Recreation

The mission of Morris Plains Recreation is to offer residents a wide variety of programs and events to enhance health, education, the arts, and a sense of community in the Borough. The responsibility of recreation is shared by the Recreation Commission, and employees of the Recreation Department in the Borough.

Recreation Department Members

Morris Plains Recreation Commission

Visit the Recreation Commission page for information.

Events and Activities

The Recreation Department sponsors programs and events for families, adults, senior citizens and children.

Event details and registration will be available on the News and Announcements section of the Borough website home page and in the Borough weekly email as they become available.

Summer Camp and Enhancement Programs

Please visit our Summer Camp page  for a description of the Borough’s Summer Recreation Camp and Enhancement Programs.

Morris Plains Community Pool

www.morrisplainspool.com

Local Youth Recreational Sports

Local youth recreational leagues and clinics are available seasonally for basketball, softball/baseball, soccer, and swimming. These programs are organized independently of the Borough and are offered in partnership with Morris Plains Recreation Commission. Please visit our Sports Programs page for information.

Employment Opportunities

Each year, the Borough of Morris Plains seeks applicants for openings for:

• Summer Camp Counselors
• Summer Enhancement Program Instructors
• Lifeguards for Community Park Pool
• Snack Bar workers for Community Park Pool

Applicants must have completed freshman year of high school and must be able to obtain working papers. Lifeguards must also have current lifeguard certification.  Preference will be given to residents of the Borough of Morris Plains.

Please view announcements on sidebar for current employment announcements.

Use of the Community Center

Visit the Community Center page to learn about use of the Morris Plains Community Center.

Use of Borough Parks and Pavilion

Visit the Park Use page to learn about Borough Parks & Pavilions.

Recreation Events and Activities

The Recreation Department sponsors programs and events for families, adults, senior citizens and children.  Examples of events and activities that have been sponsored by Recreation include the following.

Event details and registration information will be available on the News and Announcements section of the Borough website home page and in the Borough weekly email as they become available.

Please note: All events are subject to cancellation.

Events & Programs for All Ages

Please check Borough Calendar for event dates and times.  Not all events will run every year.

• Community Park Pool
• Memorial Day Parade
• Farmers Market
• Family Day & Fireworks at Community Park
• Summer Concerts at Roberts Garden
• Community Band Concert at Roberts Garden
• Community Band/North Jersey Composite Band at Roberts Garden
• Splash Party at Community Park Pool – pool membership not required
• Family Drive in Movie Night
• Fall Concert at Roberts Garden
• Annual Garage Sale Weekend– application available in September
• Halloween Parking Lot Chalk Art
• Annual Community Bonfire
• Speedwell Scarecrows
• Family Scavenger Hunt
• Halloween Parade and Party

Senior Citizen Events & Programs

• Wednesdays in July: Senior Citizen Aquasize at Community Park Pool
• Senior Picnic at Community Park
• Thursday Morning Senior Exercise
• Senior Citizen Group (not affiliated with Recreation but meets in the Morris Plains Community Center)
• Healthy Bones Program
• Community Park Pool

Children and Youth Programs

• Summer Camp
• “Kids Helping Kids” Talent Show
• Book Club Bonanza for Children
• Drawing for Children
• Acrylic Painting for Children
• USSI Squirts Multi Sports
• USSI Squirts Tee Ball
• USSI Tennis
• After School Programs at Mountain Way School
• Swim lessons at Community Park Pool (members only)

Adult Programs

• Gentle Beginner Yoga
• Wednesday Morning Yoga
• Tuesday Evening Yoga
• Thursday Evening Yoga
• Wednesday Book Club for Adults
• Drawing for Adults
• Click and Lens 101
• Acrylic Painting for Adults
• Watercolors for Adults
• Community Park Pool

Summer Camp and Enhancement Programs

Link here for a description of the Borough’s Summer Recreation Camp and Enhancement Programs.

Sports and Athletic Team Programs

Information about other sports programs in the area such as Little League, Soccer, Swim Team, Basketball and Lacrosse, please visit our Sports Programs page.

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