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An Update from Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman. [Update Dated August 22] Read the Update
Help us improve GOTrenton! [Take the GOTrenton! Rider Survey Now] GOTrenton! is looking for ways to improve and expand, and we want to hear from our riders! Please take a few minutes to fill our new rider survey and share how we can better our service so that YOU can get where you need to go! See the Flier. Take the Survey. See the Flier Take the Survey
Revolutionary Mile (Presented By: Trenton Downtown Association) SAVE THE DATE and SIGN-UP NOW! [Sign up open now, event takes place October 16, 5pm] Calling all history buffs, fitness enthusiasts, and community-minded individuals! It's time to gather your crew, lace up your shoes and leave your mark on Trenton's storied streets. Registrations are now open for the Revolutionary Mile, a high-energy corporate team building event and historical walk through downtown Trenton. Details and Sign-up (Heritage Event)
WorkWell Partnership's 4-week reentry training course - Jobs for the Justice Involved. [Apply Now, program is 4 weeks long starting September 8] Want a career but have a criminal record? We can help! We are now accepting referrals or individuals can apply directly online for the upcoming training course. Program Overview. Application. Program Overview Application
Art All Day Open Call for Artists - Register as an Individual to be paired with a Community Partner. [Register Now, Art All Day takes place on September 20] This is the opportunity to display and sell your artwork, build connections and promote your business. Program Overview Register for Art All Day
PSA: Thieves Don't Score When You Lock Your Door - Always lock your vehicle. [Public Service Announcement from Trenton Police Department] Do not leave valuables in your vehicle in plain sight. Notify Police First about any burglary and Social Media LAST. See the Flier
Let's Film - A Comprehensive Filmmaking Program for youth 14-18 (James R. Halsey Foundation). [Now accepting students. Wednesday nights, 4-6pm, including dinner.] A comprehensive, year round, film and media education program for youth ages 14-19. Classes are held at 535 East Franklin Street, Trenton. See the Flier Register to Attend
Register for After School (sponsored by the Capital Area YMCA). [Register now] Quality Child Care You Can Trust – Right Here in Trenton! At the Capital Area YMCA, we know how important it is to find a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for your child. See the Flier Details and Registration
Housing and Economic Development Director for the City of Trenton. [Apply by September 10] The City of Trenton is seeking a results-driven leader to serve as its Director of Housing and Economic Development. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Maria Richardson, Business Administrator, at mrich...@trentonnj.org, no later than September 10, 2025. Job Details
Mercer County Board of County Commissioners SPECIAL FORMAL MEETING. [Monday, August 25, 6pm] Room 211, Mercer County Administration Building, 640 South Broad Street, Trenton. Express meeting purpose: holding discussion regarding the PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT FOR THE PEDDIE BRIDGE.
H2OPEN - Community Meeting with Trenton Water Works (TWW). [Monday, August 25, 6:30-8:30pm] City Hall, 319 East State Street. TWW will be hosting five H2Open in-person community meetings throughout its service area to present a proposed 14% rate adjustment. Revenue from this adjustment will fund ongoing capital projects, including: Necessary system upgrades to meet Safe Drinking Water Act regulations and Organizational and workforce improvements. DEP Impact Statements DEP Letter to City Council
Dress for Success of Central NJ - Power Walk and Wellness Fair. [Tuesday, August 26, 5-7pm] Rosedale Park, 424 Federal City Road, Pennington. See the Flier Details and Sign-up
City of Trenton ABC Board Meeting. [Tuesday, August 26, 5:30pm] Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street, Trenton. See the Agenda
Dinner and a Movie (free) [Tuesday, August 26, 5:30-8pm] Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 West State Street. Featuring topics of environmental interest See the Flier Register for the Event
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - Lafayette Yard Hotel Presentations. [Tuesday, August 26, 6pm] Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street, Trenton. Presentations will be given by MacArthur and Wilton Properties, LLC and Angel Real Estate Solutions. See the Agenda
Painting in the Capital City (City of Trenton) - STACY PARK LOG BASIN. [Tuesday, August 26, 6-8pm] [Tuesday, August 26, 6-8pm] Stacy Park Log Basin, 1399 Riverside Drive. See the Flier
Pontoon Boat River Tour. [Wednesday, August 27, two sessions: 9:30-10:30am and 11-12pm] Docks by Thunder Stadium. Parking in the ballpark parking lot. See the Flier Register
Doing Business in the City of Trenton. [Wednesday, August 27, 5:30-7:30pm] Doing Business in the City of Trenton. [Wednesday, August 27, 5:30-7:30pm] City Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street. Join us for an informative session, with Q&A, about how to do business with the City of Trenton. See the Flier
Mercer County Park Commission - open public meeting. [Wednesday, August 27, 5:30pm] Tennis Hall of Fame, 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Don’t miss the chance to have your voice heard. Meeting Notice Schedule of Meetings (from The Trenton Journal)
Smith Family Foundation - Bridging the Gap: Blacks in Philanthropy. [Thursday, August 28, 10-4:40pm] This impactful gathering will celebrate Black leadership and foster crucial conversations around community investment and social impact. See the Flier Registration
Bridging the Gap - Blacks in Philanthropy Conference (SAVE THE DATE!) [Thursday, August 28, 10-4:30pm] Smith Family Foundation, 471 Parkway Avenue. See the Flier
Going to College in 2025? - Webinar assistance with the Federal and State Financial Aid process (FAFSA). [Thursday, August 28, 12pm] Join us for this free webinar on how to complete this important financial aid application. Details
Movies Under the Stars (City of Trenton) - TRANSFORMERS ONE. [Thursday, August 28, 8pm] Unity Square Park, Hamilton and Chestnut Avenues. See the Flier
Back to School Extravaganza / Extravagancia de Regreso a la Escuela. [Friday, August 29 / Viernes el 29 de Augusto, 10-2pm] Trenton Board of Education Parking Lot, 108 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier: in English/en español (from The HUT Community)
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson Blood Drive. [Friday, August 29, 12-5pm] 431 Pennington Avenue. Details and Sign-up. Details and Sign-Up
Movies Under the Stars (City of Trenton) - DOG MAN and End of Summer Extravaganza. [Friday, August 29, 8pm] Cadwalader Park, West State Street and Parkside Avenue. See the Flier
Dress for Success Pop-up Shop. [Saturday, August 30, 9:30-11:30am] First Bank, 101 South Warren Street, Trenton. Free clothes, shoes, accessories and lite refreshments. See the Flier
TCHS F5 Marching Band Car Wash Fundraiser. [Saturday, August 30, 11-3pm] TCHS Parking Lot, 400 Chambers Street, Trenton. Come out and get your car washed. Support the TCHS Marching Band. See the Flier
Pop-Up Nature Center (all ages, free). [Saturday, August 30, 2-4pm] Mercer County Park - Marina, 334 South Post Road, West Windsor Township. We're bringing our nature center out into the parks with hands-on activities on topics such as animal tracks, trees, and so much more. Details
You Can't Sit With Us! (presented by IreeSky Fiction). [Saturday, August 30, 5:30pm] NJ State Museum Auditorium, 205 West State Street. Tickets and info: 609-963-7077. See the Flier (from The HUT Community)
Summer Concert Series - VIVIR MI VIDA RUMBAILE. [Saturday, August 30, 6pm] Unity Square Park, Chestnut Avenue and Hamilton Avenue. See the Flier
NEW TO THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
31st Annual Free Hair Cut and Book Bag Giveaway. [Monday, September 1, 9-1pm] Razor Sharp Barbershop and Wilkinson Park, 20 Passaic Street, Trenton. Free haircuts & backpacks; 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament; 100 Free Bikes Giveaway; Food, music, face painting & more! See the Flier. See the Flier
2nd Annual Back 2 School Book Bag Giveaway. [Monday, September 1, 12-5pm] Rich Cuts Barbershop, 1025 South Broad Street, Trenton. Music, free food, bouncy house, games, and over 100 free haircuts. See the Flier
Hidden Heritage Tour - David Brearley, a leader of the 1747 rebellion. [Saturday, September 6, 9am to 12pm] ] Begins at 9am in front of the Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. RSVP appreciated to StMichaelsC...@gmail.com See the Flier (Heritage Event)
The UNK-TION - A Fish Fry Function (presented by just Black). [Saturday, September 6, 3-9pm] Artworks Trenton, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton. FISH FRY plates; Limited UNKTION merch; SPADES tournament w/ cash prize; Music by @djushhh; Live music, food & community all day! See the Flier
Creating a Positive Culture in Challenging Times (a Community Works Workshop). [Monday, September 8, 11:45-1:15pm] Princeton Area Community Foundation, 212 Carnegie Center Road, Suite 201, Princeton. In today's climate, one of the greatest challenges for boards, staff, and volunteers is building and sustaining a truly positive culture. This workshop will equip you with practical techniques to identify both the positive forces that strengthen your organization and the negative factors that hold it back. Details and Registration
Passage Theatre Season Opener Discussion and Happy Hour. [Friday, September 12, 5:30pm] Discussion of the upcoming season at the Mill Hill Playhouse, East Front Street. Following the discussion, at 6:30, the group will head to a Happy Hour at The Lobby Club (@the_lobby_club), East Front Street. See the Flier Reserve Your Spot
Fall Family Workshop - Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. [Saturday, September 13, 10-12pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwaladar Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. Make beautiful cyanotype artwork with instructor Janis Purcell. See the Flier Details and Sign-up
Cookout for a Cause (City of Trenton). [Saturday, September 20, 12-6pm] The Pavillion, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. Come show your support for ALL causes out there... See the Flier
Fatherhood, Family Football Kickoff (Children's Futures). [Saturday, September 20, 12-3pm] 1719 William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton. Specially designed for first-time fathers with children aged 0-18 months. See the Flier Register to Participate
Managing and Delegating for Maximum Impact (a Community Works Workshop). [Monday, September 22, 11:45-1:15pm] Princeton Area Community Foundation, 212 Carnegie Center Road, Suite 201. Managing people—whether they are volunteers or paid staff—is one of the most important skills a nonprofit leader can master. While delegation may seem straightforward, it often comes with hidden barriers. Details and Registration
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, September 26 and 27, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)
Designer Bag Bingo Scholarship Fundraiser (The Ivy League Educational Foundation, Inc.). [Friday, September 26, 7-10pm] The National Guard Armory, 105 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrenceville. See the Flier Get Tickets
The TCHS Sport Nite Extravaganza - OPENING RECEPTION. [Saturday, September 27, 1:30-4:30pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. All are invited. The exhibit will run through September 27, 2026. The exhibit features all 42 years of Sport Nite from 1935-1999. See the Flier
Solo exhibition of work by Salvador Jiménez-Flores: Raíces & Resistencias (Grounds for Sculpture). [from September 28, 2025, to August 1, 2027] Grounds For Sculpture (GFS), 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton. GFS presents a solo exhibition of work by Chicago-based interdisciplinary artist Salvador Jiménez-Flores, curated by GFS Executive Director Gary Garrido Schneider. See the TrentonDaily Article
The TCHS Sport Nite Extravaganza Exhibit. [from Sunday, September 28 through to September 27, 2026. Normal museum hours.] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. All are invited. The exhibit features all 42 years of Sport Nite from 1935-1999. See the Flier Museum Details
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, October 3 and 4, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, October 10 and 11, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)
Fall Family Workshop - Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. [Saturday, October 11, 10-12pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwaladar Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. Make beautiful cyanotype artwork with instructor Janis Purcell. See the Flier Details and Sign-up (Heritage Event)
Fall Arts Festival - Lawrenceville Main Street. [Saturday, October 11, 12-4pm] Main Street Area, Lawrenceville. See the Flier
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, October 17 and 18, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)
Washington Crossing Historic Park - Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park. [Friday and Saturday, October 31 and November 1, 6:30-7:30pm] 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Learn More (Heritage Event)