Youth Programs


Bike Rodeo
Bike Rodeo

The Lacey Township Police Department is excited to announce the inaugural

Lacey Township Bicycle Safety Rodeo!

Parental Supervision Required for Children Ages 12 and Under

Please join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025-12:00 PM, at the Lacey Township High School.
Event Details:
Who: All Lacey Township Students and their Families
When: Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 5:00PM
Where: Lacey Township High School, 73 Haines Street, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734

This is a FREE Event

Event Highlights:
This special event promises a day filled with fun, education, and safety. In addition to learning
essential safety skills, attendees will enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including:
A Thrilling BMX Stunt Show (Starts at 3:00PM) **Ticket Required-See Below**
Professional BMX Stunt Riders from Dialed Action Sports Team
Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Classes, starting at 12pm and every 30 minutes thereafter
LTPD Bicycle Registration (Tamperproof Security Registration Label)
Register your Bicycles with LTPD in the event they become lost/stolen
Bicycle Inspections and Maintenance Advice
Bicycle Safety Skill Courses with Coach Support-All Ages and Skill Levels
Fire Safety Demonstrations
K-9 Unit Demonstrations
Child Car Seat Installation/Inspections Service by Certified Technician Officers
Bring your own Child Car Seats / Car Seats NOT Provided
Local Vendors and Food Trucks will be joining in on the fun
FREE Prize Giveaways including Bicycles, Helmets, and more…
(Event Registration Required-Must be Present to Receive Prizes)

AND MUCH MUCH MORE!!!

**A Ticket is required for the BMX Stunt Show - Tickets CANNOT be purchased**
**Tickets will be given to Students who attend a Designated Safety Class prior to the Event**
**One Ticket will allow for the Student, and their family, to Enjoy the BMX Stunt Show**
What to Bring?
A Bicycle and Bicycle Approved Helmet
A Completed Registration Form (3-pages), if not already submitted
Signed by the Participant and a Parent/Guardian.

We are excited to enjoy this event with you and making

Lacey Township an even safer place for our families to enjoy our beautiful town.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact:
Detective Lieutenant Samuel Della Sala at 609-693-6636 x-2582, sdellasala@laceypd.org or Detective Sergeant Adam Ewart at 609-693-6636 x-2592, aewart@laceypd.org

Please check our Lacey Township PD Facebook Page for Updates and Additional Details.

We look forward to seeing you there!

-Lt. Sam Della Sala #82

***Event May be Cancelled, Rescheduled, or Altered due to Inclement Weather***

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Bike Rodeo May 31 05/31/2025
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Lacey High School 4.5–18.5 Years 43/500
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Kids Paint Party
Kids Paint Party

Kids Paint Party

If you're looking for a fun and creative outlet this summer for your little artists ages 7-12, we have just what you're looking for! Children enjoy a fun-filled Two hour painting class where all supplies are included to create a 16x20" acrylic painting on stretched canvas. Step by step Instruction is provided by Art Educator Diane Salkeld to create a featured Painting. Students will be encouraged to make creative choices through the process and will be using their imagination as they develop painting and color mixing skills. They may give the paintings any additions they wish!

Children should bring a water bottle, and may bring a snack- it must be a nut free snack to be allowed! This will be eaten at break time.

Please arrive on time door open at 1:45. Painting begins at 2:00 and students are dismissed at 4 pm

Location: Lacey Recreation Fee: $45 Time: 2-4pm Dates: August 4 (Friends Fur-Ever) and August 18 (Sky Meets the Sea)

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Kids Paint Party: Friends Fur-Ever 08/04/2025
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Lacey Recreation Classroom 6.5–12.5 Years 7/15
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Kids Paint Party: Sky Meets the Sea 08/18/2025
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Lacey Recreation Classroom 6.5–12.5 Years 1/15
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Toddler Time
Toddler Time
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Toddler Time 3/3-3/5 TBD
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Toddler Time 3/10-3/12 TBD
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Toddler Time 3/17-3/19 TBD
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Toddler Time 3/24-3/26 TBD
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Toddler Time 3/31-4/2 TBD
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ToddlerTime 4/7-4/9 TBD
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Toddler Time 4/14-4/16 TBD
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Toddler Time 4/21-4/23 TBD
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Toddler Time 4/28-4/30 TBD
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Toddler Time 5/5-5/7 TBD
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Toddler Time 5/12-5/14 TBD
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Toddler Time 5/19-5/21 TBD
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3v3 Basketball
3v3 Basketball

3 on 3 Basketball

This is a great opportunity to play basketball, have fun and stay fit this summer playing a game we all love. We urge all players to bring plenty of bottled water. All players will receive a reversible tank for game play.   

Locations:  Gille Park                 Fee: $15.00 per player

Divisions: Elementary: Grades 3-5 Middle: Grade 6-8 High School: Grade 9-12       Adult: 18 and Over

Weeknights starting July 21st 5:15, 6:00, 6:45, 7:30 game times

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Adult Division: 18+ TBD
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18+ Years 5/25
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Elementary Division: Grades 3-5 TBD
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3rd–5th 1/25
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Middle Division: Grades 6-8 TBD
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High School Division: Grades 9-12 TBD
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Jr. Lifeguard
Jr. Lifeguard

Jr Lifeguard

This program is designed for participants who are already comfortable with their swimming ability. They will learn water safety and emergency response in the open water environment.

A copy of a Birth Certificate and Proof of Residency required to register. T-shirt is included.

Limited to first 15 registrants

 

Location: Lake Barnegat Instructor: Lacey Township Lifeguards Wednesdays: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Ages:12-15

Fee: $45 Time: 9:30 am-12:30 pm

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Jr Lifeguards 07/02/2025–07/30/2025
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Marine Science Camp
Marine Science Camp

Marine Science Camp

Dive into the ultimate marine adventure with New Logic Marine Science Camp 2024. The camp focuses on the preservation of the marine ecosystem through active hands-on learning. Join us for a deep dive into the mysteries of the marine world, featuring thrilling lessons on Beluga Whales, Bioacoustics, Alligators, Sharks, and more! Our budding marine scientists will explore, experiment, and even contribute to ongoing research in this hands-on and feet-wet exploration. For more information go to: www.marinesciencecamp.com or call at 732.250-8124.

All participants should bring a towel, snack and plenty of bottled water.  T-shirt is included

 

 Monday to Friday July 28-August 1

Location: Meadowlark Bay Beach Instructor: New Logic Marine Science Ages: Students entering 1st through 8th grade

Morning Session 9am-12pm Fee: $295 Afternoon Session 12pm-3pm Fee: $295 Full Day 9am-3pm Fee: $425

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Morning Session 07/28/2025–08/01/2025
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Full Day Session 07/28/2025–08/01/2025
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Meadowlark Bay Beach 1st–8th 0/12
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Afternoon Session 07/28/2025–08/01/2025
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Summer Art Camp
Summer Art Camp

Summer Art Camp

Get ready for a week of creativity, fun, and exploration! Art camp is packed with exciting projects where kids ages 7-12 can unleash their Artists and have fun! Projects include Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, air dry clay and more! Taught by Certified Teacher Diane Salkeld with 32 years experience teaching Art to children.

Students will be provided all materials. If you wish provide students with a personal smock and a light snack and drink

The week will conclude on Friday July 25 with a gallery exhibition of the students work at 6 pm. Parents, siblings, family and community members will be invited to attend free of charge.

Please Email dsalke27@gmail. com with any questions.

 

Location: Lacey Recreation Classroom Instructor: Diane Salkeld Dates: July 21- 25 Ages: 7-12 Fee: $169 Time: 10am-12pm

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Summer Art Camp 07/21/2025–07/25/2025
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Lacey Recreation Classroom 7.5–12.5 Years 6/15
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Youth Tennis Camp
Youth Tennis Camp

Youth Tennis Camp

These lessons will teach children the basic fundamentals in stroke production, court movement, and basic footwork skills. Children will need to supply their own racquet.

Don’t forget to bring lots of water!

 

Location: Gille Park Tennis Courts Instructors: Serving Ace Tennis Academy Fee: $60 per session

Monday- Thursday, Friday is reserved as a rain date

Session I: July 7-11 Session II: July 28-August 1

Ages 13-16: 8:00-8:30 am Ages 7-8: 8:45-9:15 am Ages 9-10: 9:30-10:00 am Ages 11-12: 10:15-10:45 am

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Session 1: Age 13-16 07/07/2025–07/10/2025
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Gille Park 12.5–16.5 Years 1/10
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Session 1: Age 7-8 07/07/2025–07/10/2025
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Gille Park 6.5–8.5 Years 2/10
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Session 1: Age 9-10 07/07/2025–07/10/2025
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Gille Park 8.5–10.5 Years 5/10
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Session 1: Age 11-12 07/07/2025–07/10/2025
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Gille Park 10.5–12.5 Years 2/10
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Session 2: Age 13-16 07/28/2025–07/31/2025
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Gille Park 12.5–16.5 Years 2/10
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Session 2: Age 7-8 07/28/2025–07/31/2025
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Gille Park 6.5–8.5 Years 3/10
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Session 2: Age 9-10 07/28/2025–07/31/2025
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Gille Park 8.5–10.5 Years 4/10
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Session 2: Age 11-12 07/28/2025–07/31/2025
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Gille Park 10.5–12.5 Years 2/10
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