Fri., Jan. 6, Movie: “The Hollars” (2016) at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Aspiring NYC artist John Hollar returns to his middle America hometown on the eve of his mother’s brain surgery. Joined by his girlfriend, eight months pregnant with their first child, John is forced to navigate the crazy world he left behind as his dysfunctional family, high school pals, and over-eager ex flood back into his life ahead of his mother’s operation. Rated PG-13, 88 minutes. No registration required. For information call 609-448-1330., Sensory Play for Babies & Toddlers from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Infants & Toddlers ages 3 month-2 years will engage their senses of touch, sight & sound with a variety of objects & toys., Sun., Jan. 8, Sahaja Yoga Meditation from 2 to 3:30 p..m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Sahaja yoga meditation is based on “Kundalini awakening” which is practiced in more than 90 countries. Experience the peace and joy you can derive from this state of self-realization, and feel its benefits in your life. Part of a seven week series. For information call 609-448-1330., Mon., Jan. 9, The paintings of ARC Mercer’s ARCtists will be displayed at the Hickory Corner Library from through Feb. 24, 2017, during regular library hours. Known for exceptionally colorful works, the ARC artists paint as individuals as well as in groups. This promises a show of variety and fun that will enliven the Hickory Corner Library. All of the artwork that will be on display is done by individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System is located at 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. For information, contact: Jennifer Worringer by email jworring@mcl.org or by phone at (609) 448-1330., Coupon Swap at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. All day. Drop in anytime during the day to bring coupons to share and take what you need! Coupons will also be available all month under our magazine collection., Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing & painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org., Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Let’s bring some newness this New Year. Join us for some guided mediation during lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get through the rest of our day smoothly., Tues., Jan. 10, Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these 3 classes., Wed. Jan. 11, Author and local historian Linda J. Barth will introduce you to the people, bridges, locks and aqueducts that made the Delaware & Raritan Canal work at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, at 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Did you know that for more than 170 years, the Delaware and Raritan Canal was one of our nation’s most successful towpath canals, carrying more tonnage in 1866 than the more famous Erie Canal? Come learn about this gem of Central New Jersey. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. For information, call 609-448-1330., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Dementia Conversations from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for tips on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members about driving, doctor visits, legal & financial planning. Workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Please register at www.mcl.org., Thurs., Jan 12, Conversational ESL: Join educator Beth Broder Epstein from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Must have some basic knowledge of English. For information call 609-448-1330., Hip and knee pain: Join Hari Bezwada, MD, board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Affiliated with Jim Craigie Center for Joint Replacement, for a brief lecture on causes and treatment of hip and knee pain followed by an optional hip and knee screening at 3 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Do your knees or hips hurt? Many people suffer from knee or hip pain because these large joints have a demanding task: they must bear the full weight of your body while at the same time allowing for a wide range of motion. Wear and tear, injury, and arthritis are just a few of the causes of pain in these joints. Please wear loose fitting clothing if you are participating in the screening. For information call 609-448-1330., Science & a Story from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories & conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please., One-on-one Medicare Counseling from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Schedule a private appointment with a Medicare counselor. Provided by Mercer County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). Call (609) 393-1626 to schedule an appointment., Community Bible Study will start at 11:30 a.m. at the home of Jane Cox, 183 East Ward Street, Hightstown. Bring your Bible. Soup lunch will be provided. Call 609-235-6139 with any questions., Fri., Jan. 13, Rummikub instruction at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. One of the world’s most popular games. Rummikub is a tile-bases game combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. No experience necessary. No registration. For information call 609-448-1330., A new take on story time. The Very Ready Reading Program will debut for babies and toddlers and uses a Very Hungry Caterpillar theme to promote early literacy skills. Every Friday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Babies through 24 months, with caregiver. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Excel for Beginners computer class from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. For information call 609-448-1330., Excel Intermediate computer class from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. For information call 609-448-1330., Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for singing and rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys. Siblings welcome., Sun., Jan. 15, Historical and architectural tours of the village of Cranbury will be held at 2 p.m. and last approximately two hours. Meet at the Cranbury Museum at 4 Park Place East off Main Street. A contribution of $7 to the Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society is suggested. Please call the tour guide Richard Moody at 609 819 1359 or e mail him at richardcmoods@gmail.com to make a reservation., Movie: “Florence Foster Jennings” starring Meryl Streep at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The story of Florence Foster Jenkins, a New York heiress who dreamed of becoming an opera singer, despite having a terrible singing voice. Rated PG-13, 110 minutes. For information call 609-448-1330., Tues., Jan. 17, Spinning Yarns Craft Circle. Join us for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation at 6:30 p.m. All levels welcome. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these three classes., Wed., Jan. 18, Embroidery Circle at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. If you enjoy hand embroidery and want to meet up with other enthusiasts, come and join us at the Embroidery Circle. Whether you are looking to create your first stitch or expand your skills, learn new methods and techniques, or share embroidery art and craft knowledge, ideas and project work, the Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels – including absolute beginners. We also encourage you to bring embroidery projects you are working on to share with others or work in the good company of fellow embroiders. No registration. For information call 609-448-1330., PowerPoint computer class from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. For information call 609-448-1330., Excel for Beginners computer class from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. For information call 609-448-1330., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Thurs., Jan. 19, Conversational ESL: Join educator Beth Broder Epstein from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Must have some basic knowledge of English. For information call 609-448-1330., Science & a Story from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories & conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please., One-on-one Medicare Counseling from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Schedule a private appointment with a Medicare counselor. Provided by Mercer County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). Call (609) 393-1626 to schedule an appointment., Fri., Jan. 20, Movie: “Bridget Jones Baby” starring Renee Zellweger at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Bridget’s focus on single life and her career is interrupted when she finds herself pregnant, but with one hitch… she can only be fifty percent sure of the identity of her baby’s father. Rated R, 125 minutes. For information call 609-448-1330., Game Night! Bring the family to try some old school board games at 6 p.m.. Popcorn included. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Open Play for Babies & Toddlers from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Little ones ages birth-2.5 years can play with the library’s toys in the Community Room., Sat., Jan. 21, The Home Buying Process. Join us at 10 a.m. for an informative conversation about the home buying process. Be a prepared seller or buyer. Learn what you need to know for a smooth transaction. Presented by Susan M. Patterson, Broker Associate, Coldwell Banker – Princeton. Cranbury Public Library 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Yoga for Beginners from 10:30 to noon at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instructor, Aruna, is a trained Isha facilitator. Please register at www.mcl.org., Sun., Jan. 22, Sahaja Yoga Meditation from 2 to 3:30 p..m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Sahaja yoga meditation is based on “Kundalini awakening” which is practiced in more than 90 countries. Experience the peace and joy you can derive from this state of self-realization, and feel its benefits in your life. Part of a seven week series. For information call 609-448-1330., Mon., Jan. 23, Mystery Book Club at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” by Mark Haddon. New members welcome. No registration. For information call 609-448-1330., Sing-Along with Kim Yarson from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages birth-5 & a caregiver. Dance to Kim’s high-energy guitar music as she plays classics and original songs. Please register at www.mcl.org., Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Let’s bring some newness this New Year! Join us for some guided mediation during lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get through the rest of our day smoothly., Mother Daughter Book Club from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For girls ages 11 and up and their mothers. Come enjoy fun conversation and snacks as we discuss the graphic novel “Prison Island” by Colleen Frakes. New members welcome., Tues., Jan. 24, “Incontinence: Taking Control” program at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Urinary incontinence affects more 15 million Americans, resulting in a range of lifestyle problems, from the occasional inconvenience of leakage when sneezing or coughing to a frequent urge to go that disrupts sleep or affects quality of life. Physical therapy focused on strengthening the pelvic floor and retraining the bladder can help. Join Becky Keller, PT, MSPT, Pelvic Wellness Rehabilitation Coordinator with University Medical Center of Princeton’s and Fatima Shah, PT, DPT to learn ways to treat your urinary incontinence symptoms, improve bladder fitness and restore your quality of life. For information call 609-448-1330., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these three classes., Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474 for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer., Wed., Jan. 25, Hickory Corner Book Discussion at 7:30 p.m. at at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “Letters from Skye” by Jessica Brockmole. New members welcome. No registration. For information call 609-448-1330., Craig’s List: Buying and Selling from 2:30 to 3;30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. For information call 609-448-1330., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Emotional Freedom Techniques from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn about EFT (“tapping”), a stress release tool in the emerging field of Energy Psychology. It involves tuning into a distressing thought/feeling while tapping on head and upper body acupuncture meridian points. It can help with emotional eating & other addictions. Please register at www.mcl.org., Thurs., Jan. 26, A Parents’ Guide to Social Media program at 7 p.m. Where are most kids hanging out online? How do you keep up with the social media sites your neonates and teens are using? How can you help them protect their privacy on social media? Learn how to do that and more. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Science & a Story from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories & conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please., One-on-one Medicare Counseling from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Schedule a private appointment with a Medicare counselor. Provided by Mercer County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). Call (609) 393-1626 to schedule an appointment., One-on-one Affordable Care Annual Enrollment Assistance from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Schedule a private appointment to enroll or update your ACA benefits. Provided by Family Resource Network. Contact the library in person or by phone (609) 448-1474 to schedule an appointment., Fri., Jan. 27, Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for singing and rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys. Siblings welcome., Sun., Jan. 29, Movie: “Sully” staring Tom Hanks (2016) at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. US Airways pilot Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger glides his disabled plane onto the frigid waters of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 aboard. Even as Sully is being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation unfolds that threatens to destroy his reputation and his career. Rated PG-13, 96 minutes. For information call 609-448-1330., Mon., Jan. 30, Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing & painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org, Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Let’s bring some newness this New Year. Join us for some guided mediation during lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get through the rest of our day smoothly., Tues., Jan. 31, Bollywood Dance Workout at 10 a.m. at at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. A fun-filled, intensive dance program designed to address the whole body while increasing core strength and stamina. No prior training required. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. As with any exercise program, check with your healthcare provider before participating. For information call 609-448-1330., Story time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome., Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these three classes., Sat., Feb. 4, Learn professional cookie decorating as part of the “Booking the Cooks” series for 2017 at 10:30 a.m. Learn how to decorate Valentine’s Day cookies from professional cookie decorator and local resident, Leslie Marchio, of Four Peas and a Dog. This is a family event, adults and children welcome. You must register to ensure adequate program supplies. Cranbury Public Library, 655-0555, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will be sponsoring Café Night at 7:30 p.m. with music by Barry Wasserman and Alan Stein. Join us for an evening of live music, desserts, coffee and tea. The cost is $20 per person. RSVP to the Beth El Synagogue office by Feb. 1, 2017 at 609-443-4454 or by emailing admin@bethel.net. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520, www.bethel.net., Mon., Feb. 6, Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will host a Tu BiSh’vat Holiday Hoopla and Book Club event at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy finding out about Tu BiSh’vat, through reading, practical experiential learning and Holiday Magic. All books, materials and snacks are included. Families must have a child age 3 through second grade to participate. All siblings are welcome. Children, come in your pajamas. RSVP to the Beth El Synagogue. The synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520; 609-443-4454;www.bethel.net., Fri., Feb. 10, “Living in Space: Life on the International Space Station” program at 6:30 p.m., presented by Frank O’Brien a NASA Solar System ambassador and local resident. Frank has lent his spaceflight history expertise to NASA for 20 years as a contributing editor for NASA’s Apollo Lunar Surface Journal and is co-editor the Apollo Flight Journal. School-aged children and up. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Wed., Feb. 22, Gauri Sabnis of Synergex Physical Therapy will present information regarding toning-up for Spring sports at 6:30 p.m. For parents and student athletes. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury., Sat., Feb. 25, The Hightstown Woman’s Club will be sponsoring its 38th Annual Dollhouse & Miniature Show & Sale at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 North Main Street, Hightstown, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults and children under 12 is $3. Twenty- five dealers from various areas such as New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and of course New Jersey, will be on hand displaying their wares. A king/queen-sized handcrafted Yellow Brick Road quilt valued at $750 will be raffled by the club this year for $3 a ticket. Door prizes will be available as well as a delicious lunch and tempting homemade cakes and cookies all sold to benefit the Woman’s Club civic improvement projects. Call 609-448-8388 for more information., Continuing events , Spinning Yarns Craft Circle: This club meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Visit the Gambino Room for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome., The Monroe Township Police PBA #255 & SOA #203 is having its second annual toy drive between now and Dec. 9. Residents are asked to drop off an unwrapped toy or make a monetary donation for children of all ages at the police department, 3 Municipal Plaza. For more information, contact Lt. Lisa Robinson at 732-521-0222, ext. 149 or email lrobinson@monroetwppolice.org; or Officer Wesley Panckeri at 732-521-0222, ext. 210 or email wpanckeri@monroetwppolice.org., Read It and Eat It! Cook Book Club: This club takes place the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book or visit www.goodreads.com/topic/group_folder/264622., Toddler Stay and Play: This event is held Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Early literacy story time helps prepare children with future reading skills. After singing, reading, and talking, children ages 12-24 months with a caregiver stay and play., Movie Club: This club meets on the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury Join the lively discussions about movies., Central Jersey Chapter 148 of Korean War Veterans Association: Any veterans who served during the war from June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953 or who have served in Korea from July 27, 1953 to the current date can join the group that meets at 10 a.m. the second Wednesday of every month (except January, February, March and April) at the Monroe Township Municipal Building. Requirements for membership include paying dues of $25 to the Korean War Veterans Association and a $10 chapter fee per year. The chapter is involved in various functions throughout the year including parades with color guard, flag raisings, Korean War memorial ceremonies, funerals and more. For more information, contact Charles Koppelman at 609-655-3111 or email him at KWVANJ@yahoo.com., Community dinner: Rise and the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen offer free hot meals at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 N. Main St., Hightstown, on Mondays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and the First United Methodist Church, 187 Stockton St., Hightstown, on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. All meals are provided free on an unconditional, no-questions-asked basis. Volunteers are welcome., Food Pantry: The Rise Food Pantry is open 52 weeks a year from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and from 5 to 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Baby care items, personal products and all nonperishable and perishable food items are needed for local families. The pantry welcomes locally grown fruits and vegetables. Food can be donated directly to the pantry at 225 Franklin St., Hightstown, during operating hours or to the Greater Goods Thrift Store, 114 Rogers Ave., Hightstown. Contact info@rise-community-services.org for more information., What’s going on , Community events, meeting notices, public announcements and other items of local interest appear regularly in this column at no charge. Send items well in advance to mmorsch@centraljersey.com or to Community Calendar, Windsor-Hights Herald, P.O. Box 350, Princeton, New Jersey, 08542., Short email submissions are preferred. Releases must include time, date, location, full street addresses and admission fee, if applicable., Also, share events with us on Facebook via www.facebook.com/WindsorHightsHerald.
