Local Youth Invited to 'Safe Night' Program Hosted by Somerset County

Somerset County students between grades seven and 12 are invited to a “Spring Fling” at the Ted Blum 4-H Center in Bridgewater.

“Spring Fling” will take place on Saturday, April 11, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Ted Blum 4-H Center of Somerset County, located at 310 Milltown Rd. The event will be held in conjunction with the “Safe Night” program, which provides kids an evening focusing on having fun without the need for drugs and alcohol, and the fear that weapons might be brought in by students, according to a release from Somerset County.

“This is the 16th year Somerset County is hosting a ‘Safe Night’ program. The program brings youth from around the county together in a fun-filled, safe environment,” Freeholder Brian D. Levine said in the release. “It also provides an opportunity to share experiences and make new friends.”

S.T.O.P. (Students Tackling Ordinary Problems), an award-winning program that addresses problems students and families face, will be performing at the event.

Other activities include a crafting corner, harmonica crafting, marshmallow tower, improv opportunity and more, Somerset County said.

Admission to the “Spring Fling” is $2. Registration and payment are due by Wednesday, April 1. Seating is limited to the first 150 registrants.

To register, contact Juanna James of the Somerset County Department of Human Services at (908) 704-6306 or james@co.somerset.nj.us . For information about the “Safe Night” program, contact Sarah Murchison at (908) 704-6307 or murchis@co.somerset.nj.us.