COMMUNITY CALENDAR SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER - NOVEMBER 2022 theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 66 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL 908-903-1799 EVENTS THE ARTS THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 For information, gallery hours & to register for classes, contact Cyndi Wish, Executive Director at 908-2342345, ext. 100, info@ccabedminster.org or visit ccabedminster.org. Upcoming Exhibit September 30 – December 9, 2022 Northeast Feltmakers Guild Juror: Wes Sherman Misogyny Papers: Victor Davson Curated by Cynthia Hawkins Opening: Friday, September 30, 6-8pm FARMSTEAD ARTS CENTER All events take place on the historic Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead, 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Art, Photography & Guitar classes held throughout the year. For more information about upcoming events & classes visit www.farmsteadartscenter.org, email admin@farmsteadarts.org or call 908.636.7576. Upcoming Events Farmstead Gala Saturday, October 1, 5 – 9pm. Anniversary Celebration with fine food, cocktails, entertainment, and more! Visit website for more information. Theater in the English Barn Leading Ladies – a comedy by Ken Ludwig – presented by Lord Stirling Theater Company: October 21, 22, 28, 29, 7:30pm; October 23, 30, 4pm. Purchase tickets at our website or www.farmsteadarts.eventbrite.com Art Show in the Farm House The Beginning, The Middle, And The End featuring works by Margaret Fanning September 25 – October 30. Opening Reception September 25, 1 – 4pm. STUDIO 7 FINE ART GALLERY 5 Morristown Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924. 908-963-0365, studio7artgallery.com. Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10-4. UPCOMING EXHIBIT: Travelogue Oil paintings by Gary Godbee October 1 - November 30, 2022 Artists Reception Friday, October 7, 6-9pm WATCHUNG ARTS CENTER 18 Stirling Rd., Watchung, NJ 07069. 908-753-0190. Walk-In Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 12-2pm, Saturday, 11am-1pm. Volunteer/non-profit arts organization. Offers art exhibitions, live music performances, children’s classes in drawing & painting, yoga. For more information, visit WatchungArts.org CLUBS & SERVICES AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Monthly meetings held virtually. Visit autoimmunegroup.com for dates & times or email autoimmunegroup@gmail.com THE FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER A non-profit volunteer organization committed to serving those affected by domestic abuse (24 hour emergency hotline: 866-684-1122). Funds are raised to benefit Safe+ Sound Somerset, a United Way agency. New members welcome. For more information and/or to join a meeting email: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com or call Terry Thompson at 908-766-9844. NOTE: Meetings are virtual the first Monday of each month, 12:15pm. Upcoming Events: Author Luncheon at Natirar, Wednesday, October 12. THE GARDEN CLUB OF WATCHUNG Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month at various locations,11am-1pm. This year is our 65th anniversary & we would love to have you join us! Members are from Watchung & nearby communities. All are welcome! For information please call (908) 754-5766 or leave your request on our Face Book page. We are 65 and still growing!! INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB (IFC) “Linked” Online Social club for foreign national women currently residing in the United States & American women who have lived internationally. Club fosters cultural understanding, promotes formation of social ties within the international community, provides a place to share mutual experiences through a variety of interests & activities. Monthly coffee mornings held September – June with presenters & wide variety of activities available including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies. For more info visit www.ifcnjandny.org or email ifcnjboard@gmail.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON & WARREN COUNTIES “Linked” Online 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 Unless otherwise noted, for information or to register for programs & events, contact Elise Prezant, JFS at 908-725-7799 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org, Admin@JewishFamilySvc.org or jewishfamilysvc.org Volunteers Needed: Be a caring home visitor supporting seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cognitive stimulation or are frail & need assistance with grocery shopping, etc. 9 hour orientation & training program over 3 evenings. Cafe Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors Job Seekers Success Group: Wednesdays, Sept 7, Nov 2, Dec 12, 7-9pm via ZOOM. Free of charge and open to the community. Expanding Horizon Programs Social Learning Group: 10-week program, meeting on Sundays, 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 special needs child. Led by a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with families of special needs children. 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 & Warren. Visit us on Facebook or email JWCofSH@yahoo.com. http://njsfwc.org/ MAH JONGG CLUB OF WATCHUNG Mondays, 1pm. For information about the club, contact Melanie Novello at Novello1800@aol.com MURRAY HILL TOASTMASTERS CLUB Community-based organization affiliated with toastmasters International, a worldwide public speaking & leadership club committed to improving the speaking & leadership skills of its members. Meetings held 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month, 6-7pm. NOTE: Virtual meetings until further notice. For log on information visit: officers-3260@toastmastersclubs.org. For club information contact: president-3260@toastmastersclubs.org NEIGHBORS & NEWCOMERS OF WATCHUNG HILLS Women’s Social Club for those living in Warren, Watchung, Green Brook & surrounding towns. We have something for everyone: Interest groups such as Book Club, Out & About Adventures, Lunch Out, Walking & Gaming Groups, Stitchery, Movie Nights (days too) & so much more. Special events include Wine Tasting, Soup & Chili Night & Spring Socials & Pop Up events abound! Visit us on Meetup (Neighbors & Newcomers Club of Watchung Hills) or contact Shelley Molnar at molnarnj@gmail.com for more information. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS (NNSH) Non-profit, social organization open to ALL AREA RESIDENTS offering variety of activities including wine tasting, dining out, book discussion,day trips, bridge/canasta/ Mahjong & more. Visit us at NNSHClub.org or see us at facebook.com/Newcomers & Neighbors of Somerset Hills, NJ. NOT IN THE FACE KICKBALL LEAGUE Recreational kickball league for women over 40. June 15-July 31 -1 day per week, 6-8pm, Martinsville, NJ. For more information email: NITFKickball@gmail.com RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 908-526-6295 The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County has a wide variety of in-person events, classes, & programs for all ages. From virtual youth based clubs to live cooking classes, our offerings are completely FREE & open to the public. For more information, please visit somerset.njaes. rutgers.edu Last Light, Tucson by Gary Godbee, oil on linen, 16”x20”
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