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HPL Speaker Series: Enchantment in the Night Garden, presented by Ann Sherwood
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

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.

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 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

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

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 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.

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

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.

4th of July Carshow, Community Concert, and Fireworks
2026-06-27 17:30 - 23:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Enjoy Hopewell Valley’s Independence Day Celebration. The event will kick off at 5:30pm with a classic car show. A community concert will follow at 7:30pm and fireworks will begin around 9:15pm to conclude the event. Food vendors will be on site. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy this family-friendly community event. Rain date will be Sunday, June 28.

Titusville 4th of July Parade
2026-07-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Titusville, Titusville, NJ, United States
The Titusville 4th of July Committee will once again host the annual 4th of July Parade. You can find updates here: https://www.ttv4th.org/

Movie in the Park: An American Tail
2026-07-08 20:00 - 22:30 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
This 1986 movie follows the journey of Fievel Mousekewitz, a young mouse who becomes separated from his family while immigrating to America in search of freedom and opportunity. Set in late-1800s New York, this heartwarming animated film celebrates hope, perseverance, and the belief that dreams are possible in a new land.

Concerts in the Park at Woolsey Park
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
The Hopewell Township Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Concerts in the Park series this summer at Woolsey Park. These free outdoor concerts invite residents to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy live music with family and friends.
Parking opens at 6 p.m. and concerts begin at 6:30 p.m.
2026 concert dates:

Wednesday, July 22 – The Full Grown Men (classic rock and British Invasion favorites)

Wednesday, Aug. 19 – Pennington Station Band (acoustic rock and harmony-driven classics)

Wednesday, Aug. 26 – Princeton School of Rock House Band (student musicians from the Princeton School of Rock)

The concerts are free and open to the public.

National Night Out with Hopewell Township
2026-08-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Stony Brook Elementary School, 20 Stephenson Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join Hopewell Township police officers and other community groups for this annual event. Enjoy the musica, activities for children, and food while also learning about groups in your community.

Movie in the Park: National Treasure
2026-08-12 08:00 - 23:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Grab your blanket, chairs, and popcorm. Come out and enjoy movies with friends and neighbors for a free viewing of National Treasure (PG) at Woolsey Park on Wednesday, August 12. Parking opens at 8pm and show begins at 8:30pm. National Treasure follows historian Ben Gates (Nicholas Cage) on an exciting hunt for a legendary treasure hidden by America’s Founding Fathers. Packed with history, puzzles, and adventure, it’s a fun, family-friendly journey through iconic American landmarks.

Los Tigres Del Norte
2026-08-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton, NJ, United States
With more than five decades of an extraordinary career, multiple international awards, and a legacy that has shaped generations, Los Tigres del Norte return with a tour that celebrates their global impact and deep connection with audiences both inside and outside the United States.

9/11 Memorial Ceremony
2026-09-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Join the Hopewell Valley September 11 and EMS Memorial Committee for a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Saturday, September 12 at Woolsey Park at 11am. Remember those lost on 9/11 and the members of our Hopewell Valley Emergency Services companies who passed away this year. Handicapped parking is available. Please bring your own chairs.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
2026-10-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton, NJ, United States
Get set to experience soul-stirring melodies and magical vibes with the legendary Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, a night that will stay with you forever.
