Intergenerational Connections Create Lasting Legacies Across Mercer
Princeton Perspectives, Issue #73, March 17, 2026
Editor’s Note
There is so much to be taught, learned, sustained, treasured, remembered and maintained as life moves from one generation to the next. In a county as old as ours, there are centuries of information, valuables, and lessons that could be passed along. That is why we’ve dedicated the March issue of Princeton Perspectives to this topic: Intergenerational Connections Create Lasting Legacies Across Mercer.
We start by sharing the stories of locals. We asked them who is someone of a different generation that has left a lasting impact on their lives. Watch this month’s Pulse of Princeton to feel how powerful these connections can be.
There are many ways that people of different ages can be involved in each other’s lives. In the article When Generations Come Together, Both Young and Old Find Benefits we highlight a couple of local programs that enable volunteers to impact others, and gain as much, if not more, for themselves as well.
In This Issue
- The Pulse of Princeton – Who is someone of a different generation that has left a lasting impact on you?
- When Generations Come Together, Both Young and Old Find Benefits
- Princeton Opens a Rare Window into Life Surrounding the Revolution
- Holding onto the Past, Local Farms Look to the Future
- Legacy Giving Keeps Communities Strong for the Next Generation
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The Pulse of Princeton – Who is someone of a different generation that has left a lasting impact on you?
- When Generations Come Together, Both Young and Old Find Benefits - Global Intergenerational Week falls at the end of April this year (24th-30th), a time to celebrate the value and power of relationships when people of different ages intentionally engage in activities together.… Read more...
- Princeton Opens a Rare Window into Life Surrounding the Revolution - In the years before the American Revolution, Nassau Hall stood as a beacon of learning and quiet collegiate life. One student noted in 1769 that “the students live in perfect peace, &… Read more...
- Holding onto the Past, Local Farms Look to the Future - Mercer County has made it a priority to preserve farmland. To date, more than 8,900 acres have been preserved countywide. There’s over 30,000 more acres preserved as park/conservation land. Included in these… Read more...
- Legacy Giving Keeps Communities Strong for the Next Generation - In Mercer County, “legacy” isn’t an abstract idea. It’s the neighbor who coached your kid’s team. It’s the teacher who changed your trajectory. It’s the park you walk, the library you use,… Read more...
Perspectives Revisited
High energy bills continue to impact NJ residents, but there is hope on the horizon. In February we detailed the Executive Orders Gov. Sherrill signed on her first day in office in the article Utility Rates Skyrocketed Last Summer. Can Governor Sherrill Finally Provide Help? Last week she took another step when she signed legislation to launch a Nuclear Task Force. To pave way for the potential for nuclear power, Sherrill also removed a permitting hurdle that has kept construction and operation of nuclear power facilities at bay for 40 years. The hope is nuclear and other additional forms of energy supply can help to permanently bring utility costs down.
There are so many ways to take in the history of our area. Several years ago, in the article Princeton Made its Mark in the Revolutionary War (July 2021), we wrote about the obelisks and monuments that detail locations where the Revolutionary march to Princeton took place. In honor of the 250th anniversary of America, TenCrucialDays.org is reminding you it is feasible to track these obelisks that were placed in 1914 by the Sons of the Revolution. There are even photos and a map to guide you along the 18-mile route the troops took to the Princeton Battlefield from Trenton.