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Wednesday August 12

Music

Concerts on the Landing, War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The free lunchtime series brings live music to the portico of the War Memorial, with a food truck on site and seating available. The series is presented as part of the New Jersey State Museum's summer programming, and concerts may move indoors during extreme heat or stormy weather. noon to 2 p.m.

Art

Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, artscouncilofprinceton.org. Princeton Comic Makers hosts an informal weekly meetup for artists, illustrators, comic makers and other creatives interested in sequential art, storytelling and new media. The gathering is free and open to artists looking for a community workspace and conversation. 7 to 9 p.m.

Member Discovery Tour, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Grounds For Sculpture offers members a self-guided, scavenger-hunt-style tour through a portion of the 42-acre sculpture park. Participants pick up materials in the Member Lounge, explore the gardens at their own pace and return by 3 p.m. for answers, prizes and a complimentary beverage. 2 to 3 p.m.

Shade Plants: The Garden's Hidden Treasures, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Grounds For Sculpture horticulture staff lead a guided look at plants that thrive in the coolest, shadiest areas of the garden. The program focuses on plant choices, garden conditions and the relationship between the living landscape and the sculpture park. 11 a.m. to noon

Museums

Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weather permitting, museum staff host an outdoor viewing of the partial solar eclipse near the Planetarium dome. Eclipse glasses will be available for attendees, and visitors can pair the viewing with the museum's daytime Planetarium schedule. 12:45 to 2:45 p.m.

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' Shows are offered during the museum's summer public schedule and are intended for visitors interested in astronomy, space science and sky-watching. 2:30 p.m.

Film

The World, the Flesh and the Devil, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, princetongardentheatre.org. The 1959 post-apocalyptic drama screens as part of the theater's Hollywood Summer Nights series. The film stars Harry Belafonte, Inger Stevens and Mel Ferrer in a story about survivors navigating an emptied New York City and the tensions that follow. 7 p.m.

National Treasure, Woolsey Park, Titusville, hopewelltwp.org. The family adventure film follows historian Ben Gates on a puzzle-filled hunt for a treasure hidden by America's Founding Fathers. Parking opens at 8 p.m.; the outdoor screening begins around dusk. Attendees may bring blankets, chairs and snacks. 8:30 p.m.

Preserving the Untold History of Chinese Grocers in the Delta, Mercer County Library System, virtual, events.mcl.org. Emerging filmmaker and Hopewell resident Bryan Zhao presents a virtual screening and discussion of 'Eighty Years at Young's,' a documentary about Chinese grocers in the Mississippi Delta during the Jim Crow era. The program examines community memory, oral histories and the legacy of Chinese-owned grocery stores in the South. 7 p.m.

Books

Drop In and Knit, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Knitters and other fiber artists gather in the Quiet Room for an informal drop-in session. Participants may bring current projects, work alongside others, ask basic questions and enjoy a low-pressure space for stitching and conversation in the middle of the week. 10 a.m. to noon

Kids & Teens

Summer Crafts Drop-In Program, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The museum offers free hands-on craft activities in the Imagination Studio as part of its summer drop-in programming. Activities change from day to day and are designed for families visiting the museum during the afternoon. 1 to 3 p.m.

Baby Storytime, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Babies and caregivers share songs, rhymes, fingerplays and short books in a gentle early-literacy program. The storytime is designed for the youngest library visitors and gives parents and caregivers a structured way to introduce language, rhythm and social time. 11:30 a.m. to noon

Baby Play Group, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Babies and caregivers are invited to stay after storytime or drop in for unstructured social play. The program gives families a chance to meet one another while young children explore age-appropriate toys and early learning activities. noon to 1 p.m.

Business

August Business Before Business, The Nassau Club, 6 Mercer Street, Princeton, princetonmercerchamber.org. Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce presents an in-person morning networking event with coffee, breakfast and opportunities to meet area business professionals before the workday. Registration is typically required through the chamber. 8 to 10 a.m.

Community

Learning Cursive, Mercer County Library: Hickory Corner Branch, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Participants practice cursive handwriting using worksheets and guided exercises. The program is tied to renewed interest in cursive instruction, including New Jersey's planned return of cursive to third through fifth grades beginning in September 2026. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Health

Gentle Wild Yoga, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, bhwp.org. The outdoor yoga series is designed to help participants connect with themselves and nature at the preserve. The class is held in a natural setting and is intended for a gentle start to the day among native plants and trails. 8 to 9 a.m.

Meetings

Lawrence Township Board of Education, Lawrence High School Media Center, 2525 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, ltps.org. The school board holds its monthly public meeting. A closed executive session begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the public session. Formal action may be taken on district business. 7 p.m.

Ewing Site Review Board, Ewing Municipal Building, 2 Jake Garzio Drive, Ewing, ewingnj.org. The board reviews development applications for conformance with township land-use requirements. The public meeting gives residents and applicants a chance to hear site-plan matters and related board discussion. 7 p.m.

Thursday August 13

Music

Music in the Park, Weeden Park, Lawrenceville, lawrencevillemainstreet.com. The free Thursday-night series features live music, community activities and games for children. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and spend the evening downtown during the family-friendly summer concert series. 6 to 8 p.m.

Art

Hooked on Yarn, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, events.mcl.org. Beginners and experienced crafters gather to work on yarn projects and share ideas with other makers. The weekly program is open to ages 16 and older and gives participants time for knitting, crocheting, conversation and informal help. 10 to 11 a.m.

Museums

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The program gives visitors several daytime options for exploring astronomy and space science under the dome. 2:30 p.m.

Meet the Curator Tour: The Doan Gang, Mercer Museum, 84 South Pine Street, Doylestown, mercermuseum.org. Mercer Museum gallery guides lead an after-hours tour of 'The Doan Gang: Outlaws of the Revolution,' with a closer look at the people, places and artifacts in the exhibition. The program is geared toward visitors interested in Revolutionary-era history and regional stories from Bucks County. 6 to 7 p.m.

Film

Twin Peaks: Episodes 2 and 3, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, princetongardentheatre.org. The theater continues its 'Twin Peaks' series with two episodes from the first season. The cult television mystery created by David Lynch and Mark Frost is presented on the big screen as part of the Garden Theatre's special programming. 7 p.m.

Books

Book Swap for Adults, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Readers may bring up to two books to exchange and talk with other readers about favorite summer discoveries. The informal gathering gives participants a chance to trade recommendations, clear shelf space and leave with something new to read. 10:30 a.m.

Black Voices Book Group, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. The group discusses Walter Mosley's 'The Long Fall.' All readers are welcome to join the conversation about the novel, its characters and themes, even if they are new to the library book group. 7:15 p.m.

Larkin McPhee, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Author Larkin McPhee discusses and reads from her recently released book, 'I'll See You in My Dreams: A Sister's Memoir.' The program includes a reading, conversation with the audience and a book signing after the event. 6 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Teen Art Studio Drop-In, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Teens ages 13 and older make their own sketchbooks during a free drop-in museum studio program. The session gives teens a low-pressure setting to experiment with art materials and begin a personal creative journal. 3 to 4:15 p.m.

Business

College Funding and the FAFSA: Steps in Maximizing Financial Aid, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Wei Yong of Transamerica Financial Advisors presents strategies for families preparing for the college financial aid process. The workshop focuses on the FAFSA, legal and effective financial positioning and ways to improve a student's potential to qualify for aid. 7 p.m.

Open Lab/Northstar, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. The computer classroom is open for patrons to work on projects, practice digital skills through the Northstar Digital Literacy platform or sit for an assessment to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. Technology trainers are available to assist. 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Health

Yoga at the Museum, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton University, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. The Princeton University Art Museum offers a yoga session in a museum setting. The program is part of the museum's public event calendar and gives participants a chance to pair movement, mindfulness and time in the museum. 6:30 p.m.

Adult Guided Meditation, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Library staff member Leena, a longtime practitioner of Rajyoga meditation, leads a midday session intended to help participants relax, refocus and regain a sense of calm. Registration is requested. noon

Friday August 14

On Stage

The Wedding Singer, Villagers Theatre, 515 DeMott Lane, Somerset, villagerstheatre.org. The musical based on the Adam Sandler film follows Robbie Hart, a wedding singer in 1985 New Jersey, after his fiancee leaves him at the altar. The stage version adds an original score, 1980s setting and romantic-comedy plot about second chances. 7:30 p.m.

Music

Happy Hour on the River: El Kabong, South Riverwalk Park, Trenton, mercercounty.org. The free riverfront series features live music, activities for children and families and food and craft beer available for purchase. Parking is $5 in the adjacent Trenton Thunder lot, and attendees may bring chairs or blankets for the waterfront concert. 7 p.m.

Sunset Sips and Sounds, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Terhune Orchards hosts its Friday evening winery series with live music, wine, wine slushies and light fare in the historic apple orchard. The weekly gathering is designed as a relaxed start to the weekend and runs rain or shine unless otherwise announced. 8 p.m.

The Groove Dudes Band, Cooper's Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, coopersnj.com. The band performs danceable rock, pop, funk and party favorites at the waterfront entertainment venue. Reservations are recommended for groups, and the show is part of Cooper's regular live-music schedule overlooking the Delaware River. Check website for time.

Music and Vino, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. The vineyard begins its weekend with free live music, wine and food. Guests can settle in for an evening of regional performers, brick-oven fare and Hopewell Valley Vineyards wines. 5 to 8 p.m.

Federico Foli Trio, Triumph Princeton, 20 Palmer Square East, Princeton, triumphbrewing.com. Triumph Princeton presents the Federico Foli Trio as part of its live music and events schedule. The downtown brewery hosts the performance in its Palmer Square space, giving listeners a chance to pair dinner, beer and an evening set. 6 to 9 p.m.

Art

Creativity Labs Open Studio Hours, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton University, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. The Princeton University Art Museum opens its Creativity Labs for drop-in studio time. Visitors may use the museum's art-making space to explore materials, respond to works on view and spend time making art during extended Friday hours. 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Museums

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The summer schedule offers multiple daytime shows for families and general audiences. 2:30 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Open Play for Toddlers and Preschoolers, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Caregivers and children ages 5 and younger meet for a drop-in play session with age-appropriate toys. The program gives young children time to play and socialize while caregivers connect with one another. 9:30 a.m.

Health

Aging Gracefully at Home: Tips and Strategies, Mercer County Library: Ewing Branch, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, events.mcl.org. Olga St. Pierre, a senior living specialist with Keller Williams Real Estate, discusses the advantages, challenges and risks of remaining at home while aging. The workshop looks at planning, support systems and practical strategies for living safely and independently. 11 a.m.

Saturday August 15

On Stage

The Wedding Singer, Villagers Theatre, 515 DeMott Lane, Somerset, villagerstheatre.org. The musical based on the Adam Sandler film follows Robbie Hart, a wedding singer in 1985 New Jersey, after his fiancee leaves him at the altar. Villagers Theatre's production features a cast of local performers and an 1980s-inspired pop score. 7:30 p.m.

Music

Thirties, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, smallworldcoffee.com. The group performs laid-back, vibey music during Small World Coffee's free Saturday-night music series. The performance is part of the coffeehouse's regular community arts programming in downtown Princeton. 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Winery Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Terhune Orchards continues its weekend winery series with live local music, wine, wine slushies and light fare in the winery orchard. Guests may also visit the farm store and enjoy the farm's summer season before or after the music. 1 to 4 p.m.

Summer Reading Wrap-Up Celebration, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. The library celebrates the end of Summer Reading 2026 with an all-ages dance party featuring DJ James Myricks. The program brings readers and families together on Hinds Plaza and in the Community Room for music, movement and a final summer celebration. 2 p.m.

J. Taylor Leach Trio, Triumph Princeton, 20 Palmer Square East, Princeton, triumphbrewing.com. Triumph Princeton presents drummer, bandleader and educator J. Taylor Leach with his trio. The Texas-born, New York City-based musician has performed with artists including Christian McBride, Bill Charlap and Bernie Worrell. 6 to 9 p.m.

Summer Music Series, Palmer Square Green, Princeton, palmersquare.com. Palmer Square's Summer Music Series brings free live music to the Green in the heart of downtown Princeton. Visitors are encouraged to make a day of it by shopping, dining and gathering with friends and family while local talent performs outdoors. 1 to 3 p.m.

Music and Vino, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Hopewell Valley Vineyards continues its weekend music schedule with wine, food and live performance in the vineyard setting. The winery regularly hosts Friday, Saturday and Sunday music events, giving guests a relaxed way to spend a summer evening. 5 to 8 p.m.

John Bianculli Trio, Eddie V's, Princeton MarketFair, 3535 Route 1, Princeton, m.eddiev.com/home. Pianist John Bianculli brings his trio to Eddie V's at Princeton MarketFair, with Sue Williams on bass and Tom Baker on drums for the Aug. 15 performance. The restaurant notes that dinner reservations are suggested, though listeners may also hear the music at the bar. 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Dance

River Dance Festival, Mill Ballet School, 46 North Sugan Road, New Hope, roxeyballet.org. Roxey Ballet hosts the fifth annual River Dance Festival, a two-day showcase of dancers, choreographers and creators. The festival presents a range of styles and artists, with in-person performances and livestream options available. 2 and 7 p.m.

Art

Shade Plants: The Garden's Hidden Treasures, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Grounds For Sculpture horticulture staff lead a guided look at plants that thrive in the coolest, shadiest areas of the garden. The program is intended for visitors interested in horticulture, native and ornamental plantings and the way plantings frame sculpture. 11 a.m. to noon

Museums

Fossil Collecting with Dr. Dana Ehret, Big Brook Fossil Preserve, Colts Neck, nj.gov/state/museum. New Jersey State Museum staff lead a fossil collecting trip at Big Brook Fossil Preserve with Dr. Dana Ehret. The program gives participants a chance to learn about New Jersey fossils while collecting in the field. Registration is required through the museum. 10 a.m. to noon

Science Under the Stars: The Origin of Our Elements, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Dr. Maddie Lucey of the University of Pennsylvania discusses the creation of elements throughout the history of the universe. The free Planetarium talk follows the story of atoms from the Big Bang through stellar processes and modern research into cosmic chemical evolution. 4:15 p.m.

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekend Planetarium shows include 'Dinosaurs of Antarctica,' 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The schedule gives visitors four public showtimes throughout the afternoon. noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.

Film

The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and the American Revolution, Acme Screening Room, 25 South Union Street, Lambertville, acmescreeningroom.org. The documentary tells the story of how underground Boston radio station WBCN became an influential cultural and political voice. A Zoom question-and-answer session with the producers follows the screening. 6 p.m.

Books

Adult Summer Reading Finale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Participants in the library's adult summer reading program gather to share favorite summer reads, play a bookish game and enjoy refreshments. The event wraps up the season and gives readers a chance to trade recommendations before fall. 10:30 a.m.

Kids & Teens

Tots for Sculpture: Spin-Tastic Pinwheels, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Children hear 'Pinwheel' by Salina Yoon, then create colorful pinwheels while practicing cutting, folding and assembling skills. The art-making program is designed for young children and caregivers. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. and. 12:30 to 1:45 p.m.

Small Explorers: Story Time and Craft, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Children hear 'When You Find the Right Rock' and make a related craft. The program is designed for ages 2 to 8 with a caregiver and combines reading, museum exploration and hands-on making. 10 a.m.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, princetongardentheatre.org. The family matinee comedy based on Jeff Kinney's book series screens as part of the theater's $5 Family Matinees program. The live-action adaptation follows 12-year-old Greg Heffley as he navigates middle school, friendships, family expectations and the social rules he keeps trying to master. 10 a.m.

Festivals

West Windsor Farmers Market, West Windsor Athletic Complex, 877 Alexander Road, West Windsor, westwindsorfarmersmarket.org. The weekly market features local farms, food vendors, prepared foods and community groups. The market operates rain or shine, with seasonal produce, baked goods, artisan foods and information from community organizations. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Community

FOPOS Volunteer Stewardship Session, Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, Princeton, fopos.org. Friends of Princeton Open Space hosts a volunteer session focused on removing invasive species and preparing restoration areas for fall planting. Volunteers should dress for outdoor work and may help with habitat restoration in the preserve. 9 a.m.

Sunday August 16

On Stage

The Wedding Singer, Villagers Theatre, 515 DeMott Lane, Somerset, villagerstheatre.org. The musical based on the Adam Sandler film follows Robbie Hart, a wedding singer in 1985 New Jersey, after his fiancee leaves him at the altar. The Sunday matinee gives audiences another chance to see the 1980s romantic comedy on stage. 2 p.m.

Music

The Libby Prison Minstrels, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, sbpl.info. The ensemble performs popular music of the Civil War and the Abolition Movement in the library's Friends Theatre. The program combines live music with history and education, presenting songs connected to the 19th century and the struggle over slavery. 3 p.m.

Live Music: The Midnighters, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. The local guitar-and-violin duo performs a wide repertoire of instrumental and vocal music in the gardens. Grounds For Sculpture offers discounted admission after 5 p.m. as part of its extended summer hours. 6 to 8 p.m.

Winery Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Terhune Orchards continues its weekend winery series with live local music, wine, wine slushies and light fare in the winery orchard. The afternoon series is part of the farm's summer winery programming. 1 to 4 p.m.

Feelin' Stronger Every Day, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Princeton Public Library, the Princeton Health Department, CMAP and the Princeton Shopping Center present a wellness and community event featuring a tribute concert to the music of Chicago. The afternoon includes music, wellness information from local organizations and activities for all ages. 3 to 5 p.m.

Live Music and Food Truck, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor Perrineville Road, East Windsor, workingdogwinerynj.com. Working Dog Winery hosts an afternoon of live music and food truck service at the East Windsor winery. Guests can purchase wine by the glass, flight or tasting and spend the afternoon outdoors with food and music. noon to 5 p.m.

Dance

River Dance Festival, Mill Ballet School, 46 North Sugan Road, New Hope, roxeyballet.org. Roxey Ballet continues the fifth annual River Dance Festival with a Sunday performance featuring dancers, choreographers and companies presenting work in multiple styles. The festival also offers livestream viewing for those not attending in person. 2 p.m.

Museums

Sport Nite History Talk, Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton, ellarslie.org. Curator Karl J. Flesch discusses the history of Sport Nite as part of the museum's Sport Nite Extravaganza exhibition. The talk looks back at the Trenton Central High School tradition and its role in the city's community history. 2 to 3:30 p.m.

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekend Planetarium shows include 'Dinosaurs of Antarctica,' 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The public schedule offers several afternoon showtimes for families and general audiences. noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.

Monday August 17

Art

Creative Art Workshops for Adults with IDD: Botanical Cyanotypes, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities make cameraless cyanotype prints using plants and natural materials collected at Grounds For Sculpture. The program includes a guided tour, a wellness activity and studio time designed to support creative exploration. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Adult Craft: Beaded Crystal Suncatcher, Mercer County Library: Twin Rivers Branch, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Participants use colorful crystal beads to create a sparkling suncatcher. Materials are provided, and registration is required for the adult craft program. 2 p.m.

Books

Writers Room, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Writers receive constructive feedback during a group session in which participants read passages from works in progress and members offer suggestions. The workshop is intended for writers looking for structure, encouragement and practical response from other writers. 10 a.m.

Author Talk: Street Fighting in Skirts, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. Historical fiction author Kady Ambrose discusses the behind-the-scenes drama of the suffrage movement just before ratification of the 19th Amendment. The presentation looks at the personalities, divisions and unexpected alliances behind the fight for women's voting rights. 10 to 11 a.m.

Kids & Teens

The Junior and Senior Year Roadmap, Mercer County Library System, virtual, events.mcl.org. Independent educational consultant Gabrielle Cayton of Ready to Launch Educational Consulting maps out what students and families should do from junior fall through senior spring. Topics include course planning, testing, college lists, essays, financial aid and comparing offers. 7 p.m.

Kids Paint Like the Masters, Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, events.mcl.org. Children learn about a different master artist and then create a project inspired by that artist's work. The program is for ages 5 and older, and adult supervision is required. 2 p.m.

Peace in Practice, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. A Girl Scout Gold Award candidate leads an interactive workshop for ages 10 to 14 on stress, why it happens and creative ways to handle it. Activities include journaling, coloring, relaxing music and other calming practices. 6 p.m.

Business

The College Financial Aid Process, Mercer County Library: West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, events.mcl.org. Families learn about FAFSA, CSS Profile and strategies for understanding and comparing college financial aid options. The seminar is designed to help local families navigate applications, deadlines and opportunities for aid. 7 to 8 p.m.

Career Prep and Job Seeking Skills, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. The technology program covers best practices for job searching and creating resumes and cover letters. Participants can learn about practical tools for preparing application materials and improving their job search approach. 6 to 7 p.m.

Community

Car Seat Safety Clinic, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, sbpl.info. Certified child passenger safety technicians from the Middlesex County Sheriff's Office check car seats and demonstrate proper installation. The free clinic is held in the library parking lot, and no registration is required. 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

CASA Information Session, Mercer County Library: West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, events.mcl.org. Court Appointed Special Advocates explains how volunteers are assigned by a New Jersey Family Court judge to advocate for children in the foster care system. The session outlines the role of a CASA volunteer and the need for additional advocates. 5 to 6 p.m.

Tuesday August 18

Music

John Bianculli Trio, Shanghai Jazz, 24 Main Street, Madison, shanghaijazz.com. Pianist John Bianculli performs at Shanghai Jazz with Hal Slapin on bass and John Vourtsis on drums. The Madison jazz club recommends reservations for the evening performance, which is included as a regional jazz option for readers willing to travel for live music. 7 to 10 p.m.

Museums

Curator Corner: Congress Voting Independence, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, morven.org. Curator and Registrar Jesse Gordon Simons leads a free virtual lunchtime talk on the history and competing narratives behind 'Congress Voting Independence,' the earliest known American depiction of the vote for independence. The program connects to Morven's America 250 programming. noon

Lunchtime Learning at New Jersey State Museum: The Power to Change, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. State Archives Executive Director Joe Klett gives an overview of the exhibition 'The Power to Change: Revolutionary Stories from the New Jersey State Archives.' The lunchtime program highlights archival materials tied to founding ideals and their evolution. noon to 12:45 p.m.

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The schedule is part of the museum's summer offerings for visitors interested in astronomy and space science. 2:30 p.m.

Film

To Kill a Mockingbird, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. The library screens the Academy Award-winning film based on Harper Lee's novel. Set in Depression-era Alabama, the story follows a small-town lawyer defending a Black man falsely accused of a crime while his children learn about justice, prejudice and moral courage. 3 p.m.

Books

Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. The weekly discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature through the theme of revolution. This summer's focus is John Milton's 'Paradise Lost,' and participants may join in person or online with registration. 4 p.m.

Writers Room Online, Princeton Public Library, virtual, princetonlibrary.org. The monthly online writers group gives participants a chance to read passages from works in progress and receive constructive suggestions from fellow writers. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. 7 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Summer Crafts Drop-In Program, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The museum offers free craft activities in the Imagination Studio as part of its summer drop-in programming. Activities change from day to day and give families a hands-on option during a museum visit. 1 to 3 p.m.

Baby Beach Party, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Young children and caregivers play, dance and celebrate summer at an indoor beach party. The program includes music from Storytime with Jeff and gives families a playful morning activity before the end of summer reading season. 10:30 a.m.

Early Readers Book Club, Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, events.mcl.org. Emerging readers are introduced to books, read together as a group and complete a related activity. The weekly program is for children ages 4 to 9 with a caregiver. 2 p.m.

Lumen Summer Spark Lab, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Local teen volunteers lead hands-on science activities for ages 9 to 13. Participants may pull DNA from a strawberry, explore the idea of black holes bending spacetime and create an oobleck stress ball. 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday August 19

On Stage

All The Devils Are Here, McCarter Theatre Center, Berlind Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. Patrick Page performs a solo exploration of Shakespeare's villains in a McCarter Theatre Center engagement running through Aug. 30. McCarter notes that post-show conversations with Page are planned following each performance. 7:30 p.m.

Music

Concerts on the Landing, War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The free lunchtime series brings live music to the portico of the War Memorial, with a food truck on site and seating available. The concert series is part of the New Jersey State Museum's summer public programming. noon to 2 p.m.

Pop-Up Choir Princeton, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, artscouncilofprinceton.org. Pop-Up Choir Princeton is an all-ages community singing experience where families, neighbors and music lovers come together to sing pop songs in harmony. No auditions or prior experience are required, and the event is free. 7 to 8 p.m.

Art

Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, artscouncilofprinceton.org. Princeton Comic Makers hosts its weekly Jersey Art Meetup for artists and creatives interested in comics, narrative arts and new media. The free gathering gives participants a place to work, talk and connect with other Central Jersey artists. 7 to 9 p.m.

Museums

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The three-show schedule is part of the museum's summer programming. 2:30 p.m.

Film

Project Hail Mary, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. The library screens the science-fiction film based on Andy Weir's novel as the final movie in the summer Page to Screen series. The program connects popular fiction with its screen adaptation and invites viewers to consider how the story changes across media. 5 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Summer Crafts Drop-In Program, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The museum offers free craft activities in the Imagination Studio as part of its summer drop-in programming. Families can stop in during the afternoon for a different hands-on activity each day. 1 to 3 p.m.

Community

FOPOS Volunteer Stewardship Session, Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, Princeton, fopos.org. Friends of Princeton Open Space hosts a volunteer session focused on removing invasive species and preparing restoration areas for fall planting. The outdoor work session is open to volunteers who want to support restoration projects at Mountain Lakes. 3 p.m.

Learning Cursive, Mercer County Library: Hickory Corner Branch, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Participants continue practicing cursive handwriting through worksheets and guided exercises. The program is designed for people who want to brush up on a skill that New Jersey schools are preparing to reintroduce in elementary grades. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Health

Beginner/Gentle Yoga, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, sbpl.info. A four-session beginner and gentle yoga series begins with Meghana Karanjkar. The class is open to all levels and is designed to release tension, energize the body and help participants focus. 7 to 8 p.m.

Gentle Wild Yoga, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, bhwp.org. The outdoor yoga series is designed to help participants connect with themselves and nature at the preserve. The class takes place during the morning and is intended as a gentle practice in a natural setting. 8 to 9 a.m.

Thursday August 20

On Stage

All The Devils Are Here, McCarter Theatre Center, Berlind Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. Patrick Page performs a solo exploration of Shakespeare's villains in a McCarter Theatre Center engagement. The production examines some of Shakespeare's darkest characters, and McCarter notes that post-show conversations with Page are planned following each performance. 7:30 p.m.

Music

Music in the Park, Weeden Park, Lawrenceville, lawrencevillemainstreet.com. The free Thursday-night series features live music, community activities and games for children. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and spend the evening downtown during the summer concert series. 6 to 8 p.m.

Sound Bath Meditation, Mercer County Library: Lawrence Headquarters Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. Certified Sound Healing Practitioner Mary McDermott leads an hour of relaxation with crystal singing bowls, ocean drums, kenari seed chimes, rainsticks, thunder drums and koshi chimes. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat, blanket or eye pillow. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Art

Hooked on Yarn, Mercer County Library: Hollowbrook Branch, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, events.mcl.org. Beginners and experienced crafters meet to work on yarn projects, share ideas and spend time with other makers. The weekly gathering is open to ages 16 and older. 10 to 11 a.m.

Museums

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The museum's summer schedule offers public showtimes throughout the afternoon. 2:30 p.m.

Film

Movies at the Mercer: Pee-wee's Big Adventure, Mercer Museum, 84 South Pine Street, Doylestown, mercermuseum.org. The outdoor movie series screens the 1985 comedy on the Green of the Mercer Museum. Gates open before the film, and advance registration is requested for the evening screening. 8:15 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Summer Story Drop-In Program, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The museum presents a story and related craft in the Discovery Den. The featured book is 'Splatter' by Diane Alber, a story about three splatters that learn to work together, followed by a color-mixing painting activity. 11 a.m.

Lego Club, Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, events.mcl.org. Children ages 5 to 11 build designs and shapes during a drop-in Lego program. The program encourages creativity, problem solving and hands-on play at the library. 4:30 p.m.

Community

Car Seat Safety Clinic, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, sbpl.info. Certified child passenger safety technicians from the Middlesex County Sheriff's Office check car seats and demonstrate proper installation. The free clinic is held in the library parking lot, and no registration is required. 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Health

Reclaiming Peace of Mind, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, sbpl.info. Bruce Faithwick, a longtime meditator, discusses how meditation can help people reclaim peace of mind amid health, work and daily stress. The program is designed for adults looking for practical ways to manage fear and anxiety. 7 p.m.

Adult Guided Meditation, Mercer County Library: Hightstown Memorial Branch, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Library staff member Leena, a longtime practitioner of Rajyoga meditation, leads a midday meditation session to help participants relax, refocus and restore a sense of calm. noon

Medicare Workshop, Mercer County Library: West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, events.mcl.org. The workshop explains Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, enrollment timelines, common mistakes and ways to evaluate coverage options based on individual needs. The program is designed to give attendees more clarity and confidence about Medicare decisions. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Friday August 21

On Stage

All The Devils Are Here, McCarter Theatre Center, Berlind Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. Patrick Page performs a solo exploration of Shakespeare's villains in a McCarter Theatre Center engagement. The production runs through Aug. 30, with McCarter noting post-show conversations with Page following each performance. 7 p.m.

Music

Sunset Sips and Sounds, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Terhune Orchards hosts its Friday evening winery series with live music, wine, wine slushies and light fare in the historic apple orchard. The event offers a relaxed end-of-week setting with local performers and farm winery food and drink. 5 to 8 p.m.

Mike Noordzy Trio, Triumph Princeton, 20 Palmer Square East, Princeton, triumphbrewing.com. Triumph Princeton presents the Mike Noordzy Trio as part of its late-summer live music calendar. The performance gives downtown Princeton diners and brewery patrons another option for an evening of live jazz and related instrumental music. 6 to 9 p.m.

John Bianculli Trio, Eddie V's, Princeton MarketFair, 3535 Route 1, Princeton, m.eddiev.com/home. Pianist John Bianculli returns to Eddie V's at Princeton MarketFair for a Friday-night trio performance with Sue Williams on bass and Tom Baker on drums. Dinner reservations are suggested, and the music also may be heard from the bar area. 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Dance

Dancing Under the Stars, Hinds Plaza, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Members of Central Jersey Dance Society demonstrate basic steps and lead an evening of dancing to recorded music of many kinds. The outdoor program is weather permitting and invites dancers of all experience levels to join in on the plaza. 7 p.m.

Art

Cadence, Artists' Gallery, 18 Bridge Street, Lambertville, lambertvillearts.com. New acrylic paintings by Larry Mitnick and Andrew Werth explore rhythm, movement, shifting spatial relationships and the tension between order and improvisation. The exhibition continues through Sept. 7 at the Lambertville gallery. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

HortiSculpture Tour, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. A members-only docent-led late-night tour explores the relationship between Grounds For Sculpture's art and landscaping. The evening program looks at how the plantings, garden design and sculpture interact during the golden hour. 7 p.m.

Funk Daddy Vintage Pop-Up, Small World Coffee, 254 Nassau Street, Princeton, smallworldcoffee.com. Funk Daddy Vintage offers vintage clothing and jewelry during a pop-up event at Small World Coffee. The daytime sale is part of the coffeehouse's August schedule of community and arts-related programming. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Museums

New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. Weekday Planetarium shows include 'The Great Solar System Adventure,' 'Messengers of Time and Space' and 'One Sky Project.' The schedule offers three public shows during the museum day. 2:30 p.m.

Kids & Teens

Summer Crafts Drop-In Program, New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton, nj.gov/state/museum. The museum offers free craft activities in the Imagination Studio as part of its summer drop-in programming. The afternoon program gives families a hands-on activity to pair with museum galleries and Planetarium shows. 1 to 3 p.m.

Community

Meet With the Library Social Worker, Mercer County Library: Robbinsville Branch, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, mcl.org/social-services. Library Social Worker Anthony is available to help patrons navigate local, county and state social services. Sessions may help residents identify resources and build confidence using services that support housing, benefits, family needs and other concerns. noon to 4 p.m.

Health

FOPOS Guided Nature Walk, Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, Princeton, fopos.org. Summer interns lead a walk focused on life around Mountain Lakes, including turtles, herons, beavers and aquatic macroinvertebrates. After the walk, participants return to Mountain Lakes House to examine waterbugs and learn how they indicate water quality. 10 a.m. to noon