COMMUNITY CALENDAR theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 59 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 Visit us on Facebook or email JWCofSH@yahoo.com. njsfwc.org NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to ALL AREA RESIDENTS offering 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: At the present time, due to the Coronavirus, monthly meetings & trips have been cancelled until further notice. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Lina Calabrese at 908-234-2377. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-6295 The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County has a wide variety of in-person events, classes, & programs for all ages. From virtual youth based clubs to live cooking classes, our offerings are completely FREE & open to the public. For more information, please visit somerset.njaes.rutgers.edu SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER 202 Mount Airy Rd., Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Open to the public. For more information about the Center & programs call 908-204-3435. SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking presentation & leadership skills. Meetings held every Wednesday at noon, Somerset Hills Lutheran Church, 350 Lake Road, Basking Ridge. For information call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. LIBRARIES BERNARDS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 32 South Maple Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, 908-204-3031 www.bernardslibrary.org Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10am-9pm; Friday: 10-5pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 1pm-4pm. IN PERSON & VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING Programs for Adults, Teens & Kids! Daytime & evening book discussions, lectures, cultural escapes & storytime for kids! JOB SEARCH DATA BASES Find job listings & tools to help with your search. JobNow & VetsNow from Brainfuse has the powerful tools & expert guidance to help you through every step of the process. REFERENCE HELP Text a librarian at 908-365-0776. VIRTUAL LIBRARY Enjoy Virtual Access 24/7. Download eBooks, eAudio, eMagazines & more. Learn a new language, get homework help, or access your library account. Place holds on items, & receive courtesy emails & texts about due dates. MATERIALS AVAILABLE Downloadables - eAudio, eBooks, eMagazines, Movies, Comics, Large Type Books; Book Discussion Group Kits; Video Games; Materials for English Language Learners; Materials from M.A.I.N., the Raritan Valley Federation Libraries, Morris Union Federation Libraries; Chinese Language Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Hotspots, Puzzles THE FRIENDS The Friends of Bernards Township Library is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers dedicated to supporting & promoting the Library. Donations allow us to provide new & exciting programs for adults, teens & children, cutting-edge technology & important resources. MORRISTOWN & MORRIS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 1 Miller Road, Morristown, 973-538-6161, MMTLibrary. org, email: info@jfpl.org Open to the public Monday-Sunday with some limitations. Please visit our website or call for current information about: hours; Curbside Concierge service; Curbside Delivery; getting a library card; downloadable eBooks, audiobooks & magazines; streaming video & other services. ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: Programming now online with Zoom FREE & open to all. Please visit our website for information about registering for events for all ages. Upcoming programs include film discussions, book clubs, food programs, mindful movement exercise. EMAIL Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter at bottom of our homepage to know about library news. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: See our channel, Morristown and Morris Township Library for recordings of library lectures, children’s storytimes & reviews by Library staff. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES: Every Tuesday & first & third Saturday of each month, 10am2pm. Sales held upstairs in F.M. Kirby Art Gallery. Cash or checks only. Donations accepted INSIDE Library ONLY. Please visit Library, our website or call or email the Friends: friends@mmt.mainlib.orgus for more details. NOTE: NEW EBOOK AND EAUDIOBOOK SERVICE: For patrons who use downloadable eBooks & eAudiobooks, we are moving from CloudLibrary to Libby (Overdrive). Please see our website or ask a staff member for more information. SCLSNJ PEAPACK & GLADSTONE LIBRARY BRANCH Peapack Gladstone Municipal Complex, School Street, Peapack, 908-458-8440, sclsnj.org Registration required for most programs. For registration assistance call 908-458-8440. Program dates & times subject to change. For complete program information or to register visit SCLSNJ.org NOTE: Library is offering virtual & in-person programming. Programs listed are either virtual or at the Library - location is noted at the end of each program listing. NOTE: Library will be closed February 21. FAMILY PROGRAMS Gift of Story, February 10, 4:30-5:15pm. (virtual) Mug Dessert Making, February 12, 2-4pm. (Library) CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS SOARING Into Kindergarten: (Ages 4-5 & caregivers) • Singing: February 2, 10:30-11:30am. (Library) • Reading: February 9, 10:30-11:30am. (Library) • Writing: February 16, 10:30-11:30am. (Library) • Playing: February 23, 10:30-11:30am. (Library) • Self-Help and Motor Skills: March 2, 10:3011:30am. (Library) Meet the Author: Graphic Novelist Jerry Craft (Grades 2-7), February 22, 4:30-5:30pm. (virtual) Read to a Therapy Dog (Grades K-4), February 26; March 19; 10:30-11:30am. (Library) TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS African Rope Jewelry Making: (Grades 6-12) February 24, 5-6pm. (Library) ADULT PROGRAMS Meet the Author: Sheryll Cashin - The Landmark Story of Interracial Love and Marriage: February 10, 7-8pm. (virtual) Music of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War, February 16, 7-8pm. (virtual) Disabilities Social Hour, February 28; March 28; 6:30-7:30pm. (Library) Cooking With Chef Rob: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by Baking Popular Irish Treats, March 3, 7-8pm. (virtual) The Evolution of the American Woman: Fashion from 1830-1920, March 7, 6:30-7:30pm. (Library) Planning for Children With a Disability, March 8, 6:30-7:30pm. (virtual) FEBRUARY – MARCH 2022
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