
NOTE: There will not be an event update broadcast for the week starting May 11. Broadcasts will resume the following week.
NEXT WEEK'S EVENTS.... (Monday - Sunday, May 4 to May 10)
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
Anger Management Sessions for Returning Citizens (City of Trenton, Office of Returning Citizens and Empowerment House). [Tuesday, May 5, 5-7pm] CAES Center, 509 Perry Street, Trenton. See the Flier
Mental Health First Aid for Military, Veterans, and their Families. [Tuesday, May 5, 10:30-6pm] Mercer County Connection, Hamilton Square Shopping Center, 957 Route 33, Hamilton. An evidence-based and early intervention training program developed for adults to learn how to assist and support members of their community who may be experiencing challenges. See the Flier. See the Flier
Government and Comunidad: A Cinco De Mayo Mixer. [Tuesday, May 5, 4-7pm] The Station Tapas and Bar, 14 South Warre Street, Trenton. Come out and join us for this great networking, celebration. See the Flier
Learning with Chef Pearl! Health Focused Menus and Fun Cooking Demonstrations (presented FREE by Isles). [Tuesday, May 5, 5:30-8pm] Isles, 33 Tucker Street, Trenton. Join us for FREE plant-based cooking demonstrations led by Chef Pearl Thompson! Learn how to create health-focused meals that are easy to recreate at home. To register email: ocal...@isles.org or call 609-341-4704. See the Flier
CITY COUNCIL MEETING. [Tuesday, May 5, 5:30pm] Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street, Trenton.
Positive Youth Basketball Training for ages 8-11 and 12-15 (City of Trenton). [from now through to May 28, every Tuesday and Thursday] West Ward Recreation Center, located at 351 Prospect Street. Ages 8 to 11 will train on Tuesdays, and ages 12 to 15 will train on Thursdays. Participants will develop fundamentals, including dribbling, passing, offense, and defense, in a supportive environment. Registration is required. To sign up, call (609) 414-0337. See the Flier (from the Trenton Journal)
Cyber Attacks: 3 Ways to Protect Your Business - United Way of Greater Mercer County, a free VIP Executive Breakfast Seminar. [Wednesday, May 6, 8-10am] United Way of Greater Mercer County, 3444 Quakerbridge Road, Building 3, Suite 101, Hamilton. Cybercrime is no longer a "big company problem." Today, small and mid-sized organizations across New Jersey are being targeted every day - often because attackers believe they are easier to exploit, slower to detect threats, and less prepared to recover. Details and Registration
The County and the Capital - Anthony Carabelli, Jr., Director, Mercer County Office of Economic Development (a Kiwanis Club of Trenton presentation). [Wednesday, May 6, 12pm] Leonardo's II, 2021 U.S. Highway 1, Lawrence. Mercer County partnerships driving economic opportunity. RSVP to McCor...@aol.com See the Flier Press Release
Community Walk - Trenton Community Street Team. [Wednesday, May 6, 3–5pm] Meet at Lamberton Street & Furman Street. Details and RSVP
Mission Made Visible: A Non-Profit Marketing Workshop (Mercer County Culture & Heritage Technical Assistance Workshop Series). [Wednesday, May 6, 5-7pm] Mercer County Library - Lawrence Headquarters, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township. See the Flier. Register to Attend. See the Flier Register to Attend (from The Trenton Journal)
TRENTON MADE (A Trenton Music Experience presentation). [Thursday, May 7 to Saturday, May 9] Join us for a dynamic visual celebration honoring the history of Trenton hip-hop culture and artists, DJs and dancers who shaped this sound. See the Flier
Sipping in Solidarity (a Gathering Ground virtual Community Meetup). [Thursday, May 7, 8:30-9:15am] Sipping in Solidarity is an informal morning check-in space for the Gathering Ground community to ground in with others before starting your day. Bring your own coffee, tea or morning smoothie to our Zoom room, and remember - community matters and you are not alone. See the Flier Details and RSVP
Energy, Infrastructure & Economic Growth: New Jersey’s Competitive Edge. (May membership luncheon, Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber). [Thursday, May 7, 11:30-1:30pm] Princeton Marriott at Forrestal, 100 College Road East, Princeton. This discussion focuses on the reality that energy policy is economic policy — the decisions we make about generation, transmission, and infrastructure directly shape New Jersey’s competitiveness, investment climate, and long-term growth. Details and Registration
Mother's Day Celebration (Help Self). [Thursday, May 7, 12-2pm] 215 North Montgomery Street, Trenton. We will be giving out a token of love, some treats and so more awesome things to Mother's first come first served. See the Flier
Trenton Heritage Week Meeting - Learn about, and join, the 250th Celebration. [Thursday, May 7, 1pm] Council Chambers, City Hall, 319 East State Street, Trenton. Come and join us to learn about events and participation opportunities. See the Flier
Kids R First Preschool - OPEN HOUSE. [Thursday, May 7, 4-7pm] Call 609-832-5593 or 609-832-5594 for details. See the Flier: in English en español (from The HUT Community)
Power of Possibilities - Millhill Child and Family Services Awards Gala. [Thursday, May 7, 5:30pm] The Boathouse, Mercer County Park, West Windsor. Join us as we proudly honor two extraordinary partners whose commitment to our community embodies the true spirit of possibility: NJM Insurance and the Grounds for Sculpture. Details, Tickets and Sponsorships
Millhill Child and Family Development - Power of Possibilities (fundraiser). [Thursday, May 7, 5:30pm] Mercer County Boathouse, 334 South Post Road, West Windsor. Join us as we proudly honor two extraordinary partners: NJM Insurance and Grounds for Sculpture. Details, Tickets and Sponsorships
Trenton Youth Wrestling - 10 Year Celebration. Special Guest, Olympic Champion Jordon Burroughs. [Thursday, May 7, 6-9pm] Social Profit Center, 1 North Johnston Avenue, Hamilton. See the Flier Details and Tickets
SALSA CLASSES - Instructor Isabel Garcia (Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friends Organization). [Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 6:30-8pm] The Party Spot, 340 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier: en español in English
Kick Ball Fun Day for Ages 6-12 (City of Trenton). [Friday, May 8, 4-6pm] West End Little League Field, West State Street and Parkside Avenue. Rain date is Saturday, May 9. See the Flier
OPENING RECEPTION - JAZMYN JONES Solo Exhibition. [Friday, May 8, 6pm] Casa Cultura, 750 Cass Street, Trenton. See the Flier
Casa Cultura Presenta/Presents - JAZMYN JONES Solo Exhibition. [May 8 through to June 10] Casa Cultura, 750 Cass Street, Trenton. Join us at Casa Cultura for a powerful solo exhibition by Jazmyn Jones, a body of work deeply rooted in culture, identity, and community. See the Flier
2026 Aces for Alexander (Alexander's Wish fundraiser). [Player registration opens March 28, the event is on May 9] Mercer County Park Tennis Center, 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Proceeds from the 2026 tournament will once again support college scholarships for students entering their freshman year this fall, helping them take confident steps toward their own futures—just as Alexander would have. See the Flier Details and Sign-up
City Wide Cleanup - South Ward. [Saturday, May 9, 7am] Place items at the curb by 7am. Cleanup consists of yard waste and furniture removal. See the Flier
Saturday Youth Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center (City of Trenton). [Saturdays, Now through to June 14, 10-2pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Mental Health Awareness Resource Fair. [Saturday, May 9, 11-2pm] 509 Perry Street, Trenton. We are seeking resource vendors and community organizations willing to share services, information, and support with our community. Together, we can remind our neighbors that they are not alone, help is available, and healing is possible. See the Flier: in English en español
Free Family Collage Workshop. [Saturday, May 9. 12-2pm] Trenton City Museum at Ellarlie, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. Collage art: the best kind of cutting and pasting! Cutting, shaping, arranging, layering, and gluing will keep participants engaged and focused as they create colorful projects to take home and display! Details and Registration
Life Skills Youth Book Club - Spring and Summer (IreeSky). [May 9, 16, 30 and June 6 and 13. 1-3pm] Held at the 1719 William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton. See the Flier for Details (from The HUT Community)
Saturday Adult Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center. [Saturdays, Now through to June 14, 2-6pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Sunday Youth Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center (City of Trenton). [Sundays, Now through to June 14, 10-12pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Sunday Adult Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center. [Sundays, Now through to June 14, 2-6pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
NEW TO THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
2026 Congressional District 12 (includes Trenton) - WHO IS RUNNING. [from Wikipedia] See who is running, possibly running, declined to run, for Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman's NJ 12th Congressional District seat. WHO IS RUNNING
SALSA CLASSES - Instructor Isabel Garcia (Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friends Organization). [Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 6:30-8pm] The Party Spot, 340 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier: en español in English
Saturday Youth Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center (City of Trenton). [Saturdays, Now through to June 14, 10-2pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Saturday Adult Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center. [Saturdays, Now through to June 14, 2-6pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Sunday Youth Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center (City of Trenton). [Sundays, Now through to June 14, 10-12pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Sunday Adult Spring Open Gym - Sam Naples and West Ward Rec Center. [Sundays, Now through to June 14, 2-6pm] Sam Naples Community Center, 611 Chestnut Avenue. West Ward Recreation Center, 351 Prospect Street. Whether you're looking to get active, play pickup games, or spend time with the community, we’ve got a spot for you. See the Flier
Squire Servance for Congress - Fish Fry Meet and Greet. [ [Thursday, May 14, 5-8pm] 16 West Ingham Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier RSVP to Attend
SALSA CLASSES - Instructor Isabel Garcia (Trenton Puerto Rican Community and Friends Organization). [Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, 6:30-8pm] The Party Spot, 340 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. See the Flier: en español in English