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Hillsborough Parks and Recreation
2014 Fall Activities Guide
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hillsborough township committee
MayorDoug TomsonDeputy MayorGreg BurchetteCommitteemanFrank
DelCoreCommiteewomanGloria McCauleyCommiteemanCarl Suraci
GeneralInformation
department staff
Director of Parks, Recreation & SocialServicesRonald M.
SkoboAssistant Director of RecreationNancy BergenParks
SupervisorJohn CrossenRecreation Program CoordinatorGriffin
DunneRecreation AssistantBrian VanDongenAdministrative
AssistantLynn Petner
recreation and parks commission
ChairpersonRob PeasonVice ChairpersonLisa
NisivocciaCommissionersBill BochinskiRobert CianoPeter
CipparuloJenn HaleyRobert HollingsheadKaryl RucciLarry YardTownship
Commitee LiaisonsDeputy Mayor Greg BurchetteCommiteeman Carl
Suraci
mission statement
Our mission is to enrich the lives of the residentsof
Hillsborough by providing safe, welcomingparks and recreation
facilities and affordable,diverse recreation and social activities
for peopleof all ages and abilities to play, learn,comtemplate,
build community, and be goodstewards of our environment.
meetings
Regular monthly meetings of the Recreation andParks Commission
are held on the firstWednesday of each month in the
MunicipalBuilding at 7:30pm. The meetings are open andthe public is
welcome.
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Parks and Recreation InformationGeneralInform
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general policies
SupervisionParents or guardians of minors are responsiblefor
dropping off and picking up their childrenpromptly at the
facility.EligibilityAll township residents are eligibile to
participatein all programs, assuming the participant meetsthe age
or grade criteria outlined. Whereavailable, non-residents may
participate incertain programs for an additional fee.Financial
AssistanceThe Department of Parks and Recreation offersreduced fee
registration for children who areeligible under the guidelines of
the FederalSubsidized Lunch Program. Please call ouroffice for
information prior to registration.CommunicationClosing
notifications and cancellations due toinclement weather will be
posted on our website,Facebook, and Twitter pages.
get connected! stay informed!
Website: hillsboroughnjrecreation.orgFacebook:
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dateinformation about recreation programs andevents!
inclusive recreation information
The Hillsborough Department of Parks andRecreation is committed
to an inclusiveapproach to recreation. Inclusion is indvidualswith
and without disabilities participating inrecreation activities
together.In order for individuals with disabilities toparticipate
as fully as possible, reasonableaccommodations are provided. These
areindividualized techniques and resources used toenhance program
participation withoutfundamentally altering the program.
Inclusionmakes it possible for individuals to choose fromthe vast
array of programs offered by theDepartment of Parks and
Recreation.For more information, or to request assistanceand
accomodations, plecase contact us at (908)369-4832. We request at
least two weeks noticefor reasonable accomodation
requestions.Please note that in some cases, thesemodifications may
take longer.
program registration
There are three easy ways to register forprograms:Visit the
Parks and Recreation office at ThePeter J. Biondi Municipal
Building.Call the Parks and Recreation office.Online at the Parks
and Recreation website.
refund policy
The Department of Parks and Recreationreserves the right to
cancel, alter, supplement,limit registration or change any dates,
times,locations, ages, fees or any other informationlisted. There
will be NO REFUNDS of anyregistration fees unless the program is
canceledby the department.
therapuetic recreation partnership
We have a cooperative agreement with the SomersetCounty Park
Commission's Therapeutic RecreationDepartment (TR) to provide
lesiure and recreationopportunities for children and adults who
have adevelopmental disability. We and TR recognizes theneed for
all individuals to participate actively inrecreational and lesiure
activities to promote health,fitness, and well-being. More
information onTheraputic Recreation is available by calling the
TRDepartment of SCPC at (908) 526-5650.
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Parks Directory and Community GroupsParksandCommunity
Groups
parks directory
Ann Van Middlesworth Park570 Pleasant View Road
Baseball field, softball field, basketballcourts, universal
playground, 1-milewalking trail, picnic areas, skate park,fishing
pond, sensory garden
Docherty Park154 U.S. Route 206 South
Softball fields, soccer fields, lacrossefields, playground,
roller hockey rink,picnic areas
Flagg Way Park4 Flagg Way
Tennis court, playgroundFlagtown Park40 7th Street, Flagtown
Baseball field, basketball court,playground, picnic area
Otto's Farm ParkMontgomery & Wertsville Road
Hiking trails through farmland, orchards,and over streams; cross
country skiing
Singley Park425 Woodfern Road
Softball fields, regulation soccer field,small sided soccer
fields, paved walkingtrail
Woodfield Park154 Beekman Lane
Softball fields, soccer fields, tenniscourts, playgrounds, paved
walking trail
Flagg Way Park
community groups
Hillsborough Baseball Leaguewww.hillsboroughbb.comHillsborough
Dukes Football &
Cheerleadingwww.hillsboroughdukes.comHillsborough Senior Citizens
Club(A) Dorrie Guarniero(B) Nancy & Ed Bertin 359-6574Jr.
Raider Football, Cheerleading, Track, andGirls Lacrosse
www.jrraiders.orgHillsborough Soccer
Clubwww.hillsboroughsoccerclub.orgHillsborough Hurricanes
Softballwww.leaguelineup.com/hillsboroughhurricanesHillsborough
Hustle Softballwww.eteamz.com/hillsboroughustleHillsborough
Lacrossewww.hillsboroughlax.comHillsborough
Librarywww.somerset.lib.nj.us/hillsboroughHillsborough Special
Olympicswww.leaguelineup.com/hillsboroughspecialolympics
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Special EventsSpecia
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Children's Halloween PartyThursday, October 30, 2014
4:30pm - 6:30pmMunicipal Building
Haunted HouseHayride
Pumpkin PickingGoodie Bag
Pumpkin Carving Contest
$5.00 per childPre-Registration
Required
Wear Your Costume!
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sunday
Youth Golf-BeginnerYouth Golf-Advanced
monday
First RootsMusicTiny FootballBoysBasketballSkills &
Drills
tuesday
TinyWiffleballBiddyBasketball
wednesday
Fall SportsFunLittle ChefsBig Chefs
thursday friday saturday
Fall YouthSoccerLeagueGames
program calendar at a glance
Note: This calendar is for informational purposes only. Please
check the program listing for specific dates and times of each
program.
Program Registration Begins August 18
Youth ProgramsYouth
Programs
tiny wiffleball
Swing into wiffleball fun! Hitting, catching, fielding,throwing,
and base running are taught. This class isgreat for boys and girls
to get ready for baseball orsoftball.Supervisor: Parks &
RecreationAge: 4 - 6 years Fee: $52Days: Tuesdays Time: 4:00pm -
4:45pmDates: Sep 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21Location: Woodfield Park
- West
fall sports fun
One of our most popular classes, this is a "sampler"of sports.
This class provides an introduction tosoccer, wiffleball, and
foottball. Fundamentals ofeach sport are taught. Every two weeks,
children willbe introduced to a new sport. The emphasis is
onfun!Supervisor: Parks & RecreationAge: 4 - 6 years Fee:
$52Days: Wednesdays Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pmDates: Sep 17, 24, Oct 1,
8, 15, 22Location: Woodfield Park - West
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biddy basketball
Score some basketball skills in this co-ed class.Through a
variety of fun drills and games, childrenwill learn basketball
fundamentals such as dribbling,passing, shooting, positions, and
teamwork.Supervisor: Parks & RecreationAge: 1st - 3rd grade
Fee: $52Days: Tuesdays Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pmDates: Oct 7, 14, 21,
28, Nov 11, 18Location: Hillsborough Middle School
boys basketball skills and drills
Refresh your skills before winter basketball season.This program
stresses basic basketball skills andtechniques. Through a variety
of drills and game play,children will develop or improve their
shooting,dribbling, passing, and defending skills.Supervisor: Mark
TroisiAge: 4th - 8th grade Fee: $52Days: Mondays Time: 6:30pm -
8:00pmDates: Sep 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10Location:
Hillsborough Middle School
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little chefs
Children will learn basic culinary skills including howto follow
a recipe, measuring, mixing, and muchmore. During the class,
children will prepare simplesnacks, meals, and desserts.Supervisor:
CJ FaerberAge: K - 4th grade Fee: $75Days: Wednesdays Time: 6:00pm
- 7:00pmDates: Sep 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 29Location: Peter J. Biondi
Municipal Building
big chefs
Children will learn basic culinary skills including howto follow
a recipe, measuring, mixing, and muchmore. During the class,
children will prepare simplesnacks, meals, and desserts.Supervisor:
CJ FaerberAge: 5th - 8th grade Fee: $75Days: Wednesdays Time:
7:15pm - 8:15pmDates: Sep 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 29Location: Peter J.
Biondi Municipal Building
tiny football
Are you ready for some football!? In this introductionto
football, children will participate in drills and gamesto learn
skills such as passing, recieving, running,and teamwork. This is a
great class to learn thebasics in a safe, noncompetitive
environment.Supervisor: Parks & RecreationAge: 4 - 6 years Fee:
$52Days: Mondays Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pmDates: Sep 15, 22, 29, Oct 6,
20, 27Location: Woodfield Park - West
Join us on Thursday, October 30 for a hayride,pumpkin picking,
and a walk through our haunted
house at our Halloween Party. Head to page 4 formore
information.
youth golf clinic
Beginner LevelAn introduction to the fundamentals of golf.
Stance,grip, alignment, putting, chipping, iron play, sandplay, and
driving will all be taught. Basic rules andetiquette will also be
covered. This program isdesigned for the beginner
player.Supervisor: Bob D'AmicaAge: 7 - 15 years Fee: $135Days:
Sundays Time: 11:00am- 12:00pmDates: Sep 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12,
19Location: Hillsborough Golf & Country ClubAdvanced LevelA
review of the fundamentals of golf, with the additionof more
advanced techniques and skills. All basicskill sets will be
reinforced. Course management,rules, and etiquette will also be
covered.Supervisor: Bob D'AmicaAge: 7 - 15 years Fee: $135Days:
Sundays Time: 12:00pm- 1:00pmDates: Sep 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12,
19Location: Hillsborough Golf & Country Club
Check out our winter sports leagues: In-TownBasketball and
Wrestling. Information about our
sports leagues is on page 7.
first roots music and movement
This class enhances a child's natural love of music!Children
develop their roots in a stimulating, music-rich environment.
Singing, dancing, instrument play,stories, prop play, rhymes and
rhythms will help yourchild grow and learn. Caregivers are required
to stayonsite.Supervisor: Jennifer EspositoAge: 6 mo - 5 years Fee:
$52Days: Mondays Time: 10:30am- 11:30amDates: Sep 15, 22, Oct 6,
13, 20, Nov 3, 10, 17Location: Peter J. Biondi Municipal
Building
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Youth Sports Leagues
youth basketball league
December - MarchRecreation basketball is a fun,
non-competitive
league where children are able to learn the game andimprove
their skills with a weekly practice session
and games on Saturdays.Leagues
Boys 4th & 5th GradeBoys 6th - 8th GradeGirls 4th - 6th
Grade
Registration Deadline: October 10Fee: $125
A group practice session will be held in Novemberfor evaulation
and team placement purposes.An 8-week regular season will be
followed by
playoffs.
Youth
SportsLeagues
high school basketball league
December - MarchThe High School League plays Monday nights.
Play
fun games with and against your friends.Leagues
Boys 9th & 10th GradeBoys 11th & 12th Grade
Registration Deadline: October 10Fee: $110
youth wrestling
November - MarchThe Hillsborough Youth Wrestling Program is open
toHillsborough children in Kindergarten through sixthgrade. Through
practices and competition againstteams from neighboring
communities, wrestlers willlearn the fundamentals of the world's
oldest sport,improve their cardiorespiratory endurance andstrength
conditioning, and build self-confidence.Many of Hillsborough's most
successful wrestlers,both on and off the court, began in this
program.
DaysMondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Time6:30pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $70(must also purchase headgear, wrestling shoes, a
warm-up, and a singlet)Program Coordinator
Todd OramFor more information, please visit
www.borowrestling.com
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Adult ProgramsAdult
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sunday monday
Men's Over40 BasketballAdult Men'sVolleyball
tuesday
Men's Over40 BasketballAdult Co-EdVolleyballAquaticExercise
wednesday
Men's Over40 BasketballMen's OpenBasketball
thursday
AquaticExercise
friday
Men's Over40 BasketballAdult Co-EdVolleyball
saturday
Adult GolfClinic
program calendar at a glance
Note: This calendar is for informational purposes only. Please
check the program listing for specific dates and times of each
program.
men's open basketball
Join us for an evening of pick-up basketball. With noformal
teams, new teams are formed each week.Supervisor: Gary PuzioAge:
Adults Fee: $30Day: Wednesdays Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pmDates: Sep 17
- Dec 10Location: Auten Road Intermediate School
men's over 40 basketball
Held four nights each week, this open gym is for adults40 years
of age and older. There are no formal teamsin this pick-up style
program.Supervisor: Rich MancinoAge: Adults Fee: $30Day: Mon, Tue,
Wed, Fri Time: 8:00-10:00pmDates: Sep 15 - Dec 17Location: Woods
Road Elementary School
Program Registration Begins August 18
men's volleyball
Pick-up volleyball games are played each week. Newteams are
formed each session. This is for playerswho wish to play at a
higher level of competition.Supervisor: Mike DuralekAge: Adults
Fee: $30Day: Mondays Time: 8:00-10:00pmDates: Sep 15 - Dec
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co-ed volleyballPlayers of all abilities are welcome at this
volleyballprogram. Pick-up games will be played with newteams
formed each week.Supervisor: Arna LoCalioAge: Adults Fee: $30Day:
Tuesdays Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pmDates: Sep 16 - Dec 23Location:
Hillsborough Middle School
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friday night co-ed volleyballCome play friendly, recreational
games of volleyball tostart the weekend off right..Supervisor: Arna
LoCalioAge: Adults Fee: $30Day: Fridays Time: 8:00pm -
10:00pmDates: Sep 26 - Nov 14Location: Hillsborough Middle
School
AdultPrograms
adult golf clinic
An introduction to the fundamentals of golf. Stance,grip,
alignment, putting, chipping, iron play, bunkerplay, and driving
will be covered. Basic rules andetiquette will also be
introudced.Supervisor: Bob D'AmicaAge: Adults Fee: $110Day:
Saturdays Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pmDates: Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4,
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aquatic exercise
A low-intensity, low-impact exercise class. Exerciseswill
improve flexibility and mobility.Tuesday SessionsInstructor:
Hillsborough YMCAAge: Adults Fee: $55Day: Tuesdays Time: 10:30am-
11:30amDates: Sep 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 11Location:
Hillsborough YMCAThursday SessionsInstructor: Hillsborough YMCAAge:
Adults Fee: $55Day: Thursdays Time: 10:30am- 11:30amDates: Sep 25,
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13Location: Hillsborough YMCA
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Find a program you or your child would like?
Register today! There are three easy ways to signup. You can
stop by our office or call us from 8:00am- 4:30pm, or you can
register from the convenienceof your home or office on our
CommunityPass online
registration system!
Have you read our newsletter,
the Recreation Run Down?
The official newsletter of the Parks and RecreationDepartment
contains articles about recreation
programs, classes, and events and is published threetimes each
year: in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.Be sure to check out the
Recreation Run Down onour website for updates from our programs
and
events!You can also stay up-to-date and informed with allthe
Parks & Recreation programs and events andconnect with others
on our Facebook and Twitter
pages.
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Swim LessonsSwim
Lesson
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Our swim lessons are an excellent way to get your child
acquainted with the water. Qualifed andenthusiastic instructors
from the Hillsborough YMCA teach your child the skills needed to be
a successfulswimmer. With a small instructor to student ratio and
different levels of classes, each child will learn new
skills quickly.
parent / childAge: 6 months to 36 monthsFor the little fish in
your life. Basic skills are taught tochildren to help them adjust
to the aquaticenvironment so they become comfortable in thewater.
The learning process is directed through theparents, and parents or
guardians are expected to bein the pool with their child.Safe water
entry, comfort in the water, swimmingsafety, front and back floats,
and submerging theface in the water are all aspects of this
level.Day Time FeeTuesdays 9:00am - 9:30am $120Thursdays 10:30am -
11:00am $120
beginner
Age: 3 to 5 yearsChildren will learn basic water skills
including waterentries, water adjustment, assisted floats and
glides,and possibility for introduction to the front and backcrawl.
Each session includes skills pertaining to theability of the
child.Day Time FeeMondays 5:30pm - 6:00pm $120Tuesdays 10:00am -
10:30am $120Tuesdays 7:15pm - 7:45pm $120Wednesdays 5:30pm - 6:00pm
$120Thursdays 10:00am - 10:30am $120Saturdays 11:30am - 12:00pm
$120
advanced beginnerAge: 6 to 7 yearsThis class builds on skills
learned at the beginnerlevel, but first-time students are always
welcome.Children will learn to tread water, turn over
whilefloating, swim on front, and water safety. Instructionwill be
tailored to the abilities of the children in theclass.Day Time
FeeMondays 5:30pm - 6:00pm $120Wednesdays 5:30pm - 6:00pm
$120Thursdays 7:30pm - 8:00pm $120Saturdays 11:30am - 12:00pm
$120
swim lesson information
The session starts on September 8 and runs through November
16.To keep instructor to child ratios low, each class has a maximum
enrollment limit. Please register early toguarantee your spot in
the class you wish.Classes are conducted in the therapy pool at the
Hillsborough YMCA.Aquatics Director: Lisa Slover, (908) 369-0490
ext. 717
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