The Connections Warren-Watchung Edition Nov. 2023 - Jan 2024

SOMERSET COUNTY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP WARREN TOWNSHIP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Special interest group of the Somerset County Business Partnership. 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 SPEECH MEISTERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB Worldwide non-profit organization which helps develop public speaking, presentation, & leadership skills. Online meetings are held every Wednesday at noon. Contact Ken Schaefer at 732-356-6148 SUMMIT OLD GUARD 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. 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 sitesummitoldguard.org. For monthly 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, harvests & delivers organic food for food banks & missions, and a Children’s Garden with plantings and outdoor musical instruments. A new greenhouse for educational purposes and year round growing. Perfect for gardening, bird watching, star gazing or just relaxing & enjoying nature. Annual Brite Nites October Halloween event will not take place but will return for 2024. For more information, visit wfafnj.org or email: administrator@wfafnj.org or call 908-350-7383. 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. For more information, contact Mark Claxton atmarkclax4@gmail.com or visit warrenlionsclub.org WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for professional women, all industries & sizes. Looking for a diverse cross-section of industries & experiences. First Wed. every month-Lunchtime Networking Group: Delicious Heights in Berkley Heights, 12:30pm. Please email: MarcellaGencarelli1@gmail.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 WATCHUNG HILLS ELKS LODGE #885 1 Elks Trail, Warren 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 on Veterans and Active Military, Special Children & Youth Groups. Make a difference in your community & become an Elk! Contact Membership@elkslodge885.org or stop by the Lodge. Our Meeting Hall, Outdoor Pavilion & picnic facilities are available for rental-call 908-668-9727. Don’t miss any Lodge 885 events-visit our online calendar! Follow or like us on Facebook and help get the word out! 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; email : wwrotaryclub@gmail.com WATCHUNG SENIORS 55+ Meets the second Wednesday of the month, except July & August, 11:00A.M.-2:00P.M. Meetings are held at 31 Mountain Blvd., Watchung. Guest speakers, trips, and fun parties are planned throughout the year. For info call 908-816-6041. WOMAN’S CLUB OF BERKELEY HEIGHTS Member of GFWC & NJSFWC. Meetings-Faith Lutheran Church, 524 South St., New Providence. Contact Chris at 908-771-5527 for more information or visit our website: wcbh.webs.com. WOMEN WHO WRITE, INC. Regional women writers’ organization & nonprofit corporation with writing groups that meet throughout New Jersey. Its goal is to assist women writers in every phase of the writing process – with critique groups, workshops, & discussions. To become a member, visit womenwhowrite.org/membership Upcoming Events: check our website for details SCLSNJ WARREN / WATCHUNG LIBRARY BRANCHES Warren Branch: 42 Mountain Blvd., Warren, NJ 07059 908-458-8450 Watchung Branch: 12 Stirling Road, Watchung, NJ 07069 908-458-8455 SCLSNJ’s Programs For a complete list of programs &/or to register visit SCLSNJ.org., and on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube. The programs will be hosted virtually & are available to all branches. Most programs request registration. Gifts of the Sun, The Cuisine of the Aztecs Presented by Andrew Coletti: November 15, 7-8 p.m. Archaeology and the Delaware Indians - A 12,000 Year Odyssey: November 20, 7-8 p.m. The Thanksgiving Table With a Dessert Demonstration of Cranberry Linzer Torte: November 21, 7-8 p.m. Radio and the Great American Songbook Presented by Steve Darnall: November 28, 7-8 p.m. America’s Favorite Holiday Movie - A Look Inside “It’s a Wonderful Life”: December 4, 7-8 p.m. The Holidays Unwrapped Presented by Dr. Bill Thierfelder: December 6, 7-8:30 p.m. “The Gift of the Magi” Presented by Vandana Walia: December 11, 7-8 p.m. Magical Holiday Season in NYC Presented by Sylvia Laudien-Meo: December 12, 7-8:30 p.m. “All the Beauty in the World - The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me” by Patrick Bringley: December 13, 7-8 p.m. How to Look - Impressionism Presented by Jay Schuck: January 3, 7-8:30 p.m. Vegetarian Braises - Virtual Cooking Class Presented by Laura Scheck: January 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Dealing with Household and Estate Books Presented by Mike Ivankovich: January 8, 7-8 p.m. Netherlands - Journey Through Art, Architecture, and History Presented by Professor John Rossi: January 10, 7-8 p.m. The Great Storage Clean Out Presented by Jamie Novak: January 16, 7-8 p.m. STEM for Adults: January 18, 7-8 p.m. Theodore Roosevelt and his Legacy Presented by Dr. Edward T. O’Donnell: January 24, 7-8 p.m. Finding the Words - An Active Approach to Moving Through Grief: January 25, 7-8 p.m. LONG HILL TOWNSHIP RECREATION 915 Valley Road, Gillette, NJ 07933 908.647.8000 www.longhillnj.gov/recreation/calendar.html 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 on Facebook at Warren-NJRec. Be on the lookout for information regarding Letters to Santa. The Holiday Festival will be held Sat., Dec. 9 from 4-7pm. Warren Twp Municipal Complex, 46 Mountain Blvd., Warren. Vendors, food and so much more! For more information on events & programs please go to https://www.warrennj.org/175/Recreation RECREATION LIBRARIES 2023 - 2024 theconnectionsnj.com CONNECTORY Discover the ultimate local business directory Easy to find your perfect connection! theconnectionsnj.com/connectory/ T HEMCaOgNaNz iEnCeTs I O N

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