Programs are free; call to reserve a seat

A variety of free programs are scheduled this month at the Mercer County Connection, located at 957 Route 33 in the Hamilton Square Shopping Center. Call 609-890-9800 to reserve a seat.

Barbara Bromley: Planting Spring Bulbs. Thursday, Sept. 13, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Love colorful tulips, cheerful daffodils and fragrant hyacinths? Well, if you want them next spring, you have to plant bulbs this fall. Join Barbara to learn about bulb selection, growing conditions and plant technique. Presented by Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County. 

Mercer County Bar Association Free Legal Clinic. Thursday, Sept. 13, 5:30 to 7 p.m. This free 15-minute consultation with an attorney is sponsored by Lawyers C.A.R.E. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak to an attorney. Available attorneys will answer questions regarding family law, real estate law, landlord/tenant law, personal injury law, wills and estates, bankruptcy, criminal law and municipal court law.  

Welcome to Medicare. Wednesday, Sept. 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m. People with Medicare have different needs. With all the options and choices, it can be difficult to figure out what’s best for you and your family. Attend this workshop to get clear, straightforward answers to your questions. Presented by Mary McGeary, Program Director, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

Capital Health: Healthy Eating for Life. Thursday, Sept. 20, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about “Healthy Eating for Life,” which focuses on healthy foods choices and conscious eating/weight management tips. The discussion also will include a little bit about decreasing sugar and sodium intake. Join Mindy Komosinsky, RD, CDE, Outpatient Dietitian/Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator from Capital Health Medical Center.