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A Night for Gaza: Live Concert + Art Market
2026-06-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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 | NJ
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 | NJ
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.

Physical Therapy Community Care Day
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Fluid Physio, 160 Lawrenceville-Pennington Rd. Suite 16, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08560, United States
Everyone deserves the right to healthcare!
We welcome anyone looking to get some questions answered about a pain they have, get their body checked out or simply get a second opinion on something they have been battling for a long time.
All are welcome, no questions asked, other than those pertinent to your care. No prescription or insurance needed.
Our goal is to enhance community health and mobility, allowing everyone to move better together. This is a monthly event on the first Saturday of every month from 10am-noon. Check our website for details!

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.

"From Pain to Ease" Move with Purpose, Live with Joy -- June 6 and 7 Mini Retreat
2026-06-06 10:30 - 16:30 | NJ
“A nurturing, physio‑guided yoga retreat using research‑backed tools to soften pain, build confidence in your body, and create space for what lights you up.” Join Doctor of Physical Therapy and Fluid Physio founder Dr. Gianna Bigliani, a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, known for her holistic, science-based approach to helping people move freely and return to the activities they love. She partners with Andrea Sacchetti, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, E-RYT 500, and long-time Princeton-area teacher whose therapeutic, tradition-rooted yoga brings together decades of study, global pilgrimages, and the heart of her own healing journey. Over this two-day mini-retreat, you will experience a unique blend of Eastern and Western wisdom as two seasoned practitioners—one physio, one yoga therapist—come together to help you explore the possible sources and roots of your pain, something that rarely happens in one shared space. Mornings will weave accessible education with yoga practice to gently prepare your body and nervous system, while afternoons deepen into pain science, guided journaling, and reflection, ending the first day with a supportive challenge and the weekend with rhythm and movement to celebrate your personal action plan and your next steps toward living more fully. For more information on Fluid Physio: http://fluidphysio.com/ or Princeton Yoga Wellness: https://www.princetonyogawellness.com/events

Mayor's Awards for First Responders
2026-06-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Hopewell Township’s 3rd Annual Mayor’s Awards for First Responders will take place on June 6, 2026, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Woolsey Park. This special event recognizes the dedication, courage, and service of our local first responders who go above and beyond for our community every day. All are welcome—come out and show your appreciation for these outstanding individuals!

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.

Drumming for Mindfulness Class at the Hopewell Quarry
2026-06-07 18:15 - 19:15 | Hopewell Quarry, 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Sundays from 6:15- 7:15pm
Session 1: June 7, 14, 28 and July 5, 12, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and September 6

Pulse Synergy Drumming for Mindfulness
Drumming has long been a part of traditional healing rituals worldwide and is increasingly being utilized as a therapeutic strategy.The Pulse Synergy Drumming for Mindfulness class, one hour in length and appropriate for all adults, utilizes exercises and games from the Rhythm2Recovery model, the Remo HealthRhythms model, as well as challenging West African and Afro-Cuban rhythms to enhance cognitive function and give social and emotional support in a Community drum circle setting. However, this is NOT your typical drum circle.
Each class focuses on a different sub-theme related to Mindfulness, such as Values, Relationships, Stress Management, Resilience, Boundaries, Empowerment, etc. Music is a language of emotion, and group drumming allows people to connect and explore themes together within the safety of the group
Group Drumming has been shown to –
* Reduce tension, increase relaxation
* Ease depression and fatigue
* Boost focus and support immune function
All Drums, Percussion and Tonal Chimes are provided, and NO EXPERIENCE necessary!
About GG!
GG Glazer is a passionate musician, educator, and composer with over 15 years experience as an accompanist for dance programs across New Jersey. A Remo HealthRhythms® and Rhythm2Recovery trained facilitator, she currently brings drumming to Dance for Parkinson’s classes, and has ongoing Drumming for PD classes as well as Drumming for Mindfulness classes. With Pulse Synergy, GG aims to help more people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers discover the power of rhythm and music.

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.

Flag Retirement Ceremony
2026-06-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Hamilton Veterans Park, 2900 Klockner Road, Hamilton, NJ, United States
Mercer County will hold its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Veterans Park in Hamilton.
Residents are invited to attend and honor worn and unserviceable American flags through a respectful retirement ceremony. Flags may be dropped off in advance at designated collection locations throughout Mercer County.
When: Tuesday, June 9, 6 p.m.Rain date: Thursday, June 11Where: Veterans Park, Klockner Road entrance, Hamilton
Flag drop-off locations:

McDade Administration Building, Office of Veteran Affairs, 640 S. Broad St., Trenton
Mercer County Connection, Route 33 at Paxson Ave., Hamilton
Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Darrah Lane, Lawrence
Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave., Ewing

For more information, see the flyer below.

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.

June 11: An Evening of Live Music and Fun featuring the Lawrence Community Band
2026-06-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Lawrence Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, 2381 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence Township, NJ, United States
Join us for a fun evening of live music and food at Lawrence Healthcare Campus on Thursday, June 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. The Lawrence Community Band will be performing an outdoor concert open to the local community, featuring special guests Eddie and Mary Serrano. The event will take place at Lawrence’s Outpatient Rehab parking lot, located at 2381 Lawrenceville Road.
All proceeds from the event will go to the American Heart Association’s CycleNation Challenge. To RSVP for the event, contact Debbie at 609-489-2311.

Jo Dee Messina
2026-06-12 08:00 - 20:00 | Carteret Performing Arts and Event Center, 46 WASHINGTON AVENUE, Carteret, NJ, 07008, United States
Jo Dee Messina, a chart-topping country music artist, is known for her powerful vocals and extensive catalog of hits. The household name, Jo Dee has achieved nine No. 1 and sixteen Top 40 songs and has been honored by the ACM, CMA, AMA, Billboard, and GRAMMY Awards. Jo Dee’s successes made her the first female in country music history to celebrate three consecutive multi-week, chart-topping songs.
Leader of the charge in country music’s “90s resurgence,” Jo Dee’s digital streams and YouTube views are beyond the billions barrier and consistently climbing. Additionally, her social media accounts, which include numerous viral posts, are collectively followed by millions of fans. In addition to her studio accomplishments, Jo Dee’s passionate and high-energy performances have captivated audiences at every tour stop.
Jo Dee continuously sells out venues of all types, with a live show that entertains fans of all ages and gives them opportunities to create memories, as generations come together and sing the songs that continue to make up much of their lives’ soundtracks. Jo Dee is one of the most passionate, high-energy performers in the business.
Sharing her hit tunes; unreleased, emotionally driven songs; worship music; and personal testimony, she travels the country and receives rave reviews for her authenticity, commitment, and openness on stage.

Art & Song: A Concert at Trenton City Museum
2026-06-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, 1 Theater Lane, Trenton, NJ, 08618, United States
Trenton City Museum presents the concert Art & Song: A Musical Gallery Friday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. Versatile vocalists Tom Chiola and Pam Jorgensen, accompanied by the George Sinkler Trio, will delight audience members with selections from Broadway, Blues, Jazz, and more. Transformed into a stylish jazz café, the museum will also provide delicious food and beverages amid the art of the just-opened Ellarslie Open 43 exhibition. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for the 6:30 event.
Admission to the concert is $45 general public; $40 for museum members. Admission includes food and beverages. Seating is limited. Advance reservations strongly recommended. Reserve at ellarslie.org/events or 609-989-1191.
ABOUT TRENTON CITY MUSEUM AT ELLARSLIE
Trenton City Museum is housed in Ellarslie Mansion, an 1848 Italianate Villa on the National Historic Register. Located in historic Cadwalader Park, it is accessible by car from Parkside Ave. and has ample, accessible parking alongside the museum. The museum showcases exhibitions of contemporary fine art, ongoing and changing history displays that explore Trenton’s rich industrial and cultural past and hosts numerous community events and family workshops year-round. It is open Thursdays through Saturdays, 12 to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. There is no admission fee to view the museum’s art and history exhibitions, but donations are welcomed. The surrounding Cadwalader Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, famed for New York City’s Central Park. Learn more at ellarslie.org, 609-989-1191, or tms@ellarslie.org.

Hopewell Book and Bake Sale at Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale
2026-06-13 09:00 - 15:00 | 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 to help with Library programming for our community.

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

Washington Crossing West Windsor
2026-06-13 12:00 - 16:00 | West Windsor Community Park, Pavilion, West Windsor Community Park, Bernt Midland Blvd, West Windsor Township, NJ 08550, West Windsor, NJ, 08540, United States
A reenactment of Washington crossing West Windsor during the night of January 2–3, 1777, on his march to the Battle of Princeton, showcasing the local township’s vital contributions to American independence during the Ten Crucial Days.
The reenactment features seventh-generation descendants of the historic Flock family as narrators. The family’s later homestead hosted the capture of British cavalrymen, an event that provided the crucial intelligence General Washington needed to pivot toward the Battle of Princeton. Furthermore, family members served as direct eyewitnesses to the historic West Windsor march. Today, these descendants speak for their fourth-generation granduncle, aunt, and cousin.

Annual Strawberry Social
2026-06-14 01:00 - 16:00 | NJ
The Schoolhouse has hosted its annual fundraiser for almost 100 years, inviting the entire community to gather for strawberry shortcake, ice cream, live music and fun for all ages. Admission is $10.00 for adults and children; children 5 and younger are free. 100% of the proceeds from the festival benefit the upkeep of the historic property, keeping it a living historic landmark in our neighborhood.

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

Hopewell's Early Connection to Baseball
2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 | NJ
Wellington Titus, who lived in Marshall’s Corner in the late 19th century didn’t invent the portable batting cage, but he improved it. Come learn about him and other New Jersey baseball innovators with baseball historian Phil Coffin on June 17, 7pm. Free but registration required

“Unearth a Story” Summer Reading Program
2026-06-18 | Hopewell Public Library, 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Get ready for a summer of discovery at the Hopewell Public Library! This year we’re digging into tales of discovery, history, and exploration with the slogan: “Unearth a Story.” Join us for a season full of reading with engaging programs, fun challenges, and great prizes. There’s something for everyone—kids, teens, and adults alike! Registration begins Thursday, June 18th, in person and on line. Mark your calendar and get ready.

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 | NJ
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

Outdoor Latin Social Dancing
2026-06-20 18:00 - 22:00 | Hopewell Quarry, 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Join the Hopewell Quarry and VIVA Ballroom, Dance and Fitness for Outdoor Latin Social Dancing June 20th from 6:00pm-10:00pm at the Hopewell Quarry. Ticket includes a beginner friendly class for salsa and bachata. 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!
No prior experience necessary!
Individual Ticket: $15
Family Rate (4 people): $50
Children under 12 free! BYOB
Free Parking Address: 180 Crusher Road, Hopewell, NJ 08560
Pets not permitted

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.
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