ENTERTAINING EDISON

EDISON RECREATION

EDISON RECREATION HAS GONE GREEN & IS “ENTERTAINING EDISON” “Entertaining Edison” continues to give you all the information you need and you will be able to download applications from our Township website – www.EdisonNJ.org. Thanks for helping us save the environment.

KIDS FUN CLUBS “KIDS FUN CLUBS” will be held after school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and

Saturdays during the winter of 2014 in our two community centers. These

classes are for Edison resident children in kindergarten through 5th grades

only. Come join in on the fun! For class schedule, fees, information and

downloadable applications, please visit the township website and click on this

headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

. TEENS OFFERED VARIETY OF CLASSES FOR WINTER Many different classes from art to chess to basketball instruction will be offered this winter to all Edison middle school and high school students with a valid teen center ID. These winter classes will begin on January 6th and run through March 14th.

For class schedule, information and downloadable applications please visit the Township website and click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

OUR MAIN OFFICE AT

100 MUNICIPAL BOULEVARD

IS OPEN

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

FROM

8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

RECREATION OFFERS CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Winter adult classes will begin on January 6th

in aerobics, yoga,

ceramics, watercolors, acrylics, and chess. Go to the Township

website for fees, information and downloadable applications

and click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

NEW ADULT ACTIVITIES

Adult Badminton – Learn the proper way to play in this entry

level class. Learn the fundamentals of gripping, strokes, serves

and footwork on Olympic regulation indoor badminton courts.

Click on this headline for more information and a

downloadable application.

Meditation for Beginners – What better way to learn about

yourself than through the process of meditation? Join us on an 8

week journey to the farthest reaches of your mind. Click on this

headline for more information and a downloadable

application.

EDITION #11 DECEMBER 1, 2013

COMMUNITY CENTERS OPEN ON SATURDAYS

The Stelton and Minnie B. Veal Community Centers will remain open on Saturdays for the winter from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Both centers will still be open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

STELTON COMMUNITY CENTER 328 PLAINFIELD AVE.

EDISON, NJ 08817 732-248-7310

MINNIE B. VEAL COMMUNITY CENTER

1070 GROVE AVE. EDISON, NJ 08820

732-248-7316

SPONSORED BY THE EDISON RECREATION DEPARTMENT

100 MUNICIPAL BOULEVARD, EDISON, NJ 08817 HOURS 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

TELEPHONE: 732-248-7310/FAX: 732-985-0443 WEBSITE: www.EdisonNJ.org

For program information & cancellations: 732-248-7312

ALL INFORMATION & APPLICATIONS THAT ARE GIVEN TO US ON TIME CAN BE VIEWED & DOWNLOADED BY GOING TO:

www.EdisonNJ.org AND THEN CLICKING ON “ENTERTAINING EDISON” THAT WILL TAKE YOU TO ALL INDIVIDUAL TOPIC LINKS. YOU CAN ALSO CALL THE RECREATION OFFICE AT 732-248-7309.

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RECREATION EVENTS & PROGRAMS

TOWNSHIP TO HOST ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING Join family and friends as Edison celebrates the holiday by lighting the Township’s Christmas tree on Thursday, December 5

th in South Edison at

the Stelton Community Center, 328 Plainfield Ave. Music, dance, refreshments and of course Santa Claus will all add to the fun. Complete information can be found by clicking on the headline at our website.

RECREATION TO OFFER HOLIDAY TRIP TO NYC The Edison Recreation Department will again offer a chance to see New York City lit up for the holidays on this wonderful family trip. On Saturday, December 7

th, enjoy the sights and sounds of NYC at your

leisure. Visit the township website for information and a downloadable application by clicking on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

. TOWNSHIP TO CELEBRATE “FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS”

Please join the community along with family and friends as we light the Township Menorah on December 2nd

. This wonderful family event will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the JCC on Oak Tree Road. Music, children’s entertainment and refreshments are on tap as the history of Hanukkah is explained. Details can be found by clicking on the above headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

TOWNSHIP TO CELEBRATE BIRTHDAY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

Bring the whole family as we honor the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, January 18

th at

1:00 p.m. at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Ave., Edison. The Mt. Zion Choir and a dramatic performance about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will all highlight this important occasion. Details can be found by clicking on this headline in “Entertaining Edison.

HOLIDAY HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST OPEN TO EDISON RESIDENTS Three grand prizes will be given to the 3 “best dressed” houses in Edison as we celebrate the holidays. Win gift cards to local restaurants. All information and downloadable applications can be found by clicking on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

POETRY/SLAM POETRY CONTEST TO HONOR A

HISTORICAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN FIGURE OR EVENT

In observance of the upcoming African-American History Month and the birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who changed the conscience of his generation, describe your favorite historical figure or event through poetry. Edison school students in 3

rd – 12

th grades are eligible. Awards for

top poems will be given. For complete information and an application, click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

FEBRUARY IS AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH Please join us throughout the month of February at the Edison Municipal Complex (2

nd Floor Lobby by Council Chambers), 100 Municipal

Boulevard, Edison for an exhibit of African-American History featuring a display of student created poetry depicting a historical African American figure or event. For more information, please click on the above headline.

EDISON GAMBLING ON AC TRIP TO TAJ MAHAL Edison Recreation will be offering a trip to Atlantic City on Monday, February 17

th. Space is limited. For a downloadable application,

click on the above headline.

“PAJAMA PARTY” FAMILY BINGO Edison’s 14

th Annual Family Bingo is ready to go on Saturday, March 1

st with a “Pajama Party” theme. Please remember that this very

popular family event “sells out” fast. For registration information and application, please click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING An “Adventures in Babysitting” program for Edison teenagers in grades 6

th through 9

th, who want to learn the fundamentals of

babysitting, will be held at both community centers for 3 consecutive days in March from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Please click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison” to download an application and complete details.

EDISON INVITES FAMILIES TO PLAY CHESS Share with your children the magic of Chess! This program is for Edison children, 2

nd grade and older, along with their parent(s). Please

go to the Township website or click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison” for complete details.

ADDITIONAL YOUTH LEAGUES

Buddy Ball Ellis Motin 732-549-2961 www.buddyballofedison.com Edison Angels Softball John Szilagyi 732-501-9223 www.edisonangels.com Edison Boys Baseball Rick Pychewicz 732-287-6836 www.edisonboysbaseball.com Edison Jets Football Lawrence Lebrocq 732-207-2336 www.edisonjets.com Edison United Soccer Association Angie M. Tarighi 908-217-4502 www.edisonunitedsoccer.com Edison Youth Basketball Joe Dunne 908-668-1342 www.edisontyb.org Fords/Clara Barton Baseball Scott Schnee 732-742-4009 schnee13@comcast.net Little Eagles Wrestling Lawrence Lebrocq 732-207-2336 www.eteamz.com/edisoneagleswrestling.com Midtown National Little League Hank Ungerleider 732-985-5471 www.midtownlittleleague.org North Edison Baseball & Softball Anne Marie Elko 732-549-2643 www.northed.com North Edison Shamrocks Football Jeff Ricigliano 732-767-0199 www.northedisonshamrocks.com

EDISON ANGELS GIRLS SOFTBALL TO HOLD SPRING REGISTRATIONS AND CLINICS—Edison Angels softball league is now accepting registrations for spring 2014. Register at the clubhouse on Tuesday, 12/3/13 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Saturday, 12/7/13 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon and on Tuesday, 1/7/14 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Go to www.edisonangels.com for more information.

ADULT SOFTBALL OFFERED FOR MEN & WOMEN Middlesex County residents are welcome to enter teams in Edison’s adult spring/summer softball league which will begin on April 7

th.

Information and a downloadable application can be found in “Entertaining Edison” at www.EdisonNJ.org.

SENIOR SOFTBALL LEAGUE OFFERED For the first time, Edison Recreation will be offering a Senior Softball League for those 50 and over. The league will play on Friday nights beginning May 2, 2014 and run through the middle of August. A team application form can be found in “Entertaining Edison” @www.edisonnj.org and clicking onto this headline. For more information, please contact the Recreation Office at 732-248-7309.

SHORINJIRYU KARATE OFFERED AT RECREATION CENTERS It is the ultimate purpose of Shorinjiryu Karate-do to develop individuality in mind and body through the study of traditional techniques and the spirit of competition.

Training is offered to children ages 9 & up, teenagers and adults of Edison Township. Students are expected to attend at least (2) classes per week. Please go to the Township website or click on this headline in “Entertaining Edison” for details. This is an in person registration at either Community Center.

THE EDISON UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATION is holding ongoing registration for their Spring Soccer Programs. Programs are designed for children ages 2.5 to 17. For information on these programs and to register on line, go to www.EdisonUnitedSoccer.com.

RECREATION OFFERS WEIGHT ROOM FACILITIES FOR ADULTS Our Edison Recreation Department offers weight rooms at both community centers. Open to both residents and non-residents, both centers offer free weights, universal machines, treadmills and exercise bikes. A resident fee of $10.00 a month or a non-resident fee of $30.00 a month is charged. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. IN PERSON REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

MIDTOWN LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL – 2014 Spring registration for girls softball, boys baseball and boys & girls T-Ball (ages 4-6 years) is now ongoing. REGISTRATION FREE FOR FIRST TIME PLAYERS! To download a registration form or to register online, please go to www.midtownlittleleague.org. Walk-in registration will be held at the Midtown Complex, 14 Glenville Road, on Saturday, December 14, 2013 and January 11, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. For walk-in registration, phone 732-287-1395 or email midtownlittleleague@hotmail.com. MIDTOWN LITTLE LEAGUE IS HOSTING A HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR &BOUTIQUE – December 7, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Edison High School, 50 Boulevard of the Eagles, Edison. Crafters and vendors interested in reserving a table, please contact Daniella Shourt at dshourt55@gmail.com or midtownlittleleague@gmail.com.

NORTH EDISON SHAMROCKS 2014 REGISTRATION DATES FOR FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING – Registration will take place in March and April 2014 at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Avenue, Edison. Check us out at our website: www.northedisonshamrocks.com. For more information, please contact Jeff Ricigliano at 732-767-0199.

ROVERS SOCCER SKILLS FOR AGES 3 THROUGH 10 – A five week clinic will be held at both the Stelton Community Center and the Minnie B. Veal Community Center. For complete details go to www.roversoccer.com.

WHAT’S ON DECK AT REC.

(FOR MARCH – APRIL – MAY)

LITTLE DARLIN’S SPRING FLING

SUMMER JOB FAIRS TWIRLING & CHEERLEADING SHOW

FISHING DERBY

MAYOR’S BIKE TOUR

PRE-SCHOOL APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

ABC/YAP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

REGISTRATION ON TAP FOR JUNIOR TENNIS PROGAM—All children in grades K-8 are invited to participate in the Junior Tennis Program run by “Young’s Tennis”. Registration for the 8 week program ends March 22, 2014 and the program begins on January 27

th. Information and a downloadable application can be found by clicking on this headline in

“Entertaining Edison”.

EDISON FLIPPING OVER ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS—Acrobatics is a sport with beauty and art and a combination of gymnastics, choreography and fitness. Instruction will be provided by Ms. Jun Li, World Cup Gold Medalist in the Sport of Acrobatic Gymnastics and former member of the Chinese Acrobatic Gymnastics Team. All information can be obtained by clicking on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.

PLAY AND LEARN BADMINTON IN EDISON—Take this opportunity to learn the Basic foundation of Badminton. Learn gripping,

serves, stance, preparation, clears, drops, drives, nets, hand-eye coordination, timing, introduction to smashes, basic footwork and generally establishing the ground work for the next level up. The class covers essentials of the game, the strategies for doubles and single players according to skill level (Beginner and Intermediate levels). For beginners and children, it will be a fun way to learn and explore. We prepare kids for tournaments played in the tri-state area. There are 4 sessions throughout the year. Please call 732-428-7362 or 201-616-8660 or email Reenappana@gmail.com for more information.

TOWNSHIP WELCOMES ALL YOUTH BOWLERS TO ITS WINTER BOWLING PROGRAM—Edison Recreation is sponsoring a weekly bowling program for boys and girls between the ages of 5 to 14. This year we will be offering two bowling centers

for your convenience. Residents in the southern and western sections of Edison can continue to enjoy bowling on Mondays at 4 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. at Stelton Lanes, which is located at 1665 Stelton Road (approximately one mile from the Recreation Office); while residents in the northern and eastern sections may now enjoy bowling on Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m. at Majestic Lanes, which is located near the intersection of Amboy Avenue and Route 9 North (525 Route 9 North) in Woodbridge. Information and a downloadable application can be found by clicking on this headline in “Entertaining Edison”.