The Connection Warren-Watchung Edition Feb/Mar 2019

Warren-Watchung Community Calendar www.theconnectionsnj.com . February - March , PAGE 74 “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE – CALL JODY 908-903-1799 THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART (CCA) 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921. For information, gallery hours & to register or classes, contact Elie Porter Tru- bert, Executive Director at 908-234-2345, ext. 100, etrubert@ ccabedminster.org or visit us online at ccabedminster.org. Upcoming Events: The National Association of Women Artists 130th Anniver- sary Exhibition: Wall Sculp- ture; Collage: Other Dimen- sions both curated by Jeffrey Wechsler, through March 2, 2019. The Center for Contem- porary Art Members’ Juried Exhibition at the Bernardsville Public Library, March 3-28, 2019. STUDIO 7 FINE ART GALLERY Fine art gallery at 5 Morris- town Road, Bernardsville, 908-630-9770. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm & by appointment. Contact owner, Kathleen Palmer for information at 908-963-0365, pskjpalmer@verizon.net, www.studio7artgallery.com. Upcoming Event: Seascapes: Shifting Sands, Seas, Skies, April 5-May 26, 2019; Reception: Friday, April 5, 2019, 6-9pm. WATCHUNG ARTS CENTER 18 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ 07069, 908-753-0190. Art Center hours: Tuesday- Friday, 12-5pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm. Vol- unteer/ non-profit organization. Offers art exhibitions, live music performances, comedy & improv, & classes in drawing, yoga & Zumba. For more information, visit www.WatchungArts.org. Upcoming Events: What are you looking at? & Mixed Media Masters, February 2-26; Opening Art Reception, February 10, 1-4pm. Rio Clemente, The Bishop of Jazz! A Valentine Tribute from the American Song Book, Saturday, February 9, 8pm. Visit website for tickets. AUTO IMMUNE GROUP Volunteer, peer run, face-to-face support group for patients with Autoimmune Disease. Meets second Saturday of each month, 2-3:30pm, Robert Wood Johnson/St. Barnabas Health University Hospital, 110 Rehill Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876, in Hamilton Conference Room. We also accept patients with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Guest speakers several times a year! Come & meet people who understand what you are going through! For support & information visit www.autoimmunegroup.com Upcoming Meetings: February 9, March 9. Check website for more info or call or text message to reserve your seat! Hope to see you there! Joanne at 908- 358-7167 (2pm-7pm). THE FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER A non-profit volunteer organization which is committed to serve those affected by domestic abuse. Funds are raised to benefit Safe+Sound Somerset, a United Way agency. For more infor- mation go to: info@friendsofthesheltersomerset.org or call: 908-766-9844. Upcoming Event: The Friends Annual Ken- tucky Derby Day Fundraiser, May 4, 2019. To be included in their mailing list, contact info@friendsofthesheltersomerset.org THE GARDEN CLUB OF WATCHUNG The residents of Watchung & surrounding communities are invited to join. Meetings held at various locations. First Wednesday of the month, 11am, September thru June. To learn about us, visit our facebook page. For membership info, call 908-754-5766. INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB The IFC is a social club for foreign national women currently residing in the United States and American women who have lived internationally. Its purpose is to foster cultural under- standing, form social ties within the international community, and provide a place to share mutual experiences through a variety of interests and activities. Month- ly coffee mornings and other activities available.For more info. visit http://www.ifcnjandny.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON AND WARREN COUNTIES 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ. Unless otherwise noted, for information or to register for programs, contact Elise Prezant, JFS at 908-725-7799 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org, Admin@JewishFamilySvc.org or www.jewishfamilysvc.org Upcoming Programs: JFS and Jewish Life Program: Wednesday, Feb 13, 7pm, Bridgewater JCC, 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater, NJ. Adam Price, author of “He’s Not Lazy” will discuss his book & help you become an ally with your son, as he discovers greater self- confidence & accepts responsibility for his future. 4th Annual JFS Fitness Challenge: Sunday February 24, 1:15-3:00pm, Bridgewater JCC, 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewa- ter, NJ. Shape Up for the New Year - Come Out & Support JFS Children-Family-Senior Services. This year’s challenge is in memory of the 11 individuals who were killed at Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh on October 27, 2018. 3rd Annual JFS Spring Symposium: April 28, 10:30am- 12:30pm, Bridgewater JCC, 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater, NJ. 35-minute film, “My Annie Hall” a recreation of Woody Allen’s classic film using senior citizens in all the lead roles; created by filmmakers Matt Starr and Ellie Sachs. A Panel Dis- cussion & Q&A with the directors & cast & NY Times reporter John Leland will follow. Yearn to Learn (Y2L): Interactive learning experiences for retirees in local group settings, promoting stimulating group interaction, self-exploration & interpersonal connections. Email Y2L@JewishFamilySvc.org. Family and Senior Mentor Volunteers Needed: 9-hour orien- tation & training program over 3 evenings. Call 908 725 7799. Café Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors. Wednes- days, February 13, March 13, April 17. Job Seekers Success Group: Wednesdays, February 6, March 6, April 3, 7-9 pm. Free & open to the community. Expanding Horizon Programs: Social Learning Group: 10 week program, meeting on Sun- days, 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. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a spe- cial needs child. Also Coming 2019: Conversation On… Series of small group discussions on issues & topics of interest to the Community. Look for flyers & program announcements for Conversations on Healthy Aging & Conversations on Breast Cancer this fall. 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 and Warren. Visit us on Facebook or email JWCofSH@yahoo.com. http://njsfwc.org/. NEIGHBORS & NEWCOMERS CLUB OF WATCHUNG HILLS Social club for women living in Warren, Watchung, Long Hill & Green Brook. New members always welcome. Interest groups meet monthly for Bunco, Book Club, Casual Dining, & Knitting and Crocheting & for social events like wine tasting, Soup and Chili Night, & a Spring Social. For more info, call Shelley Mol- nar at 908-580-0671 or email molnarnj@gmail.com. Look them up on MeetUp. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) A non-profit, social organization open to ALL AREA RESI- DENTS offering a variety of activities including wine tasting, dining out, book discussion, day trips, bridge/bunco/Mahjong & much more. Visit us at www.NNSHClub.org or see us at www.facebook.com/Newcomers & Neighbors of Somerset Hills, NJ. SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB A worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking presentation & leadership skills. Meets every Wednesday noon at Bernards Township Library, 32 So. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. For information, contact Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148 or visit www.speechmeisters.org SWIM, INC. Provides free aquatic exercise for adults with mobility impair- ments. State wide organiza- tion, with 17 chapters across NJ. Three locations in Somer- set County: Somerset Hills YMCA, contact Dr. Paul Kiell, 908-230-3581, Somerset Val- ley YMCA, Bridgewater, con- tact Janet McCloskey, 908- 704-0630, HRC Fitness, Hillsborough, contact Angela Horan, 908-399-3097. Accepting new participants & seeking volun- teers. For additional information contact Eileen Loughnane, 908-766-6085, info@swim-inc.org or visit our website at www.swim-inc.org THE TOWNE CLUB Woman’s social organization. Annual fundraiser benefits the rescue squads of Summit, New Providence & Berkeley Heights. Luncheons & meetings held in September, October, December, March & May. New members welcome. Next Luncheon Meeting: February 26, 12 Noon, Chimney Rock Inn, 342 Valley Road, Gillette. Call Shirley Bittman at 908-464-2643 for more information. T H e ar T s C lub s and s e rv i C e s “Linked” Online “Linked” Online “Cool White” by Harriet FeBland Quidnet Summer by Anthony Panzera Oil on Canvas, 38" x 73" “Linked” Online Mixed Media by Nancy Ori Rio Clemente, The Bishop of Jazz