Senior Exercise Class Information:
Dates: Every Thursday**, September 7, 2023 to June 20, 2024
Location: Morris Plains Community Center Multipurpose Room
Time: 10 AM to 11 AM
Fee: Morris Plains Residents: NO FEE
Residents from towns offering a free, reciprocal program : NO FEE
**No class Thanksgiving (November 23, 2023)
No Class when the Morris Plains Borough School closes for inclement weather.
This is the online application for the Town Wide Garage Sale Weekend (Oct 7-8 2023). Please add 1 item to cart and proceed to registration. Once you complete it, you can pay either online via MuniciPAY (nonrefundable $3 transaction fee to MuniciPAY applies), or directly to Recreation at the Community Center. When submitting payment, it is important to put your invoice # in MuniciPAY or on your check and/or print out your confirmation of application to submit with your check. Payment instructions will be emailed after you complete your registration. For any technical assistance regarding online registration please email webmaster@morrisplainsboro.org.
Morris Plains Community Center, 51 Jim Fear Drive, Morris Plains, NJ 07950.
Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Karleen Leahey, Recreation Director and Secretary to the Recreation Commission
Telephone: 973-538-3544
Email: kleahey@morrisplainsboro.org
Tech Support Email webmaster@morrisplainsboro.org
Playwriting! Maximum: 15
Dates: July 17th – 21st
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Grades: 3rd to 5th
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructors: Lorelei Eck
Fee: $60
Campers will write their own short plays to be performed at the end of the week. Each camper will get the opportunity to write and direct their own play as well as act out with their friends!
Making Music Maximum: 15
Dates: July 10th – 14th
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Grades: K to 2nd
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructors: Lorelei Eck
Fee: $65
Campers will learn how to make their own musical instruments from household items! They will also learn simple rhythms and chants, and close out the week with a performance with their homemade instruments.
Cheerleading Registration: Minimum: 6 Maximum: 15
Dates: July 17 – 21
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Participants: Grades: K – 5
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructors: Kaydence Curnow (MHS Cheerleader)
Fee: $60.00
Students will learn basic cheerleading motions and moves progressing to cheers, chants and routines. A cheerleading demonstration will be held for families at the end of the week!
Sport: Basketball Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: Week 2 – July 24-28
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Participants: Grades: 4 – 7
Location: Morris Plains Community Center Basketball Courts
Instructor: Alex Mahoney / Play Maker Prep
Fee: $85.00 per week
Kids will be put through a high-intensity, competitive basketball workout with skill development including: shooting, ball-handling, footwork, and scoring moves. We will play competitive games to wrap up each hour-long session.
Sport: Basketball Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: Week 1 – July 10 – 14
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Participants: Grades: 4 – 7
Location: Morris Plains Community Center Basketball Courts
Instructor: Alex Mahoney / Play Maker Prep
Fee: $85.00 per week
Kids will be put through a high-intensity, competitive basketball workout with skill development including: shooting, ball-handling, footwork, and scoring moves. We will play competitive games to wrap up each hour-long session.
Crafty Kitchen Registration: Maximum: 18
Date: July 5 – 7 (3 days – NO camp or sessions on July 3rd and 4th)
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Participants: Grades: K – 6
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructor: Ms. Gibbs-Dempski
Fee: $50
Like to cook? Like to eat? Like to create? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, this course is for you! From making candy sushi to “dirt” pie, we will be creating snacks that look and taste great! Get ready for a delightful and delicious kitchen experience!
Science Wizards Registration: Maximum: 18
Dates: June 26 – 30 (there will be 2 separate sessions this week)
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Grades: 3 – 6
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructor: Ms. Gibbs-Dempski
Fee: $70
If you like experimenting, getting messy and playing with the ooey and gooey, this course is for you! We will be exploring science and mixing all kinds of materials together to get some really cool reactions. If you have ever wondered what elephant toothpaste is, how to make your own bouncy ball, slime or flubber, this course is for you!
Science Wizards Registration: Maximum: 18
Dates: June 26 – 30 (there will be 2 separate sessions this week)
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM for grades K-2
Grades: K – 2
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructor: Ms. Gibbs-Dempski
Fee: $70
If you like experimenting, getting messy and playing with the ooey and gooey, this course is for you! We will be exploring science and mixing all kinds of materials together to get some really cool reactions. If you have ever wondered what elephant toothpaste is, how to make your own bouncy ball, slime or flubber, this course is for you!
ART: Summer Set Design Registration: Maximum: 20
Date: July 10 – 13 (4 day)
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Participants: Grades: 4 – 9
Location: Morris Plains Borough School Auditorium (Backstage)
Fee: $80.00
Instructor: TBD
Students will paint the backdrop and create props for the Summer Theatre Production.
ART: Art Explorers Registration: Maximum: 18
Date: July 5th – July 7th
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Grades: K – 6th
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructor: Ms. Gibbs-Dempski
Fee: $55
Grab your passports because we are going on a journey around the world! From pyramids to pottery we will be creating artwork inspired by different countries and cultures! The possibilities are endless and students will have a great time exploring the world through art!
ART: Amazing Animal Sculptures! Registration: Maximum: 18
Date: July 10 – July 14
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Participants: Grades: 2 – 8
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Instructor: Ms. Gibbs-Dempski
Fee: $65.00
We are taking artwork to the next dimension…three-dimensions! In this class, students will be creating colorful sculptures using plaster. They will create an animal sculpture or bust for the wall and decorate it in bright colors and patterns. This will make for a very interesting and colorful zoo!
Sport: TENNIS Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 16
Date: Week 2 July 24-28 (5 day)
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Community Center Tennis Courts
Director: US Sports Institute / 866-345-BALL
Ages: 5-11 years / boys & girls
Fee: $199.00 for 5 day
Sport: TENNIS Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 16
Date: Week 1 July 5-7 (3 day)
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Community Center Tennis Courts
Director: US Sports Institute / 866-345-BALL
Ages: 5-11 years / boys & girls
Fee: $119.00 for 3 day
Sport: KICKBALL Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: July 17 – 20 (4 days)
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm grades 6th thru 8th
Location: Central Park Turf – Challenger Field
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 6th thru 8th
Fee: $60.00
Come play kickball at a field designed for kickball. Play against your friends and see if you have what it takes to win the day!
Sport: KICKBALL Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: July 17 – 20 (4 days)
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM grades 3rd thru 5th
Location: Central Park Turf – Challenger Field
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 3rd thru 5th
Fee: $60.00
Come play kickball at a field designed for kickball. Play against your friends and see if you have what it takes to win the day!
Summer Camp Morris Plains Residents Entering Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Registration is not limited. Summer Camp registration deadline is May 8, 2023.
The Summer Camp Program offers a variety of activities including sports, crafts and games.
Date: June 26th to July 28th.
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Fee: $350.00 (registration after May 8th is $450.00)
Sport: Flag Football Registration: Minimum : 8 Maximum 20
Date: June 26 – 29 (4 days)
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM grades 6-8
Location: Simons Park Turf
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 6th thru 8th
Fee: $60.00
Compete in drills and skills to better your flag football ability. Finish each session with game play!!
Sport: DODGE BALL Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: July 10 – 13 (4 days)
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM grades 6th thru 8th
Location: Simons Park Turf
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 6th thru 8th
Fee: $60.00
Come play dodge ball. With modifications each time you play from every man for themselves or regular team style. Throwing balls at your friends is a national past-time!
Sport: DODGE BALL Registration: Minimum: 8 Maximum: 20
Date: July 10 – 13 (4 days)
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM grades 3rd thru 5th
Location: Simons Park Turf
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 3rd thru 5th
Fee: $60.00
Come play dodge ball. With modifications each time you play from every man for themselves or regular team style. Throwing balls at your friends is a national past-time!
Registration is limited to 25 participants
Date: June 26th to July 27th (Monday – Thursday; 4 day, 5 week program)
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Morris Plains Borough School
Director: Sarah Washington
Participants: Students entering 4th – 12th Grade
The five week workshop will culminate with participants presenting the 17th Annual Morris Plains Musical Theatrical Performance on July 27 & July 28. The program is co-sponsored by the Morris Plains Recreation Commission and the Morris Plains Municipal Alliance.
Sport: Flag Football Registration: Minimum : 8 Maximum 20
Date: June 26 – 29 (4 days)
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM grades 3rd thru 5th
Location: Simons Park Turf
Director: Bill Mullen (MHS Coach / Calvary Flag Football Director)
Grades: 3rd thru 5th
Fee: $60.00
Compete in drills and skills to better your flag football ability. Finish each session with game play!!
Early Drop Off Morris Plains Residents Entering Kindergarten – 5th Grade
Date: June 26th to July 28th
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Fee: $150.00 – all inclusive; cannot be prorated.
Early drop off at 8 AM for children attending camp at Community Park, Grades K-5. Children may bring their own breakfast. They will be escorted to their appropriate camp drop off location at 9 AM.
Registration is not limited. Summer Camp registration deadline is May 8, 2023.
Date: June 26th to July 28th
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Morris Plains Community Center
Fee: $350.00 (registration after May 8th is $450.00)
The program will feature age appropriate activities and trips (for an additional fee) for Middle School residents.
This is the online application for the Town Wide Garage Sale Weekend. Please add 1 item to cart and proceed to registration. Once you complete it, you can pay either online via MuniciPAY ($3 transaction fee to MuniciPAY applies), or directly to Recreation at the Community Center. When submitting payment, it is important to put your invoice # in MuniciPAY or on your check and/or print out your confirmation of application to submit with your check. Payment instructions will be emailed after you complete your registration. For any technical assistance regarding online registration please email webmaster@morrisplainsboro.org.
Morris Plains Community Center, 51 Jim Fear Drive, Morris Plains, NJ 07950.
Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Karleen Leahey, Recreation Director and Secretary to the Recreation Commission
Telephone: 973-538-3544
Email: kleahey@morrisplainsboro.org
Tech Support Email webmaster@morrisplainsboro.org
| Registration limited to participants registering on or before May 9, 2022. Early drop off at 8 AM for children attending the “Super Kids Camp” at Community Park, Grades K-5. Children may bring their own breakfast. They will be escorted to their appropriate camp drop off location at 9 AM.Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Location: Morris Plains Community Center Fee: $150.00 – all inclusive; cannot be prorated. |
Registration is not limited.
The program will feature age appropriate activities and trips (for an additional fee) for Middle School residents.
Date: June 27th to July 29th
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Community Center
| Registration is not limited. Summer Camp registration deadline is May 9, 2022. The Summer Camp Program offers a variety of activities including sports, crafts and games. The complete camp activity calendar will be posted on the Borough Website. Date: June 27th to July 29th Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Morris Plains Community Center |