work style, flexible hours based on population served. Welcoming & supportive team environment with group/individual supervision included & ongoing CEU training. A non-profit, social service agency striving to preserve & strengthen the quality of individual & family life all faiths & beliefs in our tri-county community. Café Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors. Job Seekers Success Group: A group for active job seekers that focuses on strategies & issues affecting a job search. Free of charge, open to the community. More info-call x108. Expanding Horizon Programs: Social Learning Group: A 10-week program, meeting on Mondays, focuses on social, relationship & communication skills for neurodivergent teens. Call x107 or email kateg@jewishfamilysvc.org. Social Club: for Young Adults with Autism or Developmental Challenges. Group meets weekly, alternating between virtual & in person. Call x107 or email kateg@jewishfamilysvc.org. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a special needs child. An opportunity to come together with other parents who share similar experiences of parenting. Led by a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with families of special needs children. Group will meet to learn, share & explore the issues most important to participants. Did you know? JFS Accepts Car Donations! Call 877-JFS-4-CAR (877-537-4227) or email donorsupport@careasy.org to learn how you can maximize this tax-deductible donation & make a lasting impact on the organization through this quick & seamless process. LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF SOMERSET COUNTY (LVSC) 120 Finderne Avenue, Box 7, Bridgewater, NJ Teach English to an adult in your community! No experience required. Training provided. Through a network of trained volunteer tutors, LVSC helps adults in Somerset County learn to read, write, & communicate in English. Virtual and in-person FREE programs: One-to-One Tutoring, English Conversation Groups & U.S. Citizenship Preparation Support. VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED: training provided. To become a tutor, to register for services, or to learn more please visit www.literacysomerset.org or call 908-725-5430. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to residents in Bridgewater, Bedminster, Bernardsville, Basking Ridge & surrounding communities. Women & men, singles & couples are welcome. We invite you to 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. Find out more at NNSHClub.org & facebook.com/Newcomers.and.Neighbors.SomersetHillsNJ. More information about our club & 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 www.piecedtogetherquilters.org Meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 6:45pm to 8:30pm at the Peoplecare Center in Bridgewater. Check us out for one meeting for free! We have wonderful show-n-tell, informative speakers, workshops & much more in addition to giving back to the community. For more detailed information, visit us at www.piecedtogetherquilters.org/. RETIRED REGISTERED NURSES GROUP A social & educational monthly meeting for retired Registered Nurses. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at the Somerset County Library, Vogt Drive, Bridgewater from 10:15am-12pm. Date & location may change due to availability. June & Dec. a potluck luncheon is at another location. For more information email karwhit46@gmail.com. SAFE + SOUND SOMERSET Helps survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence with compassionate, trained professional help. Assistance is offered 24 hrs. 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. SOMERSET COUNTY REGIONAL FARMERS MARKET Somerville Middle School parking lot Every Sunday, 10am-1pm, May 3-Nov. 22. Local vendors offer fresh produce, meats, beverages, dairy products, condiments, prepared meals, breads, desserts, pet treats, skincare, crafts & more. The “SNAP Triple Dollars” program provides $3 in tokens to spend at participating vendors for every $1 charged to your EBT card. Managed by SAFE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering health and wellness through community connections, including a free Thanksgiving dinner on Sun., Nov. 22. For information, email safesomervillenj@gmail.com and follow us at facebook.com/scrfarmersmarket and on Instagram @scrfarmmarket. SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater 876 E. Main Street Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Somerset County-operated senior wellness centers offer a nutritionally-balanced lunch (4 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 info. & a stimulating social setting. Mon.-Fri., 9am4pm for a variety of academic, health & wellness opportunities. Programs are FREE for registered members unless indicated otherwise. The Somerset County Office for Aging & Disability Services operates county-operated senior wellness centers and seniors can reach out for help at 1-888-747-1122. SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB A member of Toastmasters International. Have you ever wished for the ability to be an effective public speaker? Here is your chance to learn important skills while practicing them & having a little fun at the same time. Join us for our weekly online meetings every Thurs., 7pm. Call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148 or email dad356@optonline.net for more information. ZUFALL HEALTH CENTER 71 Fourth St., Somerville, NJ 908-526-2335 Leading nonprofit provider of medical, dental, behavioral health, & enabling services. For an appointment or more information visit zufallhealth.org. Appointments now available at our new location, 1 Berger Street, Somerset, NJ. 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, X or YouTube. The programs will be hosted virtually & are available to all branches. Most programs request registration. Preschoolers: Toddler Storytime introduces little ones to the joy of stories through songs, activities, & short tales, while Baby Storytime provides an interactive experience with rhymes, movement, & songs to stimulate early learning. Families with young children can enjoy Playdate at the Library, featuring open playtime with toys & activities in the Storywell, or participate in On the Road Playtime, where kids can explore toys like cars & trucks with fun props. Preschool Storytime encourages early literacy through books, songs, and activities, & Little Blue Truck Storytime invites kids to bring their own trucks for a themed storytime experience. School-aged children: The Kindergarten Crew allows kids to express their creativity with hands-on activities. Flower Creations offers a chance to craft floral designs, while Chess Challenge provides an opportunity for informal chess play with peers. Paint and Plant encourages kids to decorate a pot, plant a seed, & learn about growth & Lego® Club lets young builders showcase their creativity. Read to a Therapy Dog helps children practice their reading skills in a comforting setting with a certified therapy dog. Families: Unwind at the end of the day with Family Storytime, a program full of stories, songs, and movement. Those interested in art can participate in the Animal Art Class, which combines live animal encounters with a hands-on art project. Tweens and Teens: Check out opportunities to get involved through Teen Volunteer Night, where they can make a difference at the library. Volunteer opportunities also include assisting with Chess Challenge, Lego Club, & Storytime Program Assistant roles. The Tween Library Club provides a casual monthly meet-up for books, games, crafts & food. Adults: The Popular Fiction Book Discussion features monthly selections, while the Disabilities Social Hour provides a welcoming space for adults with cognitive or developmental disabilities. Bingo offers a fun social experience with prizes & the English Conversation Group supports intermediate English learners. Creative programs include Poetry Month Paint and Snack & Drop-in Scrapbooking. The Plant Help Desk connects visitors with a Rutgers Master Gardener for plant-related advice, while Understanding Dementia offers insights into Alzheimer’s disease. Music lovers: Attend Friday Night Concerts featuring talented musicians, such as pianist Margaret Wacyk and guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto. Other programs include the Fantasy Book Discussion, Mysteries at Midday Book Discussion, and Intro to Native Plant Gardening, where Jason Goldman shares expertise on gardening with native plants. The Benefits of Art for Mental Health explores creative tools to enhance well-being through artistic expression. With a diverse range of programs for all ages, the library provides a welcoming space for learning, creativity & community engagement. For additional assistance, call 908-845-8400. To discover all SCLSNJ has to offer, visit SCLSNJ.org or connect with SCLSNJ on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), or YouTube. LIBRARIES Leading nonprofit provider of medical, dental, behavioral health COMMUNITY CALENDAR Nov • Dec 2026 • Jan 2027 Somerset County-operated senior wellness centers offer a nu GET YOUR BUSINESS INTO 80K+ HANDS NEXT ISSUE: FEBRUARY 2027 Reserve Your Space Today! ADVERTISING DEADLINE: JANUARY 8, 2027 www.theconnectionsnj.com • info@theconnectionsnj.com
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