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Democracy on the Corner
2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-28 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-11 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-18 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | Hopewell Borough Downtown, Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Join community members every Thursday at 5:30pm at the corner of Greenwood and Broad for a peaceful, visible demonstration of resistance. Participants bring signs and stand together in opposition to what they describe as illegal, unhealthy, and unconscionable actions by the current federal government. The weekly gathering offers comfort, connection, and solidarity among like-minded neighbors, and serves as a reminder to commuters that the community continues to stand up and speak out. The gathering typically lasts about an hour.

The Time to Hear is Here
2025-09-04 18:00 | NJ
Discover the surprising prevalence of hearing loss among the elderly and learn about the latest options available to help those affected. Join Ron Gottardi from the non-profit organization “The Time to Hear is Here” for an enlightening discussion on hearing health on Thursday, September 4, 6pm. Ron will explore why Medicare should cover hearing aids, advances in hearing technology, helpful cell phone apps, shopping tips, and more. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

Greenscaping – Easy Ways to a Greener, Healthier Yard
2025-09-04 19:00 | NJ
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, 7pm, join the Pennington Environmental Commission for a virtual Community Conversations: Greenscaping – Easy Ways to a Greener, Healthier Yard.
Curious about turning part of your lawn into a meadow or pollinator garden? Want to learn which native plants thrive in Pennington and Hopewell Valley (while standing up to deer)? The Pennington Environmental Commission’s second Community Conversations event will take place on September 4 at 7 pm. This will be a virtual event, where practical, beautiful ways to “greenscape” your home will be explored.
The speakers, Mike Van Clef (FOHVOS Stewardship Director) and Samantha Bean (nature writer and native plant advocate), will share the why and the how of greenscaping – and there will be time for questions and comments.
Zoom details will be posted on the Borough website’s Meeting Calendar. The Pennington Environmental Commission hopes you’ll join and share your ideas!

Pennington Summer Concert
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Howe Commons, 65 S Main St, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Join your friends and neighbors at Howe Commons in the heart of downtown Pennington Borough on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 6pm to 9pm for fantastic tunes. Event hosted by Pennington Borough Parks and Recreation.

A Night for Gaza
2025-09-07 19:00 | Hopewell Fare, 65 East Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey, 08525
Sunday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. | Hopewell Fare, Hopewell Borough
Enjoy an evening of live music and art in support of the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). The event features performances by local musician David Butler & Friends and acclaimed artist Carsie Blanton. An art auction will include work from 25+ artists, including Zaria Forman and Kira Dominguez Hultgren. Food will be available for purchase, and the event is BYOB. All proceeds benefit PCRF.
Tickets are $25–$100 (pay what you can). To purchase, visit Instagram ticket link, make your donation, and comment on the pinned post (or message “@a_night_for_gaza”). No Instagram? Email ANightforGaza@gmail.com.
Tickets are limited.

Clear the Clutter
2025-09-09 11:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
A challenge for many homeowners is going through their “stuff” at home, deciding what to do with everything, and finding the motivation to get through this dreaded process. Join Olga St. Pierre to talk about common clutter misconceptions, make an action plan to get and stay motivated, and even get the family and kids involved! Registration is requested.

Food Truck Festival
2025-09-17 11:00 - 19:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
NEW! Food Truck Festival at Woolsey Park on Saturday, September 27 from 11am to 7pm. Join your friends and neighbors for a day of fun at this new event! This Food Truck FEASTival will keep you entertained and busy with a large variety of activities, entertainment, and of course, food! Live bands will be performing throughout the event. A beer garden will be available for those of age, and children’s activities will fill the park. There will be many food trucks available, so there is sure to be something for everyone’s palate. This event is in partnership with Municipal Event Services. Rain date will be September 28. Don’t miss this new family-friendly event!

The History of Public Education in Lawrence Township
2025-09-17 19:00 | NJ
What Did We Learn and When Did We Learn It?:
The History of Public Education in Lawrence Township
Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 pm

Two hundred years ago the world of Lawrence Township school children was nothing like it is today. But many of the education questions their parents faced sound familiar: where should schooling happen, who should be educated, and who should pay for it? Learn how different generations of Lawrence citizens answered these questions and how our public schools coped with rapid suburbanization and a changing society.
Plus, you’ll take a visual tour of all of the schools, past and present. Presented by Dennis Waters, former Lawrence Township historian and current member of the Mercer County Library Commission. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

MCLS Book Festival: Keynote Speaker Alicia Ostriker
2025-09-27 12:00 | Mercer County Library – Lawrence Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United States
Saturday, September 27, 12:00 pm

Lawrence Headquarters Branch

2751 Brunswick Pike

Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

609-883-8292

Join us for a rare opportunity to hear acclaimed poet and scholar Alicia Ostriker at the inaugural MCLS Book Festival. With 19 poetry collections to her name—including her latest, The Holy and Broken Bliss: Poems in Plague Time—Ostriker brings a voice both urgent and timeless. Twice nominated for the National Book Award and a former New York State Poet Laureate, she will read from her new work and sign books following the presentation. Don’t miss this profound literary moment with one of America’s most resonant poetic voices. Registration is requested.

Family Story Time
2025-10-01 10:30 - 11:00 | Pennington Public Library, 30 North Main Street, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Join us in the children’s area for our family story time, where we enjoy stories, music and more!
No registration required. Please check our website for updates. Wednesdays at 10:30 am, except for the last week of each month.
Visit our page featuring a curated list of Virtual Story Times and Crafts
Pennington Public Library
30 N Main Street, Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-0404

Queer Figures in New Jersey
2025-10-07 19:00 | NJ
Tuesday, October 7, 7:00 pm

October is LGBTQ+ History Month! Join us for a special program to discover queer figures in New Jersey history! Rutgers professor Kristyn Scorsone will focus on key, queer figures in New Jersey that might have been missed in other history lessons. They will highlight queer figures in New Jersey and explore their impact on NJ history. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

Artists’ Choice Art Show
2025-10-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Thursday, October 9, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Join us for the opening of the Artists’ Choice Art Show. Tour the beautiful art painted by members of Artists’ Choice, a Hopewell Valley senior art group. You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with artists, as well as community members. Refreshments are provided by Brandywine Living in Pennington. Paintings will remain in the library on exhibit for the month of October. Registration is not required.

Hopewell Branch

245 Pennington-Titusville Road

Pennington, NJ 08534

609-737-2610

The Amazing Pumpkin Carve
2025-10-12 12:00 - 19:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
What’s the Carve All About? Think old-fashioned fall festival vibe – but with a twist! Hopewell Valley Arts Council commissions local artists to carve 150+ pound pumpkins into massive works of art. The Amazing Pumpkin Carve is four jam-packed days of:
– Mind blowing 150+ pound carved giant pumpkins
– Live music and fire pits with story tellers
– Face and mini-pumpkin painting, fun for the whole family
– Food trucks and new for 2025 – a BEER garden
10/9 Thurs 7pm-9pm
10/10 Fri 5pm-9pm
10/11 Sat 12pm-9pm
10/12 Sun 12pm-7pm
Woolsey Park, 221 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville NJ.
Tickets: $8 – $20 (Kids in strollers FREE)

Movie in Kunkel Park
2025-10-12 17:00 | Kunkel Park, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join the Pennington Borough Parks and Recreation Department as they host a movie at Kunkel Park on October 12, 2025 at 5pm. Please contact Pennington Borough for details.

Caring for the Whole Self: Chronic Illness and Emotional Well-Being
2025-10-16 18:30 | NJ
Thursday, October 16, 6:30 pm
Living with a chronic illness such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, or arthritis can affect more than just the body—it can also significantly impact emotional well-being. Kara Buda, PhD, clinical health psychologist specializing in psychosocial oncology, will discuss why feelings such as fear, sadness, and uncertainty are common and how therapy can provide practical tools, encouragement, and strategies. Discover ways to strengthen your resilience, take an active role in your well-being, and enhance your overall quality of life while navigating the challenges of chronic illness. Presented as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

Ewing Fall Spin
2025-10-18 07:30 - 15:00 | TCNJ Campus Town, 600 Campus Town Drive, Ewing, NJ, United States
Ewing Recreation and Ewing Green Team are running the 10th annual Fall Spin Bike Ride on Saturday, Oct. 18, starting at Campus Town and to benefit Women’s Space/Younity. In-person registration starts at 8:15 a.m. Pre-registration can be done online at ewingnj.org/recregistration. Riders can register the day of the ride starting at 8:45am in the parking area. For more information, visit this link https://ewinggreenteam.org/ewingfallspin or call the Ewing Rec Department at (609) 883-1776.

Haunted Hopewell
2025-10-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Come join the fun at our 5th Annual Haunted Hopewell event on Saturday, October 18th, from 3–5pm at Woolsey Park! We’ve got trick-or-treating, games, crafts, a photo spot, a DJ, and tons of Halloween fun for kids of all ages!
Grab your costumes, bring your friends, and get ready for a fang-tastic afternoon full of laughs, candy, and fall fun!
This event is FREE and open to everyone — it’s sure to be a boo-tiful day you won’t want to miss!

Celia Reisman | In Plain View
2025-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Morpeth contemporary, 43 West Broad St, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
An astute observer of the world around her, Reisman’s subjects are in plain view. What at first glance what appears to be a faithful depiction of a believable place, on further study reveals a complex imaginative journey of color and form.
Earning a BFA from Carnegie Mellon and MFA from Yale Reisman came to representation backwards: abstraction first, from her student days and then direct observation.
She finds her domestic surroundings no matter how seemingly mundane rich with interpretation. Juxtaposing architecture and nature she invents her own world, both familiar and unexpected.
Celia Reisman’s work has been exhibited in shows across the United States. Reisman was awarded a Purchase Prize by the American Academy of Arts and Letters Invitational Exhibition, and was given a Survey Exhibition at the Michener Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.
She has taught at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Swarthmore College, and Dartmouth College.

Finding the Right Fit: Exploring Senior Living Choices
2025-10-21 14:00 - 15:00 | NJ
Tuesday, October 21, 2:00 pm
It’s never too early to start preparing for your future or your parent’s future. Join this workshop to explore a range of living options, including independent and assisted living communities, 50+ communities, and aging in place. You’ll gain valuable insights into these choices and learn key factors to consider as you plan for the next chapter. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.
