Carteret Health and Recreation

06/24/2026

Register today for New Jersey’s Second Annual Oral Health Conference on Wednesday, July 8. Attend in person or virtually and earn continuing education credits. Register at https://bit.ly/NJOralHealth2026

06/22/2026

Art in the Park Returns This July!

Join the Central Jersey Arts Council throughout July for free outdoor arts and crafts activities across Carteret!

Enjoy a variety of activities from tie-dye and DIY projects to jewelry making, wind chimes, bubble wands, and our popular Movie Night Art Pairings. There’s something for artists of all ages. Bring your family, meet neighbors, and get creative in Carteret's parks this summer.

🖌 Most activities: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎬 Movie Night Art Pairings: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🌞 Friday Activities at Civic Park: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Locations include:
• Sgt. Jack McGreevey Memorial Park
• Carteret Park
• Bishop Andrews Park
• Civic Park

Visit:
www.centraljerseyartscouncil.org
and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the complete schedule, weather updates, and event details.

This program is made possible by grant funding from the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners, awarded by the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund.

For more arts and cultural events throughout Middlesex County, visit www.MiddlesexCountyCulture.com

06/22/2026

One of our beloved seniors recently celebrated her 90th birthday! 🎉 Since she hasn’t been able to join us at programming lately, we decided to bring the celebration to her. With a cupcake birthday cake, 90 candles, and lots of smiles, we sang Happy Birthday, shared some laughs, and enjoyed a wonderful visit.

Moments like these remind us that our work is about so much more than paperwork, phone calls, and emails. It's about the relationships we build and the lives we touch. Our seniors are more than participants in our programs—they are part of our community, and we care about them on a personal level. We were honored to help make her special day a little brighter. ❤️🎂

06/22/2026

This summer don’t forget to mosquito-proof your yard! Mosquitoes breed and thrive in standing water, be sure to remove any water from bird baths, recycling bins, buckets, toys, gutters and more! Learn more: www.nj.gov/health/cd/documents/topics/vectorborne/mosquito_brochure_english.pdf

06/21/2026

Congratulations to all of the winners at the Carteret Summer Basketball classic!

(Check out our previous post for more photos of the event)

06/20/2026

It has been a great afternoon of community and basketball at the Carteret Summer Classic! Thank you to Abe (Abe2Shiffty) and Joel (JGlizzy2Bizzy.)

Thank you to the Mayor, Council, and the Carteret Business Partnership for sponsoring and the PBA Local # 47 for donating drinks to keep everyone hydrated.

06/17/2026

THIS SATURDAY, June 20

The Summer Basketball Classic is coming to Bishop Andrews Park. On Saturday, June 20, from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. a full day of basketball, competition, and family fun. This community event will feature basketball tournaments, skills contests, food vendors, games, rides, music, and activities for all ages.

Tournament divisions include:
5v5, 4v4, 3v3, and 2-Ball competitions
Single-elimination brackets
Certified officials for all games
Championship rounds and trophies for division winners

Whether you're competing on the court or cheering from the sidelines, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Presented by the Carteret Recreation Department, with support from the Carteret Business Partnership.

For tournament rules, division details, and registration information, sign up here:
https://forms.gle/Wz1CEMhSZW1t5ZL67

06/12/2026

FISHING DERBY TOMORROW!!!!!

06/12/2026

Extreme heat can be dangerous. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, and check on family, friends, and neighbors. If you need a place to cool off, contact NJ 2-1-1 or visit nj211.org to find a Cooling Center near you.

06/12/2026

🎶 The 2026 Concerts in the Park summer concert schedule is here! 🎶

Join us this summer for an exciting lineup of live music at Carteret Park!

🎵 All concerts will take place on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. under the bandstand at the corner of Cypress Street and Carteret Avenue.

🎤 Please note that there will be no Sunday evening concerts this season, and all performances will be held at Carteret Park.

☔ In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors to the Community Center, 100 Cooke Avenue.