in Denville,

Rockaway Twp.

All-you-can eat Buffet

The Church of the Saviour Episcopal, 155 Morris Avenue, Denville will hold its monthly, all-you-can-eat buffet luncheon on Wednesday, May 7, noon, $7. Open to the public. For information, call 973-627-3304.

Balderdash

Teens in grades six and up are invited to Denville Library on May 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m., for games: Balderdash and Hands Up. Instructions given to first-time players. Pre-registration encouraged. Call 973-627-6555.

Roast Beef Dinner

The Sons of the American Legion will hold a roast beef dinner on May 10, 5-8 p.m. at Legion Place, Denville. Tickets $8 for adults pre-sale, $9 at the door, ages 7-12 $4. Tickets available at the Post, from members or call 973-627-8237.

Motorcycle Run

Rockaway Rotary will host a Charity Motorcycle Poker Run, picnic and pig roast on May 10. Check in at Little Lerner Academy, 25 Green Pond Rd., Suite 2, Rockaway, 10 a.m.- noon. Finish at Swim & Sport, 272 Emmens Rd., Flanders, $25. Food, beverages, prizes, music. For information, call Bob at 973-632-2980, George at 973-627-9337 or e-mail BobF@optonline.net.

Spaghetti Dinner

American Legion Rockden Post 175, 76 Franklin Ave., Rockaway, will host a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, May 10, 5-8 p.m. Spaghetti, meat balls, salad, garlic bread, glass of wine, coffee and dessert.

Denville Democrats

The Denville Democrats meet on the second Tuesday of each month at the Church of the Saviour, 155 Morris Avenue, Denville at 7 p.m. For more information, call 973-625-2280 or visit Denvilledems07@verizon.net. The next meeting is set for May 13.

Summer Plus Registration

Applications for Denville Recreation’s Summer Plus program are available at the Recreation Office. Pick one up or e-mail a request to recreation@denvillenj.org and a form will be emailed back. Specify Mini Plus for children 3, 4 and 5 years old or Summer Plus for children entering grades K-six in the fall.

R.T. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment of Rockaway Township will hold formal meetings at the Municipal Building, 65 Mount Hope Rd., at 8 p.m. on: May 13, May 20, June 10, June 17, Aug. 12, Aug. 19, Sept. 9, Sept. 16, Oct. 14, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, Dec. 16. Reorganization meeting Jan. 13, 2009. Special meetings scheduled as needed. At any meeting where an agenda is used, the agenda will be given to all in attendance. All are invited.

COTS Golf Outing

The Church of the Saviour, 155 Morris Ave., Denville, will host its fifth annual golf outing on May 15 at Minebrook Golf Club, Hackettstown. Continental breakfast, tee time 9 a.m., lunch at turn, awards ceremony with hors d’oeuvres, $95 per golfer. One does not have to be a parishioner to golf. The church is looking for event, tee or green sponsors. Proceeds benefit youth and outreach. Call 973-627-3304, email cots@cots-nj.org., visit http://www.cots-nj.org.

Evening Story Time

Children of all ages are invited to Denville Library on May 15 from 7 to 7:45 p.m. for evening story time. Harriet Kelem will read from a variety of books, songs and crafts. Pre-register 973-627-6555.

Fun Fair

Join in the fun at Riverview School, 33 St. Mary’s Place, Denville A Fun Fair will be held May 17, 10-4, rain or shine. Crafts, prizes, refreshments and new games. Basket raffle grand prize is a 10-speed bike. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive two free activity tickets.

Scrap-athon

A scrap-athon for scrap bookers is being sponsored by Morris Hills H.S. Project Graduation on May 17, 9-9 at the high school, 520 W. Main St., Rockaway. Tickets $40 per person. Three meals, scrap booking vendors, raffles, chair massage for $1 per minute. Call Carolyn 973-627-0675 for registration information.

Vendors Wanted

The United Methodist Church of Rockaway, 1 Hoagland Ave., is looking for vendors and crafters for annual Spring Fair on May 17, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Spaces can be reserved for $20. For information or to request a reservation form, email umcrockaway@verizon.net or call 973-627-2989.

Sellers/vendors are wanted for a flea market at Cedar Lake Community Clubhouse, Denville on May 17, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., rain or shine; $35 inside w/tables, $25 outside without. E-mail CCFLEAMARKET @aol.com for application or call 973-627-5929.

Historical Society Yard, Craft Sale

The Denville Historical Society will hold it annual yard and craft sale at the museum grounds, 113 Diamond Spring Road May 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. rain or shine. Antiques, collectibles, crafts and more. Refreshments available.

Magic of Mind Power

Mentalist Flavian will present The Magic of Mind Power at Denville Library on May 19 at 7 p.m., revealing hidden thoughts and answering audience questions. Call 973-627-6555 to register.

Rockaway Township Planning Board

Rockaway Twp. Planning Board conducts public meetings at the Rockaway Twp. Municipal Building, 65 Mount Hope Rd., 8 p.m. The remaining dates are: May 19, June 2, June 16, July 7, July 21, Aug. 4, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 15. Reorganization meeting Jan. 12, 2009. Special meetings will be scheduled as needed. At any meeting where an agenda is to be used, the agenda will be given to all in attendance. All are welcome.

Stay Connected to Jewish Roots

Off to college? White Meadow Temple, Rockaway, is offering a session with Leora Rosenblum who served the University of Miami Hillel. She will discuss the ins and outs of staying connected to the Jewish community on a college campus. The session, on May 23, 7 p.m., will include a dessert reception, free to all Jewish high school seniors, but they must RSVP, 973-627-4500, to ensure that there will be adequate refreshments.

Chapters Book Club

Children in grades four to six are invited to Denville Library May 23, 3:45 p.m. for the book club program Regarding the Fountain. Play word game based on the book and share thoughts.

Food Drive, Dollar Donations

Denville Social Services and the Local Assistance Board will hold a food drive on May 24 at Town Hall, 9 a.m.- noon.  Toiletry items and paper products needed. Those who work for an organization producing a consumer product might obtain a corporate donation. Social Services also asking for $1 to purchase recyclable grocery bags to distribute food. Bags will be returned, when the food is delivered, for reuse. Send $1 or check to: Denville Social Services, 1 St. Mary's Place, Denville, NJ 07834, c/o Gracie Predmore. Donations are tax deductible . 973-625-8300 ext. 269 or e-mail assistdenville@yahoo.com.

UNICO Beefsteak Dinner

Denville UNICO will host a beefsteak dinner on May 31, 7-11 p.m. at Church of the Saviour hall, 155 Morris Ave., Denville. Tricky tray, 50/50 raffle, entertainment. $45. For tickets, call 973-586-0816.

HCM Memorial Golf Outing

The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association will sponsor a golf outing on June 2 at Picatinny Arsenal in memory of Lori Anne Flanigan of Rockaway Twp. who passed away from HCM. Register online at www.4hcm.org. The group’s annual meeting will be held May 30 - June 1 at the Hyatt Hotel in Morristown. Register online.

WMT Golf Outing

White Meadow Temple will hold its 6th annual golf outing at Picatinny Arsenal Golf Club on June 19; $120 p/p, $450/foursome includes lunch, dinner, golf door prizes and golf contests. Sponsorship available for $100/hole. For information and reservations, call Bob Goldberg 973-625-1208 or Marc Green 973-625-3989.

Joey Bella Tricky Tray

The Joey Bella Memorial Fund, Inc. tricky tray will be held July 2 at Gardner Field, Rt. 46 West, Denville. Gift donations may be dropped off at Painten’ Place Rt. 53, Denville or Provident Bank, Broadway, Denville. For information, call Kathy 973-627-1644 or email JoeyBellaFund@juno.com.

Joey Bella Beefsteak Dinner

The 19th annual Joey Bella Memorial Fund, Inc. beefsteak dinner will be held July 3, 7 p.m. at Gardner Field, Rt. 46 West, Denville; $45 includes all-you-can-eat beefsteak dinner, Chicken Franchese family style, Lip Sync entertainment, Bread Castle Contest, music by Golden Gup. For tickets, e-mail JoeyBellaFund@juno.com or call 973-627-6907.

Tai Chi Classes

Rockaway Twp. Municipal Alliance Committee, in conjunction with the Health Dept., offers Tai Chi to Township residents free of charge. Four, eight-week programs are scheduled to begin on Aug. 1 and Oct. 10. Beginners and intermediate classes will be held Fridays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 respectively at the municipal building, 65 Mt. Hope Rd. Registration and physician’s approval required. Call 973-983-2849.

Computer Classes at Library

Computer classes are held at Rockaway Township Library, free and open to adult Rockaway Township residents. To register or for information, call 973-627-2344, e-mail to rockawaytwplibrary@rtlibrary.org, or download the class schedule at www.rtlibrary.org.

NJ Taxpayers Association

The NJ Taxpayers Association, a group focusing on tax reform in NJ, (formerly The Silver Brigade), meets the first Thursday of each month, 10 - noon, at Denville Senior Center, E. Main St. and Hall Rd. Membership includes all ages and geographic groups. Call Jerry Cantrell, 973-252-9274. Visit www.njtaxes.org.

Ballet Classes

Warren Lynch, former principal dancer of the Boston Ballet, is teaching ballet classes at the Marcella Community Center, 831 Green Pond Rd., Rockaway Twp., Tuesdays and Thursdays. 973-586-2364.

Breakfast at American Legion Post 344

Rockaway Twp. American Legion Post 344, Chestnut Terrace holds its monthly breakfast on the third Sunday of month, October – May; $6 adults, $3 children. The public is invited.

American Legion Monthly Breakfast

Denville American Legion Post 390, Legion Place, holds its monthly breakfast on the first Sunday of the month, October - May. $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children. Public invited. 973-627-8237.

Denville Republican Club

The Denville Republican Club meets on the third Monday of each month at Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse at 7:30 p.m.  They welcome new members and meetings are open to the public.

Denville Rotary Club

Denville Rotary Club meets Thursdays, 12:15 p.m. at Rockaway River Country Club, 39 Pocono Rd., Denville. For information, call Bill Kader, 973-263-1969.

Kiwanis Club of Denville

The Kiwanis Club of Denville meets every Monday night at The Exchange in Rockaway at 6:30 p.m.  They welcome new members and meetings are open to the public.

Rockaway Rotary Club

The Rotary Club of the Rockaways provides time at meetings for community members to discuss their business, occupation, civic organization or other areas of interest. Rockaway Rotary meets every Monday, 12:15 p.m., at Hilton Garden Inn. Speakers. If interested, call Joe Hurley at 973-625-8600.

Sunrise Rotary Club

Denville Sunrise Rotary Club meets Tuesdays, 7:45 a.m., at St. Francis Community Center, 122 Diamond Spring Rd. For information, call Karen Castora at 973-625-3256 or Audrey Gorlich at 973-361-1622.

Divorce Care

Divorce Care is a support group of people experiencing separation and divorce who understand the pain this has caused. Divorce Care features video seminars and experts on divorce and recovery. The group meets at New Hope Community Church of the Nazarene, 52 Cooper Rd., Denville. To join, call 973-366-1588.

Friends of R.T. Library

Rockaway Township Library Friends of the Library meets on the last Monday of each month at 61 Mt. Hope Rd. The Friends meet at tables adjacent to the video collection.

Crochet Guild

The Primadonna Crocheters chapter of the Crochet Guild of America meets the second Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., at Nonna's Yarn Cafe, 26 Bloomfield Ave. in Denville. For information, call 973-983-YARN.

Saint Clare’s Book Barn

Saint Clare’s Book Barn is open Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 - 1 , in the Barn on Pocono Rd., Denville. Book donations accepted during business hours only. No textbooks or encyclopedias. Hardcover books cost $1; paperbacks 50 cents.

Bargain Barn

Sponsored by Saint Clare's Auxiliary of Denville, The Bargain Barn is open 9:30 - 2 Monday through Friday, and 9:30 - 1 on Saturday. Featuring gently-used clothing, jewelry, house wares, linens and pictures. The Barn is located on Pocono Rd., Denville, across from Saint Clare's /St. Francis Residential.

Ski Club

High Life Ski and Social Club offers a variety of year-round activities- not just skiing and snowboarding, but parties, mystery bus tours, bike rides, hiking, movies, picnics, weekend trips. The club has a lodge in Vermont open for year-round use. The club runs multiple trips to destination resorts and has a winning ski team. Meetings are every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at The Exchange Restaurant in Rockaway.

Toastmasters

Open Door Toastmasters, a chapter of Toastmasters Int'l, meets on second and fourth Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. at Denville Community Church, 190 Diamond Spring Rd. Members improve speaking abilities by giving short speeches and offering feedback. For information, visit opendoor.freetoasthost.net or call Veronica Dengler, 973-983-8174.

Irish Language, Dancing

Irish-American Association of Northwest Jersey  on Richard Mine Road, Rockaway Twp., offers group dancing for adults Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Classes are informal but don’t wear flip-flops. A donation of $5 is requested. Details at iaanj.com. Information at 973-853-7047. Irish language classes are offered on Monday evenings for al levels. More information at iaanj.com or ulster42@yahoo.com.