Capitol County Children's Collaborative

10/02/2026

The time has come once again for us to celebrate our annual Lead Awareness Day & Community BBQ
This year's event will be held on Saturday, Oct 17th, at George Page Park (aka Hetzel Park), from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. During the event, we will have lead screening done by Trenton’s Department of Health. Live musical performance by The Capital Region Choir and The Smooth Steppers Drill Team. Food provided by Amanda’s Latin Cuisine and Rachel's Smoothies. If that doesn't tickle your fancy, sign up for Bingo with Carrie Garcis from The Garcis Group LLC and win free prizes (must be 18 & over to play). For the children's enjoyment, we have Bouncy Houses by Lavall's and a T-Rex truck by Isles. Make sure to visit all the tables for resources from the Dept. of Health, Trenton Health Team, Isles, Green & Healthy Homes, Lead FreeNJ, and so many more. Event hosted by the East Trenton Collaborative in order to get the Lead Out of Trenton!

10/02/2026

🔬 Student registration is now open for the 2026 STEM Conference!

Explore STEM, discover new interests, and learn about future education and career possibilities! Students will participate in three interactive workshops and a STEM career panel, with opportunities to connect with STEM professionals and learn about different pathways for the future.

📅 Thursday, November 5
⏰ 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
📍 1040 Spruce St., Lawrence, NJ 08648
🎓 Open to students in grades 4–9
🍳 Breakfast and lunch included

Register today: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026stemconference/

10/02/2026

🎈 Bring the kids to Lawrence Township Community Day!
We’ll have plenty of FREE activities including a game truck, outdoor gaming stations, face painting, multiple inflatables, Public Works wagon rides, Hula Hoop with Angela and the Lizard Guy at 3 PM!
Plus, enjoy live music, food trucks, the b**r garden, craft and business vendors, Psychic Trish, and the Business & Economic Growth Committee Awards at 3 PM.
📍 Village Park
📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 1–5 PM

10/02/2026

10/02/2026

More than 43,000 New Jersey residents have lost since last July.

If your family has been impacted, please complete a School Meals & Summer EBT Application so your child doesn't lose access to free breakfast and lunch in school. Eligible households can also qualify for Summer EBT benefits in 2027.

🍎 Contact your child’s school to apply.

10/02/2026

🩺 FREE Community Health Clinic

Join us on Tuesday, October 6, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Capitol County Children's Collaborative, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 500, Hamilton, NJ for a free community health clinic offering important health and wellness services.
What's Being Offered? ✅ Flu vaccines
✅ COVID-19 vaccines
✅ Additional vaccines provided by CVS
✅ Vision screenings
✅ Blood pressure monitoring
✅ Refreshments available for attendees\
What to Bring ✔️ Insurance card (vaccines are free with insurance)
✔️ Photo ID
✔️ Pre-registration is available for vaccines
Take a step toward a healthier season and stop by for these valuable services in a welcoming community setting!

09/30/2026

On Friday, October 2, our FEED NJ team will be giving away FREE, fresh, nutritious food at our Princeton Integrated Health Services office at 1 Monument Drive in Princeton from 9 am to noon. The FEED NJ team visits on the first Friday of every month.

For more information about the program or to register to receive food, visit: https://www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org/feed_nj/

09/30/2026