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NEW JERSEY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND DISASTER RESPONSE

PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU CONTACT US:

AS IT STATES BELOW IN THE DISCLAIMER – WE ARE NOT A SHELTER!

DISCLAIMER

Homeless To Independence Inc. is a 501©3 non-profit organization. We are self supporting and we do NOT receive any government grant funding what-so-ever to pay bills for anyone in any situation. We do not give away money. We do not give out loans against any money.

This ministry is supported with generous financial donations that are used to help keep us functioning. Our purpose is to help supply individuals and families with personal needs such as food, toiletries, clothing, household items, furniture and baby/adult diapers/wipes both locally and to areas affected by disasters . At this time, we do not offer any shelter or transitional housing services. Again, we DO NOT pay any bills. We DO NOT pay any rents or mortgages.

If you are actually homeless, or about to be homeless or need emergency assistance of any kind, DIAL “211” from a land-line telephone. This will not work from a cell telephone. Tell the receiver your situation and what you need. They will give you information specific for the location you are currently in plus any referrals you may need. They have the most up to the minute information for your specific area. Dialing “211” will get you help and much more info than this office can provide. Homeless to Independence wants you to have all the information you need to get through the situation you are in.

Don’t have a land-line telephone??? Go to your local police department, library, or house of worship and ask to use their land-line telephone. They may even make the call on your behalf.

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Homeless To Independence Inc. is not responsible for misprints or cancellations of events by the event holders, landlord and/or their agent, or ourselves. Homeless to Independence Inc. also reserves the right to “NOT” offer services to people and/or persons that are rude, unpleasant, and untruthful in any way shape or form, belligerent and the like.

OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. HOMELESS TO INDEPENDENCE MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS, BUT WE DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

OFFICE CONTACT INFO:

THE VERY BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME IS TO SEND ME AN EMAIL: ANN@HOMELESSTOINDEPENDENCE.ORG

OFFICE NUMBER IS: 1-908-454-1500 LISTEN TO THE RECORDING

Please note that our office does have very limited volunteer staff and if we are one telephone line we cannot answer the other line. There is simply not enough time in the day to answer and/or return each and every telephone call.

THANK YOU!!!

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DISASTER RELATED MATERIALS ARE NOW LOCATED ON OUR “NEW JERSEY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND DISASTER RESPONSE” PAGE!

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NEW JERSEY- WHERE TO DONATE FOOD

CAMDEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY\

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE

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UPCOMING BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENTS:

November 06, 2025   |   Read Online The Legend of Karaoke Man (And Upcoming Events) Not all heroes wear capes. Some do karaoke.

Good Morning! There have been scattered reports from Philadelphia to Princeton… Tales of a man in sunglasses. With two bluetooth microphones. Not all heroes wear capes. One wears an iPad necklace and an RGB speaker on a sling, bringing music and comradery to a quiet and lonely world. Little is known about this individual. It’s believed that he lets others do the talking (or singing). Here is the single blurry image we have of this alleged “Karaoke Man”. Don’t mind the gorilla in the background. I’m sure that’s nothing. Please report any sightings of this mysterious individual. Moving on to our upcoming events… Tonight is Networking Karaoke Night! (What a coincidence!) 6 to 9pm at Soundplex Studios in Pennsauken, NJ. Here is a short video with clips from the last Karaoke Night in September. Check it out! Karaoke Night Teaser Register My brilliant friend Russ Abdrakhmanov is hosting an in-depth breakfast conversation with BEACON on AI, called “AI Beyond the Hype”. I’ve attended this talk before and it is phenomenal – full of advanced, eye-opening, and useful information that a non-tech guy like me could still follow and understand. Well worth the time. 8am to 10am on Thursday, November 13th at the Bayada Global Support Center in Pennsauken, NJ. Register (use discount code “NOV13AI$10OFF”) Our fall networking bus crawl is happening on Wednesday, November 19th. The bus picks us up in Marlton, NJ. Please reach out to me if you would be interested in having your business as a stop on the bus tour. Register I’m hosting a Friendsgiving in Moorestown, NJ on Saturday, November 15th! You’re invited! Register Our real estate investors private chef dinner will be on Tuesday, December 2nd! Sponsored by Renovo Financial. Register The NJx Venture Summit, our semi-annual New Jersey Startup Conference, is all day on Wednesday, December 3rd in Skillman, NJ. Use the code COGENTXMAS30 for 30% off your ticket! Register (Use discount code “COGENTXMAS30”) Our annual holiday party on Thursday, December 4th in Lambertville, NJ. You have to try our infamous “Sorbet in the Sauna” station! This is one of our most iconic gatherings of the year. (November Early Bird Tickets end on the15th!) Register Finally, we’ve just launched our next general executive social dinner, happening on January 6th! Register Our last dinner was this Tuesday! It was awesome. Thank you Cheryl for this photo! Have a Terrific Thursday! Chris

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR CHERRY HILL, CAMDEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY 

Empower your mind and future at our Aging Wisely event on Monday, December 8, from 3:00–4:30 p.m. This informative presentation offers valuable guidance for seniors and caregivers. For more information or to register, click the button below. AGING WISELY

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR TRENTON, MERCER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY 

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 What’s Happening in Trenton? 30+ Events in This Issue of EventSource Looking for something to do? There is a lot happening around Trenton, and many events are free. As we head into the holidays, we also hope you keep our local businesses in mind. For some businesses, especially in retail, this is a make-or-break time of the year. Help them make it! Shop local this holiday season. Become a member of one of our arts organizations. Have a bite to eat at one of our wonderful restaurants. We are excited to share that many new businesses are about to open in downtown Trenton. Stay cnonnected to TDA for business updates and happenings. And have a Happy Thanksgiving! Hosting an event you’d like us to share? Send it along! Submit your event by clicking on the link below. SUBMIT EVENT Trenton2Nite Friday, November 14, 5 to 8 PM Hub 13 This multi-venue celebration, happening the second Friday of the month, invites attendees to eat, drink, shop, catch live music with Mel T and Joel Smith, view art, and experience the renewed energy of Trenton’s walkable downtown district. Features open mic, free music, art shows, happy hours, and more! Dutchman and The Slave October 31 – November 16 Passage Theatre at the Mill Hill Playhouse Passage Theatre’s bold reimagining of “Dutchman and The Slave”—now officially Barrymore Recommended—recounts the journey of one man and one woman through seduction, rupture, and revolution. What begins as a charged flirtation between strangers on a train unfolds, years later, into a reckoning between former lovers divided by war, race, and history itself. GET TICKETS MEL at 90: The Revival of Realism October 23 – January 5 Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie 299 Parkside Avenue Mel Leipzig was a mentor, teacher, catalyst and keystone in the greater Trenton arts community for many decades. The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie is leading a series of exhibitions that celebrate Mel Leipzig’s life. “The Revival of Realism,” curated by Joan Perkes, features works by Mel Leipzig, Lois Dodd, Alan Bennett, Linda Pochesi, Laura Tryon Jennings and others. SEE MORE THURSDAY, NOV 6, 5 PM Poetry Workshop + Poetry Slam PRESENTED BY: Trenton Free Public Library LOCATION: 120 Academy Street Learn all about acrostic poems and write one out of your name. Afterwards share it with the group! We snap instead of clap. SEE MORE FRIDAY, NOV 7, 6 to 8 PM Breaking the Frame Opening Reception PRESENTED BY: Artworks Trenton LOCATION: 19 Everett Alley Breaking the Frame is a month-long exhibition presented by the Trenton Community A-Team (TCAT) in celebration of their 25th anniversary. Running from October 28 through November 26, 2025, this powerful showcase features the creativity and resilience of Trenton’s self-taught artists, inviting audiences to look beyond stereotypes and into the lives and talents of the city’s vibrant creative community. SEE MORE FRIDAY, NOV 7, 6 to 8 PM Depths of My Sole–Solo Opening PRESENTED BY: ArtWorks LOCATION: 19 Everett Alley Step into Depths of My Sole, a striking solo exhibition by Trenton artist FlyKickz, taking over the main gallery at Artworks Trenton. This vibrant collection features more than twenty-five new works crafted entirely from upcycled sneakers, transforming everyday materials into intricate and powerful works of art. SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 8, 9:30 to 10:15 AM Small Explorers – Harvest Celebrations PRESENTED BY: New Jersey State Museum LOCATION: 205 W State Street Small Explorers Learning Together is the Museum’s program for children ages 1 – 5 and their caregivers. For Native American Heritage Month, explore Lenape harvest traditions and community celebrations. SEE MORE | REGISTER Additional November dates: Nov 15, 22, 29 SATURDAY, NOV 8, 3 PM Freedom Winter Skate Program PRESENTED BY: Freedom Skate LOCATION: 675 S Clinton Avenue The Trenton Winter Skate Program is a weekly event series that takes place on Saturdays during the winter. It includes open skate sessions, board giveaways for at-risk youth, live music performances, women and queer skate meet-ups, and other positive community events. SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 8, 7:30 PM Get on Down: Reflections PRESENTED BY: Trenton Circus Squad LOCATION: 675 Clinton Avenue For a decade, Trenton Circus Squad has been building community and developing talent, inspiring youth to take big leaps and delighting audiences in Trenton and beyond. The “Get on Down: Reflections fundraiser features an unforgettable night of circus, celebration and reflection. SEE MORE | TICKETS WEDNESDAY, NOV 12, 10 AM to 12 PM Movie Mornings –“You’ve Got Mail” PRESENTED BY: Trenton Free Public Library LOCATION: 120 Academy Street Strangers Joe Fox and Kathleen Kelly live and work near each other on New York’s Upper West Side. After meeting anonymously in an Internet chat room, they find themselves confiding their innermost secrets–everything except their identities.  SEE MORE THURSDAY, NOV 13, 3 PM Teen Art Hour PRESENTED BY: New Jersey State Museum LOCATION: 205 W State Street This is an after-school art-making program for teens, ages 14 and up, that will run the 2nd Thursday every monthly through June. SEE MORE THURSDAY, NOV 13, 5 PM Make Your Own Pet Rock (Ages 6-12) PRESENTED BY: Trenton Free Public Library LOCATION: 120 Academy Street Pet rocks make great pets! The Children’s Room has everything needed to create and bring home a pet rock. SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 15, 3 PM Small Explorers – Rock Your Mocs PRESENTED BY: ArtWorks LOCATION: 19 Everett Alley Join the New Jersey State Museum in the Discovery Den to hear a story and make a craft to take home. Story Time is for children ages 2-8 and their caregivers. This month we’re reading “Rock Your Mocs” by Laurel Goodluck.  SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 15, 4:15 PM Science Under the Stars The Big … What? PRESENTED BY: New Jersey State Museum LOCATION: 205 W State Street A century of physics has placed a singular moment of the creation of the universe—the “big bang”—squarely in the public eye as a fact about our world. How well does this hold up? Joshua Shterenberg of Princeton University will lead this conversation. SEE MORE SUNDAY, NOV 16, 3 PM Glorious Sound of Brass PRESENTED BY: Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey LOCATION: St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 335 Adeline Street Enjoy an afternoon of brilliant brass music in the stunning acoustics of St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church. Whether you’re a brass enthusiast or simply love great live music, this concert is sure to uplift and entertain! SEE MORE | TICKETS TUESDAY, NOV 18, 6 PM Elmo and Friends Say Hello PRESENTED BY: CURE Insurance Arena LOCATION: 81 Hamilton Avenue At Elmo and Friends Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide & seek. So put on your dancing shoes and make your way to where the air is sweet for this all-new celebration on Sesame Street! SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 22, 6 to 9 PM 20th Stop the Wrecking Ball PRESENTED BY: Trenton Historical Society LOCATION: The Historic Bishop’s House on Greenwood Avenue Join the Preservation Committee of the Trenton Historical Society to celebrate Trenton history and support Restore Trenton! grants at an elegant evening in a historic space. SEE MORE SATURDAY, NOV 22, 7 PM FreeStyle Forever PRESENTED BY: Cooper’s Live LOCATION: 50 Riverview Plaza A night of fun, dancing and nostalgia featuring FreeStyle Forever Band at Cooper’s Riverview! Tickets for general admission, reserved seating and VIP reserved seating. You can pay at the door. For the best seats, buy online. TICKETS MONDAY, NOV 24, 3:30 PM Candle Making PRESENTED BY: Trenton Free Public Library LOCATION: 120 Academy Street Learn how to make festive and colorful rolled candles using sheets of beeswax, no melting required! Perfect for use as decoration or as part of a table centerpiece. SEE MORE SUNDAY, NOV 30, 1 PM Jersey Jam: Princeton Tigers vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks PRESENTED BY: CURE Arena LOCATION: CURE Arena Tickets are now on sale. SEE MORE FRIDAY, DEC 5, 4:30 to 8 PM Christmas Tree Lighting PRESENTED BY: City of Trenton LOCATION: City Hall The ceremony features musical performances, Santa Claus, and refreshments. The Christmas Tree Lighting is a decades-old tradition, and our participation serves to link our rich past, present, and bright future. SEE MORE SATURDAY, DEC 6, 4:15 PM Winter Meteor Shower Talk PRESENTED BY: New Jersey State Museum LOCATION: 205 W State Street Trying to catch a shooting star? Come to the Planetarium for a free talk with Michael Pedowitz, State Museum Planetarium Technician, and learn about the Geminid and Quadrantid meteor showers, including when, where, and how to look for them. SEE MORE SATURDAY, DEC 13, 4 PM Scuttled by Revolution: Vandalia and the Grand Ohio Company PRESENTED BY: William Trent House LOCATION: 15 Market Street A talk by Jason Cherry. More details to follow. SEE MORE SATURDAY, DEC 20, 4:15 PM Science Under the Stars: An Astronomer’s View on Climate – Milankovitch Cycles PRESENTED BY: New Jersey State Museum LOCATION: 205 W State Street Come to the Planetarium for a free talk with Dr. Jacob Hamer, Museum Assistant Curator of Planetarium Education. Learn how astronomy and climate science are intimately connected, and how New Jersey rocks have something to say about these cycles! SEE MORE SATURDAY, DEC 20, 5 PM Heritage Trees Lighting Reception PRESENTED BY: Trent House LOCATION: 15 Market Street Each year the Trent House invites community groups to decorate a tree with symbols of their history and mission. SEE MORE SATURDAY, DEC 27, 2 PM Hogmanay Scottish Celebration of the New Year PRESENTED BY: William Trent House LOCATION: 15 Market Street Hogmanay is the traditional celebration of the new year in Scotland, and the William Trent House Museum commemorates Trent’s Scottish heritage with a Hogmanay program.   SEE MORE FEB 13 – 15, 2026 Hot Wheels Monster Trucks LIVE ‘Glow-N-Fire’ PRESENTED BY: CURE Arena LOCATION: CURE Arena Watch your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to life. Don’t miss this high-energy show filled with thrilling action for the whole family! SEE MORE SUNDAY, FEB 22, 3 PM Postcards from Italy – String Sextet PRESENTED BY: Capital Philharmonic of NJ LOCATION: Masonic Temple, Barrack Street Pack your musical bags and take a journey through sun-soaked landscapes and centuries of Italian inspiration. SEE MORE SATURDAY, FEB 28, 2 PM The Harlem Globetrotters 100-Year Tour PRESENTED BY: CURE Arena LOCATION: CURE Arena This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years of Heart-Pounding Thrills!    SEE MORE SATURDAY, MAR 7, 12 PM Brew Fest PRESENTED BY: CURE Arena LOCATION: CURE Arena Grab your steins and rally your crew — The 3rd Annual Red, White & Brew Fest is coming, with over 50 craft beers, wines and spirits to sample from some of the best local and regional makers. SEE MORE MARCH 12 – 15, TIME TBD Disney on Ice PRESENTED BY: CURE Arena LOCATION: CURE Arena Tickets are now on sale. SEE MORE

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UPCOMING NEW JERSEY BUSINESS MIXER

Posted as a public service for small businesses’ – we thrive together!

Thank you for supporting Homeless To Independence Inc. and the people we serve!

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ADDICTIONS RESOURCES

PODCASTS, CLASSES, CONFERENCES, ETC.

Mercer County Community College offers a podcast for employment tips in the area. Career exploration and soft skills needed for success in today’s job market. Improve your resume, develop a plan, utilize social media, market yourself, hone your interviewing skills, become a better communicator and pinpoint your areas of improvement. Click here to listen!

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HAPPENING IN CAMDEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY 

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IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY IN SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY ON MONDAYS

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PLEASE REACH OUT TO Ken Corson below for more information!

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THROUGHOUT NEW JERSEY!
Project Medicine Drop
Drop Box Locations

The effort to stop the abuse and diversion of prescription drugs begins at home – and must include the opportunity for New Jersey consumers to dispose of their unused medications safely and securely at any time throughout the year.

With New Jersey’s Project Medicine Drop (NJPMD), we are placing secured drop boxes in the headquarters of local police departments. Consumers from anywhere in New Jersey can visit the boxes seven days a week, to drop off unneeded and expired medications – and keep them away from those at risk of abusing them.

The drop boxes accept solid pharmaceuticals such as pills, capsules, patches, inhalers, and pet medications. They cannot accept syringes or liquids.

For the hours of availability and other information, contact the police departments or call the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at (800) 242-5846.

http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/meddrop/Pages/locations.aspx

POSTED 03-27-17
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MERCER COUNTY, NJ

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We have just received this:

Good afternoon all-

Governor Christie wanted to express his appreciation for all that you and the members of your organization do in our communities. I have attached a note from him recognizing your efforts. Please feel free to pass it along to your membership and anyone who deserves recognition as a volunteer.

Thank you and best wishes for continued success.

Thank You Note from Governor Christie

May 7th 2013

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NERRC is one of six Regional Resource Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Center provides special education technical assistance to help state education agencies improve their systems of early intervention, special education and transition services for children with disabilities. Find more resources
for parents and educators in your state.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/new_jersey/education

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Provides information, education, support and advocacy for families and professionals.
Serves all New Jersey residents with autism, including pre-school age children, youth ages 3-21, young adults
ages 14-21 and adults.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/new_jersey/education

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“TO LOVE ANOTHER PERSON IS TO HAVE COMPASSION FOR THEIR CURRENT SITUATION
AND TO HELP THEM REGARDLESS”

Ann Martin-Frey

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WE LEAVE NO STONE UNTURNED WHEN IT COMES TO HELPING OTHERS!!