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Recreation - Recreation Program Inquiries

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1. At what age are children eligible to attend Safety Town?

Children entering kindergarten, ages 4 through 5.

2. Can I reserve the tennis/pickle ball courts at Veteran's Park?

There are pickleball/tennis courts at Veteran's Park.  It is on a first come, first serve basis, no reservations.  Guest pass is $10, membership for resident is $25 and non-resident membership is $50. Passes can be obtained at the office located at the Tennis Courts.  Office hours are 8 am to 7:30 pm, 7 days a week (weather permitting).  No fees will be waived as they are set by ordinance.
Residents of the Township, who are veterans with proof through identification of active or veteran military status, will receive $10 off any Tennis/Pickleball Identification card.

  The courts are open until October 31, subject to change due to weather.

Address: 2206 Kuser Road
Hamilton, NJ 08690

There are tennis courts in Apollo Park on Yardville-Hamilton Square Road in Yardville (near the train tracks and old Agway). There is no fee.

There are also pickleball courts at Shady Brook Park, Apollo Park and Sharps Park. There is no fee at these pocket parks.

3. Do I need an ID card to play tennis/pickle ball at the Veteran's Park Tennis Courts?

Yes, if you are over the age of 13 you will need an ID Card.

Residents of the Township, who are veterans with proof  through identification of active or veteran military status will receive $10 off any Tennis/Pickleball Identification card.

Address: 2206 Kuser Road
Hamilton, NJ 08690

For more information, call 581-4127.

4. How do I get a background check done?

This is for sports leagues only.  Background checks are done year-round.  Speak directly to a representative in Recreation, 890-4028, who will issue the necessary pre-numbered paperwork for your appointment.  

5. How do I get fingerprinted to coach a sports team?

Fill out an application online.

The Hamilton Township VRO number is LO5001 under the application's field for Contributor's Case Number (Unique Identifier).

After fingerprinting is completed, you will be given a receipt with a PCN# on it. Keep a copy of the receipt for your files, and return a copy to your league president.

Background checks are valid for three years. If you are unsure if you need to be checked, please call the Division of Recreation at (609) 890-4028.

6. How does a sports league or organization seek approval to tag?

The league or organization must write a letter and include the dates, times and locations of where they want to tag. The letter must be signed by the store manager of the location indicated in the letter. The signed letter must be given to the Municipal Clerk's Office via mail or in person to go before council for approval.

7. I am interested in holding a special event at the park; what is the procedure?

If you would like to hold a special event at a park please fill out an application for a special event and return to the Municipal Clerk's Office. For questions, contact the Municipal Clerk's Office.

8. What are the hours of operation at the Skate Park?

The skate park is open Sunday through Saturday (7 days a week), from Dawn to Dusk.

BMX Bikes are allowed Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 pm to Dusk.

9. What is the address for the tennis courts?

2206 Kuser Road.

10. What is the Kuser Road address for Veteran's Park?

The address for the Kuser Road side of Veteran's Park is:
2206 Kuser Road
Hamilton, NJ 08690

11. What organized sports do you offer for adults?

Adult Recreation Offerings:

• Men's Softball League. League plays April to July at area softball fields. Games are held two nights a week. Two levels of play are offered.
• Women's Softball League. League plays April to July at area softball fields. Games are held one night a week. Two levels of play are offered.
• Co-Ed Softball League. League plays April to July at area softball fields. Games are held on Thursday evenings. Recreational level only.
• Outdoor Volleyball League. This co-ed league plays April to July at Veterans Park volleyball courts. There are leagues offered on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday night.
• Men's Indoor Volleyball League. League plays Monday nights, January to March at Reynolds Middle School.
• Women's Indoor Volleyball League. League plays Tuesday nights, January to March at Reynolds Middle School.
• Co-Ed Indoor Volleyball League. League plays Monday nights, January to March at Crockett Middle School.

For questions or to join a league, please submit a Citizen Service Request or call Recreation at 609-890-4028.

12. What sports programs are available through Hamilton Police Athletic League (PAL)?

Hamilton PAL sports programs

13. When does the Camp Olden Civil War Round Table meet?

The Camp Olden Civil War Round Table meets on the first Thursday of every month except August at the Hamilton Public Library located at:
1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Drive
Hamilton, NJ.

The meetings are at 7 pm.

Camp Olden Civil War Round Table and Museum, Inc. will come to your facility and give talks on the Civil War time period for Schools, scouting groups, youth groups and organization with an interest in the Civil War.

For additional information, email the Camp Olden President or call 609-439-8897

Camp Olden Round Table and Museum, Inc.
|P.O. Box 10565, Hamilton, NJ 08650
A 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Educational Institution
Camp Olden Civil War Round Table: email the President.

14. When is Camp Olden and the Civil War and Native American Museum open for tours?

Camp Olden tours and the Civil War and Native American Museum is located at 2202 Kuser Road.

The Museum on Kuser Road is open the 2nd and 3rd full weekends of each month (except January and February) from 1 to 4 pm.

For more information email Camp Oldenor call 609-439-8897

15. When is the Abbott House open for tours?

The John Abbott II House is open to the public Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 5 pm (last tour starts at 4:15 pm), March through December. Closed Easter Sunday and Thanksgiving weekend.

The house is located at 2200 Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ 08691.

Phone: 609-585-1686

16. Where can I play pickleball in Hamilton?

There are pickleball courts at Veteran's Park. It is on a first-come, first-serve basis, no reservations.  Guest pass is $10, membership for resident is $25 and non-resident membership is $50. These can be obtained at the office located at the Tennis Courts. Office hours are 8 am to 7:30 pm, 7 days a week (weather permitting). Currently, no fees will be waived as they are set by ordinance. The courts are open until October 31, subject to change due to weather.

Residents of the township who are veterans, with proof through identification of active or veteran military status, will receive $10 off any Tennis/Pickleball Identification card.

There are also pickleball courts at Shady Brook Park, Apollo Park and Sharps Park. There is no fee at these pocket parks.

17. Where do I find out information about Safety Town?

The Hamilton Police Athletic League (PAL) website has more information about Safety Town. 

18. Where do I find out information about the Isaac Watson House?

Watson House page.

19. Where do I get information on summer camps?

Get more information and sign up for summer camps online.

If you participated in camps last year, you will automatically receive a copy in the mail.

20. Who do I contact about tennis lessons at Veterans Park tennis courts?

Contact Princeton Tennis Program (PTP) at 609-520-0015 to arrange for tennis lessons.  

21. Who do I contact for the Hamilton Soccer Club?

Hamilton Township Recreation Soccer Association (HTRSA) contact information.

22. Who do I contact for Youth Sports Leagues?

Recreation Contact Numbers 2021

• Sunnybrae Little League
  • Sunnybrae Little League website
  • John McAuliffe, President
  • Email John McAuliffe
  • League Info - Email Sunnybrae Little League Registration.
• Hamilton Little Lads Basketball
  • Hamilton Little Lads Website
  • Kevin Meyers, President; cell phone 743-8636
• YMCA
  • Hamilton YMCA website
  • Ryan Young; phone 581-9622, ext. 21103
• Nottingham Little League
  • Nottingham Little League Website
  • Brian Melnick, President. Evening Phone Number - 588-0654
• Hamilton Township Recreational Baseball Association (HTRBA)
  • HTRBA website
  • Dave Edwards, President; Evening Phone Number - 588-5617
• Hamilton Girls Softball Association (HGSA)
  • HGSA website
  • Jim Dunmeyer, President; phone 313-4969
• Police Athletic League (PAL)
  • Program information (Programs listed individually)
    • Basketball: Boys - call John King at 775-8864.  Girls - call John Boros at 586-8930.
    • Wrestling: email Jason Jones
    • Football: email Dom Coniglio (PAL) or email Jeff Jaworski (Pop Warner)
    • Cheerleading: email Jamie Volkert or email Grady Hunt
    • Twirling: email Elaine or email Rachel or call 609-213-4499 or 609-647-5232.
    • Bowling: email Jim or call 609-585-7954
    • Field Hockey: email Alison Setzer or call 585-0237
    • Safety Town: Director - Kristin Seitz
      • Co-Director - Shirley Carpenter
      • Email Safety Town Program
• Hamilton Babe Ruth
  • Hamilton Babe Ruth website
  • Robert Dolci, President; phone 290-5673
• Nottingham Babe Ruth
  • Nottingham Babe Ruth website
  • Dan Derose, President; Evening Phone Number - 890-8774
• Lou Gehrig Baseball League
  • Lou Gehrig League website
  • Email Bill Lingrell, President
• American Legion
  • Post 313 - Chuck Gambaluca; phone 468-9209
  • Post 31 - Rick Freeman; phone 306-6120
  • North Hamilton - Roger Moore; phone 890-1929
• Hamilton Township Recreation Soccer Association (HTRSA) (Boys' Soccer)
  • HTRSA website
  • Contact Jerry Harris at 588-0886
• Boys Competitive Soccer Division
  • Email Jim Sarno
• Hamilton Girls Soccer Club
  • Hamilton Girls Soccer Club website
  • Tom Slater, President; call 585-0824
  • Email Tom Slater
• Little Lads Basketball
  • Jack Destefano, President
  • General Info - call 396-7714
• Hamilton Football League
  • Eric Patterson, President; call 331-3402
  • General Info - call 890-4506
• Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading
• Hamilton Aquatic Club (competitive swimming)
  • Contact Sue Welsh at 936-7294