Family Connects NJ is a new program that connects parents with a specially trained nurse for a personalized follow up visit at home within the first two weeks after their child’s birth. Visits are offered to all families at no cost, regardless of income, insurance or immigration status.

Summer Camp offers children grades 1-8 to attend a 6-week FREE camp from July 1st - August 8th, 8:30-4pm. We offer the children windows into a new world that can inspire and challenge them. From academics and healthy living to golf and tennis to Bible study and faith, the children are exposed to various engaging activities.

Must register to attend!

MCLS offers daily events, throughout the county, for the entire family. Events may include Tax Prep, Teen Pride Club, Citizenship Exam Prep, Steam Lab, Storytime, and so much more. Find more details including dates, times, and registration information on MCLS website.

Mercer County strives to enhance community services and resources, creating an environment where every individual can thrive. Through collaborative efforts and a dedication to serving its diverse population, Mercer County is working to be an example for the entire State.

The Mercer County Traumatic Loss Coalition is pleased to present Skills for Psychological Recovery - an evidence-informed modular intervention that aims to help survivors gain skills to manage distress and cope with post-disaster stress and adversity.

Need something fun and productive for your child to do this summer?

Join the NJ Division on Civil Rights during National Fair Housing Month to Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Law Against Discrimination. In this webinar, we will explore the victories and current challenges in fair and affordable housing. 

Music is an emotional and social connector for all humans. Listening to and/or playing music can bring up memories and feelings even when we don’t expect it. Join to gain suggestions for utilizing music for coping with grief, education with be provided about music therapy's role in processign grief.

Naturalist News - Spring 2024

Spring Programs Newly Released

Be the first to reserve your spot for our most popular programs, from Beaver Walks to Birdwatching. New this season are special outings for fathers and their children, a Meadow Fire Walk visiting the Park Commission’s prescribed burn areas, and Owls for Kids!

Men for H.O.P.E. in collaboration with Trenton Community Street Team presents our Youth Career Workshop!

St. Michael's Episcopal Church

April 20th 1-5pm 

Ages 11-15

Starting 4/1/24 Creative Change Counseling will be offering Art Therapy Groups for youth ages 11-17. 

Mondays - Hamilton 3525 Quakerbridge RD Suite 903 5-6pm

Wednesdays - Lumberton 669 Main St Lumberton 6:30-7:30

For More information call 609-534-5016 or email [email protected] OR [email protected]

April 22-June 22
Afterschool STEM enrichment classes for 3rd to 8th-grade girls, that teach science, financial literacy, and learning to code at all levels. With supply kits mailed to students' homes and Chromebooks to borrow if needed, this is a full-year virtual program that helps students build skills that contribute to academic success while in small group classes with teachers and friends. Small tuition fee, or free to all who income qualify.

Please join Mercer County Prosecutor's Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy at our 2024 Resource Fair! Meet representatives from local organizations that provide invaluable services to victims of crime and the community. Kindly RSVP via QR code by April 15th.

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on navigating conversations around loneliness and social isolation with kids. The presenters will discuss the double edged sword of social media and how it keeps people connected but also can increase social isolation, promoting connection to the school community, and fostering belonging in the larger community. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

Trail Clean-Up, Cycling Activities, & Art Making

Saturday April 27th * 11am - 4pm

D&R Trail Entrance at the Trenton Battle Monument. 

Comfort Zone Camp serves children who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, primary caregiver, or friend. All programs are offered at no cost to families. CZC provides a safe, nurturing environment where kids can have traditional camp fun, while at the same time acquiring tools to help them cope with their loss.

A free program for VIPs 65+ that combines medical education, interesting topics, and fun activities.

The Hamilton Township Public Library’s Lego Club is back for 2024.

Set to be held from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on the 2nd Thursday of every month, the club offers Hamilton youth the opportunity to “unleash their creativity” and build their own designs.

Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult, and registration is required.

Save The Date: Saturday, May 4th 10 am - 2 pm. 

Join us at the Still Sanding Community Outreach/Mental Health Fair in collaboration with Have of Hope and Princeton Deliverance Center. 

Identify 3 strategies to use when parenting that acknowledge your child’s needs and grief experiences. Identify a linking object that would connect the family with the child who died. Determine how to use Continuing Bonds as a mode of self-care.

Join us for an informative and engaging free webinar for caregivers and educators. This webinar will provide information on Mental Health Awareness Month and co-occurring disorders. The presenters will discuss the awareness of co-occurring disorders, what they are and why they are important, and treatment options for co-occurring disorders. Don't miss it! This event is open to all New Jersey caregivers, including educators and mental health professionals.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) can be a confusing topic for both professionals and survivors. How is it diagnosed, and what can one expect in terms of recovery and treatment? In this webinar, we will xplore the somewhat complicated definition of mTBI; Better understand how diagnosis is established via assessment; and discuss course of recovery and treatment.

In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore how self-compassion can help us live more fully after loss. Together, we’ll draw from the wisdom of other grief writers