As International Overdose Awareness Day approaches, it is crucial to acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends of those who have lost loved ones to drug overdose. Grief is real; it is raw, it is painful. But it is also an intrinsic part of the human experience, and has been for as long…
Read MoreIOAD 2024: Together for Change
#IOAD2024: International Overdose Awareness Day The Mercer Council team invites you to join us on Thursday, August 29th at Veterans Park in Hamilton, NJ for an evening of reflection and community support, at Mercer Council’s 9th Annual International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) event. Globally observed in late August, IOAD seeks to raise awareness of overdose…
Read MoreIn Celebration of Black History Month
As February comes to a close, we are grateful for the opportunities to reflect on the rich history and culture of the black community. Despite its designated month of celebration, Black History Month serves as a reminder of the importance of appreciating and celebrating the continuous impact of black culture every single day of the…
Read More45th Anniversary Event: One Week Away!
#OpenHouse45 is right around the corner! Mercer Council’s 45th Anniversary Open House & Fundraiser event is right around the corner, and you won’t want to miss it! This celebratory event will be taking place on Thursday, October 5th from 10:30am-1pm at the Mercer Council Office, located at 1931 Brunswick Avenue in Lawrence Township. Registered guests…
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