Community Events and Programs
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Tuesday, June 10 - Saturday, July 26 @ 10:00 AM in New Brunswick
New Jersey Parents Caucus
In-PersonNew Jersey Parents Caucus Professional Parent Advocacy Training
NJPC is offering a free five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program which helps participants better navigate service systems, understand their rights, and improve access to care, while also being approved for foster, adoptive, and kinship training through NJPC.
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Tuesday, June 10 @ 5:00 PM in Ewing
Mercer Street Friends
In-PersonMercer Street Friends Fifth Annual Leadership Awards Celebration
This special event honors the individuals and organizations whose extraordinary contributions to Mercer Street Friends’ mission have nourished minds, strengthened bodies and empowered families and communities.
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Wednesday, June 11 - Wednesday, June 25 (Weekly)
Mercer County Food Finder App
Need Food? Find Free Meals & Groceries Near You
Use the link or QR code to access the website. Find 100+ food pantries, youth meals, grab-and-go meal options.
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Wednesday, June 11 - Wednesday, August 6 @ 5:00 PM in Trenton (Weekly)
Still Here
In-PersonYouth Enrichment Program at The HUB
Equips youth with financial literacy, job readiness, and self-care practices like meditation and self-love.
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Thursday, June 12 - Thursday, June 26 (Weekly)
Kids Summer Camp @ Mercer County Martial Arts
Sign up today!
Camp is open to youth ages 4-12 from July to August from 8am - 3pm.
Sign up for multi-weeks to receive a discount.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Transition to Adult Services and Intake Process (NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities)
We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held on the second and third Thursdays.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 6:30 PM
Family Support Organization of Bergen County
VirtualGuardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney
The workshop will cover the basics of guardianship, limited guardianship, conservatorship, and other surrogate decision-making options, with an aim towards attaining the maximum possible independence for your child while preserving vital protections for important decision-making.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 7:00 PM
Get Out There with Acquired Brain Injury - GOT ABI
VirtualBrain Injury Caregiver Connection
Feeling isolated caring for a young adult with Brain Injury? Join GOT ABI's virtual support group, led by a nurse, to connect, share, & learn about vital resources. You're not alone!
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Friday, June 13 - Friday, June 27 (Weekly)
Apply Now! Summer EBT Program for Kids
The NJ Summer EBT program provides low-income families with a one-time $120 EBT card per eligible child to help purchase groceries during the summer when children might not have access to school meal.
Find out more about who is eligible and how to apply!
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Saturday, June 14 - Sunday, June 7 in Lawrenceville (WeekEnds)
24-Hour Weekend Hotline & Crisis Center
Council Against Youth Violence offers Expert Counseling, Crisis Stabilization, Advocacy & Support.
Hotline: 609-544-0620
At PEI Kids in Lawrenceville
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Sunday, June 15 @ 9:00 AM in Lawrenceville
Lawrence Neighbors Together
In-PersonLawrence PRIDEfest - Fun Run, Walk & Roll
Everyone is Welcome! Free and Open to All! Live music, food, drinks, vendors, and more - fun for the whole family!
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Monday, June 16 - Monday, August 4 @ 5:00 PM in Trenton (Weekly)
Still Here
In-PersonFront 2 Back at The HUB
Serving girls ages 13-17.
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Monday, June 16 @ 6:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
VirtualStudent Success and Well-Being: The College and Career Track
The fourth and final workshop in a four-part series is presented through a partnership between the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub Project and the Paterson Education Fund. The New Jersey Family Engagement Hub is a project of SPAN funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
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Wednesday, June 18 @ 11:00 AM
SAMHSA, American Academy of Pediatrics
VirtualNavigating Social Media with Youth (American Academy of Pediatrics Project ECHO)
4 sessions held monthly from June 18-September 17
Are you curious about how digital media is impacting your child? You're not alone! Join this free 4-session virtual learning collaborative designed for parents and caregivers of youth. -
Wednesday, June 18 @ 12:00 PM
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
VirtualTransition to Motherhood: Pregnancy and Post Partum Emotional Health
What you EXPECT is not always what you EXPERIENCE.
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Wednesday, June 18 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Connect for Recovery
VirtualRole of Peer Support in Addiction (NJ Connect for Recovery)
Welcome to our online event focusing on the **important role** of peer support in addiction recovery.
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Thursday, June 19 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Mediators of Mourning
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Thursday, June 19 @ 12:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualOverview of the New Jersey Transition Toolkit (NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities)
We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held on the second and third Thursdays.
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Monday, June 23 @ 12:00 PM
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
VirtualHot Enough? What to do when it's TOO hot to play...
Your baby is not running around, so it doesn’t matter, does it? Pregnant and resting, not overdoing it. Good for you! But... How hot is too hot?
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Tuesday, June 24 @ 10:00 AM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualEveryday Wellness: Skills & Support for Life After Brain Injury
Join BIANJ for a free virtual event designed for individuals and families impacted by brain injury. Topics include a brief overview of BIANJ service, practical tips for home and personal organization, and a calming yoga practice with meditation, breathwork, and accessible modifications.
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Tuesday, June 24 @ 12:00 PM
American Academy of Pediatrics, New Jersey Chapter (NJAAP)
VirtualNJ SEEDlings QLC: Thriving as Parents
Discuss opportunities to implement family-friendly workplace policies, guidelines, and state programs, as well as what already exists to provide better life outcomes and mental health for working families with children from birth to age 5.
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Tuesday, June 24 @ 1:00 PM
GenPsych
VirtualBody Image: Pushing Back Against the 'Beach Body' Mentality
we invite you to our upcoming webinar, "Body Image: Pushing Back against the “Beach Body” Mentality."
Join Sharon Ryan (ED Clinical Coordinator) and Kayla Ray (Adult/ED Program Director) as they explore how seasonal pressures around body image can impact self-esteem, mental health, and eating behaviors.
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Thursday, July 10 @ 12:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualQuarterly Welcome Session (NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities)
Join us for an opportunity to learn more about what DDD has to offer during our quarterly Welcome Session. During this session, participants will have an opportunity to join a breakout room of their choice and ask questions.
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Wednesday, July 16 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Connect for Recovery
VirtualTrauma-Solutions for Families Dealing with Addictions (NJ Connect for Recovery)
Join us for this online event where we will discuss strategies and solutions for families dealing with trauma when a loved one is suffering from an addiction. Together, we can find ways to heal and support our loved ones on their journey to recovery.
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Thursday, July 17 @ 6:00 PM in Lawrenceville
Lawrence Township Recreation
In-PersonGlow in the Dark - PAINT PARTY!
Ages 6-12
Join us for a fun and creative evening of step-by-step painting under blacklights.