COMMUNITY CALENDAR theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 66 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL 908-903-1799 EVENTS THE ARTS THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 For information, gallery hours & to register for classes, contact Cyndi Wish, Executive Director at 908-234-2345, ext. 100, info@ccabedminster.org or visit ccabedminster.org. Upcoming Exhibit September 30 – December 9, 2022 Northeast Feltmakers Guild Juror: Wes Sherman Misogyny Papers: Victor Davson Curated by Cynthia Hawkins Opening: Friday, September 30, 6-8pm FARMSTEAD ARTS CENTER All events take place on the historic Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead, 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Art, Photography & Guitar classes held throughout the year. For more information about upcoming events & classes visit www.farmsteadartscenter.org, email admin@farmsteadarts.org or call 908.636.7576. Upcoming Events Farmstead Gala Saturday, October 1, 5 – 9pm. Anniversary Celebration with fine food, cocktails, entertainment, and more! Visit website for more information. Theater in the English Barn Leading Ladies – a comedy by Ken Ludwig – presented by Lord Stirling Theater Company: October 21, 22, 28, 29, 7:30pm; October 23, 30, 4pm. Purchase tickets at our website or www.farmsteadarts.eventbrite.com Art Show in the Farm House The Beginning, The Middle, And The End featuring works by Margaret Fanning September 25 – October 30. Opening Reception September 25, 1 – 4pm. STUDIO 7 FINE ART GALLERY 5 Morristown Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924. 908-963-0365, studio7artgallery.com. Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10-4. UPCOMING EXHIBIT: Travelogue Oil paintings by Gary Godbee October 1 - November 30, 2022 Artists Reception Friday, October 7, 6-9pm CLUBS & SERVICES AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Monthly meetings held virtually. Visit autoimmunegroup.com for dates & times or email autoimmunegroup@gmail.comings BASKING RIDGE GARDEN CLUB Meets first Monday of the month, 9:30 am, September – May, Somerset County Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. For more information visit brgcnj.com. BERNARDS LIONS CLUB International non-profit organization of dedicated men & women serving Bernardsville & Bernards Township community. Lions’ core charity is helping sight impaired locally & around the world. Club is also community focused; helping those in need, supporting our schools, police, fire/rescue, & fostering community well-being. Meetings held first & third Tuesday of the month, 6:30pm, Café Rustica, 3188 Valley Rd., Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. New members always welcome. Visit e-clubhouse.org/sites/bernards/ or write us at The Bernards Lions Club PO Box 352, Bernardsville, NJ 07924. BERNARDSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE “Linked” Online Welcoming new members from Bernardsville & neighboring towns. Contact the Chamber at 908-766-9900, info@bvillechamber.com & visit bernardsvillechamberofcommerce.com to check our calendar for meetings & special events. BERNARDSVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET NJ Transit Station Parking Lot, Route 202 & Claremont Road, Bernardsville. Open Saturdays through December 17 (except 10/15 & 11/26). Variety of farm fresh produce, baked goods, gourmet prepared foods & specialty items. For more information visit facebook.com/BernardsvilleFarmersMarket & instagram.com/ bernardsvillefarmersmarket. BERNARDSVILLE GARDEN CLUB Meets third Tuesday of each month, September – May at members’ homes for breakfast or lunch. Since 1930 they have beautified Bernardsville with flowers, including their Mum Sale each fall. For Information visit bernardsvillegardenclub.com. THE BONAFIDES OF SOMERSET HILLS Diverse group of women who take active interest in civic & social welfare of Somerset Hills community. Meetings held 2nd Wednesday of the month at Bernards Township Community Center, 289 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. New members welcome. For more information and to join contact Co-Presidents Jacque Herold or Patty Purcell at PO Box 91, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 or email- www.thebonafidesofsomersethills.org or facebook - www.facebook.com/thebonafidesofsomersethills THE FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER A non-profit volunteer organization committed to serving those affected by domestic abuse (24 hour emergency hotline: 866-684-1122). Funds are raised to benefit Safe+Sound Somerset, a United Way agency. New members welcome. For more information and/or to join a meeting email: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com or call Terry Thompson at 908-766-9844. NOTE: Meetings are virtual the first Monday of each month, 12:15pm. Upcoming Events: Author Luncheon at Natirar, Wednesday, October 12. INDEPENDENCE FOR VETERANS A registered 501c-3 nonprofit based in Bedminster, NJ. Charity organization is community focused, & supports the local 200+ homeless veterans residing at 2 transitional housing facilities by providing food, brand new cloth ing, toiletries, & necessities. Several designated Food & Clothing Drives are held year-round with many Somerset County businesses participating. All items collected are hand-delivered by dedicated volunteers. Organization is currently fundraising to afford housing for these brave veterans. For further information visit i4v.org. Comments or questions? Email info@independenceforveterans.org or contact: Mrs. Stacia McDonough at 908-470-1930. Current Campaign: Operation Giveback – Requesting each American to donate $1.00 to assist homeless veterans. That’s $300+ million that could solve homelessness amongst the brave veterans. INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB (IFC) “Linked” Online Social club for foreign national women currently residing in the United States & American women who have lived internationally. Club fosters cultural understanding, promotes formation of social ties within the international community, provides a place to share mutual experiences through a variety of interests & activities. Monthly coffee mornings held September – June with presenters & wide variety of activities available including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies. For more info visit www.ifcnjandny.org or email ifcnjboard@gmail.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON & WARREN COUNTIES “Linked” Online 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 Unless otherwise noted, for information or to register for programs & events, contact Elise Prezant, JFS at 908-725-7799 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org, Admin@JewishFamilySvc.org or jewishfamilysvc.org Volunteers Needed: Be a caring home visitor supporting seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cognitive 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: Wednesdays, Sept 7, Nov 2, Dec 12, 7-9pm via ZOOM. Free of charge and open to the community. Expanding Horizon Programs Social Learning Group: 10-week program, meeting on Sundays, 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 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 SENIOR CLUB Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays 11am Garabrant Center on Wilson St., Mendham. Upcoming Event: Lake Hopatcong Luncheon Boat Cruise, September 8; Christmas Luncheon, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Dec. 13. For details & deadlines call Mary Cillo 201-400-7222 or Mary.cillo@cbmoves.com Last Light, Tucson by Gary Godbee, oil on linen, 16”x20” SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER - NOVEMBER 2022
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