Concerts
Every Thursday night through September 5, 5:30 pm
Levitt Amp Trenton Music Series
Mill Hill Park, Trenton
concerts.levittamp.org/trenton
8/15/19 - Edwin Lebron (Salsa); 8/22/19 - La Misa Negra (Afro-Latin); 8/29/19 - The New Respects (Pop Rock); 9/05/19 - Rev. Sekou & The Freedom Fighters (Gospel).
Now - August 29, 6 pm
Summer Courtyard Concert Series
Presented by The Arts Council of Princeton & Princeton Shopping Center.
Every Thursday night the series features the best in local and regional jazz, folk, world, rock, blues and more. For more information visit the artscouncilofprinceton.org
AUGUST 9, 6 pm
Country Night with Tucker Beathard & Conor Clemmons
Mercer County Park, Festival Grounds
1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor
Ticketing: (609) 443-8560 x 116 / Mercercountyparks.org
AUGUST 18, 4 pm
Woodstock Tribute ft. Kiss the Sky,
Home Again & Groovin' on Tour
Mercer County Park, Festival Grounds
1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor
Ticketing: (609) 443-8560 x 116 / Mercercountyparks.org
AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 1, 11 am
INDO Fair
Mercer County Park, Festival Grounds
1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor
Mercercountyparks.org
The INDO American Fair will be held at the Mercer County Park Festival Grounds on August 31 - September 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The fair will showcase cultural programs, heritage, traditional dances, live entertainment and more.
Exhibitions
Ongoing, 1:30 pm
Public Artwork Tours - New Jersey State House Annex
145 West State Street, Trenton
(609) 847-3150
Guided tour of New Jersey's capitol complex and its artwork, including stained glass, paintings, murals, tilework, sculptures, and marquetry. Free.
AUGUST 2 - 29
Art Exhibit
Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence
609-883-8294 | mcl.org
A special art exhibit is planned for the Sculpture and Painting classes of the Lawrence Township Senior Center during the month of August 2019. The exhibit will be held at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System, and will open on Friday, August 2 and end on Thursday, August 29. The library is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike (Route 1) in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, at the corner of Route 1 and Darrah Lane. An artists reception is planned for Saturday, August 3, from 2 to 4 pm. The show will include paintings, watercolors and sculpture from the art classes of the Senior Center under the instruction of Leslie Siegel, Steve Vannier and the late Teresa Prashad. The event is dedicated to the memory of Teresa Prashad — artist, teacher and highly respected member of the local arts community.
AUGUST 8 - AUGUST 31
Warrior Women
BSB Gallery, 143 E. State Street, Trenton
bsbgallery.com
Join us for August featured artist Julie Harris' impactful exhibit Warrior Women. Harris' large scale series springs from her diagnosis of bi-lateral breast cancer and mirrors the staggering statistic that 1-8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Exhibit curator Aine Mickey comments, "Viewers will be confronted with the unique haunting familiarity of Julie Harris' creations. Her use of texture, color and natural forms expresses an intimate message of courage, pain and human resilience."
Lectures
AUGUST 13, 7 pm
Investigating Abandoned New Jersey
Mercer County Library, Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road, Ewing
(609) 882-3148 | mcl.org
Presented by Luke Boyd, public historian, actor, and museum professional. When many think of adventure and exploration, exotic locations and ancient civilizations may come to mind. However, urban exploration, or “UrbEx,” can happen in our backyards. There’s a lot that can be learned from uninhibited and abandoned landscape. In this session, through case studies from the tristate area, participants will examine abandoned properties and the narratives that accompany them. This program is funded by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration is required. Call 882-3148.
AUGUST 29, 6:30 pm
The Sixties: The British Invasion
Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence
609-883-8294 | mcl.org
In this lecture rock historian Vincent Bruno will focus on the phenomenal rise of the British pop and rock acts that invaded our shores in the 1960s – from pop groups (The Beatles, The Dave Clark 5, The Animals, The Kinks) to the psychedelic and progressive bands (The Who, Pink Floyd, Cream, Traffic). He will explore highlights from landmark recordings that clearly defined this British pop renaissance era. This journey will also include aspects of British popular culture (cinema, fashion, TV and UK underground) whose influence added to the impact of this remarkable decade. Registration is suggested. Call 609-883-8294 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Theater
AUGUST 3, 8 pm & AUGUST 4, 2 pm
Tom Sawyer
Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor
(609) 570-3333 | kelseyatmccc.org
Workshops
AUGUST 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30 pm
Bollywood Fusion Dance Workshop
Mercer County Library, Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street, Hightstown
(609) 448-1474 | mcl.org
Join us for another fun summer of Bollywood Dance! Children ages 6+ will learn basic Bollywood dance moves set to hit Bollywood & American songs in this fun and energetic workshop led by a seasoned Indian dance instructor.
AUGUST 8, 6 pm
Adult Craft: Sun Catchers
Mercer County Library, Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor
(609) 443-1880 | mcl.org
Make a hanging sun catcher out of your own colorful art, using coloring pages and Mason jar lids. For ages 15 and up. Registration required.
AUGUST 12, 7 pm
Adult Craft: Pressed Flower Art
Mercer County Library, Hollow Brook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing
(609) 883-5914 | mcl.org
Used pressed flowers to create a unique piece of artwork. All materials will be provided. Registration is required at www.mcl.org.
AUGUST 14, 10 am
Crafty Adults: Marbled Paper
Mercer County Library, West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction
609-799-0462 | mcl.org
Join us and learn how to make Marbled Paper. This one is a lot of fun, but could get messy - aprons & gloves recommended (but not provided)! All materials will be provided. For ages 18 and up. Registration is required, space is limited. If a registered participant fails to show up, that space will be filled with walk-ins -- so feel free to stop by just before 10 am to see if there is room. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
AUGUST 15, 2 pm
Crafty Adults: Galaxy Pendant
Mercer County Library, Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street, Hightstown
(609) 448-1474 | mcl.org
This month we’ll make galaxy pendants using glass cabochons and layers of nail polish and glitter. Open to any skill level. All supplies provided.
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