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Summit Area YMCA Announces Camp Cannundus at Springfield Community Pool
Registration for the Summit Area YMCA's Camp Cannundus at the Springfield Community Pool in Summer 2026 is open at https://www.thesay.org/programs/camp/cannundus . Camp Cannundus runs for 10 weeks and is offered to children ages 4-13! At Camp Cannundus, campers will splash in the pool three times a week, conquer the brand-new mini golf course, and unleash creativity through arts & crafts, sports, team games, theme days and field trips! Questions? Contact the Summit Area YMCA
Youth Baseball Registration
Springfield NJ Youth Baseball League (SNJBL) youth baseball registration is open for Pre-K through grade 8 in Spring 2026. For registration details, visit: Pre-K & K: https://springfieldnjbaseballleague.sportngin.com/register/form/400037114 1st-8th: https://springfieldnjbaseballleague.sportngin.com/register/form/489660853 Questions? Email springfieldjrbaseballleague@gmail.com
Springfield Recreation Announces Summer 2026 Chisholm Playground Camp Staff Hiring
Chisholm Playground Camp staff planning has begun for Summer 2026! Do you or someone you know want to work as a camp counselor? The Springfield Recreation Department is now accepting online applications for summer jobs at Chisholm Playground Camp. Instructions and online application are available at www.springfield-nj.us/departments/recreation/employment . The application deadline is Friday, February 20, 2026. Questions? Contact Brendan O'Reilly, Assistant Director of Recrea
Township Committee Agenda– January 27, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Township of Springfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey Agenda and Minutes available at http://www.springfield-nj.us AGENDA Township Committee – January 27, 2026 at 7 p.m. NOTE: This may not be the order of business. There may be additions or deletions. Regular Session - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order a. Notice: This meeting is being held in accordance with the Public Laws of 1975, Chapter 231 and adequate notice of this meeting
Lacrosse Club Announces Spring Teams for 1st-8th Graders
The Lacrosse Club of Springfield is planning to field league teams for boys and girls in grades 1-8 this spring. Details and registration are available online at www.springfieldlaxnj.com . 1st grade boys and girls who want to play in the league (not the clinics) will have the $180 waived automatically at registration. All grade 1-8 players must have a USA Lacrosse membership so the Lacrosse Club is Insured. Get your membership at https://www.usalacrosse.com . Coaches are nee
Lacrosse Clinics for PreK-1st Graders in Spring 2026
Registration is open for Lacrosse Clinics in Spring 2026 for children in Pre-K through 1st grades -- sponsored by the Springfield Recreation Department and coached by the Lacrosse Club of Springfield. The co-ed clinics are a great opportunity to try a new sport or build your existing lacrosse skills, and have fun! Register online on Community Pass at https://register.communitypass.net/springfield . Details are below: WHO: Pre K through 1st grade residents or students in a Sp
Join the Running Club (Grades K-9) in Spring 2026
Registration is open for the Springfield Recreation Department's popular youth Running Club featuring Coach Megan Rezvani of High Rez Fitness -- a youth and adult personal trainer, swim instructor, and former physical education teacher! Register online on Community Pass at https://register.communitypass.net/springfield Running Club features an 8-week schedule, plus your choice of one or two classes per week. Coach Rezvani will empower your children by highlighting the import
Township Committee Agenda – January 13, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Township of Springfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey Agenda and Minutes available at http://www.springfield-nj.us AGENDA Township Committee – January 13, 2026 at 7 p.m. NOTE: This may not be the order of business. There may be additions or deletions. Regular Session - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order a. Notice: This meeting is being held in accordance with the Public Laws of 1975, Chapter 231 and adequate notice of this meeting
School's Out Pizza Cake Decorating Camp at Chisholm on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Join Sweet Samantha for cake decorating fun when school is off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Sweet Samantha, in partnership with the Springfield Recreation Department, is offering the following class at the Chisholm Community Center: Pizza Illusion Cake Monday, January 19, 2026 9:30 am-12:30 pm Ages 6-14 $65 per child To register, email Samantha at samilynn9@aol.com Venmo payment to @ sweet-samantha Visit www.sweet-samantha.com for more information about Sweet Samantha!
Springfield Free Public Library to Host Repeat Screening and Discussion of The Battle of Springfield
The Springfield Free Public Library is pleased to once again present The Battle of Springfield: A Conversation , an engaging video screening and live discussion exploring one of Springfield’s most significant Revolutionary War events, on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 2 pm in the Donald Palmer Museum at the Springfield Free Public Library, located at 66 Mountain Avenue, Springfield, NJ. The program features Wendy Jones , President of Ida Bell Publishing, in conversation with Mar
Girls Softball Registration is Open
Register your child for girls softball in Spring 2026! Leagues for grades K-9 are offered to children who reside in or attend a school in Springfield, sponsored by the Springfield Recreation Department and Springfield Girls Softball (SGS). Visit Community Pass at https://register.communitypass.net/springfield for details and fees, and to register online! Please note that you must also egister and pay a separate fee to SGS at https://springfieldgirlssoftball.sportngin.com/r
Recreation Department Announces January 2026 Calendar for 55+ Community
The Springfield Recreation Department's January 2026 calendar for the 55+ community includes: a variety of games such as poker, dominos, rummikub, and puzzles; computer lab; indoor open-play pickleball (free annual registration required); "Shape Up with Liz" exercise classes (free annual registration required); fitness room open on weekdays from 9:00 am-8:00 pm (free annual registration required); bus trip to Ross Dress For Less, Five Guys, and Leafy Basket (RSVP); "A Club in
Zumba for Adults Continues this Winter at Chisholm
Zumba with Amy Lauren continues this Winter! Classes for adults are held on Wednesdays at 7:00-8:00 pm at the Chisholm Community Center (2nd floor fitness studio), in partnership with the Springfield Recreation Department. The cost is $10 per class and water is included. Questions? Contact Amy Lauren at slayinwithamy@gmail.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/slayinwithamy
TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD AGENDA Organization Meeting January 1, 2026 1 p.m.
TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD AGENDA Organization Meeting January 1, 2026 1 p.m. 1. Meeting called to Order by the Township Clerk. 2. Posting of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance – Led by Carl Ostergaard, Commander David Penna, Vice Commander and Members Rich Castro and Marty Mand of American Legion Post #228, followed by Springfield American Legionnaire Ernie Del
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Classes at Chisholm this Winter for Kids and Adults
The Springfield Recreation Department is excited to welcome back Swift Learn AI to teach new AI classes for children and adults this winter at the Chisholm Community Center. Questions? Call (917) 519-9094 or email contact@swiftlearn.ai Epic Learning with AI for Kids What: In this 8-week program, we don't just teach kids how to use AI. We teach them how to use AI to learn. This course transforms technology from a shortcut into a superpower, helping students build the critical
Township Committee Agenda Tuesday December 16, 2025, 7 PM
Township of Springfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey Agenda and Minutes available at http://www.springfield-nj.us AGENDA Township Committee – December 16, 2025 at 7 p.m. NOTE: This may not be the order of business. There may be additions or deletions. Regular Session - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. 1. Call to Order a. Notice: This meeting is being held in accordance with the Public Laws of 1975, Chapter 231 and adequate notice of this meetin
Recreation Department Offering Winter Break Camps at Chisholm
Keep your children active when school is off during Winter Break! The Springfield Recreation Department and partners Kiddies Kaleidoscope and Sweet Samantha are offering the following camps at the Chisholm Community Center (100 South Springfield Avenue): KIDDIES KALEIDOSCOPE Winter Mini-Camp Monday, December 29, 2025 Tuesday, December 30, 2025 Wednesday December 31, 2025 Friday, January 2, 20269:00 am-4:00 pm Grades PreK4 - 5th $290 per child Register at www.kiddieskaleidosco
Recreation Departments Hosts USA Sport Group Classes at Chisholm in Winter 2026
Keep your children active on Saturdays and Sundays this winter! USA Sport Group is offering the following indoor soccer, tennis, and dance/cheer programs at the Chisholm Community Center, in partnership with the Springfield Recreation Department, starting in January 2026! Register now at https://usasportgroup.com/orgs/993 and use code WNT2026 to save before the sale ends on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Indoor Soccer Saturdays Ages 2-3 @ 8:30 am Ages 3-4 @ 9:20 am Ages 4-5 @
Adult Zumba Holiday Party at Chisholm
Zumba with Amy Lauren is holding a Holiday Party for adults this Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 7:00-8:00 pm, at the Chisholm Community Center (2nd floor fitness studio), in partnership with the Springfield Recreation Department! The cost is $10 per person. Join us for dancing, treats, great company, and fun! Questions? Contact Amy Lauren at slayinwithamy@gmail.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/slayinwithamy
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