July 12 - August 30, 2 - 4 p.m.
Mastering the Art of Painting
Center for Modern Aging | The Suzanne Patterson Building - 45 Stockton St, Princeton
(609) 751-9699 | engage.cmaprinceton.org
For intermediate painters, this eight-session class emphasizes the components of the creative painting process.
*Ticket Cost: $85 for residents; $95 for non-residents
July 12, 6 - 8 p.m.
Ink & Drink: T-Shirt Bleaching for Adults
Artworks Trenton - 19 Everett Alley, Trenton
(609) 394-9436 | info@artworkstrenton.org |artworkstrenton.org
This class led by artist Alia Bensliman will be an introduction to properly laying down gold foils on arches paper using basic gold leafing tools.
*Ticket Cost: $35 per person and BYOB. Must be 21+ to attend.
July 26, 6 - 8 p.m.
Ink & Drink: T-Shirt Bleaching for Adults
Artworks Trenton - 19 Everett Alley, Trenton
(609) 394-9436 | info@artworkstrenton.org |artworkstrenton.org
This class led by artist Alia Bensliman will teach different techniques to apply bleach on T-Shirts to create unique designs. You will learn how to use different tools to create shapes, textures, patterns, and shades.
*Ticket Cost: $35 per person and BYOB. Must be 21+ to attend.
July 2, 7:30 p.m.
New Century Saxophone Quartet
Princeton University Summer Chamber Concerts' 57th Season
Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University Campus
(609) 570-8404 | princetonsummerchamberconcerts.org
For over 30 years, the New Century Saxophone Quartet has entertained audiences with a combination of skillful artistry and down-home fun. Founded in Winston-Salem, NC, the ensemble was the first of its kind to win the prestigious Concert Artist Guild competition in New York City. The quartet has toured extensively and has appeared on television and radio across the United States. It has dedicated its career to developing the repertoire of the saxophone quartet.
NCSQ has appeared on television and radio across the US on NPR’s Performance Today and The Voice of America. The ensemble participated in a special performance for the Chinese New Year that was broadcast live to over 100 million people on television throughout the world. They have also performed for two command performances for President Clinton (a saxophonist himself!) in the White House and with the US Navy Band.
*Free Event
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July 8, 7:30 p.m.
Phaeton Piano Trio
Princeton University Summer Chamber Concerts' 57th Season
Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University Campus
(609) 570-8404 | princetonsummerchamberconcerts.org
*Free Event
July 15, 7:30 p.m.
Balourdet Quartet
Princeton University Summer Chamber Concerts' 57th Season
Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University Campus
(609) 570-8404 | princetonsummerchamberconcerts.org
*Free Event
July 15 & 29, 7 p.m.
Summer Music Concert
The Blawenburg Band
Hopewell Park - South Greenwood Ave, Hopewell
(732) 735-9260 | blawenburgband.org
Enjoy an evening of music by the Blawenburg Band, a community band comprised of amateur and professional musicians who practice and perform together regularly out of the love of playing for audiences.
*Free Concert
July 18, 6:30 p.m.
Summer Concert: Rhythm N' Sound
Mercer County Library System: Lawrence Headquarters Branch - 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville
(609) 883-8292 | mcl.org
Join the Lawrence Headquarters Branch for an unforgettable summer concert featuring the talented trio, Rhythm N’ Sound. These professional entertainers specialize in music from the 40s to the 80s, covering a wide range of genres. Their captivating performance includes classic standards, doo-wop, rock ‘n’ roll, Motown, and disco hits. Whether you’re a fan of nostalgic tunes or simply love great music, Rhythm N’ Sound will have you tapping your feet and singing along. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Independence Day with an evening of fantastic live music! Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
*Free Event. Advanced registration is appreciated.
July 3, 2 - 4 p.m.
Wednesday Film Festival: Summer Sport
Mercer County Library System: West Windsor Branch - 333 North Post Rd, Princeton Junction
(609) 799-0462 | mcl.org
This month, each Wednesday at this time, the Mercer County Library System West Windsor Branch will feature some films inspired by the Summer Olympics. July 3 leads off with the classic 1979 bicycling movie, Breaking Away. See our website for the other four movies we shall be showing. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
*Free Event
July 1, 6 p.m.
Independence Day Concert & Fireworks
Hamilton Township | Veterans Park - 2206 Kuser Road Hamilton
recreation@hamiltonnj.com | hamiltonnj.com
Experience an unforgettable evening of celebration at the annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks hosted by Hamilton Township! The event will take place on Monday, July 1 at Veterans Park, with a rain date scheduled for Tuesday, July 2nd.
The festivities kick off at 6 p.m. with music and food from a variety of vendors, along with musical entertainment by the Heartbeats. Then, at 9:30 p.m., get ready for a spectacular fireworks display that will light up the night sky. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event filled with fun, food, and incredible fireworks. Bring your family and friends to Veterans Park for a night to remember!
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July 3, 6 p.m.
Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
Ewing Township & The Ewing Patriotic Committee | The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) Soccer Fields, Green Lane
(609) 883-2900 | ewingnj.org
Bring your own lawn chairs and blanket and create memories to once again celebrates our nation’s independence at Ewing’s Independence Day Fireworks Celebration! There will be lots of fun for the whole family with rides and activities for the kids. Get there early (gates open at 6 p.m.) for an evening picnic and enjoy music provided by DJ Justin Macellaro. This year’s celebration will feature:
- Rides,
- Give-a-ways,
- Face Painting,
- Sand Art,
- Balloon Man,
- Dunk Tank,
- First NJ Volunteers Colonial Reenactors,
- Food Vendors (No outside alcohol permitted) and, of course,
- A Fireworks Spectacular at the end of the evening! (The fireworks display will start at approximately 9 p.m.).
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July 4, 10 a.m.
Titusville Community 4th of July Parade
The Community 4th of July Committee in Titusville
titusville4th@gmail.com | ttv4th.org/home
The Titusville Community Fourth of July Parade is a long-standing tradition. The town is dedicated to celebrating the freedom and independence of our great nation and bringing recognition and honor to the many community veterans and patriots.
The Parade Schedule
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10:00 a.m.: River Drive Closes | Music by The River Dogs | Refreshment Stand Opens
- 11:00 a.m.: Opening Ceremonies
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11:15 a.m.: Baby Parade
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11:30 a.m.: Bike Parade
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12:30 p.m.: Big Parade
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2:30 p.m.: Quoits Tournament ($20 per team, beginning at the conclusion of the Big Parade behind the Titusville Academy)
July 4, 12 - 3 p.m.
Fourth of July Jubilee
Morven Garden & Museum - 55 Stockton St, Princeton
(609) 924-8144 | info@morven.org
Every year, Morven is the host of a free, family-friendly celebration of Independence Day! Stop by our beautiful gardens in the early-to-mid-afternoon for patriotic activities, food trucks, live entertainment, and so much more!
*Free Event
July 4, 7 p.m.
4th of July Extravaganza
Trenton Thunder Baseball - 1 Thunder Rd, Trenton
(609) 394-3300 | mlbdraftleague.com/trenton/tickets/specials/july4
Join Trenton Thunder for their Independence Day Extravaganza when the Thunder host the Frederick Keys. Postgame Fireworks presented by Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA).
*Ticket Costs Vary
July 6, 9 p.m.
Independence Day Fireworks
East Windsor Township | Etra Lake Park - Disbrow Hill Road, East Windsor
(609) 433-4000 | east-windsor.nj.us
*Free Event
July 13, 2 p.m.
Songs and Stories of the American Revolution
Washington Crossing State Park | Sullivan's Grove, next to the Visitors Center Museum at Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville
(609) 737-0623 | dep.nj.gov
Dressed in colonial clothing and performing rousing period songs and stories, Matthew Dodd will take you back in time to the days of the American Revolution. Mr. Dodd sings and plays the guitar, banjo, mandolin and recorder throughout the show. This is an outdoor performance.
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