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Westminster Community Orchestra presents Westminster Conservatory Concerto Competition Winners
2026-05-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Hillman Performance Hall, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Join Dr. Ruth Ochs and The Westminster Community Orchestra (WCO) for the Westminster Conservatory Concerto Competition Winners Concert on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in Hillman Hall, in the Cullen Center, on the Westminster campus, Walnut Lane, in Princeton. There are no tickets required; a suggested admission of $10/person cash will be collected at the door.
The concert will feature the winners of this year’s Westminster Conservatory concerto competition: Alan Li performing Mozart’s Andante in C for Flute and Orchestra, Wei-En Erin Liao performing the first movement of Crusell’s Clarinet Concerto No. 1, and Cherie Xu performing the first movement of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto in A Major. In addition, the WCO will perform Copland’s Outdoor Overture, the second movement from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, and Nelhybel’s Pavane for Brass and Percussion.
For more information on the May 17th performance, please contact the Westminster Conservatory office by phone, 609-921-7104, email, conservatory@rider.edu, or visit https://www.rider.edu/about/events/westminster-community-orchestra-concerto-competition-winners-concert

The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
2026-05-19 19:00 - 20:00
When we think of the American Revolution, we often imagine a local struggle between thirteen colonies and the British Crown. Historian and author Richard Bell challenges that familiar story, revealing the Revolution as a global war that reshaped lives and power across six continents. From the Caribbean and Canada to Africa, India, and South America, the conflict sparked migration, rebellion, and transformation far beyond North America. This program re-examines the Revolutionary War as a complex, high-stakes global event whose consequences continue to resonate in the modern world. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 pm

Teen Game Night
2026-05-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Hopewell Public Library, 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Join the Hopewell Public Library for a game night under the tent.
It will be a night of games, fun and pizza! Bring your friends, bring your favorite game, and be ready to have fun! We will have board games, card games and even some trivia!
This event is for ages 13-18.
Registration is required.
Please register at this link.

Art Talk: Three Visionary Women | Three Great Museums
2026-05-20 19:00 - 20:15 | Zoom Online
Art Talk: Three Visionary Women | Three Great Museums
Wednesday May 20, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Registration required
What does a woman do when she is born to great privilege, has enormous wealth, loves to travel to faraway places, and has a healthy dose of intellectual curiosity? Well, she collects art of course! And then she must envision a place to exhibit her passion. This talk will examine the lives of three remarkable women who defined society’s expectations: Isabella Stewart Gardner, Helene Kröller-Müller, and Peggy Guggenheim. We will trace the steps each took to amass three of the most important collections of art in the world and how they built the museums to hold their treasures. And we will see some amazing paintings, too! Come along on the journey!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Pennington Public Library and the Hopewell Valley Arts Council.
About Our Presenter: Janet Mandel taught in New Jersey’s public schools for 32 years, the last eighteen of which were at Columbia High School in Maplewood, where she taught English, art history, and World Languages and Cultures. Now retired, Janet presents illustrated talks on a variety of art history topics at adult schools, libraries, museums, senior centers, community centers, and similar venues.

Art in the Marsh: Watercolor Wildflower Cards
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Spring Lake @ Roebling Park, Spring Lake , Hamilton, NJ, 08610, United States
Enjoy making watercolor wildflower note cards with Margaret Simpson, artist. Supplies included!
$15 cost. Registration required using the event link.

Hopewell Valley Veterans Association Memorial Day Event
2026-05-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Come honor and pay your respects to our local fallen veterans at this annual event. Handicapped parking is available.
Saturday, May 23 at 11am

Bud Break Bash
2026-05-23 12:00 - 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Join us at Unionville Vineyards on May 23rd from 12-5pm as we celebrate the start of a new growing season! After months of dormancy, the vineyard is coming back to life and there’s no better time to gather, sip, and soak in the energy of the season. Families welcome and no cover.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our vineyard and a preview of the wines on the horizon. Enjoy complimentary vineyard walks and shoot-thinning tutorials, open to all ages, plus an optional add-on experience of barrel tastes of unreleased wines with a winemaker.
Jam out to live country music by Nikki Briar and the SweetBriar Band from 1-4PM, and grab some delicious Mexican eats from the MexiBoys Food Truck.
Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage guests to bring outdoor chairs or picnic blankets.

Borscht Belt: The Comic Legacy of the Catskills
2026-05-26 19:00 - 20:00
The Jewish Catskill resorts of the 20th century were a summer paradise for millions — and the birthplace of some of America’s greatest comic careers. Legends such as Mel Brooks, Sid Caesar, Rodney Dangerfield, Joan Rivers, and Jackie Mason honed their craft entertaining guests at iconic resorts like Grossinger’s, Brown’s, The Concord, Kutsher’s, and The Nevele. Entertainment historian John Kenrick presents a lively, multimedia talk exploring this rich comic tradition, featuring hilarious video clips and behind-the-scenes stories from the golden age of Borscht Belt comedy. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.
Borscht Belt: The Comic Legacy of the Catskills
Tuesday, May 26, 7:00 pm

Community Conversation: Energy at Home and in Our Community. A Pennington Community Energy Plan Discussion
2026-05-28 19:00 - 20:30
Join the Pennington Environmental Commission for a Community Conversation focused on energy, practical solutions,
and the development of Pennington’s Community Energy Plan (CEP).
The discussion will include:

What we heard from the community through our recent CEP survey
Broader New Jersey energy trends and planning efforts
Practical information on energy audits, incentives, rebates, and programs
Ways residents and businesses can reduce energy use and costs

Zoom link will be posted on penningtonboro.org the week of the presentation

Stewarding with Stories: Sustaining Fish and Community on Lewis Island
2026-05-28 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoom Online
Just in time for shad season, join us on May 28th at 7:30 PM via Zoom for an illustrated lecture by folklorist Dr. Charlie Groth. Dr. Groth invites you to step into the world of the Lewis Fishery — the last remaining commercial traditional haul-seine fishery on the non-tidal Delaware River. After a brief introduction to the haul seine method and fishery history, Groth will share how various story types at the fishery interweave to support community and natural resources.
Don’t miss this rare window into a living piece of American folklife, where tradition, storytelling, and the seasons still move together.
Presenter Bio:
Lambertville resident, Charlie Groth, PhD, began studying the Lewis Fishery in 1996 as part of her folklore and folklife doctoral studies and has continued working as a fishery crew member ever since. She is the author of Another Haul: Narrative Stewardship and Cultural Sustainability at the Lewis Family Fishery and a professor at Bucks County Community College.
Free registration: https://tinyurl.com/5d2wjyr9
About DRGP
The Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) periodically sponsors lectures about different aspects of the Delaware River’s cultural, recreational, and natural heritage. An environmental nonprofit, DRGP supports the Delaware River Scenic Byway, the Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic River, the Delaware River Water Trail, and the Delaware River Heritage Trail.
To view previous Heritage Lectures, visit https://www.youtube.com/@delawarerivergp.
If you enjoy our Heritage Lectures, please donate https://delawarerivergreenwaypartnership.org/index.php/donate.
Thank you to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation of Natural Resources for financial support of the 2026 Heritage Lectures.

Hopewell Book and Bake Sale
2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Hopewell Public Library, 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Come support our Little Red Library at the Hopewell Book and Bake Sale! This is a fundraiser during the annual town-wide yard sale to help with library programming for our community.

Transform Your Yard into a Wildlife Habitat!
2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:00
Did you know even small changes in your yard can make a big difference for pollinators, birds, and local wildlife?
Join Hopewell Valley Gardens for Wildlife’s upcoming webinar, Transforming a Suburban Yard into Wildlife Habitat, and learn practical, achievable ways to create a thriving habitat using native plants and wildlife-friendly landscaping.
You’ll discover:
✨ Easy habitat-building ideas
✨ Real suburban yard transformations
✨ Tips for supporting birds & pollinators
✨ How to create a beautiful, eco-friendly landscape
📅 Monday, June 1st
🕒 7-8 pm
💻 Online Event
Reserve your spot today: www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-transforming-a-suburban-yard-into-wildlife-habitat-tickets-1990176534589?aff=oddtdtcreator
Can’t make it live? Register anyway to receive the recording!

Catharine "Caty" Greene: Eyewitness to the American Revolution
2026-06-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Online
Catharine “Caty” Greene: Eyewitness to the American Revolution
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Registration required
Carol Simon Levin portrays Catharine “Caty” Greene, the indomitable wife of Nathanael Greene, one of General Washington’s most valued officers. Known as a witty raconteur, she enlivened the spirits of officers and troops alike as the war ranged from New Jersey to South Carolina, famously dancing for 3 hours straight with George Washington. Her pluck and spirit carried her through victories and tragedies not only during the war but throughout a remarkable life of resilience and reinvention.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Pennington Public Library
About Our Presenter: Carol Simon Levin is a professional storyteller, historical impersonator, and NJ council for the Humanities Scholar specializing in “Fascinating Women History Forgot” – women of all colors and creeds who have fought for women’s rights. She is the author of the book Remembering the Ladies: From Patriots in Petticoats to Presidential Candidates and the Garden State Legacy article “Reclaiming Our Voice: NJ’s Role in the Fight for Woman Suffrage.”

Hopewell Valley Come Outside and Play! at Woolsey Park
2026-06-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Hopewell Valley Municipal Alliance will once again be sponsoring Come Outside and Play Weekend from Thursday, June 4 through Saturday, June 6. Many Valley-wide businesses and organizations will be part of this event. Once again, Hopewell Recreation will be joining in on the fun and having an event on Thursday, June 4. Join Hopewell Township Recreation, along with other Township Departments, for some good old-fashioned fun at the park.

A Night for Gaza: Live Concert + Art Market
2026-06-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
A Night for Gaza: Live Concert featuring Carsie Blanton and SHAKE YOUR PEACE! + Art Market + Snacks for sale
Thursday, June 4th at the Hopewell Presbyterian Church (80 W. Broad St, Hopewell NJ)
All proceeds will go to The Middle East Children’s Alliance
Doors open at 6pm!
How to purchase tickets:
1. Donate $25-$100 per ticket (pay what you like) to the Instagram fundraiser (link below)
2. Send your donation receipt to aNightforGaza@gmail.com and don’t forget to *tell us how many tickets you would like for the event*
3. You will receive a reply email with your ticket(s) attached.
How to purchase tickets if you’re not on Instagram:
1. Donate $25-$100 per ticket (pay what you like) directly to the Middle East Children’s Alliance: mecaforpeace.org
2. Send your donation receipt to aNightforGaza@gmail.com and don’t forget to *tell us how many tickets you would like for the event*
3. You will receive a reply email with your ticket(s) attached.
We are SO LUCKY that Carsie Blanton will be coming to Hopewell to share her gifts with us. Carsie is a NJ-based singer-songwriter, currently in the midst of a busy Spring tour. In late 2025 she participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla, sailing to Gaza to attempt to deliver food and aid to the people of Gaza.
Opening the night will be local Hopewell-based band SHAKE YOUR PEACE! (the musical project of Gabe Dominguez) performing a rousing set filled with Ecotopian mischief and other such joys!
All ages are welcome, but keep in mind that Carsie and Gabe are both bold & playful musical revolutionaries and some of their lyrics may veer towards PG-13 elements at times 😊
A reminder that every dollar you spend – on your ticket, on a piece of artwork, or on a snack at the event – will go directly to Middle East Children’s Alliance, to serve the children of Gaza.

50 Years Strong- A Straube Center Art Show
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for our opening reception of our newest art show! Several local artists are on display in our two galleries in Pennington, NJ.
Refreshments will be offered and it’s free to the public. Friday June 5th from 5pm-7pm.

50 Years Strong- A Straube Center Art Show
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00
Please join us for our opening reception of 50 Years Strong A Straube Center Art Show. Opening reception is in our I-108 West Franklin Ave. Conference room. Refreshments will be offered- free to the public.

Chalk the Block!
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Hopewell Public Library, 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United States
The library is excited to announce that we will be participating in the 2026 Hopewell Valley Come Outside & Play event. Events will take place over several days throughout the Hopewell Valley. Our offering is Chalk the Block! Help beautify the sidewalks of Hopewell with your chalk art. Volunteers will be on hand to provide encouragement and inspiration. Get outside, take a walk, do some art! Stop into the library to grab some chalk and get the list of addresses where chalk art is welcomed.

Abbott Day 3 Celebration: Friends and Family Fun
2026-06-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton, NJ
Abbott Day 3 Celebration
Rain or shine! Bring your Friends and Family and come on out to our fun third annual birthday celebration of the life and times of Charles Conrad Abbott, whose archeological and naturalist endeavors resulted in the “Abbott Farm National Historic Landmark” and the “Abbott Marshlands” being named in his honor. Start your day with the First Saturday “In Abbott’s Footsteps” Walk on Abbott Bluffs, 11 am – 12 pm: (Register on the site for the walk.)
SCHEDULED FESTIVITIES:
12:00pm – 12:30pm: Welcome, Intro to Silent Auction, Birthday Party Cake and Ice Cream
12:30pm – 1:00pm: Music, Imagination and Movement with Mr. Righteous Jolly
1:00pm – 1:30 pm: Face Painting by Mrs. Jolly and Abbott Costume Parade
1:30pm – 2:00 pm: Nature Scavenger Hunt
ONGOING ACTIVITIES:
TURTLE TIME:
Turtle Painting/Naming: Paint wooden turtles to name and take home. A naming contest will decide the name of our Turtle Mascot!
Fruit Art: Turtle Shell Mandala: Make a beautiful design for a turtle shell out of fruit, then eat your artwork!
Pin the Tail on the Turtle: All ages can enjoy this classic game!
ABBOTT ALLEY:
Abbott Books and Publications: A quiet spot for the history-lovers to see videos about and peruse written material by Charles Conrad (CC) Abbott.
Photos with CC Abbott: Get your picture taken with a life-size CC Abbott and add the snapshot to our collage!
SILENT AUCTION STATION: See what’s up for bids in the Benefit Silent Auction and make a bid on what catches your eye!

Foundations of Democracy Workshop on Media and AI literacy
2026-06-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Middle school students are invited to join two Montgomery High School debate team members in a workshop that introduces students to Media and AI literacy through interactive activities. In this two-hour workshop, students will develop the skills they need to challenge presumptions, evaluate evidence, and draw their own well-informed conclusions. This involves not only introducing diverse viewpoints, but also modeling how to engage with them thoughtfully and respectfully.
Registration Required. Space Limited.

Morven’s Curator Corner: The Joseph Hewes Miniature
2026-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
RSVP for a free virtual lunchtime talk with the museum’s curatorial team. Curatorial Assistant Emily Marturano will discuss the Joseph Hewes miniature, currently on view in Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey. This watercolor miniature by famed artist Charles Willson Peale is adorned in garnets and is the only known likeness of Hewes, a Signer of the Declaration and a founder of the American Navy. Commissioned as a gift, it helps shed light on personal connections, sentiments towards independence, and illness in the months leading up to July 1776.
Pictured: Miniature of Joseph Hewes (1730–1779), 1776. Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827). Watercolor on ivory. Loan courtesy of the U.S. Naval Academy Museum.

Behind the Lines: Female Followers of the Continental Forces
2026-06-10 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoom Online
Join us on June 10th at 7:30 PM via Zoom as we mark the semiquincentennial with a fresh perspective on the American Revolutionary War, one that centers the often-overlooked women who supported the Continental Army camp. Who were these women, and why did they follow the army?
Historian Samantha Allison’s presentation illuminates the vital role of female camp followers: the women who marched alongside military units, performing the essential labor that sustained the army’s daily operations. The presentation also explores how military authorities navigated the presence of female followers. Officers sought to balance the practical necessity of support services with the demands of discipline and logistics, revealing a complex relationship between these women and the army.
Drawing on military records and pension applications, Allison situated female camp followers within the broader structure of the Continental Army, showing how their contributions were woven into the very fabric of military administration during the Revolutionary War.
Free Registration: https://tinyurl.com/ythd6bpm
Presenter Bio:
Samantha Allison is a historian and historical consultant specializing in early American history, with a focus on military life, material culture, and the experiences of civilians and followers of the Continental forces. She is known for her engaging storytelling across a range of media. Currently, Allison serves as Civilian Programs Coordinator at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
Her screen credits include serving as historical advisor for the independent film The Loyalist (2019), on-camera historian for two episodes of the PBS series Treasures of New Jersey, and contributor to the new Valley Forge Visitor Center film produced for the National Park Service. Most recently, she contributed research and appeared on screen in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution (2025), focusing on the daily labor of camp followers.
Through her scholarship and her media work, Allison is dedicated to illuminating the lived experiences of ordinary people-especially women-whose essential labor shaped the course of American history.
About DRGP
The Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) periodically sponsors lectures about different aspects of the Delaware River’s cultural, recreational, and natural heritage. An environmental nonprofit, DRGP supports the Delaware River Scenic Byway, the Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic River, the Delaware River Water Trail, and the Delaware River Heritage Trail.
To view previous Heritage Lectures, visit https://www.youtube.com/@delawarerivergp.
If you enjoy our Heritage Lectures, please donate https://delawarerivergreenwaypartnership.org/index.php/donate.
Thank you to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation of Natural Resources for financial support of the 2026 Heritage Lectures.

Princeton Garden Tour 2026
2026-06-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Last year’s Princeton Garden Tour sold out! Join us for an inspiring celebration of horticulture, history, and community as stunning private gardens open to participants for one special day to support two pillars of local history and preservation— the Historical Society of Princeton and Morven Museum & Garden. This year’s tour features a new slate of historical and contemporary properties. Participants enjoy all the stops at their leisure with a self-guided tour. A limited number of tickets are available for a pre-event breakfast in the historic barn at Updike Farmstead.
Date/Time: Saturday, June 13, 11 am-4 pm
Location: To be provided after registration; includes stops at Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 and the Historical Society of Princeton, 354 Quaker Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
Tickets: $55 Garden Tour admission, $100 Garden Contributor admission (includes breakfast at the Historical Society of Princeton from 10-11 am)
Register at https://princetonhistory.org/programs-events/pgt2026/
Founding Sponsor: David Schure and Grant Wagner of Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty

Speaker Series: Wellington Titus and New Jersey's Baseball Innovators!
2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Wellington Titus, a house mover of renown and an amateur baseball player from Marshall’s Corner, N.J., didn’t invent the portable baseball batting cage, but he made it workable. And his patented version soon spread to major league ballparks, where it remains a staple. Coincidentally, the pioneer of the permanent outdoor batting cage was also from New Jersey, but he was best known for football: Amos Alonzo Stagg. Phil Coffin, an author from the Jersey Shore, tells the stories of how these Jersey boys came up with their ideas, plus other tales of New Jersey and baseball.

Presenter Biography:
Phil Coffin, a longtime editor at The New York Times and a member of the Society for American Baseball Research since 1994, is the author of two books of unconventional baseball history: “A Baseball Book of Days: Thirty-One Moments That Transformed the Game” and “When Baseball Was Still Topps: Portraits of the Game in 1959, Card by Card.” He is working on a third book, about innovations and innovators in baseball.
Co-sponsored by the Hopewell Public Library, The HVHS, and the Hopewell Museum.
Registration Required

Art Talk: Egon Schiele
2026-06-18 19:00 - 20:15 | Zoom Online
Egon Schiele: Nature, Allegory, and the Human Condition
Thursday, June 18, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Registration required
Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt’s protégé, shocked the art world with his sensual drawings, ravishing portraits, and ebullient landscapes that represent more than their apparent subject matter. His works characterize the cycle of life and the human condition in a unique and stunning way. Come and hear this presentation that will introduce you to intense, expressive works created during a productive but tragically abbreviated life.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Pennington Public Library and the Hopewell Valley Arts Council
Janet Mandel taught in New Jersey’s public schools for 32 years, the last eighteen of which were at Columbia High School in Maplewood, where she taught English, art history, and World Languages and Cultures. Now retired, Janet presents illustrated talks on a variety of art history topics at adult schools, libraries, museums, senior centers, community centers, and similar venues.

UUCWC Presents Vocalist Keith Spencer in “We Shall Not Be Moved: Songs & Speeches from the Civil Rights Movement”
2026-06-19 19:30 - 21:00
UUCWC Presents Vocalist Keith Spencer in “We Shall Not Be Moved: Songs & Speeches from the Civil Rights Movement”
On June 19 (Juneteenth), the Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing (UUCWC) will present We Shall Not Be Moved: Songs & Speeches from the Civil Rights Movement, featuring the dynamic baritone vocalist and concert entertainer Keith Spencer. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
From the mournful call of the Negro spiritual to the cry of protest and purpose that truly signifies the African-American experience from the mid-1950s to the late 1960s, We Shall Not Be Moved is a concert presentation focusing on the music that captured the essence and call of the Civil Rights Movement. Keith weaves together popular songs associated with the Civil Rights cause with poignant readings from leaders, activists, and spokespersons of the time, calling to mind the struggle and promise of what was to come. You’ll hear Keith perform “Oh, Freedom!,” “People Get Ready,” “Go Down, Moses,” “The Times They Are A-Changin’,” “Lift Every Voice And Sing,” “A Change Is Gonna’ Come,” and many celebrated others. Keith’s performance is presented by On Demand Programs and Events.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the I AM TRENTON Community Foundation, which awards grants for grassroots projects led by Trentonians for Trentonians.
The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), and takes place at 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, N.J. UUCWC is ADA-accessible. All are welcome!
Tickets are $10–$20. To purchase tickets, visit uucwc.booktix.com. Depending on availability, tickets may also be sold at the door.
Learn more about Keith Spencer. For more information, call (609) 737-0515 or visit www.uucwc.org.

Pacific Southern Railway's Summer Train Show
2026-06-20 10:00 - 17:00 | 26 Washington St. Rocky Hill, NJ 08553, 26 Washington St. Rocky Hill, NJ 08553, Rocky Hill, NJ, 08553, United States
🚂 All Aboard the Pacific Southern Railway Summer Train Show! ☀️
Back by popular demand after our sold-out Holiday Train Show, we’re opening our doors again for a Summer celebration of trains, family, and fun in the sun!
Since 1964, Pacific Southern Railway has been a cornerstone of the model railroading community in New Jersey. Built and maintained entirely by club members, our nonprofit HO-scale club features one of the largest and most detailed layouts in the region—spanning decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and passion for trains.
Our mission goes beyond railroading: PSRY proudly supports the local fire department, EMT services, and community outreach programs, helping keep our neighbors safe while preserving the joy of model trains for future generations.
At this year’s Summer Train Show, you’ll enjoy:

Our massive 5,000 sq ft HO-scale railroad in full operation
Balloon artist & face painter for kids
A food truck + snacks & treats
Games and family-friendly activities
Meeting our members and exploring 60+ years of history
Hangin’ out with Murr from Impractical Jokers and his wife, Melyssa – CEO of No. 95 Candles – the proud owners of the home!

✨ Whether you’re a lifelong railfan or just looking for a unique local experience, the PSRY Summer Train Show promises a great day of fun!
🕓 Choose a time slot below – you should arrive 15 minutes before your allotted time.
Note: Kids under 10 are FREE. Rain or Shine.
For questions, email PacificSouthernRailroad@gmail.com

YWCA Princeton Summer Program 2026
2026-06-22 | YWCA Princeton, 59 Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
The YWCA Princeton has an action-packed Summer Program for kids ages 4–8! Choose from five hands-on experiences that build confidence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and spark creativity. EmpowerU Summer Program encourages young learners to explore interests and discover new passions. Running from June 22 through August 21, 2026, each of the five themes is offered weekly and includes Mad Scientists, Mini Makers, Start-Up Kids Club, Super Hero Academy, and Take a Bow. Mix and match weeks to fit your schedule. For details and registration, visit ywcaprinceton.org or call (609) 497-2100 ext. 386.

Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
2026-06-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Online
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.
Diaspora Spice Co. sources the most flavorful, fresh spices in the world from 150 regenerative farms across South Asia—from elders, indigenous communities, young changemakers, and brilliant multi-generational farming families across India and Sri Lanka who are leading the way in sustainable and climate change–resistant agriculture. Filled with culinary storytelling, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook highlights these farmers and their spices with profiles and evocative photography, plus 85 recipes for simple, seasonal, and powerfully delicious meals.
CEO and founder Sana Javeri Kadri and recipe writer Asha Loupy realized that eating with the people who grow our spices unveils a whole new dimension in our cooking. Adapted for a global pantry, these recipes share the warmth of true South Asian home cooking at its truest and tastiest.
Sana and Asha also note which recipes are the most beginner friendly, freezer friendly, good for a dinner party menu (like a Diwali feast!), and which lend themselves to be pantry building blocks, all for a super easy-to-navigate cookbook.
Register now to learn more about Diaspora Spice Co., the progressive spice company rooted in flavor and equity.
Join us LIVE for a chance to win a copy of The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook! The giveaway link will be in the Resources area under the broadcast screen during the live event. Please ensure you are watching on your library’s webpage for the chance to participate.
About the Authors:
Sana Javeri Kadri is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. A third-generation native of Mumbai, she now lives in Oakland, California.
Asha Loupy is a recipe developer and writer with more than a decade of experience in the specialty food industry, from cheese monger to grocery buyer and e-commerce manager. She’s written for Bon Appétit, Food52, Epicurious, and more. She’s based in Oakland, California.

Fabric Collage & Mini Textile Art
2026-06-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
In this hands-on workshop led by Upscale Textile Artist, Mahdiyyah Muhammad, participants will explore storytelling and self-expression through fabric. Using a variety of discarded fabric scraps, participants will create their own mini textile artwork, either as a simplified portrait or an abstract collage.
This workshop introduces participants to the creative possibilities of fabric reuse while encouraging experimentation with color, texture, and composition. No prior sewing or art experience is required, and all materials will be provided. This is a beginner-friendly space designed for both teens and adults.
Participants will leave with a finished piece of textile art and a deeper understanding of how everyday materials can be transformed into something meaningful and expressive.
Registration Required
