Recent Web Updates
Field Usage Form
Any teams or organizations who need to use a field outside of the days and times already scheduled by the
Recreation Commission for games must complete a Field Usage form and receive approval.  Anyone using fields
without prior approval will be asked to leave.  Click on the following link to access the
Field Usage Form.  Forms
should be submitted to either
Chris Tarver or Dennis Passe.

Code of Conduct
Effective immediately.
North Plainfield Recreation has passed an ordinance to implement and adhere to the following Codes of Conduct.  
Please click on the appropriate one to read the guidelines.  
All players, parents, and coaches will need to sign the necessary Code of Conduct.
(Violation of NJ State law P.L.2002, c.74. – Athletic Codes of Conduct could result in criminal penalties)
Player Code of Conduct
Parent Code of Conduct
Coach Code of Conduct
Recreation Information and Forms
NP REC Hotline:  (908) 756-0247, prompt 2
Recreation Director: Chris Tarver, (908) 756-0247, prompt 1
North Plainfield Parks & Recreation
Return to www.northplainfield.org
Did You Know?

North Plainfield Recreation participates
in the Somerset County Parks
Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Dept. which
is dedicated to providing year-round
activities and opportunities for people
with developmental disabilities.
Body Shop, Co-Motion, Out and
About, Holiday Baking, Teen Drop In
Children 7-12
Teens 13-17
Adults 18 and older
For program brochures & flyers, visit the

Therapeutic Recreation
website or
contact the TR office at 908 526-5650.
Field/Gym Closings/Changes

Don't Forget to Refresh Your Web Page (press F5)
Field and Gym Closings due to weather will also be posted
on Facebook AND on the hotline at 908 756 0247, prompt #2.
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Recreation
Calendar

Go to the Highlights page for
winners and special accolades for
the following events:

2011 Annual
Halloween Parade

Annual
Track & Field Meets Results

40th Annual Fishing Derby

2011 Recreation Scholarship
Recipients

Canuck Classic & Coaches Vs.
Cancer Basketball Invitational
Tournament

2010-2011 Season Wrestling

If you have photos from any Recreation
events, please email to
np_recreation@yahoo.com
Open Positions with the Parks & Recreation Commission
Commissioners are volunteer positions and appointed by the Mayor.  If you are interested in this position,
you must first go to Borough Hall and fill out a Talent Bank form indicating your interest.

If you are interested in being a Coach or Coordinator for any recreation program or activity, please send an
email to the Assistant Recreation Director at dpasse@npmail.org.  
Highlights
NORTH PLAINFIELD ADULT SPORTS
North Plainfield Recreation currently offers Adult Co-Ed Softball (Spring), Men's Softball (Summer) and Adult
Archery (Fall).  If you are interested in starting an adult league for an activity, please contact the
Larry LaRonde at
lltap@comcast.net
Go to the bottom of the
Sports page for more information on these activities.
Volunteer Coach Qualifications
1.  All coaches must successfully pass a Criminal Background Check
2.  All coaches must take the Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. course
3.  All coaches must be 18 years and older
DUE TO COMPLIANCE, ONLY PEOPLE WITH THESE QUALIFICATIONS CAN
BE PERMITTED ON THE FIELD

RUTGERS S.A.F.E.T.Y. Class
April 10, 2012  - Full
New dates will be available in the fall.
To Register:  Email CTarver@DunellenBorough.com
Upcoming Events
Special Information for Coaches and Coordinators
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North Plainfield Parks & Recreation want to thank all the Soccer, Archery,
Basketball, Wrestling, Tball, Softball & Baseball Coaches for all their hard work
and dedication.

All Coaches & Coordinators are invited to the Coaches Picnic on June 16th at
Stony Brook Field
Just Released - Extended Memorial Day Vacation Field Trips!
May 29th - The Franklin Institute
May 30th - The Bronx Zoo
$35/each trip - download
Memorial Field Trips flyer for more information
Limited number of seating. Registration is first come, first served.
Registration Dates:
NP Library May 15th, May 17th, May 22, May 24th 6:30-8:45 pm
Vermeule Community Center Blue Room: May 19th 10 am-12 pm
Download Memorial Day Trips Registration Form
Coaches Picnic & Awards Ceremony & Community Movie
June 16th
Stony Brook Field (across from Middle School)
View
2012 Picnic/Movie Flyer
Spring Ball
For more information like 2012 Rules & Schedules, go to Baseball page.
Pictures
All players are scheduled for pictures!
Sr. Boys/Girls and B League Pictures will be Thursday, May 24th @ Vermeule
In case of rain, pictures will be indoors in the Community Center
Download
Revised 2012 Spring Ball schedule.
Patriots Game
Kindergarten through 2nd Grade - Somerset Patriots Game scheduled for
Thursday, May 17th. Contact Recreation at (908) 756-0247, prompt 1
MLB NY Mets Game
MLB Trip to Citi Field, Friday, June 15th.  NY Mets vs Cincinnati Reds. Space is
limited. Reserve your tickets today by calling Recreation at (908) 756-0247,
prompt 1
SUMMER CAMPS

Full Day Outdoor Summer Camp
June 25 to August 10 at the Vermeule Playground
(Bonus Weeks Until August 24th Available)
Program Hours M-F 9am to 3pm
(After Care available for additional cost)

Rain or Shine Sports and Recreation Program
This is a 7-week program for ages 4 to 12 (Pre-K - 7th)
Cadette Program is for 13 year olds. New This Year!
CIT Program is for 14 & 15 year olds. Back by Popular Demand!

Download the
2012 All Day Camp Tri-fold for more information.
For more information, go to Camp page

Interested in Working as a Counselor or Club Instructor this Summer? Please
send an email of interest to askmissq@aol.com

Outdoor Summer Playgrounds Camp
June 25 to August 10 at the East End Playground
(This is a weather permitting outdoor camp.)
Program Hours M-F 9am to 1pm
Download
Summer Playgrounds flyer
2012 Track & Field Meet Results
View dates, locations and addresses for the next levels of Hershey Meets:
The Road to Hershey
Additional information can be found on the Hershey's Track and Field Games
website.






















Go to the
Track & Field page for a list of full results from the May 5th Track
Meet.
Coming Soon!  2012 Fishing Derby Results