theconnectionsnj.com HOME & DESIGN PAGE 75 RETIRED REGISTERED NURSES GROUP A social & informative monthly meeting of retired Registered Nurses in this area. Meetings are held either the first or second Tuesday of the month at the Somerset County Library, Vogt Drive, Bridgewater from 10:15am-12pm. For more information email karwhit46@gmail.com. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 908-526-6295 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 info, visit somersetcounty4h@co.somerset.nj.us. SHADOWFAX BRIDGE CLUB 679 Bartley Road Chester Township, NJ A friendly, local bridge club hosts duplicate bridge sessions every Tues., Wed., & Fri. Pairs or beginners welcome; private lessons with an ACBL certified teacher available. Singles invited-friendly, suitable partners (including Life Masters) guaranteed if you need. Tues-free lesson hand played & discussed 9:30am, followed by a game limited to players with less than 750 masterpoints, 10am with play completed by 1pm. Wed. & Fri. games open to players of all levels, 10am. These sessions, more hands played, include a short break at noon (bring lunch), play ending 2pm. Card Fees $10 per player for regular games. Visit bridgewebs.com/shadowfax or call us at 908-879-3895. SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER Senior Wellness Center at Basking Ridge 202 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Somerset County-operated senior wellness centers offer a nutritionally-balanced lunch (4 different daily menu choices) for a suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone age 60 & above. Multi-purpose facilities offer a variety of activities, incl. educational programs, health & wellness information, & a stimulating social setting. Come join us Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm for a variety of academic, health, & wellness opportunities. Programs are FREE for registered members unless indicated otherwise. The Somerset County Office for Aging and Disability Services operates county-operated senior wellness centers and seniors can reach out for help at 1-888-747-1122. SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking, presentation & leadership skills. Online meetings held every Wed. at noon. Info, call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. WOMEN WHO WRITE, INC. Regional women writers’ organization & nonprofit corporation with writing groups that meet throughout New Jersey. Its goal is to assist women writers in every phase of the writing process – with critique groups, workshops, & discussions. To become a member or see upcoming events, visit womenwhowrite.org/membership. BERNARDS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 32 South Maple Street Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 908-204-3031 or bernardslibrary.org. Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10am-9pm; Friday & Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 1pm-4pm. IN PERSON & VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING: Programs for Adults, Teens and Kids. Daytime and evening book discussions, lectures, cultural escapes and storytime for kids! JOB SEARCH DATA BASES:Find job listings and tools to help you with your search. NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 REFERENCE HELP: Email: reference@bernardslibrary.org Call: 908-204-3031 x4 Text: 908-365-0776 VIRTUAL LIBRARY: Enjoy Virtual Access 24/7. Download Audiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines and more. Learn a new language, get homework help, or access your library account. Place holds on items, and receive courtesy emails and texts about due dates. MATERIALS AVAILABLE: Downloadables – Audiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, Movies, Comics, Music; Large Type Books, Book Discussion Group Kits, Museum Passes, Video Games, Materials for English Language Learners, Materials from Main Library Alliance, the Raritan Valley Federation Libraries, and the Morris Union Federation Libraries, Chinese Language Books, Magazines and Newspapers, Local History Collection; Library of Things – collection of non-traditional, circulating items (i.e. tools, electronics, and more!) THE FRIENDS: The Friends of Bernards Township Library is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers dedicated to supporting and promoting the Library. Donations allow us to provide new and exciting programs, cutting-edge technology and important resources. To volunteer or learn more, please email friends@bernardslibrary.org or visit BernardsLibrary.org/support. BERNARDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Anderson Hill Rd. Bernardsville, NJ 07924 908-766-0118 or bernardsvillelibrary.org. Fall/Winter Hours: Mon-Wed 10am-8pm; Thurs-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm; Sun 1pm-5pm IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES: Fall/Winter events include: storytimes, author visits, yoga and meditation classes, “swap days” (cookies, books, plants and more!), book clubs, lectures, concerts, teen events and so much more! Visit our website for complete list of offering and registration details. STAY CONNECTED : Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. Sign up to receive our e-newsletter on our website. ONLINE RESOURCES : E-books, eAudiobooks and digital magazines available through Libby (Overdrive). Movies, TV and music available to download through Hoopla. Multiple Research and Learning programs also available, including MANGO, Heritage Quest and Peterson’s Test & Career Prep. Access the Wall Street Journal and New York Times for free! Browse our catalog and place holds from the comfort of your home! MORRISTOWN & MORRIS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 1 Miller Road, Morristown 973-538-6161, MMTLibrary. org, or email info@jfpl.org. Hours: Mon.-Thurs.: 9am-9pm; Fri. & Sat.: 9am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S BOOK CLUBS & PROGRAMS: Our events are both in-person & on Zoom – all are free & open to everyone! You do not need to live in Morristown or Morris Township to attend. Visit our website MMTLibrary.org for info about a wide variety of offerings for kids, teens & adults. Summer 2024 events include; yoga, qigong, film nights, lectures, stamp club, chess club, book clubs, toddler story times, kids’ crafts, The Morristown Festival of Books and much, much more! FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES: Our popular used book sales are every Tues., & 1st & 3rd Sats. of the month 10am2pm, Sept-June. Cash or checks only please. Book & media donations happily accepted inside the Library during all open hours. hours. Donations or volunteering, email the Friends at friends@mmt.mainlib.org or visit our website: MMTLibrary.org/ about-us/friends-of-the-library/. Lots of great new inventory added weekly! EBOOK, EAUDIOBOOK, DIGITAL MAGAZINES & STREAMING VIDEO: EBooks, digital magazines & eAudiobooks through Libby (Overdrive). Patrons also have access to streaming movies through Kanopy & Spanish language films & games through The Shelf. We’re pleased to be able to now offer online access to the WSJ & NYT! See website or ask a Reference staff member for more info. You can remotely access your local library all around the world! CAROLINE R. FOSTER NORTH JERSEY HISTORY & GENEALOGY CENTER: The Library has one of the best local history collections in the state of NJ! Visit us in person, online or email us njhgc@ mmt.mainlib.org to find out more about your family, historic home, or neighborhood. We have many digitized photos & research databases available online. NOT JUST BOOKS: We have an extensive “Library of Things” collection available to borrow including technology & photography devices; a Cricut & crafting equipment; pickleball & sporting equipment & much more. Check out our great collection of beautiful jigsaw puzzles! Museum Passes are very popular for many area attractions. (Collections for MMT cardholders 18+ only, please.) SCLSNJ PEAPACK & GLADSTONE LIBRARY BRANCH Peapack Gladstone Municipal Complex School Street, Peapack 908-458-8440, sclsnj.org. Facebook, Instagram, X, or YouTube SCLSNJ’s Programs For a complete list of programs &/or to register, visit SCLSNJ.org, & on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. Programs hosted virtually & available to all branches. Equal access to public accommodations. In person Signature Events: These programs are hosted in person. Registration is requested. Explore more programs at sclsnj.libnet.info/events. Bessie Coleman: Fly! Bessie, Fly! Portrayed by Daisy Century from American Historical Theater-Learn more about Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to become a licensed airplane pilot and the first American to hold an international pilot license. February 1, 2-3 p.m., at the Warren Township branch. February 27, 6-7 p.m., at the Montgomery branch. Songs of Liberation and Love Performed by Rhonda Denét Music: February 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., at the Hillsborough branch Celebrate the African American experience with Songs of Liberation and Love, from the 1930s through the 1970s. Virtual Programs: These programs are hosted virtually. Most programs require registration. Visit SCLSNJ.org. To join a virtual program by phone, dial (646) 876-9923. After dialing, you will be prompted to enter a meeting ID, which is unique for every event. The meeting ID is the series of numbers at the end of the Zoom link posted for each event. Antarctica Presented by Phil and Becky Witt: December 4, 7-8pm. Explore the Earth’s southernmost and least-populated continent. The December 1914 Christmas Truce Presented by Bruce Tucker: December 9, 7-8pm. Learn about one of the most famous and mythologized events of the First World War. Discover its precedence and its connection with 21st century modern warfare. “Glenn Miller Declassified” by Author Dennis M. Spragg: January 15, 7-8pm. Discover one of the most popular and successful musicians of the 20th century and the big band era. Explore Available Office on Aging Services Presented by the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services: January 22, 7-8pm. Learn about financial assistance programs and in-home services to promote the independence of older adults living in the community. Between a Rock and a Hard Place - Overturning Every Stone to Break Through Your Brick Wall: January 23, 7-8pm. Discover tips and strategies to find that elusive ancestor whose records have been lost due to courthouse fires, natural disasters, or late records collection dates. How to Be Your Own Professional Organizer - What an Expert Would Toss: January 28, 7-8pm. Learn insider secrets from an industry expert. Make fast progress and set yourself up for lasting results. Dancing in the Dark - A History of Dance in the Movies Presented by Brian Rose: January 29, 7-8pm. Explore 130 years of movie dance performances and how they demonstrate the extraordinary ways cinema brought dance to life. Seneca Village Presented by Sylvia Laudien-Meo: February 3, 7-8pm. Explore thousands of artifacts that offer valuable clues to better understand this extraordinary community that existed in the early 19th century in New York City. Yosemite and Grand Canyon National Parks Presented by Chris McCormack: February 5, 7-8pm. Discover stunning landscapes and must-see spots. Learn practical tips on avoiding crowds, finding the best trails, and making the most of a visit to these iconic destinations. Unsung Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement Presented by Dr. Bill Thierfelder: February 10, 7-8:30pm. Celebrate Black History Month and the unsung heroes in the fight for equality who helped reshape the American scene. Madam C. J. Walker - The First Black Female Millionaire Presented by Rick Feingold: February 12, 7-8pm. Explore the life of this American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist during Black History Month. A Night at the Oscars - Best Picture Spotlight Presented by Dr. Annette Bochenek: February 25, 7-8pm. Get red carpet-ready and delve into the history of the best picture category with a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. For additional assistance, call (908) 845-8400. 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