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Events happening in and around Hopewell Valley
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It's NaNoWriMo -- when writers take the month of November to pursue the goal to write a first draft of their novel in 50,000 words in 30 days! If you're looking for a change of scenery, hoping to mingle with other writers, or just finding a space to write, we welcome you to drop-in to […]
Yes, Hopewell did have a toy company, albeit a short-lived one. Hoproco, the Hopewell Products company, operated from 1923 to 1929 on Burton Avenue. In this presentation, Doug Dixon will explore the history of Hoproco and the five known toys that the company created. Plus, come early to see some of their actual antique toys […]
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County is celebrating its 85th anniversary this year. As part of the yearlong festivities, the organization is holding its annual Run for Club Kids during the Meadows Miler in Rosedale Park on Saturday, November 5. This fundraiser, which is in its sixth year, aims to raise over $150,000 to provide […]
Join the Hopewell Valley Veterans Association Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 11am (rain or shine) at Woolsey Park. Please bring lawn chair.
Walk through telecommunications history with former Lawrence Township Historian Dennis Waters on the site of the 20th century Pole Farm.
Stomp out hunger with a walk through St. Michael’s Preserve to benefit The Chubby’s Project on Sunday, November 6. To secure your spot, please register by visiting The Chubby's Project's website: https://www.thechubbysproject.org/event-details/stomp-out-hunger-5k-walk.
On Sunday, November 6 at 11am public is invited to join Mercer County Executive Brian M. Hughes, the Board of Commissioners, and Mercer County Veteran Services in saying thank-you to the brave men and women, past and present, who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The event will be held at the Hopewell […]
Texas native Rhett Miller is perhaps best known as the frontman of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97's, although he has also pursued a critically acclaimed solo career. Formed in 1993, the Old 97's built a devoted following with their brash blend of country and power pop influences, making a splash with 1995's Wreck […]
While the weather is nice, come to the Gazebo in Hopewell Borough Park for some assorted silly stories with our storytime reader, Aaron! As the weather gets colder, be sure to check www.redlibrary.org for any weather-related location updates.
Zoom for now, link can be found in the Agenda Center. When allowed, meetings will be held at the Municipal Building. Hopewell Township Municipal Building 201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road Titusville, NJ 08560
The HPL book club will meet to discuss their latest literary endeavor: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson. All are welcome to loan a book club book and participate!
It's NaNoWriMo -- when writers take the month of November to pursue the goal to write a first draft of their novel in 50,000 words in 30 days! If you're looking for a change of scenery, hoping to mingle with other writers, or just finding a space to write, we welcome you to drop-in to […]
This heavily illustrated presentation, "Archaeology and the Delaware Indians, a 12,000-Year Odyssey," examines New Jersey’s rich Native American heritage on Wednesday, November 9, 7pm. It begins with a discussion of the sources archaeologists use to inform their work, including artifacts, archaeological sites, colonial documents, and oral histories. Then, using a series of case studies, the cultural […]
The world famous “Kendal Mountain Festival” Tour is coming to North America for the first time in its history. After 42 years, the UK’s leading adventure film and speaker festival finally brings the best cinematic adventure stories to audiences in over 50 locations. Join us for an evening celebrating adventure from some of the most […]
Hikes are open to hikers for all ages - adults and families. They are free but please register ahead of time. Hosted by Hopewell Township. This hike on November 12 at 10am at Mercer County Park will be perfect for families for people who prefer a fairly flat shorter hike. Hike will be approximately 2.5 […]
This program creates a safe space where women (all ages) can come as they are, listen and share about (not required) themselves fully and open. A topic about self-healing, self-care will be discussed. Participants will have a chance to share, listen, and learn together. Led by Maria Laura King, a registered nurse and certified Reiki […]
While the weather is nice, come to the Gazebo in Hopewell Borough Park for some assorted silly stories with our storytime reader, Aaron! As the weather gets colder, be sure to check www.redlibrary.org for any weather-related location updates.
Learn how you can save a life. Join the Mercer County Library Hopewell Branch for an information and training session about Narcan, an antidote which can reverse an opioid overdose. On Monday, November 14, 6:30 pm, a representative from Outreach and Harm Reduction Services of the Mercer County Department of Human Services will explain how […]
It's NaNoWriMo -- when writers take the month of November to pursue the goal to write a first draft of their novel in 50,000 words in 30 days! If you're looking for a change of scenery, hoping to mingle with other writers, or just finding a space to write, we welcome you to drop-in to […]
Listen as Robert Wittman, founder of the FBI's National Art Crime Team who served for 20 years as the FBI's investigative expert in this field, speaks about his FBI career leading audiences through notorious art heists and incredibly daring undercover recoveries. Audiences will hear the true stories behind the headlines of the FBI's Real Indiana […]
Penn Medicine/Princeton Health is offering memory screenings at the Hopewell Branch on Friday, November 18, 10am – 12pm. Take this opportunity to get a memory screening, consisting of a series of questions and/or tasks designed to test memory, language skills, thinking ability, and other intellectual functions. The 15-minute screening and review of the results are […]
Menstrual equity is not just about addressing the needs of low-income populations. Affordability is one thing; sheer availability is another. Menstrual equity has no regard for your socioeconomic status; even the richest woman in the world has at one point in her life gone to the bathroom, gotten her period, and did not have access […]
Hopewell Valley Central High School is pleased to present The Diary of Anne Frank, a play based on the writings of a young Jewish girl in hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. This poignant story is presented by a talented cast and crew led by Director Katie Rochon Bartolacci and Technical Director, Jeffrey […]
Celebration of Old Trees art show will be open to the public in the 200-year-old barn at Terhune Orchards from November 19 to December 11. Thirty-four paintings and photographs by noted artists will tell the story of the century old apple trees at the original Terhune Orchards. Entries were judged by well-known local artist Micheal […]
The holiday season officially gets rolling with a wondrous “White Christmas Movie Sing-Along” presented by Theater-to-Go. Enjoy family time at the Kelsey Theatre and watch this beloved movie musical on the big screen! Packed with audience participation activities, families will be guided by hosts to sing and play along with the movie. Come early for Holiday Treats and be a […]
Hopewell Valley Central High School is pleased to present The Diary of Anne Frank, a play based on the writings of a young Jewish girl in hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. This poignant story is presented by a talented cast and crew led by Director Katie Rochon Bartolacci and Technical Director, Jeffrey […]
The holiday season officially gets rolling with a wondrous “White Christmas Movie Sing-Along” presented by Theater-to-Go. Enjoy family time at the Kelsey Theatre and watch this beloved movie musical on the big screen! Packed with audience participation activities, families will be guided by hosts to sing and play along with the movie. Come early for Holiday Treats and be a […]
Our family-friendly dance features square dances, contra dances, play party games and other traditional American dances; it’s great fun for the whole family, from young children (ages 4 and up) to parents and grandparents and other adult friends. The dances will be led by caller Sue Dupre and Janet Mills, and live music will be […]
On Monday, November 21, 10am, join virtually for Medicare Information Session. Kelly Ott of New Jersey State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) covers Medicare basics including eligibility, enrolling, Medicare Parts A, B, C, Medicare prescription drug coverage and costs. Please email hopeprogs@mcl.org to register to receive link to program.
While the weather is nice, come to the Gazebo in Hopewell Borough Park for some assorted silly stories with our storytime reader, Aaron! As the weather gets colder, be sure to check www.redlibrary.org for any weather-related location updates.
Zoom for now, link can be found in the Agenda Center. When allowed, meetings will be held at the Municipal Building. Hopewell Township Municipal Building 201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road Titusville, NJ 08560
On Sunday, December 4, the Titusville Presbyterian Church presents bluegrass artists STONEHEARTH BLUEGRASS BAND for a two-hour musical concert from 3-5pm. StoneHearth has been together since 2002, and the band consists of Tim Scheetz and founding members Mike Olenick, E.C. Moore, Bruce Rupert, and Mike Terris. StoneHearth Bluegrass Band plays traditional bluegrass but has been […]
It's NaNoWriMo -- when writers take the month of November to pursue the goal to write a first draft of their novel in 50,000 words in 30 days! If you're looking for a change of scenery, hoping to mingle with other writers, or just finding a space to write, we welcome you to drop-in to […]
On Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2022, join the 12th annual Hopewell Valley 5K Turkey Trot at Rosedale Park in Pennington, NJ. The race start time is 9am. To register, please visit the event website: www.Hopewellturkeytrot.org Thanksgiving morning is the perfect time to come together as a community and it is a wonderful sight to watch neighbors, classmates, alumni, […]
This program creates a safe space where women (all ages) can come as they are, listen and share about (not required) themselves fully and open. A topic about self-healing, self-care will be discussed. Participants will have a chance to share, listen, and learn together. Led by Maria Laura King, a registered nurse and certified Reiki […]
Children of all ages will enjoy this exciting Christmas adventure full of delightful tunes brought to life by Kelsey Kids and MP Onstage. The tale begins when a very special friend and relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of […]
Children of all ages will enjoy this exciting Christmas adventure full of delightful tunes brought to life by Kelsey Kids and MP Onstage. The tale begins when a very special friend and relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of […]
Children of all ages will enjoy this exciting Christmas adventure full of delightful tunes brought to life by Kelsey Kids and MP Onstage. The tale begins when a very special friend and relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of […]
Children of all ages will enjoy this exciting Christmas adventure full of delightful tunes brought to life by Kelsey Kids and MP Onstage. The tale begins when a very special friend and relation tells Christopher Robin a story of a Christmas Eve very long ago when Eeyore, the old gray donkey who lives by himself in the thistle corner of […]
While the weather is nice, come to the Gazebo in Hopewell Borough Park for some assorted silly stories with our storytime reader, Aaron! As the weather gets colder, be sure to check www.redlibrary.org for any weather-related location updates.
It's NaNoWriMo -- when writers take the month of November to pursue the goal to write a first draft of their novel in 50,000 words in 30 days! If you're looking for a change of scenery, hoping to mingle with other writers, or just finding a space to write, we welcome you to drop-in to […]
Find out about Creating Christmas on Tuesday, November 29 at 7pm. By the mid-1600s, the centuries-old European celebration of Christmas was such a drunken, bawdy, public affair that the early Puritans arriving in America put an immediate ban on any Christmas celebrations in their Godly communities. New York newspapers in the early 1800s illustrate that Christmas […]
On Wednesday, November 30, 7pm,Robert Sands and Patricia Millen provide an illustrated lecture on their recently-published book Images of America:Washington Crossing, exploring the history of the site of General George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River with his Continental Army in 1776 to the Battle of Trenton-- through the creation of both parks that mark […]
Join the staff and board of the Hopewell Public Library for live music, hot cider and holiday treats to celebrate the season. Activities will be available in the children's room! This event is open to all ages and is co-sponsored with the Hopewell Museum, which will also be open from 1-4pm.
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