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Events happening in and around Hopewell Valley
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From Broadway to Buckingham Palace, John D. Smitherman has been there! John has the prestige and honor to have been one of the original Three American Tenors. He has performed well over 100 different roles on the professional theatre stage, including the Big Three: Jekyll & Hyde, The Phantom, and Jean Valjean in Les Miserables. […]
Join the Hopewell Public Library for "Children's Storytime" at Hopewell Borough Park's Gazebo every Monday at 10:30am. Children's Storytime is being temporarily held at Hopewell Borough Park's gazebo during the summer. The program includes several read-aloud stories, finger plays and a book-related activity. This program is intended for children ages 5 and under. Children must […]
Join the Cookbook Club at Hopewell Public Library on Tuesday, October 11 from 6:30pm to 8pm. For each meeting, the Cookbook Club chooses a cookbook – classic, new, hot, or obscure. Each member cooks one dish from the book and brings it to the library so everyone can sit down together and discuss the book […]
In 1974, a White House transcriber finds the only copy of the infamous 18½-minute gap in Nixon's Watergate tapes, but her attempts to leak it to the press run afoul of hippies, swingers, and nefarious forces. 18½ is an award-winning thriller/comedy by director Dan Mirvish (Between Us, Bernard and Huey, Slamdance Film Festival Co-founder), is […]
Join MCL-Hopewell Branch for Finding Your Calm after the Storm: Self-Care on Tuesday, October 11, 7pm. Learn about self-care and its importance. Participants will create self-care plans for them to take home and put into practice. Presented by Autumn Kilduff, Crisis Counselor, RWJBH, Institute for Prevention and Recovery, Hope and Healing Ida Program. Registration is required. Call […]
We often assume that before marriage equality, we had only “traditional” marriage. But changes to marriage progressed more strangely than we might expect, especially in New Jersey. This program, hosted by MCL on October 12 at 7pm, will use court cases to rethink LGBTQ+ rights, marriage, and the law. Presented by Alison Lefkovitz is an […]
In 1974, a White House transcriber finds the only copy of the infamous 18½-minute gap in Nixon's Watergate tapes, but her attempts to leak it to the press run afoul of hippies, swingers, and nefarious forces. 18½ is an award-winning thriller/comedy by director Dan Mirvish (Between Us, Bernard and Huey, Slamdance Film Festival Co-founder), is […]
Join the MCL-Hopewell Branch for the Women's Healing Circle on Saturdays, October 1, 8 & 29 at 11am. 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 […]
Dar Williams’ lyrics contain bouquets of optimism, delivered on melodies alternating between beguiling lightness and understated gravity. Williams was always in the right place at the right time for the success she’s had over a 25+ year career. She rose out of the vibrant mid-90s Boston scene, inspired by the eclectic influences of alt-rockers, Berklee […]
Join the Hopewell Public Library for "Children's Storytime" at Hopewell Borough Park's Gazebo every Monday at 10:30am. Children's Storytime is being temporarily held at Hopewell Borough Park's gazebo during the summer. The program includes several read-aloud stories, finger plays and a book-related activity. This program is intended for children ages 5 and under. Children must […]
Belle is a friendly certified therapy dog and an excellent listener! Register below or call the library for a 15 minute time slot for your child to come read to Belle at the Gazebo in Hopewell Borough Park. Read to a Dog programs offer children a chance to practice reading aloud to a very special […]
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
Hosted by MCL on October 19 at 2pm virtually. With Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon, using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before. We will collaborate with commercial and international partners and establish the first long-term presence on the […]
Join MCL for 'Stranger Stop and Cast an Eye': An Introduction to New Jersey’s Historic Burial Grounds on Wednesday, October 19, 6:30pm. Far from being scary, spooky places, New Jersey’s historic burial grounds are treasure troves of information for historians, genealogists, archaeologists, and art historians. This richly illustrated presentation by Rich Veit examines New Jersey historic cemeteries […]
Hosted by MCL join What is the Meaning of Free Speech on Thursday, October 20, 7pm virtually. Benjamin Franklin once said, “Without freedom of thought, there can be no such thing as wisdom—and no such thing as public liberty without freedom of speech.” The United States provides protections for free speech. Through an exploration of case […]
A reception, open to the public, will be held on Friday, October 21, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with remarks at 7:00 p.m. The Silva Gallery is located on the School’s campus at 112 W. Delaware Ave., Pennington, New Jersey. For further information, call the Silva Gallery at 609–737–4133 or email gallery director Dolores Eaton […]
Somebody’s Daughter is a one woman show based on Zara Phillip’s book of the same title. It features background music by Richard Thompson. Adopted as a baby in the 1960s, becoming a backing vocalist to well known bands in the 80s, and getting sober at 22, Zara takes us on her journey to uncover the truth […]
Experience two days full of fall fun along the banks of the Delaware River at the Lambertville Station Restaurant & Inn Fall Fest. Take in the brilliant foliage and breathtaking views as you browse through vendors featuring local artisans, crafts, games, family activities, food trucks, beer garden, and live music. Join us on Saturday, October […]
These weekend walks hosted by the State Park Department of NJDEP will be moderately paced, range from 3.5 - 5.5 miles and take about 3 hours. Children are welcome but those under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Weekend Walkers will meet promptly at the designated parking areas at 9:30 AM. Participates will be […]
Join Hopewell Township for their second Haunted Hopewell event! This new event will include a featured show, trick of treating, photo spot, games, and fun activities all with a Halloween theme. There will even be some "not so scary stories" for the youngest residents. Event will be fun for all ages, young and young at […]
Come Trick or Treat on the Lawrence Hopewell Trail! The Lawrence Hopewell Trail will host its Annual Trail and Treat Bike Ride, a celebration of the Halloween spirit for families with children ages 12 and under, on Sunday, October 23 from 3-5pm. The ride and fun activities will take place in Village Park in Lawrence […]
Join the Hopewell Public Library for "Children's Storytime" at Hopewell Borough Park's Gazebo every Monday at 10:30am. Children's Storytime is being temporarily held at Hopewell Borough Park's gazebo during the summer. The program includes several read-aloud stories, finger plays and a book-related activity. This program is intended for children ages 5 and under. Children must […]
Join MCL for How to Become Your Own Power Plant on Monday, October 24, 7pm virtually. Solar is one of our major renewable energy sources. It is versatile, clean and you can build a small power plant on your roof! With the current state and federal incentives, “Going Solar” is cost effective; but it can be […]
Join MCL for "The Name Was Changed to Protect the Innocent: How Maidenhead became Lawrence in 1816 on Tuesday, October 25, 6:30pm virtually. Join us to learn the interesting stories behind the change: How did we get “Maidenhead” to begin with? Why, after 125 years as Maidenhead, was changing the name so urgent? Who supported the change […]
Join MCL-Hopewell Branch for Road to Wellness Open House on Wednesday, October 26, 12-1pm. Attendees will have the opportunity for resources available for emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, social, occupational, and spiritual wellness. Hosted at the Hopewell Township Branch by RWJBH, Institute for Prevention and Recovery, Hope and Healing Ida Program will host stations regarding the […]
Award-winning Philadelphia native Christine Havrilla, who has supported acts like Shawn Colvin, KT Tunstall, and Brandi Carlile, brings her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to Hopewell Theater, touring nationally with the support of her band, Gypsy Fuzz. Christine utilizes the soft gritty texture of her vocals to express warmth and honesty listeners quickly embrace […]
See Goonies on the big screen on Saturday, October 29 at the Hopewell Theater. Mikey Walsh and Brandon Walsh are brothers whose family is preparing to move because developers want to build a golf course in the place of their neighborhood - unless enough money is raised to stop the construction of the golf course, […]
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 […]
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