The Connections Bernards Ridge Edition November 2020

COMMUNITY CALENDAR NOVEMBER - DECEMBER - JANUARY theconnectionsnj.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 PAGE 59 Job Seekers Success Group: Wednesdays, 7-9pm via Zoom, December 2, January 6, February 3. Free of charge & open to the community. Relaxation Group: Learn & practice stress reduction exercises (stress busters) in FREE weekly Zoom meet- ing & phone calls. Attendance limited. For more infor- mation or to register please contact Debra Rimmer at Debrar@jewishfamilysvc.org & leave your name, phone#, reason for joining. Expanding Horizon Programs: Social Learning Group: 10-week program, meets on Sundays, focuses on social, relationship & communica- tion 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 & sis- ters of children with special needs. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a spe- cial needs child. Led by a licensed clinical social worker. Social Club for Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome or Developmental Challenges: Group meets twice a month. Sibling Support Group: Peer Support for brothers & sis- ters of children with special needs. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a spe- cial needs child. Led by a licensed clinical social worker. 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 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 theCoronavirus, monthly meetings & trips have been CANCELLED 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 every Tuesday morning via Zoom. To attend virtual meetings please contact John Surano, Club President at Jfsurano2@aol.com for email instructions. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY NOTE: Office is closed to the pub- lic due to COVID-19. Rutgers Master Gardeners are no longer accepting plant, insect, or soil sam- ples. They are open for questions by email at: rcemastergardener@co.somerset.nj.us. Please keep all submitted file sizes below 2 MB. For more informa - tion, please visit somerset.njaes.rutgers.edu/garden. \ SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER 202 Mount Airy Rd., Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Open Monday-Friday 9am-3pm. All seniors welcome to participate in all activities. NOTE: Visit www.co.somerset . nj.us for updates & virtual program schedules. Virtual Program Schedule: Nov 19 – “Monthly Book Club”, 12:30pm Nov 24 – “Unsinkable? Unthinkable! Titanic Story” by Meg Wastie, 11am Dec 1 – “The Bee’s Knees” by Adele Barree, 11am Dec 8 – “Troubadour Tales” by Gordon Thomas Ward, 11am Dec 15 – “Alzheimer’s Signs, Symptoms & Treatment” by Nicolette Vasco, 11am Dec 17 – “Monthly Book Club”, 12:30pm Dec 22 – “Paintings of Matisse” by artist April Zay, 11am Dec 29 – “Party in the Middle Ages” by Michael Norris, 11am SOMERSET HILLS MOMS 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 helps develop public speaking presentation & leadership skills. Meetings held virtually every Wednesday at noon on Zoom. For sign on information call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. LIBRARIES BERNARDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 12 Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville, 908-766-0118. NOTE: Library is open on abbreviated schedule - check website, bernardsvillelibrary. org 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, visit: MMTLibrary. org, email: info@jfpl.org NOTE: Please visit our website or call for current information about hours, curbside delivery, getting a library card, & other services. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES: NOTE: Currently suspended. No book donations accepted at this time. ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: NOTE: All programming now virtual/online, FREE & open to all. Please visit our website www.MMTLibrary.org for information on how to register for Book Clubs (All Ages), Meditation, Film Discussions, Storytime & other programs. SCLSNJ PEAPACK & GLADSTONE LIBRARY BRANCH SCLSNJ’s Virtual Explore from Home 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 November 26, 27 December 24, 25, 31; January 1, 18. Please note Library hours are subject to change. VIRTUAL FAMILY PROGRAMS Myths and Legends of the Ancient World: (Families with children) December 2, 1-2pm. Holidays Around the World: December 5, 10-10:45am. Teen Classical Music Night: (All ages) December 7, 6:30-7:30pm. VIRTUAL CHILDREN PROGRAMS STEAM: 3D Snowflake: (Grades 1-4) December 1, 4:30-5:15pm. Elephant and Piggie Performance: (Grades K-3 & their caregivers) December 15, 5-5:30pm. American Sign Language Storytime: (Ages birth - 5 years & their caregivers) January 26, 10:30-11am. VIRTUAL TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS Learn to Crochet an Infinity Scarf: (Grades 6-12) December 2, 4-5pm. Penguin Plunder: A Honey Heist Adventure: (Grades 6-12) December 8, 6-8pm. Teen Paint Night: Watercolor Snowy Cabin: (Grades 6-12) December 9, 6:30-8pm. Figure Drawing: (Grades 6-12) December 12, 2-3:30pm. VIRTUAL ADULT PROGRAMS Fraud Watch Network Basics: Presented by Cristina Anastasio of AARP: December 4, 2-3pm. Christmas Lights of New York City: Presented by Mario Medici: December 9, 7-8pm. NASA’s Next Mars Mission Perseverance: The Mars 2020 Rover - Presented by Paul Cirillo; January 11, 7-8pm. How to Break Up With Your Clutter: Presented by Jamie Novak; January 13, 7-8pm. Self-Care: Filling Up Your Cup - New Year, New You : January 27, 7-8pm.