Ewing Independence Day Celebration. A great way to start off your Fourth of July weekend, come to Armstrong Park and enjoy a spectacular firework display and more. Bring your blankets and beach chairs and enjoy the night with the whole neighborhood. July 3 in late afternoon; free. Armstrong Park, Ewing. http://www.mercerspace.com

Jazz Guitarist Dick Gratton at Chambers Walk Café. This laid back jazz guitarist brings his unique style to the Chambers Walk Café. As a staple on the Central New Jersey music scene, Gratton brings an inspired mixture of colorful arrangements with recognizable melodies. Gratton plays a diverse set of music from Broadway to 60’s pop. July 3 @ 6 to 9 p.m.; Free. For more info call (609) 896-5995. Chambers Walk Café, Lawrenceville. http://www.allaboutjazz.com/dickgratton

Trenton Thunder plays New Britain Rockcats. Waterfront Park is the perfect spot to end your Independence Day. The Thunder will be playing with specially made American Flag jerseys, followed by an auction for the jerseys. After the game stay for Waterfront Park’s firework extravaganza that will excite the whole family. July 4 @ 7:05 p.m. Fireworks display fallowing game. For prices contact (609) 384-3300 or see Web site. Waterfront Park, Trenton. http://www.trentonthunder.com

No Name California Dance. Who doesn’t like to dance? If the fireworks get too much for you, come out to a night of eclectic dances thanks to Central Jersey Dance Society. Everything from the Hustle and Salsa to the Rumba and West Coast Swing will be thrown into the mix with free lessons. July 4 @ 7:15 to 11:30pm; $12, $8 students w/ ID. For more information contact (609)-945-1883. UU Congregation of Princeton, Princeton N.J. http://www.centraljerseydance.org

Star-Crossed Lovers “Romeo and Juliet” presented at Kelsey Theatre. The Kelsey Theatre Summer Series begins with the classic Shakespeare tragedy “Romeo and Juliet.” Presented by Shakespeare ’70, Mercer County’s classic repertory company, the Kelsey stage will be ignited with this famous story of the two star-crossed lovers caught between their feuding families. July 3 @ 8 p.m., July 4 and July 5 @ 2 p.m.; $14 for adults, $12 for seniors, $10 for students and children. Call Kelsey Box Office @ (609)-570-3333.Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College. http://www.kelseyatmccc.org