Burlington, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties
As July continues, so does the critical need for blood and platelet donors. Right now, the American Red Cross asks donors to make and keep appointments this month to support lifesaving transfusion needs all summer long.
The Red Cross has teamed up with Universal Pictures for the theatrical release of TWISTERS to help avoid a summer blood shortage. All who come to give blood or platelets through July 31 will get a Fandango Movie Ticket by email.
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.
The American Red Cross blood supply has fallen to critically low levels, and we now face an emergency blood shortage. In recent weeks, we’ve had to limit our distributions of some of the most transfused blood types to hospitals. We need donors now, and in the weeks ahead, to help rebuild the blood supply.
Titusville
July 24 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Johnson & Johnson Titusville Campus, 1125 Trenton-Harbourton 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.
Hiring
Mercer County Correctional Police is hiring. Send resume to mcorrectioncareers@mercercounty.org.
The Mercer County Board of Elections is asking county residents for their help. Election Board Workers – citizens who check in voters during elections and assist in the Election Day process – are still needed for the November General Elections. Mercer County residents who apply and undergo a required training session can make up to $300 during a full day shift. Half day shifts are available and offer $150. Additionally, bilingual residents who speak English, as well as Spanish, Hindi and Mandarin are especially needed. For more information visit https://www.mercercounty.org/boards-commissions/board-of-elections.
HEWYBL
HEWYBL’s fall flag football registration is now open! With over 500 players last season, more and more kids are joining the fun. Players may sign up at www.hewybl.com. Registration closes Aug. 14. The season will begin Sept.7 and games will be played at Hancock Field in East Windsor. Questions can be directed to hewyblflag@gmail.com
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.
July 19 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
July 22 – 1 p.m. – Teen Zine Workshop.
July 22 – 6:30 p.m. – LGBTQ+ Crafting Social.
July 23 – 2 p.m. – Candy Sushi.
July 23 – 2 p.m. – Intro to Computers.
July 23 – 2 p.m. – Teen Embroidery Class.
July 24 – 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
July 25 – 1 p.m. – Community Resource Navigators.
July 25 – 6:30 p.m. – Escape Room.
July 26 – 10:30 a.m. – Miss Kim’s Sing Along Concert.
July 26 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
Mayor/Citizen meetings
Mayor Eugene Fuzy and Deputy Mayor Aneka Miller are hosting informal Mayor/Citizen Meetings at 7 p.m. at the Senior Community Center. Next meeting dates are Sept. 20, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15.
Bordentown Farmers Market
Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from through October, 207 Crosswicks St., Bordentown.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Bordentown Township is partnering with the Bordentown City Police Department for a joint National Night Out. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Joseph Lawrence Park from 6-9 p.m., 316 Ward Ave., Bordentown. This family-friendly event will include community building with activities such as police officer meet and greets, tours of emergency vehicles, a “Cops vs. Kids” kickball game, Cornhole with Cops, Xbox with a Cop, refreshments, a DJ, games, inflatables, K-9 demonstrations, face painting, music, and safety information booths.
Cranbury
The Cranbury Public Library (CPL) is located at 30 Park Place West. For more information on listed events please call (609) 722-6992.
July 19 – 3 p.m. – Summer Movie Series: “The Princess Bride.”
July 19 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Tai Chi.
July 22 – 12:30 p.m. – iPhone 101.
July 22 – 1-3 p.m. – Cranbury Golden Age Neighbors.
July 22 – 7 p.m. – Literary Cafe.
July 23 – 11 a.m. – Cranbury Olympics!
July 23 – 11 a.m. – Family Storytime.
July 25 – 10-11 a.m. – Full STEAM Ahead!
July 25 – 3:30 p.m. – Thursday Crafternoon: Decorate a Treasure Chest.
July 25 – 5-8 p.m. – Monthly Game Night.
July 25 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Outdoor Concert Featuring Spanky’s Garage.
July 26 – 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon.
July 26 – 3 p.m. – Summer Movie Series: “The Mighty Ducks.”
Cranbury Arts Council Gourgaud Gallery
Gourgaud Gallery is located in Town Hall, 23-A North Main St.
The Cranbury Arts Council will host a Creative Collective Art Group exhibit for July and August at the Gourgaud Gallery.
Exhibit will run through Aug. 29.
Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 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.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Cranbury Municipal Alliance presents National Night Out between 5-8 p.m., Village Park, 28A Maplewood Ave., Cranbury. There will be free food, games, touch-a-truck, music, and health and wellness.
East Windsor/Hightstown
The Hightstown High School (HHS) Class of 1984 is seeking class members, as well as other HHS attendees that are friends and siblings of the Class of 1984 to join them as they celebrate their 40th reunion. It will take place on Sept. 28th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Hamilton. For more information contact: Debralini@optonline.net, Mindyrobyn@aol.com or connect on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/Classof1984HHS
Hickory Corner Branch Library
Hickory Corner Branch Library is located at 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.
July 19 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Snack: Ice Cream.
July 19 – 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
July 19 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie.
July 19 – 3-4 p.m. – Teen Vinyl Record Painting.
July 20 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Fun Time.
July 20 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Slime Time: Ocean Slime.
July 22 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Music Monday: Mr. Ray.
July 22 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – ESL Conversation.
July 22 – 3-3:45 p.m. – School-age STEAM: Great Barrier Reef Adventure.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 7-8 p.m. – Kids Can Paint Like … Bronwyn Bancroft.
July 23 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
July 23 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – Scrabble for Adults.
July 23 – 2-3 p.m. – In Branch Live Stream Author Talk with Elizabeth Acevedo.
July 23 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Learn How to Use Kanopy Video Streaming.
July 23 – 7-8 p.m. – Mystery Book Club.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Discovery Time.
July 24 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Current Events Chat.
July 24 – 3-4 p.m. – Bookmark Workshop.
July 24 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Chess Club.
July 24 – 6:30-7:15 p.m. and 7:30-8:15 p.m. – Fossil Dig.
July 25 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Babytime.
July 25 – 11 a.m. to noon – Basic Skills Craft for Adults.
July 25 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Crochet and Knit Corner.
July 25 – 3-3:30 p.m. – Crafternoon: Snakes in the Grass Craft.
July 25 – 7-8 p.m. – Planning for Retirement.
July 26 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
July 26 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Dance Party.
July 26 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Basic Skills Craft for Adults.
July 26 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Nonfiction Book Club.
Mid-Day Toastmasters
Mid-Day Toastmasters meets on Saturdays Aug. 3 and Aug. 17 at 10 a.m. for one hour, live in person at The Hickory Corner Branch Library and it streams online.
Hightstown Branch Library
Hightstown Branch Library is located at 114 Franklin St., Hightstown.
July 19 – 10 a.m. – Outdoor Wild Life Fun with Zoophoria NJ.
July 22 – 10 a.m. – Let’s Dance Bailemos.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 6 p.m. – Grades 1-8 Tutoring.
July 23 – 10 a.m. – Kids’ Shark Party.
July 24 – 10 a.m. – Wiggle, Giggle, Read.
July 25 – 10 a.m. – Shape A Story: Play-Doh Story Time.
July 25 – noon to 12:45 p.m. – Guided Meditation for Adults.
Twin Rivers Branch Library
Twin Rivers Branch Library is located at 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor.
July 19 – 2-3 p.m. – Adult Craft: Painted Rocks.
July 22 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Songs.
July 22 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Kids’ Craft: Duct Tape Wallets.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Jeopardy.
July 23 – 2-3 p.m. – Only Murders in the Library: Mary & Bill.
July 23 – 2:15-3:15 p.m. – Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Time.
July 24 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Tween/Teen Craft: Anti-Stress Transformers.
July 25 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Robot Play with mTiny.
July 25 – 2-3 p.m. – Adult Fiction Book Club.
July 25 – 6-8 p.m. – Puzzle Race!
July 26 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Lego Play.
Child Passenger Seat Inspections
To promote child passenger safety, Mayor Janice S. Mironov, members of council and the police department will be hosting free Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections for East Windsor Township residents, underwritten by a New Jersey Highway Traffic Safety Division grant. Participants will have their child car seats inspected to ensure proper installation and will receive educational materials on how to properly and safely restrain children passengers.
The program will be held on several dates at the following locations:
- Tuesday, Aug. 6
- Monday, Sept. 16
Date Sept. 16 – inspections will be held from 3-7 p.m. at the East Windsor Township police/court building, 80 One Mile Road. On Aug. 6, the inspection will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the East Windsor PAL complex, 30 Airport Road, during National Night Out.
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.
July 19 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime with Mr. John.
July 19 – 2:30-4:30 p.m. – Friday Family Movie Matinee.
July 20 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Saturday Drop-In fun.
July 22 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Preschool Adventures.
July 22 – 1:30-3 p.m. – Classic Board Games.
July 22 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Monday Munchies.
July 22 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Pajama Storytime.
July 23 – 2-3 p.m. – Tasty Adventures.
July 23 – 2-6 p.m. – Library at the Famers Market – Norz Hill Farm.
July 23 – 6-7 p.m. – LEGO Drop in.
July 23 – 7-7:50 p.m. – Suspense with Susie Book Discussion.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Campfire Stories.
July 24 – noon to 1 p.m. – SLIME.
July 24 – 2-3 p.m. – Craft Adventures.
July 24 – 5-6 p.m. – Choose Your Adventure: Compass Creations.
July 24 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Mid-Week Movie Night – “Mulan.”
July 25 – 11 a.m. to noon – DIY Dog Tug Toy.
July 25 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Preschool Craft Club.
July 25 – 1-1:30 p.m. – Outdoor Storytime.
July 25 – 3-5 p.m. – Coding Fun.
July 25 – 3-3:45 p.m. – History’s Mysteries! Sweet Truths.
July 26 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Explorer.
July 26 – 2-3 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
July 19 through Aug. 4
Somerset Valley Players presents Alice in Wonderland, 689 Amwell Road, Route 514. Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. On Saturday, July 27 there is an additional matinee at 2 p.m.
Saturday, July 20
Foam Party hosted by Girl Scout Troop 60143 will be held at 1 p.m., Hillsborough Elementary School outdoor area, 435 US-206.
Through September
Norz Hill Farm Farmers Market is held from 2-6 p.m., 120 South Branch Road.
Mayors Wellness Campaign
Yoga dates are held at Ann Van Middlesworth Park, 17 Pleasant View Road, Hillsborough.
Saturday, Aug. 3 – 10-11 a.m. – Yoga Para Todos.
Rain dates are the following day of the canceled event.
Hopewell Valley
Saturday, July 20
The Jillian Ashcraft Quartet concert will be held at 7 p.m., Bandstand at Hopewell Borough Park.
Friday, July 26
Summer Concert – Howe Commons at 6 p.m., Pennington.
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.
July 20 – 5-8 p.m. – Evening Animal Chores.
July 20 – 10 a.m. – Butterfly Bonanza, Capital City Farm.
July 27-28 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Mercer County 4-H Fair and Wheat Threshing.
Hopewell Branch Library
Hopewell Branch Library is located at 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington.
July 19 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
July 19 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Rock.
July 19 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Stay and Play.
July 20 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
July 20 – 1-2 p.m. – Pokémon Club.
July 22 – 10 a.m. to noon – Classic Canasta.
July 22 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
July 22 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Globetrotters.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon: Olympic Torch.
July 22 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Chess Club.
July 23 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Outdoor Toddler Rock.
July 23 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Creation Station Perler Bead Flags.
July 23 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon: Olympic Torch.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Babytime.
July 24 – 4-5 p.m. – Harry Potter Adventure.
July 24 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Storytime.
July 25 – 10-11 a.m. – Cribbage and Coffee.
July 25 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Outdoor Storytime.
July 25 – 2-2:45 p.m. – mTiny Robots.
July 25 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Lego Club.
July 26 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
July 26 – 2 p.m. – Film Screening: “This Beautiful Fantastic” (2016).
Pennington Public Library
Pennington Public Library is located at 30 N. Main St. For more information visit www.penningtonlibrary.org.
Through July 27 – Every Saturday – Hopewell Valley Come Outside and Play: Story Stroll and Rock Art.
Through July 31 – Every Sunday – Summer Story Stoll and Craft.
July 23 – 2-3 p.m. – Author Talk with Elizabeth Acevedo.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Storytime.
July 24 – 4-5 p.m. – Gear UP and Go! A Family-Friendly Bike Safety and Maintenance Program.
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.
NOTE: There are no park entrance fees until July 1st. After that, a $5 per car (cash only) entry fee applies on weekends until Labor Day.
Contact Information: WCPA, Executive Director Annette Earling, info@washingtoncrossingparkassociation.com.
Monday, Aug. 19
Voices Chorale New Jersey invites all singers to join them for an open summer sing featuring selections from our 2024-2025 repertoire including excerpts from the Requiems by Mozart and Brazilian composer José Maurício Nunes Garcia, who was the first to conduct the Mozart in Brazil and who also modeled his own Requiem on Mozart’s at Music Together Worldwide Headquarters, 225 Pennington-Hopewell Road, Hopewell at 7:30 p.m. Scores will be provided, and light refreshments and ice cream will be served. It’s an opportunity to sing both well-loved and new music, meet our director, Dr. David A. McConnell, and learn some fascinating history and context about the compositions. Meet other singers and consider setting up an audition to join us. Those interested in joining Voices Chorale NJ may audition that evening by contacting Linda Silber: LindaFSilber@gmail.com. All voice parts are welcome to audition, but tenors and bass/baritones are especially encouraged. Further information is available at https://www.voiceschoralenj.org.
Lawrence Township
The Lawrence Township Library Branch is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township. For more information contact (609) 882-9246.
July 19 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers.
July 19 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Sticker Swap.
July 19 – 2-3 p.m. – Garden Club.
July 19 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Open Lab.
July 19 – 3-4 p.m. – Drum Circle.
July 20 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Word: Pictures, Tables and Text Boxes.
July 20 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Library Explorers: Camping.
July 20 – 2 p.m. – Caps for Sale Reader’s Theater.
July 20 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Power point.
July 22 – 10 a.m. – Storytime.
July 22 – 10-11 a.m. – Morning Book Club: “The Fraud” by Zadie Smith.
July 22 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Intro to Excel.
July 22 – 11 a.m. – Little Artists.
July 22 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Excel Essentials.
July 22 – 4 p.m. – Round Singing.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 6-6:30 p.m. and 7-7:30 p.m. – Kawaii Craft Club: DIY Squishies.
July 23 – 10 a.m. – Babytime.
July 23 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Open Lab.
July 23 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Quiet Storytime.
July 23 – 2 p.m. – Live-streamed Author Talk.
July 23 – 3-4 p.m. – True Crime Book Club: “Bad Blood” by John Carryrou.
July 23 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Tween/Teen Painting: Hack That Painting.
July 24 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Storytime.
July 24 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Google Drive.
July 24 – 4-8 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
July 24 – 6-7:30 p.m. – Word: Mail Merge.
July 24 – 6:30 p.m. – Mason Jar Science: Harry Potter Butterbeer.
July 25 – 10 a.m. – Storytime.
July 25 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Open Lab.
July 25 – 1-5 p.m. – Upcycle Challenge: Adventure Supplies.
July 25 – 2-6:30 p.m. – Mercer County Passport Day.
July 25 – 3:30 p.m. – Teen Painted Vinyl Records.
July 25 – 6:30 p.m. – Play with Clay.
July 25 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Mercer County Parks and Recreation Unveiled.
July 26 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. (half hour) – Giant Candyland.
July 26 – 1-4 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
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.
July 19 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler/Preschool Storytime.
July 19 – 2-3 p.m. – STEM Challenge.
July 20 – 11 a.m. to noon – Mammal Mania.
July 22 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Art Academy.
July 22 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 23 – 2-4 p.m. – Tween Craft.
July 24 – 4-5 p.m. – The History of Pirates in New Jersey.
July 24 – 4-7 p.m. – Passport Services.
July 24 – 5-5:30 p.m. – Family Storytime.
July 25 – 1-4 p.m. – Dungeons and Dragons Meet-up.
July 25 – 2-3 p.m. – Drop-in Tech Help.
July 26 – 2-2:45 p.m. – My First Book Club.
Through November
Montgomery Farmers Market Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., municipal center, 100 Community Drive, Skillman.
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.
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.
Princeton Public Library
Princeton Public Library is located at 65 Witherspoon St.
July 19 – 9:45 a.m. to noon – Job Seekers: Generative AI and the Future of Work.
July 19 – 7-10 p.m. – Dancing Under the Stars.
July 19 – 7:30-8:30 p.m. – Art Talk: Iranian Architectural Gems.
July 20 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Saturday Storytime!
July 20 – 1-4:30 p.m. – Performance: “Hamlet” – A Staged Reading.
July 20 – 1-1:30 p.m. – Kids: Japanese Storytime.
July 20 – 3:30-5 p.m. – Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions.
July 22 – 10-11 a.m. – Tech: Protecting Yourself from Phishing Scams.
July 22 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Puppet Play.
July 22 – 7-8:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 23 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center.
July 23 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Puppet Play.
July 23 – 1-2:30 p.m. – Tech: Microsoft Excel for Beginners Part 1.
July 23 – 2-4 p.m. – Kids: Adventure Begins at Your Library.
July 23 – 4-7 p.m. – Mercer County Community ID.
July 23 – 6-7:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 24 – 10 a.m. to noon – Drop in and Knit.
July 24 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
July 24 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – Discussion: Power of Words.
July 24 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
July 24 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
July 24 – 2-5 p.m. – Film: “North by Northwest.”
July 24 – 6-8 p.m. – Workshop: Bullet Journal Club.
July 25 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
July 25 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
July 25 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Mobile Office Hours: Sen. Andrew Zwicker’s office.
July 25 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
July 25 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
July 25 – 2-4 p.m. – Kids: Adventure Begins at Your Library.
July 26 – 9:45 a.m. to noon – Job Seekers: Essential Checklist to Kickstart a Job Search.
July 26 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Kids: Pokémon Party.
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.
Through Sept. 27
D&R Greenway’s “Along the Delaware River and Crosswicks Creek” exhibit will be on display through Sept. 27 at D&R Greenway’s Johnson Education Center, One Preservation Place, Princeton.
West Windsor
West Windsor Community Farmer’s Market – third Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Vaugn Lot.
- July 20
- August 17
- September 21
- October 19
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.
Next up Thank You 5 Productions brings “School of Rock” through July 21. Dates and showtimes for “School of Rock” Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, July 21 at 2 p.m.
West Windsor Arts
West Windsor Arts Council, located at 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, is hosting a number of events.
Open Studios for Artists:
July 20 – 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Events:
July 19 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Throwback Summer Exhibition opening reception. Exhibition will be on display through Sept. 7.
July 20 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Farmers’ Market activities.
July 27 – Art Supply Thrift shop with a pop-up sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 3.
July 27 – 5-7:30 p.m. – Rini.
July 30 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Artist Meetup Collab.
Aug. 10 – 5-7:30 p.m. – Dukes of Destiny.
For more information, call (609) 716-1931 or visit westwindsorarts.org.
West Windsor Branch Library
West Windsor Branch Library is located at 333 N. Post Road, Princeton Junction.
July 19 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Tim Hoh’s Music for Kids.
July 19 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Stories for Kindergarten.
July 19 – 1-2 p.m. – Harry Potter Escape Room: Session 1.
July 19 – 2-3 p.m. – Harry Potter Escape Room: Session 2.
July 19 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crotchet, Et Cetera!
July 19 – 2-4 p.m. – Youth Roots STEM Workshop.
July 20 – 2:30-4:30 p.m. – Anime Feature Film Fest: Suzume.
July 22 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Storytime.
July 22 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 22 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Messy Club.
July 23 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Wish Upon a Star Concert with Jay Daniels.
July 23 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playdate Pals.
July 24 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Little Libros – English/Spanish Storytime.
July 24 – 2-4:20 p.m. – Wednesday Film Festival – “Race” (2016).
July 24 – 3-3:30 p.m. – Kids Craft: Sand Art.
July 24 – 6-7 p.m. – Basic Java.
July 24 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Middle Grade Bookies.
July 25 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Little STEAMers I.
July 25 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Little STEAMers II.
July 25 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Let’s Play Chess.
July 25 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Kung Fu Demonstration.
July 25 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Game Night.
July 26 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Sing Along with Sarah.
July 26 – 1-2 p.m. – Under the Sea Parade.
July 26 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crochet, Et Cetera!
July 26 – 2-4 p.m. – Youth Roots STEM Workshop.
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.
