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The Progressive Center for Independent Living, Inc., (PCIL), founded by individuals with disabilities and family of people with disabilities, is a private not-for-profit community-based organization dedicated to the mission of providing programs and services to people with disabilities and advocating for the rights of people with disabilities since 1996. Through promotion of choice, self-direction, and inclusion, PCIL partners with people with disabilities and their families to achieve and maintain independent lifestyles and to ensure the same freedoms and civil liberties as everyone else.

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Upcoming Events

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Fri, Nov 14
Painting Workshop
Pennington AG Church
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Nov 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pennington AG Church, 87 NJ-31, Pennington, NJ 08534, USA
The Progressive Center for Independent Living and the Community Connections Program invite you to join us for an engaging evening of creativity and connection as we paint outlined canvases together.
Tue, Nov 18
Every Picture Tells a Story - LTDL Peer Support Group
PCIL Mercer Office
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Nov 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, 3635 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA
Every picture tells a story — what’s yours? Join our next Peer Group and bring a photo that means something to you. Whether it’s a special memory, a favorite place, or a moment that shaped you, let’s share the stories behind the pictures that make us who we are.
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Wed, Nov 19
Color Me Mine Workshop - R.E.C.C.
PCIL Hunterdon Office
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Nov 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
PCIL Hunterdon Office, 1220 NJ-31, Lebanon, NJ 08833, USA
Join us for a festive ceramic ornament painting activity — your masterpiece will be fired in the kiln and returned just in time for the holidays. Light snacks will be provided!
Tue, Dec 02
Gratitude Mixer - LTDL Peer Support Group
PCIL Mercer Office
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Dec 02, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, 3635 Quakerbridge Rd suite 40, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA
Join us for our Gratitude Mixer as we take time to reflect on the thoughtful messages shared on our Gratitude Tree. Together, we’ll review the leaves, celebrate what we’re thankful for, and connect over the positive moments that remind us of the power of appreciation.
Fri, Dec 05
Holiday Bingo Night
Pennington AG Church
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Dec 05, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Pennington AG Church, 87 NJ-31, Pennington, NJ 08534, USA
Get into the holiday spirit with The Progressive Center for Independent Living and the Community Connections Program at our Holiday BINGO Night, featuring a lively Karaoke intermission!
Tue, Dec 09
What’s On Your Mind? - LTDL Peer Support Group
PCIL Mercer Office
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Dec 09, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, 3635 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA
An open peer group session for conversation, connection, and sharing whatever is on your heart or mind.
Fri, Dec 12
A Musical Adaption of a Christmas Carol - R.E.C.C.
Music Mountain Theater
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Dec 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:15 PM
Music Mountain Theater, 1483 NJ-179, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
Join our RECC program for a heartwarming performance of A Christmas Carol — the timeless holiday tale brought to life through music and song! Celebrate the season with this inspiring story of kindness, transformation, and the true spirit of giving.
Tue, Dec 16
Holiday Haiku - LTDL Peer Support Group
PCIL Mercer Office
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Dec 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, 3635 Quakerbridge Rd suite 40, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA
Get creative and festive as we write holiday-themed haiku poems together. A fun and thoughtful way to celebrate the season through poetry!