Carteret Health and Recreation

02/15/2026

Celebrate Black History Month with our Free Community Film Series.

Join us for three powerful movie nights honoring courage, justice, and the voices that shaped history:

Malcolm X — Today at 4:00 PM
Selma — Next Sunday at 4:00 PM
The Best of Enemies — February 26 at 7:00 PM

Bring your family, invite your friends, and experience these meaningful stories together—reflecting on the past while inspiring the future of our community.

02/14/2026

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

02/13/2026

Carteret Emergency Management is offering CPR/AED training through the American Red Cross.

The class will be held on Saturday, February 21st, at 1:00 PM and last approximately 2.5 hours. It costs $40 and includes a certification card.

Training will take place at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center.

Registration is required. Email oeminfo@carteret.net or call (732) 208-2400 to reserve your spot. Class size is limited.

02/13/2026

🥶 NJ 211 has released a list of statewide resources to help residents stay warm during these chilly conditions, activated in many places.
🔍 To find 🔥warming centers & 🏠 shelter for people who are homeless or need assistance staying warm.
https://www.nj211.org/new-jersey-code-blue
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02/12/2026

🍎🍞 Are you 60+ & in need of food assistance?
These programs can help
✔️ NJ SNAP
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✔️ Seniors Farmer's Market, Congregate and Home-Delivered Nutrition Programs
bit.ly/ADRCNJ
✔️ Commodity Supplemental Food Program
bit.ly/CSFPNJ
Details👇🏽

02/12/2026

Carteret Public Schools & RWJ Fitness Center are teaming up to offer an exciting Homework Help & Swim Lesson program for our 2nd graders!

📚 7 after-school classes
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays | March 5th – March 31st
⏰ Parent pick-up at RWJ at 4:35 PM
⚠️ Space is limited – registrations accepted in order received!

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity for our 2nd graders to build confidence, stay active, and learn an important life skill.

02/10/2026

If you missed out on a Tax Preparation Help appointment last Saturday, don’t worry, there are additional dates available in February and March. The next session is on February 21, and you can register online: https://carteretlibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=296125.

For questions, contact United Way at 732-247-3730 or email vita@uwcj.org.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

LAST CHANCE BEFORE LATE FEES. Late fees (25 dollars per animal) will begin March 1 and after.

Per state law, all dogs and cats residing in the Borough of Carteret must be licensed by seven months with the Carteret Health Department.

Applications can be found here:https://www.carteret.net/wp-content/uploads//2021/03/Pet-License-Form.pdf

The application, proof of current rabies vaccination, and check/money order made out to the ‘Carteret Health Department’ is required when obtaining/renewing a license.

(Late fees are $25.00 per animal and begin March 1 and after.)

RENEWAL(S) -
Individual renewal notices will NOT be mailed. If the rabies vaccination is up to date then only the payment is needed. Please note the address and pet(s) name when renewing.

NEW PET(S) -
You will need the application, proof of a current rabies vaccination, spray/neuter certified (if applicable), valid ID, and the payment.

Applications can be found here:
https://www.carteret.net/wp-content/uploads//2021/03/Pet-License-Form.pdf

PAYMENT(S) -
•Check/Money Order made payable to the ‘Carteret Health Department
•Cash: Must be EXACT

OPTIONS -
•In Person: Borough Hall, Top Floor
•Mail: Attention Carteret Health Department
•Drop Box: Sliver/Black box outside Borough Hall

ADDRESS -
Carteret Health Department
61 Cooke Avenue
Carteret, New Jersey, 07008

HealthDept@Carteret.Net

02/09/2026

🚨 Customer Scam Alert! 🚨

02/09/2026

February 17 at 7pm: Celebrate Black History Month with an evening of Empowerment, Education, and Inspiration.

Join us for a powerful community gathering featuring local author Vanessa Bryant, presenting her transformative book The Boss of You—a guide to shifting your mindset, strengthening mental wellness, and creating real change from within.

Plus, hear from Ashley Hunter, College Admissions Counselor at NJIT, sharing valuable insight for students and families on how to prepare for college, choose the right classes, and build a successful future.

This uplifting event brings our community together to support mental health, personal growth, and educational opportunity for the next generation.

Free Admission • Join Us in Celebration, Learning, and Empowerment
All are welcome.

02/09/2026

The Senior Fraud Prevention Conference will be held on Wednesday, March 18, from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Middlesex College, West Hall, Parkview Room (2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837).

This information session is free and intended for Middlesex County seniors and caregivers to learn from the experts the best practices to prevent fraud and what to do if someone becomes the victim of fraud.

Registration is required. The QR code on the flyer links directly to the online registration. Seniors may also call the Middlesex County Office on Aging office to sign up over the phone or be emailed the link/flyer to share with others. Registration closes Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 PM or when seats are filled as space is limited.

Registration Link / QR Code:
https://forms.office.com/g/QtV0w5yC9n (https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=office.com&u=aHR0cHM6Ly9mb3Jtcy5vZmZpY2UuY29tL2cvUXRWMHc1eUM5bg==&i=NjMzNDhlYjNmOWYwNzQxMjcxMDQ2YWQ0&t=WVBydk9hTWp1MjYrWUowSlVRZCtlazZ3dUhod1NremF3dmlyYlN5dVhnaz0=&h=779e4733837548ee86db4d11f7370d80&s=AVNPUEhUT0NFTkNSWVBUSVYFir-dE38dOz1mQZSfX4qMcfydGmRz68WpzmcI6YYag5K_dd9wyxGmbkFPO9Bbstc)

Questions? Please reach out to Outreach & Events Coordinators, Aleshia Rider and Gabriela Abreu, at mcoads.events@co.middlesex.nj.us or 732-745-3295