Saturday, March 30, 2013
Pilate and zumba classes are being offered
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Saturday, March 30
The Lacey Township Recreation Department is currently taking registration for its spring fitness programs. These programs are scheduled throughout the spring season and include opportunities for all ages. Power Yoga-Pilates is a fusion based class combining athletic based yoga poses and the Joseph Pilates body slimming and core exercises. This class will take place at the Lacey Township Recreation Classroom on Tuesdays, April 2 through June 11 at 7 p.m. The fee for this program is $80.00 for the ten week session or $10 per class. Gentle Yoga is a 60 minute class consisting of all facets of fitness: breath work, flexibility training, strength, endurance, balance, and relaxation. Bring your own mat and water to practice. This class will…
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Pedometers will be given to the first 150 people who register
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Sunday, March 24
The Lacey Township Municipal Alliance along with the Recreation Department is hosting a Family Fun Walk on Saturday, April 20 at Gille Park. The event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Pavilion. The festivities will begin at 10 a.m. with family fitness. The morning will be packed with fun, refreshments, giveaways and information on promoting healthy living. Pedometers will be offered to the first 150 people who register for the event. You can register for this event by calling or stopping by the Recreation Office located at 818 Lacey Rd., directly behind the Police Station. If you have any questions, please contact the Lacey Township Recreation Department Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 609-693–1100, ext. 2203. In the event…
Friday, January 11, 2013
The Recreation Department is now taking registration for the winter session of Art with Joszie
A young boy said, “good work” to his friend after a painting was sold at an art show held at the Recreation Department’s office Thursday night. Four young artists displayed their artwork after participating in classes through the Recreation Department. The kids were under the guidance and instruction of professional artist Joszie, who works with oil, acrylic, charcoal, graphite, combinations and other mix medias. “I really like to draw, express my feelings,” John Fedlam, 9, said. “It’s just fun. It makes me happy.” Fedlam has been drawing since he was 3 years old and enjoys drawing trains. He wrote and illustrated his first book, The Fruit Flies, when he was just 6 years old. Joszie wanted the artists to have the full professional …
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Registration is being accepted at the office from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
The Lacey Township Recreation Department is now taking registration for its fall senior citizen day trips. Registration is being taken at the Recreation Office at 818 W. Lacey Rd. Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Senior residents will have the opportunity to visit the following popular residents: Thursday, Aug. 23 Seniors can enjoy a day of racing at the Monmouth Racetrack in Oceanport. Busses will depart from Gille Park at 2 p.m. The first race is at 4 p.m. Refreshments will be on your own while at the racetrack. The trip is $11 per person and includes admission to Monmouth Park, race program, pencil and transportation. Wednesday, Sept. 5 The Recreation Department will be traveling to PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel for …
Thursday, July 19, 2012
The Saturday, Aug. 25 event is fundraiser for the anti-substance abuse group
Every Tuesday at Gille Park on Manchester Avenue, now through the end of August, a contingent of around 20 Lacey Township residents is meeting to train for the Municipal Alliance 5K race. Led by local fitness enthusiast, Nick Giovanni, this is the second year the Township Recreation Department has offered the Train for Your First 5K course. "There's a nice array of running experience in that class," said Recreation Director James Wioland. "People can register in the recreation office." The $30 fee pays for the course and race registration. The 12th Annual 5K Race and One Mile Fun Run will take place Saturday, Aug. 25 at Gille Park. It is the Alliance's big fundraising event for the year. "We get grant money for our programs," said …
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Lacey beaches open Saturday, June 16
Lacey's beach season begins today and the township will celebrate with a Beach Bash today at Deerhead Lake Beach at noon. The bash will feature a castle competition, pirate treasure hunt, and the music of DNA, a Caribbean infused pop duo. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Lacey Township’s beaches may not border an ocean but there is beach access to a creek and lakes in which beach badges are now available for. Beach patrol will begin on Saturday, June 16 for Lacey's four beaches: Cedar Creek Beach on Forrest Avenue in Lanoka Harbor, Bamber Lake Beach in Bamber Lake, Deerhead Lake Beach on Deerhead Lake Drive in Forked River and Lake Barnegat Beach on Lakeside Drive in Forked River. Lacey Township is also home to Meadowlark …
Sunday, May 6, 2012
The Lacey Township Recreation Department will be offering programs for all ages, including a new kayaking class and skate park clinic
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Sunday, May 6, 2012
The Lacey Township Recreation Department is currently taking registration for its spring programs, which include a new kayaking class and skate park clinic. From kayaking to yoga, the Lacey Township Recreation Department will be offering a wide variety of programs for many ages. See the guide below to learn more. All programs can be register for at the Recreation Office—818 W. Lacey Road on Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Registration is taken on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, call 609-693-1100, ext. 2203. Kayaking The Recreation Department is partnering with the Forked River Outdoor Group which will be renting paddleboats, kayaks and canoes for lessons and all season long. The kayaking program is…
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Pre-registration for walk underway
The Lacey Township Municipal Alliance and the Township Recreation Department are joining with the Lacey Township Education Association in sponsoring a Family Fun Walk from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 28 at the high school track. "Our emphasis is on families doing things together," said Alliance Coordinator Heather Scanlon. "It serves as (drug and alcohol abuse) prevention." Recreation Director James Wioland said the walk will be the kick off for Lacey Be Fit, a series of healthy living programs. The walk, specifically, will be the first in a continuing walking program. "We're interested in developing a walking program where families can come to the park," said Wioland. "They would check in with a coordinator so we can track their …
Thursday, December 22, 2011
New programs make great stocking stuffers, Director says
Still searching for that perfect holiday gift? Consider giving the gift of recreation. The Recreation Department is offering a wide variety of new programs this winter including partnerships with Garden State Gymnastics Center and Shoprite. “If you are looking for a different holiday gift this season, give the gift of recreation,” Director Jim Wioland said. “We have many unique classes that will provide a great experience for any age.” There are programs for residents of all ages, he said. “Our children will be busy as we will have a range of yoga, gymnastics, tumbling, story time and crafts,” he said. “We did not forget about our teens as we have many fitness courses as well as an intense body changing training program.” Children will …
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
The township will be offering a variety of new summer camps
Registration for summer programs is now open and Lacey Township Beach Badges are available. In addition to the township's annual Summer in the Parks program, the Recreation Department is offering a variety of new camps. “These popular programs are scheduled throughout the summer and will provide our residents with great opportunities for all ages,” said James Wioland, Lacey Township's Recreation Director. Summer in the Parks The Lacey Township Recreation Department is taking registration for the summer in the Parks day camp. Children will be able to play sports, listen to stories, do arts and crafts, create games, and use park equipment, Wioland said. The summer in the Parks program also has theme and movie days as well as trips off site …
Tom C
8:51 pm on Friday, January 11, 2013
This is great! Good luck to all involved more ›