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Speaker Series: Wellington Titus and New Jersey's Baseball Innovators!
2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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
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.
Registration Required

Free-a-Tree Follow-Up
2026-06-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Spring Lake @ Roebling Park, Spring Lake , Hamilton, NJ, 08610, United States
This Earth Day, volunteers worked to remove invasive plants from native trees in Roebling Park. Join us for a follow-up visit to check on the trees freed and help with any additional clearing.
If you did not attend the first event, you are still welcome to sign up!
This is a Mercer County Park Commission Program. Register using the link on the event site.

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
The Hopewell Valley Veterans Association will host An Evening Under the Stars on Saturday, June 27, at Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Hopewell Township.
The free community event will feature a classic and custom car exhibit beginning at 4 p.m., live music by Castle Lane at 6 p.m., and a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Food will be available for purchase.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of family-friendly entertainment. Car exhibitors must arrive by 3 p.m. for setup. Commercial vehicles are not permitted in the exhibit.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held Sunday, June 28.
Admission is free. Donations are welcomed and help fund the fireworks display. No tax dollars are used to support the event.
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Hidden History of the Revolution
2026-06-28 14:00 - 2026-06-29 16:00
Did you know the Revolutionary War’s most vital secrets were unfolding right in your own backyard?
🔍✨After a wildly successful opening night, the East Amwell Historical Society Museum and Gallery invites you to step back in time this weekend for our gripping new exhibit: “Hidden History of the Revolution”.
General George Washington and his network of daring spies traversed the very roads we drive today. From secret espionage codes to the women who helped win the war, our local region—including Hunterdon, Somerset, Mercer, and Sussex Counties—was at the very heart of the fight for independence.🇺🇸
What You’ll Discover:
⚔️ Revolutionary-era weaponry and artifacts
🤫 Washington’s covert spy networks and secret codes
🗺️ Safe passageways and sheltered travel locations throughout Amwell (1776)
📜 The women of the Revolution and the signers of the Declaration
🕰️ When: This Weekend, June 28th & 29th | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: East Amwell Historical Society Museum and Gallery, 1053 Old York Road, Ringoes, NJ (At the entrance to Marion F. Clawson Memorial Park)
🎟️ Admission: Free! (Donations always appreciated)
Bring your friends, bring your family, and uncover the local legends that shaped a nation. It’s the perfect, bite-sized weekend excursion—drop in for an hour of awe and local pride!
As always, enjoy an assortment of chocolates and bubbly during your visit.

Middle School Drop-in Sports
2026-07-01 16:30 - 18:00 | Hopewell Elementary School, 35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, 08525
For students going into 5th grade through rising 8th graders. Meets at Hopewell Elementary School Basketball Court.
Join our high school staff members for an hour and a half of endless fun. With our wide variety of equipment, we can play whatever you want. Come with friends and be ready to make new ones.
Bring water. Snacks served. Registration required.
A permission slip will be sent upon registration.

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/

Morven Museum & Garden's Annual Free Fourth of July Festival
2026-07-04 12:00 - 15:00 | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
It’s the 250th anniversary of the Fourth of July! Come celebrate community and reflect on America’s past at Morven Museum & Garden (home of Richard Stockton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence), and the Princeton Battlefield State Park (site of a pivotal victory in the Revolutionary War).
Activities at both sites are free and open to the public, and the museum at Morven will be open free of charge. Highlights at Morven include: a dramatic reading of Frederick Douglass’ 1852 speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” with award-winning poet David Mills; contemporary music from the Vintage Vibe Tribe and period music with John Burkhalter of the Practitioners of Musick; tours of Morven’s historic gardens; Civic Education Station artmaking and crafts; activities with community partners: Princeton Public Library, Princeton YWCA, Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum, Not In Our Town Princeton, and People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos; Open archives with the Historical Society of Princeton; facepainting with Maya B. The Facepaint Fairy; a chance to sign the Declaration of Independence; food trucks, lawn games, and door prizes!
The 2026 Fourth of July Festival is made possible through the generous support of our Lead Sponsor Fulton Bank.

Kids Paint Like the Masters
2026-07-06 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Do you love art? Each week, we will learn about a different master artist and then create a project inspired by their work. For children ages 5 and up. Adult supervision is required. Registration is required.
Mondays, July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2:00 pm

Arm In Arm Mobile Food Pantry
2026-07-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-13 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, July 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.
“Collaborations with organizations like Arm in Arm allow us to provide essential assistance to residents who need it most,” said Mercer County Executive Dan Benson. “Our Libraries allow us to meet Mercer County residents where they are and provide them with the services necessary to thrive in our communities”
In conjunction with Arm In Arm, other social service agencies will be on site. On July 6, the Mercer County Board of Social Services will have an informational table. On July 13, the New Jersey Hospital Association, SNAP Navigator, Presbyterian Church Voting and the Lawrence Township Health Department will have informational tables. On July 20, the Mercer County Board of Social Services will have an informational table. On July 27, the Lawrence Township Health Department will have an informational table. 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.

Unearth your Creativity with Art Sparks
2026-07-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Art Sparks, 33 Railroad Place, Hopewell, 08525, United States
Unearth your creativity! Art Sparks is back with a fun project to celebrate our “Unearth a Story” summer reading theme.
Registration required as space is limited.

Lee’s Circus Extravaganza
2026-07-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Enjoy a fun interactive Juggling Extravaganza performed by Lee. He will juggle balls, pins, spin plates, and even jump rope on a unicycle! For children ages 11 and under, with their caregiver or family. Adult supervision is required. Registration is required.

SUMMER READING SOIRÉE: A FOUNDING MOTHER
2026-07-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
In time for the 250th Anniversary of the birth of the United States comes a sweeping, intimate portrayal of Abigail Adams—wife of one president and mother to another—whose wit, willpower, and wisdom helped shape the fledgling republic. The New York Times bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie will discuss and sign copies of A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams.
A popular library tradition since 2016, the annual Summer Reading Soirée features sparkling beverages, sorbet, sweet treats, as well as door prizes and giveaways. Attendees have the opportunity to mingle with library staff and fellow book lovers, share favorite recent reads and discover new titles to add to their summer reading lists. The soirée also offers a chance to stroll through the beautiful grounds of Morven Museum & Garden. Seating is limited; register early.
Previous books co-written by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie include bestselling novels America’s First Daughter and My Dear Hamilton.

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.

Getting Your Kicks on Route 66: Tales from the Mother Road
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:00
Explore the history of Route 66 and the experiences of everyday people who lived, worked, and traveled along the Mother Road during its heyday. It is informed by a collection of 100 oral histories recently compiled by the Illinois State Museum. Presented by Erika Holst, Curator of History at the Illinois State Museum. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.
Thursday, July 9, 6:00 pm

Poetry Circle: America 250 Poetry Reading and Discussion
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join us for a special Poetry Reading and discussion on Thursday, July 9, 6:30 – 8:00 pm as we explore the many voices that shape our nation. We’ll share poems such as Walt Whitman’s “I Hear America Singing,” Langston Hughes’s “I, Too,” Maya Angelou’s “America,” Philip Freneau’s “The American Soldier,” Stephen Dunn’s “The Sacred,” and Gregory Djanikian’s “Immigrant Picnic.” We will also honor our Poetry Circle presenters, who have led discussions for over a decade, at this special occasion. Librarian Sharon will lead this session. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
Registration is requested.

Unearthing History, One Page at a Time: Revolutionary War Pension Files
2026-07-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Through a collaboration between the National Archives and the National Park Service, this archive contains valuable details about Revolutionary War veterans and their families. On Saturday, July 11, 10:00 – 11:30 am, you may find copies of marriage or other family records, information pertaining to military activities or details about soldiers’ lives, along with letters, diaries, or family trees. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop; a limited number are available on site. Registration is requested.

Unearthing America’s Past 250th with a Colonial Craft
2026-07-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Hopewell Train Station, Railroad Place, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Step back in time in this hands-on workshop. Participants will design and create their own lavender sachets. Perfect to tuck in drawers or give as a gift. Registration Required.

Clay & Culture: A Journey through Asian Ceramics
2026-07-15 18:30 - 19:30
This insightful tour of the Asian Art Museum’s collection traces the development of ceramic art from its ancient origins, revealing the wide-ranging influence of Chinese ceramics on ceramic traditions across Asia and worldwide. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.
Wednesday, July 15, 6:30 pm

Speaker series: African Americans During the Revolutionary Era
2026-07-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 W Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
This lecture explores the participation of people of African descent in the Revolutionary movement and considers the sometimes-overlooked issues of how the American Revolution affected them. Individual contributions will also be examined with special attention to African Americans in New Jersey.
Lindsey R. Swindall holds a Ph.D. in African American Studies and has published three books and numerous articles in that field. Two of her books, Paul Robeson: A Life of Activism and Art and The Politics of Paul Robeson’s Othello, focus on New Jersey artist and activist Paul Robeson. She is a Teaching Associate Professor of Writing and Humanities in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey. From 2017-2019, she was a fellow with the New Jersey Council for the Humanities’ public scholar program, where she facilitated programs on race and U.S. history at venues across New Jersey with actor Grant Cooper.
Co-sponsored by the Hopewell Museum, the Hopewell Valley Historical Society, and the Hopewell Public Library.
Registration required.
