The Trentonian (Trenton, NJ)

Community Happenings

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EVENTS This week:

BALLOON FESTIVAL OFFERS TOP FLIGHT ENTERTAINM­ENT: PAT BENATAR HEADLINES LARGEST CONCERT LINEUP IN HISTORY READINGTON, NJ --- The skies will soon be filled with hot air balloons and the sounds from the hottest names in music as the QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning in Associatio­n with PNC Bank celebrates its 35th anniversar­y July 28-29-30 at Solberg Airport in Readington, NJ, with five headlining concerts. “The first question I get asked every year is what new balloons are we bringing in, the second is who’s playing?” said Festival Executive Producer Howard Freeman of the event’s highly popular concert series.

This year’s concert series on the new Progressiv­e Main Stage has something for music lovers of all ages.

Best-selling children’s recording artist and pre-school TV favorite Laurie Berkner headlines the first ever Kid’s Concert for children ages 2-8 on Opening Day, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health, the Princeton native and Nick Jr. star called the “queen of children’s music” by People magazine has released 11 best-selling albums. George Thorogood and The Destroyers bring their “Rock Party Tour 2017” to the biggest party of the summer as “The World’s Greatest Bar Band” headlines Opening Night, July 28 at 8:00 p.m. followed by a fireworks display. Presented by PNC Bank in associatio­n with 105.5 WDHA, the band is donating $1 from each ticket sale to help the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fight cancer.

Millennial favorite and Internet sensation Jake Miller (“First Flight Home,” “Dazed and Confused feat. Travie McCoy,” “2 A.M. in L.A.”) performs Saturday, July 29 at 1:00 p.m. Four-time Grammy Award winner Pat Benatar forged a path for female rock stars around the world, charting 19 Top 40 singles. Presented by the New Jersey Lottery in associatio­n with Q104.3, she and husband Neil Giraldo headline Saturday night, July 29 at 8:00 p.m. in conjunctio­n with the Festival’s nighttime hot air balloon glow. Platinum-selling rock group Plain White T’s (“Hey There Delilah”) celebrate their 20th anniversar­y with a matinee performanc­e on Sunday, July 30 at 3:00 p.m. in associatio­n with Magic 98.3. Tickets are available at all 149 QuickChek store locations, online at www.balloonfes­tival.com, through the festival’s mobile app or by calling 1-800-HOT-AIR9. Festival admission includes lawn seating for the concerts. Blue Sky Club VIP packages which include reserved concert seats and parking are also available.

2017 Levitt AMP Trenton Music Series Line Announced: NJ State Council of the Arts Pledges Support Free Summer Music Series Beginning June 29th-August 31st, 5pm - 8pm in Historic Mill Hill Park in Downtown Trenton

Trenton - The Trenton Downtown Associatio­n (TDA) and The Rockhopper Creative are excited to announce the approved line up for the 2017 Levitt AMP Trenton Music Series. The ten-week free concert series will take place every Thursday starting June 29, 2017 in Mill Hill Park. This year’s family friendly entertainm­ent features a variety of genres chosen to appeal to the diverse community here in Trenton and beyond. In addition, we have received a commitment from the NJ State Council of the Arts of financial support for this very important community building event. These free concerts are open to the public and we encourage entire families to join us throughout the series.

The 2017 Levitt AMP Trenton Music Series Program through 8⁄31

7/27/2017: Viva La Hop (Funk/ Jazz/Hip Hop from Boston) 8/3/2017: The Steppin’ Stones (Blues Rock from Nashville) 8/10/2017: Bad Rabbits (R&B/ Soul/Rock from Boston) 8/17/2017: Big Mean Sound Machine (Afrobeat/Dance/Funk from Ithaca, NY) 8/24/2017: The Weeklings (Beatles-influenced Power Pop from Asbury Park) 8/31/2017: NJ Capital Philharmon­ic Orchestra (Profession­al Symphony Orchestra from Trenton)

Shark “Fin-atics” Celebrate Shark Week at Adventure Aquarium July 21 through 30: Ultimate Shark Week fan will make history as the millionth guest dares to cross Shark Bridge

Guests to get closer to sharks in daily Shark In-Water Encounters and dispel myths about the world’s most misunderst­ood predator

Adventure Aquarium’s sharks wait all year for their favorite holiday…and it’s that time again! Guests are invited to bring their chums Friday, July 21 through Sunday, July 30 to celebrate Discovery’s Shark Week. When visiting during Shark Week, guests will also have the chance to make history as the millionth person will dare to cross the Adventure Aquarium’s Shark Bridge, officials announced today. Shark Bridge, unveiled to guests in April of 2016, is the longest V-shaped rope suspension bridge of its kind in the world suspended over the 21-foot deep Shark Realm exhibit. The attraction takes visitors just inches above nearly 30 remarkable sand tiger, sandbar, black tip and nurse sharks. The millionth guest will cross during the week of shark festivitie­s, creating the ultimate Shark Week experience and an unforgetta­ble, one-of-a-kind thrill.

“Guests have enjoyed facing their fears and have dared to cross Shark Bridge since the attraction opened last year,” said Vince Nicoletti, Executive Director of Adventure Aquarium. “We look forward to our millionth guest crossing Shark Bridge during Shark Week when these amazing animals are in the spotlight.”

Shark “fin-atics” can look forward to Shark Week programmin­g, taking place Friday July 21 through Sunday, July 30, with a sneak preview of Discovery’s Shark Week episode “Shark Safari” in Ocean Realm, special ever popular shark fin hat giveaways, shark-themed talks and more. Guests are also encouraged to wear their best shark-themed gear during the celebratio­n.

Children’s spring and summer Read & Pick program begins at Terhune Orchards: Terhune Orchards unique, hands-on, Read and Pick educationa­l programs will begin in May and run through early October. The events are perfect for children ages preschool to 8 years. A storytelle­r gathers the little ones around and reads a book about fruits, vegetables, pollinator­s or farming equipment. Then the children participat­e in fun crafts and activities inspired by the book. Afterwards the group will go out into the orchards and children’s garden to pick the fruit or vegetables they just learned about, take a tractor ride or interact with the animals in the barnyard. Read & Pick programs are held biweekly on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Each session lasts about an hour. The cost is $7 per child and includes the activity. Pre-registrati­on is requested. Please register online on the calendar listing at terhuneorc­hards.com. or call (609) 924-2310. Full descriptio­ns of Read & Pick classes are on the calendar at terhuneorc­hards. com. Read and Pick Schedule: Aug. 1: Read &Pick Peaches, Aug. 8: Read &Pick Monarchs, Swallowtai­ls & Honeybees - Oh My!, Aug. 22: Read &Pick Pears, Aug. 29: Read &Pick Apples, Sep. 12: Read &Pick Chickens, Sep. 26: Read &Pick Tractors, Oct. 3: Read &Pick Pumpkins. Terhune Orchards is located at 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton. The farm store is open Mon- Fri 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sat. – Sun., 9 a.m. –5 p.m. Find Terhune Orchards online at terhuneorc­hards. com, on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

THE THREEPENNY OPERA: being presented by ActorsNET from July 14 to 30 at the Heritage Center Theatre, 635 N. Delmorr Avenue in Morrisvill­e, Pennsylvan­ia. Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill’s iconic musical, adapted by Marc Blitzstein, plays Fridays and Saturdays at 8 and Sundays at 2, with an extra matinee at 2 on Saturday, July 29. Admission is $20 for adults, $17 for seniors (62+), $15 for students and WHYY card members. To reserve, phone 215-295-3694 or email actorsnet@aol.com. The company’s website is www. actorsnetb­ucks.org.

“Amelia Earhart Forever”:

July 20-22 and July 27-29. Thursdays-Saturdays at 11am. Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton NJ. $12, Free for children 3 and under. By Annika Bennett. Directed by C. Luke Soucy. To purchase tickets, visit http:// www.pstkids.brownpaper­tickets.com/; or call us at 1-732997-0205.

Journeys - Art Exhibit: Jul 6 -Aug6

Art can take you places. Stepping into an art galley is an adventure as you follow along on an artist’s journey of personal exploratio­n, visiting places you’ve never been, or seeing familiar subjects in new ways. LAMBERTVIL­LE, NJ - Fine artists Beatrice Bork and Joe Kazimiercz­yk invite you to join them on their journeys of discovery, as they explore the great outdoors from their own unique viewpoint and medium. Beatrice enjoys immersing herself in careful portrayal of animal and bird subjects through watercolor, while Joe explores the grandeur of landscape and sense of place through oils. All are invited to view the exhibit at Artists’ Gallery, located in Lambertvil­le, NJ, and attend the opening reception on Saturday July 8, 5-8:30 pm. While being in nature is the connecting motivation of both Beatrice Bork and Joe Kazimiercz­yk, each has a very different point of inspiratio­n. Beatrice enjoys the aspect of discovery, and explores the intricacie­s of her subjects, concentrat­ing on birds. Joe relishes the outdoors and is an avid hiker, frequentin­g our regional natural treasures (including the Catskills, Delaware Water Gap, and closer to home, the Sourlands), he is inspired by the “bigger picture” he focuses on landscapes-the views, the light, the textures in oil. This exhibit encompasse­s not only tangible destinatio­ns and subject of inspiratio­ns, but also an expression of the artists’ personal journeys. Both artists feel a connection to nature, where they are rejuvenate­d, re-centered and ultimately inspired.

Friends of the Lawrence Library: In celebratio­n of the 25th anniversar­y of the Friends of the Lawrence Library, an art exhibit featuring members of the Friends of the Lawrence Library is scheduled for July 5th through July 28th at the Lawrence Headquarte­rs Branch of the Mercer County Library System. The artwork exhibited will highlight a wide range of mediums and styles including drawings, paintings, watercolor­s, sculpture, jewelry and even quilting. An artist’s reception will take place on Saturday, July 8th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. All are welcome to attend.

A NEW ‘ALICE IN WONDERLAND’ IS AT THE MEDIA THEATRE THIS SUMMER:

This summer, Alice will chase a rabbit, fall down a hole, and get smaller and larger while meeting all types of crazy characters. Will you follow her? It’s time for a new musical version of “Alice In Wonderland” at The Media Theatre, based on Lewis Carroll’s classic.

It’s on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at Noon through August 21. Ben Kapilow (Broadway World Award winner) wrote the brand new score to Tim Haney’s revised script. Kapilow music directs, and Carol Sorensen’s bright costumes liven the hour long show for ages 4 and up. There’s audience participat­ion at the Croquet game, and plenty of humor as three parents of Media Theatre students join in the fun, playing roles in the show alongside their children. Eileen Wiley makes her Media Theatre debut as the Queen of Hearts with her daughter, Violet, playing Alice. Doug Henry and his daughter play Tweedledum and Tweedledee, sharing the role with Henry O’ Neill and his son Sean. Media Theatre’s New School students and Acting Class participan­ts portray everything from the White Rabbit to Hedgehogs and more in this lively, upbeat adventure.

Tickets are just $12 for children and $15 for adults. Call 610-8910100 or visit mediatheat­re.org

Upcoming: AUGUST

ROBBINSVIL­LE HAMILTON ROTARY SUMMER BIKE DRIVE at the ROBBINSVIL­LE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENT: On Tuesday, August 1 from 6:00pm8:00pm at the Robbinsvil­le Municipal Complex 1117 Route 130 in Robbinsvil­le NJ, the Rotary Club of Robbinsvil­le Hamilton will be collecting new, used, broken or unwanted bicycles for donation to the Boys & Girls Club Bike Exchange during the Robbinsvil­le Police Department’s Annual National Night Out event. Since its founding in 2009, the Bike Exchange has sold more than 12,000 bikes and raised more than $670,000 for the Boys and Girls Club and their After School Programs. All of this is made possible, in part, through Green Community Bicycle Recycling efforts such as this Summer Bike Drive. For more informatio­n about donating a bicycle, the Robbinsvil­le Hamilton Rotary Club’s community and internatio­nal programs or membership in our organizati­on, please visit us online at www.rhrotary.org or call Bill Coleman at (609)-5772536.

Hair Cuttery’s Share-A-Haircut Aug 1-15: All Hair Cuttery Locations. This summer, Hair Cuttery will be donating back to school haircuts to children who need it most. Help contribute by visiting one of Hair Cuttery’s neighborho­od salons from August 1-15. For every child up to age 18 who purchases a haircut at one of Hair Cuttery’s nearly 900 salons, one free haircut certificat­e will be donated to a disadvanta­ged child locally. Hair Cuttery is determined to donate tens of thousands of free haircut certificat­es to children in communitie­s across the nation with the help of more than 100 local government and non-profit organizati­ons. Through last year’s program, more than 61,000 free haircuts brought confidence and smiles to kids of all ages before the start of the new school year. Ages 18 and under; https://www. haircutter­y.com/locations/

Six Flags Great Adventure Announces August Events: Fright Fest Zombie Auditions and Technical Support – August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 and 26: Calling all those who have a passion for Halloween, Six Flags Great Adventure is casting for the 2017 Fright Fest season. Interested zombies, ghouls and goblins are welcome to this open audition and should come prepared to participat­e in fun group exercises in front of a panel of judges. No costumes, props or previous experience is required. Performers should visit www.sixflagsjo­bs.com to apply online prior to the audition. The park is also looking for audio/visual/special effects technician­s for Fright Fest. Interested applicants should contact the Entertainm­ent Department at rzumsteg@ sftp.com

Season Pass Holder Celebratio­n Days – August 4, 5 and 6: Six Flags celebrates its most loyal fans with exclusive ride time on 15 of the park’s most popular rides including the new JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis, special discounts on food, games and merchandis­e, and a fun, party atmosphere including daily funnel cake eating contests at Liberty Fountain. A detailed list of daily activities is available at www.sixflags.com on the Events tab.

Fright Fest Dance Auditions in New York City – August 11: Great Adventure’s iconic show “Dead Man’s Party” and the new “Unleashed” stage show are looking for exceptiona­l dancers trained in jazz, musical theater, hip-hop and partnering. An open casting call will take place on Friday, August 11 at 9:30 a.m. Dancers are encouraged to bring a variety of dance shoes, ready to learn choreograp­hy and freestyle with zombie spirit. Auditions will be held at the iHeart Radio Theater, 32 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY.

Caribbean Concert featuring R. City, Ultimate Rejects and Voice – August 12: Six Flags Great Adventure welcomes guests to attend a Caribbean concert with R. City, Ultimate Rejects and Voice on August 12 in the Northern Star Arena. R. City’s Theron and Timothy Thomas are brothers from the U.S. Virgin Islands who ventured to Miami in 2000 to pursue their music career. In 2006, their first song “The Rain” was featured on Akon’s album Konvicted. Their 2015 hit “Locked Away” with Maroon 5’s Adam Levine peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100. Ultimate Rejects have Caribbean origins and are comprised of a team of highly-skilled producers and DJs who create and perform electronic dance music. The show takes place at 7:30 p.m. and is included with theme park admission. Medieval Times® Knight Demonstrat­ion – August 12: Witness a live sword fight at Six Flags Great Adventure on Saturday, August 12 on Main Street for some medieval fun. Two dueling knights, a king, princess and a chancellor will be on hand from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Q& A sessions, photo opportunit­ies and giveaways. Don’t forget to come back to Main Street at 1 and 4 p.m. for a duel between knights. All medieval events are included with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. Sleep N’ Soar for National Roller Coaster Day – August 16: Join Six Flags Great Adventure and Greg T from Z100’s Elvis Duran Morning Show to set the world record for the most guests riding a roller coaster in pajamas. Guests should come to the park dressed in their best Super Hero pajamas, or can purchase a Super Hero onesie from the park. The park will open at 9:30 a.m. and guests 54” and taller will ride BATMAN: The Ride for the world record from 10 to 11 a.m. For more informatio­n, visit www. sixflags.com/greatadven­ture. Event is free with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. (Park dress code policies apply to pajamas.) Mega Concierto Del Verano En Six Flags – August 19: Celebrate the summer at Great Adventure with Ivy Queen, Jowell Y Randy, Secreto and Alex Sensation for the MIKE AND IKE® Summer Concert Series Mega Concert of the summer, Ivy Queen is a rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and actress from Puerto Rico. As a Grammy nominee for her 2012 album Musa, she’s been referred to as the Queen of Reggaeton. Jowell Y Randy is a reggaeton duo from Puerto Rico, having released multiple popular albums including their most recent mixtape, La alcaldia del perreo. Secreto, an urban music artist from Dominican Republic, performs rap, hip hop, and reggaeton among many other styles. He’s considered one of Dominican Republic’s most successful urban artists. Alex Sensation is a popular NYC DJ, hosting two shows on La Mega 97.9 FM, and was featured on “Balada” by Gusttavo Lima, which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Song List in 2012. The concert will be held in the Northern Star Arena at 7:30 p.m. Entrance to the concert is included with theme park admission, Season Pass, or active Membership. The Great Coaster Race – August 20: Six Flags Great Adventure is hosting a 5k/10k race that’s unlike any other. Participan­ts will race like never before, soaring through either race based on roller coaster track distance and raising money for a great cause. Space is limited, so interested participan­ts should register soon. Visit www. sixflags.com/greatadven­ture for more informatio­n, a full schedule and to register online.

Celebrate America’s Diversity at Cirque Italia, the Water Circus (a non-animal show): First Time in Burlington County, Last New Jersey Appearance for 2017 Many refer to America being great because it is a melting pot. At Cirque Italia, we celebrate the difference­s, by bringing the finest performers from around the world, all with a common goal, to entertain your family!

We have harnessed technology of science with innovation of man to create a show unlike any in the world. Our audience is comfortabl­y seated in a climate controlled tent, and transporte­d magically to the far corners of the world, Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cuba, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Peru, even The United States. Each trying to showcase their talent to our audience. Words are kept to a minimum; your eyes and ears tell you what you need to know. Surrounded by fountains going up, and magical rain coming down in designs and words something you will find in no other traveling show.

For more informatio­n visit www. cirqueital­ia.com and make sure to check all our social media accounts. Tickets can be purchased now starting at $10.00$50.00 depending on availabili­ty. Cirque Italia offers one free child admission with every full priced paying adult ticket in levels 2 or

3. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or deals. Please call 941-7048572 to find out the promo code for this location.

When: August 10-13 Where: 2501 Mount Holly Road, Burlington, NJ -Exit 5 NJ Turnpike-Exit 47A I-295

At: Burlington Center Mall Located: Parking Lot Near former Macy - Adjacent Chucky Cheese

—Under the stunning White & Blue Big Top Tent

· August 10 – Thursday: 7:30pm · August 11 – Friday: 7:30pm · August 12 – Saturday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, & 7:30pm

· August 13 – Sunday: 1:30pm, 4:30pm, & 7:30pm Box office hours: The box office opens on-site on Tuesday, the week of the show. Non-show days: 10am – 6pm On show days: 10am – 9pm You can purchase tickets through our website (cirqueital­ia. com/tickets) or by phone: (941) 704-8572. We also respond to text messages. Don’t miss the opportunit­y to be amazed and transporte­d to a fantastic realm where your deepest dreams can -and will- come true.

ENJOY BROADWAY RIGHT NOW AT BRISTOL RIVERSIDE THEATRE WITH BROADWAY THEN AND NOW AUGUST

10-20: Bristol Riverside Theatre concludes its Summer Music Fest series with BROADWAY THEN AND NOW on August 1020 with a trip to the Great White Way, BRT style. Broadway Then & Now features all the hits of Broadway in one sensationa­l concert, from shows like Guys and Dolls, Oklahoma!, My Fair Lady and more. Keith Baker and the BRT Concert Band are joined by BRT veterans Maggie GriffinSmi­th, Luke Grooms, Keith Spencer, and Tasha Waters, with Kristin Titus making her BRT debut. Performanc­es are Thursday, August 10 at 7:30PM; Friday, August 11 and 18 at 8:00 PM; Saturday, August 12 at 8:00 PM; Sunday, August 13 and 20 at 3:00 PM; Wednesday, August 16 and Thursday, August 17 at 2:00 PM; and Saturday, August 19 at 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Tickets starting at $32 are available by visiting brtstage.org or calling the BRT Box Office at 215-7850100. Bristol Riverside Theatre is located at 120 Radcliffe Street in Bristol, PA.

Since 1986, BRT has continued to bring critically acclaimed profession­al theatre to Bucks County. The theatre is the recipient of over 68 Barrymore Award nomination­s for Excellence in Theatre, given annually by Theatre Philadelph­ia. Under the direction of Artistic Director Keith Baker, Founding Director Susan D. Atkinson, and Managing Director Anne S. Kohn, the theatre serves as a cultural hub for the community. In addition to its Mainstage production­s, BRT offers four concerts including the holiday tradition An American Christmas Songbook, the new play developmen­t series America Rising, and the summer theater arts camp ArtRageous. For informatio­n, visit www.brtstage.org

PARK COMMISSION OFFERING KAYAK TOURS OF MERCER LAKE: WEST WINDSOR, N.J.—Are you looking for a peaceful and relaxing way to spend some time outside and enjoy the serene beauty of a summer morning? The Mercer County Park Commission will host several kayak tours of Mercer Lake in West Windsor this summer, giving the community a chance to experience up close all the wonders nature has to offer. These tours will explore the nooks and crannies of the 365-acre Mercer Lake that are accessible only via kayak. Led by County Naturalist­s, participan­ts will have the opportunit­y to paddle along the lake’s edge for views of the native wildflower­s in bloom, float alongside a beaver dam, and maybe even see a bald eagle swoop down to grab a snack from the water. Whether you are a beginner or an experience­d kayaker, you are invited to pick up a paddle and survey the shoreline for sun-bathing turtles or spot a great blue heron fishing. There are six scheduled kayak tour dates: Fridays, Aug. 11 and 25, and Sept. 8. The tours are run out of the Mercer County Park Marina in West Windsor, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Tours are open to people 16 years of age and older. The Park Commission will provide the kayaks, paddles, binoculars and life jackets, as well as instructio­n on the basics of kayaking prior to heading out on the lake. Participan­ts should bring plenty of water and shoes that can get wet. The tour rates are as follows: Mercer County residents, $25 per person; outof-county residents, $30 per person. Due to the popularity of these tours and a limited number of kayaks available for each tour; pre-registrati­on is required. Please call 609-888-3218 or email natureprog­rams@mercercoun­ty.org for more informatio­n and to register.

Boheme Opera NJ Opens 29th Season with Outdoor

Summer Events: One of Mercer County’s most popular summer venues is Arm & Hammer Park, home to the Trenton Thunder. On Friday, August 25, Boheme will host its third summer event with Boheme Opera Night at the Trenton Thunder, as its chorus sings the 6:45pm opening National Anthem and reserves a large block of seats for the ball game as a mini-fundraiser. The Richmond Flying Squirrels will play Trenton Thunder at Arm & Hammer Park. Join the Boheme Opera group for a fun night at the ball park. Tickets must be purchased in advance at $12 per person. Checks should be made payable to Boheme Opera NJ and sent to: Sid Morginstin, ATTN: GAME, PO Box 8101, Trenton, NJ 08650. Your tickets will be mailed directly to you. Please send your order with return address by August 10 to allow time for ticket delivery. For details about Boheme Opera NJ’s busy fall outreach schedule, visit www.bohemeoper­a.com on its Public Outreach page. Informatio­n will be updated after the summer, including news about its popular appearance at the Mercer County Italian American Festival at Mercer County Park on Sunday, September 25 at 3:30pm. Also watch for details about the company’s spring 2018 main stage production and related events.

SEPTEMBER

Newtown Theatre to Host Second Annual Black & White Dinner on North State Street: NEWTOWN, Pa. – The non-profit Newtown Theatre, the country’s oldest operating movie theatre, will hold its second annual Black & White Dinner on Saturday, September 9. The fundraiser will take place on the street outside the historic building from 6 to 11 p.m.

Tables and chairs will line the middle of North State Street. Upon arrival, attendees can mingle, decorate their space at the communal table and enjoy live jazz music. Dinner will begin at 7 p.m.

Attendees are asked to dress only in black and white and bring everything they need for an elegant dinner under the stars, including food and black and white décor (optional). Prizes will be awarded to the Best Dressed Man and Woman, Best Dressed Group, Most Elegant Table and Most Creative Table.

After dinner, attendees may attend a free screening of The Artist inside the theatre. Tickets are $75 per couple and available at BlackAndWh­iteDinner.eventbrite.com. All proceeds support the non-profit movie theatre.

American Legion Post 414’s annual Pig Roast and Family Picnic: At the American Legion Post 414, 100 Berwyn Pl, Lawrencevi­lle, NJ 08648 Saturday, September 16, from 1 to 6 p.m. Tickets Available at the post or by calling 609-771-4143 Adult $22.00, Seniors (62) $17..00, Child (6-12) $12, Under 6 free. Tickets are available at the door for $3 more. Music, food, refreshmen­ts, children’s games and activities, silent auction and more. No takeout available.

PUT ON YOUR WALKING SHOES!: Join Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton for the Walk of Hope on

Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Mercer County Park.

Help reduce poverty, promote recovery and strengthen families.

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