This Week's Events - Monday, February 23 through to Sunday, March 1
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MAJOR WINTER STORM ALERT - Significant Snowfall and hazardous conditions (City of Trenton). [Sunday and Monday, February 22 and 23] Significant snowfall (8-16 inches) and blizzard conditions expected. Stay Safe! See the Flier: in Engiish en español
CODE BLUE ACTIVATED (City of Trenton) - Warming Centers OPEN. [Sunday and Monday, February 22 and 23] Sam Naples Senior Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue and Jenny Stubblkefield Senior Center, 301 Prospect Street. Overnight warming at Trenton Rescue Mission, 98 Carroll Street. See the Flier for details and times: in English en español
All vehicles that are parked along marked emergency routes be moved once the roads become snow covered (City of Trenton). [Sunday and Monday, February 22 and 23] Move cars to the nearest school parking lot once the road becomes snow covered. The Lafayette Garage (Hotel garage) is open for moving your car off the street ahead of the storm through to 9am on Tuesday morning. You should show your driver's license with Trenton on it to get out of the garage FOR FREE after the storm. Emergency Routes
TRENTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS are CLOSED on MONDAY, February 23. [Monday, February 23] All Trenton Public Schools are closed due to the winter storm forecast on Monday, February 23. Families and staff are encouraged to continue monitoring district communications for any additional updates. The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority. TPS Web Site
NO TRASH COLLECTION on Monday, February 23 (City of Trenton). [Monday, February 23] PLEASE DO NOT PUT TRASH OUT. See the Flier: in Engiish en español
Let's Film Program - Learn the art of filmmaking for FREE! (Students ages 14-20). [Classes are Tuesdays, 3-6pm] Location: Mercer County Community College, 102 North Broad Street, Trenton. James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts. Inspiring, Encouraging and Creating the Future Through Filmmaking and the Arts. See the Flier. Register for the Course See the Flier Program Background Course Registration
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County Summer Camps - 212 Centre Street, Trenton and 1040 Spruce Street, Lawrenceville (Kids Camp for ages 5-10, and Tween Camp for ages 11-14). [Camps run for 10 weeks from June 22 to August 28 - register Now] Each week features interactive themes designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and hands on exploration, keeping youth engaged while building new skills along the way. Campers ages 5-14 years-old, participate in art, outdoor education, physical education, STEM, field trips and more. Breakfast and lunch are provided for all campers. Details and Registration
Trenton Community Street Teams - February Newsletter [February] Read the Newsletter.
Update from Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman. [update from Friday, February 20] Read the Update.
Trenton Talks CONTENT CREATION - A Free Six Week (virtual) Workshop for ages 10-18. [Starts Tuesday, February 24] The Trenton Talks Content Creation Workshop has been created to show young people there are powerful opportunities beyond sports. Older ages are also welcome to join and learn! See the Flier Register to Attend
CANCELLED BECAUSE OF THE SNOW STORM - Trenton School Board Meeting. [Monday, February 23, 5:30pm] Auditorium of the Board of Education, Central Services Building, 108 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton. THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. YouTube Live Stream and Recordings All Board Meetings
Social Responsibilities & Workplace Cultures Breakfast: The Business Case for a Thriving Community (Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Tuesday, February 24, 8-10am] RWJ Conference Center, @ RWJ Fitness & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton. A dissection and operational roadmap on how businesses, through both internal practices and external partnerships, play a critical role in fostering a strong local community and economy. Moderated by Sandra Toussaint, CEO United way of Greater Mercer County. Details and Registration
This Alabaster Grave: The Cost of the Fight Against ISIS and the Global War on Terror - MCCC Distinguished Lecture Series. [Tuesday, February 24, 12-1pm] Communications Building, CM 109, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Our Distinguished Lecture Series kicks off as documentary photographer Cengiz Yar and journalist Sangar Khaleel join us for a discussion about the Iraqi city of Mosul, within the context of its history and battered architecture. See the Flier
Celebrate Black History Month with the East Trenton's Community Talent Show! [Tuesday, February 24, 6-8pm] East Trenton Collaborative, 601 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton. Join the ETC for a community talent show, in honor of Black History Month! Eat food, cheer on performers, & earn gifts for participation. Free and open to all. sign up to share your talent! See the Flier Register to Attend (from The HUT Community)
Celebrating Black Icons with Animation (a Black Girls Code virtual event for ages 10-13). [Tuesday, February 24, 6-8pm] Through animation and interactivity, you’ll combine storytelling, art, and coding to celebrate their impact and legacy. In this creative 2-hour session, you’ll use Scratch to bring the stories of powerful Black historical figures to life, with a special focus on Black women who have made a lasting impact. Details and Registration
New Jersey Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge - Phase 2 Webinar. (NJEDA). [Wednesday, February 25, 10:30-11:30am] The webinar will provide details on the grant challenge, application process, award selections, and more. It is an opportunity for attendees to learn about the overall process. We will also have time for Q&A. See the Flier Details and Registration
Mercer County Park Commission Public Meeting Notice. [Wednesday, February 25, 5:30pm] Hunt Barn, 197 Blackwell Road, Pennington. Meeting Schedule
A Day in Her Shoes (Dress for Success Central New Jersey). [Wednesday, February 25, 5:30-8pm] The Lobby Club, 17 East State Street, Trenton. Fireside Chat: Connecting Community, Creating Opportunity. The 5th Annual A Day in Her Shoes fundraiser promises an evening of fun and inspiration as we hear from women who will share their stories on achieving success See the Flier Get Tickets
Women Mean Business - Evening Networking (Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Thursday, February 26, 5:30-7:30pm] Hill Wallach, 21 Roszell Road, Princeton. Attendees will enjoy hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, and mocktails as they mix and mingle at the offices of Hill Wallack. Come after work to make new connections, chat with acquaintances, and make friends in the business community. Details and Registration
We Are The Leaders We've Been Looking For - Community Leadership Evening with Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr. and Foundation Academy Charter School. [Thursday, February 26, 6-8pm] Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton. See the Flier Details and Tickets
6th Statewide Meeting for the Black Agenda. [Thursday, February 26, 6:30pm] St. Paul Baptist Church, 119 Elm Street, Montclair, NJ 07042. See the Flier. Details and RSVP. See the Flier Details and RSVP
4th Annual Afro Arts Fest! (presented by the Black Student Alliance). [Friday, February 27, 5-8pm] Ewing High School Cafeteria, 900 Parkway Ave, Ewing. Join us to celebrate black culture with food, business vendors, performances, music and more. See the Flier Sign-up as a Vendor (from The HUT Community
Austin Edwards for Mayor - In-Person Campaign Launch. [Friday, February 27, 5:30pm] Trent-Towne, 16 West Ingham Avenue, Trenton. Join us for the highly anticipated launch of Austin Edwards as the 50th Mayor of Trenton Campaign! See the Flier
The Republican Renewal Summit (Hosted by the Mercer County Republican Committee). [Saturday, February 28, 8:30-5:30pm] Rider University, Lawrenceville. Connect with others and learn how you can be a part of mapping a better future for New Jersey - one county, one community, one victory at a time. Details and Registration
Howell Living History Farm - Maple Sugaring. [Saturday, February 28, 10-4pm] Howell Living History Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Township. The time of freezing nights and thawing days has come...and the smell of maple syrup is in the air! Help farmers collect sap in the woods, make syrup in the sap house, and taste whole wheat pancakes. Lunch will also be available for purchase. Visitors can also learn how to bring the operation into their own backyards, with tree tapping demonstrations. Dress for the job: the work has sweet rewards, but it can be muddy, icy, and windy in the sugar bush. Details. Details
North Trenton Youth Baseball - City-wide in-person Registration. [Saturday, February 28, 10-12pm] In-person registration at 685 MLK Boulevard, Trenton. See the Flier
International Science Day - Celebrating Black Innovation. [Saturday, February 28, 11-2pm] 471 Parkway Avenue, Trenton. Celebrate Black Innovation on National Science Day with hands-on activities, experiments, and learning experiences designed to spark curiosity and inspire young innovators. See the Flier Register to Attend
The Soul of New Jersey - A Black History Month Celebration (Trenton Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.). [Saturday, February 28, 1:30pm] Trenton Central High School (Auditorium), 400 Chambers Street, Trenton. See the Flier Get Tickets
Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour. [Saturday, February 28, 2pm] CURE Insurance Arena, Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier Get Tickets Arena Web Site
Darkside After Dard Night Market (presented by Darkside New Jersey Art and Oddities Expo). [ [Saturday, February 28, 3-10pm] New Jersey Convention Center, Edison. See the Flier
Dr. Tashanna Ellis - Candidate Meet and Greet Karaoke. [Saturday, February 28, 4-7pm] Tracey's Kitchen, 241 East State Street, Trenton. I am really looking forward to a night of great music, good food, and genuine community connection. I hope to see you all there. It’s going to be a great time. See the Flier (from The HUT Community)
No Wrong Way: Kids Edition / Edición Infantil. Appropriate for Ages / Apropiado para Edades 8-16. [Sunday, March 1 / Domingo, 1 de marzo] Casa Cultura, 750 Cass Street, Trenton. See the Flier.
Open Gym for Youth (West Ward and Sam Naples) [ Sunday, March 1, 1-3pm] West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. See the Flier.
Open Gym for Adults (West Ward and Sam Naples) [ Sunday, March 1, 3-6pm] West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. See the Flier.
The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey Chamber Orchestra Concert with Guest conductor Kenneth T. Bean and Live painting by Kathleen Hurley Liao. [Sunday, March 1, 4pm] War Memorial Ballroom, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. The March 1 concert pairs Classical elegance, contemporary invention, and 20th-century vibrancy, tracing a narrative from Mozart’s poised clarity through Britten’s youthful boldness and Caroline Shaw’s inventive textures to the radiant ensemble writing of Bohuslav Martinu. Details and Tickets
NEW TO THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
The Business of Business - Using Urban Enterprise Zones to Revitalize Trenton (Kiwanis Club of Trenton). [Wednesday, March 4, 12pm] Leonardo's IOI, 2021 US Highway 1, Lawrence. With Engel Mallen, UEZ Marketing and Information, City of Trenton. RSVP by March 3 to McCor...@aol.com See the Flier
6th Annual Great Futures Celebration: Garden of Dreams “A Sip & Savor Experience” (Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County). [Thursday, March 5, 6pm] Cobblestone Creek Country Club, 2170 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. This annual signature fundraiser brings Club supporters, corporate partners, and the community together to highlight Club impact. The event celebrates youth who embody leadership, strong character and the potential to accomplish great things. Details and Tickets
Founder Sprint: An AI Learning Lab for Aspiring & Current Entrepreneurs. [Friday, March 13, 9-5pm] 23 Orchard Road, Skillman. Build/scale an AI-Powered Company in One Day. The economics of starting a company have just changed permanently. AI is compressing execution timelines, shrinking team size, and redefining what early-stage advantage looks like. What once required capital and headcount can now be accomplished with speed, clarity, and intelligent systems. Details and Registration
Build Your Advisory Board (The Independent Business Alliance, Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Wednesday, March 18, 7:30-10am] Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton. Join us for a practical and energizing morning. Powerful networking, breakfast, and insight into building the relationships that support long-term success — exploring how the right circle of trusted peers, advisors, and champions can sharpen strategy, open doors to opportunity, and help navigate the challenges of ownership with confidence. Details and Registration
Islay Walden Education Alliance: Stories of Affirmation and Progress (SOAP) - Afro-Caribbean and Latina Women in History (Virtual Forum). [Saturday, March 29, 7-8:30pm] You are cordially invited to join us as we host our inaugural Stories of Affirmation and Progress (SOAP). This international collaboration of Arts and Humanities will feature Aline Nunes (Brazil) and Lola Acevedo (USA), who are supported by Sarah Lokenauth (Spelman College). See the Flier Free Registration
The fifth annual Princeton Porchfest. [Saturday, April 25, 12-6pm] Starting at noon, multiple porches around town – generously lent by neighbors – will host sets of live music throughout the day. Stroll around town to hear live local talent, grab a bite, drink, or coffee from one of Princeton’s amazing small businesses, and enjoy a day of free community fun. Details and Locations
9 and DINE Golf (Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County). [Monday, May 4, 12pm] Mercer Oaks Golf Course, 725 Village Road West, West Windsor. Corporate partners and Club supporters enjoy a 9-hole, afternoon golf tournament followed by a joyful dinner and a heartfelt celebration of the accomplishments of Club youth. Funds raised by the event help sustain programs that enable healthy-living programming, provide meals and snacks, and ensure young people have a safe, supportive place to learn and grow after school and during the summer months. Details and Tickets
Isles Spring Celebration - celebrating 45 Years of Impact. [Thursday, May 14, 5:30pm] Social Prtofit Center at Mill One, 1 North Johnston Avenue, Hamilton. Honoring Leadership Awards recipients Troy Vincent Sr., and Tommi Vincent. See the Flier. Get Tickets
Teen Awards Night (Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County). [Thursday, May 28, 6pm] Spruce Street Clubhouse, 1040 Spruce Street, Lawrence Township. Each May, Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County honors outstanding Club teens during our annual Teen Awards Night. We will present more than 20 educational scholarships that help support the post-secondary plans of Club teens. These awards are made possible through the generosity of dedicated donors and funds established to invest directly in the future of Club youth, celebrating the leadership, and academic achievement of these outstanding teens as they take the next step toward college, trade school, or career pathways. Details. Details
Capital City Anime Fest - SAVE THE DATE. [Saturday, June 6] Mercer County Community College, James Kerney Campus, 102 North Broad Street, Trenton. See the Flier
Club Chef Challenge (Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County). [Wednesday, June 10] CURE Insurance Arena, 80 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. The Chef Challenge is the exciting culmination of hands-on learning in our Healthy Cooking Program—one of many Club initiatives that help youth build healthy habits, confidence, and essential life skills. Friends, family members, and volunteers are invited to the CURE arena, as youth teams representing all 9 of our After School Program sites whip up flavorful creations and showcase their culinary creativity. Guests can even cast their votes for Fan Favorite, while judges evaluate each team on creativity, teamwork, healthfulness, and taste. Details