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Downtown Hopewell Mocktail Crawl
2026-05-09 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hopewell Borough Downtown, Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Get ready for an afternoon of fun for all ages at the 2nd Annual Downtown Hopewell Mocktail Crawl, taking place on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Sponsored by Provident Bank, this exciting event invites attendees to explore the charming shops and businesses of Downtown Hopewell while enjoying unique, alcohol-free mocktails at each of the 10 participating merchants. “Provident Bank is proud to sponsor the Downtown Hopewell Mocktail Crawl, now in its second year, an event that brings the community together to celebrate local businesses in a fun way. As part of the Hopewell community, we are committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen local connections for residents and businesses alike.”, says Wendy Andreotta, the Manager of the Hopewell Branch of Provident Bank.
Tickets for the event are $20 and all proceeds will benefit the Sourland Conservancy, an organization dedicated to protecting the Sourland Mountain region’s natural beauty. Each ticket includes a cute little mason jar, which will serve as your reusable cup for all the delicious mocktails. The event will happen rain or shine, so come out to support a great cause while experiencing the best of what Downtown Hopewell has to offer!
Participants will receive a mocktail passport, guiding them to each of the 10 stops where they can sip delicious mocktails, snack on treats, and shop local. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore Hopewell’s eclectic selection of merchants, from clothing boutiques to art galleries, and everything in between. Antimo’s is setting up a Pizza Shed at twine. 12-2pm.
Participating Businesses Include:

dandelion wishes
Executive Display, Rosie’s Rescue
Gallery 14
Homefront’s Treasure Trove
Seeds to Sew
Sourland Bread / Hopewell Healing Collective
Sourland Cycles
The Tomato Factory
twine.
Wull & Oak

Ticket Information:

Price: $20
Purchase online at downtownhopewell.com
In-person sales (cash only) in Hopewell at:

Seeds to Sew (16 Seminary Ave.)
twine. (8 Somerset St.)

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore Downtown Hopewell, support local businesses, and
enjoy a fun afternoon while helping to restore the beautiful Sourland forest. Get your tickets today!

Fire on the Delaware: 1778 Raid on Bordentown - AMERICA250 Series
2026-05-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton, NJ
A true story of the British Raids on Bordentown and Crosswick’s Creek on May 8, 1778 that dealt a major blow to the Continental Navy on the Delaware and homes of Patriot leaders.
Presentation by Dr. Michael Skelly, independent historian, author and past Board member of the Crossroads of the American Revolution.
Registration required using the link on the event site.

"Saving the Soul of Our Nation, State & Church"
2026-05-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Pennington United Methodist Church, 60 S Main Street, Pennington, NJ, United States
On Tuesday, May 12, at 1 pm, the Pennington United Methodist Church will feature United Methodist Church Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, UMC Bishop Ernest Lyght and CEO & Founder of Hope for the City, Rupert Hall, JD, discussing the theme of striving to end the sin of racism in church and state. These are historical and contemporary perspectives examined by leaders in the United Methodist Church. The event is being presented by the NJ UMC Commission on Archives & History. Everyone is welcome! Pennington United Methodist Church, 60 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ

"Saving the Soul of Our Nation, State, and Church"
2026-05-12 13:00 - 17:30 | Pennington UMC, 60 S Main St., Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
We warmly invite you to a special Worship & Faith Forum on Tuesday, May 12, hosted at Pennington United Methodist Church as part of the Northeastern Jurisdictional Commission on Archives and History Annual Meeting.
We are excited to welcome Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, who will preach at the Opening Worship at 1:00 p.m., along with Bishop Ernest S. Lyght, Rev. Rupert A. Hall Jr., JD, and Kevin Dusenberry. Together, they will lead us in reflecting on the theme: “Saving the Soul of Our Nation, State, and Church: Contemporary and Methodist Perspectives.”
Date: Monday, May 12
Time: 1:00 p.m. – Opening Worship
Presentations follow through 5:30 p.m. Location: Pennington United Methodist Church
No registration is required—all are welcome. A suggested donation of $25 (optional) will help support the event.

The Timeline of Lawrence History: 300 Years in 60 Images
2026-05-12 19:00 - 20:00 | NJ
What can sixty images reveal about three centuries of community life? In 2014, the Lawrence Historical Society installed a timeline mural in the Lawrence Township Municipal Building, tracing 300 years of local history. The mural presents 60 carefully chosen images marking important moments in the township’s story, from the late seventeenth century through the end of the twentieth. On May 12th, join Dennis Waters, former Lawrence Township historian and current member of the Mercer County Library Commission, for a virtual guided “walk” along the timeline. Moving image by image, he will explore the people, places, and events behind the photographs and illustrations, offering historical context and little-known details to bring Lawrence Township’s past vividly to life. The Lawrence timeline mural installation was made possible by a grant from the Lawrence Township Community Foundation. You can visit the timeline mural whenever the Municipal Building is open. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.
The Timeline of Lawrence History: 300 Years in 60 Images Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 pm

HPL Speaker Series: Enchantment in the Night Garden, presented by Ann Sherwood
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Appreciation of the changes that turn day into night in less than 2 hours can add to the enchantment of this liminal time. You will be invited to imagine how you can use changes in light, fragrance, and sound to enhance your experience of your garden or simply a walk outdoors. In the process, you will learn the importance of darkness to night pollinators and the rest of the living world and how you can support these often-overlooked creatures of the night.
Ann Sherwood has a lifelong passion for the wonders of nature. As a cell biologist, she has studied how animal cells communicate. Since retiring, she has turned her attention to plants and the world they inhabit. She is a Rutgers Master Gardener and is active in the Monmouth County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of NJ and Dark Sky NJ.
This program is being brought to you by the Hopewell Public Library and DarkSky Hopewell.
Registration is required.
Please register using this link.

Life After Incarceration: The challenges of moving forward with a criminal record
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Pennington Presbyterian Church, 13 S. Main St., Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
WorkWell Partnership is the Trenton-based organization dedicated to helping those facing the harsh realities of re-entry following incarceration. The organization is presenting this community-wide educational event, 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, at Pennington Presbyterian, 13 South Main St.

Moderated by WorkWell’s Board Chairperson Leroy Brown, a panel of recent WorkWell graduates will share their challenging realities of re-entry, the achievement of reintegration, and the essential role WorkWell’s support program plays in the process.

The lively discussion will conclude with a Q&A period followed by time for refreshments and informal conversation..

Background:

WorkWell Partnership provides some excellent background on its home-page.
Though not required, event-registration is encouraged via https://lifeafterincarceration2026.eventbrite.com/.
See the event’s flyer at Life After Incarceration event PDF.
Pennington Presbyterian is accessible via office entrance, and rear entrance.

Pennington Day
2026-05-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Pennington Borough, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Since 1980, this lively street fair featuring local businesses, artisans, activities, music, food and non-profits, has become one of the most anticipated events in Pennington Borough and Hopewell Valley.
WHEN:
Saturday May 16th, 2026
10 am – 4 pm, Rain or Shine
WHERE:
Downtown Pennington Borough, along South Main Street and East Curlis Avenue
WHAT TO EXPECT FOR 2026:
Booth and Food Vendors!
Needle Creek Beer Garden!
Music & Entertainment on 2 Stages!
Kids Zone & Petting Zoo!
Astonishing Art Show!
World-Famous Dog Show!
Breathtaking Quilt Show!
Shop Local Shuttle Bus!
…AND SO MUCH MORE!!!

Mowgli's Jungle Jamboree
2026-05-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Mill Ballet, 46 N Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA, 18938, United States
Roxey Ballet invites the whole family to the Mowgli’s Jungle Jamboree on Sunday May 17th, 2026. Get ready to swing into the jungle for a wildly fun family event! Mowgli’s Jungle Jamboree invites kids and families to step into the world of Mowgli’s Jungle Adventure before the curtain even rises.​
Meet your favorite jungle characters up close, enjoy jungle-themed sweets like Mud Pudding, Banana Bites, and other tasty treats, and catch exciting sneak-peek snippets from the show. Along the way, you’ll learn the story of Mowgli and the jungle friends who help guide him on his adventure of courage, friendship, and finding where you belong.
This interactive, playful experience is full of imagination, movement, and jungle joy. Come dressed to roar, slither, or swing, and get ready for a jungle jamboree your family won’t forget! The party is approximately 1:15.

Sked Street Bonsai and Sculpture Garden
2026-05-17 09:30 - 11:00 | NJ
Join us for a lecture on bonsai basics, a guided garden tour, and a Q&A session at the Sked Street Bonsai Garden. The exact location will be given prior to the event.
Discover the basics of Bonsai with Carl Stern at the Sked Street Bonsai and Sculpture Garden, the location of the Central Jersey Bonsai Club. Learn about the history, design, care, and maintenance of bonsai trees. The Sked Street Bonsai Garden includes more than 100 trees and 40 species. Some of these trees have been “in training” for over 30 years. This is Mr. Stern’s 42nd year of “doing Bonsai.”
With the addition of more than ten sculptures from the USA, France, Netherlands, Austria, Korea, China and Israel, the Sked Street Bonsai Garden has become the Sked Street Bonsai and Sculpture Garden! Prestigious pots (containers) from Japan, USA and Europe are also featured throughout the Garden.
Registration required.

Volunteer Day at the Hopewell Quarry
2026-05-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Hopewell Quarry, 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Please join us May 17th from 10am to 1pm at the Hopewell Quarry (180 Crusher Road, Hopewell NJ 08525) for a morning of weeding, trimming, and raking to prepare the Quarry for opening weekend!
Please bring yard work equipment if possible! Wear clothes that you can get dirty in, closed-toed shoes, and whatever water and snacks you require.
See you there!

Kids to Park Day
2026-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Hopewell Township Recreation will be joining other towns across the country to celebrate the national day of play. Join for a fun free afternooon in Woolsey Park on Sunday, May 17 from 1pm to 3pm — games, crafts, and more.

Latin Social Dance Class & Social at the Hopewell Quarry!
2026-05-17 15:00 - 19:00 | Hopewell Quarry, 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Partnered with KO Latin Arts
Ever wanted to learn how to dance salsa or bachata?
Join the Hopewell Quarry and KO Latin Arts for a Latin Social Dance Fundraiser on May 17th from 3:00pm-7:00pm at the Hopewell Quarry. Ticket includes a 1 hour beginner friendly class for salsa and bachata. DJ and Dance Instructor Kevin Ocasio will have you ready to shimmy and shine while dancing to salsa, bachata, and merengue at the scenic Hopewell Quarry. Bring all the fixin’s for a picnic grill dinner at the Hopewell Quarry and use our camping style grills around the lush lawn space. This event is the perfect way to ease into that summertime mindset! Bring the whole family along for a night of dancing and laughter.
No prior experience necessary!
Individual Ticket: $15
Family Rate (4 people): $50
Large Family Rate (5-8 people): $100
Free Parking Address: 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ 08560
Please note this is a non-swimming event. Pets not permitted

The People's Covenant: Faith, Community, and Our Expectations for Congress
2026-05-17 17:00 - 19:30 | NJ
Across our district, faith communities have been listening. We’ve heard stories from people being squeezed, and a deep hope for a better future.
Join us for a nonpartisan, community-led gathering where we’ll share our stories, ask questions, and hear directly from congressional candidates for District 12. Candidates will be invited to respond to a shared People’s Covenant rooted in dignity, care, and justice.
This is an interactive evening of community voice, music, and visioning—where our communities lead.
After you register, please check your email for a brief questionnaire to help shape the conversation.
Be part of shaping what comes next.
Don’t forget to bring your children so they can be are part of democracy, too. This is a kid friendly event.
Light Dinner will be provided around 7pm.

Westminster Community Orchestra presents Westminster Conservatory Concerto Competition Winners
2026-05-17 19:00 - 20:30 | 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 | NJ
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 | NJ
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 | NJ
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 | NJ
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.”

Witness Stones Ceremony
2026-06-04 09:30 - 10:30 | Hopewell Valley Central High School Performing Arts Center, 259 Pennington-Titusville Road, NJ, United States
The Witness Stones Project seeks to restore the history and honor the humanity of the enslaved
individuals who helped build our local communities. This year, our Timberlane faculty have taken the
lead in bringing this mission to life. Through extensive independent research, curriculum development,
and dedicated mentorship, our teachers have empowered their students to uncover the specific history of
slavery within our own neighborhoods.
At our ceremony, students, faculty, historians, and public officials join the larger community to honor the
forgotten through music, oration, and reflection. The depth of this program is a testament to the rigorous
academic work and empathy fostered by our educators. It is our collective hope that the students’ original
research and these public memorials will inspire our community to acknowledge its true history,
dismantle current inequities, and build a more just future. This project is organized in proud partnership
with the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum and its founders, Elaine Buck and Beverly
Mills.

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.
