The Connections Warren-Watchung Edition April/May 2023

THE WARREN-WATCHUNG CONNECTION PAGE 67 APRIL/MAY 2023 theconnectionsnj.com RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 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 SOMERSET COUNTY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP WARREN TOWNSHIP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Special interest group of the Somerset County Business Partnership. Meets every 4th Thursday of the month at Somerset Hills Hotel, Warren for breakfast, networking & presentations from experts in various industries. For more info about the Chamber call 908-208-400, email info@scbp.org or visit scbp.org/participate/warren-chamber 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. SUMMIT OLD GUARD The Summit Old Guard is a group of approx 300 retired men from all walks of life, residing in the area. We have been presenting programs every Tues since 1930 & continue to do so today. The programs are presented by representatives in their professions, e.g. doctors, engineers, & held each Tues at the New Providence Presbyterian Church 10am-11.30am. All programs presented by experts in their respective fields. We also have many interest groups such as chess, math, technical, & more. Guests are welcome. Remote access available via ZOOM. For more information visit our web sitesummitoldguard.org For monthly list of programs & ZOOM access, email-info@summitoldguard.org WAGNER FARM ARBORETUM 197 Mountain Ave., Warren A 501(c)(3) organization consisting of a Community Garden, a Giving Garden that grows organic produce for food banks & missions, and a Children’s Garden with plantings and outdoor musical instruments. A new greenhouse for educational classes and year around growing. Perfect for gardening, bird watching, star gazing or just relaxing or enjoying nature. Annual Brite Nites Halloween event takes place in October. For more information, visit wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383. 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: Meets first Wednesday of each month. For information, call Bill Sundburg at 908-754-8915. Warren Senior Citizen Advisory Committee: For more information call Bill Sundburg at 908-754-8915. COMMUNITY CALENDAR APRIL - MAY 2023 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 WARREN TOWNSHIP Township Committee meets monthly. Call 908-753-8000 or visit warrennj.org for information and meeting agenda. 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 warrenlionsclub.org LION’S EXPO 2023-June 14-17-details to come WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for professional women, all industries & sizes. Looking for diverse cross-section of industries & experiences. Virtual luncheon 1st Wednesday each month 12:30pm. Please email Marcella-Mgencarelli@lakelandbank.com or Laurie-laurie.mg96@gmail.com WATCHUNG HILLS ELKS LODGE #885 1 Elks Trail Warren, NJ 07059 The Elks is a benevolent organization dedicated to service in our communities and our Country with more than 1.1 million members and over 2100 lodges nationwide. The Watchung Hills Elks Lodge focuses our help in three main areas. We support our Veterans and Active Military, Special Children, And Youth Groups. Make a Difference in your community and become an Elk! Contact Membership@elkslodge885.org Or stop by the Lodge. Our Meeting Hall, Outdoor Pavilion and Picnic facilities are available for rental call 908-668-9727. WATCHUNG-WARREN ROTARY CLUB Club meets FIRST & THIRD TUESDAYS of each month, 12 noon, Prezzo’s Restaurant, Warren. For more information contact Bob Aznar, 908-755-8724; rara1055@optonline.net WOMAN’S CLUB OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS Member of GFWC & NJSFWC. Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month,12pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 524 South St., New Providence. Contact Chris at 908-771-5527 for more information or visit our website: wcbh.webs.com. SCLSNJ WARREN/ WATCHUNG LIBRARY BRANCHES Warren Branch: 42 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, NJ 07059 908-458-8450 Watchung Branch: 12 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 908-458-8455 The programs will be hosted virtually & are available to all branches. Most programs request registration. Sing, Goddess - An Introduction to Homer’s “Iliad:” April 3, 7-8pm.; Gardens of Liberty Hall: April 4, 7-8pm; Tips, Tricks, and Trade Secrets: April 5, 7-8pm; How to Be an Environmentally and Socially Conscious Consumer: April 6, 7-8pm; The Genius of Place - A Look at Frederick Law Olmsted: April 10, 7-8pm; Prohibition - Unintended Consequences: April 11, 7-8pm; How Historic Places Affect Our Identity and Well-Being: April 12, 7-8pm; Meet Edgar Allan Poe: April 13, 7-8pm; Finding and Using Google Templates: April 17, 7-8pm; Shakespeare in Broadway Musicals: April 19, 7-8pm; The Accidental Masterpiece - Leonardo da Vinci and the Painting of “The Last Supper:” April 20, 7-8pm; Geoffrey Chaucer - Poet of the World: April 25, 7-8pm; Queen Elizabeth II - A Regal Life in Review: April 26, 7-8pm; Discovering Natirar Presented by Somerset County Park Commission: April 27, 7-8pm; LONG HILL TOWNSHIP RECREATION Recreation Basketball Adult Basketball (18+); Adult Open Play; Thursday Nights through 5/4/23; 7:30pm-9:00pm; Central School Old Gym; Residents: $20/ $30 Non- Resident Register Via Community Pass WARREN TOWNSHIP RECREATION (908)753-8000 recreation@warrennj.org Warren Township offers many different programs & events for residents throughout the year. Residents can sign up & pay for various programs including tennis lessons & summer camp through Community Pass. Events are free to the public. To stay up to date on all programs & events please visit warrennj.org/recreation or follow us on Facebook at Warren-NJRec. Mondays - Men’s Pick up Basketball, Co-Ed Volleyball and Adult Chair Yoga all require registration. We will be holding the Playground Program & Summer Camp for 2023. They are open to children entering grades 1-5 in Sept and grades 6-8 in Sept. accordingly. Both will run from June 26-July 28. SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Contact warrennj.org/175/Recreation for more information & details. RECREATION LIBRARIES PAGE 67

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