Compiled by Mary Stulack
Tell us about you. If your local nonprofit organization plans a special event and you would like to have the information published in the Hillsborough Beacon, drop a note to Mary Stulack, Calendar, 307 Omni Drive, Hillsborough, 08844.All items should be typed and must be mailed, faxed (359-3930) or e-mailed to mstulack@pacpub.com before 4 p.m. Friday. Please include a phone number for publication. Priority is given to Hillsborough organizations. For details, call Mary, 359-0850.
Ongoing
“Have A Heart for Homeless Families,” the signature fund raising event for Interfaith Hospitality Network of Somerset County (IHN/SC) has tickets currently available. Tickets are priced at $100 and sales will be limited to 500 tickets. Proceeds of ticket sales will be split, with 50 percent going directly to operational expenses for IHN/SC programs, and 50 percent awarded as a cash prize to the winner. The winning ticket is drawn on Valentine’s Day at the agency’s Day Center in Somerville; winner need not be present to win. Call the IHN/SC offices at 908-1920 to purchase tickets.
The Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage historic site in Somerville offers private candlelight tours, available for groups of 10 or more, from December through March. Tours can be arranged on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday evenings. For information about scheduling and pricing, call the site at 725-1015.
Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station announces the opening of registration for the Rutgers Environmental Stewards Class of 2008. Environmental Steward training is designed to introduce non-scientists to the science underlying key environmental issues in the Garden State. Leading authorities from academia are joined by colleagues from government and the non-profit sector to share understanding and insights with the students. To learn how you can become a Rutgers Environmental Steward contact Duke Farms at 908-243-3643. Classes are held 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, January to May 2008.
Happy New Year “You” health blitz is being planned at Somerset Valley YMCA during the month of Jan. New members will be eligible for membership savings up to $200, a free 12-week fitness program, free classes (based on availability) and prizes and give-a-ways. For detailed information, call 369-0490 or 722-4567.
Thursday, Dec. 27
Mary Jacobs Library presents vacation movie marathon with the humor of Tim Allen. The day will begin at 11 a.m. offering “The Santa Clause,” then at 1 p.m. enjoy “The Santa Clause 2: The Mrs. Clause,” and the final movie beginning at 3 p.m. will be “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause.” Movie munchies will be served. No pre-registration required for this free event for all Somerset County Library System cardholders, space permitting. For additional information, call 609-924-7073, ext. 5. The library is located at 64 Washington St., Rocky Hill.
Friday, Dec. 28
Early deadlines. All submissions for the Jan. 3 issue of the Hillsborough Beacon must be in our office no later than 3 p.m. today.
Tuesday, Jan. 1
Happy New Year.
The Hillsborough Beacon office will be closed for the New Year holiday. Staff will return at 9 a.m. Wednesday.
The Somerset County Recycling Center, located at 40 Polhemus Lane in Bridgewater, will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.
Thursday, Jan. 3
Hillsborough Toastmasters Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each at the Center of Life Church, 32 New Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Meetings are open to the public. Stop by and see how you can improve your communication and public speaking skills. For information, visit Web site, Hillsborough.freetoasthost.com.
Saturday, Jan. 5
Drop-off for the First Saturday of the Month program will be held 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Somerset County Recycling Center, 40 Polhemus Lane. The Recycling Center accepts VCRs, TVs, typewriters, radios, stereo equipment, modems, fax machines, cell phones and used computer electronics such as computers, CPUs, monitors, CRTs and printers. Other items that are accepted include CDs, DVDs, computer disks, diskettes, videotaped and cassette tapes. They also accept tires, scrap metals, used motor oil, antifreeze, used oil filters, microwave ovens, and the usual curbside materials. For more information, call the Somerset County Recycling Center at 732-469-3363.
“Pied Piper” (children’s show) will be presented at Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough at 2 p.m. Jan. 5 to 20 on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets $10 per person, group sales available. For reservations, call 369-7469.
Sunday, Jan. 6
St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, Hillsborough will celebrate the Feast of Theophany by blessing the Raritan River at Duke Island Park located at 191 Old York Road, Bridgewater. Everyone is invited to assemble at St. Mary’s Fellowship Hall, 1900 Brooks Blvd., beginning at noon for a complimentary light luncheon social which will be followed by an automobile procession to Duke Island Park. People may also go directly to the Jaycee Grove parking area for the 1:30 p.m. service. While there is no charge for the luncheon, reservations are necessary. Call St. Mary’s at 908-725-0615 to make a reservation.
Twelfth Night Celebration at The Old Dutch Parsonage Historic Site, Somerville at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Reservations required. Call 908-725-1015.
Looking ahead
The next meeting of the Hillsborough Township Public School District’s Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 in the Hillsborough Middle School Media Center. The PAC is forming an organization for parents of children who reside in Hillsborough Township and are accessing special education and/or related services. For more information visit Web site dlandon@hillsborough.k12.nj.us or call 874-3420, ext. 6008.
St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church will sponsor a Slavic Dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Jan. 9 in St. Mary Parish Center, 1900 Brooks Blvd. The cost for the all-you-can-eat dinner is $11 for adults (ages 9 and up) and $5 for children (8 and under). Orders to go are available. The next dinner will be on Feb. 13. For more information, call St. Mary’s at 908-725-0615.
Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold a reorganization meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 in the municipal complex, 379 South Branch Road.
The Christian Nurturing Center of the Neshanic Reformed Church, located at 715 Amwell Road, Hillsborough is hosting an open house from 5-6:30 p.m. Jan. 10 and noon to 1 p.m. Jan. 11. Stop by to see our pre-school, offering programs for ages 2 ½ – 5 years. For details, call 369-5215.
The MOMS Club of Hillsborough West holds their general meetings at 9:45 a.m. every second Thursday of each month. Call 369-4084 or e-mail questions to: hwmomsclub@yahoo.com.
Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold a reorganization meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 10 in the municipal complex, 379 South Branch Road.
MOMS Club of Hillsborough/Manville meet the second Monday of each month. For detailed information, call 359-2791.
Art auction sponsored by Hillsborough Project Graduation will be held Jan. 11 at Mary, Mother of God Church Hall, Triangle Road. The preview will begin at 7 p.m. and auction is offered at 8 p.m. Admission $10 per person and includes hors d’oeuvres and desserts. For tickets and information, call 359-9972 or 281-7300. All proceeds benefit Project Graduation.
RVCC Planetarium sets star shows and laser concerts: The Winter Skies: Saturdays, Jan. 12-Mar. 15, 3 and 7 p.m. The brightest stars of the years are clustered in the winter night sky. Learn how to use Orion as a guidepost to find other stars and constellations during this season’s crisp clear nights. Discover more about the lunar eclipse in February and learn where to look for Mars and Saturn. Laser concerts at 8 p.m. on the following dates: Led Zeppelin Jan. 12; ELO Jan. 19; The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper Jan. 26.
The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College will stage TheatreworksUSA’s production of “Winnie the Pooh” Jan. 13 at 1 and 3:30 p.m.
Somerset Valley YMCA begins the Mid-Winter registration, Jan. 14 for Full Privilege members and Jan. 21 for Program members. Sessions run Feb. 4 to April 13. Call 369-0490 (Hillsborough), 526-0688 (Bridgewater) and 722-4567 (Somerville) for additional details.
A beach party and dance, sponsored by the Professional and Business Singles Network, will be held from 7:30-11:30 p.m., Jan. 15, at Rhythms of the Night, 729 S. Main St., Manville. $12 admission. The party will feature music from the 60s to the 90s with DJ Benny including mixers and ladies choice. Beach attire to dressy casual. No reservations required, and membership is not required. For information, call 1-888-348-5544 or visit www.PBSNinfo.com.
Neshanic Garden Club will conduct a youth program Create bird treats for second through fifth graders from 4 to 5 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Hillsborough Municipal Complex. Pre-registration required by 3 p.m. Jan. 14 at the Hillsborough Library. For additional information, call 369-6480.
The Board of Adjustment of Hillsborough Township will hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16 in the Hillsborough Township municipal courtroom. The Richman Group of NJ, LLC File # BA-07-02- Block 58, Lot 1.05 Campus Drive. Bifurcated use and preliminary and final site plan carried from Dec. 15. Formal action may be taken. The board may conduct other Board of Adjustment business as necessary. The public is invited to attend.
