THE WARREN-WATCHUNG CONNECTION PAGE 66 APRIL/MAY 2023 theconnectionsnj.com 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. Current Exhibit April 21-June 3, 2023 Opening: Friday, April 21, 2023; 6-8pm Tracy DiTolla: Tragic Flaws Steven Epstein: The Pedestrian Absurd Gregory Hennen (right): Where I Wander “Spring Brook Overflow May Wyatt Mt” Oil on Panel by Gregory Hennen 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: farmsteadartscenter.org, or email admin@farmsteadarts.org or call 908.636.7576. Art Exhibitions May 7-June 4: Members’ Exhibition “Fantasies & Fairytales” June 11-July 23: Garden State Watercolor Society “Small but Mighty” Potters’ Guild of NJ Show & Sale Saturday, April 22 & Sunday, April 23; 11am– 5pm Inside the Farmhouse at 2pm Sun, April 30–“Disabilities Then, Disabilities Now” talk by Dr. Nicole Belolan Sun, May 21–Piano concert featuring Itay Goren STUDIO 7 FINE ART GALLERY 5 Morristown Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 908-963-0365, studio7artgallery.com Hours: Wed-Sat,10-4 UPCOMING EXHIBIT: An Elite View Watercolor Paintings by James Fiorentino May 5 through June 30, 2023 Artist Reception May 5, Friday, 6-9pm WATCHUNG ARTS CENTER 18 Stirling Rd., Watchung, NJ 07069. 908-753-0190. Walk-In Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 12-2pm, Saturday, 11am-1pm. Volunteer/non-profit arts organization. Offers art exhibitions, live music perfomances, children’s classes in drawing & painting, yoga. For more information, visit WatchungArts.org. THE GARDEN CLUB OF WATCHUNG Meets the 1st Wed of the month at various locations, 11-1. We would love to have you join us! To see what we do, visit our Face Book page. Our members are from Watchung and nearby communities. All are welcome! For information please call (908)754-5766 or leave your request on our Face Book page. We are 66 and still growing! COMMUNITY CALENDAR APRIL - MAY 2023 THE ARTS CLUBS & SERVICES NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 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. 34th Derby Day Party-May 6th! Enjoy a fabulous experience at The Westin Governor Morris. We welcome you to this elegant fundraising event in support of those affected by domestic or sexual violence. Valet parking, cocktails & dinner, live & silent auctions, live music. Reservations & to purchase digital ad: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com Info: facebook.com/friendsofthesheltersomerset INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB (IFC) 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 & a wide variety of activities available including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies. For more info visit fcnjandny.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: Volunteers interested in being matched with families seeking support from a caring home visitor, with seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cognitive stimulation, with frail seniors who need someone to provide grocery shopping or other support. Will receive orientation & training through a 9-hour program over 3 evenings. Therapists Needed: We are seeking LSW/LCSW therapists. Hybrid work style, flexible hours based on population served. Welcoming & supportive team environment with group/individual supervision included & ongoing CEU training. JFS operates as a non-profit, social service agency striving to preserve & strengthen the quality of individual & family life for those of 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. Wed, May 3; 7-9 pm, via ZOOM. Expanding Horizon Programs Social Learning Group: A 10-week program, meeting on Sundays, focuses on social, relationship & communication skills 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. Meet other siblings who have similar experiences in a relaxed atmosphere. 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. The group will meet to learn, share & explore the issues most important to participants. JAZZ CLUB : Save The Date! Thurs, May 4, 7pm; An Evening Supporting JFS; Celebrating our services across the lifespan with an evening of music. 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 or njsfwc.org MAH JONGG CLUB OF WATCHUNG Now meets in the BiCentennial Room of the Watchung Library every Mon AND Thurs at 1. Knowledge of the game is mandatory. Contact Melanie Novello at Novello1800@aol.com for additional info. MURRAY HILL TOASTMASTERS CLUB Community-based organization affiliated with toastmasters International, a worldwide public speaking & leadership club committed to improving the speaking & leadership skills of its members. Meetings held 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 6-7pm. NOTE: Virtual meetings until further notice. For log on information visit: officers-3260@toastmastersclubs.org. For club information contact: president-3260@toastmastersclubs.org NEIGHBORS & NEWCOMERS OF WATCHUNG HILLS Women’s Social Club for those living in Warren, Watchung, Green Brook & surrounding towns. We have something for everyone: Interest groups such as Book Club, Out & About Adventures, Lunch Out, Walking & Gaming Groups, Stitchery, Movie Nights (days too) & so much more. Special events include Wine Tasting, Soup & Chili Night & Spring Socials & Pop Up events abound! Visit us on Meetup (Neighbors & Newcomers Club of Watchung Hills) or contact Shelley Molnar at molnarnj@gmail.com for more information. 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/ Mah Jongg & more. Visit us at NNSHClub.org or see us at facebook.com/Newcomers & Neighbors of Somerset Hills, NJ. NOT IN THE FACE KICKBALL LEAGUE Recreational kickball league for women over 40. One day per week, 6-8pm, Martinsville, NJ. For more information email: NITFKickball@gmail.com 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, Voght Drive, Bridgewater. from 10:15am-12PM. For more information email scroteau1@optonline.net “Linked” Online Derek Jeter Elite, autographed, watercolor, 30” x 22” PAGE 66
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