Tree of the Month - American Yellowwood

Yellowwood is a medium to large-sized native tree, with smooth bark, large hanging clusters of fragrant white flowers, and yellow fall color. A yellowwood tree is an excellent shade tree for a small- to medium-sized landscape.

Rabid Raccoon Found Near Library Place in Princeton

Princeton Animal Control was alerted to a sick raccoon in the area of Library & Westcott on July 27, 2021. The raccoon was captured and taken for testing which resulted in a positive test for rabies.

Volunteer to Help at the East Coast Greenway Alliance Ride

The New York to Philadelphia Greenway Ride is looking for some friendly and helpful Princeton area individuals to volunteer with them at the YMCA Princeton, the overnight location for this year’s ride. Riders will arrive in Princeton and head to...

Princeton COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Update-July 19, 2021

Vaccination Status of Princeton Residents

As of 7/19/2021*

• All ages (12 and over): 76%
• 18 and over: 75%
• 65 and over: 94%

*Data available on the NJCOVID Dashboard

Upcoming "Walk-In" COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

• July 29, 2021 at Mt. Pisga...

Spotted Lantern Fly

The adult lantern flies have now emerged on the ailanthus tree. If these trees are growing in the municipal right of way, we will remove the trees and dispose of the debris. The stump is treated to prevent it from growing back. Unfortunately, these lanter...

Free Public Transit Returns!

We are excited to announce we will be launching a new free public transit system next month. The new system will run a continuous 30-minute loop, Monday-Friday, in the morning and afternoon. In the upcoming months, we will be gathering feedback data to de...

Princeton Environmental Commission Open Space Survey

Tremendous efforts and resources have been spent on preserving lands across the municipality to provide open space, recreation, and/or other benefits to the residents of Princeton. This survey is to evaluate your preferences over different criteria used t...

3rd Quarter Estimated Tax Bills Are Being Sent Out Now

2021 Third quarter estimated tax bills have been sent out and are due August 1, 2021, with a 10 day grace period. If payment is received after August 10th, the interest calculates from the due date of August 1, 2021.

Princeton Human Services seeks donors for the 12th Annual Backpack and School Supplies Drive

 The Princeton Human Services Department is seeking donors for its 12th Annual Backpack and School Supplies Drive. The drive benefits Princeton children who are low-income and in need of school supplies and new backpacks.

For the past eleven years...

Summer Programs & Activities Week 3 KICK OFF!

Boys Youth Basketball Clinics: 7/12-7/14, 9am-12pm @ CP Courts (7/15-7/16) are for rain dates

Youth Dance Program: 7/12-7/15, 9am-12pm @ CP Pavilion (7/16) is for rain dates

US Sports Institute: Flag Football Program: 7/12-7/16, 9am-12pm @ CP Fields&nbs...

MCIA 2021 Document Shredding Events

MCIA 2021 Document Shredding Event dates.

MCIA Household Hazardous Waste Collection & Electronics Recycling Events

Mercer County Household Hazardous Waste Collection & Electronics Recycling Events Dates.

Register for our Youth Sports Programs!

We still have spots open for our Youth Sports Programs & Activities! Programs are available to grades 1-12. Track & Field, Basketball Clinics, USSI Sports, and more!

Daily Admission Card (DAC) Pick Up!

The Princeton Recreation Department office is open Monday – Friday, from 9am – 5pm. Individuals may come during those times to pick up their Daily Admission Card (DAC) after they have registered for the 2021 DAC in CommunityPass.&n...

Involvement in State Affairs

 Princeton Recreation Dept. staffers hold key positions across in statewide affairs regarding parks, recreation & aquatics. Program Supervisor Nicole Paulucci sits on the Board of the New Jersey Commission on Recreation for Individuals with D...

Princeton Recreation in the News!

Princeton Recreation Thanks the Community!

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