1. The Presbyterian Church at New Providence and Long Hill Chapel are hosting a 10-week workshop called Career Directions, which is intended for those who are currently out of work, those considering a career change and anyone just entering the job market. This week's seminar session, which will be held on Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church, is called "The Big Picture - Putting Everything in Perspective." This is the last seminar in this series. For more information, please call 908-665-0050 or visit pcnp.org. 2. Lions Club of New Providence is sponsoring the 43rd …

1. The Berkeley Heights Public Library will host "Read to Simber" on Monday from 6 to 7 p.m. Simber is a Bright & Beautiful Certified Therapy Dog, according to the library's website, and has passed the ACK Canine Good Citizens Test. She takes tracking and sheep herding classes. At this informal reading program, Simber and her handler Sarah Ehrlich will meet and be read to by children of all ages. This is a great way to encourage reading confidence in children. No registration is required. For more information, please contact the library at (908) 464-9333. 2. The New Providence United …

1. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Fireflies in the Garden" (2008) Rated R, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 2. The New Providence Education Foundation is hosting "March Mayhem," a student/teacher basketball game, on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the New Providence High School Gymnasium. Teachers and staff from all four district schools will play, basketball seniors from the high school will coach and referee, while other NPHS students will announce the events. The high school Jazz choir will perform the …

1. All Borough Offices, the New Providence Memorial Library and New Providence District Schools will be closed this Monday in observance of President's Day. Schools will also be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday for Winter Break, but students will return Thursday and Friday to make up snow days taken during the Fall snowstorm. 2. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Take Shelter" (2011) Rated R, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 3. The Old Guard of Summit will host their weekly meeting on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. The …

1. Borough Council will meet Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The agenda can be found at newprov.org before the meeting begins. 2. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Anonymous" (2011) Rated PG-13, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 3. The Old Guard of Summit will host their weekly meeting on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will feature a presentation called "Behind the Curtain - An Inside Look on How Shows are Produced for the Playhouse" by Todd Schmidt, Managing Director of Paper Mill Playhouse.. The …

1. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" (2011) Rated PG-13, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 2. The Old Guard of Summit will host their weekly meeting on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will feature a presentation called "Big Banks versus Small Banks," by Mort O'Shea, CEO of Hilltop Community Bank. The guard consists of Summit area men over 50 years of age who meet every Tuesday morning. For more information, please visit http://summitoldguard.homestead.com/ 3. The Presbyterian …

1. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "The Ides of March" (2011) Rated R, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 2. Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Miceli will host a Superintendent Forum this Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the High School/Middle School Media Center. Miceli will address the community about the school district's Facilities, Budget, Technology and Curriculum. All are welcome to attend. 3. The Presbyterian Church at New Providence and Long Hill Chapel are hosting a 10-week workshop called Career Directions, which…

1. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Super 8" (2011) PG-13, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The library will also screen "Osama" (2003) PG-13, on Tuesday at 7 p.m. as a part of their Foreign Film Series. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org. 2. The Old Guard of Summit will host their weekly meeting on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will feature a presentation called "Chiropractic Medicine Today" by Dr. James McDaid, a Chiropractor from Summit Medical Group in Berkeley Heights. The guard consists of Summit area men over 50 years of age who meet …

1. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie "Crazy, Stupid, Love" (2011) PG-13, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The library will also screen "Life, Above All" (2010) PG-13, on Tuesday at 7 p.m. as a part of their Foreign Film Series. For more information, visit newprovidencelibrary.org.  2. The Old Guard of Summit will host their weekly meeting on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will focus on "Estate Planning Changes and Future in Current Structure." The guard consists of Summit area men over 50 years of age who meet every Tuesday morning. For more information, please …

1. Dr. Schlobohm, Director of New Providence Chiropractic, has developed a powerful and informative lecture on pain free Golf, which will take place on Tuesday. This lecture, which begins at 6:30 p.m. at New Providence Chiropractic, will show how golf-specific fitness can increase enjoyment of the game. Those in attendance can learn simple conditioning tips to prevent injury, increase drive distance, and lower their handicap.  2. The Municipal Alliance is sponsoring a free lecture on Cyber-Bullying this Tuesday for parents in the community. Beginning at 7 p.m. at New Providence High School, …

Monday The boys’ varsity and JV baseball teams will play Caldwell High School in scrimmages at home, beginning at 4 p.m. PSE&G will explain the Transmission Upgrade Project from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue, in Morristown. All are welcome to attend. Visit ncreliabilityproject.pseg.com for more information on the project. The boys’ freshman baseball team will play at Caldwell High School in a scrimmage at 4 p.m. The girls’ varsity softball team will play at Chatham High School in a scrimmage at 4 p.m. The freshmen and JV games are cancelled. The boys’ …

Monday The Senior Citizens Center is hosting a presentation by the Sharing Network at 10:30 a.m. The Zoning Board is meeting in the Municipal Center at 8 p.m. The girls’ varsity softball game against Butler High School today is now cancelled. Athletes from the New Providence winter sports teams will be honored at tonight’s awards ceremony, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The New Providence United Methodist Church is hosting its weekly Re-Employment Seminar at 7:30 p.m. This week’s topic is advanced interviewing skills. Tuesday The New Providence Memorial Library will …

Monday Congratulations go out to the girls' varsity basketball team for defeating Haddon Township in the State Group Finals yesterday, 50-40. The Borough Council will meet at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The boys’ varsity baseball team will host Essex County Vocational in at scrimmage at 4 p.m. The girls’ varsity softball team will host Ridge High School in a scrimmage at 4 p.m. The New Providence United Methodist Church is hosting its weekly Re-Employment Seminar at 7:30 p.m., which will focus on advanced interviewing skills. Tuesday The girls' varsity basketball team will play St. John …

Monday The Zoning Board is meeting tonight at 8 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The New Providence United Methodist Church is hosting its weekly Re-Employment Seminar at 7:30 p.m. The topic this week is "Mechanics of the Job Search," where instructor Lloyd L. Feinstein will discuss the basics of managing a pro-active job search. Remember to bring a pencil and a pad. The girls' varsity basketball team will host No. 7 University High School today in the sectional final of the state tournament. Tip off is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday The Planning Board is meeting at 8 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The …

Monday Read Across America Week kicks off today. Several guest readers, including local police officers, members of the teaching staff, administrators and parents, will visit with students at the Allen W. Roberts Elementary School and Salt Brook Elementary School throughout the week. The borough council will meet at 6 p.m. to discuss the Municipal Budget and at 7 p.m. for a council meeting. Both will take place in the Municipal Center. The Board of Education is meeting in the high school/middle school media center at 8 p.m. Tickets for Bye Bye Birdie, which will be performed by students from …

MONDAY All district schools are closed in observance of Presidents’ Day. All borough offices are also closed in observance of Presidents’ Day. The United Methodist Church is hosting a Re-Employment Seminar tonight at 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY All schools are closed today for winter break. The boys’ basketball teams are hosting North Plainfield High School today. The freshman team will play at 4 p.m., junior varsity will play at 5:30 p.m. and varsity will tip off at 7 p.m. The varsity wrestling team will compete at Region 3, beginning at 6 p.m. The New Providence Memorial Library will screen the movie…

Monday Happy Valentine’s Day! If you still have last minute shopping to finish and need a few ideas, check out our gift guides for her and for him for ideas from businesses in the borough. The Borough Council will meet at 7 p.m. tonight in the Municipal Center. The girls’ freshman basketball team will host Kearney High School at 4:15 p.m. The boys’ junior varsity basketball team will host Roselle Catholic at 5:30 p.m. The New Providence United Methodist Church is hosting a Re-Employment Seminar tonight, beginning at 7:30 p.m., to help you figure out where to go next in your career. Remember …

Monday The New Providence High School PTSA is hosting the Prom Fashion Show and Tricky Tray tonight at 6 p.m., featuring seniors from the Class of 2011 in tuxes from Coleman's and Dresses from Lord & Taylor and Ls Belle Boutique. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. The Borough Council is holding a special session to discuss the 2011 operating budget at 7 p.m. in the 3rd Floor Conference Room of the Municipal Center. The council's agenda can be found on the borough website. The Zoning Board is meeting at 8 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The boys' freshman basketball …

Monday The girls’ varsity basketball team is hosting Governor Livingston. Tip off is 7 p.m. The boys' and girls' varsity track teams will compete at Randolph High School in the Shot Put Invitational, beginning at 5 p.m. Know a great kid who just made Eagle Scout? Did your child just get into college? Each week, Patch will feature a Whiz Kid from our community based on their recent accomplishments. Please email Caitlin Mahon, the New Providence Patch Editor, with your nominations at Caitlin.Mahon@Patch.com. For more information, take a look at an article on Patch’s Whiz Kid. Tuesday The …

Monday: There will be a Borough Council Meeting tonight, 7 p.m. in the Municipal Center. The meeting agenda is now posted on the borough's website under "most recent documents." The New Providence Memorial Library's Winter Storytime begins today for those who registered. Tuesday: The boys' and girls' swim teams will host Piscataway at 3:15 p.m. at the Morris Union Jointure Pool in Warren. The girls' varsity basketball team will play at Elizabeth High School. Tip off is 4 p.m. The boys' varsity basketball team will play at David Brearley Middle School/High School. Tip off is set for 7 p.m. …