Summer Newsletter - Mercer County Culture and Heritage Happenings. [Read the newsletter now] Discover how The Trenton Community A-TEAM (TCAT) is honoring its 25th anniversary in 2025 with a full year of exhibitions, public programs, and community events showcasing the power of art. Explore how a historic 1932 arboretum is growing new roots in Washington Crossing State Park. Don’t miss the 2025 “Mercer County Artists Exhibit” at The Gallery at MCCC (May 27–July 31), plus vibrant photo highlights from the Mercer County Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally, and so much more! Read the Newsletter
Back-to-School Giveaway - Books, Bars and BBQ. [Donate to the event Now. Donations accepted until August 20.] Want to sponsor or donate to the mission? See the Flier for contact info. Donation drop-offs accepted at 471 Parkway Avenue and Hub 13, 13 West Front Street. See the Flier
Non-Profit Wellness Breakfast (Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Wednesday, July 16, 8-10am] NJM Insurance Group, 301 Sullivan Way, West Trenton. Come together with other non-profit executives and employees for a relaxing morning of mindfulness and a chance to recharge. Enjoy meaningful conversations in a supportive setting. Light breakfast will be provided courtesy of NJM Insurance Group. See the Flier Register for the Event
Adventures on the Delaware River - Guided Pontoon Boat Tours (ages 6+). [Wednesday, July 16, 9:30am and 11:30am] Docks by Thunder Stadium. See the Flier Registration (required)
Trenton Citi-Stat Meeting - Speak with the Department Directors. [Wednesday, July 16, 10am] City Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street. Share your thoughts and ideas, ask questions, and be heard. As part of the city's commitment to accessibility, the meeting time varies each month to accommodate residents with different schedules. See the Flier
Dress for Success Inventory Sale. [Wednesday, July 16, 11-7pm] Dress for Success, 3131 Princeton Pike, Building 6, Suite 101, Lawrenceville. See the Flier
Concerts on the Landing - LINDSEY JORDAN - SINGER-SONGWRITER. [Wednesday, July 16, 12-2pm] Steps of the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive. Stop by for live music at lunchtime. Grab some lunch, bring your co-workers, and enjoy the music! Seating for eating provided. In the event of inclement weather, we’ll move inside the War Memorial.
Take It To The Streets - Neighborhood Block Party (City of Trenton) - LAUREL PARK. [Wednesday, July 16, 4-8pm] Laurel Place and Laurel Avenue. Football, Games, Basketball, Skateboarding, Face Painting. See the Flier
Evening in the Garden - at Mercer Educational Gardens. [Wednesday, July 16, 6-7:30pm] 431A Federal City Road, Pennington. Planning an Annual Garde; Plant This not That; Designing and Planting Containers. Rutgers Master Gardeners will be present to answer questions. See the Flier
Run for Fun! Summer Series (City of Trenton). [Wednesday, July 16, 6-7:30pm] Cadwalader Park, Gully Field. Run or walk with us, multiple routes and distances, paved and cross country. See the Flier Register to Participate
Gluten and Dairy Free Simple Cilantro Salmon (Mercer County Library System - the Library Chef). [Wednesday, July 16, 7:30pm] Virtual, with Chef Nona from Break a Recipe. See the Flier Sign-up
Reach Your Customers Online with Google (a UCEDC webinar, Resources and Solutions for Small Business). [Thursday, July 17, 12-1pm] Learn how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website’s visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google Business Profile, Google Trends, Search Console, Google Ads, and more. Details and Sign-Up
I Am Trenton Citywide Grants - INFORMATION WORKSHOP / TALLER DE INFORMACIÓN (Zoom). [Thursday, July 17 / Jueves 17 de julio, 6pm] First time applicants must attend a workshop to learn about the application process, discuss questions and project ideas / Quienes solicitan por primera vez deben asistir a un taller para conocer el proceso de solicitud, resolver dudas e intercambiar ideas de proyectos. Past grantees were strongly encouraged to attend as well / Se anima a los beneficiarios anteriores a asistir también. Details and Registration Detalles y Registro
Movies Under the Stars (City of Trenton) - INSIDE OUT 2. [Thursday, July 17, 8pm] Mill Hill Park, East Front Street. See the Flier
Community Job Fair (hosted by Assemblywoman Tennille McCoy and Isles). [Friday, July 18, 12-3pm] Social Profit Center, 1 North Johnston Avenue, Hamilton. See the Flier Register to Attend
Trenton Walks - Assunpink Greenway / Redevelopment Walk. [Friday, July 18, 4:30pm] Assunpink Greenway / Redevelopment Walk from the East Trenton Collaborative Center (601 N. Clinton Avenue) to Hamilton Township via George Page and Mulberry Street Parks and Enterprise Avenue to Assunpink Blvd. This 3.3-mile Walk will be co-led by Tim Brill, Central Jersey project manager for the N.J. Conservation Foundation and Trenton Walks! leader, and Shereyl Snider, East Trenton Collaborative community organizer. About 3.3 miles. (TGT Walk #10b). Details and Maps
Summer Concert Series - ROY RICHARDSON JR. & CO. [Friday, July 18, 5pm] Cycle Kings, 415 Calhoun Street. See the Flier
Trenton Makes Jazz Series - JOE BAIONE Vibraphone Experience. [Friday, July 18, 6:30-9:30pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue. Come out for a fabulous summer jazz concert at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion! Doors open at 6 so you can grab a beverage, a bite, and a cafe table before the concert starts! See the Flier Details and Reservations
Trenton City Museum - Saturdays in July / Sabados en julio (for Families with kids 5-12). [Saturday, July 19, 9-12pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue. Throughout July 2025, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie offers Saturday mornings filled with fun, activity, and learning for kids! / Durante julio de 2024, el Museo de la ciudad de Trenton en Ellarslie ofrece sábados por la mañana llenos de diversión, actividad y aprendizaje para los niños. See the Flier Details and Sign-Up
Annual Day of Movement - Health is Wealth and Movement is Medicine. [Saturday, July 19, 11-6pm (rain date Saturday, July 26)] Lipinsky Park, 19 Heil Avenue (off Brunswick Avenue). Food, Fun, Free Giveaways, Music. See the Flier
I Am Trenton Citywide Grants - INFORMATION WORKSHOP / TALLER DE INFORMACIÓN (In Person / en persona). [Saturday, July 19 / Sábado 19 de julio, 11am] East Trenton Center, 610 North Clinton Avenue. First time applicants must attend a workshop to learn about the application process, discuss questions and project ideas / Quienes solicitan por primera vez deben asistir a un taller para conocer el proceso de solicitud, resolver dudas e intercambiar ideas de proyectos. Past grantees were strongly encouraged to attend as well / Se anima a los beneficiarios anteriores a asistir también. Details and Registration Detalles y Registro
Unity Day (presented by the East Trenton Committee). [Saturday, July 19, 12-6pm] Battle Monument, North Broad Street and Warren Street. See the Flier Event Details