Edison Recreation Department Announces Babysitting Training Course

“Adventures in Babysitting” classes held at Minnie B. Veal Community Center

EDISON, NJ — Mayor Sam Joshi wants to ensure your children are in great hands when left with a babysitter. That’s why he’s pleased to announce that the Edison Recreation Department will be holding “Adventures in Babysitting” classes for Edison teenagers who want to learn the fundamentals of babysitting.

“This is a great opportunity for the many responsible, talented Edison teenagers who want to help their neighbors, friends, and families by caring for their children…while also earning some pocket money,” commented Mayor Joshi. “By expanding their knowledge and diversifying their skills they will be valuable resources for their local community.”

This is a two-day training course that will be held on March 8th and 9th, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center, 1070 Grove Avenue. To participate in this class, attendees must be in grades 6 through 9 and have a valid Edison Township Teen Center Membership, which costs $10.00 and is valid from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022.

To register go to register.capturepoint.com/Edison or access Community Pass via the township website under Recreation. Simply create your family account or sign into your existing family account and register for this program. If you do not have a computer to sign up online please contact the Recreation Department Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 732- 248-7310 for an application that you can sign up with by mail.

For further information or ADA concerns, please call the Edison Recreation Department from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 732-248-7310 or the Minnie B Veal Community Center at 732-248- 7316. As always throughout the pandemic, any current Center for Disease Control guidelines will apply.