The City of Trenton celebrates its winning of the national Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize, on Wednesday, June 18, at Trenton City Hall. Culture of Health Prize: A Trenton Celebration, will be held in the City Hall’s Atrium from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes comments from local leaders and […]
If “I’m too old for (fill in the blank)” is your go-to excuse, it’s time to change your mindset on aging. Leading the charge on breaking the age barrier is the Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP), which hosts its inaugural symposium on Thursday, June 12. “Living Longer Lives: Overcoming Our Fears of Growing Old” […]
Lawrence Township and the nonprofit Lawrence Hopewell Trail Corporation have announced the opening of a new segment of the Lawrence Hopewell Trail. The completion of this almost half-mile section, which winds through scenic wetland habitat, marks a significant milestone in the creation of one of New Jersey’s premier multi-use trails, said a LHTC press release. […]
The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey (CHSofNJ), a Trenton-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and promoting children’s health, safety, and well-being, has appointed Duncan Harrison Jr. as its new chief advancement officer. Harrison most recently served as the assistant director of regional affairs at Princeton University. “I am honored to join CHSofNJ at such […]
Grounds For Sculpture and Johnson Atelier will officially operate as a single entity, creating a center for contemporary sculpture production, conservation, and exhibition. The merger, which was announced by the Hamilton Township-based organizations on May 26, unites Grounds For Sculpture with Johnson Atelier’s state-of-the-art fabrication and finishing facilities. This includes its seven-acre Meadow, the physical […]
The first Young Entrepreneurs Academy in the state is coming to Mercer County, says the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce. The chamber, in partnership with The College of New Jersey, plans to bring YEA!, a 30-week experiential learning program, to Mercer County. YEA! will give 30 students the opportunity to become real-life entrepreneurs. YEA! […]
Flipping the innovation script, Princeton Innovation Center BioLabs and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) host an evening of networking and reverse pitches on Thursday, June 12, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Princeton Innovation Center BioLabs, 303A College Road East, in Princeton. This is an opportunity to hear directly from investors who will […]
The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ), in partnership with the Administrators Network, hosts the inaugural Educators of Color Leadership Symposium on Friday, June 6, at 7:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza-Princeton Conference Center at 900 Scudders Mill Road in Plainsboro. This first-of-its-kind statewide convening brings together more than 300 educators, administrators, […]
Experience Princeton has received a Transformation Grant in the amount of $150,000 from the Main Street New Jersey (MSNJ) program. The grant award will provide funds for an economic feasibility study to help improve the mix and vitality of Princeton businesses, technology upgrades, and promotional activities in anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary. It will also […]
The Watershed Institute in Pennington has appointed Margaret L. Kelly as the organization’s new senior director of advancement, effective May 1. Kelly brings nearly two decades of experience in fundraising, donor relations, strategic planning, marketing, and leadership across both independent schools and nonprofit organizations. “We are thrilled to welcome Maggie to The Watershed Institute,” said […]