Spring Flower Sale – Pennington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary
2026-04-02 09:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-03 09:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Pennington Fire Company, Pennington, NJ, United States
The Pennington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will host its annual spring flower sale Thursday through Saturday, April 2–4, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at 120 Broemel Place in Pennington (across from the post office).
The sale will feature a variety of seasonal flowers and plants, with early shopping encouraged for the best selection.
Proceeds support the Pennington Fire Company and its ongoing service to the community.

Spring Flower Sale – Union Fire Company & Rescue Squad, Titusville
2026-04-03 08:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 08:00 - 18:00 | Union Fire Company & Rescue Squad, 1396 River Road, Titusville, NJ, United States
The Union Fire Company & Rescue Squad in Titusville will hold its annual spring flower sale Thursday through Saturday, April 2–4, beginning at 8 a.m. each day at 1396 River Road.
A selection of spring flowers and plants will be available for purchase.
Proceeds benefit the fire company and rescue squad’s emergency response services in the community.

Pennington Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 09:30 - 11:30 | Kunkel Park, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join the Pennington Parks and Recreation Commission and the Easter Bunny for the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at Kunkel Park in Pennington, NJ. Live music starts at 9:30am hunt starts at 10am.

Arm in Arm Mobile Food Pantry
2026-04-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Mercer County Library – Lawrence Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United States
Are you experiencing food insecurity? Arm In Arm’s mobile food pantry will be at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Monday, April 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. No registration is required. Arm In Arm staff will register participants upon arrival. For more information about the food pantry, visit arminarm.org.
Arm In Arm has been active in Mercer County for four decades providing essential resources like food and financial support. Healthy food such as fresh produce, eggs and milk, frozen proteins, quality baked goods, and shelf stable canned and boxed items as well as personal care products such as shampoo, soap, and diapers are made available to families in need. Arm In Arm welcomes 4,000-5,000 families annually through 40,000+ visits to our food and mobile pantries and works with 200-400 at-risk families to prevent or end homelessness.
“We’re proud to collaborate with Arm in Arm and other committed organizations to serve those in greatest need,” said Mercer County Executive Dan Benson. “Our Libraries serve as important hubs in our communities, and by brining bringing services here we’re able to meet our residents where they are.”
In conjunction with Arm In Arm, other social service agencies will be on site. On April 6, the Mercer County Board of Social Services, SNAP Navigator, PSE&G Community Outreach and the Lawrence Township Health Department will have informational tables. On April 13, the NJ Division on Civil Rights, the New Jersey Hospital Association, the Mercer County Nutrition Program and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ will have informational tables. On April 20, the Mercer County Board of Social Services, the Presbyterian Church Voting, DHS Community Outreach Program and Mount Carmel Guild will have informational tables. On April 27, the DHS Community Outreach Program and the Mercer County Superior Court will have informational tables. All visiting services will take place at the same time and place as the mobile food pantry (2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System).
Arm In Arm relies on volunteers to get food into the hands of those who need it most. Want to get involved? Contact Shariq Marshall at 609-508-7851, shariqm@arminarm.org.
The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ. For more information about the library’s programs call 609-883-8292, e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org or visit www.mcl.org.

The Declaration of Independence: America's Birth Certificate from Conception to Celebration
2026-04-06 19:00 - 20:00 | NJ
Historian Joel Farkas discusses the development of the document, from the Magna Carta (1215) to the French and Indian War, the Declaration of Independence, the Revolutionary War, the French Revolution (and Napoleon), the War of 1812, to today. Joel Farkas is a graduate of The Ohio State University, an Officer in the United States Army, a National Park Service volunteer docent at Washington’s Headquarters, Morristown, NJ, a lecturer at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Rutgers University, and a lecturer at Florham Institute for Lifelong Learning at Fairleigh Dickinson University on Monday, April 6, 7:00 pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

{Afrofuturism} The Art of Storytelling: Rewriting the Pop Culture Script
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Online
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Freedom fighter. Activist. Singer. Builder. Time traveler. Disruptor. Iconic. Designer. Afrofuturism encompasses all of these descriptors that contribute to it being a multi-faceted identity.
This presentation takes listeners on a journey that shares varying ways to engage with how Afrofuturism continues to embody the above descriptors, center Black stories, while also culturally evolving within the pop culture landscape. In this talk, Dr. Gipson explores the blossoming relationship between Afrofuturism and pop culture as seen through literature, fashion, architecture, comics, film & television, and music.
This event is co-sponsored by the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum and the Pennington Public Library as part of the “Beyond the Page” community reading initiative.
About the Presenter: Grace D. Gipson, PhD, is an assistant professor at Virginia Commonwealth University specializing in Black media and pop culture. She is the author of the forthcoming book “Reclaiming Her Time: Exploring Black Futures in the Black Female Superhero” and is featured in the Audible series “From the Wiz to Wakanda.” Find her co-hosting the podcast Conversations with Beloved and Kindred or sharing insights at blackfuturefeminist.com.

Getting Graphic with History: The Life and Times of Jimmy Brown
2026-04-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoom Online
Take a journey with author Amy Hollander on April 9th at 7:30 PM to explore her recent graphic novel, Low Bridge, Everybody Down, which shares the real-life experiences of Jimmy Brown, a black canal boat captain on the Delaware and Lehigh Canal in the early 1900s. Learn how Hollander crafted the story by combining Jimmy’s oral histories within the framework of local, regional, and national events, and how she interwove her narrative with the vibrant art of Will Rosado to create a dynamic interplay of word and image — one that will engage the next generation of young readers with the diverse history of the Delaware and Lehigh Canal system.

Speaker Bio:
Amy Hollander is a lifelong storyteller with 20 years of experience as an educator and a museum professional in the tri-state area. For years, Hollander has specialized in developing living history programming for local school districts. These programs introduced students to the lives and struggles of everyday people in history.
In 2017, Hollander established Cloud Mill LLC to help museums navigate 21st-century challenges. Hollander encourages community-forward planning in her projects and has a successful record of developing and delivering powerful exhibits and engaging programs that bring underserved narratives to the forefront. Currently, Amy is the Historic Resources Manager for the Parks and Recreation Department for the County of Bucks. In this capacity, she authors a blog, Bucks Bygone Byways, that highlights the lives of everyday people, places, and objects from the past.
Working on Jimmy Brown’s life story has been an honor for the author. From the first listen of Jimmy’s recorded memories. Hollander was captivated by both Jimmy’s positive attitude, despite the trials he endured, and his determination to make a better life for himself against all odds.

Free Registration: https://shorturl.at/WVFBY

About DRGP
The Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) 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.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for their financial support of the 2026 Heritage Lectures.

Birthday Breakfast for Hopewell Valley Seniors
2026-04-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Hopewell Valley Golf & Country Club, 114 Pennington Hopewell Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Hopewell Valley seniors are invited to a free birthday breakfast on Friday, April 10, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Hopewell Valley Golf Club.
The event celebrates residents with birthdays from January through June and offers an opportunity to connect with others in the community.
Advance registration is required by April 2. To RSVP, contact Hopewell Township Senior Services at 609-537-0236 or email seniorservices@hopewelltwp.org.
The event is open to Hopewell Valley seniors only. Spouses and guests are welcome for a $20 fee, payable at the door.
Attendees are asked not to arrive before 8:45 a.m.

Tree Seedling Giveaway
2026-04-11 10:30 - 13:00 | Hopewell Twp. Public Works, 203 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
On Saturday, April 11, Hopewell Township will host a free Tree Seedling Giveaway from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Public Works Building.
You are invited to pick up young trees to plant at home, helping expand our community’s tree canopy while supporting cleaner air, wildlife habitat, and neighborhood beauty.
Event Details:

📅 Date: Saturday, April 11
🕥 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Hopewell Township Public Works Building

Trees play a vital role in creating healthy habitats for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. By planting even a single seedling, you’re making a meaningful contribution to biodiversity right in your own backyard.

Clever Corvids: Understanding the World's Smartest Birds
2026-04-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Watershed Institute, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 11 AM @ The Watershed Institute
31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, NJ
~ For Adults and Families with Children ~
Registration Required.
We have always wondered what intelligent life from other planets would look like, but what about in our own backyard? What are some examples of non-human intelligence we come across every day? Are some animals smarter than others? Corvids – birds like ravens, crows, and jays – display some extraordinary markers of intelligence among birds, and even other animals! Come learn about these amazing birds, take a hike to look for them out on the Reserve, and just like the corvids, think your way through a multi-step problem as you build a fun contraption.
A Beyond The Page program in partnership between The Pennington Public Library and The Watershed Institute.
About Our Presenter: Elizabeth Hinckley is a staff educator at The Watershed Institute. She is passionate about teaching and nature, and loves helping others develop connections to the natural world. Whether on The Watershed Reserve in Pennington or at schools throughout the area, she can be found sharing the joy of science, nature, and conservation with students of all ages, particularly regarding issues around water conservation and ecology.

Dry Rose Release
2026-04-11 12:00 - 2026-04-12 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
On April 11th and 12th from 12-5PM; join us for the release of the 2025 Dry Rose! Celebrate with Cone Appétit Food Truck on Saturday, and Jammin’ Crêpes Food Truck on Sunday. Live music by Grant Peterson & Greg Markle. Families welcome and no cover!

Spring Salon
2026-04-11 17:00 - 19:00 | 43 West Broad Street Hopewell NJ 08525, 43 West Broad St, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Celebrate the arrival of spring with us…
A VIBRANT and VARIED collection of painting and sculpture is on display. As the days grow longer, and weather brightens, join us for a drink and enjoy the company of artists and friends at Morpeth.

Grand Homes & Gardens: Middleton Place
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Blending history, architecture, and horticulture, this year’s Grand Homes & Gardens speaker series, Freedom at Home: Telling the Full Story of America’s Founding Homes and Gardens, showcases the estates of signers of the Declaration of Independence, telling the stories of the people who lived and worked in these grand spaces.
On April 16, Morven welcomes Brandon Stone (Director Research and Preservation) for an illustrated presentation on Middleton Place in Charleston, SC, the primary home of Declaration signer Arthur Middleton. More than 2,800 men, women, and children were enslaved by the Middleton family from 1738 to 1865. The estate was heavily impacted by the Civil War when Union troops razed most of the property. The plantation’s extensive and transformative gardens, established in the 1740s, were awarded the Garden Club of America’s highest honor, the Bulkley Medal, in 1941.
Doors open at 6 pm for light refreshments.

The 2026 Grand Homes & Gardens speaker series is sponsored by Bryn Mawr Trust. This program is sponsored by Corcoran Sawyer Smith.

In Conversation with Author Ted Chiang
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Online
Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Ted Chiang has become a definitive voice in speculative fiction, captivating readers with his award-winning collections Stories of Your Life and Others and Exhalation. He possesses a masterful ability to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and the profound depths of human emotion. His work serves as a modern exploration of the “what if,” often using our evolving relationship with technology to challenge our understanding of free will, memory, and consciousness. These stories resonate because they grapple with the fundamental questions of what it means to be sentient in an evolving universe. In this keynote, Chiang will discuss various themes found in Exhalation: Stories, with a focus on the persistence of wonder and how shifting the lens of logic can fundamentally alter our perspective on the nature of existence.
Sponsored by the Hopewell Valley Regional School District and the Friends of the Pennington Library

2026 Beyond The Page Keynote Speaker: In Conversation with Ted Chiang
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Online
Thursday, April 16, 2026 @ 7 PM via Zoom
Ted Chiang has become a definitive voice in speculative fiction, captivating readers with his award-winning collections Stories of Your Life and Others and Exhalation. He possesses a masterful ability to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and the profound depths of human emotion. His work serves as a modern exploration of the “what if,” often using our evolving relationship with technology to challenge our understanding of free will, memory, and consciousness. These stories resonate because they grapple with the fundamental questions of what it means to be sentient in an evolving universe. In this keynote, Chiang will discuss various themes found in Exhalation: Stories, with a focus on the persistence of wonder and how shifting the lens of logic can fundamentally alter our perspective on the nature of existence.
Sponsored by the Hopewell Valley Regional School District and the Friends of the Pennington Library
This event is part of our 2026 Beyond the Page – an initiative designed to broaden our imaginations and understanding of our world, our neighbors, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. The featured book Exhalation contains nine stunningly original, provocative, and poignant stories, where author Ted Chiang tackles some of humanity’s oldest questions, along with new quandaries only he could imagine. Please visit PenningtonLibrary.org/2026BeyondThePage for a full calendar of events and more information.

Hopewell Valley 5K and Fun Run
2026-04-18 08:30 - 10:30 | Hopewell Valley Central High School, 259 Pennington-Titusville Road, Hopewell , NJ, United States
The HVCHS PTO hosts its fourth annual Hopewell Valley 5K and 1-mile Fun Run, with registration beginning at 8 am, followed by the Fun Run at 8:45 am and the 5K at 9:30 am. The event supports the Classes of 2027 and 2028 and is open to runners and walkers of all ages. Awards will be given to top finishers, and commemorative race shirts are available while supplies last.
Register at www.hopewellvalley5k.com.

Unearthing a Story: James Garfield
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Though his presidency was cut short by an assassin’s bullet, James A. Garfield left behind a remarkable collection of correspondence. Join us to help digitize these fascinating historical documents. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop; a limited number are available on site. Unearthing a Story, One Page at a Time is a collaborative transcription series where volunteers convert historical documents into searchable digital text, supporting researchers, genealogists, and the preservation of history for future generations. Registration is requested.
Saturday, April 18, 10:00 – 11:30 am at Hopewell Branch , 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ 08534

Worlds from Thin Air: An Intro to Speculative Improv
2026-04-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Pennington Public Library, 30 North Main Street, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Sunday, April 19, 2026 @ 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Creating stories can be challenging, and it might seem even more challenging to go beyond the page when you are writing in real time on the stage. How do people do this in improvised theater?

Drawing inspiration from the ‘What If?’ nature of speculative fiction (like Ted Chiang’s Exhalation), we’ll explore how simple questions can build extraordinary worlds. Come learn how to take a single idea and, through collaboration, see where the logic of that world takes you. In this workshop, come to learn and build on basics of improv theater with a focus on the collaborative, creative experience. All are welcome!
About the Presenter: Child’s Play Improv is a troupe whose home is at Princeton University. The student-run troupe provides a place where people can learn to enjoy and improve their skills at improv, and make this craft more accessible to others. We host workshops a few times each winter and fall at many venues, and host university shows four times a year. To keep up with us and our workshops, you can find us on Instagram @childsplayimprovofficial.
This event is part of our 2026 Beyond the Page – an initiative designed to broaden our imaginations and understanding of our world, our neighbors, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. The featured book Exhalation contains nine stunningly original, provocative, and poignant stories, where author Ted Chiang tackles some of humanity’s oldest questions, along with new quandaries only he could imagine. Please visit PenningtonLibrary.org/2026BeyondThePage for a full calendar of events and more information.

Across the Year at Titusville School: Images From the Helen Case Collection, 1952-1972
2026-04-20 - 2026-05-29 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
April 20 through May 29, Hopewell Valley Historical Society will present an exhibit, “Across the Year at Titusville School: Images From the Helen Case Collection, 1952-1972,” at the Hopewell Branch of Mercer County Library. Photos are from a lost collection of color slides, largely from the 1950s, that document children’s activities at Titusville Elementary School. Visit https://www.hopewellvalleyhistory.org for more information, and mcl.org for library hours.

The Gambler, the Writer, and Zelda: The History Behind The Girl in the Green Dress
2026-04-20 18:30 - 19:30 | NJ
Join author Mariah Fredericks on Monday, April 20, 6:30 pm as she discusses her new mystery, inspired by the unsolved 1920 murder of Joseph Elwell. Through images and historical insight, Fredericks explores how she wove together the real-life stories of Elwell, Morris Markey, and Zelda Fitzgerald in her novel The Girl in the Green Dress — praised by The New York Times as “dazzling … a lively return to Jazz Age Manhattan.” Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

TrashedArt Contest Reception
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Mercer County Library – Lawrence Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United States
The Mercer County Library System is hosting the 17th Annual TrashedArt Contest Reception on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30 pm. The contest celebrates Earth Day by encouraging patrons to turn ordinary trash into extraordinary art. Entries will be judged by MCLS staff and local professional artists. Library patrons will also have a chance to vote for People’s Choice award winners prior to the reception. Grand prize winners will be awarded for first, second and third places. The reception is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Advanced registration is appreciated for all events. Please register online on LibCal at https://mcl.org/. The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ. For more information about the library’s programs, call 609-883-8292, e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org or visit www.mcl.org.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. For more information about the Friends of the Lawrence Library, please stop by the Lawrence Reference Desk. The Friends of the Lawrence Library help support programs such as book sales, book clubs, contests, crafts, events (such as this one), guest speakers, parties and workshops for adults, as well as character greetings, crafts, entertainers, events, parties and more for youth at the Library. Join the Friends of the Lawrence Library today!

Pennington Borough Arbor Day Celebration
2026-04-24 09:30 - 10:30 | Toll Gate Grammar School, 275 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
For 38 years now, Pennington Borough in New Jersey has been recognized as a Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation. Celebrating Arbor Day with a public tree planting and proclamation is one of the four steps needed to receive this recognition.
This year on Friday, April 24th, the first graders at Toll Gate Grammar School will gather once again with their teachers and the members of Pennington’s Shade Tree Committee to plant a tree, and to learn about the importance of tree care. The event will take place around 9:30 am, at the intersection of East Curlis Avenue and Abey Drive, just down the road from Toll Gate. Families, friends and neighbors are welcome to attend.
Mayor James Davy will issue a proclamation to commemorate Arbor Day, and will encourage residents to support efforts to protect trees, woodlands and our urban forestry program.
The Pennington Shade Tree Committee consists of seven volunteers, along with members of the Public Works department and a Council liaison. The trained committee is responsible for maintaining the health and diversity of the borough’s urban forest and street trees.

Spring Rummage Sale at St. Matthew's Pennington
2026-04-24 13:00 - 2026-04-25 12:00 | St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 300 S. Main St, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Join us for a community Rummage Sale at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church featuring a wide variety of treasures! April 24 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and April 25 from 9 a.m. to Noon at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 300 S. Main St., Pennington. Clothing (women’s, men’s children’s, and baby’s), shoes, jewelry, housewares, collectibles & linens, children’s games and toys, electronics, tools, yard & sports equipment and more! There’s something for everyone. Come browse and shop for great finds and bargains! Free street parking & no entry fee. More information about the spring rummage sale, including donation guidelines and event details, is available at stmatthewspennington.org/rummage-sales.
Cash/check/credit card accepted.

James Popik and Supernova at the new Hopewell Valley Stage
2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Hopewell Valley Stage, 5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
James Popik and Supernova play classic and modern jazz with a jam vibe. Popik’s last release received Grammy® consideration, and group members tour internationally and appear on major label recordings. Supernova brings the groove and FUN. You just might wanna dance!
Run Time: 90 minutes
Doors Open: 45 minutes prior to show time

Job Fair @ Trenton Thunder
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Trenton Thunder Ballpark, 1 Thunder Road, Trenton, NJ, 08611, United States
Hiring for:
•Usher/Ticket Taker
•Bat Boy
•Concessions (Dishwasher & Kitchen help)
Join the Trenton Thunder team and become a part of the Thunder Entertainment Experience during the 2026 Thunder Season! We have exciting opportunities available in various positions throughout our entire operation.
If you’re 16 years of age or older, we want you to join our motivated, outgoing, and energetic team. Work in a family-friendly entertainment atmosphere and make a positive impact on your community. Apply now and become a valued member of the Thunder family!
