a special needs child. An opportunity to come together with other parents who share similar experiences of parenting. Led by a LCSW with experience working with these families. LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF SOMERSET COUNTY (LVSC) 120 Finderne Avenue, Box 7 Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Teach ESL to a local adult! No experience required. Training provided. Through a network of trained volunteer tutors, LVSC helps adults in Somerset County learn to read, write, and communicate in English. Virtual and in-person FREE programs: One-to-One Tutoring; English Conversation Groups; and U.S. Citizenship Preparation Support. VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED: training provided fall, winter, spring & summer. To become a tutor, to register for services, or to learn more please visit literacysomerset.org or call (908) 725-5430. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to new & longtime residents in Bridgewater, Bedminster, Bernards, Basking Ridge & surrounding communities. Women, men, singles & couples welcome. We invite you to join us, make new friends & participate in a variety of activities including wine tastings, day trips, lunch & dinner dining groups, pickleball, book discussions, crafts, bridge/canasta/mah jongg & much more. You can find out more about us at NNSHClub.org & facebook.com/Newcomers.and.Neighbors.SomersetHillsNJ. If you would like more information about our warm welcoming club and activities, please contact Carol at nnshmembership@gmail.com. NOT IN THE FACE KICKBALL LEAGUE Recreational kickball league for women over 40. Once a week, 6-8pm, Martinsville, NJ. For more information email: NITFKickball@gmail.com PIECED TOGETHER QUILTERS Website: www.piecedtogetherquilters.org Meetings: SBBJCC, Talamini Road, Bridgewater Meeting Time and Dates: 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm-8:30pm We offer HYBRID meetings (the in-person meetings offer a virtual aspect). RETIRED REGISTERED NURSES GROUP A social & informative monthly meeting of retired Registered Nurses who live in the area. Meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month at the Somerset County Library, Vogt Drive, Bridgewater from 10:15am-12pm. For more information email scroteau1@optonline.net NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road Bridgewater, NJ; 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 SAFE + SOUND SOMERSET Helps survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence with compassionate, trained professional help. Assistance is offered 24 hours a day – 7 days a week – 365 days a year at 866-685-1122. Our Helpline is the gateway to survivor-centered services that provide safety, hope and healing from the trauma of abuse and violence. 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. 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, visit womenwhowrite.org/membership Upcoming Events: Winter Gathering - Member Only! Save the Date: Saturday, February 17th for our annual Women Who Write Winter Gathering Brunch, from 1-4PM. Join us: MEMBERSHIP | womenwhowrite ZUFALL HEALTH CENTER 71 Fourth St., Somerville, NJ 08876, 908-526-2335. Non-profit provider of medical, dental, behavioral health & educational services. Visit zufallhealth.org for more info or call for an appointment. Se Habla Espanol. SCLSNJ BRIDGEWATER/ SOMERVILLE LIBRARY BRANCHES Bridgewater Branch: 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ 08844, 908-458-8415, sclsnj.org Somerville Branch: 35 West End Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 908-458-8445, sclsnj.org SCLSNJ’s Programs For a complete list of programs &/or to register visit SCLSNJ.org., and on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. The programs will be hosted virtually & are available to all branches. Most programs request registration. “Walk With Me” by Kate Clifford Larson: Feb. 1, 7-8pm.Explore the life of Fannie Lou Hamer who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful voices of the civil & voting rights movements for African Americans. African Americans in Space Presented by Dr. Bill Thierfelder: Feb. 7, 7-8:30pm. Discover some of the remarkable African Americans who’ve helped shape America’s space program and who’ve introduced millions to the wonders of the Universe. The Tuskegee Airmen - America’s First Black Pilots: Feb. 12, 7-8pm. Explore the history of the formation of the Tuskegee Airmen, the unit’s wartime accomplishments, and the unit’s overall effect on American society. “A Look into Manville’s Past” by Kathryn Quick: Feb. 13, 7-8pm. Learn about Manville’s interesting history and evolution through wonderful photos, stories, and relics from community residents. Art by African Americans - From the Protest of the ‘60s to the Age of Black Lives Matter: Feb. 15, 7-8pm.Celebrate the rich contributions these pioneers made to American culture and examine some of the work that continues to astonish art lovers today. A Look at Black History Through Jazz Presented by Sanford Josephson: Feb. 21, 7-8pm. Explore black history through the lens of jazz with author and editor of Jersey Jazz magazine, Sanford Josephson. Tina Turner-Queen of Rock Presented by Vinnie Bruno: Feb. 27, 7-8:30pm. Explore the life of iconic rocker Tina Turner as she found success in the rhythm and blues, soul, and rock genres in a career that spanned five decades. The Lunch Counter Sit-In Movement of 1960 Presented by Professor Christopher Schmidt: Feb. 28, 7-8pm.Explore this defining moment of the civil rights movement and how it fits into the continuing history of struggles for equal access to public accommodations. “Flight Paths” by Rebecca Heisman: Feb. 29, 7-8pm. Discover some surprising stories from the history of bird migration research and understand why migration is so crucial for bird conservation. For add’l assistance, (908) 845-8400. To discover all SCLSNJ has to offer, visit SCLSNJ.org or connect with SCLSNJ on Facebook, Instagram, X, or YouTube. 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