Burlington, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties
As holiday celebrations continue into December, the American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to help ensure patients can continue to receive the care they need in the coming weeks.
For a limited time, those who come to give through Jan. 3 will receive an exclusive Red Cross long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last and/or a festive pair of socks or a beanie in an effort to encourage blood donations during the challenging wintertime period; a time when donations are typically down. For details on both offers, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Gifts.
Don’t wait until there’s a crisis to give – donors of all blood types, especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets – are needed now to keep the blood supply strong enough to support critical patient care all season long. Book a time to give by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
American Red Cross Llura Gund Blood Donation Center – Central New Jersey
707 Alexander Road, Suite 101, Princeton
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: 12:30-7:15 p.m.
Thursday: 10:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Nutrition
The Mercer County Nutrition Program for Older Adults has in-person lunches at nine of its locations.
The Nutrition Program for Older Adults provides a daily nutritionally balanced meal Monday through Friday, except for county and/or municipal holidays.
All meals meet the required one-third of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) daily referenced intake of nutrients for an individual 60 years or older.
Meals are available to Mercer County residents age 60 or older and their spouses (regardless of age), any county resident with a disability whose primary caregiver is a program participant, anyone volunteering in the program, and the personal care aides of program participants when they accompany a participant to the site where the meals are provided.
In-person services will be hosted at: Jennye Stubblefield Senior Center and Sam Naples Community Center in Trenton, Lawrence Township Senior Center, Princeton Café for Older Adults, John O. Wilson Neighborhood Service Center in Hamilton, Hamilton Senior Center, Hopewell Valley Senior Center, Hollowbrook Community Center in Ewing, and Robbinsville Senior Center.
Most meal services begin at 11:30 a.m., although times may vary by location, so call 609-989-6650 or inquire at a local site.
No payment is required for a meal; however, there is a suggested donation of $1 for each meal provided.
Reservations are required; call 609-989-6650 to reserve a spot.
Monthly menus can be found on the Nutrition Program for Older Adults web page.
If transportation is a barrier to participating in the congregate meals, Mercer County TRADE may be able to help; call 609-530-1971 or email trade@mercercounty.org. Some of the sites also may have transportation options for its participants.
There may be home-delivered options.
For more information, call 609-989-6650 or email adrc@mercercounty.org.
Hiring
Mercer County Correctional Police is hiring. Send resume to mcorrectioncareers@mercercounty.org.
Tai Chi Lessons
Learn and practice Tai Chi for free at Todd’s Tai Chi Group – at the Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro on Saturdays – for beginners through intermediate level from 10-11:30 a.m. On Saturdays when the library room is not available practice is outside (weather permitting) at the Plainsboro Park off of Edgemere Avenue near the bocce ball court near the cricket parking area.
Bordentown
Wednesdays
The Bordentown Township Police Department offers Straight to Treatment on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Insurance is not necessary to receive assistance. Neither is residency in Burlington County. No appointment is needed.
For more information visit www.straighttotreatment.com or email treatment@co.burlington.nj.us.
Bordentown Library events
Bordentown Library is located at 18 E. Union St., Bordentown. For more information about the events below call 609-298-0622 or visit https://www.bcls.lib.nj.us/locations/bordentown-library.
Jan. 3 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
Jan. 7 – 10:15 a.m. – Baby and Toddler Time.
Jan. 7 – 10:45 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
Jan. 7 – 6:30 p.m. – Busted Canvas Craft.
Jan. 8 – 5 p.m. – Bordentown Gaming Club.
Jan. 9 – 11 a.m. – Gentle Yoga.
Jan. 9 – 7 p.m. – Reading is Murder Book Club.
Jan. 10 – 10:30 a.m. – Obstacle Course.
Jan. 10 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
Saturday, Jan. 4
Annual free rabies clinic, 207 Crosswicks St.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Rabies Vaccination clinic: Northern Community Park from 1-2:30 p.m. in the building at the park, Groveville Road.
Cranbury
The Cranbury Public Library (CPL) is located at 30 Park Place West. For more information on listed events please call (609) 722-6992.
Jan. 3 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Cubism: “Exploring Picasso: A Journey into Cubism and Creativity.”
Jan. 3 – 4-5 p.m. – Cranbury Girl Scouts Troop 72480.
Jan. 6 – 6:30-9:30 p.m. – Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society.
Jan. 6 – 7:30-9 p.m. – Troop 2024.
Jan. 7 – 6-7:30 p.m. – Cranbury Business Association Meeting.
Jan. 7 – 6:30 p.m. – Spinning Yarns 2025 A.
Jan. 8 – 11 a.m. – Family Storytime!
Jan. 8 – 6-7 p.m. – Cranbury Lions Club.
Jan. 8 – 7:30-10 p.m. – Cranbury Digital Camera Club.
Jan. 9 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Woman’s Club of Cranbury.
Jan. 9 – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Thursday Crafternoon: DIY Snow Gauges!
Jan. 9 – 5-6 p.m. – Teen Mashup Hour (or Whatever).
Jan. 9 – 7 p.m. – Cranbury Public Library Board of Trustees meeting.
Jan. 10 – noon to 2 p.m. – Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon.
Cranbury Arts Council Gourgaud Gallery
Gourgaud Gallery is located in Town Hall, 23-A North Main St.
For January, the Gourgaud Gallery is pleased to present a collection of artwork by board member and local professional artist: Kathleen Maguire Morolda from Jan. 4-26.
Color is the key to her paintings. Inspired by the natural beauty of the environment, Kathleen draws most of her creative energies from the natural beauty of her home state of New Jersey. Kathleen awakens the imagination of the observer through the creative manner in which she blends shape and color.
Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit cranburyartscouncil.com and gourgaudgallery.com.
As part of a non-profit Cranbury Arts Council, the Gourgaud Gallery donates 20% of art sales to the Cranbury Arts Council and its programs that support the arts in the community. Cash or a check made out to the artist is accepted as payment.
Friday, Jan. 3
Holy Grounds Coffee House is starting the New Year off right with a powerfully moving evening of live music and testimony. Holy Grounds Coffee House, 21 N. Main St. Cranbury, kicks off its fourth year of serving the community with Nashville recording artist and public speaker, Melanie Waldman as she begins her 2025 Northeast tour on Friday, Jan. 3 in Cranbury. It’s an evening of “Stories & Songs” chronicling Melanie’s transformative journey from darkness to light and from despair to hope. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with music beginning at 7 p.m. For more information about Melanie Waldman at her website at MelanieWaldman.com. For more information about Holy Grounds Coffee House on its Facebook page Facebook.com/FirstFridayCranburyNJ.
Open Sundays
Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society open Sundays from 1-4 p.m., 4 Park Place E.
Saturday, Jan. 25
Rabies Vaccine Clinic will be held 1-2 p.m.
East Windsor/Hightstown
Hickory Corner Branch Library
Hickory Corner Branch Library is located at 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.
Jan. 3 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
Jan. 3 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Dance Party.
Jan. 3 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Move: “The Outsiders (1983).
Jan. 4 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Fun Time.
Jan. 4 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Slime Time: Holographic Glitter Slime.
Jan. 5 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie: “Chariots of Fire” (1981).
Jan. 6 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Jigsaw Puzzle Swap.
Jan. 6 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – ESL Conversation.
Jan. 6 – 5-5:45 p.m. – School-age STEAM: Snow Science.
Jan. 6 – 7-8 p.m. – Paint Like Piet Mondrian.
Jan. 7 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
Jan. 7 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Easy-Cook Series: Asian Mixed-Vegetable Stir Fry.
Jan. 7 – 4-5:30 p.m. – Read to the Therapy Dog.
Jan. 7 – 7-8 p.m. – Coding with Fiero for Adults.
Jan. 8 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Discovery Time.
Jan. 8 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Current Events Chat.
Jan. 8 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Chess Club.
Jan. 8 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Family Fun Time.
Jan. 9 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby time.
Jan. 9 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Crochet and Knit Corner.
Jan. 9 – 5-5:30 p.m. – Crafternoon: Penguin Art Project.
Jan. 9 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Chess for Adults.
Jan. 10 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Snack: Snowmen.
Jan. 10 – 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
Jan. 10 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie – “Bob Marley: One Love (2024).
Hightstown Branch Library
Hightstown Branch Library is located at 114 Franklin St., Hightstown.
Jan. 6 – 6-7 p.m. – Grades 1-8 Tutoring.
Jan. 7 – 5-8:15 p.m. – Learning English.
Jan. 8 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Kids’ Concert with Miss Kim.
Jan. 8 – 4-5 p.m. – Citizenship Exam Preparation.
Jan. 9 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Play Doh Storytime.
Jan. 9 – noon to 12:45 p.m. – Guided Meditation.
Twin Rivers Branch Library
Twin Rivers Branch Library is located at 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. For more information contact (609) 443-1880.
Jan. 6 – 4:30-5:15 p.m. – Kids’ Craft: Make a Paper Snowman.
Jan. 6 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Adult Paint Challenge.
Jan. 7 – 10:30-11:15 a.m. – Story and Songs.
Jan. 7 – 2-3 p.m. – Craft and Chat.
Jan. 7 – 4:30-5:15 p.m. – mTiny Robot Play.
Jan. 8 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Mexican Train Dominoes.
Jan. 9 – 10:30-11:15 a.m. – Baby Time.
Jan. 9 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Playdoh Free Play.
Jan. 9 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Bingo.
Jan. 10 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Little Builders.
Hillsborough
Photo submissions
The Administration/Clerk’s Office invites Hillsborough residents to share scenic photos of Hillsborough for the annual township calendar and planner. In the past, the calendar has showcased the township’s gorgeous open space and scenic locations including wildlife, farmland, parks, and rivers. When submitting photos, please don’t include people and pets, and avoid objects that distract including roofs, fences, and car windows. Please save pictures with your name and the location’s name before sending them to Deborah Ng at debng@hillsborough-nj. You will also need to fill out a photo release form that is located on the Hillsborough Township website.
Hillsborough Branch Library
The library is part of the Somerset County Library System at 379 S. Branch Road. For more information on the events visit sclsnj.org.
Jan. 4 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Saturday Drop-in Fun.
Jan. 6 – 2-3 p.m. – Senior Social Hour.
Jan. 7 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Crafts for Non-Crafters – Potholder Coasters.
Jan. 7 – 6-7 p.m. – Tuesday Treats.
Jan. 8 – 2-3 p.m. – Watercolor Wednesday – Simple Winter Scene.
Jan. 8 – 6-7 p.m. – STEM Night with Local Preschools.
Jan. 9 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – A Trip to Bali – Presented by Chris McCormack.
Jan. 10 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
Hopewell Valley
Free Rabies Clinic
Jan. 4, 2025 – 9 a.m. to noon – Hopewell Township Department of Public Works, 203 Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville.
Saturdays at Howell Living History Farm
The farm is located at 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Township and is a facility of the Mercer County Park Commission. For more information on the events listed call 609-737-3299 or email info@howellfarm.org.
Hopewell Branch Library
Hopewell Branch Library is located at 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington.
Jan. 3 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
Jan. 3 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Rock.
Jan. 3 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Stay and Play.
Jan. 4 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Card and Letter Writing Campaign for Meals on Wheels.
Jan. 6 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – REAL ID: Mobile NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Jan. 6 – 2-4 p.m. – Open Enrollment Help: Health Insurance.
Jan. 6 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon – Paper Snowman.
Jan. 6 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Chess Club.
Jan. 7 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – REAL ID: Mobile NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Jan. 7 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon – Paper Snowman.
Jan. 8 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – REAL ID: Mobile NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Jan. 8 – 4:30-5 p.m. – Reading Rebels.
Jan. 8 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Storytime.
Jan. 8 – 7-8 p.m. – Sports Book Club.
Jan. 9 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – REAL ID: Mobile NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Jan. 9 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Lego Club.
Jan. 10 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – REAL ID: Mobile NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Pennington Public Library
Pennington Public Library is located at 30 N. Main St. For more information visit www.penningtonlibrary.org.
Jan. 8 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Storytime.
Jan. 8 – 4-5 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
Sundays at Washington Crossing Park
The Historic Education Committee of the Washington Crossing Park Association (WCPA) will lead tours of the State Park on various Sundays from 1-2:30 p.m.
Tickets are free. As space is limited, all tickets must be reserved at Eventbrite. (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-washington-crossing-state-park-historic-walking-tours-tickets-634898156477)
Tours begin at the Washington Crossing Visitor Center Museum with a tour overview and a screening of the film, Ten Crucial Days: The Road to Liberty. Tour guides and state park historians will introduce participants to the Museum’s world-class Swan Historical Foundation Collection of Revolutionary War artifacts. They will also discuss Lloyd Garrison’s painting of Washington’s Crossing, and how it compares to other depictions of the 1776 Crossing.
Next, visitors will walk down Sullivan Drive to the entrance to Continental Lane, where you will engage in a discussion on the reasons why Gen. George Washington chose this spot for his history-changing campaign. From there, participants will walk to the park’s Stone Barn where they will examine a map of the Battle of Trenton and a large diorama of Washington’s Crossing, the March to Trenton, and the Battle of Trenton.
Finally, visitors will walk to the nearby Landing Overlook, where they will discuss the significance of the nearby 1740s Johnson Ferry House, and the importance of ferryboat operations to the Crossing and Landing.
Tours are free but donations to the Washington Crossing Park Association are gratefully accepted. Tours are contingent on the weather. For updates: call the Visitors Center at (609) 737-0623. You may also visit https://www.wcpa-nj.com/historic-tours for more information.
Contact Information: WCPA, Executive Director Annette Earling, info@washingtoncrossingparkassociation.com.
Lawrence Township
The Lawrence Township Library Branch is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township. For more information contact (609) 882-9246.
Jan. 3 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Open Lab/Northstar.
Jan. 3 – 2-3 p.m. – Intro to Excel.
Jan. 4 – 10 a.m. to noon – Dungeons and Dragons.
Jan. 4 – 10-11 a.m. – Small Business Source Database Introduction.
Jan. 4 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Storytime.
Jan. 4 – 1:30-2:30 p.m. – Excel: Formulas and Functions.
Jan. 4 – 3-4:30 p.m. – PowerPoint.
Jan. 5 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Friendship Bracelets.
Jan. 6 – 10-11 a.m. – Intro to Word.
Jan. 6 – 10-10:45 a.m. – Storytime.
Jan. 6 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Open Lab/Northstar.
Jan. 6 – 4:15-4:45 p.m. – Round Singing.
Jan. 6 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Lego Challenge.
Jan. 7 – 10-11 a.m. – Learn to Use Libby.
Jan. 7 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Quiet Storytime.
Jan. 7 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Pokémon Craft Night: Pokeball Squishies.
Jan. 8 – 1-2 p.m. – ESL Conversation Circle with Andrew.
Jan. 8 – 1-2 p.m. – Getting Started with Google and Gmail.
Jan. 8 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Google Drive.
Jan. 8 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Word Essentials.
Jan. 9 – Fiction Writers’ Workshop: Sharing Your Words.
Jan. 9 – 10-11 a.m. – Internet Basics.
Jan. 9 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – PC Basics.
Jan. 9 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Poetry Circle: Paul Muldoon.
Jan. 10 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers.
Saturday, Jan. 4
Lawrence Township 63rd Colonel Edward Hand March begins at 10 a.m. at the Lawrence Township Municipal Building. Around a two-mile march along historic highway, flag raising ceremony by Notre Dame High School and light refreshments
Anne Demarais Nature Center (ADNC)
The center is located at 481 Drexel Ave.
Every month, on the first Saturday, Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation is sponsoring walks through the meadow at the Lawrence Nature Center and through the Drexel Woods to see the wonders of nature, learn about the history of Lawrence Township and enjoy the great outdoors. Check back on the center’s Events page to see what is coming up and to register for a walk.
Montgomery
Montgomery Library is located at 100 Community Dr., Skillman. For more information call (908) 458-8401.
Jan. 4 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Mandarin Storytime.
Jan. 6 – 5:15-6 p.m. – Mindfulness for Kids – Yoga Stories.
Jan. 7 – 10-11 a.m. – Tuesday Morning Page Turners.
Jan. 7 – 5:15-6 p.m. – Mindfulness for Tweens – Back to School.
Jan. 8 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Family Storytime – Pajama Time.
Jan. 9 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Baby Bounce.
Jan. 9 – 5-6 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
Princeton
Happenings at McCarter Theater
McCarter Theatre Center is located at 91 University Place, Princeton. For more information about events listed or for tickets visit www.mccarter.org.
FOPOS
Friends of Princeton Open Space (FOPOS) has a number of events lined up. For more information visit www.fopos.org.
FOPOS is hosting its ninth annual photo contest, Perspectives on Preservation, sponsored by REI Co-op Princeton.
The Perspectives on Preservation photo contest showcases the diverse forms of beauty that photographers find in the Mountain Lakes Open Space Area and builds awareness of the role Mountain Lakes plays in protecting biodiversity and enhancing quality of life in our community. The goal is to encourage residents to explore the natural world more deeply and to learn what our community most loves and values about the Mountain Lakes Preserve and surrounding area. For more information visit https://www.fopos.org/perspectives-photo-contest
Jan. 12 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Waterfowl walk with South Jersey Wildlife Tours.
Jan. 15 – 1-3 p.m. Weekday Land Stewardship Volunteer Session. Meet at Mountain Lakes House parking lot, 57 Mountain Ave., Princeton.
Happenings at Morven Museum & Garden
Morven Museum & Garden is located at 55 Stockton St. Hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact info@morven.org.
Through Jan. 5 – Festival of Trees.
Princeton Public Library
Princeton Public Library is located at 65 Witherspoon St.
Jan. 3 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Job Seekers: 5 Tops to Overcome Legal Discrimination.
Jan. 3 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
Jan. 4 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime.
Jan. 5 – 3-4:30 p.m. – Presentation: What to Look For When You Look at Art.
Jan. 5 – 3:30-4 p.m. – Kids: Russian Storytime.
Jan. 6 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures.
Jan. 6 – 7-8:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
Jan. 7 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures.
Jan. 7 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Tech: Introduction to Python Programming.
Jan. 7 – 4-7 p.m. – Mercer County Community ID.
Jan. 7 – 7-8:30 p.m. – PSO Soundtracks: A Symphony Celebration.
Jan. 7 – 7-9 p.m. – Workshop: Writers Room.
Jan. 8 – 10 a.m. to noon – Drop in and Knit.
Jan. 8 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
Jan. 8 – noon to 5 p.m. – Film: Elvis Presley Double Feature.
Jan. 8 – 6:30-9 p.m. – Author: Matt Katz in Conversation with Charles Stile.
Jan. 8 – 7-8 p.m. – Presentation: The Simple Life of James Herriot.
Jan. 9 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
Jan. 9 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Fiction Book Group.
Jan. 9 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Tech: Ask the Mac Pros.
Jan. 9 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
Jan. 9 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
Jan. 9 – 4-5 p.m. – Kids: STEM Lab.
Jan. 9 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Tech: Adobe Photoshop for Beginners.
Jan. 10 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Job Seekers: Hiring: The View from HR.
Jan. 10 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
Jan. 10 – 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Beyond the Concer Keynot with Sir Stephen Hough.
Jan. 10 – 7-9 p.m. – Teens: A Cappella Night.
Princeton University Library
Princeton University Library (PUL). For more information about the exhibition, public tours, and related programming, visit: https://library.princeton.edu/
Lewis Center of the Arts
Lewis Center of the Arts is located at 122 Alexander St., Princeton.
Center for Modern Aging Princeton
Center for Modern Aging Princeton is located at 101 Poor Farm Road, Building B. For more information contact (609) 751-9699 ext. 105. Programs include in-person, hybrid, or virtual.
Thursday, Jan. 9
The meeting of the 55-Plus Club of Princeton will be held at 10 a.m. online only via Zoom at https://princetonol.com/groups/55plus/. Dennis Ross, diplomat and author, will speak on “Middle East Diplomacy; Past, Present, and Future Potential.” Meetings are open to all and free of charge with a $5 donation suggested. To donate and to join the meeting, go to the website.
Through Sunday, Jan. 26
Princeton Makes, the vibrant artist cooperative located in the Princeton Shopping Center, is excited to announce the opening of its upcoming basement exhibition, Roots and Radiance. This thought-provoking exhibit will run through January 26, 2025, celebrating themes of growth, grounding, and the energy of new beginnings. An opening reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 at 301 North Harrison St. For more information about Roots and Radiance or Princeton Makes visit www.princetonmakes.com. The Roots and Radiance exhibit is free and open to the public during Princeton Makes’ regular hours (Thursday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Special Holiday schedule: Princeston Makes will be open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Dec. 31.
West Windsor
West Windsor Community Farmer’s Market – third Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Vaugn Lot.
Kelsey Theatre at Mercer is located at the Mercer County Community College (MCCC), 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. For more information visit www.kelseytheatre.org.
West Windsor Arts
West Windsor Arts Council, located at 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, is hosting a number of events. For more information, visit westwindsorarts.org/artists
West Windsor Branch Library
West Windsor Branch Library is located at 333 N. Post Road, Princeton Junction.
Jan. 3 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Sing Along with MS. Pat.
Jan. 3 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crochet, Et Cetera!
Jan. 3 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Perler Beads Coaster and Hot Cocoa (Teens).
Jan. 4 – 10-11 a.m. – Sahaja Yoga Meditation.
Jan. 4 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Toddler Storytime.
Jan. 4 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Playdate Pals.
Jan. 4 – 1-4 p.m. – Muslim Heritage Month Paint Session and Presentation.
Jan. 5 – 1-3 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
Jan. 6 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Storytime.
Jan. 6 – 4:45-5:45 p.m. – Let’s Play Chess.
Jan. 6 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Coding Basics with mTiny Robots.
Jan. 7 – 10-11:30 a.m. – eBook Drop-in Help.
Jan. 7 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Muslim Heritage Month Toddler Storytime.
Jan. 7 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playdate Pals.
Jan. 7 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Elementary Spanish.
Jan. 7 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Crochet Club.
Jan. 7 – 7-7:30 p.m. – Breathe, Relax and Focus.
Jan. 8 – 10-11 a.m. – Crafts for Grown-ups: Woven Paper Baskets.
Jan. 8 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Sensory Storytime.
Jan. 8 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Little Libros – English/Spanish Storytime.
Jan. 8 – 2-4 p.m. – Wednesday Film Festival: “Tootsie.”
Jan. 9 – 10-10:30 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. – Little STEAMers.
Jan. 9 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Let’s Learn Some Science!
Jan. 9 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – 3″X4″ Paintings.
Jan. 10 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Children’s Music with Ms. Kim.
Jan. 10 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crochet, Et Cetera!
Send items to calendar@centraljersey.com. The deadline for submissions each week is 5 p.m. on Tuesday. For details, call 732-358-5200, ext. 8233.
