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.
In thanks, those who come to give Aug. 1-31, will get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/Help for details.
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.
East Windsor
Aug. 10 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Hightstown Elks BPOE 1955, 110 Hickory Corner Road.
Hillsborough
Aug. 11 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Hillsborough YMCA, 19 E. Mountain St.
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 26 – 10:30 a.m. – Miss Kim’s Sing Along Concert.
July 26 – 1 p.m. – Mahjong Meetup.
July 27 – 12:30 p.m. – Jake the Magician.
July 29 – 2 p.m. – Movie: “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.”
July 29 – 5:30 p.m. – Gentle Yoga.
July 30 – 10:30 a.m. – Baby and Toddler Time.
July 30 – 2 p.m. – The Play’s The Thing.
July 30 – 7 p.m. – Rogues and Roses.
July 31 – 5 p.m. – Gaming Club Unplugged.
Aug. 1 – 11 a.m. – Gentle Yoga.
Aug. 1 – 3 p.m. – Art Time.
Aug. 1 – 6:30 p.m. – Knot Your Momma’s Yarn Club.
Aug. 2 – 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 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.”
July 30 – 11 a.m. – Jake Strong Magic Showl.
July 31 – 11 a.m. – Family Storytime.
July 31 – 7-8 p.m. – Cranbury Soccer Club meeting.
Aug. 1 – 10-11 a.m. – Full STEAM Ahead!
Aug. 1 – 11 a.m. to noon – Moms Discussion Group.
Aug. 1 – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts.
Aug. 2 – 3 p.m. – Summer Movie Series: “The Karate Kid.”
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
Tuesday, Aug. 6
East Windsor Township’s National Night Out will be held from 5:30-8 p.m., Windsor P.A.L. Facility, 30 Airport Road. The event will feature activities including police vehicle tours, demonstrations by canines trained in detecting illegal drugs, child car safety seat inspections, fire and EMS equipment displays, a climbing obstacle course, DJ provided music and entertainment, and many other activities. Refreshments will also be available at the event.
Thursday, Aug. 8
All summer long, the students of the Rise Summer Enrichment Program (summer camp) express themselves through different mediums and create unique and beautiful works of art! At the end of the program, they display their creations in the windows of local Downtown Hightstown businesses for all to see. Join the program from 3-6 p.m. on Aug. 8 on Main and Franklin streets and meander through the creativity.
Saturday, Aug. 10
Family Night in the Park at Etra Lake Park. Large screen showing of “Migration” preceded by inflatable rides and games.
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 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.
July 27 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Family Fun Time.
July 27 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Free Play with mTiny Robots.
July 29 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Music Monday: Tot Tunes+
July 29 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – ESL Conversation.
July 29 – 3-3:45 p.m. – School-age STEAM: Desert Adventure.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 29 – 7-8 p.m. – Kids Can Paint Like … Jean-Francois Millet.
July 30 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
July 30 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – Scrabble for Adults.
July 30 – 2-3 p.m. – In Branch Live Stream Author Talk with Dan Santat.
July 30 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Adult Craft: Earbud Case.
July 30 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Coding with Fiero for Adults.
July 31 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Discovery Time.
July 31 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Current Events Chat.
July 31 – 3-4 p.m. – Strawberry Rock Painting.
July 31 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Chess Club.
July 31 – 7-8 p.m. – Taylor Swift Night.
Aug. 1 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby time.
Aug. 1 – 11 a.m. to noon – Basic Skills Craft for Adults.
Aug. 1 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Crochet and Knit Corner.
Aug. 1 – 3-3:30 p.m. – Crafternoon: 3D Paper Fruit Art.
Aug. 1 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Chess for Adults.
Aug. 2 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Creation Station.
Aug. 2 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Dance Party.
Aug. 2 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Basic Skills Craft for Adults.
Aug. 2 – 2-4 p.m. – Matinee Movie: “Moneyball” (2011).
Aug. 2 – 3-4 p.m. – Teen Radial Paint and Cardboard Sculpture.
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 29 – 10 a.m. – Let’s Dance Bailemos.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 6 p.m. – Grades 1-8 Tutoring.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 30 – 5-8:15 p.m. – Learning English.
July 31 – 10 a.m. – Wiggle, Giggle, Read.
July 31 – 2-3 p.m. – Crafty Adults: Macrame Keychain.
July 31 – 4-5 p.m. – Citizenship Exam Preparation.
Aug. 1 – 10 a.m. – Shape A Story: Play-Doh Storytime.
Aug. 1 – noon to 12:45 p.m. – Guided Meditation for Adults.
Aug. 1 – 3 p.m. – Kids’ Bollywood Dance (Ages 7-9).
Aug. 1 – 4 p.m. – Tween Bollywood Dance (Ages 9-11).
Aug. 2 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Drop in Suncatcher Painting.
Twin Rivers Branch Library
Twin Rivers Branch Library is located at 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor.
July 26 – 11-11:45 a.m. – Lego Play.
July 27 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Resume Review.
July 29 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Story and Songs.
July 29 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Kids’ Craft: Cat Face Planter.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 29 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – American Women and Titled Marriages: NJ’s ‘Dollar Princesses.’
July 30 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Balloon Light Sabers and Star Wars Headband.
July 31 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby time.
July 31 – 2-3 p.m. – What’s Bugging Your Garden?
July 31 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Tween/Teen Craft: Explosion Books.
Aug. 1 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Kids’ Bingo.
Aug. 1 – 6-8 p.m. – Cyptic Killers Murder Mystery Night.
Aug. 2 – 2-4 p.m. – Tiny Art Show.
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 26 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Explorer.
July 26 – 2-3 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
July 27 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Saturday Drop-in Fun.
July 29 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Preschool Adventures – Handprint Flowers Garden.
July 29 – 2:30-3:30 p.m. – Monday Munchies.
July 29 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Art Club.
July 29 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Pajama Storytime – Families with children.
July 29 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Cardio Dance – Dance Your Way to Fitness.
July 30 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – My First Adventure.
July 30 – 2-3 p.m. – What’s For Dinner? – It’s Too Hot to Cook!
July 30 – 3- 4 p.m. – Science Workshop: Water That Isn’t Wet?
July 30 – 6-7 p.m. – LEGO Drop-In.
July 31 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Campfire Stories – Read S’More with Miss Mary.
July 31 – 1-2 p.m. – Computing Basics.
July 31 – 2-3 p.m. – Craft Adventures – Paper Sunflower Collage.
July 31 – 5-6 p.m. – Choose Your Adventure: Pressed Flower Trinket Dish.
Aug. 1 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Family Paint Day.
Aug. 1 – 1-1:30 p.m. – Outdoor Storytime.
Aug. 2 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Explorer.
Aug. 2 – 2-3 p.m. – Read to a Therapy Dog.
Sunday, July 28
Gigi’s Playhouse Youth Board Car Washing for Down Syndrome achievement from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hillsborough Elementary School, 435 US-206.
Friday, Aug. 2
Hillsborough Parks and Recreation David L. Thomas Sr. Memorial Kids Fishing Derby from 5-6:30 p.m. at Ann Van Middlesworth Park Pond. For ages 14 and under.
Summer Movies Under the Stars at 8:30 p.m. featuring “Kung Fu Panda 4.” Ice Cream truck arrives at 8 p.m.
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.
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
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 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.
Aug. 3 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Honey Harvest – Beeswax Medallion.
Aug. 10 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Potato Harvest – Potato Chips.
Aug. 16 – 7:30 p.m. – Nocturnal Nature Walk.
Aug. 17 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Canning and Pickling – Canning Ring Wreath.
Aug. 24 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – Fiddlin’ Contest and Picket Fence Art Show.
Aug. 31 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – 41st annual Plowing Match.
Hopewell Branch Library
Hopewell Branch Library is located at 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington.
July 26 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
July 26 – 2 p.m. – Film Screening: “This Beautiful Fantastic” (2016).
July 29 – 10 a.m. to noon – Classic Canasta.
July 29 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Storytime.
July 29 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Globetrotters.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon: Lighthouse Painting.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 29 – 6:30-7:15 p.m. – Unique Creatures.
July 30 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Outdoor Toddler Rock.
July 30 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Creation Station – Pool Noodle Stick Horse.
July 30 – 2-3 p.m. – Science Book Club.
July 30 – 4-5 p.m. – Crafternoon: Lighthouse Painting.
July 31 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Babytime.
July 31 – 4-4:45 p.m. – Tween Craft – Wampum Bracelet.
July 31 – 6-6:30 p.m. – Storytime.
Aug. 1 – 10-11 a.m. – Cribbage and Coffee.
Aug. 1 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Outdoor Storytime.
Aug. 1 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Lego Club.
Aug. 2 – 10 a.m. to noon – Mah Jongg in the Morning.
Aug. 2 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Rock.
Aug. 2 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Stay and Play.
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 30 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Author Talk with Dan Santat.
Aug. 1 – 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.
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 26 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. (half hour) – Giant Candyland.
July 26 – 1-4 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
July 27 – 10:30 a.m. – Didgeridoo Down Under.
July 27 – 2 p.m. – Felt Boards.
July 29 – 10 a.m. – Storytime.
July 29 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Excel: Pivot Tables.
July 29 – 11 a.m. – Little Artists.
July 29 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Excel: Formulas and Functions.
July 29 – 4 p.m. – Round Singing.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 29 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Make a Squishmallow painting.
July 30 – 10 a.m. – Baby Time.
July 30 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Excel: Charts and Graphs.
July 30 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Quiet Storytime.
July 30 – 2 p.m. – Live-streamed Author Talk.
July 30 – 5:30-6:45 p.m. – Documentary Series.
July 30 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Dog Man Party.
July 31 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Storytime.
July 31 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Google Docs.
July 31 – 4-8 p.m. – Drop-in Craft.
July 31 – 6-7:30 p.m. – Power Point.
July 31 – 6:30 p.m. – Mason Jar Science: DIY Quicksand.
Aug. 1 – 10-11 a.m. – Senior Computer Camp: Mouse Basics.
Aug. 1 – 10:30 a.m. – Tim Hoh Concert.
Aug. 1 – 1-5 p.m. – Upcycle Challenge: Adventure Supplies.
Aug. 1 – 2-3 p.m. – Intro to Word.
Aug. 1 – 3:30 p.m. – Teen/Tween Bath Bombs.
Aug. 1 – 5-6 p.m. – Book Buddies Club: Camp Damascus (by Chuck Tingle).
Aug. 1 – 6:30-7:15 p.m. – Play with Clay.
Aug. 1 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Beginner English Classes for Adults.
Aug. 2 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Movers and Shakers.
Aug. 2 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Open Lab.
Aug. 2 – 1-4 p.m. – Crafty Afternoons (Drop-in Craft).
Anne Demarais Nature Center (ADNC)
The center is located at 481 Drexel Ave.
Wednesday, July 31, Aug. 7 – 5:30-7 p.m. – Wednesday nights are Family nights with free food, free music, learn about the environment, meet other neighborhood families and enjoy nature for free.
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 26 – 2-2:45 p.m. – My First Book Club.
July 29 – 2-2:45 p.m. – Truth Seekers Society.
July 29 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 30 – 1-2 p.m. – Disabilities Social Hour.
July 30 – 2-2:45 p.m. – French Voyage with Anya.
July 31 – 5-6 p.m. – Costume Club.
Aug. 1 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Baby Playdate.
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.
Aug. 1 – 9-11 a.m. – Weekday Volunteer Session.
Aug. 1 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Land Stewardship Volunteer Event.
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 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.
July 27 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Saturday Storytime!
July 27 – 2-2:30 p.m. – Kids: Spanish Storytime.
July 27 – 3:30-5 p.m. – Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions.
July 28 – 4-5:15 p.m. – Concert: ALBO.
July 29 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery.
July 29 – 7-8:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 30 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center.
July 30 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery.
July 30 – 1-2:30 p.m. – Tech: Microsoft Excel for Beginners Part 2.
July 30 – 2-4 p.m. – Kids: Adventure Begins at Your Library.
July 30 – 4-7 p.m. – Mercer County Community ID.
July 30 – 6-7:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.
July 31 – 10 a.m. to noon – Drop in and Knit.
July 31 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
July 31 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Art: Princeton Sketchers.
July 31 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – Discussion: Power of Words.
July 31 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
July 31 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
July 31 – 2-4:10 p.m. – Film: “Thelma and Louise.”
July 31 – 6-9 p.m. – Princeton Student Film Festival 2024.
Aug. 1 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Kids: Storytime!
Aug. 1 – 10:30 a.m. to noon – English Conversation Group.
Aug. 1 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Meet Our Partner: Latin American Legal Defense Fund.
Aug. 1 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Kids: Baby Storytime.
Aug. 1 – noon to 1 p.m. – Baby Play Group.
Aug. 1 – 2-4 p.m. – Kids: Adventure Begins at Your Library.
Aug. 1 – 4-5:30 p.m. – Neurodivergent Crafts and Games.
Aug. 1 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Tech: Using Microsoft Word.
Aug. 2 – 9:45 a.m. to noon – Job Seekers: Brainpower: Tactics for a Career Comeback.
Aug. 2 – 7-9:45 p.m. – Movie Night on the Green: “Aladdin.”
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.
- 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.
July 26 – 7:30 p.m. – Rigoletto.
July 27 – 2 p.m. – Tosca.
July 27 – 7:30 p.m. – Special Gala Spectacular.
July 28 – 2 p.m. – Elixir of Love.
West Windsor Arts
West Windsor Arts Council, located at 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, is hosting a number of events.
Events:
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. 3 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Art Supply Thrift Shop Pop-Up Sale.
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 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.
July 27 – 11 a.m. to noon – The Great Reading Adventure Magic Show with Conrad Cologne.
July 27 – 2-4:30 p.m. – Halloween Playfest Auditions.
July 29 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Baby Storytime.
July 29 – 4-4:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Guided Meditation.
July 29 – 6:30 p.m. – (Virtual) Nutrition for Gut Health.
July 29 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Messy Club.
July 30 – 10:30-11 a.m. – Toddler Storytime.
July 30 – 11 a.m. to noon – Playdate Pals.
July 30 – 1-3 p.m. – YA Graphic Novelist Dan Santat, Livestreamed Virtual Author Talk.
July 30 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Teen Game Night.
July 31 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Little Libros English/Spanish Storytime.
July 31 – 2-4 p.m. – Wednesday Film Festival – “Walk, Don’t Run.”
July 31 – 3-3:30 p.m. – Kids Craft: DIY Treasure Chests.
July 31 – 6-8:15 p.m. – Halloween Playfest Auditions.
Aug. 1 – 10-10:30 a.m. – Little STEAMers I.
Aug. 1 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Little STEAMers II.
Aug. 1 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Let’s Play Chess.
Aug. 1 – 6-7 p.m. – Paint in Red Light.
Aug. 1 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Demystifying Credit: Debunking Myths and Unveiling Facts.
Aug. 2 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Stories for Kindergarten.
Aug. 2 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Knitting, Crochet, Et Cetera!
Aug. 2 – 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.
