2018 NJHN Board of Directors Election to be held at Summer Picnic

Special Announcement: Our Annual Board of Directors Election will be held on August 12 at the Summer Picnic. All current dues-paying members are eligible to vote. The slate of candidates and full details are found here.

Sunday, August 12, 2018 - 1:00 to 6:00 PM: Annual Summer Picnic at Duke Island Park

One of our biggest events of the year, it's a great time to visit with old friends and make new ones, with plenty of good food and a chance to support our Humanist group!

• Hamburgers, sausages, hot dogs, and buns (or bring your own grillables - different grill available for meatless options)
• American cheese slices
• Garnishes and condiments
• Beverages: Water (bring your own soda/tea)
• All plates, cups, napkins, and utensils

Please bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share. If your last name starts with:

• A-M : bring a hot or cold side dish, e.g., bean, potato, pasta or veggie salad, fresh veggie tray, or your favorite
• N-Z: bring a dessert, e.g., cookies, brownies, fresh fruit, pie, cake, or your favorite

PLEASE NOTE: Somerset County parks do not allow alcohol.

RSVP to Lisa Ridge at njhn.org@gmail.com or call 732-649-8984 by Friday, August 10, so that we know how much food to prepare, and indicate whether you'll bring a side dish or dessert to share.

Adults $15 ($10 for NJHN members)
children 12-17 $5
children under 12 FREE.

You can pay at the picnic by cash, check or credit card. Checks should be made payable to: New Jersey Humanist Network.

• We have a covered pavilion so we won't cancel due to rain.
• Dogs permitted, only if friendly and on a leash. Bring sufficient water and food for your dog.
• Bring your favorite picnic party or grass games and get to know your fellow Humanists.
• Bring a friend who has expressed an interest in Humanism.
• Wear your favorite freethought apparel.
• Bring your walking shoes and your bikes.
• Bring your musical instruments and a few songs to share.
• Details about park activities can be found at the park's website (link below).
• Our annual Board of Directors election will be held and all dues-paying members are encouraged to participate. Information about our slate of candidates is here.

The Picnic is the best time to renew your annual NJHN membership dues or become a new dues-paying member. All of our programs and other activities are made possible by your financial support. Thank you!

• Individual: $30
• Joint/Family: $45
• College Student or Limited Income: $20

You can also renew online.

 

Duke Island Park 
Pavilion Grove Picnic Area (area 6 on park map) 
Parking in area A on the park map. Then take the yellow path on the map to area 6 - look for NJHN signs.

Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - 7:00 PM: Monthly Dinner

Come out for dinner and camaraderie with fellow humanists and atheists in your area! Always an interesting conversation and new participants are always welcome. If you're new, just tell the staff you're with the meetup group.

If you know you're coming in advance, please RSVP for the event on Meetup or Facebook. Use one of the links to the right.

Sunday, September 9, 2018 - 1:30 PM: Program Meeting

Details TBA

The program will start at 1:30pm in the Community Room (on the right just inside the front entrance). Free and open to the public. Refreshments provided. After the meeting, everyone is welcome to join us for an early dinner at 4pm at Ruby Tuesday, 250 Davidson Ave, Somerset.

Past Events

NJCoR's billboard in Kearny, October 26 - November 22, 2009
NJ Turnpike western spur SB, just past 15W

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- from Humanist Manifesto III

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