The Connections Bernards Ridge Edition Sep/Oct/Nov 2021

COMMUNITY CALENDAR theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 75 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER Volunteers Needed: Be a caring home visitor supporting seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cogni- tive stimulation or are frail & need assistance with grocery shopping, etc. 9 hour orientation & training program over 3 evenings. Cafe Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors Job Seekers Success Group: A group for active job seekers Wednesday, September 1, October 6, November 3, 7-9pm via ZOOM. Free of charge & open to the community. Relaxation Group: Learn & practice stress reduction exercises (stress busters) in FREE weekly phone calls. Attendance lim- ited. For more information or to register please contact Debra Rimmer at Debrar@jewishfamilysvc.org & leave your name, phone#, reason for joining. Pop-In: Teen Hangout: Open to middle & high schoolers. Play virtual games together Group meets every other week. For more information, email Kateg@jewishfamilysvc.org . Expanding Horizon Programs Social Learning Group: 10-week program, meeting on Sun- days, 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. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a special needs child. Led by a licensed clinical social worker with expe- rience 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. 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/Newcom- ers & 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. ROTARY CLUB OF THE SOMERSET HILLS “Service Above Self”- Meets every other Tuesday. For meeting dates or other informa- tion email Lauren Carpenter, Club President at lauren@carpsonline.net. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 908-526-6295 Our office has re- opened! The Rutgers Cooperative Ex- tension of Somerset County has a wide variety of in-person events, classes, & programs for all ages in 2021. 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. NOTE: All programs currently virtual. For more information about the Center & programs call Kristen Grieco at 908-204-3435 or visit co.somerset.nj.us. 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 BERNARDS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 32 South Maple Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, 908-204-3031 www.bernardslibrary.org NOTE: Appointments no longer required! Hours (effective September 7, 2021) 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 guid- ance 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, eMaga- zines & 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, Com- ics, Music Large Type Books; Book Discussion Group Kits; Vid- eo Games; Materials for English Language Learners; Materials from M.A.I.N., the Raritan Valley Federation Libraries, Morris Union Federation Libraries; Chinese Language Books, Maga- zines, Newspapers, Hotspots, Puzzles FIND US IN THE PARK Enjoy a walk in Pleasant Valley Park & read a delightful chil- dren's book with BTL's StoryWalk® installations. Pages from a book are attached to signs along a path & questions are post- ed to stimulate discussion & observation. THE FRIENDS The Friends of Bernards Township Library is a non-profit or- ganization 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 & maga- zines; streaming video and other services. ADULT, TEEN & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: Programming now online with Zoom or outdoors - FREE & open to all. Please visit our website for information about registering for events for all ages. Outdoor yoga & quigong (tai chi) classes will continue through late fall. Upcoming programs include a film & theater history lecture series, book clubs, poetry reading. EMAIL Newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter at bottom of our homepage to know about library news. YOUTUBE CHANNEL: See our channel, Morristown and Mor- ris Township Library for recordings of library lectures, children’s storytimes & reviews by Library staff. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALES: Used book sales have resumed each Tuesday & first & third Saturday of the month. Sales will be held outdoors (weather permitting) or in our lobby,. Please visit Library or call us for more details each week. 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 SCLNJ's Programs Important Notice: Library is still in process of transitioning to of- fering more in-person programs. Programs listed are either virtual or at the Library - location is noted at end of each program listing. NOTE: Library will be closed September 6; November 25, 26. FAMILY PROGRAMS Family Outdoor Movie Night - Tom and Jerry: September 10, 7-8:45pm (Library) Fiesta With Flor: September 18, 10-10:40am (Virtual) A Tour Through Mexico: September 22, 4:30-5:15pm (Virtual) CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Meet the Author • Kelly Yang: (Grades 3-7) September 30, 6:30-7:15pm (Virtual) • Lauren Tarshis: (Grades 2 & up) November 30, 4:30- 5:30pm (Virtual) TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS Choosing the Best College: (Grades 9-12) September 16, 6-7pm (Virtual) Comics Step-by-Step With Gale Galligan: (Grades 4-12) October 4, 4:30-5:15pm Alvin Ailey • Hip Hop Workshop: (Grades 9-12) October 6, 5-6pm (Virtual) • West African Dance Workshop: (Grades 6-8) November 4, 5-6pm (Virtual) Meet the Author - Nic Stone: (Grades 8-12) October 13, 5-6pm (Virtual) Meet Alex Boniello and Michael Lee Brown of Dear Evan Hansen: (Grades 6-12) October 28, 5-6pm (Virtual) ADULT PROGRAMS Get to Know Your County's Business Partnership - Pre- sented by SCBP President and CEO, Chris Edwards: September 15, 7-8pm (Virtual) Legends of Liberty Hall - Presented by Hannah Gaston, Liberty Hall Museum Educator: October 18, 7-8pm (Virtual) Winter Adaptations - Presented by the Somerset County Park Commission: November 4, 7-8pm (Virtual) Meet the Author - Joe Sharkey: November 9, 7-8pm Virtual) Native American Folkways - Presented by Historic Cold Spring Village: November 23, 7-8 pm (Virtual)