Republicans wanted

The members of the Bloomingdale Republican Club invite residents to join them at 7:30 p.m. at Kopici’s restaurant, Union Avenue in Bloomingdale, on the third Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 973-283-1065 or 973-492-2859.

Democratic Club

The Bloomingdale Democratic Club is looking for members to join its monthly meetings to discuss issues relevant to residents of the borough. Contact tmarinaro@rhfunding.com or 973-726-7990 for information on the next meeting at the Morse Lakes Clubhouse.

Band members wanted

The Bloomingdale Cornet Band is looking for old and new musicians. Woodwind, brass and percussionists are welcome to join rehearsals on Tuesday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Bloomingdale Senior Center, located at 103 Hamburg Turnpike. Additional information can be found at BloomingdaleCornetBand.org or by calling 973-296-5695.

Butler

Republicans wanted

The Butler Republican Club meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the community center above Police Headquarters on High Street. Call 973-492-2237 or e-mail at butlerrepclub@aol.com.

Democrat meetings

To join the Butler Democrats campaign committee, call 973-838-8185 or 973-492-5706.

Kinnelon

Italians sought

The Italian American Cultural Society of Kinnelon, an organization dedicated to the cultivation and dissemination of the culture and history of Italy, invites men and women of Italian ancestry, either by birth or law, or people who have an exceptional interest in promoting Italian culture to join. Call 973-838-8741 for more information.

Singles

The Reformed Church in Kinnelon hosts a singles group that meets monthly. All singles are welcome to attend. Contact the office for more information at 973-838-3113.

Members needed

If you care about the children of your community, would like to become a young person’s hero, desire to make a positive difference in the community where you live and are willing to volunteer your time then Optimist International invites you to become a member of the Kinnelon-Butler Optimist Club. It is a non-profit community service organization made up of community volunteers who live and work in Kinnelon, Butler and Bloomingdale. For more information, call 973-219-5078. Information about Optimist International can be found at optimist.org.

Pompton Lakes

Republican Club

The Pompton Lakes Republican Club meets on the third Thursday of each month (except July and August) at the Pompton Lakes VFW (behind the Pompton Diner). The County Committee meets at 7 p.m., and the club meets at 7:30 p.m. Meet local and state officials and enjoy guest speakers and programs. Refreshments are served. All are welcome. For information, call 201-522-2926 or 973-616-8048.

Democratic Club

The Pompton Lakes Democratic Club meets the third Wednesday of every month at VFW Post 2690, located at 260 Wanaque Avenue, behind the Pompton Diner. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For further information, go to pomptondemocratics.org or call 201-522-2934.

Ringwood

Woman’s Club

The Ringwood Woman’s Club, a nonprofit organization, is looking for members. The club sponsors many projects that benefit the community. It meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Ringwood Library Community Room at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 973-962-6632.

Writers’ group

The North Jersey Christian Writers’ Group invites both established and aspiring authors to gather for workshops, share publisher information, enjoy peer fellowship and participate in comprehensive critiques. The group meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ringwood Baptist Church. For more information, call 551-427-3794.

Republican meetings

The Ringwood Regular Republican Club meets monthly on the Tuesday following the first council meeting at 8 p.m. An invitation is extended to all Ringwood Republicans. For meeting locations, additional information and calendar of events visit RingwoodGOP.org or E-mail Info@RingwoodGOP.org.

Democratic Club

Registered Democrats (or those residents who wish they were) are invited to attend the Ringwood Democratic Organization meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Meet your neighbors, hear from public officials to keep abreast of community issues, and help shape Ringwood’s future. For the exact location, check our Web site at ringdems.org or call 973-216-8854 for more information.

Wanaque

Republican Club

The Wanaque Republican Club meets the fourth Monday of each month at the Wanaque Golden Age Club, located on Villa Place, at 8 p.m. Keep abreast on town issues, and meet Republican office holders. For more information, call 973-835-7989.

Democrats wanted

The Wanaque Democratic Club meetings have changed to the third Monday of each month at the Golden Age Club. Meetings start at 8 p.m. New members are welcome. Meet neighbors and talk about town issues that are important to you. Refreshments are served. Call 973-907-2258 or 973-248-9788 for more information.

West Milford

Friendship Club

The Friendship Club is a non-profit cross-cultural friendship organization with a goal of increasing awareness and understanding of different cultures of the world. It meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon at Hillcrest Community Center, 1810 Macopin Road, West Milford. For information, call 973-728-2137 or 973-208-1424.

Woman’s Club

The Ringwood Woman’s Club, a non-profit organization, is looking for members. The club sponsors many projects to benefit the community. It meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Ringwood Library Community Room at 7:30 p.m. Call 973-616-9053 for more information.

Democrats

The West Milford Democratic Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Community Center, 1810 Macopin Road, West Milford. This is an opportunity to interact with fellow Democrats and discuss the relevant issues of the day (local, state and federal) that affect us all.

Parents’ group

The Association for Special Children and Families provides support groups for parents of disabled children on the last Friday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Community Center, Room 25, 1810 Macopin Road in West Milford. To register, call 973-728-8744. Support groups for parents of children with autism or Asperger Syndrome are scheduled for Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Community Center, Room 25, 1810 Macopin Road in West Milford. To register, call 973-728-0999.

North Jersey

Mom's Club

The Mom’s Club invites you to develop friendships, build support systems and enjoy outings with your children. This local chapter of the national non-profit organization welcomes families from Ringwood, Wanaque, Bloomingdale, Butler, Kinnelon, Pompton Lakes, Pompton Plains and Riverdale. All meetings are held during the day and are kid-friendly. Call 973-283-0042.