The Connection Magazines Bernards-Ridge Edition Feb-March 2021

COMMUNITY CALENDAR FEBRUARY – MARCH theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 51 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 Sibling Support Group: Peer Support for brothers & sisters of children with special needs Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a special needs child. Led by a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with families of special needs children. JUNIOR WOMEN’S CLUB OF SOMERSET HILLS Mission: To actively participate in community service projects & contribute to local organizations in need. Meetings held first Tuesday of the month at various locations throughout Basking Ridge, Bernardsville & Warren.Visit us on Facebook or email JWCofSH@yahoo.com. http://njsfwc.org/ MENDHAM SENIORS CLUB Upcoming Events: contact Mary Dangler Cillo at 201-400-7222 or Mary.Cillo@cbmoves.com NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to ALL AREA RESIDENTS offering a variety of activities including wine tasting, dining out, book discussion, day trips, bridge/canasta/ Mahjong & more. Visit us at NNSHClub.org or see us at facebook.com/Newcomers & Neighbors of Somerset Hills NJ. PEAPACK GLADSTONE HAPPY ROCKERS NOTE: Due to the Coronavirus, all monthly meetings & bus trips have been SUSPENDED until further notice. If you have any questions, contact Lina Calabrese at 908-234-2377. ROTARY CLUB OF THE SOMERSET HILLS “Service Above Self”- NOTE: Meets virtually every other Tuesday, 4pm. For monthly dates or other information about the club, email John Surano, Club President at Jfsurano@aol.com. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY NOTE: Office is closed to the public due to COVID-19. The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County has a wide variety of online events, classes, & programs for all ages in 2021. From virtual youth based clubs to live cooking classes, our online offerings are completely FREE & open to the public. For more information, please visit somerset.njaes.rutgers.edu SOMERSET HILLS MOMS CLUB Looking for some family fun? Check our monthly calendar of activities for moms & kids - moms’ nights out, playdates, book club gatherings, & more. Special events throughout the year to celebrate holidays & other occasions. For information on how to join, please email: somersethillsmoms@gmail.com . SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking presentation & leadership skills. Meetings held virtually every Wednesday at noon via Zoom. For sign on information call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. LIBRARIES BERNARDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville, 908-766- 0118, bernardsvillelibrary.org NOTE: Library is open on abbreviated schedule – check website for hours. Curbside or “Grab & Go” circulation continues to allow patrons who want to have limited interaction inside the library to get library materials. Facemasks are required for anyone entering the building. There will be no more than 40 patrons allowed in at one time. Time inside the building may be limited if others are waiting to enter. [The open schedule & requirements may change from time to time if conditions & government mandates require it.] MORRISTOWN & MORRIS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 1 Miller Road, Morristown, 973-538-6161, MMTLibrary. org, email: info@jfpl.org NOTE: Please visit our website or call for current information about hours, curbside concierge service, curbside delivery, getting a library card & other activities. ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: NOTE: All programming now virtual/online, FREE & open to all. Please visit our website for information on how to register for Book Clubs (All Ages), Author Events, History Lectures, Film Discussions & other programs. Visit our YouTube channel for our virtual programming. EMAIL Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter at bottom of our homepage to know about our virtual programs. SCLSNJ PEAPACK & GLADSTONE LIBRARY BRANCH Peapack Gladstone Municipal Complex, School Street, Peapack, 908-458-8440, sclsnj.org SCLSNJ’s Virtual Explore fromHome Branch: All programs listed are virtual unless otherwise indicated. Registration required. Programs subject to change. For complete list of programs &more information visit SCLSNJ.org NOTE: Library will be closed February 15 for President’s Day. Please note Library hours are subject to change. Virtual Family Programs Music, Bubble, and Comedy Show: March 9, 4:30- 5:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4652088. Meet the Author: Debbie Levy - Writing RBG: March 10, 1-2pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644913. Virtual Children’s Programs Meet Dr. King: (Grades K-5) February 1, 6:30-7:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651445. Chinese Knots and Paper Cutting Workshop: (Grades 3 & up) February 10, 6:30-7:30pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4646912. George Washington Carver and Friends: (Grades Pre-K - 5), February 12, 3-3:45pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651449. Let It Shine: The American Civil Rights Movement 1955-1968: (Grades 3 & up) February 23, 4:30-5:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651456. Meet the Author: Gordon Korman: (Grades 2 & up), February 24, 1-1:45pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644903. Spin, Pop, Boom: (Grades 2 & up), March 4, 6:30- 7:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4650066. Virtual Tween and Teen Programs Meet the Author: Rita Williams-Garcia: (Grades 6-12) February 2, 1-2pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4674792. Art Workshop: Creating Texture and Effects: (Grades 6-12) March 3, 5-6:30pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4717977. Intro to Robotics: Storm the Castle: (Grades 6-12) March 11, 5-6:30pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4674784. Virtual Adult Programs Overcoming Chronic Pain: Dr. Gene Ketselman: February 5, 3-4pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644399. Meet the Author: Caroline Fraser: February 8, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4562172 . James Joyce and Literary Modernism: March 10, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4531198. Immune Health: Presented by Dr. Cedrick Batchateu: March 12, 2-3:30pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4703444. New Jersey’s Role in Computing History: Presented by Evan Koblentz: March 29, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4590392 .