The Connections Warren Watchung Edition November 2024 - January 2025

Special interest group of the Somerset County Business Partnership. Networking & presentations from experts in various industries. For more info about the Chamber, call 908-218-4300, email info@scbp.org, or visit scbp.org. SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR WELLNESS CENTER Warrenbrook Senior Center 500 Warrenville Road, Warren, NJ 07059 Somerset County-operated senior wellness centers offer a nutritionally-balanced lunch (4 different daily menu choices) for a suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone age 60 & above. Multi-purpose facilities offer a variety of activities, incl. educational programs, health & wellness information, & a stimulating social setting. Come join us Mon.-Fri., 9am-4pm for a variety of academic, health, & wellness opportunities. Programs are FREE for registered members unless indicated otherwise. The Somerset County Office operates county-operated senior wellness centers on Aging and Disability Services, and seniors can reach for help at 1-888-747-1122. 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 ~300 retired men, residing in the area. We have been presenting programs every Tues. since 1930. Presented by experts & representatives in their professions, e.g. doctors & engineers. Held ea. Tues. at the New Providence Presbyterian Church, 10am-11:30am. We also have many interest groups such as chess, math, technical & more. Guests welcome. Remote access via ZOOM. For more info 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, a raised bed Senior Garden and a Children’s Garden with plantings & outdoor musical instruments. A new greenhouse for educational purposes & year-round growing. Perfect for gardening, bird watching, star gazing or just relaxing & enjoying nature. Volunteers are always needed for the Giving Garden. 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 at markclax4@gmail.com or visit warrenlionsclub.org. WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for professional women in industries of all sizes. Looking for a diverse cross-section of fields & experiences. WWB Lunchtime Networking Group meets second Wed. each month in Summit at LaPastaria 12pm-1:30pm. Please email: MarcellaGencarelli1@gmail.com. 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 or email: rotaryclub@gmail.com. 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. 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. Open Mic Reading - Sept. 29, 2-4pm. To become a member or see upcoming events, visit womenwhowrite.org/membership. LONG HILL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY For more information on these clubs & other events or programs, visit LongHillLibrary.org. Newcomers are always welcome. Shred It Day Library Fundraiser: 11/9 10-1pm Dinovember at the LHT Library! Dino themed fun, storytimes & Dinosaur Adventure Show: 11/23 at 11am Elaine’s Peacock Writers Group: the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm (11/13, 12/11 & 1/8/25) Publishing Pathways with Gabrielle Esposito: Tuesday, 12/3 at 7pm on Zoom Family Stories Month - Talk on Free Genealogy Search Resources: 12/4 at 6:30pm 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 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. Contact: Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) (908) 458-8400; pressroom@sclibnj.org. In person Signature Events: These programs are hosted in person. Registration is requested. Explore more programs at sclsnj.libnet.info/events. Bessie Coleman: Fly! Bessie, Fly! Portrayed by Daisy Century from American Historical Theater-Learn more about Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to become a licensed airplane pilot and the first American to hold an international pilot license. February 1, 2-3 p.m., at the Warren Township branch. February 27, 6-7 p.m., at the Montgomery branch. Songs of Liberation and Love Performed by Rhonda Denét Music: February 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., at the Hillsborough branch. Celebrate the African American experience with Songs of Liberation and Love, from the 1930s through the 1970s. Virtual Programs: These programs are hosted virtually. Most programs require registration. Visit SCLSNJ.org. To join a virtual program by phone, dial (646) 876-9923. After dialing, you will be prompted to enter a meeting ID, which is unique for every event. The meeting ID is the series of numbers at the end of the Zoom link posted for each event. Antarctica Presented by Phil and Becky Witt: December 4, 7-8pm. Explore the Earth’s southernmost and least-populated continent. The December 1914 Christmas Truce Presented by Bruce Tucker: December 9, 7-8pm. Learn about one of the most famous and mythologized events of the First World War. Discover its precedence and its connection with 21st century modern warfare. “Glenn Miller Declassified” by Author Dennis M. Spragg: January 15, 7-8pm. Discover one of the most popular and successful musicians of the 20th century and the big band era. Explore Available Office on Aging Services Presented by the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services: January 22, 7-8pm. Learn about financial assistance programs and in-home services to promote the independence of older adults living in the community. Between a Rock and a Hard Place - Overturning Every Stone to Break Through Your Brick Wall: January 23, 7-8pm. Discover tips and strategies to find that elusive ancestor whose records have been lost due to courthouse fires, natural disasters, or late records collection dates. How to Be Your Own Professional Organizer - What an Expert Would Toss: January 28, 7-8pm. Learn insider secrets from an industry expert. Make fast progress and set yourself up for lasting results. Dancing in the Dark - A History of Dance in the Movies Presented by Brian Rose: January 29, 7-8pm. Explore 130 years of movie dance performances and how they demonstrate the extraordinary ways cinema brought dance to life. Seneca Village Presented by Sylvia Laudien-Meo: February 3, 7-8pm. Explore thousands of artifacts that offer valuable clues to better understand this extraordinary community that existed in the early 19th century in New York City. Yosemite and Grand Canyon National Parks Presented by Chris McCormack: February 5, 7-8pm. Discover stunning landscapes and must-see spots. Learn practical tips on avoiding crowds, finding the best trails, and making the most of a visit to these iconic destinations. Unsung Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement Presented by Dr. Bill Thierfelder: February 10, 7-8:30pm. Celebrate Black History Month and the unsung heroes in the fight for equality who helped reshape the American scene. Madam C. J. Walker - The First Black Female Millionaire Presented by Rick Feingold: February 12, 7-8pm. Explore the life of this American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist during Black History Month. A Night at the Oscars - Best Picture Spotlight Presented by Dr. Annette Bochenek: February 25, 7-8pm. Get red carpet-ready and delve into the history of the best picture category with a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. For additional assistance, call (908) 845-8400. To discover all SCLSNJ has to offer, visit SCLSNJ.org or connect with SCLSNJ on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), or YouTube. 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 WarrenNJRec or Instagram at warrentownshiprecreationnj. For more information on events & programs please go to https://www.warrennj.org/175/Recreation. Dinovember at the LHT Library! Dino themed fun, story The programs will be hosted virtually & are available to all br RECREATION LIBRARIES 2025 theconnectionsnj.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 Make a difference in your community & become an Elk! Con Meeting Hall, Outdoor Pavilion & picnic facilities are avail

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