June 11, 2026 – Fireworks, Senior Prom, Juneteenth Celebration & Township Updates

📣 Township AnnouncementsMunicipal Mailing Address Update Lawrence Township is discontinuing PO Box 6006 as a mailing address. Update all correspondence and scheduled payments to:Township of Lawrence 2207 Lawrenceville Road Lawrence Township, NJ 08648Municipal Offices Closed – Juneteenth All Lawrence Township municipal offices will be closed Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.I-295 Ramp Closure I-295 southbound Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound is closed and detoured through August for a noise barrier installation project. The right lane on I-295 southbound just before Exit 69B is also closed for construction barrier installation.🗓️ Upcoming Meetings & EventsEventDateTimeLocationMaster Plan Public Meeting | Thursday, June 11 | 7:00 PM | Lawrence Senior Center, 30 E. Darrah LaneDE&I Committee (rescheduled from 6/18) | Thursday, June 11 | 6:30 PM | Check township websitePlanning Board Meeting | Monday, June 15 | 7:00 PM | CANCELLEDTownship Council Meeting | Tuesday, June 16 | 6:00 PM | Check township websiteZoning Board Meeting | Wednesday, June 17 | 7:00 PM | Check township website3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration | Thursday, June 18 | 10:00–11:30 AM | Lawrence Township Municipal BuildingLawrence Senior Citizen Prom | Thursday, June 18 | 5:00–8:00 PM | Lawrence Senior Center, 30 E. Darrah LaneLawrence Township Fireworks | Wednesday, July 1 (rain date July 2) | 6:00 PM start / 9:30 PM fireworks | Rider UniversityMeeting schedules are subject to change. Check the township website for cancellations. For locations and agendas, contact the Municipal Clerk at (609) 844-7001.🎆 Lawrence Township Fireworks – July 1stCelebrate America's 250th anniversary with a full night of food, music, and fireworks at Rider University. Gates open at 6:00 PM; fireworks at 9:30 PM.Entertainment includes:Jake's Rockin Country Band (live country music)Ben Franklin special appearance, 7:00–9:00 PM (sponsored by the Lawrence Historical Society)Bubble Guy, 7:00–8:00 PMCub Scouts Pack 206 kids coloring tableFood trucksGlow sticks for sale to support the Fireworks Fund🎉 3rd Annual Juneteenth CelebrationOrganized by the Lawrence Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Light refreshments will be served.Thursday, June 18 | 10:00–11:30 AM | Lawrence Township Municipal Building📧 Event contact: [email protected] (Paige Johnson, Committee Chair)💃 Lawrence Senior Citizen PromTheme: Masquerade | Attire: Semi-Formal | Music: DJ Dennis RodgersOpen to Lawrence residents age 60+. Presented in partnership by the Lawrence Township Senior Center and Lawrence High School Interact Club.Thursday, June 18 | 5:00–8:00 PM | Lawrence Senior Center, 30 East Darrah Lane 📞 (609) 844-7048🏃 Recreation DepartmentSpring & Summer Programs A variety of programs for youth and adults, with details updated weekly. 📞 (609) 844-7067 | Follow on FacebookHula Hoop Fitness with Angela – Summer Session I Tuesdays at Lawrence Veterans Park | June 23 – August 4 (no class June 30) | Drop-in classes now availableLevelTimeLevel 1 – Beginner | 5:00–6:00 PMLevel 2 – Intermediate | 6:15–7:15 PMRegister via CommunityPass or call (609) 844-7064.🐾 Dog Licensing ReminderAnimal Control is contacting 500+ dog owners with delinquent licenses. Summonses may be issued beginning June 2026.Late fee: $9.00Rabies vaccination must be valid through November 2026Questions? Contact the Township Clerk's Office🏥 Health & Community ResourcesFree COVID-19 Test Kits Available at the Lawrence Township Health Department while supplies last, provided by Mercer County. 📞 (609) 844-7089Connecting for Care Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Coordinator Elwood Dasher met with Community Care Coordinator Nicholas Henry of Sunrise Detox to strengthen community partnerships. Sunrise Detox offers detoxification and inpatient treatment programs using personalized medical protocols.Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance Program Financial assistance for homeowners with COVID-19-related hardship who are unable to remain current on mortgage payments. Eligibility requires owner-occupancy of a 1–4 unit primary residence, pandemic-related financial hardship, meeting household income limits, and having been current on mortgage and property taxes as of January 2020. 🌐 njhousing.gov | 📞 1-800-647-7550Mercer County Cooling Centers An updated list of cooling centers is maintained by Mercer County during heat waves. Check the county website for locations near you.Medi-Cool Program Air conditioning units available for eligible Mercer County low-income seniors and adults with disabilities. Funded by the Mercer County Department of Human Services Office on Aging; administered by Rise, A Community Service Partnership. 📞 (609) 443-4464Mercer County Community College – Fall 2026 Registration Registration is now open for Fall Semester 2026.Mercer 250 County Executive Benson launched the Mercer 250 website, a guide to Mercer County's role in the American Revolution and upcoming 250th anniversary events and historical sites.Mercer County Food Finder Connects residents with 100+ food pantries, youth meals, and grab-and-go options in the area.Mercer County Library System Community events at the Lawrence Branch and beyond. Check the event calendar online.NJ Disability Information Hub A new state resource offering information on programs, services, and support for people with disabilities, families, and caregivers.NJ is Here to Help – 988 Crisis Line Experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis? Call or text 988 to reach trained crisis counselors.🙋 Volunteer OpportunitiesLooking to give back? Opportunities are available with:Lawrence Historical SocietyMeals on WheelsLawrence Township Community Foundation📞 Key ContactsDepartment / ProgramPhoneLawrence Senior Center | (609) 844-7048Recreation Department | (609) 844-7067Hula Hoop Fitness Registration | (609) 844-7064Health Department | (609) 844-7089Municipal Clerk | (609) 844-7001Medi-Cool Program (Rise) | (609) 443-4464ERMA Mortgage Assistance | 1-800-647-7550Mental Health / Substance Use Crisis | 988