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The Gambler, the Writer, and Zelda: The History Behind The Girl in the Green Dress
2026-04-20 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Join author Mariah Fredericks on Monday, April 20, 6:30 pm as she discusses her new mystery, inspired by the unsolved 1920 murder of Joseph Elwell. Through images and historical insight, Fredericks explores how she wove together the real-life stories of Elwell, Morris Markey, and Zelda Fitzgerald in her novel The Girl in the Green Dress — praised by The New York Times as “dazzling … a lively return to Jazz Age Manhattan.” Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

TrashedArt Contest Reception
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Mercer County Library – Lawrence Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United States
The Mercer County Library System is hosting the 17th Annual TrashedArt Contest Reception on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:30 pm. The contest celebrates Earth Day by encouraging patrons to turn ordinary trash into extraordinary art. Entries will be judged by MCLS staff and local professional artists. Library patrons will also have a chance to vote for People’s Choice award winners prior to the reception. Grand prize winners will be awarded for first, second and third places. The reception is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Advanced registration is appreciated for all events. Please register online on LibCal at https://mcl.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.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. For more information about the Friends of the Lawrence Library, please stop by the Lawrence Reference Desk. The Friends of the Lawrence Library help support programs such as book sales, book clubs, contests, crafts, events (such as this one), guest speakers, parties and workshops for adults, as well as character greetings, crafts, entertainers, events, parties and more for youth at the Library. Join the Friends of the Lawrence Library today!

Spring Rummage Sale at St. Matthew's Pennington
2026-04-24 13:00 - 2026-04-25 12:00 | St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 300 S. Main St, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Join us for a community Rummage Sale at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church featuring a wide variety of treasures! April 24 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and April 25 from 9 a.m. to Noon at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 300 S. Main St., Pennington. Clothing (women’s, men’s children’s, and baby’s), shoes, jewelry, housewares, collectibles & linens, children’s games and toys, electronics, tools, yard & sports equipment and more! There’s something for everyone. Come browse and shop for great finds and bargains! Free street parking & no entry fee. More information about the spring rummage sale, including donation guidelines and event details, is available at stmatthewspennington.org/rummage-sales.
Cash/check/credit card accepted.

How to Create a Pollinator Garden for Beginners
2026-04-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join the Hopewell Valley Community Wildlife Habitat Program on Saturday, April 25, 10:30 am at Hopewell Branch for a fun and informative session on starting your own pollinator garden. Learn all about the importance of pollinators and how you can attract them to your garden. Expert speakers will guide you through the process step by step. You will learn how to start a garden of any size (even if you are new to gardening), why now is the time to start your garden and how to create a low maintenance garden that you’ll love. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment while beautifying your outdoor space. Registration is requested.

Introduction to the Art of Arabic Calligraphy
2026-04-28 18:30 - 19:30
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month on Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 pm with calligrapher Elinor A. Holland. Explore the history, meaning, and traditional practices of Arabic script calligraphy, including the Arabic alphabet, global lettering styles, and classic tools. The program concludes with a live calligraphy demonstration showcasing this ancient and beautiful art form. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

A Poetry Happening: Mercer Poets Read
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00
Join the Mercer County Library System for a celebration of National Poetry Month. Mercer County Library System continues this popular program on Wednesday, April 29, 7:00 pm for its fourth year, featuring local poets reading their own work or a favorite published poem. All are invited to attend an enjoyable evening of poetry! Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

Vineyard Pig Roast
2026-05-01 18:30 - 21:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Friday, May 1st, 6:30pm
Join us for our kickoff to the warm season! Enjoy a delectable roast pig with accompaniments and sides from Brick Farm Tavern in Hopewell; listen to live bluegrass by Free Soil; an open wine bar with select Unionville wines; barrel tastes of our 2025 Pinot Noirs.
$85 per person, plus tax. $75 for STAMPED and Unionville Fine Vine Social Club members – discount code to be sent via email. Event will be held rain or shine, under the tent on the patio.
Tickets cannot be refunded within two weeks out from the event. Tickets and information can be found at: https://unionvillevineyards.com/collections/event-tickets/products/2026-vineyard-pig-roast

30th Anniversary Latin Creations
2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Mill Ballet, 46 N Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA, 18938, United States
Roxey Ballet presents Latin Creations, an extraordinary evening of dance celebrating Latino-Hispanic and Afro-Caribbean culture through the voices of BIPOC choreographers. As part of Roxey Ballet’s 30th Anniversary Season, this dynamic program features three compelling works, including the world premiere of Jibaro, choreographed by Artistic Director Mark Roxey.
The evening also includes Frida Kahlo, inspired by the life of the iconic Mexican artist, and Mary Luz, based on the writings of Argentine poet Alfonsina Storni. With choreography by Mark Roxey and Giovanni Ravelo, the performance offers a powerful blend of storytelling, culture, and movement that highlights identity, heritage, and lived experience.
Latin Creations takes place on Friday, May 1st at 7:00 PM at 46 N Sugan Rd, New Hope, PA. Tickets are $25 ($15 for children 18 and under), with an optional $5 donation in celebration of Roxey Ballet’s 30th Anniversary Season.

American Repertory Ballet presents AMERICANA
2026-05-01 19:00 - 2026-05-03 16:00 | New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
Cue the fireworks! American Repertory Ballet’s 2025/26 season finale at NBPAC will shine bright with AMERICANA — a vibrant mixed-repertoire performance that celebrates the spirit of our country in honor of its 250th anniversary. This dynamic program features two iconic works by George Balanchine – Tschaikovsky Pas de Deux and an excerpt from Stars and Stripes, with music by John Philip Sousa. Plus two World Premieres by ARB Company Dancer Michelle Quiner and ARB’s acclaimed Artist in Residence Ethan Stiefel which will have audiences jumping to their feet with patriotic pride.

Lawrence Hopewell Trail Complete the Loop 5k
2026-05-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Rosedale Park, 422 Federal City Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
Join the Lawrence Hopewell Trail for the first annual Complete the Loop 5k & Fun Run – a community event welcoming runners, walkers, and families while supporting the LHT’s mission to complete the 20-mile loop.

Hopewell Township Cultural Festival
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Hopewell Township and Culture Connections invites you to our Third Annual Cultural Festival! There will be food, vendors, performances, fun and more! Bring your chairs or blankets to sit on.
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 11am – 1pm
Location: Woolsey Park, 221 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, NJ 08560
Want to get involved? https://www.hopewelltwp.org/DocumentCenter/View/17257/Ways-to-Get-Involved—Cultural-Festival?bidId=

Voices Chorale: An American Tapestry - Voices of Many
2026-05-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Trinity Church, Princeton, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, United States, 08540, United States
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, our annual spring concert weaves together music from many corners of the American choral landscape. Works by iconic composers such as Randall Thompson, Aaron Copland, and Morten Lauridsen appear alongside African American spirituals, selections from the American Songbook, and music by contemporary women composers.
The featured work on the program is “The Hope of Loving” by contemporary composer Jake Runestad, a moving composition expressing compassion and the bond of our shared humanity.
Together, these pieces reflect themes of community, perseverance, faith, and hope that form the tapestry of the American experience.
At a time when dialogue about the country’s past and future continues to evolve, this program offers a moment to reflect on shared values and the enduring power of music to bring people together.

Hopewell Valley 9/11 Memorial Committee 15th Annual Golf Outing
2026-05-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Hopewell Valley Golf & Cou, 114 Pennington - Hopewell Rd, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Join members of the community in the 14th annual golf outing. Participants can sign up for the golf outing (golf, BBQ lunch, and dinner, sponsor a golf hole, or attend dinner only. For more check out:https://mercerme.com/hopewell-valley-9-11-memorial-committee-to-hold-15th-annual-golf-outing-on-may-4/

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.

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

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.

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

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 | 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.
