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 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 organic produce for food banks & missions, and a Children’s Garden with plantings and outdoor musical instruments. A new greenhouse for educational classes and year around growing. Perfect for gardening, bird watching, star gazing or just relaxing or enjoying nature. Annual Brite Nites Halloween event takes place in October. For more information, visit 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 NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799 WARREN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP Networking group for professional women, all industries & sizes. Looking for a diverse cross-section of industries & experiences. Virtual luncheon 1st Wednesday each month 12:30pm. Please email: Marcella-Mgencarelli@lakelandbank.com or Laurie-laurie.mg96@gmail.com WATCHUNG HILLS ELKS LODGE #885 1 Elks Trail Warren, NJ 07059 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 in three main areas. We support our Veterans and Active Military, Special Children & Youth Groups. Make a Difference in your community and become an Elk! Contact Membership@elkslodge885.org or stop by the Lodge. Our Meeting Hall, Outdoor Pavilion and Picnic facilities are available for rental call 908-668-9727. 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. Meeting : Tues., Sept. 19,12pm, Join us for a meet & greet ice cream social; 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 Boulevard, 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. Iceland, Land of Midnight Sun Presented by Shawn Carey: September 6, 7-8 p.m. Wildlife photographer and Audubon instructor Shawn Carey will share images and stories from his journey spent on two Icelandic islands. Presented by the Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks: Lidia Bastianich - September 7, 7-8 p.m. Adam Alter - September 20, 2-3 p.m. Amor Towles - September 27, 8-9 p.m. The Apple Watch - A Small But Powerful Tool: September 12, 7-8 p.m. If you use it to its full extent, this watch can be a great tool that can help you conquer your day, lose weight, be productive, and even save money. The New York City Crystal Palace - Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations: September 13, 7-8 p.m. Before the creation of Bryant Park, the area behind the New York Public Library was occupied by a monumental water reservoir. It became the site of the first American international exhibition. “A Furious Sky: The Five-Hundred-Year History of America’s Hurricanes” by Eric Jay Nolin: September 26, 7-8 p.m. Explore the five-hundred-year story of American hurricanes and understand the storms on the horizon of America’s future. Peru, A Photo Tour Presented by Phil and Becky Witt: September 27, 7-8 p.m. Come on a photographic tour of Peru, from a walk in the ancient Incan ruins of Machu Picchu to fishing for piranhas in the hot and humid Amazon basin. 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. Men’s Pickup Basketball and Adult Co-Ed Volleyball will start again in September. Be on the lookout for information regarding Letters to Santa and the Holiday Festival. For more information on events and programs please go to https://www.warrennj.org/175/Recreation RECREATION LIBRARIES 2023 theconnectionsnj.com
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