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RWJUH Hamilton June Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
ASK THE DIETITIAN
Tuesday, Jun. 2 + 12; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday, Jun. 15; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet with our Registered Dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Jun. 2; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Presented by our oncology nurse navigator and certified oncology social worker at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey, and offers participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609.584.6680 to confirm attendance.
DINNER WITH A DOCTOR: RETHINKING KNEE PAIN
Thursday, Jun. 4; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join Adam Redlich, MD, for an informative lecture on effective non-surgical approaches to knee pain. Learn how regenerative therapies, gel shots and Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment (OMT) may help reduce pain and improve mobility. Discover options to stay active and manage knee pain, without surgery. Dinner will be provided.
THE POWER OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR DIABETES
Monday, Jun. 8; 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Jun. 17; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join us to learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices. Learn the basics of diabetes and how
nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control your diabetes.
WII GAMES
Monday, Jun. 8; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, Jun. 19; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join members of the RWJ Rehabilitation Hamilton team for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics.
ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Monday, Jun. 15; 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Join us for a presentation of the hospital’s recent achievements and plans for the future. A complimentary light breakfast will be served. Lisa Breza, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Administrative Officer, will provide an overview of the hospital’s recent accomplishments and plans for future growth.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Jun. 16; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
COLON HEALTH LECTURE AND TAKE-HOME SCREENING KITS
Tuesday, Jun. 16; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Learn about colon cancer risks and ways to keep your colon healthy. Receive a screening kit to take home and mail back.
GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Jun. 16; 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This group brings individuals with gynecologic cancer the support, education, and empowerment they
need to move along the path to recovery. Topics discussed include coping with the emotional impact of cancer, adjusting to changes during and after treatment, and managing concerns about recurrence. For more information or to register, call 609-584-6680. This program takes place at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, 2575 Klockner Rd., Hamilton, NJ.
WALK & TALK WITH DOCTORS
Wednesday, Jun. 17; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This program features RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group providers Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncologist, and Natalie Lopyan, MD, Breast Surgical Oncologist, from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Registered attendees will take a short walk on a flat paved path outside on the hospital’s campus.
HEART-HEALTHY NUTRITION
Thursday, Jun. 18; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join Lori Hager, MS, RD, for our bimonthly nutrition education class. Learn about making dietary choices that support cardiovascular health. Discuss the principles of heart-healthy nutrition. Gain tips for meal planning and preparation. Explore heart-healthy recipes.
MENTAL HEALTH IS A FAMILY AFFAIR
Thursday, Jun. 18; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Both genetics and environment (nature and nurture) are equally important when it comes to mental health. The family unit has significant impact on any member coping with a mental health challenge
and vice versa. By coming together, breaking the silence, and learning more about healthy coping strategies, we promote resilience and bring wellbeing well within reach.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Jun. 23; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Stroke Support Group is a place for survivors and caregivers to build a community. The group will share personal experiences, feelings, recovery strategies, and firsthand information on managing life after stroke. Meetings will be facilitated by two outpatient rehabilitation therapists. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.
MONTHLY HEARING/BALANCE SCREENINGS
Wednesday, Jun. 24; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
These FREE 15-minute appointments are designed to help assess your hearing health or your balance health/fall risk. To reserve a required appointment time or to learn more, call 609-245-7390, the RWJ Balance & Hearing Center at RWJUH Hamilton, located at, 2 Hamilton Health Pl., Hamilton, NJ.
BROWN BAG PHARMACY EDUCATION
Wednesday, Jun. 24; 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Bring your medications, vitamins and supplements — or a complete list of them — for a free review with our expert medication safety pharmacist, Shesha Desai. Pharm D., Rph. BC-ADM. Get answers to your questions, learn about possible drug interactions and ensure your medications are working safely and effectively for you.
REIKI SHARE
Wednesday, Jun. 24; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow. WISE WOMEN DISCUSSION GROUP
Thursday, Jun. 25; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join this group of lively women as we discuss this month’s theme: “Making Friends in Adulthood”.
AM I AT RISK? TYPE 2 DIABETES SCREENING
Thursday, Jun. 25; 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Nearly 98 million American adults have prediabetes, and almost 90% are unaware of their condition. Understanding your risk is vital. Come in for a Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment. Those who score moderate risk or higher will receive a complimentary A1C screening.
CREATIVE ARTS: JUNK JOURNALING
Tuesday, Jun. 30; 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Junk journaling is a stress reducing activity that allows individuals to express themselves through creativity. This unique way of journaling involves repurposing old items and transforming them into beautiful and personal works of art. Grab some “junk” and get crafty while working on your mental health and wellness.
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
A SOCIAL HOUR ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS
Wednesday, June 3, 10, and 17; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
TAI CHI CLASSES
Thursday, June 4 & 18; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
AGELESS GRACE: SEATED EXERCISE FOR THE BRAIN & BODY
Monday, June 8 & 22; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
YOGA
Tuesday, June 9 and 30; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. OR 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
MEDITATION CLASSES
Tuesday, June 9 and 30; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesday, June 9 and 30; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. OR 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
GAME TIME!
Friday, June 12 and 26; 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LUNCH AND LEARN: STRONGER FROM WITHIN: WAYS TO BOOST IMMUNITY WITH GABRIELA ALVAREZ, PHARMD, AND CHRISTIN KIM, PHARMD.
Wednesday, June 3; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
As we age, natural changes in the immune system can increase the risk of infections and slow recovery. Learn strategies to support immune health and reduce the risk of serious illness with Gabriela Alvarez, PharmD, BCPS, BCGP and Christin Kim, PharmD, Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Resident, RWJBarnabas Health.
SOCRATES CAFÉ
Friday, June 12; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This class encourages open discussion and the sharing of thoughts, beliefs, ideas and personal experiences. An unofficial mantra is that we learn best when we ask questions and explore them together. This is a safe and welcoming space where all viewpoints are respected. Come with an
open mind, respect for one another and curiosity about where the conversation may lead. This program will be led by a Better Health Member.
LUNCH AND LEARN: YOUR GUIDE TO PELVIC CONDITIONS AFTER MENOPAUSE WITH ALEXANDRA TABAKIN, MD
Tuesday, June 16; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us for an empowering and informative discussion on female pelvic health after menopause. This talk will explore the common pelvic floor conditions that many women experience at this stage of life, including symptoms, causes and available treatment options. Gain practical knowledge to better understand your body with Alexandra L. Tabakin, MD, a fellowship-trained urogynecologist and urologist, member of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group and Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Urology, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
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GENEALOGY WORKGROUP
Thursday, June 18; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Everything is better with friends! Whether you are just beginning to research your family history or are already well on your journey, bring your materials and join us. This is a space to share your successes and challenges, or simply work on your project alongside a supportive, friendly community of fellow researchers.
LUNCH & LEARN: THE POWER OF FOOD FOR DIABETES AND PREDIABETES
Tuesday, June 30; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join Lori Hager, MS, RD learn how to manage and control diabetes through dietary choices. Learn the basics of diabetes and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control diabetes.
Scan QR code to view, learn more & register on-line for the programs listed above. Or visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonPrograms Email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org or call 609-584-5900 to learn more
City Center
Old Barracks Museum to host first ever Founders Day
The Old Barracks Museum is set to host its first ever Trenton Barracks Founders Day on June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This family-friendly event promises a day filled with fun and entertainment for the entire community. Guests can enjoy a bubble show (11 AM and 1 PM), face painting, balloon animals, and food trucks, including Gita’s Mobile Cafe, Memos Foodtruck, and Rainbow Snow. There will also be a rousing musical performance by the Blawenburg Band from 2 to 3 PM, entitled “Listening to the Revolution: 250 Years of American Music.”
The New Jersey State Museum and the 1719 William Trent House Museum will also be on-site, providing information and hosting activities throughout the day. The Trent House will host an exhibit and a game based on the theme “Trenton Eyewitness to Revolution.” The New Jersey State Museum will have informational materials for the museum’s programs and exhibits celebrating New Jersey’s and the United States’ 250th anniversary. They will also have an interactive button-making craft inspired by their brand-new exhibition, “Spirit of ‘76: The Bicentennial.”
In 1902, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized the Old Barracks Association and purchased the building. The site became a museum in 1903 and continues to welcome guests from across the globe. Trenton Barracks Founders Day will celebrate the unique history of one of the nation’s last freestanding colonial barracks while honoring the women who fought to preserve the site.
The event will be free due to support from sponsor Hunter Research.
The Old Barracks is also making plans to celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary with a grand reopening. The museum will welcome guests back to the museum and unveil the results of its yearlong restoration.
The official opening is scheduled for 10 a.m., when the museum will welcome local officials to help swing open the gates. Visitors will be invited to preview three new exhibits that highlight the site’s, as well as New Jersey’s, role in American history.
The museum will also be displaying, for the first time in decades, George Washington’s Inaugural Flower Arch, the original historic arch that he passed un-
der during his inaugural march through Trenton. The celebration will include a recreation of the arch, covered with hand-dyed wood flowers, each representing a donor. A group photo will be taken with the donors at 11 a.m.
The vocal duo Liberty Tree (Stacy Roth and Bob Dupre) will sing “Welcome Mighty Chief,” an ode written by Major Richard Howell to the tune of Handel’s “See the Conquering Hero Comes,” at 10:30 a.m.
More information about Trenton Barracks Founders Day and the grand reopening is online at barracks.org.
Mill Hill to host 35th annual Garden Tour
Through gardens, historic landmarks, and a citywide shuttle featuring narration by George Washington himself, the Old Mill Hill Society’s 35th Annual Garden Tour invites visitors to step directly into the story of America’s founding.
Taking place from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, this year’s tour expands beyond its celebrated tradition of showcasing private gardens. In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, “Seeds of Liberty: A Moving History Experience” reimagines the garden tour as an immersive, citywide journey that connects Trenton’s past to its present through movement, storytelling, and place.
“This year’s tour is about more than opening our gardens; it’s about opening the city itself,” says Terry West, OMHS Garden Tour chair. “Seeds of Liberty invites people to move through Trenton as history unfolded; across neighborhoods, landmarks, and stories that continue to shape who we are today.”
The program extends beyond the neighborhood itself, linking visitors to a network of historic sites that together illuminate Trenton’s pivotal role in the American narrative. Artworks Trenton, the Mercer Cemetery, the 1719 William Trent House and the Old Barracks Museum will all be part of the day’s festivities.
At the center of the experience will a continuous shuttle loop doubling as a guided tour narrated by George Washington. The shuttle connects aHl five of the main locations on the tour. historical interpreter Bill Agress will portray Washington.
Drawing from letters, military accounts, and personal reflections, Wash-
ington will speak directly to passengers, offering urgency, strategy and human perspective to the events that unfolded in Trenton during the American Revolution.
Intended to complementing the journey is a commemorative Seeds of Liberty Passport, a printed booklet intended to serve as a guide for visitors through the day. Guests can collect stamps at each location, marking their movement through Trenton.
“At its heart, this day is about bringing people together through gardens, through history, and through shared experience,” says Simran Riar, president of the Old Mill Hill Society. “We’re proud to open our neighborhood and our city to everyone.” Online: trentonmillhill.org.
Isles offering business improvement grants for Trenton’s downtown
Isles, Inc. is now accepting applications for the Downtown Business Improvement Grant, offering up to $10,000 to el-
igible for-profit small businesses located within Downtown Trenton.
The grant supports two categories of investment: exterior preservation and business upgrades. For facade and exterior improvements, including masonry repair, historic window and door replacement, and structural facade work, Isles will cover 100% of costs, paid directly to the contractor. For business upgrades including signage, flooring, point-of-sale systems, kitchen equipment, and furniture, Isles will reimburse 80% of eligible costs, with a 20% match required from the grantee.
“Downtown Trenton’s small businesses are the backbone of this corridor’s identity, and this grant puts real resources behind the people who have invested in keeping it that way,” said Jason Allen, nanaging director of community planning and development at Isles. “Whether it’s restoring a historic facade or upgrading kitchen equipment, we want owners to know that meaningful See CITY, Page 4
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improvements are within reach, and that they don’t have to navigate the process alone.”
Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio at Casa Cultura for June
20 concert
CASH FOR GOLD
The program is funded through the Department of Community Affairs’ Neighborhood Preservation Program and administered by Isles, Inc. in partnership with the City of Trenton. Applications will be reviewed by the Downtown Trenton NPP Stakeholders Group and Isles representatives, with awards prioritized based on each project’s potential to generate visible, lasting improvement to Downtown Trenton’s commercial corridor.
“Strong, vibrant downtowns are built one block and one storefront at a time,” said Sean Jackson, CEO of Isles. “This program reflects Isles’ long-standing commitment to Trenton, partnering with the City and the State to make sure the entrepreneurs and small business owners who have invested in this community have the tools to keep growing here.”
The application deadline is June 15. To apply, visit nppdowntowntrenton.org.
Casa Cultura continues its lineup of spring cultural programming on Friday, June 20 with a live concert performance. Doors are set to open at 7:30 p.m. for a concert with The Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio, featuring Marel Hidalgo on guitar. Hidalgo, a 17-year-old from New Jersey, began playing guitar at the age of four. He has performed at such venues as the Exit Zero Jazz Festival and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Hidalgo will be accompanied by Ana Petrova on organ and Winard Harper on drums. General admission tickets are $35, available online at casaculturacenter. org.
Casa Cultura is a community-based cultural organization with a mission of expanding access to the arts, preserving cultural heritage and creating opportunities for artists and residents to connect through creative expression. Community support and donations help sustain the programming.
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Plenty of fun things to do this summer in Mercer County
By Jenna Rittman
The summer rapidly approaching brings many fairs and festivals to New Jersey. From an art walk to a music festival, there’s something out there for everyone.
Read more about all the festivities happening this summer down below.
Pride on the Plaza
This annual, all-age dance party features live music, a marketplace, and various activities. The event is a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, and centers on making everyone feel accepted. The dance party will feature a special appearance by drag artist Gym Da Hollow. In the event of rain, Pride on the Plaza will be held in the Community Room of the Princeton Public Library. Otherwise, it will take place in Hinds Plaza, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. For more information, visit www.princetonlibrary.org or contact (609) 924-9529. Friday, June 5, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
The Princeton Festival
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s Princeton Festival runs from June 5 to June 21, with a lineup of performances set underneath a tented pavilion installed on the grounds of Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton (unless otherwise noted).
The 2026 festival kicks off with Broadway star Sierra Boggess, who has starred in the musicals “The Little Mermaid,” “The Phantom of the Opera” and “School of Rock.” She will perform renditions of Broadway classics and her favorite melodies, accompanied by piano. Friday, June 5, 7 p.m.
World-renowned bel canto soprano Sondra Radvanovsky partners with the Princeton Symphony Orchestra for a concert of popular arias and duets by Verdi and Puccini. Saturday, June 6, 8 p.m.
The American Repertory Ballet and the Princeton Symphony Orchestra come together to present “An Evening of Dance.” The program includes selections of “Sleeping Beauty” and “Swan Lake” alongside “The Beech Tree” from Plan and Elevation. Sunday, June 7, 7 p.m.
The baroque ensemble The Sebastians returns to the Princeton Festival with a program highlighting beloved Bach cantatas, performed in the historic Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton. Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m.
The second orchestra performance held at Trinity Church will be the New
with 22 fun rides, 16 games of skill and chance, and food from Four Boys Ice Cream, Momma Rosa Pizza, Kona Ice, and G&L Gyros.
In addition, there will be both fireworks and a drone show. Firework displays are held Tuesday, June 23 and Saturday, June 27. The drone show will be held Thursday, June 25. The carnival is also known for its robust 50/50.
Admission is free. Open from Monday, June 22, 6 p.m. through Saturday, June 27, 11 p.m.
4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton. Visit sggcarnival.com for more details.
LEAD Fest State Fair
The state festival returns to the Mercer County Festival Grounds in West Windsor this year from June 26 through July 5. The festival will include carnival rides, food and craft vendors and games.
York City based ensemble Twelfth Night, with a program centered on Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. They will also perform works by Durante, Locatelli and additional works by Vivaldi. A reception will immediately follow the concert. Thursday, June 11, 7 p.m.
Get ready for an opera full of love and betrayal with Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly.” This tragic love story takes place in Japan and follows Cio-Cio-San, a young Japanese woman, and her marriage to Pinkerton, an American naval officer.
The opera explores themes of love, betrayal and heartbreak between the two characters. Friday, June 12, 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 14, 4 p.m.
Queen Nation, billed as the topranked Queen Tribute Band in the United States, brings a 90-minute concert full of renditions of classic Queen songs to Morven. Saturday, June 13, 7 p.m.
Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble Time for Three merges classical, Americana and singer-songwriter traditions into a singular sound, with two violinists and a double bassist. Thursday, June 18, 7 p.m.
The Great Ladies of Jazz stars both Capitha Jenkins and Aisha de Haas who have come together to pay tribute to famous jazz artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Billie Holiday and more. The concert will feature hits from the Great American Songbook, and the Princeton Symphony Orchestra will play alongside the singers. Friday, June 19, 7 p.m.
The siblings Kevin Bacon (an A-list Hollywood actor) and Michael Bacon
(Emmy-winning composer), also known as The Bacon Brothers, have spent the last three decades together creating their own mix of folk, rock, soul and country music. This sound of theirs, which they have termed as “forosoco,” has brought them to various performance halls around the world. Now they’re in Princeton. Saturday, June 20, 7 p.m.
The festival closes with a performance by Broadway star Julie Benko and the PSO with a celebration of America’s 250th birthday, “American Fanfare.” The performance showcases Americana music by some of the country’s top composers. Sunday, June 21, 3 p.m.
For tickets and more information, visit www.princetonsymphony.org/festival.
Mercer County Cultural Festival
Mercer County’s annual Cultural Festival at Mercer County Park, West Windsor, features live performances of music and dance, as well as traditional art demonstrations showcasing multiple different cultures represented in the region. Admission is free. Saturday, June 6, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
More details at mercercounty.org/ departments/culture-and-heritage/ cultural-festival.
St. Gregory the Great Carnival
One of central New Jersey’s most highly attended public events, St. Gregory the Great’s annual carnival, returns
Alongside nightly live music, there will be firework displays and a drone show. Firework displays are held on Friday, June 26 and Monday, June 29. The drone show will be held on Saturday, July 4.
Admission is $5; pre-sale Mega Passes are $25, which include admission to the carnival and an unlimited ride wristband (pre-sale ends at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 26). Monday through Friday, 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 3 to 10 p.m. For more information and tickets, visit theleadfest.com.
Sourland Mountain Festival
The music festival makes a comeback on Saturday, July 25, at Unionville Vineyards in Ringoes. The event features a scavenger hunt for children, food from local vendors and a live music lineup to be announced. Saturday, July 25, 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
$35 until July 1st; $50 from July 2 to July 25. Children under 12 are free. Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes. sourlandmountainfest.com.
Jersey Fresh Jam
New Jersey’s premiere Hip Hop festival invites regional, local, national and international graffiti artists and musicians to celebrate Hip Hop culture on the East Coast.
Artists decorate the walls of TerraCycle INC while local musicians provide the soundtrack for the activities. Admission is free. Saturday, August 15, noon to 7 p.m.
TerraCycle Complex, 121 New York Avenue, Trenton. jerseyfreshjam.com.
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What’s happening?
What’s Happening is a selection of events taking place this month in our area. For even more events, go online to our website, communitynews.org/events. Details below were believed to be accurate at time of publication. We always recommend that you confirm all necessary details when planning to attend an event.
monday, June 1
toddler Storytime & Play, Trenton Free Public Library. 10 a.m. With Ms. Love in the Children’s Room. Songs and stories and play time afterward. 120 Academy St, Trenton. open art, Trenton Free Public Library. 5 p.m. In the Children’s Room. Crafts with Ms. Damaris. trentonlib.org. 120 Academy St, Trenton.
tueSday, June 2
african drum Circle with mr. Boom Boom, Trenton Free Public Library. 10 a.m. Mister Boom Boom is the stage persona of Frank Coates, founder of Play Patrol Company and creator of Mister Boom Boom’s Music Room. Mister Boom Boom blends music, movement and humor to create experiences for children and families. Free. 120 Academy St, Trenton.
2026 Princeton mercer Chamber Job Fair, Rider University. 1 p.m. Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce’s second annual job fair. Free to job seekers. princetonmercerchamber.org. , Lawrenceville. drop-in Games, Trenton Free Public Library. 5 p.m. In Community Room A. Drop-in program. 120 Academy St, Trenton. aberdeen ironbirds at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. Villa Victoria students sing the National Anthem to start the Trenton Thunder game. trentonthunder.com. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton.
WedneSday, June 3
Storytime with J. Read, Trenton Free Public Library. 4 p.m. New Jersey author and musician J. Read will read and playing music set to his book “Chickadee.” trentonlib.org. 120 Academy St, Trenton. taG meeting, Trenton Free Public Library. 4:30 p.m. Ages 13-17 in the YA Lounge. The Teen Advisory Group meets to discuss becoming involved in your library. trentonlib. org. 120 Academy St, Trenton. aberdeen ironbirds at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. trentonthunder. com. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton.
thuRSday, June 4
der, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 8 p.m. The Cat in the Hat and Horton the Elephant take you on a journey from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the World of the Who’s— and a little boy with a big imagination proves that a person is a person, no matter how small. $26/$24. kelseytheatre.org. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, Windsor. the Williamsboy, Trenton Tir Na nOg. 9 p.m. 1324 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
SatuRday, June 6
Lego hour, Trenton Free Public Library. 8 a.m. The floor is yours to build anything you want with everyone’s favorite building blocks: Legos! Head down to the Children’s Room from 5-6pm to get your creative juices flowing! 120 Academy St, Trenton. Women of achievement awards 2026, TPC Jasna Polana. 8 a.m. This year’s honorees Mary Betz, Brenda Ross-Dulan and Suzanne Borgos. princetonmercerchamber. org. 4519 Province Line Road, Princeton. aberdeen ironbirds at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton.
FRiday, June 5
Williamsport Crosscutters at trenton thun-
Strawberry Festival, Terhune Orchards. 10 a.m. Also Sunday, June 7. A weekend party to celebrate these plump and juicy berries. Advance tickets at terhuneorchards.com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton. old time Baseball Game & Wash day, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. Watch the Flemington Neshanocks face off against the Elizabeth Resolutes in a historical baseball club match 1:30 p.m. howellfarm. org. 70 Woodens Ln, Lambertville. 35th annual mill hill Garden tour. Noon to 5 p.m. In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, Seeds of Liberty: A Moving History Experience reimagines the garden tour as a citywide journey that connects Trenton’s past to its present. explore more than twenty-five private gardens within this historic residential district. trentonmillhill.org/tours. Start tour at Artworks, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton. trenton’s Story Begins here, Community Celebration, William Trent House. Noon. Annual Ice Cream Social in partnership with Trenton Puerto Rican Community & Friends and the Old Mill Hill Society’s Garden Tour. Ice cream between noon and 3 p.m. accompanied by live cuatro and drum performances. At 3 pm, students from The College of New Jersey will be joined by a Trenton couple whose story of the Great Migration from South Carolina to Trenton will be presented: “A Love Story that Traveled Time and Space.” Live jazz from 4 to 6 p.m. Walk the grounds and view new interpretive signs. No admission fee. williamtrenthouse.org. 15 Market St, Trenton. Poet Roberta Batorsky, Classics Bookstore. Noon. Batorsky will be reading from her book, “Perihelion,” and also reading new poetry. She has previously read at Princeton Makes, and the Big Blue Marble in Mount Airy. 4 W. Lafayette St., Trenton. Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 2 and 8 p.m. $26/$24. kelseytheatre.org. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, Windsor.
Williamsport Crosscutters at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 6 p.m. trentonthunder.com. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. the Launch tribute to Boston, Styx, and Queen at Cooper’s Riverview!, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. Live in concert. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.
Sunday, June 7
Williamsport Crosscutters at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 1 p.m. trentonthunder.com. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 2 p.m. $26/$24.
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Christian mcBride and ursa major, McCarter Theatre Center. 7 p.m. Christian McBride is an 11-time Grammy-winning bassist, is joined by saxophonist Nicole Glover, guitarist Ely Perlman, pianist Mike King and drummer Savannah Harris. Tickets at mccarter.org. 91 University Pl, Princeton.
tueSday, June 9
State of the County 2026, The Boathouse at Mercer Lake. 8 a.m. In County Executive Benson’s 2026 State of the County address he will update the community on priority projects and share what lies ahead. Tickets at princetonmercerchamber.org. 334 South Post Road, West Windsor. mercer Street Friends Sixth annual Leadership awards Celebration, Mercer Street Friends Food Bank. 5 p.m. Special event will honor community leaders who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to Mercer Street Friends’ mission. Live music and food. mercerstreetfriends. org. 3 Graphics Drive, Ewing. hamilton de holanda trio, McCarter Theatre Center. 7:30 p.m. Hamilton de Holanda is one of Brazil’s most celebrated musicians, a global ambassador for Brazilian music, and a master of improvisation. Tickets at mccarter.org. 91 University Pl, Princeton.
thuRSday, June 11
teen art drop-in, New Jersey State Museum. 3 p.m. Free after-school program for teens ages 14 and up. In the museum’s Imagination Studio. statemuseum.nj.gov. 205 W State St, Trenton.
FRiday, June 12
State College Spikes at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 8 p.m. $26/$24. kelseytheatre.org. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, Windsor.
SatuRday, June 13
haying & Wagon Rides, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. Learn how to make hay the old-fashioned way. Farmers are cutting, tedding, and raking loose hay to store in the barn for the horses. howellfarm.org. 70 Woodens Ln, Lambertville.
trenton Barracks Founders day, Old Barracks Museum. 11 a.m. Bubble show, face painting, balloon animals, food trucks, and a musical performance by the Blawenburg Band. The New Jersey State Museum and the 1719 William Trent House Museum will also host activities throughout the day. For families. Free. barracks.org. 101 Barracks Street, Trenton.
Bill Lynch and Brian Casale, Trenton Tir Na nOg. 2 p.m. 1324 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
Francis hopkinson, Old City Hall. 2 p.m. Francis Hopkinson re-enactor Sam Saperstein gives presentation about Hopkinson, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Tickets $10. cityofbordentown.com/events. 11 Crosswicks St, Bordentown.
Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 2 and 8 p.m. $26/$24. kelseytheatre.org. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, Windsor.
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ture tricky tray, West Trenton Ballroom. 4:30 p.m. Embrella fundraiser. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Bingo starts 6 p.m. Couture Tricky Tray Calling 8 p.m. Must purchase advance tickets at embrella.org. Embrella is formerly Foster and Adoptive Family Services. 40 W Upper Ferry Rd, Ewing. State College Spikes at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 6 p.m. trentonthunder.com. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. dave & ellen anderson, Trenton Tir Na nOg. 9 p.m. 1324 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
Sunday, June 14
State College Spikes at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 1 p.m. trentonthunder.com. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. Seussical the musical presented by theater to Go, Kelsey Theatre. 2 p.m. $26/$24. kelseytheatre.org. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, Windsor.
tueSday, June 16
State College Spikes at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton. open mic w/ Jerry & John monk, Trenton Tir Na nOg. 8 p.m. 1324 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
thuRSday, June 18
Princeton Festival: time for three, Morven Museum & Garden. 7 p.m. Grammy and Em-winning ensemble Time for Three consists of Ranaan Meyer (double bass, vocals), Nicolas Kendall (violin, vocals) and Charles Yang (violin, vocals). TIckets at princetonsymphony.org/festival. 55 Stockton St, Princeton.
FRiday, June 19
Princeton Festival: Great Ladies of Jazz, Morven Museum & Garden. 7 p.m. The Great Ladies of Jazz stars Capathia Jenkins and Aisha de Haas as they pay tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday, Judy Garland, Ginger Rogers, and others, featuring hits from the Great American Songbook. Lucas Waldin conducts the Princeton Symphony Orchestra. Tickets at princetonsymphony.org/festival. 55 Stockton St, Princeton. the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 8 p.m. In Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identity, mayhem and misunderstandings, twin brothers and their twin servants are separated from each other and embark on a search to find their other halves. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
SatuRday, June 20
gan Trio. The trio features Marel Hidalgo on guitar, Ana Petrova on organ, and Winard Harper on drums. casaculturacenter.org. 750 Cass St., Trenton.
el Varon de La Bachata, Platino Bar and Lounge. 8 p.m. 302 Franklin Street, Trenton.
FreeStyle Forever Band at Cooper’s Riverview! w dJ Frank oliveti!, Cooper’s Riverview. 8 p.m. FreeStyle Forever Band at Cooper’s Riverview! w DJ Frank Oliveti! Dance Party! 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton.
Sunday, June 21
the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 2 p.m. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
tueSday, June 23
mahoning Valley Scrappers at trenton thunder, Trenton Thunder Ballpark. 7 p.m. 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton.
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FRiday, June 26
Farmstead Fridays, Washington Crossing Historic Park. 11 a.m. Our Farmstead Friday programs, which will take place the 4th Friday of each month, will feature demonstrations on civilian life during the Revolution. June 26: historic trades/craftsmen. washingtoncrossingpark.org. 1112 River Rd, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. Lawrenceville main Street music in the Park Concert Series, Weeden Park. 6 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, pack a picnic or grab dinner in town, and enjoy an evening of live music and games for the kids, Music by Kindred Spirit. 17 Phillips Ave, Lawrence. the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 8 p.m. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
SatuRday, June 27
ice Cream Party & Wheat harvest, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. Farmer Jim and his crew will use a “hit and miss” engine to churn gallons of ice cream in the shade of a maple tree. Live music by the Jugtown Mountain String Band, kids’ games, and a sailboat craft. howellfarm.org. 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville.
dairying, Howell Living History Farm. 10 a.m. Join farmer Katelyn as she demonstrates handling and milking the farm cow, Blizzard. Learn about cow breeds, milk and cream production, history, and more! In the farmhouse. Help make cheese and butter before churning and tasting a batch of old-fashioned ice cream. howellfarm. org. 70 Woodens Ln, Lambertville. the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 2 and 8 p.m. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
Princeton Festival: the Bacon Brothers, Morven Museum & Garden. 7 p.m. Siblings, Kevin Bacon (Hollywood actor) and Michael Bacon (Emmy-winning composer) perform their own mix of folk, rock, soul and country. Tickets at princetonsymphony.org/ festival. 55 Stockton St, Princeton. Spring Cultural Series, Casa Cultura. 7:30 p.m. Jazz performance by the Marel Hidalgo Or-
Blueberry Bash, Terhune Orchards. 10 a.m. Also June 28. 2-acre Pick-Your-Own blueberry patch. Tickets at terhuneorchards. com. 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton. the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 2 and 8 p.m. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
Sunday, June 28
Washington Crossing Park association Presents: Thomas Jefferson Live, First Presbyterian Church of Titusville. 1 p.m. John Stewart portrays Jefferson in clothing, language, and ideas. He will be speaking on “How a Lad from Rural Virginia Came to Write the Declaration of Independence”. wcpa-nj.com. 48 River Drive, Titusville. the Comedy of errors presented by Shakespeare ‘70, Kelsey Theatre. 2 p.m. $24/$22. 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor.
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Dear Valued Customer and Resident:
Public confidence in drinking water systems is essential to the health and stability of any community. That confidence, however, should be informed by scientific evidence, regulatory context, and a clear understanding of how complex public water utilities operate not by narratives that risk oversimplifying highly technical operational realities.
Recent reporting concerning Trenton Water Works’ Pennington Avenue Reservoir, one of several open-finished reservoirs in New Jersey, raises legitimate public questions about infrastructure management and water quality oversight. Those questions deserve thoughtful, fact-based discussion.
Trenton Water Works is a large regional public water system serving approximately 217,000 residents across five municipalities Trenton, Hamilton Township, Ewing Township, Lawrence Township, and Hopewell Township through more than 63,000 metered connections and hundreds of miles of distribution pipes. Managing a system of this scale requires continuous operational oversight, regulatory coordination, laboratory analysis, and capital investment. TWW is executing all of these critical obligations.
Central to the present discussion is the Pennington Avenue Reservoir, an open finished-water storage asset that has been in service since 1899. By modern utility standards, open finished-water reservoirs present recognized operational and regulatory challenges. These are not unique to Trenton Water Works. Across the United States, public water systems have increasingly transitioned away from open storage basins in favor of enclosed storage systems that offer greater operational control and public health protection. We are doing just that.
It is equally important to establish what Trenton Water Works is doing now not merely what it plans to do in the future.
Trenton Water Works is currently monitoring both the Pennington Avenue Reservoir and its Central Pumping Station in accordance with a monitoring plan approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) in 2023. These facilities have been subject to regular monitoring under multiple NJDEP-approved frameworks, reflecting an ongoing coordinated approach to water management.
On March 4, 2026, the NJDEP requested that Trenton Water Works update its Reservoir Management Plan to include additional monitoring parameters and enhancements, with submission required within 120 days. That directive should be understood in the proper regulatory context. State environmental regulators routinely refine monitoring expectations and require utilities to expand protocols as operational knowledge evolves. Such directives are part of the ordinary functioning of environmental oversight not, in and of themselves, evidence of unsafe drinking water.
Trenton Water Works is actively responding to that directive by updating its monitoring plan and sampling procedures, while coordinating with multiple analytical laboratories to ensure the revised monitoring framework fully satisfies the newly imposed requirements. Upon approval by the NJDEP, the updated Reservoir Management Plan will be implemented immediately. It is important to emphasize that Trenton Water Works is not in violation of any reporting or analytical requirements and is working collaboratively with the NJDEP to ensure continued compliance with the enhanced regulatory standards going forward.
Operationally, Trenton Water Works employs multiple treatment barriers to protect public health. Water leaving the Pennington Avenue Reservoir receives additional treatment at the reservoir gatehouse with sodium hypochlorite, providing an additional layer of disinfection before water enters the distribution system. Importantly, the water utility’s disinfectant residual levels continue to exceed state-required minimum thresholds, an essential measure of microbiological protection in public drinking water systems.
Additionally, water leaving the Central Pumping Station is treated with zinc orthophosphate as part of the utility’s corrosion control program. This treatment is specifically intended to reduce corrosion in the distribution system and mitigate lead release from older plumbing infrastructure a critical public health safeguard in water systems.
Trenton Water Works has also acknowledged the long-term infrastructure realities associated with the Pennington Avenue Reservoir through its ten-year capital improvement plan. The utility’s approximately $763 million modernization strategy includes the phased replacement of the reservoir with a decentralized network of water storage tanks distributed throughout the service area, along with associated improvements to pumping and distribution infrastructure. This approach reflects established contemporary utility planning principles designed to reduce operational risk, improve hydraulic flexibility, strengthen water quality management, and increase system resiliency.
Equally important is the role of regulatory oversight. Public water systems operate under a framework of continuous state and federal regulation designed to identify operational vulnerabilities, require corrective action, and ensure ongoing compliance with drinking water standards. The presence of regulatory directives, expanded oversight, or additional monitoring requirements should be understood within that framework.
That said, regulatory directives must be taken seriously, and implementation matters. Public confidence depends not only on the existence of plans but on timely execution, transparent communication, and demonstrable accountability. Utilities must be prepared to explain how monitoring programs are structured, how operational decisions are made, and how identified deficiencies are being addressed.
This is particularly important because drinking water infrastructure is both technically complex and highly consequential. Discussions about water quality can quickly generate understandable public concern, making precision in public communication especially important. Alarm without context can erode trust; reassurance without evidence can do the same.
The broader reality is that Trenton Water Works is engaged in the difficult but necessary work of managing its infrastructure while undertaking major system modernization under heightened regulatory scrutiny. That is neither unusual in the public utility sector nor inherently indicative of institutional failure. It is, rather, the kind of challenge many aging American utilities now face.
The public deserves clear, factual, and technically grounded communication about that process.
A productive conversation about Trenton Water Works should therefore focus not on rhetoric, but on measurable outcomes: water quality performance, regulatory compliance, infrastructure investment, implementation timelines, and operational transparency.
That is where public trust is earned, and Trenton Water Works is actively advancing that essential objective.
With respect and service,
Sean Semple Director
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The following programs are sponsored by RWJUH Hamilton Community Education, open to all and all ages, and the Better Health Program, open to all 65+ years old. All programs take place at the Center for Health & Wellness located at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619--unless otherwise noted. View the calendar of programs available online at rwjbh.org/hamiltonprograms, or for more information or to register, call 609-584-5900 or email CommunityEdHAM@rwjbh.org. Registration is required to attend these programs.
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What is a personal risk for breast cancer, and what should someone be doing differently because of it?
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tueSday, June 16
Lunch and Learn: your Guide to Pelvic Conditions after menopause. Noon–1:30 p.m. Alexandra L. Tabakin, MD, a fellowship-trained urogynecologist and urologist with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, leads a discussion on female pelvic health after menopause. The talk will cover common pelvic floor conditions, symptoms, causes and treatment options. Better Health program for members 65 and older. Call 609.584.5900 to become a member.
WedneSday, June 17
Walk & talk: in Person with doctors. 4–5 p.m. RWJUH Hamilton, Hospital Café, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton. Meera Yogarajah, MD, medical oncologist, and Natalie Lopyan, MD, breast surgical oncologist, from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, lead a short walk and discussion. Participants should enter through the main entrance and meet at the café. The program will remain inside in case of inclement weather.
tueSday, June 30
Lunch and Learn: the Power of Food for diabetes and Prediabetes. Noon–1:30 p.m. Lori Hager, MS, RD, discusses how dietary choices can help manage diabetes and prediabetes. The program will cover blood sugar, nutrition, meal planning and preparation. This Better Health Program is for members age 65 and older. Call 609.584.5900 to become a member.
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