The Connections Warren Watchung Edition Feb/Mar 2022

COMMUNITY CALENDAR theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 47 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 SUMMIT OLD GUARD Group of nearly three hundred retired men who live locally, presents pro- grams every Tuesday (since 1930) 10- 11:30am. Programs cover a wide range of interests & are presented by experts in their representative fields. Usually meet in New Providence Municipal Building but current- ly, and until further notice, meetings are virtual. For more information about the group, its members & current pro- grams visit www. summitoldguard.org 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. PLEASE WEAR A MASK. For information, call Bill Sondberg at 908-754-8915. Warren Senior Citizen Advisory Committee: For more in- formation call Bill Sondberg at 908-754-8915. WARREN TOWNSHIP Township Committee meets monthly. Call 908-753-8000 or visit warrennj.org for information and 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 wtccweb.wixsite.com/warrenchamber 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 women from all industries & sizes. Looking for diverse cross-section of industries & experiences. Virtual luncheon 1st Wednesday each month 12:30pm. Please email Marcella at Mgencarelli@lakelandbank.com or Laurie at laurie.mg96@gmail.com WATCHUNG HILLS COIN CLUB Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:30pm, Chimney Rock Inn, 342 Valley Road, Gillette. 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 #885 1 Elks Trail, Warren, NJ 07059 Non-political, non-sectarian, strictly Amer- ican Fraternal Order founded “To promote & practice the four cardinal virtues of Char- ity, Justice, Brotherly Love & Fidelity; to promote the welfare & enhance the happi- ness of its members; to quicken the spirit of American Patriotism & cultivate good fellowship.” Membership open to men & women who are American Citizens, 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 facili- ties available 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 re- serve our facilities or visit elkslodge885.org. 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, New Providence. contact Chris at 908-771-5527 for more information or visit our website: wcbh.webs.com . Upcoming Meetings: February 15 – History of Tea by Hannah Gaston; March 15 – Performing Arts Day & light lunch LIBRARIES 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 Programs Registration required most programs. Program dates & times subject to change. For complete list of program infor- mation &/or to register visit SCLSNJ.org. For Registration assistance in Warren call 908-458-8450; Watchung call 908- 458-8455 Important Notice: Library is offering virtual and in-person programming. Programs listed are either virtual or at the Library - location is noted at end of each program listing. NOTE: Watchung branch closed February 21. WARREN TOWNSHIP BRANCH FAMILY PROGRAMS Gift of Story: February 10, 4:30-5:15pm. (virtual) McDermott’s Handy: Irish Music for St. Patrick's Day: March 15, 6:30-7:30pm. (Library) CHILDREN PROGRAMS Meet the Author: Graphic Novelist Jerry Craft: (Grades 2-7) February 22, 4:30-5:30pm. (virtual) STEAM: Snow and Tell: (Grades K-5) February 28, 4:30- 5:15pm. (Library) Let's Cook: Shamrock Shake: (Grades 3-5) March 7, 4:30-5:15pm. (Library) Super Science: Crime Scene Investigation: (Grades 2-7) March 19, 10:30-11:30am. (Library) Springtime Storytime: (Ages 3-6 & caregivers) March 30, 10:30-11am. (virtual) TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS Beginner Friendship Bracelets: (Grades 3-12) Febru- ary 2, 4:30-5pm. (virtual) Block Printed Scarves To Go: (Grades 6-12) March 31, 6-7pm. (Library) ADULT PROGRAMS The Story of Chocolate and Migrating Birds: February 5, 2-3pm. (Library) Meet the Author: Sheryll Cashin - The Landmark Story of Interracial Love and Marriage: February 10, 7-8pm. (virtual) Music of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War: February 16, 7-8pm. (virtual) Cooking with Chef Rob: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by Baking Popular Irish Treats: March 3, 7-8pm. (virtual) Planning for Children With a Disability: March 8, 6:30- 7:30pm. (virtual) Poet, Codebreaker, Nazi Hunter: The Puzzle-Solving Adventures of Elizebeth Smith Friedman: March 10, 7-8pm. (virtual) WATCHUNG BRANCH FAMILY PROGRAMS Gift of Story: February 10, 4:30-5:15pm. (virtual) CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Bingo With Miss June: (Ages 4 & up) February 4; March 4; 4-4:30pm. (Library) STEAM: Origami Math: (Grades K-5) February 8, 4:30- 5:15pm. (Library) Read to a Therapy Dog: (Grades K-4) February 15; March 15; 4:30-5:30pm. (Library) Meet the Author: Graphic Novelist Jerry Craft: (Grades 2-7) February 22, 4:30-5:30pm. (virtual) STEAM: Rainbow Science: (Grades K-5) March 8, 4:30- 5:15pm. (Library) Music With Miss Donna: (Ages birth - 5 years & caregiv- ers) March 14, 10:30-11am. (Library) TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS Beginner Friendship Bracelets: (Grades 3-12) February 2, 4:30-5pm. (virtual) ADULT PROGRAMS Overcoming Your Phobias: Transform Your Fears Into Trusted Allies: February 9, 6:30-7:30pm. (Library) Meet the Author: Sheryll Cashin - The Landmark Story of Interracial Love and Marriage: February 10, 7-8pm. (virtual) Music of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War: February 16, 7-8pm. (virtual) Cooking with Chef Rob: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by Baking Popular Irish Treats: March 3, 7-8pm. (virtual) Planning for Children With a Disability: March 8, 6:30- 7:30pm. (virtual) Poet, Codebreaker, Nazi Hunter: The Puzzle-Solving Adventures of Elizebeth Smith Friedman: March 10, 7-8pm. (virtual) FEBRUARY – MARCH 2022