Clinton Township Newsletter

2 0 j u l y 2 0 2 6 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M July 6 7 pm Adult Improv – SO fun! July 8 7 pm OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Hunterdon Choral Alliance: Three A Cappella subgroups July 13 7 pm Adult Improv - they're fun! July 14 7 pm NCB Book Group: All the Colors of Dark by Chris Whitaker July 16 7 pm SciFi & Fantasy Book Group: Service Model (Tchaikovsky) July 17 2 pm Matinees at NCB (call for title) July 20 7 pm Adult Improv – SO fun! July 22 7 pm OUTDOOR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Coo Coo Cachoo July 27 7 pm Adult Improv – SO fun! July 30 6:30 pm Open Mic Night – try out your talent! July 31 2 pm Matinees at NCB (call for title) n c b r a n c h l i b r a r y ' S u P c o m i n G e v e n t S Visit the Library and enjoy our programs! Please register for events! Use LibCal: www.hclibrary.us/home, or call: 908.730.6135. For more information, registration help, and adult programs and outdoor concerts at our HQ location in Flemington, please call: 908.730.6135, or visit our website at: www.HCLibrary.us. For information and events for children, visit our website at: www.HCLibrary.us, or call: 908.730.6834. • Check out the HCL Makerspace in Flemington! Equipment includes ceramics, garment printing, audio recording, milling, sewing, VR, heat press, design software and printing, and more! Visit: https://hclibrary.us/makerspace. • Scrabble meets upstairs every Friday at 1:00 pm! • NCB Fiber Artists Drop-in: Chat While You Craft! Second and Fourth Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. • Check out our Puzzle Swap! Take and/or bring a puzzle (in good condition). Art is one of the most powerful forces on earth, and it's a language that everyone speaks—whether you're an artist or not. And we believe art is for everyone. Find out more at: www.HunterdonArtMuseum.org 2026 Summer Art Camp will be held June 22–August 21! UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS: 2026 Members Exhibition (9/27/26–1/10/27): Call for Entries! All entries must be received by July 6. Valerie Huhn: The Wound Is The Place Where The Light Enters You: (7/11-9/6) Steamroller Group Collective: Uncharted Territories A Legacy of Making: 29 Contemporary Artists Inspired by Their Italian Heritage (9/7–1/10/27) Troy Jones: Modern Day Griot (9/7 - 1/10/27) JULY EVENTS/WORKSHOPS: Chadō Tea Bowl Workshop: Saturday, July 18, 11-2 pm Gouache Painting: Sunday, July 19, 1-4:30 pm, The Secret Life of the Letter "V": Sunday, July 26, 12-3 pm Gallery Hours: Wed- Sun, 11:00 am-5:00 pm | Office Hours: Tues-Fri, 9:00 am-5:00 pm Admission: $7 per person, Members Free, NARM Members: Free Seniors/Military/Students: $5 | Children 12 and under FREE! S u m m e r S w e a t : w h y e x e r c i S i n G o u t d o o r S S u P e r c h a r G e S y o u r h e a l t h By: Charlotte Vitale - Fitness Trainer, Doctorate of Physical Therapy & Kinesiology Graduate of the University of Rhode Island Summer isn't just beach-day season! It's nature's invitation to take your workouts outside. And science says you absolutely should. When the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, your body and brain respond in ways that make outdoor exercise powerful. For starters, sunlight boosts vitamin D, which supports bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. Many Americans are deficient year-round, so even 10–20 minutes of sun exposure during a walk or bike ride can make a meaningful difference. Meanwhile, the warm weather naturally encourages more consistent movement, and research shows that people are more likely to stick to exercise routines when they enjoy the environment they're in. Of course, summer brings heat, so hydration and sun protection matter! Drinking water regularly, avoiding peak midday sun, and choosing breathable clothing help keep your body performing at its best. But the real magic happens in your mind. Studies show that exercising in green spaces, such as parks, trails, and beaches, reduces stress, improves focus, and elevates mood more than indoor workouts. This "green exercise effect" is so strong that even five minutes outdoors can spark measurable improvements in mental well-being. Whether you're swimming, hiking, paddleboarding, or simply walking your neighborhood loop, summer offers a natural boost to your fitness and happiness. So step outside, soak up the sunshine, and let the season do some of the work for you! Visit our website: www.HunterdonHealth. org/hunterdon-health-and-wellness-centers to learn more about all of the great services we offer here at the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers! Enjoy a one-day guest pass on us! h u n t e r d o n h e a l t h a n d w e l l n e S S c e n t e r l o c at i o n S : 537 Route 22 E., Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 1738 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ 08809 "There never will be complete equality until women themselves help to make laws and elect lawmakers." ~ Susan B. Anthony, On Woman's Right to Vote, 1873

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