Send items to kchang@donnelly.media. The deadline for submissions each week is 5 p.m. on Tuesday.
Burlington, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties
The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give lifesaving blood or platelets in the new year to help keep the blood supply strong this winter. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to keep critical blood products on the shelves for patients in need.
All who come to give in April will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5,000 gift card. There will be three lucky winners. Additionally, those who come to give through April 13, will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. All who come to give later in the month, April 14-30, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. See RedCrossBlood.org/Hope for details on all three offers.
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.
Hillsborough
April 13 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Hillsborough YMCA, 19 E. Mountain St.
Princeton
April 14 – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Princeton University Frist Campus Center, 75 Washington Road.
Princeton Junction
April 14 – 2-7 p.m. – First Presbyterian Church of Dutch Neck, 154 S. Mill Road.
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.
Mercer County
The Mercer County Board of Elections is actively recruiting for new Election Board Workers (must be registered Mercer County voters or students 16-17 years old). Bilingual residents who speak English, as well as Gujarati, Hindi, Mandarin, Punjabi, or Spanish fluently are especially needed. Full-day shifts earn $300 and half day shifts earn $150.
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.
First Saturday
Spring into action with the Bordentown City Green Team’s Toy Library! Bring your gently used toys to swap and bring home a new-to-you treasure! Join the Green Team on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on Farnsworth Avenue. Help reduce waste and keep the fun going.
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.
April 11 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
April 14 – 6 p.m. – Medicare 101.
April 15 – 10:15 a.m. – Baby & Toddler Time.
April 15 – 10:45 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
April 15 – 4:30-5:15 p.m. (15 min.) – Read to a Dog: Patron.
April 16 – 5 p.m. – Quiet Book Club.
April 17 – 10 a.m. – American Red Cross Blood Drive.
April 17 – 1 p.m. – Community Resource Navigators.
April 17 – 6:30 p.m. – LGBTQ+ Crafting Social.
Saturday, April 12
The Bordentown City Shade Tree Commission presents its annual tree planting at 9 a.m. in front of 324 Farnsworth. For more information contact BordentownCityShadeTree@gmail.com.
Sunday, April 13
April Garden Work Day at 1 p.m., Oliver Street Park.
Saturday, April 19
Families are invited to celebrate spring at Bordentown Township’s 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, taking place Saturday, April 19th at Northern Community Park on Groveville Road. The event kicks off PROMPTLY at 10 a.m., with two separate egg hunts designed for children ages 2 to 9. Participants are encouraged to bring their own baskets or bags to collect eggs. In addition to the traditional hunt, children will have the chance to find special Golden Eggs hidden throughout the fields. Those who find a Golden Egg can return it to the registration table to claim a giant Easter basket filled with goodies.
Tuesday, April 22
Rising Costs of Noise Pollution will be held at 7 p.m., Old City Hall, 11 Crosswicks St.
Saturday, April 26
Celebrate Earth Day with the Bordentown City Green Team from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carslake Community Center. The family-friendly event will feature music, eco-friendly activities, local vendors, educational exhibits and more.
Saturday, May 10
Bordentown City will hold its Annual Citywide Yard Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Paper Shredder is coming to town between 9 a.m. to noon at the Bordentown Township Public Works, 266 Crosswicks Road. Co-sponsored by the Bordentown City and township environmental commissions.
Saturday, May 17
Second annual Spring into Bordentown City will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stroll down Farnsworth Avenue, featuring local vendors, unique artwork, and live music.
Saturday, June 7
Bordentown Historical Society presents History in Bloom, an annual Garden Tour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is June 8.
Ongoing
Bordentown Farmers Market is calling all local vendors and food trucks interested in joining the market for its 2025 season. The market runs every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from June 1 to Oct. 26, rain or shine, at the Carslake Community Center, 207 Crosswicks St.
Vendors are wanted for the Bordentown Green Fair that will take place on June 14 at Carslake Community Center in Bordentown City. Vendors offering eco-friendly products, sustainable services, local food, art, as well as live animal demonstration specialist. Email Susan.greenfair@gmail.com.
Cranbury
The Cranbury Public Library (CPL) is located at 30 Park Place West. For more information on listed events please call (609) 722-6992.
April 11 – 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Pysanky: Ukranian Egg Decorating Workshop.
April 11 – 4-6 p.m. – Cranbury Girl Scout Troop 78204.
April 12 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Tai Chi.
April 12 – 12:30-3:30 p.m. – South Brunswick Red Cross Youth Wellness and Mindfulness Campaign.
April 14 – 11 a.m. – Caregiver Support Group.
April 14 – 1 p.m. – Senior Arts and Crafts with Caregiver Coach, Kat.
April 14 – 7-9 p.m. – Woman’s Club of Cranbury.
April 15 – 10 a.m. to noon – Cranbury Chinese Women’s Fellowship.
April 15 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Cardio Dance Yoga.
April 15 – 11 a.m. – Toddler Craft Tuesday: Pom-Pom Caterpillars!
April 15 – 6:30 p.m. – Spinning Yarns 2025 B.
April 15 – 7:30-9:30 p.m. – Cranbury Housing Associates.
April 16 – 11 a.m. – Family Storytime!
April 16 – 12:30-1:30 p.m. – Decluttering Your Technology.
April 16 – 1:30 p.m. – Afternoon Book Discussion.
April 16 – 6-8 p.m. – Puzzle Club.
April 17 – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Thursday Crafternoon: Bubble Art!
April 17 – 7 p.m. – Indivisible Cranbury.
April 18 – Library is closed for Good Friday.
Cranbury Arts Council Gourgaud Gallery
Gourgaud Gallery is located in Town Hall, 23-A North Main St.
During the month of April, The Swanagan Gallery at the Cranbury Public Library in Cranbury will display a photography collection titled, “Rhythm and Flow” by local artist, Louise Palagyi.
Seasons, Tides, Celestial Bodies, they are all rhythmic and move to an ancient song played by an invisible drummer. In this collection of photographs, the viewer will experience the rhythm and flow of the ancient music of the natural world through a palate of light, shadow, texture, form 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.
Open Sundays
Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society open Sundays from 1-4 p.m., 4 Park Place E.
Saturday, April 12
Cranbury Stream Cleanup at Village Park from 9-11 a.m.
Saturday, April 26
Townwide Yard Sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain date is April 27.
East Windsor/Hightstown
Saturday, April 26
A shredding event and annual stream cleanup will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at Memorial Park in Hightstown.
A rain barrel workshop will be held from 1-3 p.m. in Hightstown.
East Windsor will participate in the New Jersey Division of the U.S. Drug Enforcement (DEA) sponsored program “Operation Medicine Cabinet” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The township has a drop box in the lobby of the police/court building, 80 One Mile Road.
Ongoing:
Hightstown Borough is seeking participants for its 2025 Memorial Day Parade as well as a grand marshal on May 26.
Hickory Corner Branch Library
Hickory Corner Branch Library is located at 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.
April 11 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Basic Skills Craft.
April 11 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Snack: Chicks.
April 11 – 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
April 11 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie – “The Public” (2018).
April 12 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Fun Time.
April 12 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Slime Time: Pastel Spring Slime.
April 13 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie – “The Lost City” (2022).
April 14 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Messy Monday.
April 14 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – ESL Conversation.
April 14 – 5-5:45 p.m. – School-age STEAM: Earth Slime.
April 14 – 7-8 p.m. – Paint Like Helen Zughaib.
April 15 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
April 15 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Zoophoria Wildlife Show.
April 15 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Adult Craft: Retro Gouache Flowers.
April 15 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Nonfiction Book Club.
April 15 – 7-8 p.m. – Free Coding Resources.
April 16 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Discovery Time.
April 16 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Hickory Corner Book Club.
April 16 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Current Events Chat.
April 16 – 3-4 p.m. – Play Dough Chefs.
April 16 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Family Fun Time.
April 17 – 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Free Eye Screening.
April 17 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mercer County Board of Social Services.
April 17 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Upcycled Art Creation Station.
April 17 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Crochet and Knit Corner.
April 17 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Chess for Adults.
Hightstown Branch Library
Hightstown Branch Library is located at 114 Franklin St., Hightstown.
April 11 – 3-3:45 p.m. – Easter Egg Hunt.
April 14 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Easter Egg Hunt.
April 14 – 6-7:15 p.m. – Tween and Teen Diamond Art Painting.
April 15 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Passover Story Time and Craft.
April 15 – 5-8:15 p.m. – Learning English.
April 16 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Kids’ Concert with Miss Kim.
April 16 – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Citizenship Exam Preparation.
April 16 – 6-7 p.m. – Immigration – Westerberg Law LLC.
April 17 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Play Doh Story Time.
April 17 – noon to 12:45 p.m. – Guided Meditation.
April 17 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Butterfly Release Party.
Twin Rivers Branch Library
Twin Rivers Branch Library is located at 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. For more information contact (609) 443-1880.
April 14 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Little Artists: Paint a Caterpillar.
April 14 – 2-3 p.m. – Adult Craft: Scrap Wood Bunnies.
April 14 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Make a Bug House.
April 14 – 3:30-5 p.m. – Drop-in Butterfly Craft.
April 15 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Songs.
April 15 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Video Game Palooza.
April 16 – 6-8 p.m. – Open House – Featuring Special Guest Bluey.
April 17 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Time.
April 17 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Kids’ Spring Break Party!
April 17 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Cook the Book.
Hillsborough
Runs through Friday, April 25
The Hillsborough Building Department is running an amnesty program through April 25. This program will excuse homeowners from getting penalized for having open permits, having interior non-structural work done without permits, failing to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy, and/or having an expired Temporary Certificate of Occupancy on their home. Residents who visit the Building Department within this allotted time frame will receive assistance with gaining compliance for their projects. Permit fees will still be applicable, and inspections will be required, but there’s no penalty for noncompliance.
Through Saturday, May 10
Join Walk in the Park from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Saturdays at Ann Van Middlesworth Park. Each walk will highlight a unique theme or special guest with expertise in a specific health field. Next walk is Saturday, April 12.
Sunday, April 13
Join the Hillsborough Township Police Department for Breakfast on the Beat at Hillsborough Star Diner Restaurant from 9-11 a.m.
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.
April 11 – noon to 1 p.m. – Plant Help Desk- Presented by Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
April 11 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
April 12 – 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Saturday Drop-In Fun.
April 12 – 2-3 p.m. – Dinosaurs Arise.
April 14 – 3-4 p.m. – Memory Match: Spanish Vocabulary Practice.
April 14 – 5-6 p.m. – LEGO Challenge.
April 15 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Storytime – Bunnies.
April 15 – 1-2:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
April 15 – 6-7 p.m. – Edgar Allan Poe – Performed by American Historical Theater.
April 16 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Baking and Books – Chocolate Chip Cookies.
April 16 – 2-4 p.m. – Perler Beads.
April 16 – 6-7 p.m. – Drop-In Computing Help.
April 17 – 2-3 p.m. – Craft Adventures – Popsicle Stick Bird Feeder.
April 17 – 2-3 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
April 17 – 6-7 p.m. – Drop-In Chess.
Ongoing:
The Social Services Department is asking residents to donate the following items to the Hillsborough C.A.N. Food Pantry with detergents of all kinds, deodorant and shampoo. Donation drop-off is at the municipal court/health/social services entrance to the municipal building by the gazebo. Bins are provided for after-hours and weekend donations.
Free Radon Kits
Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas formed from the breakdown of uranium and radon in rocks and soil that can build up in homes and get into the air we breathe. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Testing your home for radon is easy and homes with high levels of radon can be easily mitigated. The Hillsborough Health Department has received a grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for radon test kits. The kits are available and the health department is now distributing free radon test kits to residents on a first come, first served basis.
Hopewell Valley
Friday, April 11
Senior Spring Birthday Breakfast from 9-11 a.m. in Titusville. Contact (609) 537-0236.
Saturday, April 26
Spring Electronic Recycling and Paper Shred Event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hopewell Township Public Works building.
Saturday, May 10
Hopewell Township and Culture Connections invites everyone to its second annual Cultural Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Woolsey Park. Contact for cultural and vendor opportunities at info@hopewelltwp.org.
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.
April 12 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Potato Planting.
April 19 – 10 a.m. – Bird Excursion.
April 19 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Henhouse Visits.
April 25 – 7:30-9:30 p.m. – Barn Dance Fundraiser.
April 26 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Spring Beekeeping and Tree Planting.
Hopewell Public Library
Hopewell Public Library (HPL) is located at 13 East Broad St., Hopewell.
April 14 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Children’s Storytime.
April 16 – 2 p.m. – Spring Artist Series No. 4
April 16 – 6:30 p.m. – Night Knitters.
April 16 – 7 p.m. – Black History.
April 17 – 5:30-7 p.m. – Craft Night.
April 18 – Library is closed for Good Friday.
Hopewell Branch Library
Hopewell Branch Library is located at 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington.
April 11 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
April 11 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Rock.
April 11 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Stay and Play.
April 12 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
April 12 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
April 12 – 1-2 p.m. – Pokémon Club.
April 14 – 10 a.m. to noon – Canasta Meet-up.
April 14 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
April 14 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon – Ladybug Craft.
April 15 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Exploring Vegetarian Cooking: Fatayer and Tabouli.
April 15 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Rock.
April 15 – 2-3 p.m. – ESL Conversation.
April 15 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon – Ladybug Craft.
April 16 – 10-11 a.m. – Adult Craft: Marbled Paper.
April 16 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Babytime.
April 16 – 2-3 p.m. – Gardening Book Club.
April 16 – 2-3:3 p.m. – Wednesday Scrabble.
April 17 – 10-11 a.m. – Cribbage and Coffee.
April 17 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
April 17 – 2-3 p.m. – Thursday Dominoes.
April 17 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Lego Club.
Pennington Public Library
Pennington Public Library is located at 30 N. Main St. For more information visit www.penningtonlibrary.org.
April 12 – 1-2 p.m. – Paws to Read – Read to a Cat!
April 16 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Story Time.
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
Saturday, April 12
Annual Egg Hunt will be held at 9 a.m., Central Park, 100 Dave Nevius Way, rain or shine. For more information contact Lawrence Recreation at (609) 844-7064.
Saturday, May 3
Brearley House Storytime will feature a seed planting, scavenger hunt and stories, songs and bubbles at 10 a.m., May 3, a the Brearley House, 100 Meadow Road.
Saturday, June 7
The David Brearley Fun Run will be held at 8:30 a.m., 100 Meadow Road. Sponsored by the Lawrence Historical Society.
The Lawrence Township Library Branch is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township. For more information contact (609) 882-9246.
April 11 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers.
April 11 – 3-4 p.m. – Sensory Playtime.
April 12 – 10-11 a.m. – ESL Conversation Circle with Paula.
April 12 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Theatrical Kung Fu Demo.
April 12 – 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Information Table: LWV of Lawrence Township.
April 12 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Learn to Crochet.
April 13 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Paper Circuits.
April 14 – 10-11 a.m. – Morning Book Club: “In the Unlikely Event” by Judy Blume.
April 14 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Open Lab/Northstar.
April 14 – 10-10:45 a.m. – Storytime.
April 14 – 4:15-4:45 p.m. – Round Singing.
April 14 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Citizen Science: DIY dog toy/treats.
April 15 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Quiet Storytime.
April 15 – 2-3 p.m. – Windows 11 Accessibility Tools.
April 15 – 6-7 p.m. – Guitar Basics.
April 15 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Slime Time: Spring Flowers.
April 16 – 10-11 a.m. – Bluey Character Meet and Greet.
April 16 – 10-11 a.m. – Word: Picture, Tables and Text Boxes.
April 16 – 2:30-4 p.m. – Poetry Writing workshop.
April 16 – 5:30-7:45 p.m. – Film Screening: “Nosferatu” (2024).
April 16 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Excel: Charts and Grafts.
April 17 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Baby Time.
April 17 – 1-5 p.m. – Drop-in Upcycle Challenge: Let’s Get Organized!
April 17 – 2-3 p.m. – Typing Lab.
April 17 – 6-7 p.m. – Aging with Dignity – Advance Care Planning.
April 17 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Google Organizational Tools.
April 17 – 6:30-7:15 p.m. – Play with Clay.
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.
April 11 – 10 a.m. – Preschool Playtime.
April 12 – 11 a.m. to noon – Dinosaurs Arise.
April 14 – 5:15-6 p.m. – Art Academy – Banksy.
April 14 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Digital Lab 101.
April 15 – 5:15-6:15 p.m. – Creative Writing Club – Blackout Poetry.
April 16 – 11 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
April 16 – 5;15-6 p.m. – My First Book Club: Pete the Cat and the Wright Brothers.
April 17 – 11 a.m. to noon – Fabric Crafts.
April 17 – 1-4 p.m. – Dungeons and Dragons Meetup.
April 17 – 6:30-7:45 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
Saturday, April 12
Stream cleanup will be held from 9-11 a.m., Montgomery Veterans Park, 235 Harlingen Road, Belle Mead.
Ongoing:
Radon Kits are available at the Montgomery Health Department, Second Floor of Municipal Center, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Princeton
Saturday, April 12
Princeton Jazz Festival at Princeton University will be held from 1-10 p.m. at Richardson Auditorium.
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
April 12 – 10 a.m. to noon – Foraging as Stewardship: Garlic Mustard.
April 19 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Land Stewardship Volunteer Session.
April 26 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Earth Day Land Stewardship Volunteer Event. Two volunteer sessions from 10 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m.
April 27 – 10 a.m. to noon – Foraging as Stewardship: Garlic Mustard.
April 30 – 1-3 p.m. – Weekday Land Stewardship Volunteer Session.
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 April 7 – Morven’s Spring Plant Sale is open for online ordering until April 7. Our expert horticulturists have curated a selection of beautiful annuals, perennials, shrubs, and edible plants ready for spring planting. Plant ordering is on a first-come, first-served basis, and some plants sell out quickly. Visit https://www.morven.org/fy25/plantsale.
Princeton Public Library
Princeton Public Library is located at 65 Witherspoon St.
April 11 – All Day – Kids: “Zoom Squirrel” Scavenger Hunt – a National Library Week program.
April 11 – 9:45 a.m. to noon – Job Seekers: Visualization and Your Job Search.
April 11 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
April 12 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Family Matinee: “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.”
April 12 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Saturday Storytime!
April 12 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Food Insecurity Volunteer Fair.
April 12 – 1-1:30 p.m. – Kids: Earth Day Storytime at Herrontown Woods.
April 12 – 3:30-5 p.m. – Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions.
April 13 – 2-2:30 p.m. – Kids: Spanish Storytime.
April 13 – 4-4:30 p.m. – Kids: French Baby Storytime.
April 14 – 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. – AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment.
April 14 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery.
April 14 – noon to 1:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
April 14 – 6-8 p.m. – Citizenship Test Prep Course.
April 14 – 6-8 p.m. – Course: Learn English at the Library.
April 14 – 7-8:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
April 14 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Workshop: Writers Room Poets.
April 14 – 7-8 p.m. – Author Talk: Priya Vulchi and Ruha Benjamin.
April 15 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
April 15 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime Jeff.
April 15 – 1-2 p.m. – Tech: Creating with Canva.
April 15 – 4-7 p.m. – Mercer County Community ID.
April 15 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Workshop: Writers Room Online.
April 15 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Catherine Project Book Group.
April 16 – 10 a.m. to noon – Drop in and Knit.
April 16 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
April 16 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
April 16 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
April 16 – 12:30-2 p.m. – Course: Learn English at the Library.
April 16 – 4-5:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
April 16 – 4-5:30 p.m. – Kids: Chess Lessons for Beginners.
April 16 – 7-8 p.m. – Panel: Robert Garland on “What to Expect When You are Dead.”
April 17 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
April 17 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Tech: Ask the Mac Pros.
April 17 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
April 17 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
April 17 – 3-4:15 p.m. – Cinematic Guided Tour (Princeton University).
April 17 – 4-5:30 p.m. – Neurodivergent Crafts and Games.
April 17 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Community Event: Downtown Princeton Gallery Crawl.
April 17 -7-8:30 p.m. – Special Event: Baldwin in New Jersey.
April 18 – 9:45 a.m. to noon – Job Seekers: Essential Principles of Employment Law.
April 18 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
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.
West Windsor
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.
A washed-up Broadway playwright has a plan to revive his career: a plan that involves theft, betrayal, and murder—along with loads of laughs—in the dark comedy-thriller “Deathtrap,” presented by Maurer Productions OnStage at the Kelsey Theatre, April 4-13, on Mercer County Community College’s West Windsor Campus.
Dates and showtimes for “Deathtrap” are Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, April 13, at 2 p.m.
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
Through May 21 – Member Show: “Your Visual Story Through Art.” Member Show opening reception will be held from 7-8:30 p.m., Friday, April 11.
West Windsor Branch Library
West Windsor Branch Library is located at 333 N. Post Road, Princeton Junction.
April 11 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Sing Along with Ms. Pat.
April 11 – 1:30-4:30 p.m. – Drop-in Craft: National Library Week Hearts.
April 11 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crochet, Et Cetera!
April 12 – 11 a.m. to noon – Heartfulness Meditation.
April 12 – 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Drop-in Craft: Earth Day Art House.
April 12 – 2-4:30 p.m. – Poetry Reading Group.
April 13 – 1-3 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
April 13 – 2-4 p.m. – Movie Matinée: “Babe.”
April 14 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Tim Hoh’s Music for Kids.
April 14 – 2-4 p.m. – Movie Matinée: “Chicken Little.”
April 14 – 4:45-5:45 p.m. – Let’s Play Chess.
April 15 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Pre-Hatch Party for Chicks!
April 15 – 2-4 p.m. – Drop-in Chick Crafts and Egg-Viewing.
April 16 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Sensory Storytime.
April 16 – 10 a.m. to noon – Wednesday Morning Bookies: “Creation Lake” by Rachel Kushner.
April 16 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Baby Storytime.
April 16 – 1-3:30 p.m. – Drop-in Chick Crafts and Egg-Viewing.
April 16 – 2-4:10 p.m. – Wednesday Film Festival: Sherlock Holmes.
April 16 – 4-4:45 p.m. – No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookies.
April 17 – 10-11 a.m. – Toddler Storytime.
April 17 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playdate Pals.
April 17 – 2-4 p.m. – Movie Matinée: “Chicken Run.”
April 17 – 3:45-4:45 p.m. – Satisfying Squeegee Painting.
April 17 – 4:45-5:45 p.m. – Dreams2Code Coding Class.
April 17 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Rule of Three Reading Group: Poetry.
