The residents of East Windsor probably selected this as home for its lifestyle and location. The proximity to the Princeton Junction train station, the New Jersey Turnpike and major transportation routes, make it a good location from which to commute to your place of employment.

The first Planned Urban Development (PUD) in New Jersey was built here in the early 1970's with the construction of Twin Rivers, a large development of single family, townhomes and condominiums. It was built in four sections (quads) along Route 33 on the east side of the township.

The lifestyles of many families revolve around their children's attendance at the East Windsor Regional School District which it shares with Hightstown Borough. Many will remember Randall Pinkston from the Donald Trump's "The Apprentice" show. He is a graduate of Hightstown High School. The educational policies of the school district encourage many relocating families to choose East Windsor as a destination.

The close proximity to Princeton, NJ offers many cultural activities including McCarter Theatre, in addition to the arts program at the Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County Community College located in West Windsor.

For the golfers who want to live near a course, Cranbury Golf Club and Mercer Oaks (which has two 18-hole public courses) are located within a short drive of the township.

The Police Athletic League (PAL) has facilities at the Airport Road complex with fields for soccer and baseball. Additional programs are also sponsored for indoor soccer and basketball, among others.

West Windsor is home to Mercer County Community College, located a couple of miles from East Windsor. Mercer serves over 30,000 people each year in their associate degree programs, credit and noncredit certificate programs, continuing education, corporate training, career training, youth programs, and summer camps for children. Many more come to campus for cultural activities, sporting events and the fitness center and pool. Your two years of education here can lead to furthering your education at nearby four-year institutions such as Princeton University, Rider University, The College of New Jersey and Rutgers University, as well as others.

There are several preschool facilities in or near the community.

In addition to Etra Lake Park in East Windsor, Mercer County Lake has become reknowned as a venue for regattas. Activities at the Marina include fishing tournaments, regattas including rowing races between area schools, as well as the United States Rowing Association Pre-Olympic trials.Pedal Boat and Rowboat rentals are available on Lake Mercer, throughout the summer season. Private groups can reserve boats in advance to complement their picnic outing.

There are two volunteer fire companies serving East Windsor. They provide a valuable service to this community and its volunteer members have committed themselves to serving and protecting the residents of East Windsor Township.

There are 16 houses of worship in the township or neighboring communities encompassing many faiths.

So, as you have seen, there are plenty of opportunities to become involved in this community in Central New Jersey.

Please contact us if you have specific questions.