The Connections Bernards-Ridge Edition April/May 2024

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 5 – June 2, 2024 Opening Reception: Friday, April 5 from 6-8pm Echoes of Abstraction Curated by John Reinking Featuring the ceramic works of Eric Knoche (Asheville, NC), Joris Link (‘s-Hertogonbosch, Netherlands), and Tina Opp (Lark, ND) Solo Exhibitions: Lindsay Godin: Futurisms Christine Sauerteig-Pilaar: To Bare Witness FARMSTEAD ARTS CENTER All events take place on the historic Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead at 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge. Art, Photography, and Guitar classes are held throughout the year. For more information about upcoming events and classes visit farmsteadartscenter.org, email admin@farmsteadarts.org or call 908.636.7576. Art Exhibitions April 28-June 2: Juried Farmstead Members Exhibition June 9-July 21: Garden State Watercolor Society “Small but Mighty” Potters’ Guild of NJ Show & Sale Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5 11am–5pm Theater in the English Barn The Lord Stirling Theater Company presents “Wisdom of Eve” June 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 7:30pm; June 9 & 15 – 2pm 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 Facebook 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 Facebook 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 or 908-342-5803. BERNARDS LIONS CLUB International non-profit organization of dedicated men & women serving Bernardsville & Bernards Twp. communities. Lions’ core charity is helping sight impaired locally & around the world. Club is also community focused; helping those in need, supporting schools, police, fire/rescue, & fostering community well-being. Meetings 1st & 3rd Tues. of the month, 6:30pm, Café Rustica, 3188 Valley Rd., Basking Ridge. New members always welcome. Visit FB e-clubhouse.org/sites/bernards or write The Bernards Lions Club, PO Box 352, Bernardsville, NJ. THE ARTS CLUBS & SERVICES NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 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 30th year on Saturday, June 8 offering farm fresh produce, baked goods, gourmet prepared foods & specialty items. Hours: 9 am to 1 pm. For current information, go to www.bernardsvillefarmersmarket.com. BERNARDSVILLE GARDEN CLUB Meets third Tuesday of each month, September – May at members’ homes for breakfast or lunch. Since1930 they have beautified Bernardsville with flowers. For Info,visit bernardsvillegardenclub.com. THE BONAFIDES OF SOMERSET HILLS Founded in 1968, a diverse group of women who take an active interest in the civic & social welfare of the Somerset Hills community. Over the past 55 years, we have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through various fund-raising events & contributed back to local community charities. Business Meetings held at the Bernards Twp. Community Center, 289 S. Maple Ave., 2nd Wed. of the month. Questions, new members welcome. Interested? Contact: Co-Presidents Jacque Herold or Patty Purcell at PO Box 91, Basking Ridge or email thebonafidesofsomersethills.org. Facebook: thebonafidesofsomersethills FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER A non-profit volunteer organization committed to serving those affected by domestic abuse (24 hr emergency hotline: 866-684-1122). Funds raised to benefit Safe+Sound Somerset, a United Way agency. New members welcome. Friends of the Shelter, PO Box 23, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Upcoming : Casino Night on May 17th from 6-9:30pm. Details at friendsofthesheltersomerset.org/. For more information please email us at: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com. IMPACT100 GARDEN STATE Founded in 2013, inspired by a growing national trend in women’s collective giving. The collective giving model enables us to combine the donations of many women to award meaningful grants to local nonprofits. Members represent a mosaic of backgrounds, occupations, experiences, priorities, & interests. Together, we prove that the power of one woman multiplied by many equals an impact that can change lives. 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 yearround 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 info, visit i4v.org. Comments or questions? Email info@independenceforveterans.org or contact: Mrs.Stacia McDonough at 908-470-1930. 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 Sept–June with presenters & a wide variety of activities including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies & more. For more info visit ifcnjandny.org. or email ifcnjboard@gmail.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON & WARREN COUNTIES 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ. 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, or who need someone to provide grocery shopping or other support. Will receive training. 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. Café Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors. Job Seekers Success Group: For active job seekers focusing on strategies & issues affecting a job search. Free & open to the community. 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 of children with special needs. Meet other siblings who have similar experiences in a relaxed atmosphere. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a special needs child. An opportunity to come together with other parents who share similar experiences of parenting. Led by a LCSW w/experience working w/these families. MENDHAM SENIOR CLUB All local & surrounding town residents are invited to join & attend monthly meetings. Held 2nd & 4th Mondays, 11am Garabrant Center, Wilson St., Mendham. All open to surrounding communities. Contact Mary Cillo 201-400-7222. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to new & long-time residents in Bridgewater, Bedminster, Bernards, Basking Ridge & surrounding communities. Women, men, singles & couples welcome. We invite you to join us, make new friends & participate in a variety of activities including wine tastings, day trips, lunch & dinner dining groups, pickleball, book discussions, crafts, bridge/canasta/mah jongg & much more. You can find out more about us at NNSHClub.org & facebook.com/ Newcomers.and.Neighbors.SomersetHillsNJ. If you would like more information about our warm welcoming club and activities, please contact Carol at nnshmembership@gmail.com. “Linked” Online “Linked” Online theconnectionsnj.com 2024 “Linked” Online “Offsets” by Tina Opp

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