June 19, 2026

1. East Windsor Holds “Movie in the Park” on FRIDAY, June 26 at 6 P.M. at Etra Lake Park, Featuring a large screen showing of the movie "Hoppers" preceded by music, dancing and face-painting. The movie is about an animal-loving college student Mabel, who transfers her mind into a lifelike robotic beaver to communicate with animals and save their habitat from human destruction, inadvertently sparking an uprising in the process. In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 P.M. the day of the event.
2. East Windsor Independence Day Celebration Will Be Held on Friday, July 3 (rain date Saturday, July 11) at Etra Lake Park. Free entertainment begins at 6 P.M. with Jerry Rife's Rhythm Kings Dixieland Jazz Band, a 6 piece band from the Delaware Valley area best known for its traditional jazz sound, followed at 7:45 P.M. by the Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One, a 6 piece ensemble from Central Jersey performing "Americana" and a variety of popular melodies. The spectacular Fireworks Display will commence immediately following the musical presentations, at approximately 9:30 P.M. Bring your blankets and chairs, and use the barbecue grills for a night of free fun at beautiful Etra Lake Park. There will also be vendors present selling refreshments. This free event is made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses.
   
   
3. Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program Funded by $12,200 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Continues on Friday, June 26 at from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Kids Kottage (659 Abbington Drive). The Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and will receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. East Windsor is holding a series of child safety seat inspection sessions over the 2026 spring and summer. For a full list of dates (CLICK HERE).
4. East Windsor Officials Will Be Hosting "National Night Out" on Tuesday, August 4, from 5:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at the East Windsor P.A.L. Complex (30 Airport Road). This annual fun educational Township event, sponsored by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members in conjunction with Chief of Police Jason Hart, features crime watch information, displays of emergency services equipment, canine drug detection demonstrations, booths and displays by area groups and businesses with information and giveaways supporting the National Night Out theme, DJ provided music and refreshments. Youth games and activities will feature jumping/climbing inflatables, climbing obstacle course, face painting and air brush tattoos. Area community groups and businesses who wish to support, participate or host a booth can contact Sergeant Paul Wille at (609) 448-5678, ext. 250, or wille@ewpd.com.
5. East Windsor Recreation Department Summer Camp Registration Remains Open. Recreation day camp is available for students entering grades Kindergarten through 9. The Explorer camp is designed for campers entering grades Kindergarten and 1, the Adventure camp is designed for campers entering grades 2 through 6, and the 2026 Travel camps are offered for campers entering grades 5 through 9. Camp Care for before and after care of campers is also available for an additional fee. Online registration and payment is available (CLICK HERE). Program information is available at the Township municipal building and online (CLICK HERE). For additional information call (609) 443-4000, ext. 414.