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Call for Donations

Lawrence-based nonprofit HomeFront invites members of the community to join its annual campaign for clothing, shoes, backpacks, school supplies, and gift cards for more than 1,500 children in the region impacted by poverty.

There are several ways to help:

• Sign-up to sponsor a child or children.

• Organize a drive or donate general school supplies. Visit HomeFront’s Amazon Wishlist at bit.ly/ hfschool25

• Make a tax-deductible donation to HomeFront’s back to school fund at www.homefrontnj.org/Back-toSchool-Drive

To sign-up, please email getinvolved@homefrontnj.org or call 609-989-9417 x112.

Drop off items by Monday, August 11, to ensure items get to families in time for the first day of school. HomeFront’s donation center is open at 1880 Princeton Avenue, Lawrenceville during the following hours: Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.; and Saturdays between 9 a.m. and noon.

Audition

ActorsNET of Bucks County is holding auditions for its first production of Season 29, “Evelyn in

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SURVIVAL GUIDE

Friday, July 18

NJ DEP Announces Updates to REAL Coastal Flooding Rules

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has announced that it intends to adopt the Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) coastal flood rules proposed in 2024 with changes responsive to public comment and stakeholder feedback. The announcement comes on the heels of an event held July 8 in Trenton at which elected officials and environmental organizations called for the full adoption of the rules as well as a digital ad campaign targeted at Gov. Phil Murphy ahead of what had been an August 4 deadline for adoption. Environmental activists said that real estate developers’ opposition to the rules was delaying their formal adoption. The REAL rules have been under consideration for more than five years after Murphy announced a plan for DEP to update its flood projection maps to include current and future projected flooding, based on sea level rise projections from the latest climate science from Rutgers and the NJDEP.

At the Trenton event, Jennifer M. Coffey, executive director of the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commission, said NJPACT REAL rules will save lives and protect property. “The real truth about the REAL

Purgatory” by Topher Payne. The poignant and funny drama that chronicles a group of public school teachers who have all landed themselves in the disciplinary limbo that is the “rubber room,” a reassignment center housed in an empty office in the Department of Education building, while they await their fate.

Director Maryalice RubinsTopoleski seeks an ensemble cast of two male and five female actors for this production. Auditions will be held on Tuesday and Thursday, July 22 and 24, from 7 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at ActorsNET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, Pennsylvania.

Actors will be asked to read from sides provided at the audition, so please arrive at the theatre at least 15 minutes BEFORE the time you are scheduled to audition to familiarize yourself with the material you’ll be asked to read.

Please bring a list of all conflicts from August through October 2025. A headshot and resume are appreciated but not mandatory. Alternatively, please email these materials ahead of time to TheActorsNet@gmail.com.

Visit www.actorsnetbucks.org to fill out an audition form and reserve a time slot. Email the production team at TheActorsNet@gmail. com with any questions.

“Evelyn in Purgatory” runs from October 10 through 26 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. There will be two shows (2 and 8 p.m.) on Saturday, October 18. Call time for actors is one hour before the show starts.

Cast members are required to attend and participate in Strike at the end of the last performance on October 26.

rules is that they simply require new development to be constructed above the known flood elevation. Flooding is the number one issue where municipal officials tell us they need help. The NJPACT REAL rules are common sense and evidence-based standards that will save communities millions in future damage and will literally save lives by keeping people out of harm’s way.”

To provide additional information to the public about the proposed changes, the DEP will record a webinar and post it on the REAL website on Friday, July 18.

The proposed changes will be detailed in a Notice of Substantial Changes in the July 21, 2025, edition of the New Jersey Register, and will reflect adjustments to sea-level rise projections and clarify provisions that promote resilient housing and economic development projects, among other important changes. The proposed changes will be open to additional public comment and a hearing in September.

Most notably, the proposed changes will lower the coastal zone flood-elevation for new and substantially improved buildings and infrastructure from the originally proposed 5 feet to 4 feet (above the FEMA base flood elevation). As compared to the original 2024 proposal, the lower elevation effectively reduces the amount of additional coastal land area that would be subject to the building safety standards of New Jersey’s Flood Hazard Area Control Act. The proposed changes would also expand provisions to enable projects to proceed under pre-existing regulations if they reach certain planning, design, or permitting milestones by July 2026, i.e., within six months of DEP’s intended adoption of the REAL rules.

“The DEP has carefully reviewed and considered comments from a diverse crosssection of residents, community leaders, business interests, and stakeholders as we continued to evaluate measures to better protect people and property from increasing coastal hazards,” Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said.

“We take public comment on these reforms as seriously as we do the climate science that underlies them, and we are proposing chang-

Rehearsals will begin in late August/early September and will generally be held three evenings a week, with some weekend rehearsals as performances approach. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided at the first read-through.

Learn Italian

Registration for Fall 2025 Italian Language Classes at Dorothea’s House, the Italian-American cultural center in Princeton, is now open for past and new students. Classes will begin the week of September 8 and run for 12 weeks.

Both in-person and remote classes are being offered. The fee for each class is $155. Instructors will notify students in online classes as to the Internet-based tool they will use.

Go to dorotheashouse.org and click on Italian Classes to view offerings, payment options and to register. Register by August 27 to avoid a $20 late fee and possible cancellation of classes due to low enrollment..

For questions, email Louise Hoffman at louisedh2024@gmail. com.

U.S. 1 Is in Print & Online

U.S. 1 has distribution to news boxes located in downtown Princeton and Trenton, at train stations, and in other high-traffic outdoor areas. Additionally, it is now possible to browse full PDFs of recent issues on U.S. 1’s website, www.princetoninfo.com. Click on “Read This Week’s Digital U.S. 1 E-Edition Here.” A full digital edition of U.S. 1 is also distributed by e-mail every Wednesday. Subscribe at www.communitynews.org/ newsletter.

es that will better position our coastal communities to withstand existing and future risks from coastal flooding, sea-level rise, and storm surge.”

The proposed substantial changes would:

• Revise the elevation requirement for new or substantially improved buildings and infrastructure from the originally proposed 5 feet to 4 feet above FEMA’s base flood elevation based on revised projections of sea-level rise rates impacting the state and the feedback from coastal community leaders and a range of other stakeholders. The revised projections are based on updated predictions of likely global temperature increases released after the 2019 Rutgers University Science and Technical Advisory Panel Report.

• Revise the extent of the proposed inundation risk zone, which incorporates land that lies above sea level today but will be permanently inundated with the projected 4-foot increase in sea levels.

• Provide that DEP will revisit the sealevel rise and precipitation data incorporated into the rule every five years and amend the regulations if appropriate. More information on the updated science that supports the Notice of Substantial Change can be found at dep.nj.gov/njreal/

• Expand provisions in the flood hazard, stormwater, coastal zone, and freshwater wetland regulations to allow projects for which the applicant submits a complete application to the DEP within 180 days of REAL’s effective date to be reviewed under today’s regulations.

• Provide additional detail and appropriate flexibility for “dry access” design and construction standards for buildings and roads to ensure reliable vehicular access to buildings in flood hazard areas for occupants and emergency responders.

• Clarify that low- and moderate-income housing projects are eligible project types to be reviewed under the Flood Hazard Area Control Act rules’ “hardship exception” process, which allows relaxation of certain standards where public safety is not jeopardized.

For more information, visit dep.nj.gov/ njreal/overview and dep.nj.gov/njreal/facts/

Mercer County Culture & Heritage Accepting Grant Applications

Mercer County and the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission (MCC&HC) are now accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY25)’s Local Arts Programs (LAP) Grant Program and History Re-Grant Program. Through Friday, August 29, Mercer County cultural, art, and history-based nonprofit organizations have the opportunity to apply for funding through these grant programs administered by the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H). All qualifying applications will be reviewed by an independent grant review panel composed of professionals in the history and art fields. Awarded organizations will be notified by the end of 2025.

“Every year, Mercer County funds amazing projects through both our Local Arts Program and History Re-Grants Program. This allows us to bring arts and history to the forefront from organizations who may not have the same level of exposure,” said Mercer County Executive Dan Benson. “We know both arts and history are fantastic tenants to promote both education and economic development alike.”

Mercer County’s LAP Grant Program is open to all county-based nonprofit organizations — certified as 501(c)(3) or 501(c) (4) agencies by the IRS — that have been in operation and have been providing arts programming/services for at least two years. Units of local government, K–12 schools, and school districts offering special programs in the arts may also apply. This state block-grant program, funded by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, provides essential support for the local arts community. The grants are intended to promote the

INTERCHANGE Tips foR MosQUito ContRol

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), and New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA) are reminding the public of the importance of controlling mosquito populations and risk for disease from bites by eliminating standing water that can become breeding grounds for the insect.

Frequent and recent wet weather across the state has produced an abundance of larval pools for some mosquito species, resulting in an increase in local nuisance mosquito complaints to county mosquito control agencies. As peak mosquito season gets underway, the public’s assistance in taking common-sense steps to reduce mosquito populations will help protect public health and bolster the work of the New Jersey State Mosquito Control Commission.

“New Jersey’s Mosquito Control Commission works with the county-level commissions to ensure best practices statewide in combatting the nuisances and risks that result from breeding mosquitoes,” Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said. “However, it is just as important for the public to do their part by eliminating standing water and doing seasonal home maintenance that can help protect public health.”

New Jersey’s mosquito control agencies use a variety of methods to combat mosquitoes, including public awareness campaigns, targeted larval habitat source-reduction programs, use of natural predators such as mosquito-eating fish, and judicious application of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency- and DEP-approved insecticides by ground and aerial means.

“New Jersey has an extensive, well-established mosquito control and prevention program, strengthening our overall protections. But the best way to protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases is to prevent mosquito bites in the first place,” said Acting Health Commissioner Jeff Brown. “Use insect repellent and wear protective clothing if you plan on being outdoors. Also, be sure to take steps to control mosquitoes outside your home and prevent them from coming inside.”

Removing larval pools and eliminating mosquito breeding grounds is important to help reduce the risk of bites from mosquitoes, which can spread vector-borne illnesses such as West Nile Virus (WNV), Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), and Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV).

“It is important for New Jersey farmers to remove standing water from their farms to avoid the spread of West Nile and Equine Encephalitis to animals and people,” said Ed Wengryn, New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture. “It is also important for farmers to treat their animals with the vaccines that prevent them from contracting these diseases if exposed to virus-carrying mosquitoes.”

Mosquito-borne Disease

Threats Explained

West Nile virus is the leading mosquitoborne disease in New Jersey. In 2024, 41 residents were reported to have WNV, including eight fatalities. Eastern Equine Encephalitis is less common than WNV but is the most severe mosquito-borne disease transmitted in New Jersey. Last year, two residents were reported with EEE. Jamestown Canyon Virus is found throughout much of the country, but most cases are largely reported from the upper Midwest, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

Most people who are infected with WNV or EEE have no symptoms or will experience mild illness, which can appear flu-like with fever, headache, body aches, vomiting or diarrhea, and sometimes a rash. While rare, some people will develop severe neurological illness, including meningitis or encephalitis. Severe symptoms include high

fever, stiff neck, mental confusion or disorientation, seizures, and paralysis. Common symptoms of JCV are fever, headache and fatigue, but the virus can also cause severe disease such as encephalitis, or brain inflammation. There are no specific vaccines or medications to prevent or treat JCV.

There also are no specific treatments or vaccines for WNV or EEE. People 55 years and older are at greatest risk of severe illness. Early symptoms may be confused with COVID-19 or several other common viral illnesses, and blood tests are needed to confirm a diagnosis.

Prevention Tips

The best way to prevent illness is to take steps to avoid mosquito bites. The public is asked to follow these tips to eliminate standing water and protect themselves from the bites of mosquitoes as much as possible:

•Use EPA-registered insect repellents when outdoors and wear protective clothing.

• Empty water from flowerpots, pet food and water dishes, birdbaths, swimming pool covers, buckets, barrels and trash cans at least once or twice a week.

• Clear clogged rain gutters.

• Check for and remove any containers or trash that may be difficult to see, such as under bushes and homes or around building exteriors.

• Dispose of unused tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots or similar water-holding containers that have accumulated at your property.

• Drill holes in the bottom and elevate recycling containers left outdoors.

• Repair and clean storm-damaged roof gutters, especially if leaves from surrounding trees tend to clog drains. Roof gutters can produce millions of mosquitoes each season.

• Turn over plastic wading pools and wheelbarrows when not in use.

• Avoid allowing water to stagnate in bird baths.

• Aerate ornamental pools or stock them with fish. Water gardens become major mosquito producers if they stagnate.

• Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, including those not in use. An untended swimming pool can produce enough mosquitoes to result in neighborhood-wide complaints. Also, be aware that mosquitoes may develop in the water that collects on pool covers.

• Stay in air-conditioned places or rooms with window screens that prevent access by mosquitoes.

• If a mosquito problem remains after taking the above steps, call your county mosquito control agency and ask for assistance. There are larval habitats that may only be appropriately addressed by local mosquito control programs.

About the New Jersey State Mosquito Control Commission

The New Jersey State Mosquito Control Commission was founded in 1956 to protect the public from nuisance mosquitoes and the threat of mosquito-borne disease. It works closely with all 21 county mosquito control agencies, the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, the Department of Health and the Department of Agriculture on coordinated control efforts. The commission also recommends to the Governor and Legislature changes in state laws needed to protect public health and carry out efficient and safe mosquito-control efforts throughout the State.

To learn more about the New Jersey State Mosquito Control Commission and for links to county mosquito agencies, visit dep. nj.gov/njfw/councils-and-committees/ state-mosquito-control-commission.

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DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS, JULY 16 TO 23

Event Listings: E-mail events@princetoninfo.com

While many venues have returned to hosting in-person events, others are still taking place online. Event descriptions specify if an event is being held virtually or in a hybrid format. To include your virtual or in-person event in this section email events@princetoninfo.com.

Wednesday July 16

Outdoor Concerts

Concerts on the Landing, Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. www.nj.gov/state/ memorial. Singer-songwriter Lindsay Jordan performs a free lunchtime concert on the steps of the War Memorial. Concert moves inside in case of inclement weather. Noon to 2 p.m.

Pop Music

Purple Xperience, Bristol Riverside Theater, 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, Pennsylvania. www.brtstage.org. Marshal Charloff’s tribute to the music of Prince, blending R&B, soul, and new wave. $50 and up.

2 and 7:30 p.m.

Straight No Chaser, State Theater New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. www. stnj.org. “SUMMER: The 90s Part 2” features the a capella group’s twist on 90s classics like Lisa Loeb’s “Stay (I Missed You),” “Everybody” by Backstreet Boys, “Linger” from The Cranberries, and Santana’s “Maria Maria.” $40 to $86. 7:30 p.m.

Art

Brushstrokes of Joy: A CMAP Summer Art Showcase, Center for Modern Aging Princeton Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning, 101 Poor Farm Road, Princeton, 609-751-9699. www. cmaprinceton.org. CMAP art students, guided by instructor Christina Rang, present a joyful and eclectic collection of works -- each piece a reflection of their unique voice and artistic journey. 6 p.m.

On Stage

Leader of the Pack, Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, Pennsylvania. www.bcptheater.org. Bop along to the songs you love in this Broadway musical celebrating the life and times of Ellie Greenwich, whose doo-wop sounds skyrocketed to the top of the ‘60s charts. 1:30 p.m.

Family Theater

The Odyssey, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University. www.princetonsummertheater. org. Kid-friendly version of Hom-

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er’s epic adapted by Lucy Shea. $22.37. 11 a.m.

Film

Waltz with Bashir, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning, 101 Poor Farm Road, Princeton, 609-751-9699. www.cmaprinceton.org. An animated documentary where a filmmaker tries to uncover his repressed memories of the 1982 Lebanon War, specifically the Sabra and Shatila massacre. Register. $10. 5:30 p.m.

Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609279-1999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. $13.50. 7 p.m.

Dancing

Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Liesl Jandry with Flying Buttresses. $15. 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Literati

Summer Reading Soirée with Claire Messud and Amy Jo Burns Princeton Public Library, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author and Harvard University professor discusses her book “This Strange Eventful History” in conversation with Amy Jo Burns at this annual gathering of book lovers featuring refreshments, door prizes, and more. Register. Free. 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Wellness

Wild Gentle Yoga: Yoga to Connect with Yourself and Nature Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Gentle yoga that builds body awareness, strength, flexibility and a better understanding of how humans connect to and reflect natural systems with Priscilla Hayes. Register. Pay what you can, $8 and up. 8 to 9 a.m.

Yoga in the Garden Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.morven. org. All-level donation-based Vinyasa yoga class held outdoors in the garden (indoors in case of rain). Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. Register. 6 p.m.

Lectures

Every Color Has a Story: History on the Palette, Mercer County Library. events.mcl.org. Do you know the history of the colors in your world? All the dyes, tints, hues, and shades of the colors around you can be traced back to a specific point in history – and the stories they tell are amazing! Which came first – the fruit orange or the color orange? Was Lincoln Green named after Mary Lincoln? Laura Keyes will share with you the powerful – and colorful! – history of color. Register for link to program. 7 p.m.

Socials

within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Illustrators, animators, writers, and generalists are all welcome to join and discuss their art and career goals, share learning resources, promote current projects, or find friends and collaborators. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

Thursday July 17

Live Music

Vinny Rugnetta, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor Perrineville Road, East Windsor, 609-3716000. www.workingdogwinerynj. com. Live music and $2 off wine by the glass. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

Music in the Park Lawrenceville Main Street, Weeden Park, Lawrenceville. www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com. Concert, food for sale, games and activities for kids, and more. Lakehouse performs. 6 to 9 p.m.

Pop Music

Purple Xperience Bristol Riverside Theater, 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, Pennsylvania. www.brtstage.org. Marshal Charloff’s tribute to the music of Prince, blending R&B, soul, and new wave. $50 and up. 7:30 p.m.

Art

Self-Guided ‘Dogoyles’ Tour, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Self-guided tour featuring the sculptures created by Spring 2025 Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence, Victor E. Bell. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artist, as well as several adorable adoptable dogs from SAVE animal shelter. Along the tour, they will find custom puppy ice cream from the bent spoon, Rottweiler Cookies at Small World Coffee, and more at participating locations. 4 to 6 p.m.

On Stage

Leader of the Pack Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, Pennsylvania. www.bcptheater.org. Bop along to the songs you love in this Broadway musical celebrating the life and times of Ellie Greenwich, whose doo-wop sounds skyrocketed to the top of the ‘60s charts. 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot, Princeton Summer Theater Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University. www.princetonsummertheater.org. Murder mystery set in the Connecticut castle of a Broadway actor best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. $35. 7:30 p.m.

Film

Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609279-1999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Mr. Deeds Goes to Town. $13.50. 7 p.m. Movies Under the Stars, City of Trenton, Mill Hill Park, Trenton. www.trentonnj.org. Screening of “Inside Out 2.” 8 p.m.

Literati

Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Enjoy an evening of community-created entertainment in the form of storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Performers should bring their own work of their choice for the theme “in the deep end.” Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

Farm Markets

Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529. www. princetonfarmersmarket.com. More than 30 vendors including local organic produce, pasture raised meat and eggs, farmstead cheeses, fresh baked goods, empanadas, all-natural dog and cat treats, homemade jam, oldworld style pickles, fresh flowers, handcrafted jewelry, knife sharpening, and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

History

George Washington’s Ten Crucial Days, Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. www.mcl.org. Drawing from

WWA Exhibit Keeps Late Artist’s Message of Love and Hope Alive

West Windsor Arts hosts a summer art exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of late Princeton artist Priscilla Snow Algava.

The show, “See Beauty Everywhere: Art by Priscilla Snow Algava,” is on view at West Windsor Arts through Friday, August 8, and proceeds from sales will benefit the scholarship fund established in her name. An opening reception takes place Saturday, July 19, from 4 to 7 p.m.

“Priscilla’s daughters, Alisa and Carin Algava, and her grandson, Drew Algava, came to us with the idea for this show, which will feature a selection of Priscilla’s artwork that together, we personally curated from her warehouse,” explains Aylin Green, executive director of West Windsor Arts. All proceeds from the sale of artwork from the show will go directly to the Priscilla Snow Algava Scholarship, established in 2018 to enable people of all ages who wish to pursue art classes at West Windsor Arts to do so despite any financial obstacles.

The show also celebrates what would have been Priscilla’s 85th birthday and inspired two healing art workshops that will take place at the arts center this summer. Both the show and the workshops keep Priscilla’s message of hope and love alive, and were sparked by an idea Drew Algava had when he was only 11 years old.

his book, Winning the Ten Crucial Days, historian David Price explores this decisive winter campaign, revealing how leadership, geography, weather, artillery, and contingency converged to secure General George Washington’s victory and alter the course of the Revolutionary War. Register. 6:30 p.m.

Lectures

Thursday Night Nature, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Lecture series held via Zoom. Topic is “Rooted Together: How Native Plants and People Can Thrive in Cities” with Kelly Shannon. Register. $15. 7 to 8 p.m.

Friday July 18

Jazz & Blues

Trenton Makes Jazz, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, Trenton, 609-9891191. www.ellarslie.org. Free summer concert by internationally renowned vibraphonist Joe Baione and his band. Doors open at 6 p.m. for light refreshments. Register. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Live Music

Sunset Sips & Sounds Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-924-2310. www. terhuneorchards.com. Live music by Zuko Phillips Cohn & Starr. Light fare, wine, and wine slushies available. 5 to 8 p.m.

Jersey Surecats, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. www. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Pop/rock. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wizend Band, Cooper’s Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, 609-393-7300. www.coopersnj.com. With DJ John Rossi. 7 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

Summer Concert Series, City of

“After my grandmother passed away in 2019, I thought that it would be fitting to have an art show that honored her life and legacy,” says Drew Algava. A few years later, he put his dream into action and applied for and received a $3,000 Moses Brown grant to fund this special exhibition and sale.

“When Mom died, Drew made a list of things that were beautiful to him and started the ‘See Beauty Everywhere’ movement in her honor,” Carin Algava says. “He raised more than $7,500 for cancer research in her name for his Bar Mitzvah project.” This art show and sale is a continuation of that mission.

“The mission of the ‘See Beauty Everywhere’ movement is not only to share my grandmother’s message but also to get her artwork into the world,” Drew adds. “Grandma Silla made friends wherever she went and made everyone feel better just from being around her. She loved creating art. It is magical to see what she was able to do.”

The exhibition will feature a selection of Priscilla’s joyful, expressive works — art that, as her family says, continues to bring healing, light, and inspiration to those who see it.

The healing power of art became especially important to Priscilla during her cancer treatments at Memorial Sloan Kettering. She would often go into their art therapy studio and create, finding solace and

Trenton, Cycle Kings, 415 Calhoun Street, Trenton. www.trentonnj.org. Performance by Roy Richardson Jr. & Co. Refreshments and ice cream available. 5 p.m.

Summer Concert Series, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street, Princeton. www. princetonshoppingcenter.com. Live music in the courtyard by local bands and a pop-up beer garden from Triumph Brewery. Free. 6 to 8 p.m.

Summer Concert Series, Hopewell Valley Golf Course 114 Pennington-Hopewell Road, Hopewell, 609-964-7393. www. hvgc.com. Free concert by the Billy Joel tribute We May Be Right. Bring your family and a lawn chair. 6:30 p.m.

Yellow Brick Road & All About Joel Mercer County 2025 Summer Concert Series, Mercer County Festival Grounds, Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. www.mercercounty.org. $5 entrance fee. Free parking. Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drink permitted except sealed water bottles. 6:30 p.m.

Live at the Library, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro. www.plainsborolibrary.org. Gumbo Nouveau performs New Orleans & Caribbean Jazz on the patio outside the front entrance. 7 p.m.

Pop Music

New Beginnings, a Musical Revue Thank You 5 Productions Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street, Trenton. www.passagetheatre.org. Musical journey through the moments that change us featuring songs from Broadway’s biggest hits such as songs Six, Smash, Hadestown, Wicked, Book of Mormon, and more. This cabaret celebrates transformation, identity, and the beauty of starting again. Tickets via EventBrite, $28.52. 7 p.m.

strength through the hospital’s art therapy program.

“She saw that art therapy room as her support group,” adds Alisa Algava. “She felt connected to herself, the art therapist and the other participants. It was an incredibly powerful experience.”

In partnership with Debbie Rice, the same Memorial Sloan Kettering art therapist who worked with Priscilla, West Windsor Arts will host two free workshops during the exhibition for individuals and families impacted by cancer or chronic illness.

Beyond Words I: Pearls of Wisdom takes place Saturday, July 26, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Participants will use collage to explore themes of resilience, hope, and healing.

Beyond Words II: Collage Open Studio takes place Saturday, August 2, from 10:30 am to 1:30 p.m. In this family-friendly drop-in workshop participants will engage in the accessible and expressive art of collage-making as a way to explore themes of hope, resilience, and connection. No artistic experience is necessary, and all materials are provided.

Both workshops are free, but registration is required.

West Windsor Arts is located at 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor. For more information about the exhibit, to register for the workshops, or to contribute to the scholarship fund, visit: https://www.

8 p.m.

On Stage

Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University. www.princetonsummertheater.org. Murder mystery set in the Connecticut castle of a Broadway actor best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. $35. 7:30 p.m.

Meet Me in St. Louis, Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-5703333. www.kelseytheatre.org. The heartwarming musical based on the Judy Garland movie follows the Smith family ahead of the 1904 World’s Fair. $26. 8 p.m. The Spongebob Musical, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www. musicmountaintheatre.org. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. $35. 8 p.m.

Family Theater

Little Red Riding Hood Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www. musicmountaintheatre.org. Join Little Red Riding Hood on her journey to Granny’s house. Along the way she meets some of your favorite characters all while avoiding the Big Bad Wolf. $13. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Free Friday Shows, Trenton Circus Squad, Trenton Circus Squad Factory, 675 South Clinton Avenue, Trenton. www.trentoncircussquad.org. Cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn available for purchase. Proceeds help keep program free for all youth. 1

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p.m.

Film

Movie Nights on the Green, Palmer Square Green, Princeton. www.palmersquare.com. Outdoor screening of “Ratatouille.” 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Dancing

Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.princetonfolkdance.org. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $10. 8 p.m.

Comedy

Jerrold Benford, Catch A Rising Star, Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton,

781-568-1471. www.catcharisingstar.com. $26.50 - $34.50. 8 to 9 p.m.

Farm Markets

Farm Market Blue Moon Acres 11 Willow Creek Drive, Pennington, 609-737-8333. bluemoonacres.net. Selection of Blue Moongrown Certified Organic produce, micro greens, eggs, rice, Herbarium body care products made with herbs grown on the farm, as well as an array of products from other local vendors. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Outdoor Action

“Pop-Up” Walk at D&R Canal State Park, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protec-

Garden State

Whole Earth carries a wide selection of locally grown produce from the Garden State’s best organic growers. During the summer, we get fresh deliveries of local organic produce several times a week. Stop in today and sample the bounty of New Jersey’s organic farms!

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On March 6 of this year, Gary and Pam Mount celebrated 50 years in a precarious business. A select list of distinguished guests, area elected officials, and longtime supporters of Terhune Orchards were there. Like many of the farmto-table dinners they’ve hosted at Terhune Orchards, they did so in a classy way, with catered hors d’oeuvres, some Terhune Orchards’ wines in the afternoon, an array of cheeses, and of course, their delicious apple cider and apple cider donuts. At this informal gathering, prominent farmers in attendance included Jim Giamarese of East Brunswick, John J. Hauser of Hauser Hill Farms in Old Bridge and New Jersey’s Secretary of Agriculture, Ed Wengryn, who was raised on a dairy farm in Hillsborough.

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his 81st birthday in May.

“On this side it’s preserved, on the other side it’s a county park,” he noted of his main property at 330 Cold Soil Road in Lawrence Township. His grandfather, George Mount, had a farm along Route 1 on land where Carnegie Center is now where he grew apples in the 1920s, Mount recalled. Mount and his wife, Pam, are ninth generation farmers, and their daughters are 10th generation farmers here at the expanded Terhune Orchards, now 250 acres.

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The Mounts’ daughters, Tannwen and Ruwai, were there with their husbands and some of their grandkids. Gary and Pam kept their speeches short and expressed gratitude to the crowd of perhaps 50 people.

“One of the nice things about this place is all of this around here is preserved farmland,” Gary Mount noted at the outset of this interview for U.S. 1 Newspaper on

Over the years they’ve received dozens of awards and encomiums for their commitment to agriculture, smart planning, being good stewards of the earth and their longtime civic involvements.

Gary Mount, a 1966 graduate of Princeton University with a degree in psychology, served time in the Peace Corps in Micronesia, near Guam between 1967 and 1970 with his wife, Pam, before the couple returned to Princeton. They decided they would give farming a try, since Gary had a lot of experience working with his father, brothers, and uncles tending to apple trees.

Pam brought a background as an

artist and writer and a flair for advertising, public relations, and community relations to their budding small farm. In the 1980s and ’90s, Pam served on the Planning Board for Lawrence Township and also served three terms as mayor. Gary was an instrumental part, through dozens of meetings in Trenton, in the creation of the state’s Farmland Preservation Program, portions of which have served as a model for other states.

In 1975 they purchased a farm that had fallen into disrepair.

“When we first came here,” Gary Mount says, “for a while, we couldn’t even get into the house, so we lived in the repair shop across the street. My wife and her sister and I lived in the repair shop for quite a while.”

After some renovations in the old farmhouse, the repair shop they once lived in became storage for apples, he recalled. They quickly realized they didn’t have enough space, Mount explained, so in the early years he would truck his apples to farmer friends in South Jersey who rented him storage space.

He looks back on those years in the 1980s with extreme gratitude to those bigger apple and peach growers in Burlington County and points south.

“Fortunately, I got to be friendly with some farmers down there and I rented space from them,” he recalled of his truck driving days. He credited Bill Heritage’s father, Howard Heritage, and also rented space from the Heilig Family, peach growers in Gloucester County.

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they had space during apple season. They were very generous, and I count them all as close friends to this day,” Mount says. “Today, I don’t store anything with Bill Heritage anymore because he’s full up storing his own grapes, making his own wines.”

Terhune Orchards is now the only farm in the Garden State equipped with controlled atmosphere refrigerated storage, so that thousands of apples harvested in late summer and fall remain fresh and ready for sale through the winter and into the following spring. Large apple operations in New York State, Michigan, and Wash-

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the inn at Fernbrook Farms

A Gathering Rooted in Season & Story

‘Take your Seat at Our Farm Table.” At The Inn at Fernbrook Farms, every gathering begins with the land — from the soil in our fields to the food on your plate. For more than 125 years, the Kuser family has tended this preserved farmland in Chesterfield, New Jersey, growing food with care, intention, and a deep respect for the seasons.

We don’t just host events here — we grow them.

Throughout the year, we cultivate over 50 varieties of vegetables, herbs, and flowers across our certified organic fields, hoop houses, and hydroponic systems. From sun-ripened heirloom tomatoes in the summer to fresh spinach, microgreens, and root vegetables grown under cover in winter, our farm-to-table meals are always seasonal, vibrant, and deeply local. Every dish we serve begins just steps from the kitchen -- harvested that morning, prepared with care, and shared around the table.

During the warmer months, Fernbrook is known for its elegant farm weddings and seasonal celebrations. But from November through March, the inn transforms into a cozy countryside retreat -- a place to reconnect over candlelit dinners, private cocktail

gatherings, and multi-night stays in our historic Georgian home.

With seven antique-filled bedrooms sleeping up to sixteen guests, our winter retreats offer something rare: quiet luxury, fireside hospitality, and a true taste of the land, even when the fields are resting.

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family re-

Our Roots Run Deep... in family, in soil, in season

ington State use this CARS technology, which sucks the oxygen out of a 40-foot-tall warehousesized fridge to preserve the precious crop over the winter. These apples are replenished through the winter and early spring months at the Terhune retail stand, which is open every day of the year except Christmas.

In 2003 they purchased a 65-acre property at 42 Van Kirk Road that hadn’t been used for conventional farming, so they jumped immediately into certified organic vegetable production, a process that normally takes three years.

union, or simply craving a weekend away with friends, our kitchen serves up more than just meals — it offers an experience rooted in place, tradition, and nourishment.

At Fernbrook, our farm roots run deep. And at our table, there’s always room for one more story to begin. See ad, page 6

Like Bill Heritage, the Mount family and their crew also made a slow transition to producing their own wines. New Jersey farmers know that diversification is key to success, and the Mounts tested and launched new fruits and vegetables slowly, always getting feedback from customers in their retail store.

Growing grapes and a variety of other finger fruits during New Jersey’s hot and humid summers can be very risky, but the idea of mak-

ing his own wines fascinated Gary. “It was a big step for us to transition into making our own wines,” his daughter Tannwen pointed out in the Mount’s kitchen at their extensively renovated farmhouse. They began the process and experiments with various types of grapes that do well in hot humid summers in 2005. By 2010, they began selling bottled wine and opened a tasting room in an old barn. They began by growing six varieties of grapes. Today, they grow 18.

“When you plant your first few rows of grapes it takes a few years before you can harvest enough of them to begin making wine,” he explained. Like everything else at Terhune Orchards, Mount kept painstaking records of how the grapes were progressing. Birds become a nuisance in the vineyards and on nearby cherry trees each summer, so he and his team members wait for a calm day and, using a large roller that feeds the netting out, they hand place the rolled out bird netting on top of the rows of

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grapes and dwarf cherry trees.

A few years ago, Mount published a book of his recollections from nearly five decades in farming. “A Farmer’s Life” is a fascinating chronicle of the ups and downs of the farming life, a collection of vignettes seasoned with many humorous observations.

Terhune Orchards continues to publish a newsletter to stay in touch with customers, old and new. They estimate there are several hundred thousand visitors to the you-pick and other farm operations each year. “A Farmer’s Life” is a collection of many of those old newsletters, along with some newer ones about opening the wine barn and grape and blueberry harvesting operations. The book can be purchased online or at the farm store for $16.95.

Was Mount nervous about transitioning more of his acreage into a grape growing operation? Wasn’t investing so much money into grapes a gamble?

“It was a combination of the business we already had, just like when you start planting potatoes, you plant something else,” to back it up, he explained, “in this case it was grapes. We began with three acres and now we have nine acres of grapes.”

Daughter Tannwen explained, “This is how we operate here at the farm, we test something out, we give it a try on a smaller scale,” she said, noting they started out with an old barn and a small tasting room. Once the wine tasting room be-

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tion, Millstone Aqueduct Parking Lot, 775 Mapleton Road, Kingston, 609-924-5705. Join a trail interpreter for a leisurely 3-mile round-trip walk to Princeton Basin and back. Hear about the connections between the D&R Canal the small village of Aqueduct and how the creation of Carnegie Lake altered it forever. Learn about the bridge tender houses that once stood along the path in Princeton, see the now inoperable turning bridge mechanism for the Dinky railroad spur line and discover the bustling canal community that once occupied the area around Turning Basin Park at Alexander Road in Princeton. No registration required. Walk canceled in case of inclement weather. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Trenton Walks!, 601 North Clinton Avenue, Trenton. gmtma.org/trailhappenings. Assunpink Greenway / Redevelopment Walk from the East Trenton Collaborative Center to Hamilton Township via George Page and Mulberry Street Parks and Enterprise Avenue to Assunpink Boulevard. 3.3 mile walk co-led by Tim Brill, Central Jersey project manager for the

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came something of a success, they built a bigger barn with an expanded tasting room and places for patrons to sit down and enjoy the music on weekend afternoons.

She added: “It’s all part of a bigger picture, we’re not just selling bottles of wine, we’re selling a whole experience, having music on the weekends, and it’s all part of a bigger package we use to welcome new customers to the farm.”

To be sure, from day one, both Pam and Gary — given their roles in creating the Farmland Preservation laws in New Jersey — have always believed in making their farm a semi-public place, opening up their acreage to you-pick operations, festivals, wine tastings, music on weekends, and a wide range of educational activities for adults and children, “a community center,” if you will. To that end, they’re open, through dedicated staffers, 364 days a year, and closed on Christmas Day.

Unlike so many other harried farmers around central New Jersey, Gary Mount has the luxury, through smart labor management over the years, of being able to answer his cell phone almost all of the time. When you call Gary Mount, his phone rarely goes to voicemail.

“When people call and they want to talk to somebody we’d better be able to answer the phone,” Mount said. “It used to be just me, and I would answer the phone and I would talk and talk. But now with my two daughters — since I’m

N.J. Conservation Foundation, and Shereyl Snider, East Trenton Collaborative community organizer. 4:30 p.m.

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Live Music

Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-924-2310. www. terhuneorchards.com. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. by Brian Bortnick. Lunch fare, homemade treats, ice cream, and wine by the glass available. Noon to 5 p.m.

Living the Dream and Frank Pinto & Richie Z, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. www. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Decades at 1 and classic rock/ originals at 5:30 p.m. 1 to 8:30 p.m.

Ronnie Brandt, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor Perrineville Road, East Windsor, 609-3716000. www.workingdogwinerynj. com. Live music plus food truck from Legends Grille. 1 to 5 p.m. The Jumper Philly Band Dance

hard of hearing — they’re very diligent in answering questions for people.”

The addition of the expanded wine barn in 2016 “has been a really great family venture but also drawn in a whole new customer base,” Tannwen explained. “We’ve gotten new customers for fresh produce from having the wine barn open.”

Today, the Mount family and their extended crew, some of whom live on the farm sites amounting to 250 acres, grow more than 60 crops, 35 varieties of apples, and they bottle and serve 18 types of wine at Terhune Orchards.

Apples are by far and away their largest crop, followed by peaches, all the way down to production of

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Party Cooper’s Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, 609393-7300. www.coopersnj.com. With DJ Cesar Cab. Dinner and a show. Register via EventBrite. $15 and up includes buffet dinner options. 7 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

Summer Music Series Palmer Square Green, Princeton. www. palmersquare.com. Ess Gees performs. 1 to 3 p.m. Music in the Alley, Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street, Princeton, 609921-1710. www.halofarm.com. 6 to 9 p.m.

Pop Music

okra, which has the least amount of acreage. Terhune Orchards employs about 40 full and part-time employees year-round, but during the growing season, that number doubles to 80 people.

Tannwen added, “we do a little bit of everything. Our model is we want to sell direct-to-consumer as much as possible and be able to offer a lot of variety.”

As Tannwen leaves the Mounts’ on-site farmhouse to go pick up her kids from school, Pam Mount comes down to join husband Gary at the kitchen table. A talented public speaker, writer, artist, and community organizer, Pam, who suffered a fall last year, said she had something to add: “One of the things we’d like to say is we’ve

been farming for 50 years now. Our two daughters are farming with us. It’s important for people to realize there is a future in farming in New Jersey, even now. Certainly we are interested in seeing our grandchildren continue to farm, and they can do that and still make a decent living for themselves and their families; it’s not like you have to be poor to be a farmer. If you work at it and work smart and have preserved land, then you don’t have to worry about it being sold before you’re ready. It all works out if you have preserved land.”

such as songs

Smash, Hadestown, Wicked, Book of Mormon, and more. This cabaret celebrates transforma-

biggest hits

Six,

tion, identity, and the beauty of starting again. Tickets via EventBrite, $28.52. 7 p.m.

World Music

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Walnut Lane, Princeton. www. facebook.com/BlueCurtainConcerts. Puerto Rican cuatrista, singer, and Emmy-nominated composer performs. Free. In case of rain or extreme heat, show moves to. 8 p.m.

Art

See Beauty Everywhere: Art by Priscilla Snow Algava, West Windsor Arts Council, 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor. www. westwindsorarts.org. Opening reception for exhibition that honors the life and legacy of beloved local artist, Priscilla Snow Algava, on what would have been her 85th birthday. Exhibition features more than 45 original works and reflects her lifelong message of gratitude, hope, and love. The evening includes live music, food, and a joyful gathering of community in the spirit of creativity and remembrance. 4 to 7 p.m.

New Exhibits, Artworks Trenton, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton, 609394-9436. www.artworkstrenton. org. Opening receptions for “The World We Share,” a collaboration by two sister artists, Marzena Haupa and Magda Dodd; and Beatricia Sagar’s “We Are All Connected Art Project.” Both are on view through August 16. 6 to 8 p.m.

On Stage

Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University. www.princetonsummertheater.org. Murder mystery set in the Connecticut castle of a Broadway actor best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. $30 to $35. 2 and 7:30 p.m.

The Spongebob Musical, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www. musicmountaintheatre.org. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. $35. 3 and 8 p.m.

Family Theater

Little Red Riding Hood, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www. musicmountaintheatre.org. Join Little Red Riding Hood on her journey to Granny’s house. Along the way she meets some of your favorite characters all while avoiding the Big Bad Wolf. $13. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Dancing

No Name Dance, Central Jersey Dance Society, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-945-1883. www. centraljerseydance.org. West Coast Swing lesson (beginner/intermediate) taught by Alan Saperstein followed by open dancing to a playlist of California Mix, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Night Club 2-Step, Country 2-Step, and Latin dance music with Saperstein as DJ. No partner needed. Register. $15. 7 to 11 p.m.

Comedy

Wine & Comedy Night, Old York Cellars, 80 Old York Road, Rin-

goes. www.oldyorkcellars.com.

Comedy hosted by Helene Angley featuring Taylor Mason joined by Ryan Patrick. Reservations required. $27.50. Food available for purchase. 7 to 10 p.m.

Jerrold Benford Catch A Rising Star, Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, 781-568-1471. www.catcharisingstar.com. $26.50 - $34.50. 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Farm Markets

Farm Market, Blue Moon Acres, 11 Willow Creek Drive, Pennington, 609-737-8333. bluemoonacres.net. Selection of Blue Moongrown Certified Organic produce, micro greens, eggs, rice, Herbarium body care products made with herbs grown on the farm, as well as an array of products from other local vendors. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pennington Farmers Market, Rosedale Mills, 101 Route 31, Pennington. www.penningtonfarmersmarket.org. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and more from local producers. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. West Windsor Community Farmers’ Market, Vaughn Drive Lot, 877 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. www.wwcfm.org. Up to 50 farms and other vendors on site selling fresh produce, meat, sweets, beer, tea, bread, pickles, and more. Live music and other special events weekly. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Farmers Market, Montgomery Friends of Open Space, Montgomery Township Municipal Center, 100 Community Drive, Skillman, 609-915-0817. www.montgomeryfriends.org. Jersey Fresh produce and farm products, baked goods, sauces, fibers, honey, flowers, coffee, and music. Rain or shine. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For Families

Saturdays in July/Sabados en julio, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, Trenton, 609-989-1191. www.ellarslie. org. Breakfast and snacks, arts and crafts projects, museum exploration, and stories about the park and museum for ages 5 to 12 accompanied by an adult. Register; space is limited. Free. 9 a.m. to noon.

Outdoor Action

Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. 3 mile walk on the towpath, weather permitting. Free. Register to canalwalkers@googlegroups.com for notices of weather-related cancellations. 10 a.m.

Sports

Trenton Thunder, Arm & Hammer Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-3300. www.trentonthunder.com. State College Spikes. $12. 6 p.m.

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Live Music

Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-924-2310. www. terhuneorchards.com. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. by Jerry Steele. Lunch fare, homemade treats, ice cream, and wine by the glass available. Noon to 5 p.m.

Mark Feingold Group, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. www. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Jazz. 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

The 1966 Show, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. princetonlibrary.org. New Yacht City plays smooth yacht rock and R&B-inspired sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s featuring songs from bands like Steely Dan, The DoobiA 13-piece band of Einstein Alley musicians performs songs from 1966 by artists including The Beatles, Neil Diamond, The

Master Gardeners Invite Residents to an Evening in the Garden

The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County invite you to the annual Evening in the Garden, Wednesday, July 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Mercer Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell Township, on the grounds of Mercer County Stables.

Attendees can enjoy a beautiful evening stroll through the six educational gardens, all of them in full bloom. Rutgers Master Gardeners will be on hand to chat about plants and planting, butterflies, insects, soil, and compost.

Three brief demonstrations will be held: “Creating an Annual Garden,” “Planning and Planting Containers,” and “Plant This Not That.” Mercer County Horticulturist Justine Grey will answer questions about plants and the Rutgers Master Gardener Program.

“Whether you’re an expert or a novice, this event is a great opportunity to pick up some valuable skills and enjoy the company of fellow gardeners,” said Mercer County Executive Dan Benson. Bring along your friends and

Residents enjoy the 2024 Evening in the Garden.

neighbors for one of the best plant parties, right in your backyard. The event will be held rain or shine. Registration is not required.

For home gardening, plant, turf or insect questions, visit the

Helpline office at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, Monday through Friday. You can also call 609-989-6853 or email AsktheMGs@mercercounty.org.

Temptations, The Beach Boys, and many others. Rain date is July 26. 3 p.m.

Pop Music

New Beginnings, a Musical Revue, Thank You 5 Productions, Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street, Trenton. www.passagetheatre.org. Musical journey through the moments that change us featuring songs from Broadway’s biggest hits such as songs Six, Smash, Hadestown, Wicked, Book of Mormon, and more. This cabaret celebrates transformation, identity, and the beauty of starting again. Tickets via EventBrite, $28.52. 2 p.m.

3 p.m.

World Music

Summer Carillon Concerts: Music that Paints the Silence Princeton University Carillon, 88 College Road West, Princeton, 609-258-7989. Margaret Pan of Massachusetts. Free. 1 p.m.

On Stage

Leader of the Pack, Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, Pennsylvania. www.bcptheater.org. Bop along to the songs you love in this

Broadway musical celebrating the life and times of Ellie Greenwich, whose doo-wop sounds skyrocketed to the top of the ‘60s charts. 1:30 p.m.

Film

Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609279-1999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. $13.50. 1 p.m.

Wellness

Free Class, Yoga4Sobriety, Plainsboro Municipal Building, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. Yoga4Sobriety.com/schedule. Free 12 step-based yoga class. Beginners welcome; no experience required. Bring a mat and an open mind. No registration re-

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quired for in-person attendance; visit website for access via Zoom. 9 to 10:15 a.m.

Art of Yoga Nidra + Sound Healing, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton. org. Treat yourself to an evening of deep nourishment to help you unwind from your week. Take a moment for yourself or join with friends to be guided through a relaxing yoga Nidra meditation and sound healing experience. Register. $35. 6 to 7:30 p.m.

History

Princeton History Walking Tour Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www.princetonhistory.org. Walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. $20. Register. 2 to 4 p.m.

Outdoor Action

Foraging as Stewardship: Wineberries, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes

Photo by Mercer Master Gardener Betty Scarlata.

‘Because You’re Mine’ Brings Country Music Love Stories to Life

Broadway performers work in a relatively small circle of professionals. If you are on the scene for any length of time, chances are that you will cross paths with some of your fellow artists on multiple occasions.

Matt Cusack and Allison Kelly were already acquainted when they were both cast in a stage show, “Ring of Fire,” about the music of Johnny Cash. They had worked together previously doing a concert of Peter, Paul and Mary songs.

They realized while doing “Ring of Fire” that they enjoyed working and making music together. So the Brooklyn residents formed a “country and swing” band called New Ohio, performing both covers and original songs live on stages from New York to Nashville.

Their latest project is called “Because You’re Mine,” which they bill as “a celebration of the great loves and love songs of country music.” The interactive concert is set for two nights at Passage Theatre in Trenton, Aug. 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. both nights.

The hourlong show will feature the music not only of Johnny Cash and June Carter but also George Jones and Tammy Wynette, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn and more.

“We’re going to take you on a journey of the history of country music,” Kelly says. “We tell Johnny and June’s story maybe in a way you haven’t heard before.”

“There’s no shortage of drama with these country icons,” Matt adds.

“What we’re really excited about with this show is the connec-

Preserve, Mountain Avenue, Princeton. www.fopos.org/events-programs. Wineberries are one of New Jersey’s most abundant summer brambleberries, but they are also very invasive, outcompete native plants, and form dense thickets that prevent forest regeneration. Fortunately, they are delicious. Join FOPOS and local experts Matt and Shannon for a wineberry forage walk. Register. 10 a.m. to noon.

Sports

Trenton Thunder, Arm & Hammer Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-3943300. www.trentonthunder.com. State College Spikes. $12. 5 p.m.

Monday July 21

Dancing

ScandiDance-NJ, Princeton Country Dancers, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. www.princetoncountrydancers.org.

Lesson followed by dance to live music. No partner needed. $10. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Good Causes

Arm In Arm Mobile Food Pantry, Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. www.arminarm.org. Food and personal care products made available to those in need. No registration required. The Lawrence Township Health Department, the Mercer County Board of Social Services and the Mercer County Nutrition Program will have informational tables. 2 to 4 p.m.

For Families

Bubble-ology: Bubble Science Show, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction. www.mcl.org. Join family enter-

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tion between two people who love each other and share passion on and off the stage. The intimate nature of that in the juxtaposition of a very public persona and a very public life,” Kelly says.

Multi-instrumentalists Cusack and Kelly sing and play instruments including the guitar and banjo in the show.

“We love singing together, and we love performing together, but I think putting this show together was, ‘Let’s do a deep dive on something we both love and are really passionate about,” Kelly says.

Kelly, who grew up in rural Ohio, was already a big fan of classic country music when she was cast in the Johnny Cash show. “I learned to sing particularly country music from my grandmother. She loved Patsy Cline and George Jones,” Kelly says. “I have really fond memories of being at the piano with her, learning harmony, learning these songs. So I have a real connection to this material.”

Cusack grew up in Hamilton with mom Bonnie, dad David and brother Frank. He attended Nottingham High School before matriculating at University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where he studied jazz. He credits Nottingham music teacher Bob Gravener with setting him on a path toward professional music.

“Bob introduced me to my bass teacher, who was head of the bass department at U Arts,” Cusack says. “I was playing with college guys before I was out of high school.”

He auditioned for and was cast in a musical about Buddy Holly in

New Hampshire. “Less than a year after I got out of college, I was in theater,” he says.

Since then he has done a variety of shows including “One Man Two Guvnors” with James Corden, “Bandstand” with Corey Cott and Laura Osnes, and “Robber Bridegroom” with Steve Pasquale, all on Broadway.

Kelly, meanwhile, is set to make her debut with the Public Theatre in the musical, “The Seat of Our Pants” this fall in New York.

Cusack and Kelly combined their home states of New Jersey and Ohio to come up with the name New Ohio. With the band they have recently released a self-titled EP. Some of the songs are available on

tainer Conrad Cologne for a colorful show. Learn about all the science of these soapy suds and how they do all the amazing things they do. Register. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Plainsboro Summer Blast Outdoor Movie and Family Fun Night, Plainsboro Recreation & Cultural Center, Morris Davison Park, 681 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. Start the evening with fun games, music,and inflatables. Bring along your chair, or blanket and get comfortable on the grass as the movie “Moana 2” starts up at dusk. Free. 7 p.m.

Lectures

Henri Matisse: Master of Color, Magician of Modernism, Mercer County Library. events.mcl.org.

The remarkable career of Henri Matisse, one of the most influential artists of the Twentieth Century, fundamentally altered the course of modern art. Spanning six and a half decades, his vast creative output encompassed painting, drawing, sculpture, graphic arts, and paper cutouts. This talk will examine his extraordinary life and many of his important works. His friend and sometime rival Pablo Picasso once said, “All things considered, there is only Matisse.” Presented by Janet Mandel, arts educator. Register for link to program. 6:30 p.m.

Sports

Trenton Thunder Arm & Hammer Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-3943300. www.trentonthunder.com. Williamsport Crosscutters. $12. 7 p.m.

Tuesday July 22

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Art

Painting in the Capital City, City of Trenton Department of Recreation, Natural Resources and Culture, Franklin Park, Franklin and Woodland streets, Trenton. www.trentonnj.org/rec. Canvases, paint, and brushes will be provided. Participants will be shown different techniques of mixing and applying colors and textures. 6 to 8 p.m.

Dancing

Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. www.princetonfolkdance.org. No partner necessary. $5. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Farm Markets

Robbinsville Farmers Market, Miry Run Recreation Area, 66 Sharon Road, Robbinsville, 609924-9529. www.robbinsville-twp. org. Fresh local fruits & vegetables and other fresh foods, as well as household, flower, and pet items, plus weekly special events.

3:30 to 7 p.m.

Kids Stuff

Read and Pick: Peaches, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence, 609-924-2310. www.terhuneorchards.com. Read books highlighting peaches followed by an educational component. Everyone picks a small container of peaches. Register. $12 per child includes all materials. 9:30 and 11 a.m.

Kids Stuff

Summer Kids Club: Balloon Artistry, MarketFair, 3535 Route 1, West Windsor. www.marketfairshoppes.com. Interactive activities and entertainment for all ages based on a weekly theme. Kids storytime follows at Barnes & Noble. Free; parents must stay. 10 to 11 a.m.

Free Tour Princeton Airport, 41 Airpark Road, Montgomery, 609921-3100. www.princetonairport. com. Fun and educational 30-40 minute tours designed for ages 5 and up to inspire young minds and introduce them to the real people, planes, and possibilities that make flying such an amazing experience. See planes, sit in the pilot’s seat, learn about flying and maintaining planes, ask questions, and take pictures. Canceled in case of bad weather. 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Storytime, Princeton Public Library, Princeton Shopping Center Courtyard, 301 North Harrison Street, Princeton. www. princetonlibrary.org. This interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Bring a blanket. 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Outdoor Action

Winged Wonders of the Night, Friends of Princeton Nursery Lands, Mapleton Preserve/D&R Canal State Park, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston. www.fpnl.org. Explore the world of New Jersey moths wildlife biologist Blaine Rothauser during National Moth Week. Moths are important pollinators, and their caterpillars are a major food source for baby birds. After a slide presentation on moths, step outside and turn on a 1,000-watt light after dark to lure moths and identify them. Bring a camera. Bug spray, flashlight or headlamp, and comfortable walking shoes recommended. Geared towards ages 12+. Free; pre-registration required to karen.e.linder@gmail.com or 609-683-0483. 8 to 10 p.m.

Sports Trenton Thunder, Arm & Hammer Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-3300. www.trentonthunder.com. Williamsport Crosscutters. $12. 11 a.m.

Wednesday July 23

Outdoor Concerts

Concerts on the Landing Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. www.nj.gov/state/ memorial. Trenton legend Ernie White performs a free lunchtime concert on the steps of the War Memorial. Concert moves inside in case of inclement weather. Noon to 2 p.m.

Music on the Patio: A Celtic Serenade with Theresa Morrow & Ken Malberg Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning, 101 Poor Farm Road, Princeton, 609-751-9699. www.cmaprinceton.org. Refreshments served. Register. $10. 6 p.m. Plainsboro Summer Blast Concert Featuring: “The Little Mermen”, Plainsboro Recreation & Cultural Center, Plainsboro Municipal Grounds, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. The “Little Mermen & The Princess Pals” bring Disney’s beloved songs to life with a fun rockin’ twist. Featuring Live Disney Hits, Face Painting, Fun Games, giant inflatables and more. Free. 6 p.m.

Pop Music

Oy Vey! It’s The Calamari Sisters, Bristol Riverside Theater, 120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, Pennsylvania. www.brtstage.org. Musical comedy blending Jewish and Italian traditions as the sisters are hired to cater an event at a Jewish funeral home. $50 and up. 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Film

Hollywood Summer Nights Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609279-1999. www.thegardentheatre.com. To Catch a Thief. $13.50. 7 p.m.

Dancing

Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Paul Morris with Blue Jersey. $15. 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Wellness

Wild Gentle Yoga: Yoga to Connect with Yourself and Nature, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Gentle yoga that builds body awareness, strength, flexibility and a better understanding of how humans connect to and reflect natural systems with Priscilla Hayes. Register. Pay what you can, $8 and up. 8 to 9 a.m.

History

Twilight Garden Tour, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.morven. org. Horticulturist-led tour of Morven’s gardens followed by light refreshments on the pool house porch. Register. $20. 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Lectures

The Paint Diva Method with Cindy Gelormini, Mercer County Library. events.mcl.org. Have you ever walked into a paint store and become completely overwhelmed with too many color choices? Ever made a mistake choosing the wrong color and now you’re afraid to choose your own paint colors again? Cindy Gelormini, the Paint Diva, will speak about the 5 mistakes people make when painting their homes, and how to fix them using the method outlined in her recently published book, The Paint Diva

Method. It’s a practical step by step way to choose paint colors that makes the process of color selection incredibly simple and stress free. Learn how to choose colors for walls, ceilings and trim, which paint to use, which finish to use and how to sample colors correctly. Register for link to program. 7 p.m.

Socials

Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Princeton Comic Makers presents: JERSEY ART MEETUPS (JAM), a weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Illustrators, animators, writers, and generalists are all welcome to join and discuss their art and career goals, share learning resources, promote current projects, or find friends and collaborators. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

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The bonds of sisterhood and the bonds of simply being humans sharing this earth underpin two concurrent exhibitions at Artworks Trenton. Both open with a reception on Saturday, July 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. and remain on view through Saturday, August 16.

“The World We Share” is a collaboration by two sister artists, Marzena Haupa and Magda Dodd. The inspiration for their art comes from many shared experiences; a love of nature, people, and art. They venture out into nature by bike or on foot, visiting galleries, enjoying the arts, and meeting diverse communities of artists and art lovers. Their paintings capture and embody the beauty of the nature they experience as well as the people they meet, admire, and love.

The exhibit features both portraits and paintings of nature. The collection of portraits is an attempt to capture these people in a moment, with their colorful personalities, physical characteristics, and the depth of their emotions.

The collection of paintings dedicated to nature captures lakes, rivers, streams, mountains, flowers, and lots of forest, which Haupa is mesmerized by. The paintings show the beauty of nature from a slightly different vantage point, with an element of surprise.

“The world is full of diverse communities with beautiful, extraordinary people looking for love, lust, acceptance, and fulfilment,” Haupa says.

“The whole collection is all about positive feelings,” Dodd adds. “It is happy art created with bright happy colors and positive emotions. It is meant to ignite these positive emotions in the audience.”

Haupa, based in Princeton, is a member of West Windsor Arts, Artworks Trenton, and New Hope Arts, where her artwork is often exhibited. She participates in many local exhibitions and juried art shows and is a resident artist at Arete Gallery in New Hope, where her art is exhibited and available for purchase. As a contemporary artist, she works with several different mediums to create her art; this includes acrylic, sprays and oil pastels.

“Painting is my passion,” Haupa says. “I discovered it during the time of the pandemic. Through painting I found inner peace and equilibrium. I love nature and people so this is what I paint. Through the means of contemporary art, I can capture the beauty I find around me and share it with others. I consider myself to be a modern expressionist. The style I use, a combination of abstract art and figurative painting, allows me to capture the emotions, character, mood, and beauty in nature and people. Vibrant colors, shapes, lines, and patterns give me the emotional freedom of interpretation to create a specific atmosphere for each painting.”

View Haupa’s art on Instagram: @marzenah_arts or @marzena-

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Dodd, who lives in Lawrenceville, draws inspiration from her surroundings, color combinations, and subjects to create art that makes you look at the world differently.

“Painting is a mystery to me. Not only do I not understand it, but I’m also not convinced I am supposed to,” she says. “When I paint, I release my feelings without words. I become focused in total chaos and emotions fly.

“I tend to see things which I could never see before, even though they were always present just there.”

Dodd is a member of West Windsor Arts and is also represented By Arete Gallery, where her art is exhibited. Visit her on Facebook @magda.dodd.

“The body of work created by Magda and Marzena is so bright and colorful, perfect for mid-summer,” Vincent said. “We encourage everyone to come and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gallery on a hot summer day.”

“We Are All Connected Art Project” by Miami-based abstract artist and poet Beatricia Sagar is an exhibition without borders or boundaries. The living, conceptual

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work of art is made up of puzzle pieces, distributed to artists from more than 60 countries who decorated and then returned the piece, which was added to a 20-piece puzzle with a unique patterning, randomly interconnected into one large work of art.

It is an artistic vision with deep meaning at a time when there is so much division in the world. “We’re delighted to showcase this body of work from such an innovative artist,” said Addison Vincent, artistic director of Artworks Trenton. “We are proud to host this beautiful conception.”

The World We Share and We Are All Connected Art Project, Artworks Trenton, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton. Opening reception Saturday, July 19, 6 to 8 p.m. On view through August 16. www.artworkstrenton.org

Life in the Fast Lane

Trenton’s Historic Potteries site added to Superfund list

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has added the Historic Potteries site in Trenton to the Superfund National Priorities List.

The designation marks a major step toward long-term remediation of widespread lead contamination in the city’s North Ward, where more than 200 residential properties—as well as parks and school grounds—were found to have elevated soil lead levels from 19thand 20th-century ceramics manufacturing.

“For decades, families in East Trenton have lived with contamination left behind by historic industrial operations,” said EPA Regional Administrator Michael Martucci in a release.

“By adding this site to the National Priorities List, EPA is addressing public health risks and laying the groundwork for community revitalization and economic growth.”

The Historic Potteries site includes areas once occupied by dozens of commercial pottery operations that commonly used leadbased glazes and coatings.

In a statement, Mayor Reed Gusciora welcomed the EPA’s commitment.

“We know the dangers of lead exposure are serious and long-lasting—especially for children, who are most vulnerable to its impacts on health, behavior, and learning,” Gusciora said.

“With federal support, we can accelerate cleanup efforts, pursue accountability from responsible parties, and bring meaningful revitalization to our neighborhoods,” the mayor said.

Lead exposure is particularly harmful to children, causing developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

While short-term actions—such as soil covers and fencing—have already been implemented at key sites, the Superfund designation will enable the EPA to conduct a full-scale investigation, secure long-term funding, and initiate a comprehensive cleanup plan.

The city’s Department of Health has worked with the EPA since its investigation began in 2018. The EPA has already taken immediate protective actions, installing temporary soil covers at Ulysses S. Grant Intermediate School and completing similar measures at Sonny Vereen and Breunig Avenue Parks. The agency is also providing free soil testing to residents.

The announcement was also celebrated by the nonprofit East Trenton Collaborative, which has been working specifically on lead contamination issues in the East Trenton neighborhood for more than five years.

“This is a bittersweet accomplishment for our team and residents. The generational toll of this level of unmitigated contamination is felt daily by our community.”

Said Caitlin Fair, Program Director of the East Trenton Collaborative. “However, we are both relieved and hopeful that the work we have been able to do and will continue to do will be of tremendous benefit to future generations and significantly move the needle on our goal of creating a just and equitable environment and enhancing the quality of life for the residents of East Trenton and the entire city.”

While EPA’s investigation began in 2018, the East Trenton Collaborative has intensified efforts over the past two years, working

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closely with the EPA to ramp up testing and push for immediate action on high-risk public and private sites. The organizing work has been led by ETC’s resident-driven Environmental Safety Community Organizing Committee, headed by ETC organizer Shereyl Snider.

As part of this initiative, the East Trenton Collaborative, in partnership with Lead-Free NJ, was designated as a Lead-Free Community Hub. In this role, ETC, with administrative support from Isles, has focused on increasing public awareness about lead toxin dangers and engaging in direct advocacy for lead service line replacement, home lead testing, children’s blood lead testing, and widespread soil testing at local, state, and federal levels.

“Our residents didn’t just demand action — they became experts,” said Snider. “We partnered with Rutgers to train a cohort of community members as community scientists, teaching them about lead exposure and how to collect soil samples for testing. This community has been leading the fight for environmental justice.”

The Superfund program, created under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980, authorizes the EPA to clean up the most contaminated sites in the country.

With the site now officially on the NPL, the EPA will use federal funding for investigations, design and cleanup at the site. EPA will also pursue potentially responsible parties for cleanup costs wherever possible. The designation allows for a comprehensive Remedial Investigation and Feasibility Study, followed by implementation of a long-term cleanup plan that will address the contamination affecting homes, parks, and public spaces across the neighborhood. Roughly 1,300 sites nationwide are currently on the list.

“Today’s announcement builds on years of previous work already done at the site by EPA and NJDEP to protect the community,” the EPA said in its release.

Gusciora thanked the EPA and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for their partnership.

“We look forward to continuing

our work together to ensure every family in Trenton — especially in our North Ward — can live, learn, and play in a safe and healthy environment,” Gusciora said.

For more information about the Historic Potteries cleanup and the Superfund process, visit epa.gov.

Quakerbridge Executive Center Sells for $4.4 Million

ALawrenceville office building has changed hands in a $4.4 million deal, with new ownership planning long-term investment in the property.

Colliers announced the sale of the Quakerbridge Executive Center at 101 Grovers Mill Road just before the July 4 weekend.

The three-story, 77,530-squarefoot building was purchased by an affiliate of Pentaurus Properties, based in Millburn. Colliers represented the seller, Murray Construction.

Located off Route 1 with direct access to I-295, the site connects to Princeton, Trenton and the wider Philadelphia metro area. It also sits across from QuakerBridge Mall.

The building is currently 47 percent leased and anchored by longtime tenant Szaferman Lakind, a law firm that has maintained offices there for more than 40 years.

Colliers said the firm’s continued presence highlights the site’s long-term value and ties to the

community.

Pentaurus Properties plans to renovate the entire complex. Asset manager JD Moore said upgrades will modernize both common areas and tenant spaces, with aggressive improvement packages offered to attract new users.

“Today, it is more important than ever to have your team want to be in the office — and the first step is providing them with a beautiful functional environment,” Moore said. “We just love the project.” Colliers identified the Route 1 corridor as a key driver of office activity in the Princeton submarket.

According to the firm’s firstquarter 2025 report, Central Jersey includes about 83 million square feet of office inventory, with average asking rents holding at $28.29 per square foot.

The Colliers brokerage team included Vice Chair Jacklene Chesler, Vice President Patrick Norris, Director and Senior Financial Analyst Philippe Jomphe, and Senior Financial Analyst Matthew Cohen.

American Airlines to Launch ‘Flights’ Between Trenton and Philadelphia

Travelers flying through Trenton-Mercer Airport will be able to connect to Philadelphia International Airport by bus—thanks

to a new partnership between American Airlines and Landline.

The route, starting on Monday, Sept. 22, marks the latest expansion of the airline’s bus-to-plane network.

While the new Trenton-to-Philadelphia leg isn’t a flight, it offers several of the same benefits.

Buses will depart and arrive “airside,” meaning passengers will already have cleared TSA security. Checked luggage will be transferred directly, and travelers can earn or redeem AAdvantage miles. American Airlines and Landline will operate three daily trips in each direction. Departures from Trenton are scheduled for 6:45 a.m., 12 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. Buses leave Philadelphia for Trenton at 8:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6:40 p.m. The ride takes about 50 minutes.

“By this fall, Landline will feed over 1,500 daily seats into American’s Philadelphia hub from five Northeast cities,” said Nick Johnson, vice president and head of revenue at Landline. “This unlocks seamless global connectivity for hundreds of thousands of travelers each year.”

Landline also connects American Airlines passengers at Philadelphia with Atlantic City International Airport, Lehigh Valley International Airport, Wilmington Airport in Delaware, and Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport. Reservations for the Trenton service can be made at aa.com.

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growth and public accessibility of high-quality, diverse, community arts organizations and projects.

Mercer County’s annual History Re-Grant Program is offered through a partnership between the New Jersey Historical Commission’s County History Partnership Program (CHPP) and the MCC&HC. History Re-Grants are available to Mercer County-based, non-for-profit history organizations, societies, and sites. History Re-Grants are also available to other Mercer County non-profit organizations offering special programs, services, activities, or materials that relate to the history of the State, County or any of the County’s 12 municipalities. Mercer County-based community and educational entities, including libraries, universities, colleges, and schools may also apply.

“Through these grant programs, the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H) has been able to invest in the people and projects that keep our cultural heritage thriving,” said Idamis P. Margicin, division chief of the MCDC&H. “We look forward to continuing this vital support in 2026 and seeing the inspiring work that lies ahead.”

In Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), the MCDC&H made the switch to a fully digital online grant portal with the intention of simplifying the application process. Non-profit organizations interested in apply-

ing to either/both the FY26 Local Arts Programs (LAP) Grant Program and the FY26 History ReGrant Program may apply by logging in or creating an account. For more information about Mercer County Culture & Heritage grant opportunities, visit www. mercercounty.org/departments/ culture-and-heritage/grants-information or contact the MCDC&H at 609-989-6418 or cjohnstone@ mercercounty.org.

I Am Trenton Launches 2025 Grant Round

The I Am Trenton Community Foundation has launched its 2025 Grant Round. The foundation is accepting applications in English and Spanish until Friday, August 15. The 2025 Citywide grant cycle will support ideas that address celebrating diversity, ensuring equity of opportunity, and role modeling inclusion. These categories will be interpreted broadly; applicants should pick the one that best fits their project.

Projects led by residents and grassroots organizations receive priority. Large/established nonprofits or businesses may apply as applicable but are very unlikely to be funded unless it is for a very compelling project led by residents in the neighborhood, and a clear reason is presented why the organization cannot secure funding for the project from its regular sources.

All new applicants must attend a

technical workshop, and past grantees are strongly encouraged to attend since the process has changed. Register at www.iamtrenton.org/grants/Citywide for one of the following sessions:

Thursday, July 17, 6 p.m., via Zoom

Saturday July 19, 11 a.m., in person at East Trenton Center, 610 North Clinton Avenue

Tuesday, July 22, 6 p.m., in person at East Trenton Center, 610 North Clinton Avenue

Wednesday, July 30, 7 p.m., via Zoom

Saturday August 2, 11 a.m., via Zoom

Check the website at www.iamtrenton.org/Citywide for Request for Proposal details and complete instructions.

Business Meetings

Wednesday July 16

Networking, BNI Falcons, IHOP, 610 Route 33, East Windsor, 877264-0500. www.bninjpa.org. Hybrid meeting. Speakers: Olin Johnson, commercial and residential painting services; and Mark Ragnoli, screen printing and embroidery samplings. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Non-Profit Wellness Breakfast, Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce, NJM Insurance Group, 301 Sullivan Way, West Trenton, 609-924-1776. www.princetonmercerchamber. org. Come together with other non-profit executives and employees for a relaxing morning of mindfulness and a chance to recharge. Facilitators from the Well-

Thursday July 17

ness Team at Penn Medicine Princeton Health lead simple exercises, mindfulness meditations, and a meaningful conversation in a relaxed, supportive setting. Light breakfast provided. 8 to 10 a.m.

Networking BNI Tigers Chapter Conference Center at Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3237. www.bninjpa.org. In-person meeting. Speaker: Veronica Vilardo, real estate. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Networking, BNI Top Flight, Town Diner, 431 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-443-8222. www. bninjpa.org. 7 a.m.

Friday July 18

Networking, BNI Driven, Elks Lodge #2622, 1580 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-585-9610. www. bninjpa.org. Speakers: Fred Ewig, business coaching; and Jen Davis, photography. 7 a.m.

Networking, X-Factor BNI, VFW 133, 485 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, 908-421-6151. www. bninjpa.org. Guests always welcome. RSVP suggested. Contact distinguished@rocketmail.com for more. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

JobSeekers, Professional Service Group of Mercer County, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. psgofmercercounty.org. Executive career coach Ed Samuel shares techniques to share your successes as tangible and quantifiable accomplishments to help your resume stand out and highlight your value as an employee. 9:45 a.m. to noon.

Saturday July 19

Mid-Day Toastmasters Club, 908-421-6151. 4139.toastmastersclubs.org. Nonprofit dedicated to effective oral communication and leadership development. Meeting via Zoom. Visit tinyurl.com/zoomwithmidday. 10 a.m.

Tuesday July 22

Mid-Day Toastmasters Club 908-421-6151. 4139.toastmastersclubs.org. Nonprofit dedicated to effective oral communication and leadership development. Meeting via Zoom. Visit tinyurl.com/zoomwithmidday. 11:30 a.m.

JobSeekers. sites.google.com/ site/njjobseekers. Virtual meeting for those seeking employment. Visit website for GoTo Meeting link. 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday July 23

Networking, BNI Falcons, IHOP, 610 Route 33, East Windsor, 877264-0500. www.bninjpa.org. Hybrid meeting. Speakers: Shawn Donelson, office equipment sales process presentation; and Tahiv Grantham, notary and social media promotion of your business. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Business After Business Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce, Yankee Doodle Tap Room, Nassau Inn, 10 Palmer Square East, Princeton, 609924-1776. www.princetonmercerchamber.org. Network with fellow Chamber members and guests in a warm, relaxed atmosphere while enjoying light fare, beer and wine. Register. 5 to 7 p.m.

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• 28,000 sf (+/-) of ground-level retail, office & medical space

• Optional built-to-suit space designed to fit your needs

• Separate utilities for each suite

• 191 Luxury apartments on-site

• Over 120 parking spaces with handicap accessibility

• High visibility with 29,646 (+/-) vehicles on Route 206 & 14,760 vehicles on Amwell Road passing the center daily

• Six building complex totaling 47,094 sf (+/-)

• Private bathroom, kitchenette & separate utilities for each suite

• Nine acres of professionally landscaped & managed office & medical space

• 336 Parking spaces available with handicap accessibility

• Close proximity to hotels & restaurants in the Princeton & Trenton areas

• Four building warehouse complex totaling 150,000 sf (+/-) situated in a prime location right off Route 31

• All buildings feature 32’ clear ceiling heights, 50’ x 50’ column spacing, heavy power, LED warehouse lighting, 360-degree site circulation, heavy floor load, loading docks &/or drive-ins

• Separate utilities and entrances for each suite

• Full wet sprinkler system throughout

• 270 Parking spaces available with handicap accessibility