The Connections Warren-Watchung Edition Nov 2020

COMMUNITY CALENDAR theconnectionsnj.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL JODY 908-903-1799 NOVEMBER - DECEMBER - JANUARY SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speak- ing presentation & leadership skills. Meetings held virtually every Wednesday at noon via Zoom. For sign on information call Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148. WARREN SENIORS Warren Senior Bus: Runs Wednesdays only. Bus is FREE & available to all Warren Seniors. Call Somerset County Trans- portation 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 infor- mation and meeting agenda. WARREN TOWNSHIP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE “Linked” Online NOTE: Warren Township Cham- ber of Commerce meets 4th Thursday of the month via Zoom for networking & presentations from experts in various indus- tries. All are welcome! For info about the Chamber visit warrenchamber.com WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for pro- fessional women from all industries & sizes. Looking for diverse cross-section of industries & experienc- es. Group meets virtually via Zoom 1st Wednesday each month 12:30pm. Please contact Marcella at Marcella-63 or Laurie at laurie.mg96@gmail.com WARRENBROOK SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER 500 Warrenville Road, Warren. For adults 60+. Operated by Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services. Multi-purpose facility offer- ing opportunity for social engagement, free health screenings, education, exciting events & interest- ing 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 programs & services, senior wellness centers & program schedule. WATCHUNG HILLS COIN CLUB Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:30pm, Chim- ney Rock Inn , 342 Valley Road, Gillette. Education- al Coin Club with guest speakers & ‘show & tell’ at meetings. For information, call Pete Doelger at 732-469-0446. NOTE: Young Numismatist Meet- ing: 6:30pm. Upcoming Meeting: December 1. WATCHUNG HILLS ELKS LODGE #885 1 Elks Trail, Warren, NJ 07059 Non-political, non-sectar- ian, strictly American Fraternal Order founded “To pro- mote & practice the four cardinal virtues of Charity, Jus- tice, Brotherly Love & Fidelity; to promote the welfare & enhance the happiness of its members; to quicken the spirit of American Patriotism & cultivate good fel- lowship.” Membership open to men & women who are American Citizens, 21 or over & believe in God. Meet- ings held 1st & 3rd Thursday, 8pm. Hours: M-Sat. 12- 9pm, Sun. 10am-7pm. Meeting Hall, outdoor pavillion, picnic area facilities available for public use for a donation; non-profits, 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 LION’S CLUB Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month, 7pm, Water & Wine Restaurant , 60 Stir- ling Road, Watchung, NJ. Meeting begins 7:30pm. For information contact James Clemens at 908-769-0851 or email: jtclemens113355@gmail.com & visit us on Facebook: groups/107083963164505/ WATCHUNG-WARREN ROTARY CLUB Zoom meetings every Tuesday, noon. For more information call Bob Aznar at 908-755-8724 or email: rara1055@optonline.net LIBRARIES LONG HILL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY 917 Valley Road, Gillette. 908-647-2088 longhilllibrary.org SCLSNJ WARREN/WATCHUNG LIBRARY BRANCHES 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. Watchung branch closed November 26,27; December 24, 25, 31; January 1, 18. Warren Twp. branch closed November 26, branch open Novem- ber 27 9:30am-5pm. December 24, 25; January 1. Branch will be open limited hours 10am – 6pm December 31, January 18. VIRTUAL FAMILY PROGRAMS Myths and Legends of the Ancient World: (Families with children) December 2, 1-2pm. Holidays Around the World: December 5, 10-10:45am. Teen Classical Music Night: (All ages) December 7, 6:30-7:30pm. VIRTUAL CHILDREN PROGRAMS STEAM: 3D Snowflake: (Grades 1-4) December 1, 4:30- 5:15pm. Elephant and Piggie Performance: (Grades K-3 & their caregivers) December 15, 5-5:30pm. American Sign Language Storytime: (Ages birth - 5 years & their caregivers) January 26, 10:30-11am. VIRTUAL TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS Learn to Crochet an Infinity Scarf: (Grades 6-12, Decem- ber 2, 4-5pm. Penguin Plunder: A Honey Heist Adventure: (Grades 6-12) December 8, 6-8pm. Teen Paint Night: Watercolor Snowy Cabin: (Grades 6-12) December 9, 6:30-8pm. Figure Drawing: (Grades 6-12) December 12, 2-3:30pm. VIRTUAL ADULT PROGRAMS Fraud Watch Network Basics: Presented by Cristina Anastasio of AARP December 4, 2-3pm. Christmas Lights of New York City: Presented by Mario Medici December 9, 7-8pm. NASA’s Next Mars Mission Perseverance: The Mars 2020 Rover: Presented by Paul Cirillo January 11, 7-8pm. How to Break Up With Your Clutter: Presented by Jamie Novak January 13, 7-8pm. Self-Care: Filling Up Your Cup - New Year, New You: January 27, 7-8pm. RECREATION WARREN TOWNSHIP RECREATION 46 Mountain Blvd, Warren, 908-753-8000 Ext. 270, Fax 908-757-9173, recreation@warrennj.org , warrennj.org/rec- reation. 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 2020 Program & Events Calendar. Upcoming Event: Letters to Santa : November 13-December 11. Visit website for more details. Marcella Gencarelli – Founder Laurie Gaulke – Coordinator PAGE 59