The center does a lot of things in drama, music and art exhibitions. We're very proud of them. They do a lot of good things. The mayor said the borough has a core of volunteers who contribute significantly to the quality of life in Watchung. The borough also has a volunteer first aid and rescue squad.
Volunteers also play a big role in borough recreational programs.
Chris Blackadar, chairwoman of the borough Recreation Commission, said baseball is a big sport and is played at the Little League and Ponytail Softball League levels at all six borough ball fields. Parents get involved in baseball and softball and they also run the basketball leagues, with two parents serving as coaches for each team. There also is a big soccer association, which runs a league and soccer camps during the Summer. Each Memorial Day, the recreation commission sponsors a town picnic at the Barberry School that attracts 300 to 400 residents. The commission also runs a ski trip each February.