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June 15, 2012


 

Somerset Hills

Open to everyone

    

SHEF Chili Cook-Off Event Planner - PAID Part-Time Job Opportunity

Are you organized, have a passion for raising money to support education programs and are enthusiastic about getting out and talking about it?  The Somerset Hills Education Foundation has a part-time position available to help plan our key fundraiser - the Chili Cook-Off.  Click here for more information . . . 

Basking Ridge

Open to all children ages 3-10

June 18-22

Y-SPLASH! - NON-SWIMMER AND BEGINNING SWIMMERS

$25 and open to members and non-members. See flyer for details. 

Somerset Hills

June 20

SUBSCRIPTION BUSING 2012-2013

Remember that June 20, 2012 is the deadline to return your child's registration form and payment for subscription busing for the 2012-2013 school year. If you received a letter regarding your child's eligibility to participate in subscription busing and you wish to take advantage of this opportunity, you must respond with full payment by the deadline above. Information is available at the district website, www.shsd.org. Click on department, then transportation to download the letter and registration form. Registrations postmarked after June 20 will only be accepted if seats are available on an existing bus, and seats will not be guaranteed for the beginning of the school year.   Questions may be directed to Transportation Coordinator Ginny Harknett at gharknett@shsd.org, or 908-630-3015.

Somerset Hills  Open to everyone

By June 20 --

Summer 2013

INTERESTED IN A MULTI COUNTRY TRIP SUMMER 2013? 
Anyone, who may be interested please contact Ms. Violillo at
mviolillo@shd.org by June 20.

Bernardsville   

Open to everyone

 June 21

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June 25

NEW - BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS -Summer Reading Club Kick-Off--Thursday, June 21 at 6:30 pm: Join us for "Nocturnal by Nature," a program about the world of nocturnal and crepuscular animals with live specimens, presented by "Eyes of theWild."  Family program.  Free.  Advance registration is required at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PCM8FT6. This is the beginning of six weeks of summer reading, programs and fun.

 

Do-It-Yourself--Monday, June 25 at 5 pm: Buggalicious Treats. Ages 5-9. Free. No sign-up is needed.

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Community Service Opportunity @ the Library

Did you know that the Bernardsville Library Youth Services Department had 214 volunteers do a total of 1,582 hours this past year? Yes, your student can do their volunteer hours at the library too!!  Have your student (entering grade 6-12) stop by the library to get a volunteer application today.

Gladstone

Open to everyone

June 25-28

ST. LUKE'S GLADSTONE - VIBE SKY

A summer family dinner event called VIBE Sky will be hosted at St. Luke's Episcopal Church from Monday June 25 to Friday June 29. All area children and their families are invited. At VIBE Sky, (Very Inter-generational Bible Experience), faith and imaginations soar. See flyer for details. 

Bernardsville

Open to ages 15 and over

June 28

July 1

BERNARDSVILLE RECREATION - LIFEGUARD TRAINING

2 courses- 1 for new lifeguards and 1 challenge course for experienced lifeguards. See flyer for details. 

Basking Ridge

Open to all students 15-18

Summer

YMCA TEEN SERVICE TRIP -

Dominican Republic - June 24-July 3. See flyer for details. 

Bernardsville

Open to everyone

Summer

YOUTH SCIENCE PROJECT

Fun science camp for children in grades 1-8 at the School of St. Elizabeth. See flyer for details 

Basking Ridge

Open to all students 13-15

Summer

X-TREME ADVENTURES FOR TEENS

The Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center has a unique summer program series for teens age 13 to 15. Teens will be challenged to an unforgettable adventure as Naturalists lead participants through a series of exciting, educational, and enjoyable day trips including white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking and more. See flyer for details.  

Bernardsville

Summer

BERNARDSVILLE RECREATION SUMMER PROGRAMS

Registration begins both in person (166 Mine Brook Road), and on line Saturday, April 14, 8:00 a.m.

Besides our six week summer camp, spend your summer getting back to nature, or explore the mysteries of the solar system.  If you want to rock out this summer, we have everything from guitar, voice, instrumental and music technology!  If you're the creative type, you can try digital arts and crafts, comic book creation, theatre, creating 3D worlds, mosaics and art.  If activity is your thing, there is lacrosse, basketball, fly fishing, baseball, tennis, soccer, fun and fitness and pony camp.  

 

 To view the full 2012 summer schedule on line, please go to: http://www.bernardsvilleboro.org/pages01/2012%20Summer%20Camp.pdf 

 

Golf flyer attached 

 

To register on line, please go to:  https://register.communitypass.net/Bernardsville 

Any questions, call Bernardsville Rec:  908-766-2546.

Bernardsville  Open to everyone

Summer Camp

NJ AUDUBON SUMMER CAMPS FROM JUNE 25 - AUGUST 31! Offering one week of "intro-camp" for young children Age 4 to entering Kindergarten, and 9 additional weeks of camp each for students entering grades 1-3 and students entering grades 4-6.  Middle school students also love our popular overnight camps to either Sedge Island, Barnegat Bay or to the Appalachian Mountain Club's Mohican Outdoor Center! NEW THIS YEAR... POST-CARE 'TILL 5PM!! For more information about these camp programs call (908) 766-5787 or link to our website: http://www.njaudubon.org/SectionCenters/SectionScherman/SummerCamp.aspx.

Bedminster & Mendham
Open to everyone

Summer Camp

NATURE DAY CAMP   Registration now Open! The Raritan Headwaters Association's (RHA) Nature Day Camp programs encourage children to experience nature together, developing a strong appreciation for the outdoors and learning how to protect our natural environment. Each course is led by RHA's Associate Naturalists and trained assistants.. See attached flyer.   Find more information about RHA's Nature Day Camp at www.raritanheadwaters.org, email Lauren at LTheis@raritanheadwaters.org or call 908-234-1852 x314! 

Mendham
Open to everyone

Summer

SCHIFF SUMMER NATURE PROGRAMS
Ages 6-12      
See flyer for details. 

Bedminster

Open to everyone

Summer

THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART SUMMER ART CAMPS & CLASSES 

See flyer for details.

Morristown

Open to all students ages

6-17

Summer

SUMMER STUDIO ART CLASSES AT MORRIS MUSEUM

Classes offered for all ages and all levels. See flyer for classes and registration information. 

Somerset Hills

Open to everyone

August

 

SOMERSET HILLS BULLDOGS 2012 FOOTBALL AND CHEER PROGRAM

Sign-ups are NOW OPEN!! See flyer for information. 

Welcome back for another exciting Bulldogs season!  August will be here before you know it, which starts our 

2012 Football and Cheer Season!  We have been working hard to make this season even better than previous years.

Don't miss out  ...  be a part of the 2012 Bulldogs Football and Cheer Season  ...  Sign-ups are now open!

Please visit our website   www.somersethillsbulldogs.com   and register now for the upcoming season.

NOTE:  Sign-up before July 1st to avoid a late fee.  

Basking Ridge

Open to everyone

September

NEW - ADVENTURE GUIDES AND Y-TRAIL PROGRAM

This enriching program has a focus on strengthening relationships between fathers and their children. See flyer for details.

Bernards Township, Bernardsville, Chester Borough, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, Peapack/Gladstone & Long Hill Township

Tuesdays

VACCINES FOR CHILDREN PROGRAM
For all children birth to 18 years who are not covered by health insurance to receive appropriate vaccinations in a timely manner at no cost. The goal is to eliminate vaccine-preventable disease in children. This federally funded, state operated vaccine supply program provides pediatric vaccines at no cost to doctors and health care providers who serve children who might not otherwise be vaccinated due to the inability to pay.
See flyer in English and   in Spanish. 

 

INFORMATION FOR ADULTS

Bernardsville  Open to everyone

 June 16

 

NEW - BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS 

Saturday Crafters--Saturday, June 16 at 3:00 pm: Bring your own projects, get tips and chat with the group.  For adults.  Free.  No sign-up is needed.

Liberty Corner

Open to everyone

June 16

LIBERTY CORNER BLOOD DRIVE/ART BENEFIT

Art Poster sale at the Liberty Corner Firehouse 10:00-4:00 See flyer. 

Bernardsville

Open to everyone 

To June 21

HATHA YOGA NATURALLY

Morning and evening classes held at the NJ Audubon Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary. See flyer for details.

Bernards Township, Bernardsville,Chester Borough, Long Hill Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, and Peapack/ Gladstone

NOTE NEW DATE 

June 27

 

 PRE-REGISTRATION Required

HEALTH SCREENINGS

 MALE CANCER SCREENING will be held on June 27th from 5 pm-7 pm in the Wellness Center at Fellowship Village located at 8000 Fellowship Road in Basking Ridge  See flyer for details.

 

The cost for each screening is $30 for residents and $40 for non-residents. In addition, an optional Thyroid Screening is available at the Health Screening for an additional charge.

 

The Male Cancer Screening Clinic includes a PSA Test (Prostate Specific Antigen), an exam by a board-certified urologist, a blood pressure check and cancer prevention information.  This clinic is for men who have not been screened in two or more years, are NOT under the care of a urologist, who are over 40 with a family history of prostate cancer, or are between 50 and 70 years old. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by visiting the BT Health Department or phoning 908-204-2520.

Bernardsville

Open to everyone

July 7 and 8

NEW - WATER RESCUE TECHNICIAN

Bernardsville Recreation, in conjunction with Mine Brook Search & Rescue, is offering a "Water Rescue Technician" course designed for Public Safety and Rescue Professionals, including law enforcement, fire, rescue, EMS and lifeguard personnel. The awareness and operational levels are designed as a foundational course for all public safety and rescue professions, regardless of their swimming ability or experience in, on or around the water. See flyer for details.

Basking Ridge

Open to everyone

July 16 and July 30

MAXIMIZING THE RESPITE EXPERIENCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM

Sponsored by the YMCA, this program is designed for respite care providers who serve individuals with autism spectrum disorders. See flyer for more details. 

           

                  

TURF FIELD/TRACK USAGE  The turf field and track are not to be used for organized public events without written permission from the Somerset Hills Board of Education through a Use of Facilities Form*. The facility is available for individual exercise activities. (*Form may be obtained at the Board of Education Office at 25 Olcott Ave.)


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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