The Connections Warren-Watchung Edition Sep-Nov. 2024

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 908-234-2345, ext.100, info@ccabedminster.org or visit ccabedminster.org. Current Exhibit: September 27 – December 8 Opening Reception: Fri., Sept. 27; 6-8pm Solo Exhibitions: Angela Pilgrim: New Growth Barbara Wallace: Sculpture October 25 from 7-10pm $UW 3DORR]D $ %HQHÀW IRU 7KH &HQWHU Live & Silent Auction, Wood Fire Pizza Truck, Live Music, Signature Cocktails, Games of Chance November 1 – December 8 &UHDWLYH :RPHQ·V 6KRZFDVH Exhibition Opening & Artists/Vendor Showcase Friday, November 1; 5:30-9pm 3KRWR &UHGLW ´- 0DFNµ 7UDQVIHU 3ULQW 'HFRUDWLYH 3DSHU &ROODJH &RORUHG 3HQFLO E\ $QJHOD 3LOJULP FARMSTEAD ARTS CENTER All events take place on the historic Kennedy Martin Stelle Farmstead at 450 King George Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Art and Photography classes are held throughout the year. For more information about upcoming events and classes visit www.farmsteadartscenter.org or email admin@farmsteadarts.org. Inside our Gallery 6HSW ²2FW )DUPVWHDG 0HPEHUV· $UW ([KLELWLRQ Theater in the English Barn The Lord Stirling Theater Company presents Agatha &KULVWLH·V ´%ODFN &RIIHHµ Oct. 18, 19, 25 & 26 @ 7:30 pm; Oct. 20 & 27 @ 2 pm Events in the Farm House +LVWRU\ 7DON ZLWK -RHO )DUNDV ´3DLQWLQJ WKH 5HYROXWLRQµ Sun. Sept. 8 th @ 1pm Guitar Concert featuring Daniel Reyes Llinás Sun. Sept. 22 @ 2pm WATCHUNG ARTS CENTER 18 Stirling Rd., Watchung, NJ 07069 908-753-0190. Walk-In Hours: Tues.-Thurs., Sat. 11am-1pm 9ROXQWHHU QRQ SURÀW DUWV RUJDQL]DWLRQ 2IIHUV DUW H[KLELWLRQV OLYH PXVLF SHUIRPDQFHV FKLOGUHQ·V classes in drawing & painting, yoga. For more information, visit WatchungArts.org. FRIENDS OF THE SHELTER $ QRQ SURÀW YROXQWHHU RUJDQL]DWLRQ committed to serving those affected by domestic abuse (24 hr emergency hotline 866-684-1122). )XQGV DUH UDLVHG WR EHQHÀW 6DIH 6RXQG 6RPHUVHW D United Way agency. New members welcome. Friends of the Shelter, PO Box 23, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. For more information please email us at: friendsofthesheltersomerset@gmail.com. THE GARDEN CLUB OF WATCHUNG Meets the 1st Wed. of the month at various locations, 11-1. We would love to have you join us! To see what we do, visit our Facebook page. Our members are from Watchung and nearby communities. All are welcome! For information please call (908)754-5766 or leave your request on our Facebook page. We are 66 and still growing! IMPACT100 GARDEN STATE Founded in 2013, inspired by a JURZLQJ QDWLRQDO WUHQG LQ ZRPHQ·V collective giving. The collective giving model enables us to combine the donations of many women to award meaningful JUDQWV WR ORFDO QRQSURÀWV 0HPEHUV UHSUHVHQW D PRVDLF RI backgrounds, occupations, experiences, priorities, & interests. Together, we prove that the power of one woman multiplied by many equals an impact that can change lives. Info or to join-contact Celeste at atscc1995@gmail.com. INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS CLUB (IFC) Social club for foreign national women currently residing in the US & 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 Sept– June with presenters & a wide variety of activities available including outings (locally & in NYC), book club, food appreciation, weekly hiking, out to lunch, movies & more. More info at fcnjandny.org or email ifcnjboard@gmail.com. JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SOMERSET, HUNTERDON & WARREN COUNTIES 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ 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: Volunteers interested in being matched with families seeking support from a caring home visitor, with seniors who are often isolated, lonely & eager for cognitive stimulation, or who need someone to provide grocery shopping or other support. Will receive training. Therapists Needed: We are seeking LSW/LCSW therapists. +\EULG ZRUN VW\OH ÁH[LEOH KRXUV EDVHG RQ SRSXODWLRQ VHUYHG Welcoming & supportive team environment with group / individual supervision incl & ongoing CEU training. Café Europa: A social group for Holocaust Survivors. Job Seekers Success Group: For active job seekers focusing on strategies & issues affecting a job search. Free & open to the community. Social Learning Group: A 10-week program, meeting on Sundays, focuses on social, relationship & communication skills 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. Meet other siblings who have similar experiences in a relaxed atmosphere. Parent Support Group: Peer Support for parents with a special needs child. An opportunity to come together with other parents who share similar experiences of parenting. Led by a LCSW w/experience working w/these families. -81,25 :20(1·6 &/8% 2) SOMERSET HILLS The JWC of Somerset Hills has almost a century of community service to Bernardsville, Basking Ridge & Warren. We are part of the NJ State )HGHUDWLRQ RI :RPHQ·V &OXEV ZKLFK LV WKH ODUJHVW YROXQWHHU ZRPHQ·V VHUYLFH RUJDQL]DWLRQ LQ WKH VWDWH 7KH FOXE HQDEOHV PHPEHUV to make a difference in the lives of others, one small project at a time. Visit us at njsfwc.org/the-club-pages/somerset-hills/ or for information, contact Tina DelGiorno at clang34@aol.com MAH JONGG CLUB OF WATCHUNG We have MOVED! After more than 10 years at the Watchung Library, we are now meeting at The Wilson Memorial Church, 7 Valley Rd, Watchung. We play on Mon. & Thurs., 1pm, in the Nursery. Knowledge of the game is mandatory. For more information, contact Melanie Novello at Novello1800@aol.com. MOMS CLUB OF LONG HILL Open to all mothers who live in Long Hill. We meet 3rd Wed. of the month at First Presbyterian Church, Stirling, 10-11am. Very active group with many monthly events. Email: longhillmoms@gmail.com for more info or to join. MURRAY HILL TOASTMASTERS CLUB $ FRPPXQLW\ EDVHG RUJDQL]DWLRQ DIÀOLDWHG with worldwide public speaking & leadership club, Toastmasters International. We provide a supportive & positive environment where members & guests are empowered to develop communication & leadership skills for greater selfFRQÀGHQFH SHUVRQDO JURZWK Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tues./month; 6:30-7:30pm Berkeley Heights Public Library 29 Park Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ, 07922 FOR INFO: bit.ly/416AAoN or scan our QR code NEIGHBORS & NEWCOMERS OF WATCHUNG HILLS :RPHQ·V 6RFLDO &OXE IRU WKRVH OLYLQJ LQ :DUUHQ :DWFKXQJ Green Brook & surrounding area. 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 :DWFKXQJ +LOOV RU FRQWDFW .DWKOHHQ 2·'RQQHOO DW NRG # gmail.com for more information. NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS 1RQ SURÀW VRFLDO RUJDQL]DWLRQ RSHQ to residents in Bridgewater, Bedminster, Bernardsville, Basking Ridge & surrounding communities. Women & men, singles & couples are welcome. We invite you to make new friends & participate in a variety of activities including wine tastings, day trips, lunch & dinner dining groups, pickleball, book discussions, crafts, bridge/canasta/mah jongg & much more. Find out more at NNSHClub.org & facebook.com/Newcomers.and.Neighbors.SomersetHillsNJ. More information about our club & activities, please contact Carol at nnshmembership@gmail.com. NOT IN THE FACE KICKBALLLEAGUE Recreational kickball league for women over 40. One day per week, 6-8pm, Martinsville, NJ. For more information email: NITFKickball@gmail.com. RETIRED REGISTERED NURSES GROUP A social & informative monthly meeting of retired Registered Nurses who live in the area. Meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month at the Somerset County Library, Vogt Drive, Bridgewater from 10:15am-12pm. For more information email karwhit46@gmail.com. RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF SOMERSET COUNTY 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 908-526-6295 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 somersetcounty4h@co.somerset.nj.us. “Linked” Online “Linked” Online theconnectionsnj.com NEED TO PROMOTE AN EVENT OR “LINK” YOUR ENTRY TO YOUR WEBSITE? CALL US AT 908-903-1799

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