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Basking Ridge
Open to everyone
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Feb. 1
Feb. 8
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YMCA PROGRAMS
TEEN ADVENTURE PROGRAM
The Somerset Hills YMCA has developed new Teen Adventure Programming based on an identified community need for exciting activities that provide 7th & 8th graders with healthy risk-taking opportunities. This mission-driven program is designed to fill the gap in programming for this age group by addressing the needs of middle school students and providing them with opportunities that foster a sense of independence and encourage healthy behaviors.See attached flyer for program.
NEW - KIDS NIGHT OUT -- Friday 2/8 from 6-10pm, Ages 2-1/2 -13.
A fun night for kids to play at the Y while their parents have a night off. See flyer for information.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Feb. 2
Feb. 4
Feb. 8
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NEW -BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Chess Promo--Saturday, February 2, 12:30-2:30 pm. An introduction for children to chess plus games and tournaments. Free. Advance registration is required at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PGNH3H7. Free lessons begin Wednesday, February 6.
Log Cabin Craft--Monday, February 4 at 4:30 pm. Celebrate author Laura Ingalls Wilder's birthday with an edible log cabin project. Free craft program for children in Grades K-3. No sign-up is needed.
F.A.S.T. Story Time--Friday, February 8 at 10:30 am. Sensory sensitive story time for children of all abilities. Free family program. No sign-up is needed.
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Bridgewater
Open to everyone
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Feb. 2
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SOMERSET COUNTY VOCATIONAL & TECHNICAL HS OPEN HOUSE
In celebration of Career and Technical Education Month, SC Vocational & Technical High School (a fully accredited, four year high school located on an eighty acre campus at 14 Vogt Drive in Bridgewater) will hold its 6th Annual Open House from 9 AM - 12 Noon on Saturday, February 2, A snow date of February 9th has been set in case of inclement weather.
During the event, faculty and staff will be available to answer questions as well as provide information on each of the 17 Career and Technical Education Programs available at SCVTHS. Some highlights of the day include campus tours, a full review of all academic offerings, and program demonstrations. In addition, hors d'oeuvres will be served by Culinary Arts students in the cafeteria, where guests can meet with the advisors of SCVTHS sports teams, extracurricular activities and clubs. Follow this link for information. http://www.scvths.org/news.cfm?story=57594&school=0
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Feb. 2
Feb. 9
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NEW -SCHERMAN HOFFMAN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY PROGRAMS
WILDFLOWER FOLKLORE
Saturday, February 2 - 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Wildflowers have been part of fun stories and folklore for centuries. They also have a prominent spot in the history of medicine. We'll highlight some of these wonderful plants and their contributions to our culture. Located at the Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, -- Cost: $5 members, $10 nonmembers.
GIVE A HOOT! OWLS AT SCHERMAN HOFFMAN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY Saturday, February 9 -- 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
At certain times of the year, eight species of owls can be found in New Jersey. Activities and stories will help us appreciate these mostly-nocturnal predators. In this family program, we'll learn to imitate their calls and investigate "pellets" they leave behind. Limit 15 children. Preregistration required, call 908-766-5787. Located at the Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, Cost: $5 per child, members; $7 per child, nonmembers.
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Bernardsville
All Kindergarten girls
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Feb. 7
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NEW -GIRL SCOUTS
Bernardsville Area Community Girl Scouts is starting a Kindergarten Daisies Troop- Parents of girls who are currently in Kindergarten at Bedwell who are interested in having their daughter join the Girl Scouts are invited to attend an informational session on Thursday, February 7, from 7-8PM in the Bedewell Cafeteria. Please RSVP to Stephanie Tallagnon at tallagnons@yahoo.com.
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Bernardsville
Bedwell Girls
K-4th grade
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Feb. 8
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BEDWELL FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE
Bedwell Father/Daughter dance sponsored by Girl Scout troop 60179. Friday February 8th at the Bedwell School. The cost is $35 per father/daughter and an additional $5 for each additional girl. Click here for registration form.
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Basking Ridge
Open to everyone
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Feb. 10
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SOUNDSCAPES FOR CELLO & ORGAN
Sunday, February 10, 2013-- 4:00pm
Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church
1 East Oak Street Basking Ridge, NJ
Free admission. Donations suggested.
A variety of works from J.S. Bach to the present day will frame a rare performance of Karl Höller's Improvisation on 'Schönster, Herr Jesu,' a colorful tour of scenes exploring different moods and aspects of a well- loved German hymn.
Website: www.MusicSH.org
Tickets: www.MusicSH.org/concerts
Phone: 973-339-7719
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Bernardsville
Girls in 4th & 5th Grades
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Feb. 21-Mar. 14
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GIRLS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
The Girls Leadership Institute teaches girls the skills to live life boldly. They empower girls to know who they are, what they believe, and how to express it. These skills allow girls to engage more authentically with others and create change in their world. The GLI Real Parents/Real Daughters workshop for 4th and 5th grade girls is scheduled to be held at BMS in February. See flyer for details.
Thursdays - 2/21, 2/28, 3/7 & 3/14
6:30-8:00 pm - BMS Room 114
Girls in Grades 4 or 5 with 1 parent or adult
Week 1 - Assertive Self-Expression
Week 2 - Emotional Intelligence at Home
Week 3 - Owning Our Mistakes
Week 4 - Road Map for Conflict
For the direct link to register for the Workshop
http://girlsleadershipinstitute.org/programs/new-jersey/real-parent-real-daughters-grades-4-5
In addition, if you want to learn more about GLI, please visit the website:www.girlsleadership.org
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Somerset Hills
Grades 2-8
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Feb. 23
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SOMERSET HILLS SOCCER CLUB INTRAMURAL PROGRAM (Grades 2-8) Spring 2013 Registration
Please click here for information.
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Bernardsville
Open to all students grades K-4
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Feb/Mar.
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BERNARDSVILLE RECREATION WINTER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Grades K-4. Click for brochure
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Mar. 10
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WIN AN UNLOCKED APPLE IPHONE 5 OR APPLE IPAD RETINA3G
The BHS Parents Fencing Association is running a fundraiser for the BHS Fencing Team. Raffle tickets are $10.00/each and there will be 2 winners, one for an Apple IPHONE 5 and one for an Apple IPAD. If you would like to purchase a ticket please contact Ed Coury @ ecoury8751@gmail.com
The drawing will be held at our Awards Banquet on Sunday March 10th @ 8:00 pm. Only 600 tickets will be sold. Winner does not have to be present.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Mar. 17
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NEW - SPANISH GUITAR DUO EMERICUS BRINGS THE OLD WORLD TO THE SOMERSET HILLS
Music in the Somerset Hills will present Emericus in concert at the Church of St. John on the Mountain. Emericus is the husband and wife duo composed of Elise Figa, a mezzo-soprano, and Carlos Cuestas, a classical guitarist and specialist in early plucked-string instruments. Their program, Música de España, features art song from 17th and 19th century Spain on themes of love, longing and travel, performed on historical guitars. Join them for an imaginary journey through the streets of Old Europe, accompanied by lavishly romantic music that embodies the legendary spirit of passion so central to this culture. The performance will take place in the uniquely beautiful acoustic of St. John's new Parish Hall.
4:00pm St. John on the Mountain
379 Mount Harmony Road Bernardsville, NJ 07924
Tickets are $20 each for adults, $15 for seniors, and $10 for students. They may be purchased online at www.MusicSH.org/concerts, or at the door while supplies last. For more information visit http://www.MusicSH.org or call 973-339-7719
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Morristown
Open to everyone
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Winter
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STUDIO ART CLASSES and EVENTS & PROGRAMS AT THE MORRIS MUSEUM
Classes and events throughout the winter. See brochure.
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Bedminster
Open to everyone
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Winter
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CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART
Winter Art Classes for all ages. Click here for brochure.
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Somerset Hills
Open to residents of Bernardsville, Peapack and Gladstone.
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Spring
Registation Open
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SOMERSET HILLS LITTLE LEAGUE
Spring Baseball is coming! Registration is now open for Somerset Hills Little League. SHLL programs are open to all residents of Bernardsville, Peapack, and Gladstone. Teams are forming for both baseball and softball, for children ages 4 through 15. For more information, visit www.somersethillsll.org.
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Bernards Township, Bernardsville, Chester Borough, Long Hill Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township and Peapack/Gladstone
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2nd Tuesday of Month
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CHILD HEALTH CONFERENCE
The Bernards Township Health Department conducts a monthly no cost clinic for children who are not covered by health insurance which ensures that children receive appropriate vaccinations in a timely manner.
The services provided are: Growth and development assessments, Immunizations for newborns through children 18 years of age, Nutrition assessment and counseling, and Information and education on childhood health, safety, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) in the area, Pediatric Dental Program, NJ Snap (Food Stamps), etc. This influenza vaccine is available to those who attend at our Child Health Conference.
Phone the Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills at 908-766-0180 for an appointment or phone the Bernards Township Health Department at 908-204-2520 for further information
Flyer in English Flyer in Spanish
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Somerset Hills
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Summer
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MULTI-COUNTRY EUROPEAN TRIP
A 14 day trip with EF Tours, to Spain, France and Italy, including a two day extension to Pompei, Sorrento and Capri is planned for this coming summer. This trip isn ot associated with the Somerset Hills School District and is open to anyone interested. Presently the departure date is June 25. For further information please contact Ms. Violillo at mviolillo@shsd.org
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Bernardsville
Open to all students Grades 1-6.
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Summer Camp
Aug. 5-8
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CAMP INVENTION
Inspire creativity and inventive thinking during a weeklong summer adventure of fun and exciting real world challenges led by qualified educators. Early registration - March 28. See flyer for details.
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INFORMATION FOR ADULTS
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Liberty Corner
Open to everyone
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Feb. 2
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HEARTWORKS VALENTINE'S DAY CELEBRATION
Heartworks invites area residents to its second annual Valentine's Day Celebration and Fundraiser at 7:00pm on Saturday, February 2 at the Liberty Corner Fire House on Church Street in Bernards Township. Individual tickets are offered for $75 and sponsorships are available by contacting hollyfay@heartworksgroup.org or (908) 766-4400. Donations of silent auction items such as a week at a vacation home, jewelry, or tickets to a sporting event also are needed.
Heartworks is a 501(c3) Acts of Kindness group that was created in response to the tremendous kindness that sustained so many families in the months and years following September 11, 2001.
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Peapack
Open to everyone
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Feb. 2
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BHS LACROSSE FUNDRAISER
St. Brigids Church - Peapack NJ
7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Live Band, Gourmet Food, Silent Auction, Raffle- See flyer for details.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Feb. 3
Feb. 12
Feb. 13
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NEW -BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Story Quilts by Judith Shevell: Opening Reception--Sunday, February 3, 2:00-4:00 pm. Story quilts by Judith Shevell will be on display at Bernardsville Library during the month of February in an exhibition titled "It's All About the Stories." The exhibition can be viewed in the Community Room during regular hours unless a meeting is in progress. Free. No sign-up needed.
Adoption: A Panel Discussion--Tuesday, February 12 at 7:00 pm. If you're thinking about adopting, learn valuable information from a panel of experts including an adoption attorney and representatives from international and domestic adoption agencies. Free. Advance sign-up is requested at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SLJ9KZ6.
Going Solar 101--Wednesday, February 13 at 7:00 pm. Find out about the practicality of installing or leasing a residential solar energy system for your home, about tax credits, federal and state incentives, current legislation, and whether such a system adds to the value of your house, from Christal Rosenka and Sean Barr of Independent Solar. They'll also discuss the basics of residential solar energy systems. Free. Advance sign-up requested at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/77X9XYX.
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Basking Ridge
Open to everyone
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Feb. 5
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FOREST FITNESS
Environmental Education Center Naturalists will lead a weekly walking group on Tuesdays, beginning February 5 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
See flyer for more information and registration.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Feb. 16 -Mar. 3
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NEW -CELTIC FORTNIGHT
St John on the Mountain announces the "Celtic Fortnight," a two week series of events focusing on the music, art, sports, food and spirituality of the Celtic nations. The fortnight kicks off with a reception and unveiling of watercolors from the artist Daniel Paul Turner Thomas, At the same time the Guards Pipes and Drums will lead a Celtic Concert at the church to start the 2 weeks of festivities. The concert will feature music and readings from all three nations followed by a hearty Shepherd's Pie Dinner. This will be followed by a number of events that are both fun and engaging for all in the community. Click here for more information. See flyer for full schedule of events.
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Somerset County
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Feb.19
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SOMERSET COUNTY OFFICE OF YOUTH SERVICES
Parenting Connection Workshops - See flyer for schedule
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Raritan
Open to everyone
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Feb. 26
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NEW -FREE FINANCIAL EDUCATION & SAVINGS MATCH PROGRAM
The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) will offer a nationally recognized financial education program, "Money in Motion©", on February 26 from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Participants will learn how to budget and start saving, helping them reach their financial goals. Click here for more information.
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Somerset Hills
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Mar. 23
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SAVE THE DATE -- SHEF CHILI COOK-OFF
The Somerset Hills Education Foundation Chili Cook-Off
Save The Date!!! Saturday, March 23 Click Here for More Information
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Bedminster
Open to everyone
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Winter
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CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART
Winter Art Classes for adults. Click here for brochure.
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