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Curator Corner: Congress Voting Independence
2026-08-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
During your lunch break, go behind-the-scenes of the museum with this free virtual talk by Morven Museum & Garden’s Curator & Registrar Jesse Gordon Simons, discussing the painting Congress Voting Independence.
Currently on display in Morven’s exhibition Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey, this painting by Robert Edge Pine is the first known American depiction of the vote for Independence, predating the more famous version by John Trumbull on display in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda by more than thirty years. Congress Voting Independence is considered the most accurate known portrayal of the Assembly Room of Independence Hall, where the vote for independence was taken and where the Declaration was signed. Gordon Simons will discuss the painting’s history, competing narratives, and stories it represents.
Free! Link provided with registration.
Congress Voting Independence, 1796–1817. Probably Edward Savage (1761–1817) after Robert Edge Pine (1730–1788). Oil on canvas. Purchase, Historical Society of Pennsylvania / Atwater Kent Collection, Drexel University.

Middle School Drop-in Sports
2026-08-19 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.

Concerts in the Park at Woolsey Park
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.

Gene Kelly—Singing and Dancing in the Rain
2026-08-24 19:00 - 20:00
Gene Kelly is one of the most engaging and influential dancers in motion picture history. At a time when movie dance largely showcased elegant partners in motion, Kelly transformed both the nature of male dancing and the essential role of the camera in bringing dance to life on the big screen. Beginning in the 1940s, he created dozens of iconic numbers that helped define the American movie musical and continue to delight audiences of all ages. This presentation surveys Kelly’s remarkable achievements and explores his enduring impact on Hollywood dance. Presented by Brian Rose, Professor Emeritus at Fordham University. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

International Overdose Awareness Day
2026-08-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Veterans Park, Hamilton, NJ, Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ, 08690, United States
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is a global event held annually in August that seeks to raise awareness about overdose, reduce the stigma of addiction and drug-related deaths, and acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends when someone they love is fighting a battle with substance misuse.
At our International Overdose Awareness Day event, guests can expect a community gathering that features a formal program with local leaders, family members and folks in recovery sharing their experiences with changing the narrative of addiction. A memorial table will be present, where loved ones may bring photos or mementos to remember loved ones who have passed away. The evening ends with a Candlelight Vigil, offering a time for remembrance as event leaders share brief stories of hope in the midst of loss.

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.

Invasive Species Walk and Talk
2026-08-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton, NJ
Have you ever wondered about which plants and animals “don’t belong” in the Abbott Marshlands? Join us on a walk to point out those that have come and invaded the land.
We’ll discuss the New Jersey Invasive Species Management Act, learn what we can do to help document the spread of these plants, then practice in Roebling Park using iNaturalist.
This is a Mercer County Park Commission Program. Registration required us8ing the link in the event site.

Anirudh XV Tour: Live in New Jersey
2026-08-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton, NJ, United States
After a SOLD-OUT HUKUM tour in North America in 2024, Anirudh is back!
Celebrating 15 years of music, the XV Tour arrives with bigger production, a brand-new setlist, and the unmatched energy fans know and love.
From timeless anthems to the latest chart-smashing hits, this is every era of Anirudh in one unforgettable night.

Pro Bono Physical Therapy Clinic
2026-09-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-11-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-02-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-03-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-04-03 10:00 - 12:00 and 6 more dates | Fluid Physio, 160 Lawrenceville-Pennington Rd. Suite 16, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08560, United States
When: First Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Fluid Physio, 160 Lawrenceville-Pennington Road, Suite 16, Lawrenceville
Fluid Physio offers a recurring pro bono physical therapy clinic for individuals in need or facing financial challenges. Participants may ask questions about pain, have a movement concern evaluated or seek a second opinion about an ongoing issue. No prescription or insurance is required.
The clinic is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Courageous Conversations Book Discussions
2026-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | 1 North Main Street, 1 North Main Street, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Author’s Talk and Q&A

Flower Arrangement Workshop
2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Fairgrown Farm, 260 Wargo Rd, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Use farm cut seasonal flowers to learn bouquet arranging with Sprouts Flower and create your own arrangement to take home.

Full Moon Ride & Walk
2026-09-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Rosedale Park, 422 Federal City Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
The Lawrence Hopewell Trail invites cyclists and walkers to experience the magic of Mercer Meadows Park under September’s full moon during the Full Moon Bike Ride on September 26. The beloved six-mile loop returns as a signature community celebration, joined by the Full Moon Walk — a one-mile moonlight stroll along the scenic Stony Brook.
The nonprofit Lawrence Hopewell Trail and the Mercer County Park Commission present this evening of fun, family, friends, music, and moonlight that goes far beyond a typical bike ride.
Registration takes place at the Rosedale Lake section of Mercer Meadows Park in Pennington. Participants are invited to enjoy the pre and post-ride festivities of DJ entertainment, food vendors Thai Cha Chak and Nosh Empanadas, and a campfire with s’mores near Rosedale Lake. The Full Moon Bike Ride is open to adults and children aged 12 and above and the Walk is open to all ages. All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
T-Shirts: Event t-shirts are available for purchase online in advance and will not be available for sale at the event. Be sure to place your order before the event to secure yours! https://lhtrail.org/shop/
Safety: Helmets are required by law for riders under 18, although the Lawrence Hopewell Trail encourages all riders to wear helmets. Front and rear bike lights are required, as moonlight alone will not adequately illuminate wooded trail sections. Bikes with narrow road tires are not suitable for this route, as some sections feature stone dust surfaces.

LHT Full Moon Ride & Walk
2026-09-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Mercer Meadows Rosedale Lake, Federal City Road, Pennington, NJ, 08534
LHT Fans, Riders, Walkers –
We invite you to join us for the Full Moon Bike Ride and Walk!
The Full Moon Bike Ride is a once-a-year opportunity to ride through the park under the light of the moon. Along the way, enjoy music, lighting and festivities that make for a special evening with friends and family.

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.

Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays
2026-12-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton, NJ, United States
Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays is a joyous celebration of the most festive time of the year! With jingle bells and sleigh bells, holiday carols and cheer, Hough’s latest dance spectacular is a show stopping event for the whole family. Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance, from the well sung classics to modern pop hits with all of the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and dance mastery that audiences have come to expect. Creative team and EMMY® winners, Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, also known as NappyTabs (Jennifer Lopez’s ‘All I Have’, Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour, GRAMMYs®), co-create, direct and supervise choreography for the tour.
