Recreation and Social ProgramVolunteer Opportunities 2021 Directory*

~ Warren, Hunterdon, Somerset ~ Compiled by Tri County Care Management Organization The directory contents are made possible and appreciably acknowledged via ongoing collaboration with our community partners. Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 1 *Note: Due to the national public health crisis, readers are encouraged to verify operating status of Directory listings.

Overview The sole purpose of this directory is to provide a diversified listing of recreation and social programs for youth who reside in Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties. Note: as information is taken directly from descriptions offered by various program providers, the community is encouraged to contact providers directly to verify information as well as seek additional details.

Contents Summer Camps ...... 4 Online Camp Activities & Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 Special Needs Summer Camps- Symbols indicated ...... 5 Athletic Summer Camps ...... 17 Medical Summer Camps ...... 19 General Summer Camps ...... 24 Recreation ...... 32 Hunterdon County ...... 32 Athletic ...... 32 Outdoor...... 34 Creative Arts ...... 42 Educational ...... 43 Volunteer Opportunities ...... 46 Miscellaneous ...... 54 Somerset County ...... 56 Athletic ...... 56 Outdoor...... 58 Creative Arts ...... 61 Educational ...... 62 Volunteer Opportunities ...... 65 Miscellaneous ...... 76 Warren County ...... 79 Athletic ...... 79 Outdoor...... 81 Creative Arts ...... 84 Educational ...... 85 Volunteer Opportunities ...... 87 Miscellaneous ...... 93

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 2 Virtual Opportunities ...... Error! Bookmark not defined. Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren County Recreation Committees, Commissions and Departments ...... 95

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 3 Summer Camps Online Camp Activities & Resources

Virtual summer camp and learning experiences have been added to this directory due to the abundance and needs presented with COVID-19 restrictions and limitations. These links below provide a variety of opportunities ranging from creative arts, sciences, and athletic opportunities. Skills based programs are also included.

http://www.kidsguidenj.com/camps/camps.html https://www.nj211.org/summer-camps-activity-programs https://www.njkidsonline.com/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 4 Special Needs Summer Camps- Symbols indicated C-Closed due to COVID-19 Restrictions V-Virtual options O-Open with COVID safety protocol in place according to guidelines *Unknown at the time of publication CSOC camp providers highlighted in GREEN

Camp Bridges-Brunswick Pike Address: 415 Columbus Ave. New Brunswick, NJ 08904 Phone: (609) 450-3504 Areas Served: Somerset and Middlesex counties Camp Chatterbox is a one-week overnight camp for children and young adults, ages 5-22, who use synthesized Augmented and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. Website: N/A Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Camp Chatterbox-V Address: Camp Oakhurst 111 Monmouth Road Oakhurst, NJ 07755 Phone: (908) 301-5548 Areas Served: Statewide Camp Chatterbox is a one-week overnight camp for children and young adults, ages 5-22, who use synthesized Augmented and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. Website: https://www.childrens-specialized.org/programs-and-services/specialty-programs/activity-connection-recreation- programs/camps-connection/camp-chatterbox Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Camp Fatima of New Jersey-C Address: PO Box 654 Harrison, NJ 07029 Phone: (201) 487-8688 Areas Served: Statewide All children need a place to meet friends, play games and spend time in the sun, regardless of the challenges of his or her disability. Since 1968, Camp Fatima’s Summer Camp provides this special place for children, offering campers a chance to pick from one of the week-long sleep away sessions in August. There is no charge for campers to attend Camp Fatima. Website: https://www.campfatimanj.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 5 Camp Hope-O Address: 127 Cedar St. East Hanover, NJ 07936 Phone: (973) 515-1181 x1264 Areas Served: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties Camp Hope is a seven week summer day camp program, in East Hanover for campers with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Operating since 1956, camp runs Monday through Friday, 9 am to 3 pm, starting in July and ending in August, with transportation provided for campers living in Essex County and surrounding areas. Website: https://arcessex.org/services/childrens-services/camp-hope/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes Yes Co-ed

Camp Jotoni-O with limited sessions and numbers Address: 51 Old Stirling Road Warren, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 753-4244 Areas Served: Statewide At Camp Jotoni our mission is to provide recreation and respite services for children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We are an ACA accredited summer camp with both day and residential sessions. Website: http://campjotoni.org Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both Yes Yes Co-ed

Camp Lee Mar-O Address: 450 Route 950 Lackawaxen, PA 18435 Phone: (215) 658-1708 – Winter (570) 685-7188 – Summer Areas Served: Nationwide Founded in 1953 Camp Lee Mar has brought many innovations to the field of camping for children with special needs and continues to do so. Lee Mar is a private 7-week residential summer program for campers 7-21. Website: http://www.leemar.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Camp Marcella, NJ Camp for Blind Children- O Address: 27 Durham Road Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: (973) 627-1113 Areas Served: Statewide Camp Marcella, New Jersey’s premier residential summer camp ground designed specifically for children and teens with blindness, visual impairments and special needs. Website: https://campmarcella.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 6 Camp Merry Heart-C Address: 21 O’Brien Road Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Phone: (908) 852-3896 Areas Served: Statewide An accessible camp for people with disabilities and special needs. Our 123-acre, fully accessible camp in Hackettstown, NJ offers year-round programs in a beautiful setting that is both safe AND fun for children and adults (6 – 96+). Website: http://www.easterseals.com/nj/our-programs/camping-recreation/camp-merry-heart.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No Yes Co-ed

Camp NOVA-O Address: YMCA Camp Linwood MacDonald 1 Flatbrook Road Sandyston, NJ 07826 Phone: (732) 262-8020 Areas Served: Statewide Camp NOVA is a wonderful opportunity for children and young adults living with epilepsy and other developmental disabilities to enjoy summer camp. Camp NOVA, which provides an exciting and independent camping experience in an environment filled with fun experiences and memories that last a lifetime. Camp activities include acting, arts and crafts, boating, fishing, karate, swimming and yoga. Website: https://www.familyresourcenetwork.org/camp-nova-is-back/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 7 Camp Okee Sunokee-POTENTIALLY Address: North Branch Park 355 Milltown Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 526-5650 Areas Served: Somerset County A six-week day camp for children with learning disabilities, Asperger's Syndrome or a mild Intellectual Disability, ages 7-14, which encourages the development of recreation and social skills and enhances self-confidence and educational growth through the participation in a variety of activities including arts & crafts, sports & games, music, cooking, trips, and swimming. Website: http://www.somersetcountyparks.org/eventsPrograms/TR/TherapeuticRecreation.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Camp Sequoia-O Address: 200 Seminary Street Pennsburg, PA 18073 Phone: (610) 771-0111 Areas Served: Nationwide Camp Sequoia is an overnight summer camp for boys ages 7-17 to experience social skills success in a dynamic and nurturing environment. Camp Sequoia is designed for children and teenagers with ADHD and other similar diagnoses who do not need the level of support offered at special needs overnight camps yet need a different experience than a traditional overnight camp can offer. Website: http://www.camp-sequoia.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Male

Camp Star-Arc of Union- O Address: 1137 Globe Ave. & Echo Lake Park Mountainside, NJ 07092 Phone: (973) 315-0000 Areas Served: Somerset, Middlesex, and Union counties Camp Star is offered 4 weeks in August. This is a safe, structured environment for children and teens ages 3 to 21 years old with special needs, and their siblings. Camp is designed to enhance personal and social development, language and communication skills, learning, and motor and muscular coordination. Camp Star also provides children and teens the opportunity to participate in planned programs in inclusive settings, such as day trips (museums, sporting events, performances), swimming, arts and crafts, adaptive physical education, nature exploration, hiking, karate, games, and music appreciation. Website: https://arcunion.org/summer-programs/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 8 Camp Sun N Fun-O online 2021 application Address: 1036 North Tuckahoe Road Williamstown, NJ 08094 Phone: (856) 848-8648 x123 Areas Served: Statewide Camp Sun ‘N Fun was founded by The Arc Gloucester is 1962 to offer children and adults with developmental disabilities an opportunity to participate in and enjoy summer recreational activities. Located on over 30 wooded acres in Williamstown, NJ, Camp Sun ‘N Fun boasts a variety of amenities, including air-conditioned cabins, barrier- free bathrooms and showers, an Olympic-sized barrier-free swimming pool, nature trail, open areas for sports and recreation, an on-site medical facility that is staffed 24 hours a day, and Sunshine Inn, an air conditioned building where campers eat and enjoy activities if the weather is very hot or rainy. Website: https://www.thearcgloucester.org/welcome Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Camp Warren- O Address: 44 Koeck Road Columbia, NJ 07832 Phone: (908) 689-7525 x209 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Morris, Sussex, and Warren counties Camp Warren Summer Camp is open to everyone, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as: Autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome Cerebral Palsy and Other developmental and physical disabilities. Website: http://www.arcwarren.org/camp-warren/summer-camp/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both Yes Yes Co-ed

Carousel Connections-Following up Address: Haverford, PA 19041 Phone: (215) 948-2527 Areas Served: Nationwide A supportive summer residential environment that promotes further development of "transition-related" skills and independence. Teenagers and young adults with special needs are provided opportunities to learn, maintain, and improve skills through participation in independent living, vocational training, and recreational activities, as they are immersed in a functional living and learning environment. Programs include: independent living skills, vocational training and social development. Website: http://www.carouselconnections.com/program-highlights/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 9 Children’s Specialized Hospital Camps Connection- O/V/C Address: Vary by program Phone: See website for respective camp contact information Areas Served: Statewide Camps Connection offers recreational overnight and day camps, as well as therapy-based programs throughout the summer for children with special health care needs. These programs provide an opportunity to gain independence, learn new skills, and enjoy common summer camp experiences. These include: Pal’s Paradise Day Camp, BECOME Program, Camp Chatterbox, and Camp Nejeda. Website: https://www.childrens-specialized.org/programs-and-services/specialty- programs/activity-connection-recreation-programs/camps-connection Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No No Co-ed

Dragonfly Forest-O Filling at 50% capacity expecting to fill Address: 143 Nichecronk Rd. Dingmans Ferry, PA 18382 Phone: (570) 828-2329 Areas Served: Nationwide Dragonfly Forest is dedicated to providing a safe, accessible and FUN camp experience for all children. With sessions serving children with autism, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, and persistent asthma, we aim to provide a culture of inclusion, while fostering confidence and independence in each of our campers. Website: http://www.dragonflyforest.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight Yes No Co-ed

Easterseals Camp Growing Green-O Address: 538 Emery Road Dingmans Ferry, PA 18382 Phone: 610-289-0114 x209 Areas Served: Nationwide Easterseals Camp Growing Green is an ACA accredited overnight camp held on the beautiful campus of the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) in the Pocono Mountains. Camp provides incredible opportunities for growth and development in a safe, nurturing environment staffed by Easterseals trained counselors. You can rest easy knowing your family member is in the care of compassionate, qualified individuals. Camp Growing Green runs for 6 weeks each summer and campers attend for one or more weeks. Campers range in age from 10 to adult. Website: http://www.easterseals.com/esep/our-programs/camping-recreation/growing- green.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 10 Elks Camp Moore-Following UP Address: 4 Susquehanna Avenue Haskell, NJ 07420 Phone: (732) 326-1300 Areas Served: Statewide Tucked away in the hill of the Ramapo Mountains, Elks Camp Moore offers a fun filled vacation away from home for children with special needs. A week at Elks Camp Moore is a remarkable experience not soon to be forgotten. The primary goal of the camp is to further develop the recreational and social skills of each child. In a relaxed and accepting atmosphere, each camper experiences new adventures, lasting friendships, and opportunities that promote independence and greater self-confidence. Website: http://www.njelks.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=42:elks-camp-moore&Itemid=163 Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Experience Camps-O Address: Camps Equinunk and Blue Ridge in Equinunk Equinunk, PA 18417 Phone: (833) 226-7385 Areas Served: Nationwide Experience Camps are free one-week camps for boys and girls who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver. Boys' and Girls' activities are separate. They only share buses and meals together. Applications accepted for boys entering grades 4-11 and girls entering grades 4-10 in the 2019-2020 school year. It's a place where kids can laugh, cry, play, create, remember the person who died, or forget the grief that weighs them down. It's a place where they can feel "normal", because everyone there has been through something similar and understands what it's like to lose someone important to them. Website: https://www.cecbr.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed (only share buses and meals together)

Jewish Community Center Camp Ruach Chaverim-O Wait list Address: 775 Talamini Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 443-9026 Areas Served: Somerset County Camp Chaverim is designed for campers with Special Needs. This program offers 1:1 staff to shadow the camper and provides individualized and tailored support. We work with each child individually to provide integration and inclusion into peer groups when appropriate and modified schedules when necessary. We work with ESY schedules and can develop part and/or full time programs for your child. Website: https://jcccampruach.org/age-groups/chaverim/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 11 Mane Stream Summer Camp-O see * Address: 83 Old Turnpike Road Oldwick, NJ 08889 Phone: (908) 439-9636 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, Warren, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Ocean, Union An inclusive summer day camp for children with special needs, their siblings, and their typically developing peers where activities are tailored to each camper's individual needs while an excellent introduction to horses and riding in a safe and secure environment. *Summer camp this year and started our registration on February 1. Camp this year is Monday-Friday, 8:30- 12:30 unless it is the weeks of 7/6 and 8/30 which are only 4 days.

Due to the COVID protocols we are only allowing 6 campers per week. We are also not able to accommodate campers who need aides. All campers must be able to take care of themselves, must be able to bathroom independently, follow directions and feed themselves.

We have had an overwhelming response and our website is up to date. At this time, there are only the 2 weeks available, 7/6-7/9 and 8/30-9/2.

Website: https://www.manestreamnj.org/summer-camp/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

New Jersey Camp Jaycee-21+ ONLY Address: 223 Ziegler Road Effort, PA 18330 Phone: (732) 737-8279 Areas Served: Statewide Every day is an adventure at Camp Jaycee. Highly trained counselors and specialists lead the campers in terrific activities. The day is divided into five periods: three before lunch and two afterward, plus an evening program. Campers may go to the athletic field for a game of soccer or dodgeball in the morning; they might then visit the crafts area to create an art project. After enjoying lunch, it’s time for rest hour, followed by swim. The afternoon periods could be spent on a paddleboat, or maybe at nature or dance. There’s always fun things to do at Camp Jaycee. Website: https://www.campjaycee.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 12 New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Family Retreat Weekend-Following up-V Address: 327 Turkey Top Rd Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: (908) 575-7350 Areas Served: Statewide Since 2004, NJCTS has welcomed families to enjoy some time away from it all at the NJCTS Family Retreat Weekend at YMCA Camp Bernie in beautiful Hunterdon County. The weekend allows children and their families to meet others with Tourette Syndrome (TS), learn more about their diagnosis, and engage with peer mentors in a fun, safe environment. Kids enjoy canoeing, swimming, wall climbing, arts & crafts, participating in a talent show, rekindling old friendships, and cultivating new ones. Parents join in many activities with their children but also connect with other parents and share their stories. Powerful workshops provide a safe place for both youth and parents to ask questions about TS and learn from peer mentors. Website: https://njcts.org/help-for-families/family-retreat-weekend/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 13 Raritan Valley YMCA-O Address: 144 Tices Lane East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Phone: (732) 257-4114 Areas Served: Somerset and Middlesex Counties The YMCA camp experience provides children with an opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, develop their character and build their self-esteem, while feeling safe and accepted. Website: https://raritanvalleyymca.org/cms-view-page.php?page=summer-camp Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Riding with Heart-C Address: 639 County Road 513 Pittstown, NJ 08867 Phone: (908) 735-5912 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, Warren, Passaic, and Union Counties Our inclusive summer camps bring together children ages 5-16 with and without disabilities in unique camps designed to promote tolerance, acceptance and fun through equine-related activities. Campers can choose from one of our unique specialty camps or our inclusive horseback riding camp, Camp “NEIGH”bor. Campers will participate in daily horseback riding lessons, arts and crafts and horsemanship activities along with activities designed for each special camp. Website: https://www.ridingwithheart.org/camps-at-rwh Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Round Lake Camps-O Address: 570 Sawkill Rd. Milford, PA 18337 Phone: (570) 296-8596 x145 Areas Served: New Jersey & Pennsylvania An inclusion program for children ages 7-17 with a wide array of special needs. Round Lake campers are able to integrate into all mainstream activities based on their level of comfort and interest. Campers’ schedules are individualized based on their needs and requests. All recreational, social and educational activities are designed to meet the goals and capabilities of each child. A chief motivation that informs the design of all programming is the mission to help campers improve their social skills. Provides comprehensive activities in sports, the arts and the sciences. Camp staff includes doctors, nurses, OT’s, Speech therapists and social workers. Dedicated gluten free kitchen. Teen Village for ages 15-17. Website: https://roundlakecamp.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 14 Somerset Hills YMCA Special Needs Camps-O Address: 140 Mount Airy Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Phone: (908) 766 7898 x503 Areas Served: Somerset County Somerset Hills YMCA summer camps are approved to provide camp programs to children eligible for services through Division of Children and Families, NJ Children’s System of Care. We offer our inclusion program: This program is for children with mild to moderate disabilities who are capable of thriving in a typically developing camper atmosphere and who will benefit from a fully integrated summer day camp experience. We also offer our Carousel Kids Program, a week-long, camp-like program at designed for children with more significant needs for support. It provides families with quality care for their child with special needs, and offers children the opportunity to learn and practice social and recreational skills, and have fun while making friends. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, music, creative movement and outdoor games in a structured environment. We will utilize visual schedules, sensory tools and transitional prompts to help ensure your child’s success. Website: https://www.somersetcountyymca.org/programs/summer-camp/somerset-hills-ymca- day-camp?tag=shyspecialneedscamps Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Stepping Forward Counseling Center-Chatham Day Camp- O Address: 26 Main Street Chatham, NJ 07928 Phone: (973) 635-6550 Areas Served: Somerset, Warren, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Sussex, and Union counties Join Stepping Forward Counseling Camp (SFCC) for a summer of sun, fun and friends at our inclusive summer camp. Our incredible summer camp for kids with psychological and mental disorder are opened to clients residing in New Jersey, Southern California and worldwide. Website: https://www.steppingforwardcounselingcenter.com/summer-c-a-m-p/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Special Parent Advocacy Group-O Address: Assupink Center 1085 Old Trenton Road Hamilton Township, NJ 08690 Phone: (609) 203-5995 Areas Served: Statewide There is no fee for this camp if child is registered with Perform-Care and is deemed DD eligible. To be eligible for summer camp funding, parent/guardian has to apply through PerformCare's "Family Portal" when open for the 2021 season. Please be aware: ALL forms will be reviewed by our office and your child(rens)spot will NOT be held until you have been notified by our office that enrollment is complete. *Parents as a reminder camp t-shirts cost $10 dollars Each camper is required to wear one everyday Website: https://www.tspag.org/?fbclid=IwAR3gxw_PtwP6wdHldbIalqdDDG- 04U_2_RpcMc8v8Rhx9CSC1DXSy-4Adeg

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Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Unique Home Care Summer Camp-*not accepting new campers at this time. Address: Lake Tomahawk-155 Tomahawk Trail Sparta, NJ 07871 Phone: (973) 286-0100 Areas Served: Statewide At UHCC Summer Camp, every group is different, and every day is different as well. Good Counselors have a bag of tricks for the various personalities, disabilities, or weather conditions. Focusing on leadership skills that will broaden youth’s horizon and gain skills that will be useful in their daily lives. Website http://www.tricountyresourcenet.org/index.cfm/_api/render/file/?method=inline&fileID=A8DA340D-5056-A830- 8C76CACD81B5DEF7 Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 16 Athletic Summer Camps

Basking Ridge Country Club Junior Golf Camps Address: 185 Madisonville Rd. Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Phone: (908) 766-8200, ext 4 Areas Served: Somerset County The knowledge and skills learned at Basking Ridge Country Club’s junior summer camp leave a young golfer full of confidence and well on their way to a lifelong enjoyment of the game. Friends with similar goals, an instructor that’s not mom or dad and the completely immersive setting provides opportunities to learn while having fun. Website: https://www.baskingridgecc.com/junior-golf-camps-and-clinics/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Bounce Out the Stigma Address: Varies by camp/program Allendale, NJ 07401 Phone: (855) 997-3900 Areas Served: Statewide “No Kidding They Told Me That Too!” is something we hear kids telling one another at every Bounce Out the Stigma event. Kids are given limitations based on what others believe they should be able to do, and many times these kids are never asked to try harder or do more. Too often, they receive “the label”- autistic, attention deficit, epileptic, hyperactive, slow and even disabled. Too often, it is that “label” that creates a deep emotional scar and a childhood of “sitting on the sidelines” watching others have fun. It may be called stigma, we call it unfair and seriously wrong. The Bounce Out the Stigma Program asks why, we create the “No Kidding I CAN TOO” attitude with kids. When met with challenge, peer support and nurturing adults, kids achieve more, empower themselves, and discover. . . “my will can define my limits”. Website: http://bounceoutthestigma.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Circus Place Summer Camp Address: 6 Jill Court Building 23 Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 829-3784 Areas Served: Somerset County What could be more exciting than joining the Circus over the summer without ever leaving New Jersey? Introduce your child to the fastest growing, most unique trend in kid’s activities. At our remarkable summer camp, children ages 6-15 will discover and explore the exciting world of circus arts in our 1 and 2-week day camps. Campers will learn to fly high on the aerial silks, walk the tight wire, swing from the trapeze, juggle like a performer, ride a unicycle, build human pyramids and tumble as an acrobat! Website: https://www.thecircusplace.com/learn-circus/summer-camp/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 17 Hunterdon Hoops Summer Camp Address: PO Box 1059 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (866) 235-7734 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The primary goal of Hunterdon Hoops is to increase the level of performance for both individual players and organized teams through a multi-step approach. Players have the opportunity to learn through a variety of teaching methods including team practices, skills clinics, summer camps, group workouts and private training. Website: https://www.hunterdonhoops.com/hunterdon-hoops-basketball/summer-camp.shtml Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Phillipsburg’s Stateliner Boys Basketball Camp Address: Forks Township Community Center 500 Zucksville Road Easton, PA 18040 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County The focus of this camp is fundamental instruction in ball handling, shooting, defense, and rebounding. Players will be grouped by age and skill level for station work, drills, and scrimmages. Website: https://phs.pburgsd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1192483&type=d&pREC_ID=1435718 Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Male

US Sports Institute Address: Varies by camp/program Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (732) 563-2520 Areas Served: Flemington Township Flemington Township Summer camps and sports classes are designed for all ability levels and players aged 3-14. For more information or to register for summer camps in the 08822 area please click on the following search which represents our current Flemington Township, NJ summer camp & sports class offerings. Website: http://ussportsinstitute.com/summer-camps-nj/summer-sports-camps-hunterdon-county/flemington.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No N/A Co-ed

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Arthur C. Luf Children’s Burn Camp-O Address: 1174 Buckley Highway Union, CT 06460 Phone: (203) 878-6744 Areas Served: Nationwide The Connecticut Burns Care Foundation’s mission is to provide financial aid to existing burn care units, to promote the education of public and professional personnel for burn care treatment, to promote burn prevention, to provide financial aid for research on burn care, and to carry on any and all other matters as may relate to burn care. Website: http://ctburnsfoundation.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Camp Happy Times-O Address: Tyler Hill Camp 1017 Cochecton Turnpike Tyler Hill, PA 18469 Phone: (973) 761-0422 Areas Served: Pennsylvania and New Jersey For more than 35 years, The Valerie Fund has operated Camp Happy Times, a one-week overnight camp experience for any child aged 5-21 who has or has had cancer, regardless of where they are treated. The Valerie Fund offers Camp Happy Times free of charge, including transportation, meals and on-site medical care. Over 150 children attend Camp Happy Times each summer. It is located at the 200 acre Tyler Hill Camp in Wayne County, Pennsylvania. Tyler Hill is fully accredited by the American Camping Association and Camp Happy Times is a proud member of the International Children's Oncology Camping Association. Website: https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/camp-happy-times/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight Yes No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 19 Camp Merry Heart-C Address: 21 O’Brien Road Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Phone: (908) 852-3896 Areas Served: Statewide An accessible camp for people with disabilities and special needs. Our 123-acre, fully accessible camp in Hackettstown, NJ offers year-round programs in a beautiful setting that is both safe AND fun for children and adults (6 – 96+). Website: http://www.easterseals.com/nj/our-programs/camping-recreation/camp-merry-heart.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No Yes Co-ed

Camp Nejeda-O Address: 910 Saddleback Road Stillwater, NJ 07875 Phone: (973) 383-2611 Areas Served: Statewide Camp Nejeda has been providing empowering summer camp and other programs for children with type 1 diabetes and their families since 1958. In addition to providing eight weeks of traditional Summer Sleep-Away camp, Camp Nejeda offers Family Camps, Day Camps, Spring and Fall weekend programs, T1D Adult Weekend, Nurse Education seminars and much more. Website: http://www.campnejeda.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No No Co-ed

Camp NOVA Address: YMCA Camp Linwood MacDonald 1 Flatbrook Road Sandyston, NJ 07826 Phone: (732) 262-8020 Areas Served: Statewide Camp NOVA is a wonderful opportunity for children and young adults living with epilepsy and other developmental disabilities to enjoy summer camp. Camp NOVA, which provides an exciting and independent camping experience in an environment filled with fun experiences and memories that last a lifetime. Camp activities include acting, arts and crafts, boating, fishing, karate, swimming and yoga. Website: https://www.familyresourcenetwork.org/camp-nova-is-back/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 20 Camp Quality-V Address: YMCA Camp Linwood MacDonald 1 Flatbrook Road Sandyston, NJ 07826 Phone: (732) 845-1958 Areas Served: Statewide At Camp Quality we are exploring “how to thrive” during this summer’s CAMP IN (virtual camp). The Thrive theme will be central to CAMP IN as an important life skill. Each day we will reflect on the attributes that help us thrive – creativity, humor, confidence, gratitude and zest! Camp will open with a kick-off style event that families may attend where campers will receive a backpack filled with daily activities and supplies that follow the Thrive theme. There will be an activity cards for each day of camp with art, nature, and self-reflection activities. The supplies campers need to complete each activity will be included in the backpack. Additionally, campers will receive a camp t-shirt and fun items that reflect camp traditions. During the week of camp, we will provide interactive virtual camp sessions with live streams via Zoom and videos via Flipgrid. The virtual camp schedule of activities will be provided in the backpack along with access instructions. The schedule will also be posted on the camp’s webpage closer to camp. v Website: http://www.campqualityusa.org/nj/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Happiness is Camping-O Address: 62 Sunset Lake Road Hardwick, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-6733 Areas Served: Statewide The mission of Happiness Is Camping is to provide children with cancer and their siblings a traditional residential camp experience together with sophisticated medical care for campers both on and off treatment. These special children come to this unique camp free of charge, where they can put aside their illness and do what kids like to do… have fun! Website: https://www.happinessiscamping.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No Yes Co-ed

Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children-O 60% occupancy register early Address: 127 26th Street Avalon, NJ 08202 Phone: (610) 329-6133 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Statewide Blind and visually impaired children have been enjoying an all-expense paid one-week summer vacation at the Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children since 1972. For eight weeks each summer, between mid-June and mid-August, the Home operates a camp that offers many of the campers their first experience of feeling sand in their toes or tasting salt water on their lips. The campers range in age from seven years in age to fifteen years in age and the Home can accommodate twenty campers each week. We are located in a residential community, two blocks from the Atlantic Ocean, in Avalon, New Jersey. Website: http://www.dillerblindhome.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 21 Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight Yes No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 22 Hope with Heart-O Address: 20 Smith Street Waldwick, NJ 07463 Phone: (201) 264-6260 Areas Served: Statewide For a child with a congenital heart disease Hope with Heart is a place for them to be included. We are a non-profit organization for children ages 7-17 years old. We provide families an opportunity to let their child experience a free one-week summer camp with kids just like them. These kids and their families live with a great hope. The hope is that they will grow to maturity and that as they do their lives will focus on the positive attributes they possess. Website: http://hopewithheart.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 23 General Summer Camps

Camp Agnes DeWitt-O Address: Sourland Mountain Preservation Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 947-1718 Areas Served: Somerset County Camp Agnes DeWitt, located in the Sourland Mountains in Hillsborough Township, sits on an impressive 152 acres of land. Established in 1958, DeWitt is a summer day camp that features a wide variety of fun activities for girls and offers the option of overnight camping as well! Campers can cool off with a swim in DeWitt's pool, relax under covered pavilions, try their hand at archery, test their zipline and low ropes skills, spend time in newly-renovated cabins and platform tents, hike on various trails, and enjoy a brand new 10,000 square foot activities building complete in 2018. Website: https://www.gshnj.org/content/gshnj/en/camp/our-camps.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Female

Camp Carr Day Camp-O Address: 517 Hamden River Road Annandale, NJ 08801 Phone: (908) 782-1030 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Camp Carr is located in beautiful Clinton Township along the south branch of the Raritan River. We believe camp is a place where children have the opportunity to try new activities, take on new challenges, increase their self- esteem and grow in a safe, nurturing, fun environment. We accomplish this through a dynamic and creative program organized by our warm and caring professional staff. Website: https://www.hcymca.org/camp-carr Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes No Co-ed

Camp Lou Henry Hoover-O Address: Camp Hoover Outdoor Center PO Box 52 Middleville, NJ 07855 Phone: (973) 383-3220 Areas Served: Statewide Camp Lou Henry Hoover has been helping girls learn and grow since 1953. Located in Middleville, NJ with access to Swartswood Lake, Camp Hoover operates as a residential camp that provides general and specialty camp programs. General camp programs enable campers to experience a little bit of everything, including waterfront time, ropes course, cooking out, crafts, archery, and more! Specialty camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities like swimming, boating, hiking, cook-outs, crafts, and games. Camp Hoover is a journey into independence — a place where camper and counselor plan weekly adventures together in an environment that is relaxed, tech-free, non-competitive, and fun. Website: https://www.gshnj.org/content/gshnj/en/camp/our-camps.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight No No Female

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 24 Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco for Boy Scouts-O Address: 11 Sand Pond Road Hardwick, NJ 07825 Phone: (201) 677-1000 Areas Served: Statewide Since 1927, No-Be-Bo-Sco has served thousands of Boy Scouts and their troops. Set on 380 acres in New Jersey's Kittatinny Mountains, No-Be-Bo-Sco's idyllic landscape offers troops an opportunity to experience Scouting in a way that has changed very little since the early days of scout camp. We take pride in offering a top-quality program true to Scouting's roots. Website: http://campnobebosco.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No No Male

Camp Riverbend-O Address: 116 Hillcrest Road Warren Township, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 580-2267 Areas Served: Somerset County Every day at Camp Riverbend starts when the campers arrive for morning assembly at 9:30 a.m. There are 7 activity periods each day. Campers eat lunch mid-day. After lunch, 4 and 5-year-old campers have a quiet rest time. Older campers can participate in clubs or unstructured playtime supervised by counselors. Following an ice cream snack at the end of the day, campers board their buses and leave camp at 4:15 p.m. We offer a three-quarter day (9:30 am to 2:00 pm) for 3 and 4-year-olds. Website: https://www.campriverbend.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 25 Campus Kids-C Address: On the Campus of Blair Academy, Blairstown Blairstown, NJ 07825 Phone: (973) 845-9260 Areas Served: Statewide Campus Kids is the original weekday sleep-away camp, founded in 1991. Campus Kids is on the beautiful, rural campus of Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ. Swimming takes place at our large indoor pool. We take full advantage of the extensive athletics, fine arts and performing arts facilities. Camper bunk groups live in our private dormitories. Activities include: swimming, boating, gymnastics, arts & crafts, drama, rocketry, fencing, ceramics, archery, ultimate Frisbee, rollerblading, soccer, photography, woodworking, softball, volleyball, dance, tennis, squash, field hockey, hiking, nature study, fishing, chess, basketball, theme days, evening programs and more. Website: http://www.campuskids.com Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Overnight Yes No Co-ed

Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen-Spaces Limited continue to follow up Address: Warren County: Hackettstown Middle School 500 Washington St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Somerset County: Triangle Elementary School 156 Triangle Rd., Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 329-2009 (Warren County) (908) 333-2232 (Somerset County) Areas Served: Somerset & Warren Counties Now is the time to register for full-day summer camp offered by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen for ages 3- 13. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis for the camps, which begin in late June or early July. Surrounding communities are welcome to participate in any of the camps offered! The camps offer a different theme each week. For example, Around the World explores different cultures, The Big Top takes a look at the circus, and So You Think You Have Talent provides performance opportunities for campers. Camps feature recreation, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), arts and crafts, swimming, field trips, special visitors, and presenters. We also take day trips! Website: https://ccdom.org/camp Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Far Hills Country Day School Smart Fun Camps-follow up Address: 697 US 202 Far Hills, NJ 07931 Phone: (908) 766-0622 Areas Served: Somerset County Smart Fun Camps offer 8 weeks of exciting and fun programming for students PreK–Grade 8 on the FH campus. Our camps reflect the same philosophy as our classrooms: small group sizes allow for more attentive instruction, more hands-on experiential learning and a lot more fun (it is summer, after all). Website: https://www.fhcds.org/camp/camp-clone Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 26 Firth Youth Center Summer Camp-O Address: 108 Fleming Drive Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-7281 Areas Served: Warren county Field trips, sports, competitions, outdoor fun, character building & more. Lunch and snack daily. Licensed, full-day program. Before and after care hours available for additional fee. Subsidy accepted for those who qualify. Website: https://www.firthyouthcenter.com/upcoming-programs.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Hi-Hills Camps-follow up, virtual last summer Address: 25 St. Bernard’s Road Gladstone, NJ 07934 Phone: (908) 234-0067 Areas Served: Somerset and Morris Counties Come discover what Hi Hills Camps at Gill St. Bernard's School has to offer. On a beautiful 208-acre campus with extraordinary facilities, Hi Hills will make this your child's best summer ever! Website: https://www.gsbschool.org/page/hi-hills Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes No Co-ed

Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Summer Recreation Camp & Summer Nature Program-follow up Address: Echo Hill Park & Teetertown Preserve Flemington, NJ 08822 & Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County SNP is an opportunity for kids entering kindergarten through grade 10 to connect with and explore the natural world. Program leaders facilitate hands-on activities that foster kids’ innate curiosity about nature and wildlife. Campers and parents alike rave about nature camp, making it one of the Parks Division’s most popular offerings. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/Camps.html Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 27 Hunterdon County YMCA, Deer Path Branch-O Address: 144 West Woodschurch Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1030 Areas Served: Hunterdon County At the Hunterdon County YMCA, we believe in the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Our programs bring people together and keep everyone active. As a family-oriented organization with a strong sense of community involvement, we offer fun and exciting activities including summer camp, youth sports, swimming, dance, teen leadership clubs, and much more. Our programs are very affordable, and financial assistance is available. Bring your family to the Y today! Website: https://www.hcymca.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Hunterdon County YMCA, Round Valley Branch-O Address: 1410 Route 22 West Annandale, NJ 08801 Phone: (908) 236-0055 Areas Served: Hunterdon County At the Hunterdon County YMCA, we believe in the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Our programs bring people together and keep everyone active. As a family-oriented organization with a strong sense of community involvement, we offer fun and exciting activities including summer camp, youth sports, swimming, dance, teen leadership clubs, and much more. Our programs are very affordable, and financial assistance is available. Bring your family to the Y today! Website: https://www.hcymca.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Jewish Community Center Camp Ruach-O, call to follow up Address: 775 Talamini Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 443-9026 Areas Served: Somerset County We believe that every moment of every day is an opportunity for campers and staff to positively impact each other’s lives. In just 8 short weeks, JCC Camp Ruach campers benefit from camp. They will learn teamwork, gain new skills, increase confidence and self- esteem, increase their willingness to explore and have new experiences, create friendships and develop social skills, and become part of a community. Website: http://www.ssbjcc.org/main/camp-homepage/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 28 Oak Crest Day Camp-O Address: 92 Cortelyous Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (732) 297-2000 Areas Served: Somerset County The Oak Crest Program is driven by our philosophy of success and our mission: to create a Summer Experience for our families so exceptional that it makes campers for life! At Oak Crest, we offer programs for children ages 3-15. Each program is designed to meet the physical and developmental needs of that specific age group. Website: https://www.oakcrestdaycamp.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day Yes No Co-ed

Raritan Valley YMCA-O Address: 144 Tices Lane East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Phone: (732) 257-4114 Areas Served: Somerset and Middlesex Counties The YMCA camp experience provides children with an opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, develop their character and build their self-esteem, while feeling safe and accepted. Website: https://raritanvalleyymca.org/cms-view-page.php?page=summer-camp Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Somerset Hills YMCA-O Address: 140 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Phone: (908) 766-7898 Areas Served: Somerset County Our Summer Day Camp is a 10-week program that runs from Monday, June 25 through Friday, August 31. Campers may sign up for one or more weeks. Somerset Hills YMCA Day Camp offers so many great camps. To create the best summer ever, plan variety into your child’s camp schedule with both traditional and specialty camp options. Summer is a great time to explore new interests and pursue passions at camp! Mix and match camps for more summer fun! For information on financial assistance, contact: Beatriz Dominguez at 908 766 7898 x346 Website: http://www.somersetcountyymca.org/programs/summer-camp/somerset-hills-ymca-day-camp Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No Yes Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 29 Spring Academy Summer Camp-O Address: 10 North Road Warren, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 360-5188 Areas Served: Somerset County Our day camp features academics and enrichment programs to ensure your child not only has an enjoyable time, but also takes advantage of the summer break to preview knowledge for the next academic year so they are well prepared. Students enjoy arts & crafts, games, participate in many sports activities and enrichment classes (see descriptions below). On Fridays, campers will go on field trips and engage in other fun activities. Website: https://springacademyus.com/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

Winnewald Day Camp-O Address: 21 Cratetown Road Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 735-8336 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Winnewald, in the heart of Clinton Township, is Hunterdon's only centrally located private day camp. Annual approval by the Hunterdon County and New Jersey Departments of Health is received. Member, Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce. Winnewald is located on 30 acres close to Routes 31 and 629. A running stream, well- maintained grounds, mature trees, heated swimming pools, basketball courts, tennis court, archery range, and athletic fields make it a desirable place for children to spend the summer. Website: http://www.winnewald.com/contents.htm Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Day No No Co-ed

YMCA Camp Bernie-O, filling fast Address: 327 Turkey Top Road Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: (908) 832-5315 Areas Served: Warren County Adventure Day Camp at YMCA Camp Bernie is a thrilling, active day camp program for boys and girls entering grades K-11. Our weekly sessions allow campers to enjoy and explore everything our beautiful 275-acre facility has to offer. YMCA Camp Bernie’s Overnight Camp is a traditional, co-ed program for kids entering grades 2-10. Campers are grouped into Units by gender and age, with each Unit divided into cabins composed of 8-10 campers and 2-3 counselors. Our traditions and camp spirit unite our overall camp community as campers are engaged in instructional activities, structured free play and memorable all-camp events each session. Website: http://campbernieymca.org/ Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 30 YMCA Camp Mason-O Address: 23 Birch Ridge Road Hardwick, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-8217 Areas Served: Warren County There’s a feeling you get when you visit our camp. You realize you’ve entered a very special place. A place where children can enjoy being active and pursue their own interests in an outdoor paradise. Our 460-acre site offers incredible opportunities for outdoor activities. A place where kids can be kids! We are a community that values friendship and encourages each member to do their best. A camp that’s big enough to offer a wide range of programs, yet small enough to ensure that every camper receives individual attention and is valued as a person. Website: https://campmason.org/#3 Day/Overnight Transportation Provided? Qualified CSOC Camp Provider? Male/Female/Co-ed Both No No Co-ed

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 31 Recreation Hunterdon County Athletic

Certified Fitness for Special Needs Address: 422 Rt. 22 West Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Phone: (908) 534-1961 Areas Served: Hunterdon & Somerset Counties Certified Fitness For Special Needs provides individual or group fitness classes on-or-off site for youth and adults with special challenges. Our classes offer our clients the opportunity to develop social and interpersonal skills while improving their overall health and well-being. Website: http://www.cfsn-nj.com/

Hunterdon Outreach Programs Address: 356 Old York Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 797-3638 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Hunterdon Outreach Programs is an organization dedicated to helping the special needs community participate in athletic events with one-on-one volunteers in a supportive environment. Website: https://hunterdonoutreach.org/

Readington Recreation Address: 509 Route 523 Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Phone: (908) 534-9752 Areas Served: Readington Township Readington Recreation provides a wide variety of recreational programs and services for all ages. We are sure you will find something of interest to you and/or your family and look forward to your participation. Website: http://readingtonrecreation.org/

Special Olympics New Jersey – Hunterdon County Address: 213 Country Road 513 Glen Gardner, NJ 08826 Phone: (609) 712-4278 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The following sports are available in Hunterdon County during different times of year: Cycling, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Triathlon, Alpine Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Volleyball, Basketball, Bowling, Bocce, Powerlifting, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, and Track & Field (Athletics). Follow the link below to learn more about how to participate in your local area. Website: https://www.sonj.org/find-local-program/hunterdon-county/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 32 Tumbles of Clinton Address: 186 Center St. Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 730-7002 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Tumbles, gets kids MOVING AND THINKING. They practice physical activities to develop fine and gross motor skills, spatial awareness, coordination, balance, agility, flexibility, and sports preparation. We accomplish all this in a fun, non-competitive environment that allows each child to grow in his or her own way. We are now offering programs and events through our "Shining Stars" program that are designed to serve special needs families. Website: https://www.sonj.org/find-local-program/hunterdon-county/

US Sports Institute Address: Varies by camp/program Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (732) 563-2520 Areas Served: Flemington Township Flemington Township Summer camps and sports classes are designed for all ability levels and players aged 3-14. For more information or to register for summer camps in the 08822 area please click on the following search which represents our current Flemington Township, NJ summer camp & sports class offerings. Website: http://ussportsinstitute.com/summer-camps-nj/summer-sports-camps-hunterdon-county/flemington.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 33 Outdoor The county park systems offer a diverse array of programming throughout the year. Activities such as nature learning experiences, arts and crafts, volunteer projects and more are available. Seasonal program guides are available electronically or in hard copy. For more information or to request a program guide, visit Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation at: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/programs.html.

Charlestown Reserve Address: 40 Charlestown Road Hampton, NJ 08827 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Charlestown offers a moderate-grade hiking trail. The trailhead is located at the right corner of the parking lot. The trail starts with a moderate climb up a hillside and eventually intersects with an old field road. The old road meanders through the park and loops back on itself. Mountain biking is permitted within the park, but horseback riding is prohibited Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Clover Hill Park Address: 19 Clover Hill Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Clover Hill Park & SBWMA are undeveloped parks. The trail system consists of old paved driveways and the farmer’s service roads. One can use the trail system to hike from Clover Hill Road across the park to Hillsborough Road in Somerset County. Mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding are all permitted uses on the trails within this park. A small pond near the Hillsborough Road entrance is designated for catch and release fishing. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Cold Brook Reserve Address: 65 Old Turnpike Road Oldwick, NJ 08858 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Cold Brook offers many forms of recreational activities. Visitors can hike over two miles of easy trails. The trails take advantage of existing farm roads and field edges. Horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and mountain biking are permitted on the trail system. Visitors are exposed to a variety of habitats along the trail which include meadows, wooded areas, edge habitat, and a small drainage pond. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 34 Columbia Trail Address: High Bridge Borough’s Commons Park 79 Main Street High Bridge, NJ 08829 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The relatively flat trail curves along the mountainside above the South Branch of the Raritan River for seven miles between High Bridge and the Morris County line. Two bridges carry the trail over Cokesbury Road and the South Branch of the Raritan River. The second bridge is elevated approximately 80 feet and spans a length of 260 feet over the river. Several roads bisect the park making for easy pedestrian access. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Crystal Springs Preserve Address: 20 Pleasant Grove Road Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Crystal Springs offers easy to moderate hiking opportunities. Much of the trail system is composed of pathways along the edge of the fields. A connector trail links up with the Teetertown Preserve. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Cushetunk Mountain Preserve Address: 106 Old Mountain Road Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Cushetunk offers many forms of recreational activity, including hiking and mountain biking. Due to the steep inclines, the trails leading to and Cushetunk offers many forms of recreational activity, including hiking and mountain biking. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Deer Path Park Address: 120 West Woodschurch Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Special events and performances are offered at Deer Path Park at various times throughout the year. The most notable is the Summer Concert Series. Other events include Performance Camp, community festivals, and scout events. Contact the main office for the latest schedule of community events. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 35 Echo Hill Park Address: 1020 Highway 31 Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Hikers can enjoy a circular trail around the perimeter of the park. It winds through a wide variety of habitats and affords a beautiful overlook of the Prescott Brook. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Hoffman Park Address: 26 Baptist Church Road Hampton, NJ 08827 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Hoffman Park's paved and gravel paths are excellent for bike riding and walking. The ponds offer good fishing, as well as opportunity for reflective nature study. In winter the paths provide a good place to cross-country ski. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Address: Hunterdon County Arboretum 1020 Highway 31 Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation, Department of Planning, Economic Development and Land Use welcomes you. Our focus is to provide for meaningful use of leisure time, encourage appreciation of our natural resources, and preserve and protect open space and greenways for the enjoyment of future generations. We look forward to your participation in one of the many exciting programs and hope you will soon begin to explore the beautiful park areas of Hunterdon County. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Jugtown Mountain Preserve Address: 408 Mine Road Asbury, NJ 08802 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Jugtown Mountain offers hiking opportunities of moderate difficulty. The main trail loops through the woods and along a rocky slope, exposing scenic views of the mountains. Visitors can also explore remnants of past mining operations. Mountain biking and horseback riding are not permitted here. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 36 Landsdown Meadows and Trail Address: Landsdown Meadows 5 Sidney Road Pittstown, NJ 08867 Landsdown Trail 36 Main Street Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Landsdown Trail is 1.5 miles long and stretches from Lower Landsdown Road to the center of the town of Clinton. The trail’s natural surface is conducive to hiking, biking, and cross -country skiing. The trail traverses through both open fields and forests as well as some wetland, offering several opportunities to view a wide range of wildlife. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Laport Reserve Address: 216 Mountain Road Ringoes, NJ 08551 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Laport Property offers an easy loop trail through small meadows and a young wooded area. Mountain biking and other uses are not permitted on this trail. Some areas of this trail are often wet. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Miquin Wood Preserve Address: 326 Newport Road Glen Gardner, NJ 08826 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Miquin Woods is bisected by the Spruce Run. This creek is one of the main tributaries of the Spruce Run Reservoir, which provides clean water to four different counties. The creek also feeds a small pond on the property. Together, the creek and pond provide shelter to beavers and several kinds of amphibians and reptiles. Two small meadows exist within the park and provide a mixture of grassland and forest-edge habitat. Field and Song Sparrows, Red- tailed Hawks, and other mixed habitat species can be seen. Within the forest areas, one can search for several species of woodpeckers, Red-breasted Grosbeaks, Scarlet Tanagers, and migratory warblers. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Musconetcong Gorge Preserve Address: 182 Dennis Road Bloomsbury, NJ 08804 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The trails at the park are designed for hiking only. Most of the trails range from moderate to slightly difficult. They take advantage of the smoothest grounds but are steep in some areas. This park offers beautiful vistas. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 37 Musconetcong Mountain Preserve Address: 275 Ellis Road Milford, NJ 08848 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Much of the trail system of the Musconetcong Mountain Preserve consists of old roads remaining from when the area was being considered for development. Most of the trails are several feet wide and are very easy to hike or bike, but there is an uphill slope on the return to the parking area. Cross-country skiing is not recommended due to the sloped terrain. Although horseback riding is permitted within this park, no parking is available for trailers. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Point Mountain Reservation Address: 402 Penwell Road Port Murray, NJ 07865 80 Point Mountain Road Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Point Mountain offers many forms of recreational activities. Visitors can hike on many miles of trails. Most of the trail system allows for horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and mountain biking. Rock climbing is prohibited in the park. The Musconetcong River is stocked seasonally with trout and State Fish and Wildlife laws apply. One section is a Trout Conservation Area. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Schick Reserve Address: 486 Little York Road Milford, NJ 08848 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Schick Reserve trail system is suitable for hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Many of the trails follow the field edges and some wind through the woods. Be prepared for traversing the occasional brushy and muddy areas. Trailer parking is recommended for the Route 631 lot. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 38 Sourland Mountain Preserve Address: Main Park Access 233 Rileyville Road Ringoes, NJ 08551 North Section 13 Ridge Road Ringoes, NJ 08551 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County This park offers easy hiking and cross-country skiing. For mountain biking, the terrain is flat but rocky. Horseback riding and rock climbing are prohibited in the preserve. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

South Branch Reservation Address: Varies by section location Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Hunterdon County began buying land along the South Branch of the Raritan River in 1974, when the Assiscong Marsh was acquired. Most of the remaining land was purchased in 1975, but additional parcels have been purchased through the 21st century. Today, over 1000 acres of parkland exist along this river, and these pieces are collectively referred to as the South Branch Reservation. This reservation helps protect the watershed and provides wildlife habitat. It also provides recreational opportunities such as canoeing, fishing, birding, hiking, biking, and picnicking. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

South County Park Address: 1207 Route 179 Lambertville, NJ 08530 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The 42-acre parcel of land between Routes 179 and 202 was once the site of the Hunterdon Drive-in Theater, the County’s first and only drive-in. County business leaders formed and financed their own management company for its creation in 1950. It used the latest technology from RCA motion pictures and sound equipment. In 1958, its name was changed to the Ringoes Drive-in, which operated until 1976 when it closed due to declining attendance. It re- opened between 1981 and 1986 as the Gem Theater. In 2002, the County acquired the site to serve as the Hunterdon County Fairgrounds. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 39 Teetertown Preserve Address: 20 Pleasant Grove Road Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County 147 acres were originally acquired at Teetertown Preserve in the Hollow Brook ravine to protect one of the most significant natural areas in Hunterdon County. This section offers the solitude of a densely wooded area including hardwoods, shrubs, and animal life. It also showcases a spectacular rushing stream winding its way through dramatic rock outcroppings. In 1999, adjoining acres were purchased, adding large fields and two ponds and bringing the total to 305 acres. Diverse habitats encourage many different types of birds, including Tree and Barn Swallows, Eastern Bluebirds, and Indigo Buntings. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Tower Hill Reserve Address: 944 Mountain View Road Asbury, NJ 08802 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Tower Hill offers an easy hiking trail which is approximately one mile in length. The trail meanders along the edge of the meadows that comprise most of the reserve. Mountain biking and cross-country skiing are permitted on the trail. Horseback riding is not permitted within the park. The trail crosses Mountain View Road twice. Please use caution when crossing. Trails can be very wet in spring or after heavy rains. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Union Furnace Preserve Address: 15 Van Syckles Road Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County A single hiking trail runs through Union Furnace. The trailhead is located across from the Spruce Run Parking Area. Part of the trail follows a historic mill race which used to supply water to the nearby Union Mill. Then it climbs up the hill and emerges onto Serpentine Drive. The trail is part of the Highlands Trail which extends 150 miles from Storm King Mountain on the Hudson River in New York south to Riegelsville on the Delaware River in New Jersey. Blazed with teal-colored diamonds, the trail combines established trails, new trails, and road walking, and displays the scenic beauty of the Highlands region. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 40 Uplands Reserve Address: 6 Barton Hollow Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Uplands offers a moderate 1.1-mile loop trail adjacent to the Bernadette Morales Trail System. The trail meanders through a mixture of hardwood forest, fields in natural succession, hedgerows, and thickets. The trail was constructed for an Eagle Scout project. To access the Uplands Trail, take the Main Trail from the Bernadette Morales parking area to the junction of the Eagle Trail. The Eagle Trail turns into the Uplands Trail. This stretch adds 1.6 miles for a round-trip hike. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

Wescott Preserve Address: 70 Raven Rock-Rosemont Road Stockton, NJ 08559 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Wescott offers an easy to moderate 1/2-mile loop trail off of Raven Rock-Rosemont Road that winds through meadows and hardwoods and provides a vista overlooking the creek. A 1.5-mile hiking trail connects Strimples Mill Road to Mimi’s Trail. This trail continues another mile and enters the Hunterdon Land Trust’s Zega Tract, which has a parking lot on Raven Rock-Rosemont Road. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/guides/parkareas.htm

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Hunterdon Academy of the Arts Address: 4 Minneakoning Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-4943 Areas Served: Hunterdon County We are an award-winning afterschool program teaching Music and Acting to students of all ages and levels of ability. Are you ready to explore the exciting world of the performing arts, guided by outstanding professional teachers? Website: http://www.hunterdonacademyofthearts.com/

Hunterdon Art Museum Address: Hunterdon Art Museum 7 Lower Center Street Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 735-8415 x116 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Hunterdon Art Museum presents changing exhibitions of contemporary art, craft and design in a 19th century stone mill listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Founded in 1952, the Museum showcases works by internationally recognized and emerging contemporary artists. It also offers a dynamic schedule of art classes and workshops for children and adults, and a popular summer camp program. Website: https://hunterdonartmuseum.org/

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Raritan Valley Community College Programs for Kids & Teens Address: Raritan Valley Community College 118 Lamington Road Branchburg, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 526-1200 Areas Served: Hunterdon and Somerset Build a robot. Design a website. Learn to sew. Prepare for a standardized test. Raritan Valley Community College offers kids & teens classes in a safe and enriching environment for your children to learn and develop their mental and physical abilities. Courses are offered throughout the year including during school break periods and over the summer. Website: https://www.raritanval.edu/community-resources/programs-for-kids-and-teens

County Libraries We provide library facilities and services that meet the evolving needs of the Hunterdon County community. We believe an informed community is an empowered community. We are dedicated to enriching lives with outstanding library facilities, resources and services. Our commitment to developing strong partnerships broadens our ability to enhance the quality of life for the Hunterdon County community. We provide services such as: book groups, interlibrary loans, computers and technological equipment, wi-fi, meeting rooms, museum passes, concerts, exhibits, lectures, homework help, story times, workshops, youth & teen programs, volunteer opportunities and more.

Bunnvale Library Address: 7 Bunnvale Road Califon, NJ 07830 Phone: (908) 638-8884 Areas Served: Califon Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Flemington Free Public Library Address: 118 Main Street Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-5733 Areas Served: Flemington Township Website: https://flemingtonlibrary.org/

Frenchtown Public Library Address: 29 Second Street Frenchtown, NJ 08825 Phone: (908) 996-4788 Areas Served: State-Wide Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 43 Hunterdon County Library Address: 314 State Route 12 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 788-1444 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

High Bridge Public Library Address: 71 Main Street High Bridge, NJ 08829 Phone: (908) 638-8231 Areas Served: High Bridge Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Holland Free Public Library Address: 129 Spring Mills Road Milford, NJ 08848 Phone: (908) 995-4767 Areas Served: Milford Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Lambertville Free Public Library Address: 6 Lilly Street Lambertville, NJ 08530 Phone: (609) 397-0275 Areas Served: Lambertville Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Milford Public Library Address: 40 Frenchtown Road Milford, NJ 08848 Phone: (908) 995-4072 Areas Served: Milford Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

North County Branch Library Address: 65 Halstead Street Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 730-6262 Areas Served: State-Wide Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 44 Readington Township Library Address: 255 Main Street Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Phone: (908) 534-4421 Areas Served: Readington Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

South County Branch Library Address: 1432 Route 179, Unit B1 Lambertville, NJ 08530 Phone: (609) 773-0032 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Website: http://www.hclibrary.us

Tewksbury Township Public Library Address: 31 Old Turnpike Road Oldwick, NJ 08858 Phone: (908) 439-3761 Areas Served: Tewksbury Township Website: https://www.tewksburylibrary.org/

Three Bridges Library Address: 449 Main Street Three Bridges, NJ 08887 Phone: (908) 782-2908 Areas Served: Three Bridges Township Website: http://www.hclibrary.us

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Ability 2 Work Address: 42 Rt. 12 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782 3458 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Looking for a way to give back to your local community while raising awareness and promoting change for a greater population? Volunteer opportunities with Ability 2 Work come in many different shapes and sizes; cleaning up or de-weeding our grounds and vegetable garden, helping out at one of our fundraising events, or simply by promoting us online and through social media. Use the contact form on our website to tell us a little about yourself, and we will gladly work with you to help you become a champion for our cause! Website: https://www.gratefulbites.org/volunteer-form/

America’s Grow-A-Row Address: America’s Grow-A-Row 150 Pittstown Road Pittstown, NJ 08867 Phone: (908) 331-2962 Areas Served: Hunterdon County With the help of over 7,000 volunteers annually, we are able to plant, pick, rescue, and donate over 1.2 million pounds of produce to hunger relief agencies throughout NJ. We would love for you to join us in our mission to get healthy food to our neighbors in need! • Plant and Harvest in the Fields • Deliver Produce • Help Children Harvest • Help Raise Funds Website: http://www.americasgrowarow.org/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NJ Address: Mountain Lakes 333 Route 46 West Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: (973) 335-3044 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Volunteering is fun. Big time. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do. Play sports together. Go on a hike. Read books. Eat a pizza with extra anchovies. Or just give some advice and inspiration. Whatever it is you enjoy, odds are you’ll enjoy them even more with your Little—and you’ll be making a life-changing impact. Volunteers must meet the following criteria to be matched with a child in our Community-Based Mentoring program: • Be at least 18 years old, High School students cannot serve as community-based mentors. Website: http://www.northjerseybigs.org/volunteer

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 46 Family Promise of Hunterdon County Address: 10 East Main Street Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-2490 Areas Served: Hunterdon County We have lots of opportunity to volunteer to help prevent homelessness and lend a hand to our neighbors who are without housing. Our absolute number one need with really no close second, is to help fill volunteer shifts at the overnight host sites throughout the county. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our families and a great way for families in the community to give back together. As long as there is one volunteer who is over 21 years old on each shift, we welcome volunteers of all ages. Website: http://familypromisehc.org/get-involved/host-congregations/

Fisherman’s Mark Address: 37 S Main St Lambertville, NJ 08530 Phone: (609) 397-0194 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The volunteers of Fisherman’s Mark contribute their time and talents in many ways, from staffing our Food Pantry, warehouse stocking, distributing program material, campus clean-up, marketing, grant writing, you name it! We couldn’t help all of the people that we do without the support of our volunteers. If you want to learn more, just fill out our online application or call our office at 609-397-0194 to set up an Orientation to discuss our programs and how your skills fit our need. Website: https://fishermansmark.org/volunteers/

Flemington Area Food Pantry Address: 154 NJ-31 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 788-5568 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Caring volunteers, dedicated to serving the needs of the hungry in Hunterdon County, are the foundation of the Flemington Area Food Pantry. The Pantry exists only to provide food to its clients. Volunteers perform all operating functions of the Pantry. Volunteers pick up food and personal care items at local supermarkets, donation boxes, and other locations. Volunteers also work at the Pantry sorting and shelving items, distributing groceries to our clients, and helping with clerical and office tasks. Pantry volunteers help with fund-raising activities and assist at special events such as the Empty Bowl. For information on volunteering opportunities please call Barbara Wingel at 908-788-5568 or email at [email protected]. Website: http://flemingtonfoodpantry.org/help-us/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 47 Girls on the Run Address: 63 Main St. Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 751-5847 Areas Served: Hunterdon County GOTR VILLAGE FUN AND START AND FINISH CHEER ZONE Volunteers will help with logistics and operations. Potential responsibilities include: Table and supply setup in the Village; Movement and setup of water, medals and signs at the Start and Finish. Approximate time of arrival is 7:30 a.m. Time commitment is 2 hours. These volunteer opportunities are best suited for adults, older teens and adult groups. Website: https://www.gotrhunterdon.org/5K-Detail#show-volunteer

Hunterdon County Art Museum Address: 7 Lower Center St. Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 735-8415 x110 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Support the arts in your community in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The Hunterdon Art Museum welcomes volunteers of all ages. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our Museum. We rely on them for such tasks as: • Helping with mailings, serving on committees, or assisting in fundraising • Helping with exhibition receptions • Tending to the museum’s garden • Greeting our visitors and answering phones at our reception desk • Leading exhibition tours for children or adults • assisting with exhibition installations • Assisting the Education Department with studio programs and administratively Website: https://hunterdonartmuseum.org/volunteer/

Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation Address: Hunterdon County Arboretum 1020 Highway 31 Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 782-1158 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Hunterdon County Volunteer Program is open to persons 16 years of age or older. Persons between the ages of 12 and 16 may volunteer for a limited time, such as 6 months, the summer or a specific number of hours as required by school or other organizations subject to County approval. Signed parental permission is required for all persons under 18 years of age. • Events • Public Programs • Summer Camps • Monitoring and Maintenance Projects Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/volunteeropps.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 48 Hunterdon County Library Address: 314 State Route 12 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 788-1444 Areas Served: Hunterdon County We are looking for individuals or groups to assist with the various library tasks, including: • Shelving returned books • Shelf-reading and tidying books • Short or long-term opportunities Volunteers should be in 7th to 12th grade. Website: http://www.hclibrary.us/

Hunterdon County Volunteer Opportunities Address: PO Box 2900 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 806-5174 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Volunteers are currently wanted in a wide variety of positions: performing clerical duties, helping on one day projects, driving seniors to medical appointments, straightening and maintaining library materials and enhancing habitats in county parks. Persons between the ages of 12 and 16 may volunteer for a limited time, such as 6 months, the summer or a specific number of hours as required by school or other organizations subject to County approval. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/volunteers.htm#about

Hunterdon County YMCA Address: Deer Path Branch 144 West Woodschurch Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1030 Areas Served: Hunterdon County When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. Sign up for a Special Event or become a Program Volunteer today! We also offer our Togetherhood™ program which connects members from all backgrounds to plan and carry out volunteer projects that address a real need in our community. Learn about upcoming Togetherhood™ activities including Days of Service with America's Grow-A-Row. Please contact Christine Coffey, Director of Mission Advancement, at [email protected] or 908-483-4326 with any questions. Volunteers should be at least 14 years of age. Website: https://www.hcymca.org/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 49 Hunterdon Outreach Programs Address: 356 Old York Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 797-3638 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Hunterdon Outreach Programs, started in Hunterdon County in the Spring of 2003, serves to promote and develop different sports for children in our Community who are physically or developmentally disabled. All the programs that we conduct are free to the participating athletes. Each program brings the volunteers, athletes, and their parents together in a fun and caring environment. This is an excellent way to bring handicapped and non- handicapped individuals together. Our volunteers are selected from current Travel and Recreation programs throughout Hunterdon County, high schools, and religious and social organizations expressing an interest in becoming involved in the program. Volunteering in all our sports is approved for community service hours by various religious and civic organizations. Volunteers should be at least 11 years of age. Website: https://hunterdonoutreach.org/yvds/

Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Address: 150-A West High Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 725-7799 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Jewish Family Service has an ongoing need for volunteers in various programs and activities. These include our Family Mentor Program, our Senior Mentor Program, our Good Deeds Corps, and other opportunities. • Youth who would like to participate in leading Shabbat Services are always welcome, as well as adult volunteers of any age • Taking pictures at agency events and programs Opportunities for teens: • Assist with programming for children with special needs • Teen mentoring program to promote socialization • Families and teens Group Harvest day: harvest vegetables for a local food bank Website: https://jewishfamilysvc.org/volunteer.php

The Learning Gate Address: 433 US Highway 202 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 237-0500 Areas Served: Hunterdon County There are many ways to support the Learning Gate! Volunteer your time to read stories, hold babies, or support our teaching team. We rely on many volunteers year-round to run a lean organization. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. Website: https://www.thelearninggate.org/donate/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 50 Mane Stream Address: 83 Old Turnpike Road Oldwick, NJ 08858 Phone: (908) 439-9636 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The ways YOU can make an impact… Throughout the year we have many different ways for those 14 years and older to participate in the activities at Mane Stream. No experience with either horses or individuals with disabilities needed; we provide our own orientation and training sessions. Explore the options below: • Therapy Sessions and • Adaptive Riding Lesson Volunteers • Shoes for Shoes • Summer Camp Volunteers • Office & Community Outreach Volunteers • One-Day Group Volunteers • Court-Mandated Community Service Website: https://www.manestreamnj.org/volunteeropportunities/

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Hunterdon County Address: PO Box 229 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 284-0500 Areas Served: Hunterdon County • Help us with our website and social media presence. • Attend our second Wednesday per month NAMI Hunterdon information and advocacy meetings. Students are welcome. • Help staff our table for outreach events. • We’re open to ideas on other activities for youth and adults! Website: https://namihunterdon.org/volunteer-opportunities/

Open Cupboard and Food Pantry Address: 37 Old Highway 22 Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 730-7320 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Donate your time. Organize a food drive. Volunteers must be 17 years of age or older OR a senior in high school. Volunteer hours are Saturdays 10 AM to 1:30 PM. Website: http://opencupboardfoodpantry.org/HelpUs.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 51 Prevention Resources Address: 4 Walter E. Foran Blvd. Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-3909 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Our volunteers are a key component to our staff, adding a rich diversity of backgrounds and talents. Prevention Resources offers a wide variety in both activity and commitment available to volunteers. We appreciate those who choose to support our efforts by giving one of their most precious resources: time. To get on our calendar, call our office at 908-782-3909 and ask for Anne. Website: http://njprevent.com/

Readington Museums Address: P.O. Box 216 Stanton, NJ 08885 Phone: (908) 236-2327 or (908) 236-2306 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Do you have group that needs a project or community service hours? We will work with you to combine our projects with your talents. Great for Scouting groups as well. Volunteering is a perfect way for High School Juniors and Seniors to gain much needed experience. Volunteering is family friendly, though anyone under the age of 18 is required to have a parent or guardian present. Volunteering opportunities include: Tour guide for Sunday Open House events, Gardening, Newsletters and Publications, Hands-on history guides for school tours, Craft demonstrators for school tours, Open Houses, St.Nikolaas celebration, and Archiving and cataloging. All training and costuming (if required) are provided. Interested? Have a question or an idea? Contact Program Director at 908- 236-2327. Website: https://www.readingtontwpnj.gov/volunteers

Red Mill Museum Village Address: 56 Main Street Clinton, NJ 08809 Phone: (908) 735-4101 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Museum continues to receive volunteer support from new generations. Scout and school groups have worked on the site to renew the herb garden and vegetable gardens, paint the historic structures and repair damaged picket fences. Every summer, high school and college students work at the Museum as interns to acquire the skills necessary to pursue a passionate career preserving history. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer or intern, call the Museum at 908-735-4101, ext. 100 or email: [email protected]. Website: https://theredmill.org/support/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 52 Riding with HEART Address: 639 County Road 513 Pittstown, NJ 08867 Phone: (908) 735-5912 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Volunteers are a vital part of the RWH team and essential to a successful therapeutic riding program. Volunteers assist riders with disabilities by leading, side walking, grooming and tacking up horses. Volunteers also have the opportunity to take part in varied barn chores and assisting with fundraising events. Requirements for volunteering are: • Volunteer / Health Form complete • Attend RWH volunteer training sessions • Lesson volunteers minimum age is 14 • Opportunities for Junior Volunteers are ages 12 and 13 • The desire to make a difference in the life of others Website: https://www.ridingwithheart.org/copy-of-how-you-can-help

The Salvation Army Flemington Corps Address: 40 East Main Street Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 237-9008 Areas Served: Hunterdon County • Creative Arts Clean Up Assistant – minimum age of 16 • Creative Arts Food Preparation Assistant – minimum age of 16 • Emergency Disaster Services – minimum age of 18 • Kids Program Assistant Teacher – minimum age of 16 • Kids Program Clean Up Assistant – minimum age of 16 • Kids Program Food Preparation Assistant – minimum age of 16 • Mission Literacy Tutor – minimum age of 18 • Mission Literacy Tutoring Assistant – minimum age of 13 Website: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/OD?FROM=55497

Tabby’s Place Address: 1100 US Highway 202 Ringoes, NJ 08551 Phone: (908) 237-5300 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Volunteers play a critical role in carrying out our mission. They fill a need that would otherwise have to be performed by paid staff. Whether cleaning dishes, washing laundry, taking out the garbage, or answering the phones, volunteers help Tabby’s Place spend its money where it matters – on the felines. You must be at least 12 years of age to volunteer (volunteers less than 16 years in age must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian when volunteering). You will be asked to make a regular commitment to volunteering (once a week or twice a month, for example). Please fill out our volunteer application to be invited to our next Volunteer Orientation. Website: https://www.tabbysplace.org/volunteer.html

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4-H Youth Development, Hunterdon County Address: 314 Route 12 Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 788-1341 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The 4-H Youth Development Program uses a learn-by-doing approach to enable youth to develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills they need to become competent, caring and contributing citizens of the world. This is accomplished by using the knowledge and resources of caring adults. The goals of the 4-H Youth Development Program are to: Provide informal, educational programs for youth in grades K-13 (one year out of high school), encourage responsibility, community awareness and character development in youth, strengthen skills for adults working with youth through publications and training, and improve community partnerships and collaborations. Website: http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/rutgers/4H.htm

Arc of Hunterdon County Address: 1465 Route 31 South Suite 23 Annandale Phone: (908) 730-7827 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The Arc of Hunterdon County supports and empowers individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The agency enables those it supports to live and work in the community on their own terms as proud, vital members of society. Website: http://www.archunterdon.org/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern New Jersey Address: 333 Route 46 West Suite 105 Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 Phone: (973) 335-3044 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Each time Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs a child with a role model, we start something incredible: a 1-to-1 relationship built on trust and friendship that can blossom into a future of unlimited potential. And thanks to the first-ever nationwide impact study of a mentoring organization, we have the facts to prove it. Website: http://www.northjerseybigs.org/

Clinton Township Recreation and Youth Programs Address: Clinton Township Municipal Building 1225 Route 31 South Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone: (908) 735-5999 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Follow the link below for a list of Clinton Township’s Youth Programs. Website: http://www.clintontwpnj.com/index.aspx?page=95

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 54 The Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Address: 315 West Washington Avenue Suite 3 Washington Phone: (908) 223-1191 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties When a child has emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges, the family of that child is also affected. Success begins with involving parents and caregivers as full partners in their child’s care. To assist families in this process we provide peer to peer support, support groups, educational presentations, and advocacy. Website: https://fso-hsw.org/programs/

Harvest Family Success Center Address: 87 Park Avenue Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 237-0465 Areas Served: Hunterdon County The mission of the Harvest Family Success Center (FSC) is to provide a welcoming environment to strengthen and empower individuals and families through family-centered activities, educational workshops, and access to resources needed to maintain healthy relationships. Website: http://www.tricountyresourcenet.org/search/harvest-family-success-center-hunterdon- county/

Hunterdon County YMCA, Deer Path Branch Address: 144 West Woodschurch Road Flemington, NJ 08822 Phone: (908) 782-1030 Areas Served: Hunterdon County At the Hunterdon County YMCA, we believe in the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Our programs bring people together and keep everyone active. As a family-oriented organization with a strong sense of community involvement, we offer fun and exciting activities including summer camp, youth sports, swimming, dance, teen leadership clubs, and much more. Our programs are very affordable, and financial assistance is available. Bring your family to the Y today! Website: https://www.hcymca.org/

Hunterdon County YMCA, Round Valley Branch Address: 1410 Route 22 West Annandale, NJ 08801 Phone: (908) 782-1030 Areas Served: Hunterdon County At the Hunterdon County YMCA, we believe in the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Our programs bring people together and keep everyone active. As a family-oriented organization with a strong sense of community involvement, we offer fun and exciting activities including summer camp, youth sports, swimming, dance, teen leadership clubs, and much more. Our programs are very affordable, and financial assistance is available. Bring your family to the Y today! Website: https://www.hcymca.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 55 Somerset County Athletic

Bound Brook Recreation Address: Varies by program Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Areas Served: Bound Brook Township The Bound Brook Recreation Department is committed to providing a variety of programs with a safe environment for borough residents of all ages focusing on participation and fun. We offer many sports and recreational activities for Youth and Adults as well as Therapeutic Recreation which is offered through Somerset County. We run special events and services throughout the year that are budgeted through the Borough Recreation Department. These events help in bringing our community together! Website: http://tshq.bluesombrero.com/boundbrookrec

Branchburg Challenger Baseball Address: Field location- 590 Old York Road Branchburg, NJ 08876 Phone: Dave & Jamie Lanka: (908) 203-1305 Areas Served: Somerset County Challenger Baseball allows for children and young adults with varying intellectual and physical special needs to participate in a low stress environment. Everyone swings until they get a hit, and they are assisted in the field by a buddy partner (usually between 6th-12th grade). We do not play a true baseball game with keeping score and outs, it is really just an opportunity for the players to participate and enjoy the game. Email: [email protected]

Certified Fitness for Special Needs Address: 422 Rt. 22 West Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Phone: (908) 534-1961 Areas Served: Hunterdon & Somerset Counties Certified Fitness For Special Needs provides individual or group fitness classes on-or-off site for youth and adults with special challenges. Our classes offer our clients the opportunity to develop social and interpersonal skills while improving their overall health and well-being. Website: http://www.cfsn-nj.com/

Raritan Borough Recreation Department Address: Borough Hall 22 First Street Raritan, NJ 08869 Phone: (908) 231-1300 x31 Areas Served: Raritan Township The Recreation Committees provide a wide range of programs for every age group to respond to the range of interests expressed by the town’s residents. Programs are added or discontinued from time to time as residents’ interests and leisure activity preferences change. Website: http://www.raritanboro.org/departments/recreation/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 56 Somerville Recreation Address: 25 West End Avenue Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 704-6985 Areas Served: Somerville Township The Somerville Recreation Department manages activities and events at nine borough parks and fields. Register for activities, programs, and events through the online CommunityPass. Website: http://somervillenj.org/content/4064/4094/default.aspx

Special Olympics New Jersey – Somerset County Address: PO Box 851 Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (732) 390-1113 Areas Served: Somerset County The following sports are available in Somerset County during different times of year: Cycling, Golf, Soccer, Triathlon, Alpine Skiing, Figure Skating, Snowshoeing, Basketball, Bowling, Bocce, Powerlifting, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, and Track & Field (Athletics). Follow the link below to learn more about how to participate in your local area. Website: https://www.sonj.org/find-local-program/somerset-county/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 57 Outdoor The county park systems offer a diverse array of programming throughout the year. Activities such as nature learning experiences, arts and crafts, volunteer projects and more are available. Seasonal program guides are available electronically or in hard copy. For more information or to request a program guide, visit the Somerset County Park Commission at: http://www.somersetcountyparks.org/.

Colonial Park Address: 156 Mettlers Road Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5008 Areas Served: Somerset County Colonial Park, located in Franklin Township, offers a spectacular variety of features and activities for park visitors. Acquired in 1965, this 685-acre facility includes scenic frontage on both the historic Delaware and Raritan Canal and the Millstone River. Recreation facilities, prize winning horticultural displays, and pristine natural areas are spaced amid the broad lawns and ponds of this diverse Somerset County park. Located within Colonial Park is Spooky Brook Golf Course; an 18-hole championship course which offers a wide-open layout with spacious fairways and greens. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/colonial/ColonialPark.html

Duke Island Park Address: Old York Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5013 Areas Served: Somerset County Located in Bridgewater Township, Duke Island Park is a site of rich natural beauty which offers varied recreational experiences. Truly an "island" park, it is traversed by the historic Raritan Power Canal. The Somerset County Park Commission acquired this 343-acre site in 1958, and has developed it to provide a wide variety of active and passive recreational opportunities and special events for park visitors. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/dukeIsland/DukeIslandPk.html

East County Park Address: 40 Reinman Road Warren, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5380 Areas Served: Somerset County East County Park is a 150-acre property nestled in the northeast corner of Somerset County in Warren Township. The Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Somerset County Park Commission, and Warren Township have developed the facility as a partnership. The park includes an initial 8’ wide half-mile long multi-use nature trail made of stone, and loops around a serene pond with views of nearby meadows. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/eastCounty/EastCountyPark.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 58 Leonard J. Buck Garden Address: 11 Layton Road Far Hills, NJ 07931 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5011 Areas Served: Somerset County The Leonard J. Buck Garden is one of the premier rock gardens in the eastern United States. Begun in the late 1930's, the garden has reached a breathtaking point of maturity. It consists of a series of alpine and woodland gardens situated in a 33-acre wooded stream valley. Named for Mr. Leonard J. Buck, who developed the garden as part of his estate, it was donated to the Somerset County Park Commission by Mrs. Helen Buck in 1976. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/buck/LJBuck.html

Lord Stirling Park Address: 190 Lord Stirling Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Phone: (908) 766-2489 Areas Served: Somerset County Lord Stirling Park encompasses 990 acres in Bernards Township, and is the second largest public facility in the county park system. This beautiful natural resource occupies the western portion of the Great Swamp Basin. Lord Stirling Park has been designated solely for environmental and equestrian activities. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/eec/EEC.html

Mountain View Park Address: 141 Mountain View Road Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5901 Areas Served: Somerset County Mountain View Park is contiguous to the County’s 5,500-acre Sourland Mountain Preserve and in close proximity to the Township’s Ann Van Middlesworth Park. It is flat and relatively open, providing a sweeping vista of the nearby Sourland Mountain. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/mountainview/MountainView.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 59 Natirar Address: 2 Main Street Peapack, NJ 07977 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5140 Areas Served: Somerset County Natirar is a 404-acre property located in the scenic hills of Somerset County within the municipalities of Peapack/Gladstone, Far Hills and Bedminster. There are 247 acres located in Peapack/Gladstone, 124 acres in Far Hills, and 40 acres in Bedminster. Formerly the estate of Kate Macy Ladd and Walter Graeme Ladd, the property is rich in culture and history. The property features extensive areas of lawn and woodland, river access and scenic views and contains historic farm buildings and various other residential structures and out-buildings dating from the mid-18th through mid-19th centuries. The North Branch of the Raritan River and the Peapack Brook traverse the property. Natirar presents a unique opportunity for a single property to preserve, showcase and interpret many aspects of the area’s rich architectural, cultural, historic and archaeological heritage. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/natirar/Natirar.html

North Branch Park Address: 355 Milltown Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 722-1200 Areas Served: Somerset County Located in Bridgewater, is the home of the Somerset County Park Commission administrative offices. This 194-acre park, acquired in 1961, offers nearly a mile of frontage along the North Branch of the Raritan River. In addition to being the host location of the annual 4H Fair, the park is used extensively for major exhibits, shows, and fairs. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/northbranch/NorthBranchPk.html

Skillman Park Address: Main Boulevard Skillman, NJ 08558 Phone: (908) 722-1200 x5824 Areas Served: Somerset County Skillman Park is the newest park in the park system. The 247-acre park is located off of Route 601 in the Skillman section of Montgomery Township. The park features wide beautiful vistas, and a 2.25-mile paved multi-use loop trail. There are several parking lots, so that park visitors may begin their walk at several points throughout the park. Benches are located strategically as well, so that visitors may sit and enjoy the landscape. Chess tables are available at one of the trailheads; simply bring chess pieces and enjoy a game in the park. Website: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksFacilities/skillman/Skillman.html

Somerset County Park Commission Address: Varies by park location Phone: (908) 722-1200 Areas Served: Somerset County Follow the link below for information on Somerset County’s therapeutic recreation, gardens, Lord Stirling Stable, and more. Website: http://www.somersetcountyparks.org/index.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 60 Creative Arts

Art – 4 – All Address: 265 East Main Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 725-4490 Areas Served: Somerset County Through its art classes for children and adults, Art-4-All seeks to provide personalized teaching and learning. Our method is carefully structured so that beginners - children and adults alike - can learn step-by-step to understand the creative processes that lie behind the making of art. Our purpose is to instill the knowledge and develop the skills that will enable the student to express their individuality and develop a truly personal style. Website: http://www.art-4-all-inc.com/

The Center for Contemporary Art Address: 2020 Burnt Mills Road Bedminster, NJ 07921 Phone: (908) 234-2345 Areas Served: Somerset County The Center for Contemporary Art is a vibrant regional art center with studio art classes, a summer art camp, rotating exhibitions and community outreach programs. Website: https://ccabedminster.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 61 Educational

Mission Cognition, LLC Address: Mountain View Plaza 856 Highway 206, Building A Unit 4 Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 625-0750 Areas Served: Somerset Our passion lies in teaching the "soft skills" needed to be more successful in a wide range of social settings! We are committed to teaching communication, play and social skills via a behavior analytic framework with an emphasis on natural environment teaching & role play. Website: https://www.missioncognition.com/

Raritan Valley Community College Programs for Kids & Teens Address: Raritan Valley Community College 118 Lamington Road Branchburg, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 526-1200 Areas Served: Hunterdon and Somerset Build a robot. Design a website. Learn to sew. Prepare for a standardized test. Raritan Valley Community College offers kids & teens classes in a safe and enriching environment for your children to learn and develop their mental and physical abilities. Courses are offered throughout the year including during school break periods and over the summer. Website: https://www.raritanval.edu/community-resources/programs-for-kids-and-teens

County Libraries Somerset County Library System of New Jersey partners with you to connect, to explore, to share and to discover. Our vision is to work together to enrich lives, expand knowledge and strengthen communities. We offer programs for kids, teens and adults. Programs include book discussions, spelling bees, crafts, puzzle challenges, art exhibits, story times, English as a second language lessons, gaming groups, homework help and more!

Bound Brook Memorial Library Address: 402 East High Street Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Phone: (908) 458-8410 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Bridgewater Library Address: 1 Vogt Drive Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 458-8415 Areas Served: Bridgewater Township Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 62 Franklin Township Public Library Address: 485 DeMott Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (732) 873-8700 Areas Served: Franklin Township Website: http://www.franklintwp.org/

Hillsborough Library Address: 379 South Branch Road Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 458-8420 Areas Served: Hillsborough Township Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Manville Public Library Address: 100 South 10th Avenue Manville, NJ 08835 Phone: (908) 458-8425 Areas Served: Manville Township Website: https://www.manvillenj.org/544/Manville-Public-Library

Mary Jacobs Memorial Library Address: 64 Washington Street Rocky Hill, NJ 08553 Phone: (908) 458-8430 Areas Served: Hunterdon and Somerset Counties Website: http://maryjacobs.org/

North Plainfield Memorial Library Address: 6 Rockview Avenue North Plainfield, NJ 07060 Phone: (908) 458-8435 Areas Served: North Plainfield Township Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 63 Peapack & Gladstone Library Address: Peapack & Gladstone Municipal Complex 1 School Street Peapack, NJ 07977 Phone: (908) 458-8440 Areas Served: Peapack and Gladstone Townships The Peapack and Gladstone Library is a branch of the Somerset County Library system and offers borrowing privileges to all who live, work, own property or go to school in the borough. In addition to offering a collection of over 20,000 books, books on CD, video games (Wii, PS3, Xbox360), DVDs, music CD’s, magazines, and newspapers and maps; the Library offers museum passes as well as access to downloadable books and magazines through our website. Website: http://www.peapackgladstone.org/content/202/471/default.aspx

Somerset County Library System Address: Varies by library location Areas Served: Somerset County Somerset County Library System of New Jersey partners with you to connect, to explore, to share and to discover. Our vision is to work together to enrich lives, expand knowledge and strengthen communities. Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Somerville Public Library Address: 35 West End Avenue Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 458-8445 Areas Served: Somerville Township Website: http://somervillenj.org/content/4064/4090/default.aspx

Warren Township Library Address: 42 Mountain Boulevard Warren, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 458-8450 Areas Served: Warren Township Website: https://sclsnj.org/

Watchung Public Library Address: 12 Stirling Road Watchung, NJ 07069 Phone: (908) 458-8455 Areas Served: Watchung Township Website: http://watchungnj.gov/public-library.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 64 Volunteer Opportunities

4-H Youth Development, Somerset County Address: 310 Milltown Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 526-6644 Areas Served: Somerset County Teen volunteers wishing to complete community service hours are encouraged to attend a meeting at the 4-H Center, 310 Milltown Rd, Bridgewater at 10 am the Friday before the Fair. At this time, the Fair Assistant presents a list of jobs, explains the responsibilities and shift schedule. For more info contact the Fair Assistant after July 4th at: [email protected]. Website: http://www.somersetcounty4h.org/fair/volunteers/

Agape House – Volunteers of America Address: 122 – 128 East Main Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 707-9753 Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers of America Delaware Valley provides community-based assistance to populations in need so that they can lead self-fulfilled, independent lives. Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is committed to being a national leader in identifying and providing for those in need. We want to be recognized as a catalyst for transforming the lives and circumstances of individuals, families and communities. Minimum age requirements vary by job. Use our website to browse available volunteer opportunities. Website: http://www.voadv.org/team-hope-event-registration

The Arc of Somerset County Address: 141 South Main Street Manville, NJ 08835 Phone: (908) 658-3805 Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers under the age of 18 must have signed parent consent. • Be a Buddy • Work Center Assistant • Clerical / Office Volunteer • Camp Jotoni Volunteer • Painting • Facility Improvement Efforts • Landscaping and Gardening Website: http://www.thearcofsomerset.org/get_involved/volunteer_section/volunteer_opportunities.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 65 Bernards Parents for Exceptional Children (PEC) Address: Bernards PEC 5 Lyons Mall #160 Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County Become a Mentor: Available for students aged 10 and above who reside in Bernards Township. We train students to work with the individual with special needs to provide a great atmosphere of acceptance. We need student volunteers to be mentors and parent volunteers to help with our mentor training sessions. The Bernards PEC Mentor program was established to provide support for PEC families in the Bernards Township School District. Qualified special needs professionals lead the 1 1/2 hour training workshop which is held at the Bernards Township Library several times a year. We train students ages 10 and up to work with children with all kinds of disabilities. The workshop will provide information on various diagnoses and how to be a friend to and assist children with special needs. Mentors will get hands-on interaction with some of our PEC children during the training session. After training, the mentors can either work in group settings during recreational programs/community activities or one-on-one with a child fostering social and life skills. Website: http://bernardspec.com/about-us/mentors/

The Center for Contemporary Art Address: 2020 Burnt Mills Road Bedminster, NJ 07921 Phone: (908) 234-2345 x104 Areas Served: Somerset County • Birthday Party Aides – must be 15 years of age or older • Board of Trustees & Committees • Building & Grounds • Fundraising Events • Installation Crew • Special Events • Summer Camp Aides – must be 15 years of age or older Website: https://ccabedminster.org/support/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 66 The Center for Great Expectations Address: 198 Dellwood Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (732) 247-7003 x30 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Center. The Center is always in need of caring and dedicated volunteers with a variety of interests and skill sets. Choose from roles as diverse as handyman, fundraiser, and yoga instructor. All are equally important, as all support our residents during their stay. Volunteer Opportunities for Ages 18-21: • In-Kind Office Volunteer • Daytime House Presence • Professional Skills – Tutoring; allied therapies including music, art, and pet therapy • Driver • Office and Administration Support • Katy’s Place Helper – Assist staff as needed in our daycare • Fundraising and Friend-raising • Home Improvements • Committees • Share your talents Volunteer Opportunities: • Bake and deliver a birthday or graduation cake • Cooking, sewing, yoga, scrapbooking, knitting, crocheting, jewelry making, etc. • Professional hair, facials, and manicures There is no age requirement for one-time events such as a fundraiser (a baby bottle drive, a baby shower, or gift card collection). Website: https://www.cge-nj.org/get-involved/volunteer/

Christmas is for Children Address: P.O. Box 214 Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Phone: (908) 766-6661 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County We are always looking for volunteers. Contact us by phone at (908) 766-6661 or email us at [email protected] Website: https://njchristmasisforchildren.org/how-to-help/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 67 Everas Community Services Address: 24K World’s Fair Drive Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (732) 805-1912 Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers participate on agency committees and support our programs through office work and special projects. We welcome individuals, corporate groups, and service clubs, as well as provide professional opportunities for interns and externs. Whether you are looking to make a long term commitment or for a one day project, Everas is a great place to donate your time. Website: http://www.everas.org/join-us/volunteer/

Family & Community Services of Somerset County (FCS) Address: 339 West Second Street Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Phone: (732) 356-1082 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteering for FCSSC makes a direct impact in our ability to provide services to those who would otherwise be unable to afford it. We have many opportunities for volunteers to help us better serve the community, and we deeply appreciate all the efforts our volunteers make. Learn about some of the ways volunteers can get involved: • Assisting with events – at least high school age • Fundraising (selling cookies, reaching out to potential donors, etc.) – depends on the specific job • Painting – at least high school age • Landscaping – at least high school age If you’re interested in volunteering, contact Pat Freyberger or Richard Schumann for more information. Website: http://fcssomerset.org/volunteer-and-make-a-difference/

The Food Bank Network of Somerset County Address: P.O. Box 149 Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Phone: (732) 560-1813 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County To meet the need, we are in continuous need of food donations. Church and Scout groups, classroom, neighborhoods and others are welcome to help by organizing a food drive. Volunteer Time at the Warehouse: Can you help sort donations at the warehouse? The Food Bank Network invites volunteers to help sort donated food items, as well as package food deliveries. Whether it’s for an hour or half-day, once or on an ongoing basis, your help can make all the difference to many of your neighbors. Website: http://www.somersetfoodbank.org/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 68 Franklin Township Food Bank Address: 60 Millstone Rd. Somerset, NJ 08873 Phone: (732) 246-0009 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County This is a huge job – making sure our neighbors in need have food. We know that we cannot do this alone and we rely heavily on the support of our amazing volunteers. We have a diverse group of volunteers from students to senior citizens. We can provide community service hours to students who are a minimum of 14-years old. Volunteers 14 to 17-years old will work with a parent or guardian. Volunteer groups will be assigned to specific tasks that include: Sorting and packing food for distribution to clients, Date checking food for expiration, Sorting food by type to be used in food packages, Breaking down boxes and cleaning warehouse, and Other duties as assigned. Volunteers may be asked to stand for three hours and lift up to 20 lbs.

Habitat for Humanity – Raritan Valley Address: 100 West Main Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 704-0016 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County • Advocate and fundraise • Build a Habitat House • Youth Women Build Helper (any age): Girl Scout Troop / Youth Group Habitat Youth program includes students from high schools spanning Hunterdon and Somerset Counties who have joined together to advance the Habitat mission by helping to sponsor and build a Habitat House. Website: http://www.rvhabitat.org/get-involved/youth-volunteers/

Habitat for Humanity – Raritan Valley ReStore Address: Market Place at Manville 110 North Main Street Manville, NJ 08835 Phone: (908) 458-9770 Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteering at the Raritan Valley Habitat ReStore is a great way to support the Habitat mission and give back to the community. We strive to keep operating costs as low as possible to maximize the amount of money that goes directly to benefit the community, and volunteers are one of the ways to achieve this. Volunteers also help ensure the ReStore is a great experience for donors and shoppers. Opportunities include being a cashier, concierge, pricer/sorter, sales floor general assistant, receiving assistant, truck driver assistant, merchandising, repair and special projects, business automation, office administration and more! Website: http://www.rvhabitat.org/restore/volunteer-at-the-restore/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 69 Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Address: 150-A West High Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 725-7799 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Jewish Family Service has an ongoing need for volunteers in various programs and activities. These include our Family Mentor Program, our Senior Mentor Program, our Good Deeds Corps, and other opportunities. • Youth who would like to participate in leading Shabbat Services are always welcome, as well as adult volunteers of any age • Taking pictures at agency events and programs Opportunities for teens: • Assist with programming for children with special needs • Teen mentoring program to promote socialization • Families and teens Group Harvest day: harvest vegetables for a local food bank Website: https://jewishfamilysvc.org/volunteer.php

Matheny Hospital and Educational Center Address: 65 Highland Avenue Peapack, NJ 07977 Phone: (908) 234-0011 Areas Served: Somerset County Since the majority of Matheny patients are full-time residents, volunteers are needed days, evenings, and weekends. Individuals can serve as recreation assistants, classroom aides, tutors, friendly visitors to individuals, and more. Volunteer groups are invited to host parties for residents or participate in other special projects. In addition, individuals and groups interested in fundraising activities are welcomed. The minimum age requirement for volunteers is 14 years of age. Website: http://www.matheny.org/volunteer

Middle Earth Address: 520 North Bridge Street Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 725-7223 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County Middle Earth urges residents to get involved in our local community. Your generosity touches so many lives each day, sets a good example of leadership, and creates a healthy, supportive environment to improve the quality of life for all people who live and work in Somerset County. Below are four different ways that you can get involved with Middle Earth. • Board Member • 4-H Fair • Guest Speaker • One-Day Project The minimum age requirement to volunteer is 14 years of age. Website: http://www.middleearthnj.org/get-involved/volunteer

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 70 New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Address: 50 Division Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 575-7350 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Statewide We are always in need of teens, adults, and families to help spread the word, get some office work done, or help out at an event. If you would like to get involved and give back to an organization that has helped you, your family or friends, please take a moment to contact our office at [email protected] or 908-575-7350. You can get community service hours for school, scouts, honor society, etc. Or if you’re a working professional, your company may be able to make a corporate donation for volunteer hours worked! Website: https://njcts.org/help-for-families/volunteer/

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset Address: 110 Rehill Avenue Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 685-2952 Areas Served: Somerset County We are now accepting a limited number of applications for weekday service at both the New Brunswick and Somerset campuses. Weekday opportunities are from 4 to 6 p.m. for ages 15 and up, or 6 to 8 p.m. for ages 16 and up. There are currently no opportunities to volunteer on Saturday and Sunday. If you are unable to commit to a weekday shift, please do not call for an application as there will be no opportunity for placement. If you have any questions, please contact the Volunteer Services department between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Website: https://www.rwjbh.org/volunteer-opportunities-at-rwjuh/teen-volunteers/

Safe + Sound Somerset Address: 427 Homestead Road Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Phone: (908) 359-0003 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County To this day, we continue to rely on dedicated volunteers to achieve our mission. Volunteers are an integral part of Safe+Sound Somerset, contributing time and talent to enhance client services and raise community awareness. • Project Volunteers – Groups from local businesses, organizations, and schools implement projects such as gardening, painting, and storage. • Youth Volunteers – Assist staff with activities such as organizing and sorting donations. • General Volunteers – Donate space and skills such as photography, provide junk removal, and much more! If you have an area of expertise or interested not listed above and would like to lend a hand, please call our office or email us. Website: http://www.resourcecenterofsomerset.org/support/volunteer

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 71 The Salvation Army New Jersey Division: West Central Region Address: 108 Hamilton Street Bound Brook, NJ 08805 Phone: (732) 748-1146 Areas Served: Somerset County • ESL Instructor – must be 21 years of age or older • Food Pantry Assistant – must be 18 years of age or older • Kid’s Program Assistant – must be 18 years of age or older • Maintenance Assistant – must be 18 years of age or older • Organizational Assistant • Community Service Volunteer – must be 18 years of age or older Website: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/OD?FROM=55497

Samaritan Homeless Interim Program Address: 87 East High Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 393-9545 Areas Served: Somerset County • SHIP’s Galley – Anti-Hunger Program • Mobile Soup Kitchen and Disaster Unit • Holiday Meals Program • Tic-Tocks Grove (Picnic Area) • Street Outreach Services • Safe Harbor – Office Help / Public Relations • Community Service Hours Projects Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older, unless accompanied by an adult. To obtain additional information on available opportunities, call the Volunteer Coordinator or visit our Safe Harbor – Port of Refuge. Website: http://www.ship908.com/html/volunteer_opportunities.html

SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals Address: 1010 Route 601 Skillman, NJ 08558 Phone: (609) 309-5214 Areas Served: Somerset County SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals relies on the help of dedicated and compassionate people who are willing to assist the shelter in any way possible. If you have an interest in animal welfare, please consider volunteering your time and talents at SAVE. You must be at least 14 years of age to volunteer, but we allow children 10 - 13 years of age to volunteer with a parent. All volunteers MUST be over 18 years of age to work with and walk dogs. We do require that volunteers commit 8 hours per month. Opportunities: Office/Clerical Help, Front Desk Reception Support, General Shelter Tasks (laundry, organizing donations and supplies, cleaning, sweeping, mopping, etc) Cat Room Cleaning (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.), Cat Room Organization and Restocking, Proper Feline Socialization Weekend Adoption Days (handling dogs and cats at local venues and communicating with the public about SAVE), Dog Walking and Reinforcement of Training (walking on leash, no jumping, practicing commands), Pack Walks with Approved Dogs, Dog Baths "Spa Days". Website: https://savehomelessanimals.org/volunteers/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 72 Second Chance for Animals, Inc. Address: P.O. Box 5172 Somerset, NJ 08875 Phone: (732) 748-SCFA (7232) Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers must be 18 years old or older. Second Chance for Animals is made up entirely of volunteers, so we are always in need of new individuals who are willing to step up and join us. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on improving the lives of the animals living in the Franklin Township Animal Shelter, whether you choose to volunteer directly with the animals or to help with events and fundraising. Website: http://secondchanceforanimals.org/volunteers/

The Simuel Whitfield Simmons Organization Address: P.O. Box 1422 Somerset, NJ 08875 Phone: (732) 246-1585 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County The mission of the SWS Organization is to help! To help meet the never ending needs of our community, one person, one family, one home at a time, by providing a consistent and substantial life support system, while providing assistance with food, clothing, referral resources, etc. Website: https://www.swsorganization.org/

Somerset County Library System Address: 35 West End Avenue Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 725-1336 x14 Areas Served: Somerset County Teens in 7th – 12th grade: Earn community service hours at your library! We have volunteer opportunities available for teens during the school year and over the summer. Check your local branch to see what opportunities are available. Website: https://sclsnj.org/about/volunteer/teen-volunteer-opportunities-by-sclsnj-branch/

Somerset County Park Commission Address: 255 Milltown Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 722-1200 Areas Served: Somerset County Opportunities exist for volunteers to participate in many facets of the Somerset County Park Commission’s operation. We try to match individual volunteers with jobs that fulfill both interests and skills. Individuals interested in volunteering may complete the application listed here or may call the Park Commission for additional information. Opportunities: Gardens, Grounds Management, and Facilities, Group Volunteer Projects, Instructional Skills, National Trails Day, Special Events, Volunteer Park Patrol and Wildlife and Resource Conservation Projects. Opportunities available for youth 10 years of age and older. Visit our website for details and requirements. Website: http://www.somersetcountyparks.org/genInfo/volunteers/volunteers.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 73 Somerset County YMCA Address: 140 Mount Airy Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Bridgewater YMCA 601 Garretson Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Somerville YMCA 2 Green Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 766-7898 (908) 526-0688 (908) 722-4567 Areas Served: Somerset County • Teen Volunteers: We believe that teens are a tremendous asset to our community. When they contribute their energy, passion and skills through volunteer efforts, they not only help to make a positive impact on the lives of so many, but they also gain the personal satisfaction of making a difference. • Maintenance Volunteers: Provide support to the Facilities Department with maintenance inside or outside • Philanthropy Volunteers: Help raise awareness of the Y’s charitable status and mission to ensure that YMCA programs are available to everyone regardless of their economic circumstance, as well as raise funds to support our annual campaign. • Special Event Volunteers: Help with planning, promoting and implementing events Website: http://www.somersetcountyymca.org/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities

United Way of Somerset County Address: 1011 US Route 22 West Suite 202 Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 725-6640 Areas Served: Somerset County Opportunities are available for youth 10 years of age and older. Visit our directory for details and requirements for each listing. Website: https://unitedwaynnj.galaxydigital.com/need/

Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Somerset Hills Address: 200 Mt Airy Rd. Basking Ridge, NJ 07869 Phone: (908) 766-0180 x115 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Somerset County Volunteers are an essential and valued part of the VNA of Somerset Hills team. Our volunteer network offers many unique opportunities to become a part of our family. Volunteer opportunities include: Rummage Sale, Hospice and Home Care, Office Support, Adult Day Center, Friends of the VNA of Somerset Hills, and Other Fundraising Events. Website: http://www.visitingnurse.org/ways-to-give/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 74 Wagner Farm Arboretum Foundation, Inc. Address: 197 Mountain Ave. Warren, NJ 07059 Phone: (908) 350-7383 Areas Served: Somerset County Come lend us your Talents, your Time, and your Enthusiasm! Wagner Farm Arboretum runs on the energy of volunteers. Throughout the year, we have the need for Volunteers like you to help with our Events or activities. Please consider lending a hand for a few hours, or on an on-going basis. For general questions about volunteering throughout the year at the Wagner Farm Arboretum, please contact the Office at 908 350-7383 or email us at [email protected] Website: http://www.wfafnj.org/volunteers/

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4-H Youth Development, Somerset County Address: 310 Milltown Road Bridgewater Phone: (908) 526-6644 Areas Served: Somerset County We are one of the many programs offered by Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County, NJ. The 4-H program uses a learn-by-doing approach to enable youth in grades K-13 to develop the knowledge, attitudes & skills they need to become competent, caring & contributing citizens in our community & of the world. 4-H members can expect to participate in engaging, hands-on activities such as: robotics, food & nutrition, public speaking, leadership, arts, agriculture, engineering, science, community service, and so much more. Website: http://somerset.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/

Arc of Somerset County Address: 141 South Main Street Manville, NJ 08835 Phone: (908) 725-8544 Areas Served: Somerset County The Arc of Somerset County serves individuals with developmental disabilities and their families from birth through the senior years of life through our many programs and services in Somerset County. Today, we serve over 1,400 children, adults, and their families in 33 locations including 27 group homes and apartments, four employment centers, the Jerry Davis Center for Children and Families, The Achievement Center at Raritan Valley Community College and Camp Jotoni. Website: http://www.thearcofsomerset.org/index.html

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NJ Address: 333 Route 46 West Suite 105 Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 Phone: (973) 335-3044 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Each time Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs a child with a role model, we start something incredible: a 1-to-1 relationship built on trust and friendship that can blossom into a future of unlimited potential. And thanks to the first-ever nationwide impact study of a mentoring organization, we have the facts to prove it. Website: http://www.northjerseybigs.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 76 The Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Address: 315 West Washington Avenue Suite 3 Washington Phone: (908) 223-1191 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties When a child has emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges, the family of that child is also affected. Success begins with involving parents and caregivers as full partners in their child’s care. To assist families in this process we provide peer to peer support, support groups, educational presentations, and advocacy. Website: https://fso-hsw.org/programs/

Hop, Skip & a Jump Address: Green Knoll Fire House 587 Foothill Road Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 658-5931 Areas Served: Somerset County A play program for children with special needs where kids can do what they do best...HAVE FUN! We help kids strengthen social and motor skills in a safe and accepting environment, offering small group and larger integrated classes with skilled instructors. Website: http://www.hopskipandjumpintofun.com/

Middle Earth Address: 520 North Bridge Street Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Phone: (908) 725-7223 Areas Served: Somerset County During afterschool hours, Middle Earth offers teens constructive activities to occupy their free time, teaches life skills, and offers guidance, becoming a support system for youth who would otherwise not have one, in the hopes of intervening prior to troubled behavior and teaching them the skills needed to become responsible adults. Middle Earth becomes a "home away from home" for many kids, a place to go instead of "hanging out" on the street. Teens who are unsupervised during afterschool hours are 37% more likely to become teen parents and 49% more likely to use drugs. In addition, juvenile crime triples during afterschool hours. By engaging youth in fun activities during these times, we help them avoid these risky behaviors. Website: http://www.middleearthnj.org/services/life-skills-support-recreation

Pioneer Family Success Center Address: 50 Division Street Suite 302 Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 722-4400 Areas Served: Somerset County A community gathering place that connects families to helpful resources in Somerset County, NJ and brings families together through free events & local activities. Website: https://www.pioneerfsc.com/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 77 Raritan Valley YMCA Address: 144 Tices Lane East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Phone: (732) 257-4114 Areas Served: Somerset and Middlesex Counties At the YMCA, we are for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick facility has a state-of-the-art fitness center, offering membership and wellness programs including personal training and group exercise classes. A state-licensed child care facility, we provide child care and youth programs in the great tradition of the YMCA, including: preschool, after school care and school age child care, infant and toddler day care, summer camp, day camp, swim lessons, swim team, youth sports, and more. Outdoor facilities include a picnic grove, playgrounds, field space, day camp site, and outdoor teaching pool. Website: https://raritanvalleyymca.org/

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North West Jersey Soccer Association Address: Warren County Locations vary by program Areas Served: Warren County Recreational soccer is primarily devoted to the enjoyment and development of soccer players without the emphasis on travel or high-level competition. The purpose of recreational soccer is to provide an opportunity for the participants to have fun, learn the sport and develop life skills including a lifelong love of the game. Website: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=nwjsa

Special Olympics New Jersey – Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties Address: 201 Tulsa Trail Hopatcong, NJ 07843 Phone: (973) 398-6150 Areas Served: Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties The following sports are available in Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties during different times of year: Equestrian, Golf, Alpine Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Speed Skating, Basketball, Bowling, Bocce, Softball, Swimming, Track & Field (Athletics). Follow the link below to learn more about how to participate in your local area. Website: https://www.sonj.org/find-local-program/morris-sussex-warren-counties/

Warren County Baseball Association Address: 4 Spring Hill Lane Great Meadows, NJ 07838 Areas Served: Warren County The Warren County Baseball Association offers baseball leagues for grades pre-school to 8th grade. Leagues/divisions include T-ball, Rookie, Minors, Majors and Babe Ruth. Website: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=wcnjbaseball

Warren County Basketball League Address: Locations vary by league Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County Home of the Warren County Basketball League, Warren County, New Jersey. League hosts teams from Belvidere, Blairstown, Harmony, Hope, Knowlton, and White. Featuring teams at Freshman (3rd and 4th grades), Junior Varsity (5th and 6th grades), and Varsity (7th and 8th grades). Website: http://www.warrencountybasketball.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 79 Warren County Girls' Softball Association Address: Locations vary by league Phone: (908) 268 7204 Areas Served: Warren County The WCGSA is an association of town fastpitch softball programs that was started about 40 years ago by a few women in White and Belvidere. They were interested in a recreational program just for girls. The basic tenets and rules created by them have withstood the challenges of time with little change. We have sixteen towns participating: Allamuchy, Belvidere, Blairstown, Franklin, Frelinghuysen, Hackettstown, Harmony, Hope, Independence, Knowlton, Liberty, Mansfield, Oxford, Washington Township, Washington Borough, and White. The players range in age from Kindergarten to 9th grade. There are no tryouts. Everyone who signs up will play. Even if a town hasn’t signed up enough girls to make a team, the girls who have signed up will have the opportunity to play for a nearby town. Website: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=wcgsa

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 80 Outdoor The county park systems offer a diverse array of programming throughout the year. Activities such as nature learning experiences, arts and crafts, volunteer projects and more are available. Seasonal program guides are available electronically or in hard copy. For more information or to request a program guide, visit Warren Parks at: https://warrenparks.com/calendar/.

Allamuchy Mountain State Park Address: 800 Willow Grove Street Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Phone: (908) 852-3790 Areas Served: State-Wide The mature mixed oak and hardwood forests and numerous maintained old fields of this natural area display various stages of succession. The Musconetcong River, with some of the best trout fishing in the state, winds through Allamuchy Mountain State Park. Several miles of trails crisscross through the forests and marshlands of the park. Website: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/allamuch.html

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Address: Kittatiny Point Visitors Center Columbia, NJ 07832 Phone: (908) 496-4458 Areas Served: State-Wide Your Park to Explore… 40 miles of the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River; 67,000 acres of forested mountains, riverine valleys, and fertile floodplains; Tumbling waters, rhododendron ravines, and hemlock forests; The spectacular Delaware Water Gap; More than 100 miles of hiking trails along streams, ridges, and mountaintops; Bountiful wildlife in habitats ranging from river to ridge top; 27 miles of the Appalachian Trail; More than 100 miles of scenic roadways; Historic villages, structures, and landscapes from the valley's colonial past; Agricultural fields that have been farmed for more than a thousand years. Website: https://www.nps.gov/dewa/index.htm

Jenny Jump State Forest Address: 330 State Park Road Great Meadows, NJ 07838 Phone: (908) 459-4366 Areas Served: State-Wide Jenny Jump State Forest is located in Warren County along the stunning rolling terrain of Jenny Jump Mountain Range. Panoramic vistas of the Highlands and the Kittatinny Mountains and Valley to the west, and scenic views of the Great Meadows in the east dramatically greet the visitor who climbs the narrow path leading to the top of Jenny Jump Mountain. Rocky outcroppings and boulders line the trail - evidence that great glaciers once covered what is now known as Jenny Jump State Forest. Website: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/jennyjump.html

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 81 Lakota Wolf Preserve Address: 89 Mount Pleasant Road Columbia, NJ 07832 Phone: (908) 496-9244 Areas Served: State-Wide Learn all there is to know about this endangered species. We offer guided educational wolf tours of the preserve called a Wolf Watch. Once again, the howling of wolves echoes through the mountains of the Delaware Water Gap in Knowlton Township, Warren County, NJ. Photo opportunities of a lifetime and the experience of watching and listening to packs of British Columbian, Timber, and Arctic wolves will be yours. View wolves here in the East in a natural surrounding for the first time in over a century. Bobcats and foxes also reside at the preserve. Website: http://www.lakotawolf.com/

Merrill Creek Reservoir Address: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 454-1213 Areas Served: State-Wide Welcome to the Merrill Creek Environmental Preserve. This area has been designed and managed specifically for low impact recreational uses. Hiking, cross-country skiing, photography, wildlife observation, boating, fishing, hawk, and nature study are all encouraged. The 290-acre preserve features a variety of habitats including woodlands, fields, evergreen plantations, and wetlands. Website: http://merrillcreek.com/

Mohican Outdoor Center Address: 50 Camp Road Blairstown, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-5670 Areas Served: State-Wide Located on a beautiful glacial lake in the 70,000-acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, AMC's Mohican Outdoor Center is an ideal retreat from the world's cares. Stroll to nearby wetlands to spot the local wildlife, or hike the Appalachian Trail to magnificent views of the water gap. Or just splash or paddle in Catfish Pond and unwind. Website: http://www.outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican/

Paulinskill Valley Trail Address: Sussex and Warren Counties Areas Served: State-Wide 27-mile trail from Knowlton, NJ to Lafayette, NJ. Visit our website for trail maps. Website: http://www.traillink.com/trail/paulinskill-valley-trail.aspx

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 82 Pequest Trout Hatchery Address: 605 Pequest Road Oxford, NJ 07863 Phone: 908-637-4173 Areas Served: State-Wide Visitors to the site use the area to learn about trout and how they are raised, as well as to use the 5,100 acres of state WMA land that surrounds the hatchery for recreational opportunities such as hiking, hunting and bird watching, while great fishing opportunities abound in the nearby Pequest River. Website: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/pequest.htm

Phillipsburg Recreation and Parks Department Address: 108 Anderson Street Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-5003 Areas Served: Phillipsburg Township Located on the Delaware River, in a beautiful setting of rolling hills, woodlands, and flowing waters, Phillipsburg, New Jersey offers the best of all worlds. Here, you can escape from crowded, impersonal developments, and find the joys of living in a close-knit community of families and friends, as you enjoy all the advantages of urban living as well as rural atmosphere – from a quaint downtown waterfront shopping district, to a choice of nearby airports. Website: http://www.phillipsburgnj.org/our-town/departments/recreation-dept/

Stephens State Park Address: 800 Willow Grove Street Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Phone: (908) 852-3790 Areas Served: State-Wide The Musconetcong River, an excellent freshwater fishing spot, flows over and around boulders through Stephens State Park. An easy walking, but rocky path follows the river with places for picnicking in shaded areas. Less than one mile east along Waterloo Road at Saxton Falls are the remains of one of the Morris Canal’s twenty-three locks and a section of the old canal’s towpath. The original canal was 90 miles in length, stretching from Newark to Phillipsburg, and was used to ship coal and iron across the state. However, the canal could not compete with the development of the Morris and Essex Railroad in the late 1800s, and the canal was eventually abandoned. Website: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/stephens.html

Washington Borough Parks & Recreation Address: Varies by park and program Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 689-3600 x136 Areas Served: Washington Township The Washington Borough Recreation Department provides a variety of activities, special events, and athletics for a wide-range of ages. The Recreation Department maintains all of the many Borough parks, playgrounds and athletic fields. Borough facilities include a recently renovated pool and a children's pool as well as a little league baseball and softball fields, Snack Bar, picnic areas and playgrounds. Lighted facilities include our main baseball field and an enclosed basketball court with 6 nets. Vara Field features a soccer field and an adjacent little league baseball field. Website: http://www.washingtonboro-nj.gov/recreation/index.html

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The Artsy Palette Address: 404 Route 57 Lopatcong Township, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 343-6469 Areas Served: Warren County We cater to kids and adults of all ages, giving them a great personalized experience through art. Learning art history, how to paint, draw, fashion design, create pottery and mosaics are our specialties. You’ll be able to work with mediums such as watercolors, acrylic, pastels, charcoals etc. We create masterpieces. The Artsy Palette brings out the artist in you. Customers are often surprised to see how easy our instructional program is. They truly create one of a kind pieces of art fit to hang in the most famous museums in the world. Website: http://www.theartsypalette.com/index.html

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Warren Hills School Based Youth Services Program Address: Warren Hills Regional High School 41 Jackson Valley Road Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 689-3050 x3646 Areas Served: Warren County The goal of the School Based Youth Services Program at Warren Hills Regional School District is for all students, regardless of academic level or background, to get the most out of the school experience. This includes therapeutic, social and recreational opportunities for youth to build on their strengths to reach success. Website: http://www.schoolbasedwarrenhills.org/

County Libraries The Warren County Library celebrates creativity, inspiration, and community in north-western New Jersey. Explore new ideas with us, expand your knowledge, and gain access to technology. We are your idea store, entertainment center, quiet corner, and communication portal. Adults, check out our movies, music CDs, video games, magazines, and more. Register for library programs ranging from lectures and concerts to various crafts, or brush up on your computer skills. Teens, this is the place to go for fandom parties, maker projects, cool crafts, studying and discovery. Kids can enjoy programs from live animal shows to story time and crafts and the best summer reading program around, the Warren County Library is a source of creativity, education, and imagination for kids. There’s something for everyone at the Warren County Library!

Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch Address: 4 Lambert Road Blairstown, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-8335 Areas Served: Blairstown Website: http://www.warrenlib.org/

Franklin Branch Address: 1502 Route 57 Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 689-7922 Areas Served: Washington Township Website: http://www.warrenlib.org/

Northeast Branch Address: 40 US Hwy. 46 West Independence Township, NJ 07840 Phone: (908) 813-3858 Areas Served: Independence Township Website: http://www.warrenlib.org/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 85 Warren County Library Address: 2 Shotwell Drive Belvidere, NJ 07823 Areas Served: Warren County The Warren County Library celebrates creativity, inspiration, and community in north-western New Jersey. Explore new ideas with us, expand your knowledge, and gain access to technology. We are your idea store, entertainment center, quiet corner, and communication portal. Website: http://warrenlib.org/

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NJ Address: Mountain Lakes 333 Route 46 West Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: (973) 335-3044 Areas Served: Hunterdon County Volunteering is fun. Big time. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do. Play sports together. Go on a hike. Read books. Eat a pizza with extra anchovies. Or just give some advice and inspiration. Whatever it is you enjoy, odds are you’ll enjoy them even more with your Little—and you’ll be making a life-changing impact. Volunteers must meet the following criteria to be matched with a child in our Community-Based Mentoring program: • Be at least 18 years old, High School students cannot serve as community-based mentors. • Pay a one-time application fee of $20. Website: http://www.northjerseybigs.org/volunteer

The Arc of Warren County Address: 319 West Washington Avenue PO Box 389 Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 689-7525 Areas Served: Warren County Many corporate groups and local community groups volunteer their resources and time to help keep Camp Warren beautiful. These volunteer opportunities are usually scheduled into a cooperative work day with Recreation Services. Please contact Recreation Services for more information on age eligibility and scheduling your own camp clean-up day. Website: http://www.arcwarren.org/camp-warren/

Common Sense for Animals Address: 2420 Route 57 New Village, NJ 08808 Phone: (908) 859-3060 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County We appreciate any willingness to help our efforts at CSA. We can use your help regardless of your schedule, age, or skill set, experience, energy level, etc. Volunteers 16 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult when working in the shelter. Just a few of the many ways to help out for CSA: Animal Care, Off site adoptions, Mailings/Marketing Distribution, Yard Maintenance, Mini Fundraising Events, Large Fundraising Events, Office/Desk work - Answering Phones, Community Outreach, Data Entry, Online Store, Transport for Southern rescues, Team efforts and more! Website: http://csa-adoptions.org/help-csa/volunteering

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 87 Communities Altering the Strays Address: P.O. Box 344 Belvidere, NJ 07823. Phone: (908) 453-4783 Areas Served: Warren County Currently we are only looking for volunteers that are available in the local area of Belvidere, NJ and other nearby communities. If you have any trouble completing the form online, please print it out and fax it to us at 908-453- 4783 or mail it to us at Communities Altering The Strays, P.O. Box 344, Belvidere, NJ 07823. Website: http://www.catsincorporated.org/about-us/volunteering/

Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault Crisis Center of Warren County Address: 29B Broad Street Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 453-4121 Areas Served: Warren County Volunteers are utilized throughout the agency for a variety of projects and services. Opportunities are typically split by direct-client and non-direct client services. Direct client services require attending our 60 hour victim counselor training. Non-direct client services (Wardrobe of Hope, Gardening, Fundraising and Event Planning, Community Tabling Events, General Office Support) require minimal training. For more information about all of the volunteer opportunities, please contact Hailey Fritzsch at [email protected] or 908-453-4121 x310. Website: https://www.dasacc.org/volunteer

Family Promise of Warren County Address: 65A Washington Ave. Oxford, NJ 07863 Phone: (908) 453-2194 Areas Served: Warren County Volunteers are needed to assist in preparing meals, hosting evenings, providing family activities, helping with homework, telling bed-time stories, feeding infants and more. Website: http://www.wcfamilypromise.org/home/volunteer

Friends of Phillipsburg Free Public Library Address: 200 Broubalow Way Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-3712 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County Library volunteers play an important role as partners in the Library’s mission of connecting people to the world of ideas and information. We welcome volunteers who are eager to make a real difference in their community! To learn more about volunteering with the Friends of PFPL, contact us at [email protected] or come to one of our monthly meetings held every 2nd Thursday of the month @ 7:00PM in the library. Website: https://fpfpl.org/volunteer/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 88 Happiness is Camping Address: 62 Sunset Lake Rd. Hardwick Township, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-6733 Areas Served: Warren County Donating isn’t the only way you can help Happiness Is Camping. Volunteering your time is also a great way to help us! For more information on volunteering, please contact our Director, Rich Campbell, by email: [email protected] or by phone: (908) 362-6733. Website: https://www.happinessiscamping.org/volunteer/

Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Address: 150-A West High Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Phone: (908) 725-7799 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Jewish Family Service has an ongoing need for volunteers in various programs and activities. These include our Family Mentor Program, our Senior Mentor Program, our Good Deeds Corps, and other opportunities. • Youth who would like to participate in leading Shabbat Services are always welcome, as well as adult volunteers of any age • Taking pictures at agency events and programs Opportunities for teens: • Assist with programming for children with special needs • Teen mentoring program to promote socialization • Families and teens Group Harvest day: harvest vegetables for a local food bank Website: https://jewishfamilysvc.org/volunteer.php

Mylestone Equine Rescue Address: 227 Still Valley Rd. Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 995-9300 Areas Served: Warren County Volunteers are always needed in several areas of the operation, but one of the most critical requirements is commitment! If you want to help the horses, we need a commitment to a regular schedule, even if that's only once a week - you ARE important and we really do count on you, especially in day to day care of the horses. If you can assist in the following ways, please let us know! Opportunities: mucking stalls and picking fields (not glamorous, but necessary), feeding at the different meals throughout the day, fundraising for donations and sponsors, helping get our newsletter mailings out on a quarterly basis, organizing, supervising and baking for bake sales, volunteering to solicit donations for upcoming silent auctions and for sales on Ebay, and volunteering at different events off the farm for fundraising. Website: http://www.mylestone.org/waystohelp.asp?page=2

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 89 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Warren County Address: PO Box 322 Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 619-9619 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County NAMI New Jersey welcomes volunteers! Over the years, we have benefited from the skills and talents of volunteers who have helped with program design, outreach, publications, website design, administrative work and a host of other tasks. Volunteers also leave with a new-found appreciation of NAMI NJ programs of support, education and advocacy. College students and recent graduates have served as interns, working with our major programs such as NAMIWalks. High school students have helped with administrative tasks, outreach and special events, and have received community service hours for their contributions. Those who would like to volunteer are invited to submit an email with resume. The email should identify their interest in volunteering with NAMI NJ. Website: http://www.naminj.org/get-involved/volunteer/

NORWESCAP Address: 350 Marshall Street Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-1078 Areas Served: Warren County Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community. We currently have many opportunities available. • Trustees • Pathways to Prosperity • Food Bank • Homeless Assistant • RSVP • Family Success Center Age requirements vary by opportunity. Contact our office or visit our website for details. Website: http://www.norwescap.org/how_to_get_involved.php

Pet Adoption League Address: P.O. Box 206 Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Phone: (973) 584-0095 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County There are lots different things a volunteer for Pet Adoption League, Inc. can do to help. Most of the activities don't even involve handling the animals we care for. Please Note Due to insurance regulations volunteers under the age of 18 are not allowed to work with the animals. They may, however, assist with bake sales and other fundraises. Website: http://palpets.org/FORMS/volunteerOnLine.asp

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 90 Warren County Habitat for Humanity Address: 31 Belvidere Avenue Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 835-1300 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County The construction team gathers at an active job site on Thursdays and Saturdays of the build season. All interested parties aged 16 or older are encouraged to learn more about the preparations and tasks required to safely and competently build homes for Habitat partner families. Website: https://www.warrenhabitat.org/get-involved/volunteer-to-build/

Warren County Habitat for Humanity ReStore Address: 384 Route 57 West Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 835-1980 Areas Served: Warren County All forms of retail store activities are performed, including loading and unloading, merchandise refurbishment and staging, cashier, floor rep, and maintenance/janitorial. Volunteers require no special skills and may fit their hours to their own schedule. Walk-ins are welcome! Website: https://www.warrenhabitat.org/get-involved/restore-positions/

Warren County Parks Foundation Address: 500 Mt. Pisgah Ave. P.O. Box 179 Oxford, NJ 07863 Phone: (908) 453-3252 Areas Served: Warren County The Warren County VIP Program is a great way to learn more about nature and local history, spend time with family and friends, provide a community service, meet new people, and have fun in the county’s parks. We are always looking for volunteers who enjoy: working outdoors, clearing trails, planting trees and shrubs, talking to visitors, and helping with nature walks, educational programs and events. Website: https://warrenparks.com/get-involved/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 91 YMCA Camp Mason Address: 23 Birch Ridge Road Hardwick, NJ 07825 Phone: (908) 362-8217 Email: [email protected] Areas Served: Warren County Come help us make Camp Mason look its’ best for the thousands who visit us each and every year! These weekend events are free of charge… all we ask in exchange for rustic cabin accommodations, delicious camp meals, and the beauty of fall and spring in the Delaware Water Gap is a few hours of labor to keep the camp looking good. Why not lend a hand? Work projects are available for all skill levels; project times are Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon, and Sunday morning. In-between there will be camp fires, food, and fellowship – and activities, too, like the climbing wall, boating, and canoeing. Childcare is available during work project times, so bring the whole tribe! Service projects are available to groups who book a conference or retreat at our camp. Generally, we ask that the kids in the group be in 5th grade and above. If you would like to book a group of people to come and participate in a service project, please contact Sally. Website: https://campmason.org/year-round/volunteer-work-weekend/

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4-H Youth Development, Warren County Address: 165 Route 519 South Belvidere, NJ 07823 Phone: (908) 475-6502 Areas Served: Warren County 4-H is for youth in grades K-13th (one year out of high school). Youth join clubs led by volunteer leaders who teach them about different 'project areas' that they are interested in. Projects can be just about anything! Some kids learn about horses or other animals, agriculture, plants, some about leadership. Families can even raise a puppy to help blind people! Clubs usually meet once a month for about 1-2 hours, depending on what project they are working on. Website: http://warren4-h.org/volunteer

Arc of Warren County Address: 319 West Washington Avenue Washington, NJ 07882 Phone: (908) 689-7525 Areas Served: Warren County The Arc of Warren County today serves more than 1,100 people annually, including persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members. County-wide programs include community living arrangements (residential), family support, advocacy, recreation, summer camp, Special Olympics training, early intervention, and a wide variety of social services. Website: http://www.arcwarren.org/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NJ Address: 333 Route 46 West Suite 105 Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 Phone: (973) 335-3044 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties Each time Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs a child with a role model, we start something incredible: a 1-to-1 relationship built on trust and friendship that can blossom into a future of unlimited potential. And thanks to the first-ever nationwide impact study of a mentoring organization, we have the facts to prove it. Website: http://www.northjerseybigs.org/

The Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Address: 315 West Washington Avenue Suite 3 Washington Phone: (908) 223-1191 Areas Served: Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties When a child has emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges, the family of that child is also affected. Success begins with involving parents and caregivers as full partners in their child’s care. To assist families in this process we provide peer to peer support, support groups, educational presentations, and advocacy. Website: https://fso-hsw.org/programs/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 93 Firth Youth Center Address: 108 Anderson Street Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-7281 Areas Served: Warren County The purpose of this organization shall be to meet the human needs for the worthy use of leisure time in Phillipsburg and its vicinity through recreation and education. Website: https://www.firthyouthcenter.com/

Traditions Family Success Center Address: 712 South Main St. Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Phone: (908) 454-3400 x3088 Areas Served: Warren County Family Success Centers are community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering places where any community resident can go for family support, information, and services. Family Success Centers aim to enrich the lives of children and adults by making families and neighborhoods stronger by helping and empowering all families to succeed. Website: https://www.norwescap.org/help_program_details.php?ID=12

Warren County Wanderings/Explore Warren Address: Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building 165 County Route 519 South Belvidere, NJ 07823 Phone: (800) 554-8540 / (908) 475-6580 Areas Served: Warren County Explore Warren offers a variety of information on happenings throughout Warren County. Information includes ideas on where to stay, where to eat, where to shop, what to do and news. Warren County Wanderings is Explore Warren’s Bi-Weekly Newsletter offering information on upcoming events such as family fun activities, volunteer opportunities, discounted rates on activities and more. Visit the link for more information and to sign up for Warren County Wanderings. Website: http://www.gv-ymca.org/branches/easton/

YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg, and Vicinity Address: 1225 West Lafayette Street Easton, PA 18042 Phone: (610) 258-6158 Areas Served: Warren County The YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg, and Vicinity will help you lead a healthier life – by building relationships, providing a way for you to be part of your community, helping you to help others and, of course, getting a great workout through our programs and fitness equipment. Achieving and maintaining wellness is task that’s never finished. That’s why a healthy lifestyle is so important. We’re here to help you regardless of your starting point with a variety of classes and supports to keep you healthy in spirit, mind and body! Website: http://www.gv-ymca.org/branches/easton/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 94 Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren County Recreation Committees, Commissions and Departments

The table below provides each counties current recreation committee, commission and or department. Contact information and websites are provided for easy access. The counties in order: Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren.

Hunterdon County Division of Parks and parks@co http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/

Recreation .hunterdo parks/Camps.html n.nj.us Liz Braidwood Fulmer, lfulmer@ Recreation Program co.hunter Coordinator don.nj.us Alexandria Mark Yaros/Andrew 908-238-0876 https://www.alexandrianj.gov/index.as Neihbur p?SEC=DD15A25F-3114-4F3E-AF2F-

2CAAA434BA58&Type=B_BASIC Bethlehem 908-735- clerk@be https://bethlehemnj.org/recreation-

Township 4107 thlehemn committee/ j.org Borough of Chris Smith 908- Bloomsbury 479- 4200 Califon none, refer to Hunterdon Borough County Clinton Tom Silvia, Clinton http://www.clintontwpnj.com/index.as

Township Township Recreation px?page=52 Director Delaware RECREATION 908-788- http://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/mun/d

Township COMMISSION 0194 elaware.htm CHAIRPERSON Brian Sulewski East Amwell Recreation Committee https://www.eastamwelltownship.com

Township /165/Parks-Recreation-Committee-PRC Flemington Raritan Township https://www.raritan- Recreation Department township.com/?SEC=34B03A07-7A4E-

4207-966C-7D8772A0B781 Franklin Hunterdon County Parks Township and Recreation direction Frenchtown Parks, Recreation & Open https://frenchtownboro.com/parks-

Space recreation-open-space/

Glen Gardner Parks and Rec page is (908) http://www.glengardner.org/parks-rec/ under construction but 537- provided contact/May use 4748 Hunterdon County Parks Hampton Waiting for direction High Bridge Recreation Committee https://highbridge.org/committees-

Stephen Strange Council projects/recreation-committee/

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 95 Liaison/sstrange@highbrid ge.org Holland Recreation Committee and http://www.hollandtownshipnj.gov/bds

Township community center -committees/parks-recreation Deborah Hirst – Chairman Kingwood Recreation Committee 908-996- https://www.kingwoodtownship.com/r

Township posts calendar with events 4276 ecreation and links Lambertville Recreation commission jgloistein https://lambertvillenj.org/boards/recre

John Gloistein/Sec, Megan @gmail.c ation-commission Ruf/Chairperson om Lebanon recreation commission 908-236- clerk@leb Borough 2425 anonboro .com Lebanon recreation commission recreatio http://www.lebanontownship.net/gove

Township n@lebtw rnment/commissions/recreation.aspx p.net Milford No parks or recreation listed Raritan John Gorman, (908)892 flemingto https://www.raritan- Township Chairperson -4649 nparks@g township.com/index.asp?SEC=34B03A0 mail.com 7-7A4E-4207-966C-

7D8772A0B781&Type=B_BASIC Readington Gabrielle Bolarakis 908- Township 534- 9752 Stockton No parks or recreation listed Tewksbury Parks Committee https://www.tewksburytwp.net/govern Township ment/boards_committees_and_commi

ssions/parks_committee/index.php Town of Tom Silvia, Clinton (908) tsilvia@cl http://www.clintontwpnj.com/index.as

Clinton Township Recreation 735- intontwp px?page=52 Director 5999 nj.com ext. 1

Union Corey McCormack, coreymac https://utrecreation.com/ Township Chairman of Committee k17@gm ail.com West Amwell Committee contacts listed http://www.westamwelltwp.org/conte

Township nt/128/235/default.aspx

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Recreation parks.org

Bedminster Robin Ray in the (908) 212-7000, Ext. [email protected] http://bedminsternj.hosted. Recreation 404 civiclive.com/township_servi

Department ces/recreation_department Bernards Jennifer Gander, 908-204-3003 [email protected] http://www.bernards.org/de

Twp. Director rg partments_services/parks_r

ecreation/default.aspx Borough of Recreation Bernardsville Committee Bound Brook Doreen Todaro, 732-893-8117 DTodaro@boundbro https://boundbrook-

Director ok-nj.org nj.org/recreation/ Branchburg John Voli , 908-526-1300 x 188 recdept@branchbur http://branchburg.nj.us/dep

director/Progra g.nj.us artments/recreation/index.p

m Coordinator: hp Bill Caldarola

Bridgewater Rachel 908.725.6373 parks@bridgewater https://brd.leagueapps.com/

Barrett/Superint nj.gov endent Far Hills directed to http://www.bernard Bernardsville svilleboro.org/Depar

tments/Recreation/ Franklin Alice Osipowitz, (732) 873.2500 ext. [email protected] https://www.franklintwpnj.o

Director 6266 nklin.nj.us rg/government/departments

/recreation-and-parks

Green Brook Recreation (732) 968-1023 x rec@greenbrooktw http://greenbrookrec.org/

Committee 6507 p.org Hillsborough Bob 908-369-4832 recreation@hillsbor https://www.leaguelineup.c

Wagner/Director ough-nj.org om/welcome.asp?url=hillsbo

of Parks and roughnjrecreation Recreation Manville Ron 908-725-9478 ext rcefalone@manville https://www.manvillenj.org/

Cefalone/Recrea 121 nj.org 308/Recreation tion Director Millstone Recreation 732-917-2954 recreation@millston http://www.millstonerec.org

Commission/An enj.gov / drew DeFelice Montgomery Karen 609-466-3023 [email protected] https://recreation.montgom

Zimmerman ntgomery.nj.us ery.nj.us/ Recreation Director

North 908-756-9247 [email protected] https://www.np-

Plainfield recreation.com/ Peapack- Dan 908-234-2250 ext. ddolan@peapackgla http://www.peapackgladsto

Gladstone Dolan/Recreatio 152 dstone.org ne.org/content/172/ n Coordinator Raritan Team Sports 908-800-3065 asibilia@raritan- https://www.raritanboro.org

Committee nj.org /departments/recreation/ Coordinator/And rew Sibilia Rocky Hill Montgomery http://www.rockyhill- recreation nj.gov/boards- participation committees/recreation-

committee Somerville Kathy Gerndt, (908) 704-6985 kgerndt@somerville http://www.somervillenj.org

Recreation nj.org /recreation#gsc.tab=0 Director

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 97 South Bound Donna Piazzolla, 848-202-5134 recreationsbb@sout https://sbbnj.com/departme

Brook Sports Director hboundbrook.com nts/sports-recreation/ Warren Joe Passaro (908) 753-8000 Ex jpassaro@warrennj. https://warrennj.org/recreat

270 org ion/ Watchung Linda Monetti, (908) 756-0080 x 210 lmonetti@watchung https://watchungnj.gov/rec_

Coordinator/Rec nj.gov programs.html ording Secretary

Warren Recreation Phone Email Website County Department Number

https://warrenparks.com/

Allamuchy Township 908-852- http://allamuchynj.org/parks Township Clerk's Office 5132 Alpha Borough Blairstown Patricia M. 908-362- mailto:recreation@ Township Sagan, 6663 Ext blairstowntwp-

Director 232 nj.com Franklin Community 908-689- mailto:ftccc@frankli

Township Center 3994 x12 ntwpwarren.org Coordinator Eddy Patient Frelinghuysen Recreation mailto:recreation@f Township Committee relinghuysen- Todd nj.us?subject=Websi

McPeek- te%20information Chairman, Amy Winfield Greenwich Recreation http://www.greenw Township Commission ichtownship.org/ab

out-us/ Hackettstown Joseph (908) https://www.hacket Yapaola, 852-4095 tstown.net/user/32/

Director contact Hardwick Township Harmony Harmony (908) HTAA@HarmonySp https://sites.google.com/a/harmonysport

Township Athletic 319-4685 orts.org s.org/harmony-township-athletic-

Association/Li association/ nda Tipton Secretary Hope Township 908-459- http://www.hopeto Township Committee 5040 wnship.com/index.p

Liaison – C. hp John Kruk Independence Mike Palko, 908-246- indrecsports@indep https://independencenj.recdesk.com/Com Township Recreation 1348 endencenj.com munity/Page?pageId=8491 Administrator

Knowlton Krissy Kise – [email protected] http://www.knowlton-

Township President - nj.com/athletic.htm

Recreation and Social Programs Directory April 2021 | Page 98 Liberty Liberty 908.637.4 libertyrec17@gmail. www.libertytownship.org/municipal/recre

Township Township 579, x20 com ation/index.htm Recreation Commission Lopatcong M. Beth (908) lopatrecreation@g http://www.lopatcongtwp.com/recreation

Township Dilts,Clerk 859-3355 mail.com / Adminstrator Ext. 223 /Recreation Committee Mansfield Recreation http://mansfieldtownship-

Township Committee nj.gov/index.php/recreation/sports

Oxford Oxford Youth http://www.oyanj.org/ Township Association Pohatcong Recreation 908-859- bmerrick4@verizon. https://sports.bluesombrero.com/Default. Township Association/B 1604 net aspx?alias=sports.bluesombrero.com/poh

ill Merrick 908-319- atcongrecassoc President 4399 Town of contact 908-475- http://www.belviderenj.net/recreation.ph

Belvidere Muncipal 5331 p Clerk Town of DJ Kophazy, 908-454- recreation@phillips http://www.phillipsburgnj.org/our-

Phillipsburg Recreational 5500 ext. burgnj.org town/departments/recreation-dept/ Advisory 390 Committee Washington Recreation 908-689- recsecretary@washi http://www.washingtonboro-

Borough Commission/ 3600 ngtonboro-nj.org nj.gov/recreation/?fbclid=IwAR3H_aF37V Susan Turner x136 MD9yJuKvWcSZrhc3p-

- Recreation TfhDwOL0o_WoNb2zCeFTr_wQR94_uew Secretary Washington Recreation (908) http://www.washington-twp- Township Commission/ 689-7200 warren.org/about_washington/parks_and

Lloyd Tiger, _recreation/index.php Chairman

White White 908-296- [email protected] http://whitetwp-nj.com/ Township Township 9690 Athletic Association/B rian Kearns, President

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