COMMUNITY CALENDAR: April 18

Wednesdays
   Free Acoustic Open Mic Night and Poetry at Star Subs and Café in the Buckley Plaza 621 Route 130, Hamilton, will be hosted Wednesdays at 7 p.m. by American Idol contestant Bri Lobue. Audience and musicians are welcome. 609-333- 1230.
Mondays
   Free Memoir Writing Classes. All welcome. Every Monday 1:30 –4 p.m., Main floor Teen Room, Hamilton Township Public Library (closed holidays), 1 Samuel Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton. 609-581-4060 #30.
Mondays
April 21
thru May 19
   HypnoBirthing® 6:30–9 p.m. at Community Education & Outreach at the Hamilton Area YMCA John K. Rafferty Branch, 1315 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Suite 100, Conference Rooms A & B. Registration: Visit Princeton HealthCare System at www.princetonhcs.org/calendar or call 1.888.897.8979. Cost: $195 per couple. Learn deeper methods of relaxation for birthing to help eliminate the fear that causes tension and pain. Parents will learn how to prepare the mind and body for birth through self-hypnosis, comfort measures, breathing techniques and relaxation, plus how the body and baby work as one. Participants should bring an exercise mat and two pillows.
Tues., April 22
   The Friends of the Hamilton Township Library are hosting author Paul Evans Pedersen, who will discuss his book, “New Tales from Old Haunts: The Legendary Pine Barrens” at 7 p.m. n lower level meeting room of the library, 1 Justice Samuel Alito Jr. Way. Free.
Thurs., April 24
   Working Moms Support Group at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free. Bring your infant. We will discuss balancing new schedules, breast or bottle-feeding, and caring for yourself (young siblings also welcome). No registration required. Visit rwjhamilton.org/education or call 609.584.5900.
Fri., April 25
   The German American Society Bridal 2014 Extravaganza will be from 6 to 9 p.m. at Uncle Pete’s Road Hamilton. Free. RSVP: 609 585-7654 215.
Sat., April 26
   Barbara Figge Fox and Carol Meszaros of the New Jersey State Button Society will present “World’s Smallest Antique: Each Button Has a Story” at 1 p.m. at Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Ave, Hamilton. Free. To RSVP or for questions, call Patti Krzywulak-Hill, at 890-3630.
   Baby & Toddler Expo at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Browse many great vendors and educational exhibits designed to meet all of your parenting needs. Toddler room with arts, crafts and face painting. Homemade baby food demo and tasting. Healthy toddler snack tasting. Get more information or register online at rwjhamilton.org/education or call 609.584.5900.
Mon., May 5
   The Compassionate Friends, a bereavement support group for those that have lost children at any age, Mercer Chapter, will at 7 p.m. at the Capital Health System of Hamilton, 1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Hamilton. Call Linda Silverstein at 609-516-8047 or visit www.tcfmercer.org for complete details.
Fri.,May 9
   The movie “Julie &Julia” about Julia Child’s start and a blogger Julie who wants to cook like the chef she idolizes – Julia Child — will be screened at Movie Nite at Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Ave, Hamilton, at 7 p.m. Chairs are provided but you are invited to bring a chair cushion or your lawn chair.Free. To RSVP or for questions, call Patti at 890-3630or email [email protected] or Kim at [email protected]..
Sat., May 10
   The annual Spring Flea Market of the Auxiliary of Robert Wood University Hospital Hamilton will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the hospital campus, One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton. Plants, clothing, jewelry, toys, collectibles, books and more. To reserve a space, call Carol Holloway at 609.443.8760.
Sun., May 11
   A Mother’s Day Tea will be held at Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Ave, Hamilton, at 1 p.m. Conversation will include information on CharlestonTeas and the history of Mother’s Day. To RSVP or for questions, call Patti Krzywulak-Hill, at 890-3630 or email [email protected] or Kim at [email protected]. Free.
Wed., May 21
   The Nottingham Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Switlik Hall located on Joe DiMaggio Drive, Yardville. Members will participate in a plant exchange. Anyone interested in joining the club is welcome.
Wed., June 11
   The Nottingham Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. at the Switlik Hall located on Joe DiMaggio Drive, Yardville. Members will participate in a covered dish picnic and auction. Anyone interested in joining the club is welcome.
Recurring events
   Historic Kuser Farm Mansion is offering tours now through the end of October.
   Tours are Saturdays and Sundays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The last tour starts at 2:15 p.m.
   The mansion is at 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton. No registration is required. Admission is free. For more information, call 609-890-3630.
   Summer movie showings will be featured at the Hamilton Township Public Library throughout July.
   Showings will take place July 23, 30 and 31.
   The library is at 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way. For more information about the movie program, including showing start times, visit www.hamiltonnjpl.org or call 609-581-4060.
   Historic John Abbott II House tours are offered.
   Tours will be open at the house at 2200 Kuser Road on Saturdays and Sundays from noon until 5 p.m. The last tour starts at 4:15 p.m.
   Donations are accepted. For more information, email [email protected] or call 609-585-1686.