Bridgewater Woman’s Club Marks 50 Years With Golden Jubilee Celebration

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The Bridgewater Woman’s Club marked its 50th anniversary with a Golden Jubilee Celebration recognizing five decades of philanthropy, friendship and community service in Bridgewater.

The club was organized in March 1976 and became Federated and Incorporated in April 1976. Fifty-four members gathered for the event, where pictures, awards and other memorabilia were displayed.

On behalf of Congressman Tom Kean, District Director Erin D’Auria presented the club with federal recognition in the Congressional Record.

The recognition highlighted the "... vital contributions the members of this club have continuously made to provide opportunities for women in education, leadership training, and community service."

According to the club, that recognition is permanently archived in U.S. history.

Bridgewater Deputy Township Administrator Rob Field attended on behalf of Mayor Moench and pointed to the club’s impact on the local community as reflected in a Bridgewater Township proclamation congratulating members and wishing them continued success.

The club also received a congratulatory proclamation from the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners.

The anniversary event also included leadership changes and new members.

New Jersey State Federation of Woman’s Clubs Past President Barbara McCloskey presided over the installation of the club’s 2026-2027 officers, and four new members were inducted.

The club tied much of its anniversary year to the number 50 through what it called its "50 for 50 Campaign."

In recognition of 1976 as the year it was formed, the group offered six $1,976 scholarships to senior girls attending an accredited two- or four-year college, including five from Bridgewater-Raritan High School and one from Somerset County VoTech.

Throughout 2026, the club said it has also completed a series of service projects built around the number 50.

Those efforts included 50 filled canvas bags for Safe+Sound, 50 holiday stockings for Operation Jersey Cares, 50 coats for a YMCA coat drive, 50 stuffed animals for Learning Gate, 50 pinwheels at the Municipal Complex in support of Prevent Child Abuse NJ, 50 items donated to I Support the Girls and 50 personal acts of kindness through community outreach.

The Bridgewater Woman’s Club said it plans to continue supporting women, children and families in Bridgewater and nearby communities.

The club describes itself as a non-denominational, non-sectarian, non-profit organization that supports local, state, national and international charities.

More information is available at bridgewaterwomansclub.org and on the club’s Facebook page.