THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 For information, gallery hours & to register for classes, contact Cyndi Wish, Executive Director at 908-234-2345, ext. 100, info@ccabedminster.org or visit ccabedminster.org. Current Exhibit April 21-June 3, 2023 Opening: Friday, April 21, 2023; 6-8pm Tracy DiTolla: Tragic Flaws Steven Epstein: The Pedestrian Absurd Gregory Hennen (right): Where I Wander “Spring Brook Overflow May Wyatt Mt” Oil on Panel by Gregory Hennen FARMSTEAD ARTS CENTER All events take place on the historic Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead at 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Art, Photography, and Guitar classes are held throughout the year. For more information about upcoming events and classes visit farmsteadartscenter.org, or email admin@farmsteadarts.org or call 908.636.7576. Art Exhibitions May 7-June 4: Members’ Exhibition “Fantasies & Fairytales” June 11-July 23: Garden State Watercolor Society “Small but Mighty” Potters’ Guild of NJ Show & Sale Saturday, April 22 & Sunday, April 23; 11am– 5pm Inside the Farmhouse at 2pm Sun, April 30–“Disabilities Then, Disabilities Now” talk by Dr. Nicole Belolan Sun, May 21–Piano concert featuring Itay Goren STUDIO 7 FINE ART GALLERY 5 Morristown Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 908-963-0365, studio7artgallery.com Hours : Wed-Sat,10-4 UPCOMING EXHIBIT: An Elite View Watercolor Paintings by James Fiorentino May 5 through June 30, 2023 Artist Reception May 5, Friday, 6-9pm THE GARDEN CLUB OF WATCHUNG Meets the 1st Wed of the month at various locations, 11-1. We would love to have you join us! To see what we do, visit our Face Book page. Our members are from Watchung and nearby communities. All are welcome! For information please call (908)754-5766 or leave your request on our Face Book page. We are 66 and still growing! BASKING RIDGE GARDEN CLUB Meets first Monday of the month, 9:30am, Sept-May at the Somerset County Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Rd., Basking Ridge. For more info, contact Membership Chair, Karen Ellis at brgcnj.com COMMUNITY CALENDAR APRIL - MAY 2023 THE ARTS CLUBS & SERVICES NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 BERNARDS LIONS CLUB International non-profit organization of dedicated men & women serving Bernardsville & Bernards Township communities. Lions’ core charity is helping sight impaired locally & around the world. Club is also community focused; helping those in need, supporting our schools, police, fire/rescue, & fostering community well-being. Meetings held first & third Tuesday of the month, 6:30pm, Café Rustica, 3188 Valley Rd., Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. New members always welcome. Visit e-clubhouse.org/sites/bernards or write us: The Bernards Lions Club, PO Box 352, Bernardsville, NJ 07920 BERNARDSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Welcoming new members from Bernardsville & neighboring towns. Contact the Chamber at 908-766-9900, info@bvillechamber.com & visit bernardsvillechamberofcommerce.com to check our calendar for meetings & special events. BERNARDSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET The Bernardsville Farmers’ Market will open for its 29th year on Saturday, June 10. Hours: 9am to 1pm. For current information, go to bernardsvillefarmersmarket.com. BERNARDSVILLE GARDEN CLUB Meets third Tues. of each month, Sept.-May at members’ homes for breakfast or lunch. Since1930 they have beautified Bernardsville with flowers. Watch for the tulip bloom in Olcott Square in May. For Info contact Member Chair, Pat Duncan, 908-295-1617 or visit : bernardsvillegardenclub.com. THE BONAFIDES OF SOMERSET HILLS P.O. Box 91, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 for all mailings The Bonafides of Somerset Hills, founded in 1968 is a diverse group of women who take an active interest in the civic/social welfare of the Somerset Hills community. Over the past 53 years, we raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through various fund-raising events & contributed it back to local community charities. Our knitting & crocheting group have made & delivered over 7,757 chemo hats for cancer patients at RWJ Somerset & Sloan Kettering. Business Meetings are held at the Bernards Township Community Center, 289 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge on the second Wed. of the month. Questions, contact: Co-Presidents Jacque Herold or Patty Purcell or email us at thebonafidesofsomersethills.org. NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME: INTERESTED IN JOINING? Please send your $25 annual dues (payable to The Bonafides) & contact info (name, address, phone & email address) CASH BINGO/TRICKY TRAY FUNDRAISER-FRIDAY, MAY 12 at ST. JAMES CHAPEL AUDITORIUM, 184 S. Finley Ave., Basking Ridge. Pre-register to save a spot! $35pp (non-refundable); $40 at the door. Must be 18 years or older. All info at thebonafidesofsomersethills.org or see our website & FB page accordingly via thebonafidesofsomersethills.org FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER A non-profit volunteer organization committed to serving those affected by domestic abuse (24 hour emergency hotline: 866-684-1122). Funds are raised to benefit Safe+Sound Somerset, a United Way agency. New members welcome. For more information and/or to join a meeting email: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com or call Terry Thompson at 908-766-9844. NOTE: Meetings are virtual the first Monday of each month, 12:15pm. 34th Derby Day Party-May 6th! Enjoy a fabulous experience at The Westin Governor Morris. We welcome you to this elegant fundraising event in support of those affected by domestic or sexual violence. Valet parking, cocktails & dinner, live & silent auctions, live music. Reservations & to purchase digital ad: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com Info: facebook.com/friendsofthesheltersomerset INDEPENDENCE FOR VETERANS A registered 501c-3 nonprofit based in Bedminster, NJ. Community focused charity supporting the local 200+ homeless veterans residing at 2 transitional housing facilities by providing food, brand new clothing, toiletries, & necessities. Several designated Food & Clothing Drives are held year-round with many Somerset County businesses participating. All items collected are hand-delivered by dedicated volunteers. Currently fundraising to afford housing for these brave veterans. For further information visit i4v.org. Comments or questions? Email info@independenceforveterans.org or contact: Mrs. Stacia McDonough at 908-470-1930. Current Campaign: Operation Giveback – Requesting each American donate $1.00 to assist homeless veterans. That’s $300+ million that could solve homelessness amongst the brave veterans. INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB (IFC) Social club for foreign national women currently residing in the United States & American women who have lived internationally. Club fosters cultural understanding, promotes formation of social ties within the international community, provides a place to share mutual experiences through a variety of interests & activities. Monthly coffee mornings held September – June with presenters & a wide variety of activities including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies. For more info visit ifcnjandny.org or email ifcnjboard@gmail.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON & WARREN COUNTIES “Linked” Online 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 Unless otherwise noted, for information or to register for programs & events, contact Elise Prezant, JFS at 908-725-7799 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org, Admin@JewishFamilySvc.org or jewishfamilysvc.org Volunteers Needed: Volunteers interested in being matched with families seeking support from a caring home visitor, with seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cognitive stimulation, with frail seniors who need someone to provide grocery shopping or other support will receive orientation & training through a 9-hour program over 3 evenings. Therapists Needed: We are seeking LSW/LCSW therapists. Hybrid work style, flexible hours based on population served. Welcoming & supportive team environment with group/individual supervision included & ongoing CEU training. JFS operates as a non-profit, social service agency striving to preserve & strengthen the quality of individual & family life for those of all faiths & beliefs in our tri-county community. Café Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors. Job Seekers Success Group: A group for active job seekers that focuses on strategies & issues affecting a job search. Free of charge, open to the community. Wed, May 3 at 7-9 pm, via ZOOM. Expanding Horizon Programs: Social Learning Group: A 10-week program, meeting on Sundays, focuses on social, relationship & communication skills for teens on the Autism spectrum. Social Club for Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome or Developmental Challenges: Group meets twice a month. Sibling Support Group: Peer Support for brothers & sisters “Linked” Online “Linked” Online theconnectionsnj.com Derek Jeter Elite, autographed, watercolor, 30” x 22” PAGE 86
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