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ESL Conversation Group
2025-04-22 14:00, 2025-04-29 14:00, 2025-05-06 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hopewell Branch Library – MCL, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, 08534, United States
Hosted on Tuesdays at 2:00 pm at the Hopewell Branch Library at 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ 08534
Come to the Hopewell Branch for relaxed conversation in English. This program is ideal for speakers with Intermediate proficiency in English, though all are welcome. Join TESOL-certified librarian Chip McAuley to practice spoken English in a supportive, friendly environment. Registration is requested. Please call 609.737.2610 or email hopeprogs@mcl.org to register.

Democracy on the Corner
2025-06-05 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-06-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-06-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-06-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-24 17:30 - 18:30 and 8 more dates | Hopewell Borough Downtown, Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Join community members every Thursday at 5:30pm at the corner of Greenwood and Broad for a peaceful, visible demonstration of resistance. Participants bring signs and stand together in opposition to what they describe as illegal, unhealthy, and unconscionable actions by the current federal government. The weekly gathering offers comfort, connection, and solidarity among like-minded neighbors, and serves as a reminder to commuters that the community continues to stand up and speak out. The gathering typically lasts about an hour.

The Time to Hear is Here
2025-09-04 18:00
Discover the surprising prevalence of hearing loss among the elderly and learn about the latest options available to help those affected. Join Ron Gottardi from the non-profit organization “The Time to Hear is Here” for an enlightening discussion on hearing health on Thursday, September 4, 6pm. Ron will explore why Medicare should cover hearing aids, advances in hearing technology, helpful cell phone apps, shopping tips, and more. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

Community Journalism "J Lab" Certificate Program
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Mercer County Community College
The “J Lab” at MCCC is a continuing education program for residents in the Mercer County, NJ area to learn basic skills of journalism so they can tell the stories of their communities that may otherwise be overlooked. The 8-evening program starts on Thurs. Sept. 4. It is led by a journalism professor and includes guest presentations from writers and editors from several community publications and national media outlets.
Session topics include: interviewing strategies, photography tips and tricks, fact-checking, determining newsworthiness, handling ethical questions of community reporting, following basic journalistic writing practices, and more!
Students in the program receive regular feedback and support on their course project from the professor and teaching assistant. To qualify for the certificate, students must maintain a reporter’s notebook, attend class consistently, contribute to discussions, and complete one or more publishable quality articles. J Lab articles are published on The College VOICE website and can be used as part of a portfolio for those seeking further publication opportunities.

Greenscaping – Easy Ways to a Greener, Healthier Yard
2025-09-04 19:00
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, 7pm, join the Pennington Environmental Commission for a virtual Community Conversations: Greenscaping – Easy Ways to a Greener, Healthier Yard.
Curious about turning part of your lawn into a meadow or pollinator garden? Want to learn which native plants thrive in Pennington and Hopewell Valley (while standing up to deer)? The Pennington Environmental Commission’s second Community Conversations event will take place on September 4 at 7 pm. This will be a virtual event, where practical, beautiful ways to “greenscape” your home will be explored.
The speakers, Mike Van Clef (FOHVOS Stewardship Director) and Samantha Bean (nature writer and native plant advocate), will share the why and the how of greenscaping – and there will be time for questions and comments.
Zoom details will be posted on the Borough website’s Meeting Calendar. The Pennington Environmental Commission hopes you’ll join and share your ideas!

Pennington Summer Concert
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Howe Commons, 65 S Main St, Pennington, NJ, 08534, United States
Join your friends and neighbors at Howe Commons in the heart of downtown Pennington Borough on Friday, September 5, 2025 from 6pm to 9pm for fantastic tunes. Event hosted by Pennington Borough Parks and Recreation.

Lawrence Hopewell Trail Full Moon Bike Ride and Walk
2025-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Mercer Meadows Rosedale Lake, Federal City Road, Pennington, NJ, 08534
Now in its 10th year, 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.
And new this year, enjoy the Full Moon Walk, a slower paced journey under the moon.

A Night for Gaza
2025-09-07 19:00 | Hopewell Fare, 65 East Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey, 08525
Sunday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. | Hopewell Fare, Hopewell Borough
Enjoy an evening of live music and art in support of the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). The event features performances by local musician David Butler & Friends and acclaimed artist Carsie Blanton. An art auction will include work from 25+ artists, including Zaria Forman and Kira Dominguez Hultgren. Food will be available for purchase, and the event is BYOB. All proceeds benefit PCRF.
Tickets are $25–$100 (pay what you can). To purchase, visit Instagram ticket link, make your donation, and comment on the pinned post (or message “@a_night_for_gaza”). No Instagram? Email ANightforGaza@gmail.com.
Tickets are limited.

Clear the Clutter
2025-09-09 11:00 | Mercer County Library – Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ, United States
A challenge for many homeowners is going through their “stuff” at home, deciding what to do with everything, and finding the motivation to get through this dreaded process. Join Olga St. Pierre to talk about common clutter misconceptions, make an action plan to get and stay motivated, and even get the family and kids involved! Registration is requested.

Voices Chorale is Auditioning!
2025-09-15 19:15 - 19:45 | Music Together Worldwide, 225 Pennington-Hopewell Rd, Hopewell, NJ, 08525, United States
Calling all singers! Voices Chorale NJ is welcoming new members! Auditions are brief, stress-free, and open to all voice parts. They are available by appointment on September 15, 22, and 29, before our Monday evening rehearsals. We rehearse on Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Music Together, 225 Pennington-Hopewell Road in Hopewell.
This December, we’ll celebrate the season with a holiday concert at Trinity Church in Princeton on Saturday, December 13 at 4 pm, featuring “A Garland for Christmas” by John Whittaker along with both beloved and new carols.
Visit VoicesChoraleNJ.org now to schedule your audition! We’d love to have you join us!

Food Truck Festival
2025-09-17 11:00 - 19:00 | Woolsey Park, 203 Washington Crossing- Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States
NEW! Food Truck Festival at Woolsey Park on Saturday, September 27 from 11am to 7pm. Join your friends and neighbors for a day of fun at this new event! This Food Truck FEASTival will keep you entertained and busy with a large variety of activities, entertainment, and of course, food! Live bands will be performing throughout the event. A beer garden will be available for those of age, and children’s activities will fill the park. There will be many food trucks available, so there is sure to be something for everyone’s palate. This event is in partnership with Municipal Event Services. Rain date will be September 28. Don’t miss this new family-friendly event!

The History of Public Education in Lawrence Township
2025-09-17 19:00
What Did We Learn and When Did We Learn It?:
The History of Public Education in Lawrence Township
Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 pm

Two hundred years ago the world of Lawrence Township school children was nothing like it is today. But many of the education questions their parents faced sound familiar: where should schooling happen, who should be educated, and who should pay for it? Learn how different generations of Lawrence citizens answered these questions and how our public schools coped with rapid suburbanization and a changing society.
Plus, you’ll take a visual tour of all of the schools, past and present. Presented by Dennis Waters, former Lawrence Township historian and current member of the Mercer County Library Commission. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.

The Ebony Hillbillies - Princeton Folk Music Society Concert
2025-09-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
The Princeton Folk Music Society presents The Ebony Hillbillies. Sometimes called one of “the last African-American String Band in America,” The Ebony Hillbillies are known for their mix of pop, country, bluegrass, folk and jazz. Classically trained violinist and vocalist Henrique Prince and banjo, mountain dulcimer, guitar and vocal ace Norris Washington Bennett, along with other musicians on vocals, bass and percussion, are on a mission to preserve and spread the joy of string band music.
Tickets online or at the door (if not sold-out): $40 ($35 members, $10 students). Tickets and livestream Access: www.princetonfolk.org. Doors open at 7:30PM. Ample free parking.
