and Plainsboro. All registration is directed to the
YWCA Aquatics Outreach Program. Registration forms are
available at the YWCA website www.ywcaprinceton.org.
Mail to: YWCA Princeton Aquatics, 59 Paul Robeson
Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Registration will continue throughout the session on a
space available basis. Schedule changes due to pool
In-person registration held at the WW-P High School North availability will be posted.
pool April 5 and 6 from 7:00-8:00pm.
For more information about swim programs or level
Mail-in registration will be accepted after April 6 and must
placement , contact the YWCA Aquatics Director, Weninclude registration form, check, and a stamped, self addy Trockenbrod at 609-497-2100 x323. Leave your
dressed envelope.
name, phone number, and a brief message.
Recreation Policies
Registration
Refund Policy
Class Locations
Registration opens 3/6. Residency required
unless otherwise indicated. Registration is
accepted online or in the Recreation & Cultural
Center during regular business hours, MondayFriday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Tuesday and
Thursday, 6:00-8:00 pm. All registrations require a user account and email address. Registration is accepted on a first come first served
basis. Check website for class availability.
Fees are non-refundable. Exceptions made only for
emergencies; documentation required. Refund requests must be made in writing and take 6-8 weeks.
Rooms A/B and D are located at the
Township Municipal Building. All other
rooms are located at the Recreation &
Cultural Center.
Program Changes or Cancellations
Changes in class schedules are communicated via
email. If you have a question about class due to
weather call 609-799-0909 x 1719.
Fees
There is a $2.75 transaction fee per receipt each time
you register.
Class Changes
Requests to change a class registration
are subject to a $5.00 fee (also applies
to ‘no shows’ for free trips). Transfer
fees for camp sessions are subject to a
$25.00 fee. Registrations are not transferable.
Community Services
Food Pantry
Application information is available
on the Township website and in the
office. Upon acceptance, residents
may pick up pre-packed food bags
every 2nd & 4th Thursday of each
month. The food pantry is stocked
entirely by donations.
For information on making a
donation, call the coordinator at
799-0909 x1712.
Scholarship Assistance
Scholarship assistance for township camps
and school year extended day care in the
WW-P school district is available to income
eligible families. Funding is provided
through a Community Development Block
Grant. There is only one funding cycle per
year (which begins with summer 2017).
Please check the township website for the
2017-2018 cycle. Applications will become
available beginning on February 15, 2017.
Information Resources
Informational materials are
available to assist residents in
locating help. Literature on subsidized programs offered via
government agencies and regional non-profit organizations is
available in the office. Topics
include home energy assistance, food stamps, government
services, services for seniors or
for the disabled, and more.
Public Safety Services
609-799-2333
Operation Reassurance
Enrolled participants who live
alone can call police dispatch at a
pre-set time daily. If no call is
received, police will check to ensure the senior is alright.
Carrier Link
Mail carrier will advise police if
mail is not picked up, so a residence check can be made to be
sure the senior is safe.
Township Parks
General Park Rules
COMMUNITY PARK, Scotts Corner Road – includes ball fields, soccer field, dog parks, concession stand,
pavilion, picnic areas, an asphalt court for skateboarders or rollerblades and a playground facility.
◊ Fires permitted in grills in designated areas only.
LENAPE TRAIL, George Davison Road/Maple Avenue – a linear park that accommodates biking, jogging,
walking, and rollerblading (2.2 miles with markers every 0.1 mile).
◊ Motor vehicles restricted to
designated parking areas and
roadways.
MILL POND PARK, Maple Avenue – on Plainsboro Pond, a scenic area ideal for picnicking, fishing and
non-motorized boating.
MORRIS DAVISON PARK, Plainsboro Road – playground, volleyball, basketball courts, soccer and baseball
fields, biking/jogging path (perimeter approximately ½ mile) and pavilion area.
PLAINSBORO PARK, Edgemere Avenue – picnic area, playground, facilities for basketball, softball, baseball, bocce, volleyball, and tennis. Access to biking/jogging on the Lenape Trail.
SCHALKS MEADOW PARK, Parker Road – playground, basketball, tennis, cricket area, and ball fields.
WATERS EDGE PARK, Pond View Drive – a scenic park area on Plainsboro Pond with a floating dock for
non-motorized boating, picnic area and a biking/jogging trail.
PLAINSBORO PRESERVE, Scotts Corner Road – The 1000 acre Nature Preserve opens at 7:00 am.
Closing time is adjusted for sunset and posted daily. THE “NO FISHING, HUNTING, DOGS, OR BICYCLING”
REGULATIONS AT THE PRESERVE ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED BY THE PARK RANGERS AND
VIOLATORS WILL BE PROSECUTED.
PLAINSBORO PARK RANGERS - For questions on park facilities, regulations, or reservations call park rangers
at 799-0909 x1707. A copy of the park ordinances is available from the ranger office and at
www.PlainsboroNJ.com. Park reservation requests are done online.
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◊ Hours - sunrise to sunset.
◊ No parking permitted except
during park hours.
◊ Domestic animals permitted only in
designated areas on leashes that
are six feet or shorter (except in
dog parks). All sports fields are
“No Pet” areas at all times.
Owners are responsible for
cleaning up after their pets. Special rules apply at the dog parks.
◊ Bicycles/skates/carriages are
prohibited on courts.
◊ Non-motorized boating is only
permitted on Plainsboro Pond .
◊ Alcoholic beverages are not
permitted.
◊ Use of park facilities is at one’s
own risk.