The Connections Warren Watchung Edition April/May 2021

COMMUNITY CALENDAR APRIL MAY theconnectionsnj.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY NOTE: Office is closed to the public due to COVID-19. The Rutgers Coop- erative Extension of Somerset County has a wide variety of online events, classes & programs for all ages in 2021. From virtual youth based clubs to live cooking classes, our online offerings are complete- ly FREE & open to the public. For more information, please visit somerset.njaes.rutgers.edu. SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking presenta- tion & leadership skills.Meetings held virtu- ally every Wednesday at noon via Zoom. For sign on information call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. THE TOWNE CLUB Woman’s social organization. Annual fundraiser benefits the rescue squads of Summit, New Providence & Berkeley Heights. NOTE: Due to COVID, meetings have been suspended until further notice. For more information contact 908-464-2642 or email: smbittman@gmail.com WARREN SENIORS Warren Senior Bus: Runs Wednesdays only. Bus is FREE & available to all Warren Seniors. Call Somerset County Transportation for reservations: 1-800-246-0527 or 908-231-7115. Warren Senior Club: NOTE: All meetings cancelled due to Covid-19. For information, call Bill Sondberg at 908-754-8915. Warren Senior Citizen Advisory Committee: NOTE: All meetings cancelled due to Covid-19. For more informa- tion call Bill Sondberg at 908-754-8915. WARREN TOWNSHIP Township Committee meets monthly. Call 908-753-8000 or visit warrennj.org for information & meeting agenda. WARREN TOWNSHIP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE “Linked” Online NOTE: Warren Township Chamber of Commerce meets 4th Thursday of the month via Zoom for networking & presentations from experts in various industries. All are welcome! For info about the Chamber visit warrenchamber.com WARREN TOWNSHIP LION’S CLUB Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month, 7pm, Bruno’s Bistro, 116 Mountain Blvd, Ext, Warren. For information, contact Adriane Stewart at 908-768-0264, email adrianejstewart@aol.com or visit www.warrenlionsclub.org . WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for professional wom- en from all industries & sizes. Looking for diverse cross-section of industries & ex- periences. Virtual luncheon 1st Wednes- day each month 12:30pm. Please email Marcella at Mgencarelli@lakelandbank.com or Laurie at laurie.mg96@gmail.com WARRENBROOK SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER 500 Warrenville Road, Warren, NJ 07059. For adults 60+. Op- erated by Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Ser- vices. Multi-purpose facility offering opportunity for social en- gagement, free health screenings, education, exciting events & interesting activities. For information call 908-753-9440, email agingwarrenbrook@co.somerset.nj.us or visit co.somerset.nj.us to search for senior services, senior pro- grams & services, senior wellness centers & program schedule. WATCHUNG HILLS COIN CLUB Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:30pm, Chimney Rock Inn, 342 Valley Road, Gillette, NJ 07933. Educational Coin Club with guest speakers & ‘show & tell’ at meetings. For information, call Pete Doelger at 732-469-0446. NOTE: Young Numismatist Meeting: 6:30pm. WATCHUNG HILLS ELKS LODGE #8851 Elks Trail, Warren, NJ 07059 Non-political, non-sectarian, strictly Ameri- can Fraternal Order founded “To promote & practice the four cardinal virtues of Char- ity, Justice, Brotherly Love & Fidelity; to promote the welfare & enhance the happiness of its members; to quicken the spirit of American patriotism & cultivate good fellowship.” Membership open to men & women who are American cit- izens, 21 or over & believe in God. Meetings held 1st & 3rd Thursday, 8pm. Hours: M-Sat. 12-9pm, Sun. 10am-7pm. Meeting Hall, outdoor pavillion, picnic area facilities avail- able for public use for an appropriate donation; non-profits at no charge. For more information contact us at membership@elkslodge885.org , call 908-668-9727 to reserve our facilities or visit elkslodge885.org . WATCHUNG-WARREN ROTARY CLUB Zoom meetings every Tuesday, noon. For more information call Bob Aznar at 908-755-8724 or email: rara1055@optonline.net WOMAN’S CLUB OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS Member of GFWC & NJSF- WC. Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month, at noon, Columbia Park Pavilion, off Plain- field Ave. (behind Columbia Middle School) Berkeley Heights. For more information call Chris at 908-771-5527 or visit our website: wcbh.webs.com . Upcoming Meetings: April 20, May 18, June 15. LIBRARIES LONG HILL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 917 Valley Road, Gillette, NJ 07933. 908-647-2088 longhilllibrary.org SCLSNJ WARREN/WATCHUNG LIBRARY BRANCHES Warren Branch: 42 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, NJ 07059 908-754-5554 Watchung Branch: 12 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 908-561-0117 SCLSNJ’s Virtual Explore from Home Branch All programs listed are virtual unless otherwise indicated. Registration required. Programs subject to change. For complete list of programs & more information visit SCLSNJ.org NOTE: Library hours subject to change. Warren Township branch will be closed April 4; May 9, 30, 31. Watchung branch will be closed May 31. For complete branch locations & hours visit sclsnj.org/about/branch-locations. Virtual Family Programs Bilingual English/Spanish Storytime 5:30-6pm. Register now: April 20, sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4674353. May 25, sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4635125. Sensory Time: STEAM Edition (Families with children), April 24, 10:30-11am. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4702277. Meet the Author: Linda Sue Park (All ages), May 14, 2-3pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644929. Virtual Children’s Programs Gus Goes Green: A Planet Earth Adventure (Grades Pre-K-5) April 22, 4:30-5:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651475. American Sign Language Storytime (Ages birth - 5 years) 10:30-11am. Register now: April 27, sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4635123. May 25, sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4635125. Meet the Author: Nick Bruel - Drawing Demonstration (Grades K-5) April 28, 3-3:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4652009. Songs That Count: Add to the World (Grades Pre-K - 2) May 11, 10:30-11:15am. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4649288. Wacky Science (Grades 2 & up) May 19, 4:30-5:15pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4650076. Virtual Tween and Teen Programs Meet the Author: Shveta Thakrar (Grades 9-12) April 7, 1-1:45pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4718746. Meet the Author: Kwame Alexander (Grades 4-12) May 19, 1-1:45pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4718788. Virtual Adult Programs Meet the Author: Adam Higginbotham, April 1, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4512334. Meet the Author: Jennifer Ackerman, April 21, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4568805. Meet the Author: Lisa Wingate, May 1, 2-3pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4598691 Cooking With Chef T: Flour Tortillas and Beef Taco Filling With Pico de Gallo, May 3, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4713886. UrbEx 101: Investigating Abandoned New Jersey - Presented by Luke Boyd, May 11, 7-8pm. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4670890. RECREATION WARREN TOWNSHIP RECREATION 46 Mountain Blvd, Warren, NJ 07059, 908-753-8000 Ext. 270, Fax 908-757-9173, recreation@warrennj.org, warrennj.org/recreation. Recreation Director Joseph Passaro. Recreation Advisory Committee meets first Wednesday of the month (except Feb March, May, July, Sept.) 7pm, Town Hall, 1st Floor, Springdale Conference Room. NOTE: For children, teens & adults in Warren, Green Brook, & Watchung. Register for programs online at warrennj.org/recreation/register/, in person or via mail. Check website for Program & Events calendar. PAGE 67