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Cooperative Impact (https://cooperativeimpact.com/) is a social innovation conference taking place at the Princeton Garden Theatre on Thursday May 14th from 8am to 1:30pm. Join us as we bring together businesses, nonprofits, government, and technology to build sustainable solutions to the greatest challenges of our time. Take a look at the speakers and agenda here: https://cooperativeimpact.com/agenda/.
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Letter Carriers Will Collect Food to Stamp out Hunger on May 9 - Delivery Goes to Mercer Street Friends Food Bank - For 23 years, the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) has collected non-perishable food donations along postal routes across the nation on the second Saturday of May and delivered them to local food banks. In Mercer County, donations from Hamilton, Hopewell, Pennington, Princeton, Robbinsville and Trenton residents will be delivered to Mercer Street Friends Food Bank. Place non-perishable food items in plastic or paper containers (no glass containers, please) in a sturdy bag next to your mailbox or the place where your mail is delivered and the letter carrier will pick it up. The following is a list of suggested non-perishable food items to donate: Canned tuna, chicken or salmon; Single-serving fruit cups; Soup; Microwaveable Meals; Peanut Butter; Jam or Jelly; and Oatmeal Packets.

5-Day Course in the Orton-Gillingham Reading Program May 18 - May 22
Participants will learn how to teach their children to become better readers using the Orton-Gillingham reading approach, a program designed for use with students who struggle to read, write or spell. The class is perfect for parents, teachers and tutors of children with dyslexia or other learning difficulties.
Where: Learning Ally, 20 Roszel Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
Cost: $645 per person for Learning Ally members, $695 for non-Learning Ally members
Register: https://go.learningally.org/OGIparent/
All materials required for full implementation of the program are included in the cost of the course. Certificate of Attendance is provided for every student.

Social Village Offers Opportunities for Socially Challenged Kids to Hang Out
Social Village is a place where kids ages 8-23 with social challenges get together with like-minded peers to enjoy clubs and activities.
Sunday Clubs - Our weekly Sunday Clubs provide a time for kids to get together and be social while participating in activities that they love. Every activity is designed to promote initiation, communication, collaboration, and socialization. Activites in May include -- Icebreaker Activities, Table Top Games, Lego Building Events, Creative Arts & Crafts, Collaborative Minecraft Experience, Guided Debate Club, Outdoor Activities and Interactive Electronic Experience. Friday Night -- Friday Night out provides an opportunity for kids to hang out with peers while parents have a date night or get things done without the kids around. Join us for games, movies and pizza. Contact Social Village to register at 609.924.7080 or email info@socialvillagenj.com.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Mercer County is currently seeking new volunteers! CASA is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and supervises community volunteers who speak up in Family Court for the best interests of children that have been removed from their families due to abuse and/or neglect. Upcoming information sessions are scheduled for Thursday, May 14 @ 9:30 AM, Thursday, May 28 @ 5:30 PM & Wednesday, June 10 @ 10 AM. Info sessions are one hour and are held at our offices located at: 1450 Parkside Avenue, Suite 22, Ewing, NJ 08638. For more information or to RSVP please contact Jill Duffy by email jduffy@casamercer.org or phone 609-434-0050. You can also visit www.casamercer.org.

Celebrate Strength, Celebrate Life - Cancer survivors, their friends and families, and community members are invited to a day of inspiration and wellness Sunday, June 7, when University Medical Center of Princeton (UMCP) observes Cancer Survivors Day. Enjoy breakfast, music, festivities and an uplifting message from Vince Papale, a cancer survivor whose inspirational journey to become a Philadelphia Eagle was portrayed in the movie Invincible. The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon in the Edward & Marie Matthews Center for Cancer Care at UMCP, 1 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. Admission is free. Registration is required. Call 1-888-897-8979 or visit www.princetonhcs.org/calendar.

The Historical Society of Princeton is thrilled to announce our 4th Annual Concert Under the Stars to be held at Updike Farmstead on Saturday, June 13, 2015, from 6:30 - 10:00PM. Click here to buy tickets now for the 2015 Concert Under the Stars! In what has become the kickoff to summer event, guests dine at red and white checked tables and mingle throughout our historic six acre grounds before singing and dancing under the stars! This year's fundraiser will feature a 90-minute live performance by Charlotte Kendrick, accompanied by her 4-piece band. She will premiere several songs off her upcoming release Worth the Wait, and perform classics that are sure to make for a memorable evening.

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June 4, 2015 - Princeton Tennis Classic

June 6, 2015 - Standing for Peace and Justice National Rally in Washington, DC

June 7, 2015 - 7th Annual Wine Tasting Benefit, Housing Initiatives of Princeton

June 13, 2015 - Concert Under the Stars, Historical Society of Princeton

June 20 & 21, 2015 - Art All Night, ArtWorks

June 27, 2015 - Princeton HealthCare System (PHCS) Kids Marathon

June 23, 2015 - 11th Annual ETS Firecracker 5K Run/Walk

July 18, 2015 - Sourland Music Festival

September 19, 2015 - Trinity Counseling Annual Fall Benefit

October 15, 2015 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer County Annual Autumn Culinaire

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5/8 - Identity Theft Discussion, Suzanne Patterson Building, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-924-7108, Noon., John A. Seber, founder and president of My Legacy Backup, addresses causes of breach, how to respond, what to expect from the authorities, and more. Bring a bagged lunch. Dessert and beverages will be provided. Register. Free.

5/8 & 5/9 - St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center’s Annual Spring Flower Sale, Friday, 9 - 6 p.m. and on Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 9 - 1p.m. Hanging baskets, annuals, herbs, veggies, and perennials will be available. This is a wonderful opportunity to shop for your spring gardening plants and Mother’s Day Gifts. St. Lawrence is located on Route 206 in Lawrenceville, just off Exit 7-B of Route I-95. For more information, please call (609) 896-9500, ext. 2215.

5/9 - Spring OPEN Tournament, Princeton Pong, 9:30 - 4pm., All skill levels. $1500 in cash Prizes and Trophies. Details at www.princetonpong.com.

5/9 - Engineering with the Sun - Passive Solar Models, The Watershed Center, 9:30AM -12:00PM, children 8 - 12 years old, $15Members/$20Non-Members. Design a house and build a model utilizing what we know about the sun's journey across the sky, through the day and through the seasons. How would you design a building to capture the sun's energy? Do you always want to maximize the sun's energy? After examining our new Watershed Center, children will work collaboratively and on their own to build individual models of their passive solar house. Parents of participants are invited to join the tour of the new Watershed Center at the beginning of the program. Register by calling 609-737-7592. The Watershed Center is located at 31 Titus Mill Road in Pennington.

5/9 - Mother’s Day Event, Pennington Quality Market, 11-3pm., PQM Corner Café. Kids can create a special Mother's Day Craft for Mom. PQM provides the supplies, and the children supply the love! Each Kid's Club Member will also receive a free treat.

5/9 - The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) presents Tom Tallitsch in a CD release concert performing new material from his latest album, All Together Now, at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts. Saxophonist Tom Tallitsch’s compositions provide a range of strong, memorable melodies, hard grooves, soft ballads and a warm sound. 8pm. $12 General Admission/$10 ACP members, students & seniors. Tickets available at the door 30 minutes before show time on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call (609) 924-8777.

5/10 - Azalea Festival, Sayen Gardens, 155 Hughes Drive, Hamilton, 609-890-4035. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Music by Dick Gratton on jazz guitar and Linda Lee on jazz vocals., www.sayengardens.com

5/10 - A Mother's Day Tribute, Trenton Conservatory Mansion, 540 East State Street, Trenton, 609-858-2279, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., 'Music of Billie Holiday: Great Jazz and Poetry' presented by Doris Spears on vocals, Greg Bufford on drums, Tommy Grice on saxophone, and David Braham on piano. Poetry by Doc Long and friends. Adults only. $20 includes food. BYOB.

5/11 - Spring Flower Fair, Rutgers Gardens, 112 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, 732-932-8451, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., More than 250 varieties of tress and shrubs,220 perennial varieties, 160 vegetables, 90 herbs, 100 tomatoes and peppers, and more. Bring a handcart or wagon to tote your selections. Benefit for the internship program., rutgersgardens.rutgers.edu/springflowerfair.html

5/11 - Adults with ADHD Facilitated Support Group, Princeton Speech-Language & Learning Center, 19 Wall Street, Princeton, 609-731-7556. 7:15 p.m., Register. $5., www.psllcnj.com

5/12 - MCCC Chorus, Mercer College, Kelsey Theater, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3735, 7:30 p.m., 'A Choral Tapestry' includes works by Thomas Weelkes, Randall Thompson, Camille Saint-Saens, and others. Directed by Timothy Smith. Free., www.mccc.edu

5/13 - Securing an Appropriate IEP, Hillary Freeman, Esq. of Freeman Law Offices, LLC will present Securing an Appropriate IEP, 7-9 pm at Rock Brook School. The presentation is free and open to the public. To register contact Christy@rock-brook.org or call (908) 431-9500.

5/14 - Girls Night Out, Palmer Square, Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-2333, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Food samplings, live music, prizes, and more. This year's event has two ways to enjoy the evening. Free general admission to in-store sales, discounts, and promotions; one-time access to Taste of the Square tent, and free parking. $10 admission benefits Dress for Success Mercer County and includes food, drinks, Salon Pure styling demonstrations, prizes, and more. Register online. Rain date is May 15., www.palmersquare.com

5/15 - Spring Concert, Trenton Children’s Chorus, 7pm., Patricia Thel, Artistic Director. Free will offering will be taken. 471 Parkway Avenue, Trenton. https://www.trentonchildrenschorus.org/

5/15 - Princeton Folk Music Society ends its season with Irish singer / songwriter Mary Courtney. Friday, May 15th. Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ. Tickets at the door: $20 ($15 members, $10 students, $5 children). Doors open at 7:30 PM. Show starts at 8:15 PM. Ample free parking. For more information: 609-799-0944, info@princetonfolk.org, www.princetonfolk.org.

5/16 - Stuart's Poetry in Motion 5K Run/Walk, 8am., Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart invites the public to participate in the 8th Annual Poetry in Motion, 5K Run/Walk. The race is certified as an official race of USA Track and Field. The race will be followed by the school's first Fitness Fair, featuring advice from experts in young women's sports, nutrition and fitness. Register at: www.stuartschool.org/5KRun or onsite at 7:30AM

5/16 - Relationship Workshop, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, Orchard Hill Center, 88 Orchard Road, Skillman, 609-924-7294, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., 'Revitalize Your Love and Passion' presented by Cary Valentine, co-author of 'In Love Forever: 7 Secrets to a Joyous, Juicy Relationship.' For singles and couples to create an intimate relationship with a partner or plan ahead. Register. $80; $135 for a couple., www.princetonyoga.com

5/16 - Benefit Day, Christine's Hope for Kids, Ivy Inn, 24B Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-806-4260, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Open bar, music by DJ Darius, and more. Benefit for a child-based charity honoring Christine Gianacaci, a Hopewell resident who died in an earthquake while on a humanitarian trip serving Haitian children. $40.

5/17 - A Walk in the Park with George, Washington Crossing Park New Jersey, 9am., The one-mile fun walk will be escorted by General George Washington himself, portrayed by well-known re-enactor Sam Davis. Registration begins @ 8:30; the walk begins @ 9:00 am. Anyone interested in walking may receive registration forms by e-mailing Mr. Bill Marsch, trustee @ wrmarsch@earthlink.net. The fee is $25 adult; $15 children (children under 8 are free); families of 4 or more: $20 adult; $10 for children. The walk is on rain or shine. Walkers may register the day of the event.

5/17 - Children's Day, Rockingham Association, Rockingham, 84 Laurel Avenue, Kingston, 609-683-7132, Noon. to 5 p.m., Activities and demonstrations of 18th century life presented by Montgomery High School Live Historians Club and Rockingham Association. Historic games, replica 18th century clothing to try on, quill and ink to write with, and paper tri-corn hats. Tour the kitchen garden and historic house museum. Light refreshments available. Rain or shine. Donations invited., www.rockingham.net

5/18 - Trail Run, Princeton Athletic Club, Community Park North, Princeton. 6:30 p.m., 3.5 mile run begins at the amphitheater. Register online., www.princetonac.org

5/19 - eWomenNetwork 6th ANNUAL WOMEN'S SUCCESS SUMMIT, 11-3pm., Do you want to be MOTIVATED and FIRED UP to "SUPER SIZE YOUR SUCCESS?!" At the eWomenNetwork 6th ANNUAL WOMEN'S SUCCESS SUMMIT hosted by our Central NJ Chapter...Sandra Yancey, the engaging and inspiring Founder & CEO of eWomenNetwork will be sharing strategies to go from "At large to in-charge" at the Sheraton Edison Hotel Raritan Center!! https://events.ewomennetwork.com/event/details.php?eid=21035

5/19 - From Deep Time to Deep Ecology -- Stories of the Universe, D&R Greenway Land Trust's Johnson Education Center, 6:30pm., Wearing her star-covered robe, Jennifer Morgan will perform as the voice of the universe, accompanied by Andor Carius on wind synthesizer, gong and drum, and talk about the stories we tell about our universe and how they affect our relationship to the cosmos, Earth and each other. One Preservation Place, Princeton. Doors open 6:30 p.m., program begins 7 p.m. Family friendly, children welcome. Admission is free but guests are requested to register at 609.924.4646 or rsvp@drgreenway.org. www.drgreenway.org

5/20 - Princeton Writers presents: Chauncey Shorts, 7pm. - Chauncey Shorts is a new monthly series presenting the work of local writers. Chauncey Shorts will feature bite-sized works of fiction and non-fiction by an ever-changing line-up of writers with passionate, humorous, and thoughtful voices. Location: Chauncey Conference Center, ETS Campus, Princeton

5/21 - Latin Night at Jersey Dance! Come out for Salsa class at 7:45pm and stay for Bachata class at 8:30pm. First class is free! (Regular price: $12 per class, per person). Jersey Dance | 952 Alexander Rd, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550. 609-375-8468, www.jerseydance.com

5/22 - Kosher Cafe South, Jewish Family and Children's Service, Adath Israel Congregation, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-987-8100. 11 a.m., Shabbat program and discussion with Rabbi Adler. Kosher lunch. Register by E-mail to atdebih@jfcsonline.org. Free will donations., www.jfcsonline.org

5/23 - Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day Parade & Dedication, 10am. The Spirit of Princeton invites the community to the annual Memorial Day Parade and Dedication Ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 23, for the parade on Nassau Street, and at 11:15 a.m., to the dedication ceremony at Princeton Monument Hall (former Borough Hall). The parade features veterans groups, marching bands, civic and youth groups, all marching to honor those who have died in military service to their country.

5/23 - Pork Roll Festival, MidJersey Chamber of Commer, Trenton Social, 449 South Broad Street, Trenton, 609-689-9960, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Second annual event to highlight the culinary history of Trenton. $5. Music by Dick Gratton on jazz guitar and Bob Smith on jazz guitar and vocals from 6 to 10 p.m., www.trentonporkrollfestival.com

5/23 - Gardening Workshops, Middlesex County Agricultural Extension, Earth Center in Davidson's Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Avenue, South Brunswick, 732-398-5262
10 a.m., 'Beyond Organics: Lawn and Landscapes Without Pesticides' from 10 a.m. to noon. 'Container Gardening for All Seasons' from 1 to 3 p.m. Register. Free.

5/24 - LEGO Session, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529, 3 p.m., Building time and round-table discussion for children., www.princetonlibrary.org

5/25 - Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, West Windsor Township Recreation, High School South, Clarksville Road, 609-799-2400, 11 a.m., The annual parade along Clarksville Road continues to the township building. Participants include dignitaries, elected officials, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other community groups. Memorial service at the All Wars Memorial at the corner of North Post and Clarksville roads. Refreshments. Free. Line up begins at 10:30 a.m. E-mail ghuber@westwindsortwp.com for more information or to register., www.westwindsornj.org

5/28 - New Jersey Renaissance Faire, Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Road, Bordentown, 888-864-8222, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jousting, sword fighting, glass blowing, falconry, boat rides, and vendors. Rain or shine. $20., www.njrenfaire.com

5/28 - Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Live music from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Weekly event., www.princetonlibrary.org

5/29 - Family Night/Community Open House & Clothing Drive, Rock Brook School, 6:30 -9pm., Free and open to the public, stop for refreshments and fun. Meet the students, staff and families of Rock Brook. Evening will include arts & crafts, Zumba, Kona Ice, DJ, refreshments, Bounce House, and a proclamation reading by Montgomery Township Deputy Mayor, Ed Trzaska, honoring Rock Brook's 40 years of educating children with special needs. Rock Brook will also be holding a clothing drive fundraiser. Bring your gently worn clothes, shoes, linens and apparel and help raise money for our school. 109 Orchard Road, Skillman, https://www.rock-brook.org/

5/29 - Dancing Under the Stars, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529, 7:30 p.m., Dancing and instruction by members of Central Jersey Dance. Continues twice monthly through September. At Hinds Plaza, weather permitting. Alternate location in Community Room., www.princetonlibrary.org

5/30 - Run/Walk for Hope, Homefront, ETS, 660 Rosedale Road, Princeton. 9 a.m., On-site registration begins at 9 a.m. 5K race at 10 a.m. 1 mile walk at 10:15 a.m. Awards ceremony at 10:45 a.m. Register. $35. Children 6 and under free., www.firstgiving.com/homefront/homefront-runwalk-2015

5/30 - 9am-12:30pm, Free Guided Geology Walk: Somerset County Sourland Mountain Preserve, 421 East Mountain Road, Hillsborough Twp. Explore the rocks, boulders and soils of the Sourlands. Learn about the history and formation of the mountain on this moderately challenging hike to Devil’s Half Acre and Roaring Rocks. Led by Dave Harper, former President of the Geological Association of New Jersey. Hikes are limited to 15 participants. Please email hikes@sourland.org for more information or to register

5/31 - Good Grief's 5K Walk and Run for Hope, 10am., https://www.good-grief.org/4hope

5/31 - They're Playing Our Song, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333, 2 p.m., Musical classic about the real life story of Marvin Hamlisch and Carole Bayer-Sager. Written by Neil Simon with music by Hamlisch and lyrics by Bayer-Sager. Presented by Pierrot Productions. $20., www.kelseytheatre.net

6/1 - 8th Annual Isles Golf Outing, 10:30am., Cherry Valley Country Club in Skillman, NJ. https://isles.org/events/golf

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Visit Hamilton Jewelers’ Annual Watch Fair to experience a tremendous showcase of timepieces from the world’s finest brands all under one roof. A must-see for watch enthusiasts or anyone looking to upgrade their timepiece wardrobe.

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