Sunday, August 3
Time: 12:30pm, Lawrenceville Library to carpool
Location: Lawrenceville Library to carpool; Pennsbury Manor located in Morrisville, PA
Cost:
Leader: Carol Stoka
Historic Trades :Hear the clang of the hammer and the sound of wood being cut as our joyner and blacksmith demonstrate their skills. (Interpreters will be located throughout the site to allow visitors to tour at their own pace). For more info, go to: http://www.pennsburymanor.org/
This is the homestead of William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania.
Wednesday, August 6
Time: 7pm
Location: Little Szechuan, 2025 Old Trenton Rd, Princeton Jct, NJ 609-443-5023
Cost: dinner
Leader: BJ Drews
Saturday, August 9
Volunteer Stony Brook - Millstone Watershed Assoc. Butterfly Festival
Butterfly Festival Flutters Into 8th Year!
Come celebrate the wonder of nature's favorite quick-change artist - the butterfly - and 'green' living at the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association's 8th Annual Butterfly Festival on Saturday August 9.
Held at the scenic Watershed Reserve on Titus Mill Road in Pennington NJ, the festival offers fun for the entire family. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, attendees can enjoy naturalist-guided tours of the Kate Gorrie Memorial Butterfly House, along with nature hikes, live entertainment, food from local purveyors, children's activities, a butterfly costume contest, and an array of demonstrations and exhibits about the environment and conservation.
According to project leader Carol Stoka, volunteers may signup for anytimes between 9 am and 4 pm. Contact Carol for details. In past years we have helped by manning the information tent, overseeing the children's craft area, escorting 'Woodsy Owl', riding shuttle busses, etc.
The event is held at the Watershed's headquarters at 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, NJ. Titus Mill Road is next to Rosedale Mills on Rt. 31.
Saturday, August 9
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Elena’s house, Ewing, NJ (Directions provided when you sign up)
Cost: Bring money for pizza
Leader: Elena Strout
Relive your youth by playing some childhood favorites – “Clue”, “Monopoly”, “Shoots & Ladders”. Learn a new game – poker, gin, or any new board game.
Friday, August 15
Time: 7pm
Location: City Streets Café, 510 Rt 130 So, East Windsor, NJ
Cost: Dinner
Leader: Carol Stoka,
Menu ranges from Mexican to Asian, including traditional American cuisine. http://www.citystreetscafe.com/about.asp
Saturday, August 16
On Saturday, August 16, 2008 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, L'OREAL will once again host this annual dog festival. The event which benefits the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, celebrates man's best friend and stresses the importance of breast health awareness. This canine festival includes a doggie fashion show, swimming pools, dog baths, a hay maze, pet adoption stations, giveaways, and many other attractions for dogs and dog lovers alike. From Terriers to Great Danes, almost every breed and size will love this day of doggie fun!
Last year, MCSV handed out "Doggie Bags" and sold raffle tickets.
Everyone will receive a T-shirt and a goodie bag of L'Oreal products.
Location: 35 Broadway Road, Cranbury, NJ
Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Project Leader: Elena Strout
Saturday, August 23
Help chaperone ENABLE kids at a Pool Party!
The Saturday Drop Off program will be having a pool party Saturday, August 23, 2008 from 10am – 1:00pm at the YWCA of Princeton, 50 Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, NJ. Volunteers are needed for this event. Please contact Marguerite at 732-297-1698 or at margueritew@verizon.net no later than August 16th.
ENABLE is a private, not-for-profit agency enabling individuals with
disabilities to live fully and independently in their communities. Enable
offers home renovations, in-home care, respite and vocational services and
group homes.
Time: 10am – 1:00pm
Location: YWCA of Princeton, 50 Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, NJ.
If you are interesting in volunteering at this event please contact Marguerite Walsh no later than August 16th at 732-297-1698 or margueritew@verizon.net.
Once again, thank you very much for all your support!
Sunday, August 24
Time: 10am, meet in the parking lot of CVS, corner of Scotch Rd & Parkway Ave, Ewing
Location: Carpool from Ewing to Pt. Pleasant, PA
Cost: TBA
Leader: Kris Schmidt
Float down the river in an inner tube and enjoy the sights of the Delaware, north of Lambertville. Bring money to buy a hot dog from the hot dog vendor. Wear your swim suit and shoes. River has a rocky bottom.
Tuesday, August 26
Have a blast helping folks play bingo!
Help residents of Mercer County Geriatric Center play bingo. Due to sight and hearing limitations, some residents need assistance to play this fun and lively game. This event generates a lot of interest, so be sure to sign up early!
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Location: Mercer County Geriatric Center, 2300 Hamilton Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08619. 609-588-5859
Project Leader: Nell Dutko
