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Community Friday Folder
September 27, 2013
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 27
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NEW -BHS FOOTBALL HOME OPENER
Our BHS football team will host their home opener vs. Manville tonight! Gates will open for the Community Tailgate at 6pm, where there will be local food vendors, a DJ, face painting, and glow gear. Paul Miller Volkswagen will be giving out Neon T-shirts to the first 500 fans, so come early. Please remember that alcohol is prohibited on school property at all times. Additionally, no backpacks, bags, or outside food or drinks will be permitted inside the gates. We hope to you can make it to the tailgate and the game. Go Mountaineers!
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 27
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CUB SCOUTS - PACK 150
Join in on the fun and adventure of Cub Scouting! Pack 150-Bernardsville invites you to their Back to School Open House on Friday, September 27 from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the Bedwell Cafeteria. All interested boys in first to fourth grade are welcome. Please see attached flyer or visit the website at www.bernardsville150.mypack.us for more information about the pack. For further information, please contact cubpack150@verizon.net. We look forward to seeing you!
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 28
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NEW -CHURCH OF ST. JOHN ON THE MOUNTAIN - BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
This Sunday, September 29th at 1 pm
In celebration of Saint Francis' Day, join us for a service of the Blessing of Animals on the Chapel steps at 1 pm. All creatures, great and small, are welcome to attend with their owners.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 28
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BERNARDSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PRESENTS THE MUSICAL, CHILDREN OF EDEN
Bernardsville United Methodist Church and Bridgewater United Methodist Church invite you to a performance of Children of Eden by Stephen Schwartz, the creator of acclaimed musicals such as Godspell and Wicked.
A musical event for the whole family -Saturday, September 28th at 7:00 p.m. A free will offering will be taken with all proceeds going to support Superstorm Sandy relief in New Jersey. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. See flyer for more details.
Contact: Contact: Rev. Jenn Lovallo at jlovallo@bridgewaterumc.org or 908-526-1414 x6
Rev. Kyle Cuperwich at rev.cuperwich@gmail.com or 908-766-0669 for more information.
Church Website: www.bernardsvillemethodist.org
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 28
Sept. 28
Oct. 4
Oct. 7
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NEW -BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Great Big Faces--Saturday, September 28 at 1:00 pm. Dynamic art, comedy and audience participation with cartoonist Paul Merklein. Free family program. Advance sign-up is required at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YLBYMQR.
How to Draw Super Heroes--Saturday, September 28 at 3:00 pm. Dynamic art, comedy and audience participation with cartoonist Paul Merklein for children in grades 4-12. Get some great drawing tips. Free. Advance sign-up is required at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8629R5D.
First Friday Fun--Friday, October 4, 10:30 am: Parachute games. Free family program. No sign-up needed.
Drop-In Craft--Thursday, October 7 at 4:00 pm. Marshmallow catapult. Free family program. No sign-up needed.
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Bernards Township, Bernardsville, Chester Borough, Long Hill Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township and Peapack/Gladstone
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Oct. 9, 10, 18 & 19
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FLU SHOTS
The Bernards Township Health Department has scheduled four dates for seasonal flu shot clinics in October. All clinics will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. and are open to those 4 years old and over. Flu shot clinics will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 9th at St. James Church, 184 S. Finley Ave. in Basking Ridge; Thursday, Oct. 10th, at the Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester; Friday, Oct. 18th at the Peapack-Gladstone Municipal Building, 1 School St. in Peapack; and Saturday, Oct. 19th at the Bernards Township Community Center, 289 S. Maple Ave. in Basking Ridge. See flyer for details.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Oct. 12
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MONSTER BALL AND HAUNTED FIRETRUCK RIDE
Oct. 12 - 7:00 - 10:00pm
The Bernardsville Fire Department
See flyer.
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Morristown
Open to everyone
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Oct. 20
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HUNGER WALK
Help support BMS Brigade, a group of service-oriented students from Bernardsville Middle School, as they raise funds for Morristown's Community Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center via Hunger Walk 2013. Please consider joining them, rain or shine, on Sunday, October 20, at 1:00 P.M, for the 5K walk, which begins and ends at 36 South Street, Morristown.
For additional information or to donate on-line, click the following link :
http://www.active.com/donate/HungerWalk2013/BMSBrigade
Thanks to generous family, friends, neighbors, and members of the Somerset Hills School District, BMS Brigade raised over $3,300 for Hunger Walk 2012. Let's match or exceed that amount this year!
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Basking Ridge
Open to everyone
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Fall
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SOMERSET HILLS YMCA PROGRAMS
Free Seventh Grade Memberships - The Somerset Hills YMCA is pleased to announce a program that offers free Y memberships to seventh grade students at local schools within the Somerset Hills YMCA service area. As part of this program, seventh graders will have access to both of the Y's Mt. Airy and the Riverwalk branches, including the Wellness Centers, three pools, rock climbing wall, the basketball gym, and group exercise classes specifically tailored to teens. Additionally, they can take part in many activities geared toward their age group, such as the Y's Teen Scene nights, an innovative adventure program, and volunteer opportunities. The program begins September 29.
Dance Bowl Game - Dancers in the community are invited to be part of the half-time show at the Russell Athletic Bowl Game and the Macy's Parade at Universal Studios, both in Orlando, Florida.
Girl Scout Badge Opportunities- The Y offers a series of workshops to assist Scouts in mastering the important skills required to earn a badge.
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Somerset Hills
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JOB OPPORTUNITY - SHEF EVENT PLANNER
The Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) is seeking an Event Planner for the 2014 Chili Cook-Off! This is a part-time paid position!! Please see the full description in attached flyer.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Fall
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BERNARDSVILLE RECREATION FALL PROGRAMS
See flyer for information.
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Bedminster
Open to everyone
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Fall
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THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART - CHILDREN, TEENS & ADULT ART CLASSES
See flyer for information
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Somerset Hills
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Fall
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SOMERSET HILLS SOCCER CLUB
Registration for the fall season has begun. See the attached flyer for information.
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Morristown
Open to everyone
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Fall
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STUDIO ART AT THE MORRIS MUSEUM
See flyer for information
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Fall
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NJ AUDUBON SCHERMAN HOFFMAN WILDLIFE SANCUARY
Combining art and nature, classes are being offered for students in grades 3 - 5. See flyer for details.
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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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INFORMATION FOR ADULTS
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Somerset Hills
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SHEF INFORMATION
The Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) welcomes you back to the start of another school year! SHEF would like to include you in our e-newsletter, and would love to have you join our talented group of volunteers who assist us in providing educational opportunities to the students of the Somerset Hills School District. See attached form for information.
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 16-Nov. 4
Nov. 9
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SOMERSET HILLS COMMUNITY CHORUS
This is an invitation to join with fellow singers for the Somerset Hills Community Chorus Fall concert, to be held on November 9. Music in the Somerset Hills is thrilled to present a tribute concert to the great composer Benjamin Britten in honor of the 100th anniversary of his birth. The Somerset Hills Community Chorus will join forces with the ladies of the Antioch Chamber Ensemble, the MISH Summer Voices children's choir, Merynda Adams on harp and Brian Harlow on organ.
The concert will take place on Saturday, November 9, 7pm at St. John on the Mountain in Bernardsville. Rehearsals begin on Monday September 16 from 7-9pm at St. Luke's Church in Gladstone. To help cover the costs of the concert, participants are asked to make a suggested donation to MISH (a tax-exempt organization), or purchase concert tickets to re-sell or give away. Participating in the Fall session will allow for a reduced rate for the Spring session. As always, students between the ages of 14-18 participate for free.
Rehearsals begin on Monday evening, September 16 from 7-9pm at St. Luke's Church in Gladstone and continue through Monday, November 4. Our dress rehearsal will be during the day on November 9 and the concert is at 7pm. Valerie@MusicSH.org
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Bernardsville
Open to everyone
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Sept. 29
Oct. 8
Oct. 9
Oct. 27
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NEW -BERNARDSVILLE LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Meet Author Maryann McFadden--Sunday, September 29 at 3:00 pm. When Maryann McFadden finally landed a major publishing contract at auction, writers' blogs called it "winning the literary lottery." If only it were that easy. Ms. McFadden will tell the inspiring story of her ten-year publishing journey--how she decided to publish her first novel, The Richest Season, herself and prove it was worthy, and she did. Her third novel, The Book Lover, was published last May. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Bernardsville Library. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Free. Advance sign-up is requested at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YVDQSPH.
Book Signing with Janet Pfeiffer--Tuesday, October 8 at 7:00 pm. Meet Janet Pfeiffer, a motivational speaker and award-winning author of "The Great Truth: Shattering Life's Most Insidious Lies That Sabotage Your Happiness Along With the Revelation of Life's Sole Purpose." Ms. Pfeiffer is a sought-after speaker, an authority in the field of anger management and conflict resolution, and a consultant and instructor at a battered women's shelter. Free. Advance sign-up is requested at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BMLTG7C.
Surviving the Job Search: You Want What?!--Wednesday, October 9 at 7:00 pm. Go behind the scenes with Neil Berger as he shares his more than thirty years' experience as a Human Resources professional--covering the interview process from 'screening interview' to job offer. Whether you are between jobs, exploring career options or returning to the work world, you'll come away with information and tools to help you land your next job. Free. Advance sign-up is requested at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/97CBXC5.
Former Governor Christie Todd Whitman to Speak at Fundraiser for the Friends of the Bernardsville Library
Sunday, October 27, 4:00-7:00 pm.
Topic: "Superstorm Sandy: One Year Later." What we can look forward to from the environment and from the government? Have we or will we put in place preventive measures to minimize the devastation? Or if not, why not?
Location: Dolce, 300 North Maple Avenue, Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Light refreshments will be served.
Individual tickets ($100 each) must be purchased in advance and are available at Bernardsville Public Library.
Call the library with questions: (908) 766-0118.
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Liberty Corner
Open to:
Bernards Township, Bernardsville, Chester Borough, Long Hill Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township and Peapack/Gladstone
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Oct. 15
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BERNARDS TOWNSHIP HEALTH DEPARTMENT PROGRAM-PROSTATE CANCER
The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition of Somerset and Morris Counties in conjunction with Bernards Township Health Department and Morristown Medical Center will sponsor an educational program entitled "Prostate Cancer: To Screen or No To Screen? Clearing Up the Confusion" presented by Arthur Israel, M.D., F.A.C.S. from Garden State Urology and Keith A. Harmon, M.D., F.A.C.S. from Somerset Urological Associates on Tuesday, October 15th. The program will be held at the Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church--45 Church Street in the Liberty Corner section of Bernards Township and will start with refreshments at 6:30 p.m. with the program following at 7:00 p.m.
This discussion will center around up-to-date information on the risk factors for, prevention of, screening for, and treatment of prostate cancer.
Interested participants should reserve a spot by phone or email to the Bernards Township Health Department: health@bernards.org or
908-204-2520.
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Somerset Hills
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Oct. 24
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NEW -NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF SOMERSET HILLS
This non-profit social organization, will be hosting a Welcome Coffee on Thursday, October 24, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Bernards Township Library 32 South Maple Ave. Basking Ridge NJ.
New and long-time residents of Bedminster, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Bridgewater, Warren and surrounding communities are invited to come find out about the many activities this club offers -- including wine tasting, day trips, book groups, socials, scrapbooking, gourmet dining, foreign policy, expat gatherings, bunco, bridge and more! For additional information, visit Facebook.com/Newcomers & Neighbors of Somerset Hills, NJ, check out our website www.somersethillsnewcomersclub.com or call Sharrel Foley at slfoley@sbcglobal.net, Carol Rosenberg at cgrosenberg@gmail.com or Beth Shapiro at shapman@optonline.net
See flyer for future dates.
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Basking Ridge
Open to everyone
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Oct.
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SOMERSET HILLS YMCA WORKSHOP
Training is being offered by the Somerset Hills YMCA, in partnership with the Adult School of the Chathams, called Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA). Mental Health First Aid is the help offered to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Through the training, participants will learn how to recognize some of the signs of mental illnesses. As part of the Y's commitment to youth development and healthy living, we are proud to offer Youth MHFA for adults who interact with youth on a regular basis...at home, at work and in the community. See flyer for details.
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Somerset Hills
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PROJECT MEDICINE DROP
There is now a safe, convenient and anonymous way for you to safely dispose of medication. See flyer for details.
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