MercerMe Community Calendar:
Events happening in and around Hopewell Valley
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Every year, between 2 and 4 million poisonings occur in the United States, according to the New Jersey Poison Control Center. Unintentional poisoning can be caused by over-the-counter, prescribed, or illegally obtained pain medications and sedatives; antidepressants and other medications prescribed for various health conditions; drug and alcohol interactions; and even household cleaning products. Join […]
Come to the Hopewell Train Station for some assorted stories and songs with our storytime reader, Sara!
Free tax preparation from AARP Tax-Aide by appointment only on Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:30 am – 1pm at Hopewell Branch Library. AARP trained tax preparers focus on low and moderate income returns, but can prepare most personal returns within training guidelines. Tax preparers can e-file Federal and state returns, as well […]
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! Â 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 […]
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Mercer and Burlington Counties is currently seeking new volunteers!  CASA is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and supervises community volunteers who speak up in Family Court for the best interests of children who have been removed from their families due to abuse and/or neglect. Our volunteers […]
Who do you think you are?! Who doesn’t want to know more about their own family history? Join us as we investigate ways (other than Ancestry) to discover those who came before us. Casey Wilkes will guide us through databases - with tips and tricks to save hours when looking for the people from our […]
Join Morven Museum & Garden, the Newark Public Library, HISPA, and HACEMOS for a special program celebrating the many contributions of Latinos throughout the history of AT&T. The program will also mark the journey of Hispanics Inspiring Students’ Performance and Achievements (HISPA) and today’s employee resource group at AT&T, HACEMOS.
Local author Victoria Weisfeld discusses her book, Architect of Courage, with the Pennington Public Library. Thursday, February 16, 2023 @ 7:00pm via Zoom Registration required: PenningtonLibrary.org/AuthorVickiWeisfeld In summer 2011, the orderly life of Manhattan architect Archer Landis is upended by the murder of the woman he loves. When, to his surprise, the authorities link her […]
Come to the Hopewell Train Station for some assorted stories and songs with our storytime reader, Sara!
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
Free tax preparation from AARP Tax-Aide by appointment only on Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:30 am – 1pm at Hopewell Branch Library. AARP trained tax preparers focus on low and moderate income returns, but can prepare most personal returns within training guidelines. Tax preparers can e-file Federal and state returns, as well […]
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! Â 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 […]
Some REALLY BIG things are coming to Hopewell Valley! Be the first to hear about our exciting new year-long project – one that is sure to draw lots of attention.  Community Information Session Seward Johnson | Celebrating the Everyday Tuesday, February 21, 2021 at 5:30 to 6:30pm Hopewell Valley Vineyard, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, […]
Morven Museum & Garden is pleased to present the 2023 Grand Homes & Gardens Speaker Series: Trailblazers and Trendsetters. Join us as we explore the people and spaces, past and present, who cultivated new opportunities and inspired breakthrough trends for future generations of landscape architects, designers, entrepreneurs, and horticulturalists. Today, these places continue the work […]
Who do you think you are?! Who doesn’t want to know more about their own family history? Join us as we investigate ways (other than Ancestry) to discover those who came before us. Casey Wilkes will guide us through databases - with tips and tricks to save hours when looking for the people from our […]
Romare Bearden drew on his personal memories and used his vast knowledge of history, religion, and literature to create some of the most enduring images of the 20th Century. He placed aspects of African American life within the context of universal themes, which is why his work is so accessible and so unforgettable. Bearden used […]
The West Airport Road Project will commemorate contributions to agriculture and commerce in the Hightstown-East Windsor area by the Sumbry family and others who worked and lived there. In his talk on Wednesday, February 22, 7pm Charles (Cappy) Stults, president of the Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society, will outline that history and describe plans to erect interpretive […]
Healthy Eating helps the body to stay in tip top shape. The differences between the Mediterranean Diet and DASH will be discussed in this webinar along with keeping your immune system strong. The DASH or Mediterranean Diet on Thursday, February 23, 1pm will be presented by Dr. Karen Ensle, the Family and Community Health Sciences […]
Friday, February 24 & Saturday, March 4 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
Please join us for a special storytime with Hopewell children's author and illustrator, Barbara Valenza. Barbara will read her book Little Lovedog's Long Walk Home--a story about an unusually long dachshund who thinks he has no friends. Or does he? Book signing and a dog-themed craft will follow. Books will be available for purchase. "Be […]
Saturday, February 25 & Sunday, March 5 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
Join us for a virtual field trip to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center! An AWCC naturalist guide will walk with us through the Center’s grounds, sharing everything they see along the way. We will learn about Alaskan wildlife, such as muskox, bears, moose, and lynx. Sure to be educational and entertaining for all ages! Sponsored […]
Sunday, February 26 & Friday, March 3 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
Come to the Hopewell Train Station for some assorted stories and songs with our storytime reader, Sara!
Free tax preparation from AARP Tax-Aide by appointment only on Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:30 am – 1pm at Hopewell Branch Library. AARP trained tax preparers focus on low and moderate income returns, but can prepare most personal returns within training guidelines. Tax preparers can e-file Federal and state returns, as well […]
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! Â 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 […]
The Bujo Book Club will host its February meeting, where we will set up our bullet journals for March! This event is open to young adults ages 14-21. Register here! There is another bullet journaling book club for adults 18+, which will meet on February 18th. For more information or to register for the adult […]
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Mercer and Burlington Counties is currently seeking new volunteers!  CASA is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and supervises community volunteers who speak up in Family Court for the best interests of children who have been removed from their families due to abuse and/or neglect. Our volunteers […]
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Mercer and Burlington Counties is currently seeking new volunteers! CASA is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and supervises community volunteers who speak up in Family Court for the best interests of children who have been removed from their families due to abuse and/or neglect. Our volunteers […]
This program creates a 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. Light refreshments will be provided. The Women’s Healing Circle on Wednesday, March […]
Please join the Hopewell Branch Library for an hour of reflection on Fridays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 12:00 pm as we come together as a community to read and discuss the book, Practicing Peace in Times of War by Pema Chödrön. This program will run for five weeks, discussing one chapter each week. […]
Sunday, February 26 & Friday, March 3 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
Interested in tracing your New Jersey family history? Not sure where to start? On Thursday, March 2, 7:00 pm, Regina Fitzpatrick, genealogy librarian at the New Jersey State Library, will review genealogy basics and strategies for collecting information before visiting a repository. We will also discuss great resources to discover your ancestors at the New Jersey […]
You're invited to the Tot Shabbat on the first Saturday of each month for the youngest group of kids. Instruments, Songs, Snacks, and Smiles! Call 609 896 4977 for more information.
You're invited to the Tot Shabbat on the first Saturday of each month for the youngest group of kids. Instruments, Songs, Snacks, and Smiles! Call 609 896 4977 for more information.
Friday, February 24 & Saturday, March 4 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
Saturday, February 25 & Sunday, March 5 For the 18th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 17th. With all three categories offered – Animation, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A […]
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