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Hours of Operation:

Monday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED


430 Park Avenue
Town Hall, Room 113
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076


908-322-6700 x 223

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908-322-6545

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Volunteer Opportunities

The Recreation Department offers a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year.  Be sure to check back often!

 

2026 Spring/Summer Events

2026 SPRINGSUMMER website

 CLICK HERE to volunteer for an upcoming event

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Volunteer to Coach in Various Recreation Department Programs:

3 Steps to Apply as a Volunteer Coach

1. All volunteers are required to fill out an application

2. All volunteers are required to successfully pass a background check.  Once your application is reviewed, the Recreation Department will send you a link from Sterling Volunteers which will contain information regarding your required background check. (Paid for by Township)

3. All volunteers are required to have or be willing to obtain a Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. Clinic Certification.  If you already have this certification, you can upload it on the volunteer form or you can email it directly to Brad Davis: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. If you do not have this certificaton, follow the link below to sign up for a course.  Once you sign up for a course, please forward confirmation to Brad Davis: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (Paid for by Volunteer)

Certification Objectives:

  • helps coaches minimize the risk of injury to young athletes
  • provides information about fundamental coaching concepts which enhances volunteer coaches’ effectiveness
  • protects volunteer coaches from civil lawsuits

CLICK HERE To learn more about the Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. Clinic

CLICK HERE to sign up for a course

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Senior Services

Congregant Senior Nutrition Program (Senior Cafe)

  • Tuesdays
  • Shady Rest Country Club (820 Jerusalem Road)
  • Shift Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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