Healthy Living in Lawrence and the Mayors Wellness Campaign
This page will show you different options that are offered in Lawrence Township by many groups that are helping Lawrence live healthy. This includes the Mayors Wellness Campaign which is a statewide community health initiative that provides evidence-based tools and strategies for mayors and community leaders to help their residents achieve healthier lifestyles and to improve overall health and wellness in their communities.
To learn more about the Mayors Wellness Campaign click the link here https://www.njhcqi.org/mayors-wellness-campaign/

Lawrence Township Recreation Department

https://www.lawrencetwp.com/departments/recreation

Spring/Summer Programs are available online for registrations-https://www.lawrencetwp.com/departments/recreationStreet Hockey Program, Youth Running Club, Adult Walking Program, Youth Exercise Class, Yoga in the Park, Basketball Clinic, Safety Town, Safety Town Volunteers, Tennis Lessons, Community Gardens, Pickleball Lessons, Summer Camps-Summer Fun Camp-Nature Center Camps-CSI Camp-Art Camp-Basketball Camp, Corn hole League, Family Yoga, Mini Movers, Hula Hoop Exercise Class, Water Aerobics

Special Programs/Events
Valentines Day Walk-Take a romantic candle lit one mile walk along the lake at Colonial Lake Park - February 9
Lawrence the Leprechaun - Take a walk in the parks and help us find Lawrence the Leprechaun. If you find him a prize may be waiting for you!
Lawrence Community Gardens - The Lawrence Township Recreation Department provides 20' by 20' garden plots for the gardening enthusiast.
National Take a Walk in the Park Day -. Visit one of the beautiful Lawrence Township parks and enjoy the fresh air, views and your neighbors! Lawrence Township park information and directions are found here https://www.lawrencetwp.com/maps/parks-facilities-map
Egg Hunt at the Park -March 23
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony - May 25th
Jingle for Joy - December 16th. Visit any of Lawrence's seven selected parks to find a bell to Jingle for Joy at 6pm on Christmas Eve to spread Hope, Cheer, and Peace for All.

Lawrence Township Health Department

The Lawrence Township Health Department provides public health services to the residents of this community. Under the mandates of the Public Health Practice Standards of Performance for Local Boards of Health and the ordinances and policies of the Board of Health, the Health Department promotes and protects the public's health by the use of disease prevention activities, health promotion and education, inspections and enforcement activities. The Health Department responds quickly and effectively to the ever-changing priorities of the public health field in order to meet the needs of the community.

Check out their web page for all the healthy programs!

https://www.lawrencetwp.com/departments/health

Lawrence Township Senior Center/Office on Aging

https://www.lawrencetwp.com/departments/Office-on-Aging-Senior-Center

So many activities at the Senior Center to healthy and active!

Lawrence Township New Jersey - Activities, Calendars & Programs (lawrencetwp.com)

Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation

Start your month off right. . . Introducing First Saturday Walks at Drexel Woods and the Lawrence Nature Center

Each month, on the first Saturday, the Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation is sponsoring free walks through the meadow at the Lawrence Nature Center and Drexel Woods to see the wonders of nature, learn about the history of Lawrence Township, and enjoy the great outdoors. Each month is a different theme. Starting times vary, so visit lawrencetwpnature.com/events for details.

Lawrenceville Main Street

Lawrenceville Main Street provides many art and music festivals throughout the year. For more information and event calendar click here: https://www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com/

Lawrenceville Main Street is proud to present Sculpture in the Park. This unique installation of thirteen sculptures provided by The Artists of the Motor Exhibit at Grounds for Sculpture in Weeden Park is sure to draw art lovers from near and far. https://www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com/sculpture-in-the-park

Music in the Park 2024 promises to be the best yet! Come and enjoy the free concert series and great food from our local chefs. https://www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com/music-in-the-park

Spring Arts and Music Festival https://www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com/calendar-of-events

The Green Advisory Committee, Sustainable Lawrence, and Mercer County Sustainability Coalition
Celebrate Earth Week 2024 with a week of Earth friendly events both online and in person.

Please visit their website for more information: Greening Together 2022 | Mercer County Sustainability Coalition (mercersustainabilitycoalition.org)

Lawrence Hopewell Trail Corporation

https://lhtrail.org/

Connects people and communities and promotes development of links to wider trail networks.
Creates and leads cooperative initiatives to build and maintain the 22-mile LHT multi-use trail in Hopewell and Lawrence Townships, providing alternative transportation options and safe, equitable, and enjoyable access to the outdoors for recreation, health, and wellness.

Engages people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, and backgrounds from Mercer County and beyond in supporting the LHT and its programs to meet diverse needs and interests.

Collaborates with communities, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and governments to achieve its goals.