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Update from Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman. [update dated Friday, August 29] See the Update
Central New Jersey's New Digital Equity Training Program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. [apply now] Program running at Mercer County Community College. Now accepting applications for students in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties! You may qualify for FREE workforce training and job placement support! See the Flier Apply Now
GOTrenton! will start charging $2/ride starting October 1 [fares start October 1] The $2.00 fare is a flat, per ride fee - regardless of day, time, or number of passengers you select in your ride. The following stops will remain free for all passengers (for all rides to or from): Trenton Area Soup Kitchen; The Rescue Mission; Children's Home Society; Medina Health Center. Details
NO TRASH COLLECTION MONDAY, September 1 (Labor Day). [Monday, September 1] In observance of the Labor Day Holiday, there will be no trash collection in the City of Trenton on Monday, September 1.
Smoke Detector Install - Citywide. A City of Trenton Safe City Initiative. [Saturday, September 13, 9am volunteer check-in] Volunteers check-in at the Firehouse, 720 South Broad Street. Installing free smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in homes throughout Trenton. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT BY CALLING 609-989-4038. See the Flier
Citizen's Police Academy (Trenton Police Department). [Starting September 17, one 3 hour session per week on Wednesdays. ] Trenton Police HQ, 225 North Clinton Avenue. A FREE 10-week program designed to give you an inside look at the work we do while fostering mutual understanding and trust. For an application, please email Communit...@trentonpolice.net. See the Flier
Trenton Free Public Library - SEPTEMBER EVENTS. [Calendar of Events Throughout September] Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street. See the Calendar. Events Calendar
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
Rich Cuts Barbershop 2nd Annual Block Party and Giveaway. [Monday, September 1, 12-5pm] Rich Cuts Barbershop, 1025 South Broad Street, Trenton. Free food, haircuts, backpacks, school supplies, kid games, face painting and more. 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
NJ50501 Art Exhibit and Event. [Monday, September 1st, 12-2pm] The Plaza, 145 West State Street, Trenton. A labor day protest and art showcase. See the Flier
Black Island presents - First Annual Back to School Giveaway. [Monday, September 1, 1-5pm] 203 Dryden Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier (from The HUT Community)
Painting in the Capital City. [ Tuesday, September 2, 5-7pm] Stacy Park, 1399 Riverside Drive, Trenton. See the Flier
Free 10 Hour OSHA - Authorized Outreach Training for General Industry. [Wednesday and Thursday, September 3 and 4, 9-4pm each day] West ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street, Trenton. Details and Registration
Ribbon Cutting at the Clifton Lofts. [Thursday, September 3, 10am] At the corner of South Clinton and Hamilton Avenue (200 Hamilton Avenue), Trenton. The Clinton Lofts, an award-winning Smart Growth project, not only addresses a critical housing need but also transforms a long-vacant and prominent corner site into vibrant mixed-use housing and creative space. Details and RSVP
Changing a Child's Story (Kiwanis Club of Trenton) with Tekoa Capps, CASA Regional Volunteer Coordinator. [Wednesday, September 3, 12:15pm] at Leonardo's II, 2021 US Highways 1, Lawrence. Please RSVP by September 2 to McCor...@aol.com See the Flier
City Council Meeting. [Thursday, September 4, 5:30pm] City Hall, Council Chambers, 319 East State Street. Meetings and Videos. Meetings, Agendas and Videos
QuickBooks Basics (Webinar from UCEDC). [Friday, September 5, 10-11:30am] This introductory webinar walks participants through the ground level stages of bookkeeping using QuickBooks. Details and Sign-up
Together We Thrive Fair - Trenton Resource and Job Opportunities (Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson in collaboration with the Father Center of NJ). [Friday, September 5, 10-2pm] The Father Center of NJ, 1 West State Street, Trenton. Free community event with over 25 local family resource, employers and social services. 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)
Trenton Walks - Special History of the Delaware & Raritan Canal. [Saturday, September 6, 10am] Special History of the Delaware & Raritan Canal hike with Bob Barth of D&R Canal Watch. The 3.2-mile Walk will leave from Ellarslie Mansion in Cadwalader Park, and travel via the D&R Canal Towpath to the Trenton Battle Monument, returning to Cadwalader Park via the D&R Canal State Park Greenway and Towpath. (TGT Walk #9). Details and Maps (Heritage Event)
Insect Festival - Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County. [Saturday, September 6, 11-2pm] Mercer County Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Pennington. Spend a fun day exploring the lives of insects, featuring a variety of activities focused on bugs, bees, and plants. The Mercer County Horticulturist is on hand to answer any bug or plant question you might have. See the Flier
Community Wellness Day (The Corey McNair Foundation). [ [Saturday, September 6, 12-3pm] ] Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 735 East State Street, Trenton. Free food; free clothing; free household items. See the Flier
Mercer County Fiesta Latina. [Saturday, September 6, 12-7pm] Mercer County Park Festival Grounds, West Windsor. Come see the awesome Johnny Ray Salsa Con Clase and Limi-T 21 the popular merengue band to celebrate Hispanic Heritage. Details and Tickets
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
Spirit in the Community FLEA MARKET. [Sunday, September 7, 1-3pm] HUB-13, 13 West Front Street. Open to all. Vendors and community leaders welcome. See the Flier
Music and Mingle at 120 East State. [Sunday, September 7, 4pm ] 120 East State Street, Trenton. Join us for an afternoon with contest musicians! Meet the makers and feel the music! Doors open at 4:00pm. Hear the music contest entries starting at 4:30pm. Free to attend. Registration required. Register to Attend
NEW TO THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
Unclaimed Property - Mercer County Educational Programs. [Tuesday, September 9, 10:45am] East Windsor Township Senior Center, 40 Lanning Boulevard, East Windsor. Register by calling 609-989-6650 at least two days in advance. See the Flier
Small Business Funding Opportunities (Webinar from UCEDC). [Tuesday, September 9, 11:30-1pm] This workshop addresses accessing capital for small businesses (loans, and grant opportunities), as well as coaching on what’s expected in obtaining capital. Details and Sign-up
Painting in the Capital City. [Tuesday, September 9, 5-7pm] Orange Street Park, 500 Beatty Street, Trenton. See the Flier
Healthy Eating as We Age - Mercer County Educational Programs. [Wednesday, September 10, 10:45am] Reading Senior Center, 454 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton. Register by calling 609-989-6650 at least two days in advance. See the Flier
Early Bird Walk - A free casual hike to spot our migrating feathered friends (Ages 13 and up). [Thursday, September 11, 8:30-11am] Mercer Meadows, Reed-Bryan Farm, 111-167 Cold Soil Rd, Lawrence Township. See the Flier Register to Participate
Estate Planning - Mercer County Educational Programs. [Monday, September 15, 10:45am] Hamilton Township Senior Center, 408 Cyprus Lane, Hamilton. Register by calling 609-989-6650 at least two days in advance. See the Flier
Painting in the Capital City. [Tuesday, September 16, 5-7pm] Cadwalader Park, Grace Crossland Pavilion, Parkside Avenue, Trenton See the Flier
Citi-Stat Meeting - Improve government and talk with the Department Directors. [Wednesday, September 17, 10am] City Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street. Speak directly with City Directors and share your thoughts & be heard. See the Flier
Nursing Career Fair (NJ Department of Health). [Wednesday, September 17, 10-4pm] Stratton Auditorium, 100 Sullivan Way, Trenton. RNs full time and per diem positions available. See the Flier (from the Trenton Journal)
Make Your Website Work For You (Webinar from UCEDC). [Thursday, September 18, 8-9am] Learn how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports your goals. Whether you’re launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help. Details and Sign-up
4C's Meeting. [Thursday, September 18, 10am] Friendship Baptist Church, 111 Perry Street, Trenton.
Consumer Scam Prevention - Mercer County Educational Programs. [Thursday, September 18, 10:45am] Hollowbrook Community Center, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing. Register by calling 609-989-6650 at least two days in advance. See the Flier
First Inaugural Returning Citizens Summit. [Friday, September 19, 9-5pm] 1 West State Street, 5th Floor, Trenton. Expungement, Free ID Services, Warrant Recalls, Pathways to Employment, Entertainment, Veteran Services and more. See the Flier Register to Attend
Oktoberfest at Hopewell Valley Golf Course. [Friday, September 19, 6:30-10:30pm] 114 Pennington-Hopewell Road, Hopewell. Details and Tickets (from the Trenton Journal)
TCHS Homecoming - Parade and Game. [Wednesday, September 20, 11:30am Parade, 1pm Game] Trenton Central High school. See the Flier
Casa Cultura Open House / Casa Abierta. [Saturday, September 20, 12-6pm] 750 Cass Street, Trenton. Join us on Saturday, September 20th from 12–6 PM as Casa Cultura opens its doors for a "pop-up" event during Art All Day by Artworks Trenton! Event Details. Event Details
Painting in the Capital City. [Tuesday, September 23, 5-7pm] Mill Hill Park, East Front Street and South Broad Street, Trenton. See the Flier
Independent Business Alliance Kick-off (Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Thursday, September 25, 8-10am] Bank of America Merrill Lynch, 1600 Building Bank of America / Merrill Lynch Campus, Hopewell. Join us for the IBA Kickoff Event on September 25, where small business owners and entrepreneurs will gain the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to grow and succeed. Details and Registration
Early Bird Walk - A free casual hike to spot our migrating feathered friends (Ages 13 and up). [Thursday, September 25, 8:30-11am] 28 Fiddlers Creek Road, Titusville. See the Flier Register to Participate
Senior Medicare Patrol - Mercer County Educational Programs. [Friday, September 26, 10:45am] Vincent J. Calcagno Senior Citizen Center, 1117 Route 130, Robbinsville. Register by calling 609-989-6650 at least two days in advance. See the Flier
Smart Moves: A Hands-On AI Workshop for Small Business Owners (Webinar from UCEDC). [Tuesday, September 30, 8:30-10am] This working session is designed specifically for small business owners who are ready to roll up their sleeves and discover how AI can be integrated into real-world business scenarios. Details and Sign-up
Painting in the Capital City. [Tuesday, September 30, 5-7pm] Villa Park, Lyndale Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier
Briefing: Participatory Budgeting Project with Nisha Thompson (via Zoom. A Gathering Ground Briefing). [Thursday, October 2, 2:30-4pm] This Briefing will break down what participatory budgeting is - a democratic process that allows communities to directly decide how to spend part of a public budget - and how community members can work towards making public budgets more equitable and effective. Details and RSVP. Details and RSVP
15th Annual 5K Breast Cancer Walk/Run. [Saturday, October 4, 8-1pm] Mercer County Park, West Picnic Area, 1638 Old Trenton Road, Princeton. See the Flier Registration
MercerPalooza - Celebrating Mercer County Community College's 60 years. [Sunday, October 5, 12-4pm] 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. A celebration of MCCC's role as a vibrant hub for education and community engagement for 60 amazing years! Enjoy a free BBQ lunch, exciting community performances, and free activities for all ages. Event Details.
Early Bird Walk - A free casual hike to spot our migrating feathered friends (Ages 13 and up). [Friday, October 10, 8:30-11am] Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. See the Flier Register to Participate
Aída Cuevas – “The Queen of Mariachi” [Friday, October 17, 7:30pm] Matthews Theatre at McCarter, 91 University Place, Princeton. Details and Tickets
AI+Web Design: Create Your Own Digital Magazine for Ages 10-13 (a Black Girls Code virtual event). [Wednesday, September 3, 6-8pm] Bring your ideas to life in a custom online magazine! In this beginner-friendly workshop, students will use HTML, CSS, and AI tools to design and build a multi-page website filled with creative content. Details and Sign-Up
Early Bird Walk - A free casual hike to spot our migrating feathered friends (Ages 13 and up). [Friday, October 24, 8:30-11am] Rosedale Park, 424 Federal City Road, Pennington. See the Flier Register to Participate
3rd Annual Sheltered Yoga Empty Bowl Fundraiser. [Sunday, October 26, 1-4pm] The Barn at Gravity Hill Farm, 67 Pleasant Valley Road, Titusville. Details and Tickets