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Tennis and Pickleball Courts Closed July 26-27 for Funky Pickle Tournament
July 26th and July 27th ( with a rain date of July 28th) the Ventnor Tennis and Pickleball Courts on Suffolk Avenue will be CLOSED to the public and members for play due to the Funky Pickle Event. CourtReserve will NOT allow reservations during this time. Any questions please contact the Recreation Dept at 609-823-7950.
Chess Camp Location Change
The Ventnor Rec Chess Camp taking place July 22-26 will be held at the Ventnor Educational Community Complex instead of the library.
Please contact the recreation department for questions: recreation@ventnorcity.org
Basketball Courts on S. Somerset Avenue Closed
The basketball court on S Somerset Avenue is closed due to safety concerns. It will be reconstructed after the summer. Basketball courts are available at the VECC (Ventnor City Educational Complex-Lafayette Avenue).
Ventnor City Board of Recreation Meeting Date Change to July 16
The Ventnor City Board of Recreation must change its July 2024 recreation board meeting to Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. rather than Tuesday, July 9.
The meeting will be held at the Ventnor City Recreation Office 311 North Surrey Ave., Ventnor, NJ 08406.
Ventnor Community Yard Sale Map for June 22-23
The Ventnor Community Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Register for the 52nd Annual Ventnor Mile on July 3
Kick off the holiday with the 52nd Annual Ventnor Mile followed by music and fireworks!
Crafters & Vendors begin at 5 p.m. at Suffolk Avenue. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. with The Voice of Ventnor, Ricky Stevens. Race begins at 7 p.m. Fireworks at dusk.
Click here to sign up for the race
Memorial Day Kickoff to Summer
Start your summer off right in Ventnor! We’ve got a great Memorial Day weekend planned for visitors and residents.
Stroll through opening day of the Ventnor City Farmers’ Market on Friday, May 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Atlantic and Newport Avenues.
Then, join in the Official Beach Opening on Saturday, May 25, at 10 a.m. at Beach Headquarters on Suffolk Avenue. Later that night, enjoy an exceptional night of music and fun during a Concert at Ski Beach featuring The Voice of Ventnor, Ricky Stevens, and The Inka Band, a Latin and Santana Cover Band.
Wake up Sunday and participate in the Annual Kenny Wayland Memorial Run/Walk.
On Monday, May 27, a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony will be held at City Hall by the flagpole at 9 a.m.
Sign up for the Community Yard Sale on Saturday June 22 and Sunday June 23
The community yard sale will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, and Sunday, June 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is free for residents to participate.
To sign up to be listed on a map, please register on recdesk or download the print form and return to recreation@ventnorcity.org by Monday, June 10, 2024.
Email recreation@ventnorcity.org with any questions.
New Recreation Facilities Rental Agreement
A new Recreation Facilities Rental Agreement will be going into effect for the 2024 summer season in Ventnor.
This agreement is for anyone that would like to instruct/hold classes for yoga, pilates, barre, Zumba, etc., as well as coach or provide group/personal training sessions on Ventnor property and facilities. The agreement form provides information on the parameters Ventnor expects. The form, once returned, will be reviewed and pend approval. If approved, a permit will be issued from the Recreation Department.
If interested in coaching or instructing, please reach out to the Recreation Department at 609-823-7950 or recreation@ventnorcity.org.
Registration for Ventnor Recreation Summer Camps Opens March 1, 2024
Registration for Ventnor Recreation Summer Camps will open on March 1, 2024, on ventnor.recdesk.com.
Camp offerings include:
- Field Hockey Camp
- CSI Camp
- Sports Camp
- Marine Science Camp
- Chess Camp
- Beach Volleyball Camp
- VC United Soccer Camp
Visit the Recreation Department Camp Page to learn more.
Ventnor Recreation Seeking Surf Camp Surf Coaches
The City of Ventnor is looking for experienced surfers that are 16 years of age or older to teach/coach children that will be participating in our summer surf camp.
The camp runs for approx. 5 weeks beginning July 8 until August 8, 2024, Monday through Thursday and using Friday each week as a make-up day (if cancelled any day during the week due to weather or ocean conditions).
Start time is 8:15 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Wages are determined by the City of Ventnor.
Any questions please contact our surf Camp Director, Lou Solomon at 609-226-6810 or SSOL74@aol.com.
Ventnor City Recreation Board for January 9, 2024 Cancelled
Please be advised that the Ventnor City Recreation Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. is cancelled due to the weather emergency. The next recreation board meeting will be Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
After-School Painting Classes for Grades 1-8 Begin in November
After-School Painting Classes will be held in partnership between Ventnor Recreation and The Paint Place Studio in Margate, NJ.
Grades 1-4
Every Monday - November 20 - December 18
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Click here to download registration form
Grades 5-8
Every Wednesday November 22 - December 20
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Click here to download registration form
Contact Ventnor Recreation with any questions at 609.823.7950
Ventnor City Recreation Board of Commissioners Meeting Moved to October 3, 2023
The Ventnor City Recreation Board of Commissioners holds their monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of every month. For the month of October, they will be holding this meeting on the FIRST Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at the normal time of 6:30 p.m.
Register for 51st Annual Ventnor Mile on July 3, 2023
Join in the 51st Annual Ventnor Mile on Monday, July 3, beginning at 7 PM at New Haven and the Boardwalk.
The event will be followed by live music, food trucks and fireworks.
Pricing:
$15 - Adults, $10 - Children 11 and under
Pre-registration closes June 19.
Late Registration Prices:
$20 - Adults $15 - Children 11 and under
2023 Yard Sale Participants
The Ventnor 2023 Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day.
Click here to download the list of participating addresses.
Registration Open for Ventnor Community Yard Sale
Save the dates for the Ventnor Community Yard Sale on Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11.
Registration is now open on RecDesk: https://ventnor.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=35
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City of Ventnor Launches RecDesk
The City of Ventnor, Recreation Department and Special Events, is excited to launch RecDesk! This state-of-the-art software will allow our community to learn about programs as they become available, register from their own phone or computer, and securely submit payments for programs and facility rentals.
You’ll also be able to manage the schedules of your household members all from one web site! We’ll go live with RecDesk on March 1, 2023. When RecDesk is unveiled, you will be able to create your member profile or your family member profile and start registering.
Because we need to utilize this system for creating rosters and attendance lists, organizing teams, Vendor information, and other important safety information and forms, we cannot accept just the paper registration forms anymore.
We can, however, process checks or cash (in-office only) for you if credit card payment is not an option. However, you will still need to create a member profile at RecDesk. Get started by visiting the web address below: https://ventnor.recdesk.com/
Please use these links to view the short videos to assist with creating an account and signing up for programs:
Create an Account:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbXutPXuWVg
Sign up for programs:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8wpQp0sxjA
Questions can be answered by emailing: VentnorRecdesk@gmail.com
CPR/AED Refresher Courses Coming to Ventnor Library February 23 and March 2
Your hands can save a life! Refresh your knowledge of CPR by attending an upcoming Red Cross CPR/AED course at the Ventnor Branch of the Atlantic County Library System:
Thursday, February 23, from 5 to 7 PM
Thursday, March 2, from 1 to 3 PM
25 seats are available per class. Signup forms are available at the library help desk.
Youth Soccer Clinic Begins January 23
Free Youth Soccer Clinics are being offered on Mondays beginning January 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. for Grades K-2 and Thursdays beginning January 25 from 5 to 6 p.m. for Grades 2-4 at VECC. No pre-registration required. Just show up to participate!
Indoor Pickleball Begins November 2
Join us Wednesday nights from November 2 through December 21st, 2022, at the VECC for indoor pickleball open play. Registration via Court Reserve App is required. Space is limited per session. Cost is $3 per person.
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Chess Camp Coming to Ventnor Library July 25-29, 2022
There is still time to register for Chess Camp for your children July 25-29th at the Ventnor Library. Open to ages 7-12. Click here to download the registration form.
Ventnor Yard Sale To Be Held on June 11-12, 2022
The Annual Ventnor Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, June 11, and Sunday, June 12, 2022.
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.
Click here to download the map and list of participating addresses.
Questions or inquiries, please contact the Recreation Department at (609) 823-7950.
Pickleball and Tennis Courts Closed for Tournaments June 10-12 and July 30
Please be aware that the Ventnor City Pickleball Courts and Tennis Courts will be closed to the public for two upcoming tournaments on the following dates:
June 10, 11, and 12 - VPAC Tournament
July 30 - Funky Pickle Tournament
Thank you for your cooperation!
Registration Open for 50th Annual Ventnor Mile on July 3, 2022
Registration - 6 p.m.
Race Begins - 7 p.m.
Check in at New Haven and the Boardwalk
Post-Race Awards Ceremony will feature a Live Music Performance by The Exceptions, Popsicle Eating Contest sponsored by SunDaze, and more!
Pre-registration May 1- June 19: $15 ages 11 & up; children under 11 yrs, $10
After June 20: $20 ages 11 & up; children under 11yrs, $15
REGISTER
https://runsignup.com/ventnormile
Online registration closes at 3 p.m. on July 3rd
Downbeach Surf Camp Filled for 2022
The popular Downbeach Surf Camp has filled for the 2022 summer season! We appreciate your enthusiasm for this program and look forward to welcoming you again in 2023.
Ventnor Recreation Sports Camps Open for 2022
WEEKS
1. June 27-July 1 – Mixed Games and Sports
2. July 5-8 – Soccer/Deck Hockey (no camp on July 4)
3. July 11-15 – Beach/Tennis at Suffolk Avenue
4. July 18-22 – Basketball
5. July 25-29 – Flag Football
6. August 1-5 – Baseball/Softball
7. August 8-12 – Games Week/Waterpark Trip
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Must bring snacks, drinks, and lunch
Unless otherwise noted, all activities take place at the Ventnor Educational Community Complex (VECC), 400 N Lafayette Avenue, Ventnor NJ 08406
Now Hiring Facilities and Recreation Director
The City of Ventnor is hiring a Facilities and Recreation Director. Could that be you?
This position will serve under the direction of the Public Works Superintendent and will be responsible for providing managerial leadership, administrative and financial direction, as well as directing the planning, development and operation of recreation, leisure services programs and facilities.
Please direct letter of interest and resume to City Clerk, Lisa Hand at lhand@ventnorcity.org by 11/30/21. Please put in subject line Facilities and Recreation Director position.
Ventnor Pirate Football & Cheer Sign Ups
Want to be a part of the Pirate Family? Register online today!
Register by June 30 to get the EARLY BIRD registration rate of $75. Registration increases July 1 to $90.
For Cheerleading: http://go.teamsnap.com/forms/266667
For Football: http://go.teamsnap.com/forms/266510
Ventnor Pirate Football Speed and Agility Clinic Scheduled for Saturday, June 26
The Ventnor Pirate Football Speed and Agility Clinic will take place Saturday, June 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The FREE clinic is for children currently in grades K-7 from Ventnor, Margate, Longport and Atlantic City. The Holy Spirit High School Spartan State Championship Team is hosting.
The clinic will be held at Pirate Football Field at 311 N. Surrey Avenue.
Contact vcpcheernfootball@gmail.com is you have questions.
Community Yard Sale Map for June 12-13
Ventnor will host a Community Yard Sale over the weekend of June 12 and 13, 2021. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.
Click here to download the map and list of participating addresses.
49th Annual Ventnor Mile Coming July 2
Save the date for the 49th Annual Ventnor Mile and Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 2, 2021!
Race will be held rain or shine at Newport Avenue and the Boardwalk.
1 Mile Run will be a point to point event all on the Boardwalk. Event will begin at 7:00pm at the Swarthmore Ave and Boardwalk. Finish line will be near Somerset and Boardwalk. (Start will depending on the wind direction on race day then we may change the direction of the run.)
PRICE: Cost will be $10.00 Adults & Child - $8.00 (Under 11) Online registration (encouraged) will close at midnight on Thursday, July 1, 2021. Click here to register online.
To register via form, download the printable version of registration form and mail to Ventnor Recreation 6201 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor, NJ 08406 by June 25th. Make checks payable to City of Ventnor.
SAME-DAY PRICE & PACKET PICKUP TIMES: Cost will be $15.00 Adults & Child - $10.00 (Under 11) Friday, July 2, 2021 (Ventnor Community Building, 6500 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor, NJ from 5pm - 6:45pm.)
T-SHIRTS: T-Shirts are included for pre-registered and while supplies last on race day! (T-Shirt Size: Youth Large, Small, Medium, Large, XLarge)
PRIZES: Top 3 Male and Female finishers in the following age groups: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-47, 48-58, 59-69, 70 and up. (No Duplicates)
Post-Race Awards Ceremony will include hot dogs and drinks to all participants at the Ventnor Community Building, 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Sponsored by the Ventnor City Commissioners, Recreation Department and OceanFirst Bank
Community Yard Sale Scheduled for June 12 and 13, 2021
Ventnor will host a Community Yard Sale over the weekend of June 12 and 13, 2021. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.
There is no cost to participate, but residents can register to have their names put on a published map ahead of the event. Deadline to register is Saturday, June 1, 2021.
Submit completed form in person at the Ventnor City Hall Cambridge Avenue Entrance or email to gsullivan@ventnorcity.org (Please put "YARD SALE" in the subject line).
Questions or inquiries, please contact the Recreation Department at (609) 823-7950.
Register Your Children Today for Spring 2021 Ventnor Little League
To Players, Parents and Guardians,
Click here to open the electronic registration form for your children to be placed on registration lists for Spring 2021 Baseball, Softball and Tee-Ball. Forms should be emailed to jthomas@ventnorcity.org.
The issue of COVID-19 has complicated the ability of the association to hold on person registration dates for the upcoming season. We are hereby gathering a database of players, coaches and volunteers electronically. Our plan for 2021 is to have a safe and successful season by following all required medical guidelines using the standards for the CDC. For this to happen, all players and volunteers must complete and return the electronic form. It can be returned via email or can be printed and dropped off, either at Ventnor City Hall or to the Ventnor Recreations Department. Players and volunteers will be contacted when authorized by the league and the City of Ventnor to begin group practices and games. It will be at that time that all registration fees will be required.
We currently need to assess our players numbers and gauge the interest of our residents to allow us to plan what division levels and the number of teams we will be forming for 2021. Persons that do not return forms for players will hinder the ability of the association to establish teams and plan for the upcoming season. Players will be granted slots on teams on a first come, first serve basis as rosters fill up. Please return the form ASAP. Players that register late may not be able to be added to rosters.
It is the hope of the association to provide a quality experience for your children in a safe and responsible manner, but for this to happen we need you to respond.
Ventnor Board of Recreation Meeting Change
City of Ventnor Board of Recreation meeting for the Month of October has changed. It will be held on the third Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 6:30pm at the Recreation Complex located at Balfour & Surrey Avenues in Ventnor NJ .
Ventnor Yard Sale This Weekend, August 8 and 9
The Ventnor Yard Sale will be held over the weekend of August 8 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on both days.
Click here to download the map and participating addresses.
Ventnor Mile Run Canceled for 2020
The Annual Ventnor Mile Run has been cancelled for this year. Originally, the run had been postponed from its regularly scheduled date near Independence Day to Labor Day weekend, but has now officially been canceled. We hope to see you in 2021!
Register for the City Wide Yard Sale
Participate in this year's Ventnor City Wide Yard Sale over the weekend of August 8 and 9, 2020.
There is no cost to participate, but residents can register to have their names put on a published map ahead of the event. Deadline to register is July 31, 2020.
Register Online: Click here to register for one or both days
Summer 2020 Recreation Activities Update
Tennis and pickleball courts are open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.. Please follow social distancing guidelines.
JULY
ACBL baseball begins July 6th
Youth softball and baseball begin
Basketball courts open for play 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Volleyball opens. Leagues on Tuesday/Open Play Thursday 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
AUGUST
All July activities continue
Absecon Island Surfing Contest - DATE TBD
SEPTEMBER
Annual Ventnor Mile - rescheduled from July 3 to September 4. Details to come.
Call 609.823.7950 for more information
Tennis and Pickleball Courts Opening June 8
Ventnor tennis and pickleball courts located between the beach block and Atlantic Ave. between Suffolk and Somerset Avenues will open on Monday June 8, at 8 a.m. There will be early registration sales for pickleball passes on Friday June 5, from 10 a.m. to noon at the courts. Please have checks or exact change for purchases. Please adhere to all safety and protective measures for court use. Always practice social distancing.
Adults: season $50, weekly $15, daily $5
Kids 12 and under: season $35, weekly $10, day $5
Ventnor Rec Releases Spring Programming
The Ventnor Recreation Department has released the spring schedule for its various recreation programs. Call 609.823.7950 for more information or to register.
Registration for 2020 Summer Downbeach Surf Camp Now Open
The Downbeach Surf Camp is geared to young surfers of all abilities, with emphasis on paddling, wave selection, popping up, turns and more. The Ventnor Recreation Department offers six, one-week sessions for ages 7 and up.
Camp is held on Richards Avenue Beach, Monday - Thursday with Friday reserved for makeup sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Session Options:
Week 1 - July 6-9
Week 2 - July 13-16
Week 3 - July 20-23
Week 4 - July 27-30
Week 5 - August 3-6
Week 6 - August 10-13
Price:
$275 - First Week
$250 - Per Additional Week
$250 - Sibling Fee
Click here to download the registration form and contact the Ventnor Recration Department will additional questions.