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Cranbury School chief gets new five-year deal

By Philip Sean Curran Staff Writer

Cranbury Chief School Administrator and Principal Susan L. Genco received a new contract that keeps her running the district through June 2022.

The five-year-deal, approved by the Board of Education Nov. 14, is retroactive to July, school business administrator Nicole Petrone said Tuesday. Genco’s salary for the current school year will be $147,794, but she can earn merit pay to increase her total compensation. The amount of that bonus was not im-

mediately available.

“I am looking forward to working collaboratively with all members of the Cranbury community to achieve the goals and objectives established in our fiveyear-strategic plan,” Genco said by email Tuesday. “I am grateful for this continued opportunity.”

School board members gave high marks to the woman hired in 2011 to lead the school.

“She’s a strong educator, she’s a strong leader,” said board member Evelyn Spann by phone Tuesday.

During Genco’s tenure, Cranbury was recognized as a Blue

Ribbon School by the federal government, last year.

“The students of Cranbury School have benefited with Dr. Genco at the helm and will continue to appreciate positive changes as she and the board execute the strategic plan,” board president Jennifer Cooke said Tuesday by email.

The timing of the deal comes not long after the Princeton school board, in September, approved a new five-year-deal for Superintendent of Schools Stephen C. Cochrane, through the end of June 2022. The communities have had a send-receive relationship for

Cranbury’s eighth-graders to attend Princeton High School.

Spann, the Cranbury representative on the Princeton school board, said Genco and Cochrane work well together.

“I think personally, I feel lucky to have her,” Spann said. “And I feel that going on both sides from Route One, for Princeton and Cranbury, she and Steve are very aligned in their philosophies for education. So I think it’s important that we have leaders in Cranbury and Princeton that are aligned in how they think about educating children.”

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Busy Black Friday bodes well for local businesses

By Philip Sean Curran Staff Writer

Highbar Boutique, a woman’s apparel store in Cranbury, was open for business Friday morning, in the start of what merchants here and around the state hope is a prosperous Christmas shopping season.

Black Friday shoppers took to the stores across the region looking for deals, buying gifts and walking off the Thanksgiving turkey they ate, at a time with consumer confidence soaring at levels not seen in more than a decade.

Robert Landau, part of the family-run Landau of Princeton, the apparel store that has been in Princeton since the mid-1950s, said it was the busiest black Friday morning “we’ve ever seen.”

Sara Brosious, manager of Nic+Zoe, a woman’s clothing store in Palmer Square, also was seeing a “really busy” start to the shopping season.

Dorothea von Moltke, an owner of Labyrinth Books, located only a few doors away from Landau’s, said she senses there is “cautious confidence” people “have about the economy.”

But things might be better than cautious. The University of Michi-

gan said this week that its consumer sentiment index for November was at 98.5, a slight decline from October but “largely unchanged since the start of the year at the highest levels since 2004.”

“Overall, the data signal an expected gain of 2.7 percent in real consumption expenditures in 2018, and more importantly for retailers, the best run-up to the holiday shopping season in a decade,” according to economist Richard Curtin, director of the Survey Research Center at the university, in a statement.

For business owners like Ron Menapace, that is good news. He owns Homestead Princeton, on Hulfish Street, the former Farmhouse Store, and spoke after helping a customer. He said consumer confidence is “high,” in pointing to the strong stock market and housing market.

“We hope that we’re nice and busy,” said Jill Jarvis Wargo, owner of Highbar Boutique, located on Cranbury’s Main Street.

The holiday season is a “busy time,” said Janeth Arevalo, owner of florist stores in Cranbury and Hightstown. She said her business does nearly all of its business through online orders, with only a

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Robin McGuire experienced black Friday from the vantage point of a merchant for the first time. The small businesswoman opened Magnolia Gifts & Vintage in Cranbury in June. handful of walk-ins.

Robin McGuire experienced black Friday from the vantage point of a merchant for the first time. The small businesswoman opened Magnolia Gifts & Vintage, in Cranbury, in June. She is hopeful for a good end of the year and, in a nod to being customer

friendly, she and other merchants in town are keeping later hours on Thursdays in December.

Alyssa Thiel is also one of the new faces on the Cranbury business scene; her store, PCB Home, opened its doors in early October.

She was having a discount on Friday, something other retailers

were doing black Friday.

For her part, von Moltke said this year there is a longer selling season to Christmas. Retailers have 31 days, including Friday, until the big day.

“We’re hopeful for a good season,” she said from inside her bookstore.

School board discusses demolishing Valley Road School

of demolishing all or part of Valley Road School, in what is expected to be the site of a new The Princeton school board has school for fifth-and sixth-graders, discussed internally the possibility a top official said this week.

School board president Patrick Sullivan said Tuesday that tearing down the building “could be an option,” at a time when the district is planning to go to voters in October with a facilities bond referendum.

While officials have made no decisions, Sullivan said they have discussed whether the building meets code regulations and the needs of “education” for the “next one hundred years.”

Sullivan said that the board would get a recommendation from its architects on how to proceed in the middle of December, with the

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next public board meeting Dec. 12.

Officials are considering projects, like making an addition to the overcrowded Princeton High School, to meet needs the district says it has.

“So now we’re hearing from community members and everyone has a wish,” said board member Dafna Kendal, chairwoman of the board’s facilities committee, by phone Tuesday. “And we have to weigh everything.”

Valley Road School opened in 1918, and was the first integrated elementary school in Princeton in the late 1940s. It has had different uses over the years, including as municipal offices for the former Township, and today is home to the district central administration.

Kip Cherry, a local activist, alumna of the school and leader of a group that sought to turn Valley Road into a community center, said Tuesday that she “still very much” would like to see the school “saved and reused.”

Yet based on what was said at a Cranbury Township Committee meeting on Monday, the future of Valley Road might be a fait accompli.

Township Committeeman Glenn Johnson, who briefed the rest of the governing body and the public after attending the most recent Cranbury School board meeting earlier this month, said there was a “substantial amount of discussion about the Princeton school district and what they’ve got com-

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ing up.” Cranbury and Princeton have a send-receive relationship for eighth-graders who graduate from Cranbury School to attend Princeton High School.

Johnson said “the plan, at this point, is that they will put a third floor” at the high school and that Princeton intends “to tear down their administration building on Valley Road and replace that with a school for fifth and sixth grade.”

He also said the town would close off Walnut Street, although Sullivan said that idea is no longer on the table and was something the district had considered, as a pedestrian mall for students, when it was looking to acquire the Westminster Choir College campus.

That bid for the music school property ultimately failed.

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POLICE BLOTTER

The East Windsor Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017:

A 20-year-old Perth Amboy man was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after an incident at 6:22 p.m. Nov. 16 on Old Cranbury Road.

An officer was dispatched to a report of solicitors operating without the required township permits.

The solicitors were located and identified in the immediate area. The investigation revealed that one of them had unrelated outstanding warrants for his arrest and was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and later released pending court action.

A 54-year-old woman from Freehold was charged with DUI, reckless driving, careless driving and failure to maintain lane after being stopped at 1:45 a.m. Nov. 18 on Route 33.

While on patrol an officer observed a vehicle being operated while not maintaining its lane and a motor vehicle stop was conducted.

The investigation revealed that the driver was suspected of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence. The driver was

given field sobriety tests, ar- vealed that the driver was with possession of marirested and later released suspected of operating the juana, possession of drug vehicle under the influence paraphernalia, failure to obpending court action. and was found to be in pos- serve a traffic signal and A 23-year-old East session of marijuana and possession of a controlled Windsor man was charged drug paraphernalia. The dangerous substance in a with possession of mari- driver was given field sobri- motor vehicle after being juana and possession of ety tests, arrested and later stopped at 10:05 p.m. Nov. drug paraphernalia after released pending court ac- 21 on Route 33.

While on patrol an offibeing stopped at 4:30 p.m. tion. cer observed a motor vehiNov. 18 on Route 130.

A 32-year-old East cle being operated while While on patrol and officer observed a vehicle being Windsor man was charged failing to observe a traffic operated with improper with possession of mari- signal and a motor vehicle safety glass and a motor ve- juana, possession of drug stop was conducted. The inhicle stop was conducted. paraphernalia, headlights vestigation revealed that the The investigation revealed required and possession of a driver was in possession of that a passenger in the vehi- controlled dangerous sub- marijuana and drug paracle was in possession of stance in a motor vehicle phernalia. The driver was marijuana and drug para- after being stopped at 9:28 arrested and later released pending court action. phernalia. The passenger p.m. Nov. 20 on Route 33.

While on patrol an offiwas arrested and later reA 47-year-old Jamesleased pending court action. cer observed a motor vehicle being operated without burg woman was charged A 42-year-old North headlights as required and a with shoplifting, obstructing Brunswick man was motor vehicle stop was con- justice and hindering apprecharged with DUI, reckless ducted. The investigation hension after an incident at driving, careless driving, revealed that the driver was 10:12 p.m. Nov. 21 at the failure to observe a traffic in possession of marijuana Wal-Mart on Route 130 signal, possession of a con- and drug paraphernalia. The North.

An officer was distrolled dangerous substance driver was arrested and later in a motor vehicle, having released pending court ac- patched to a report of a shoplifting in progress at the an open alcohol container in tion. store. The investigation rea motor vehicle, consuming A 24-year-old Mount vealed that the suspect had alcohol in a motor vehicle, possession of marijuana and Laurel man was charged placed items in a shopping possession of drug paraphernalia after being stopped at 12:35 a.m. Nov. 19 on Route 130.

Township Committee should While on patrol an officonsider a woman for board cer observed a vehicle being operated while failure to obTo the editor: serve a traffic signal and a As many of you are aware, I will be completing 25 years motor vehicle stop was conon the Cranbury Township Planning Board this December ducted. The investigation reand have officially announced that I will be leaving the board at the end of 2017.

It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the township for so long and to have witnessed a measured and positive transformation of Cranbury during that time. From the preservation of more than 4,000 acres of farmland, the approval of more than 22 million square feet of industrial and warehouse space and multiple revisions to an exceptional Master Plan and its associated zoning, the Planning Board has proven itself to be a continual credit to Cranbury. I’m glad to have been a part of it and I thank this Township Committee as well as all the others since 1993 for giving me that opportunity.

cart and then attempted to fraudulently return them to customer service. The suspect, who initially provided false information as to her identity to the officer, was arrested and later released pending court action.

ford Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on North Main Street. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released after posting bail.

The Hightstown Police Department initiated the following police reports from Nov. 20 through Nov. 29, 2017:

A 19-year-old East Windsor man was arrested Nov. 27 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Franklin Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date.

A 37-year-old North Brunswick woman was arrested Nov. 29 for an active warrant out East Brunswick Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop Main Street. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released after posting bail.

A 21-year-old Long Valley woman and a 21year-old Cranford woman were both arrested Nov. 20 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Mercer Street. The two were transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date.

A 59-year-old woman from the 200 Block of Franklin Street, was arrested Nov. 22 for an active warrant out of West Dept-

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

There is one issue, however, that had concerned me during this time. I have spoken to both past Township Committees as well as the current one about it and have had little success resolving it. The issue is that during my 25 years there has never been a woman serving on the Planning Board, other than the few who were serving as part of another official Cranbury board, such as the school board or Township Committee. This means that during the past 25 years, since 1993, whenever a position opened on the Planning Board, the Township Committees have appointed a man.

I find that attitude to be both troublesome, and in this day and age, almost irresponsible. I am bringing it to the attention of the Township Committee this time as I am leaving the board. I hope you will consider this as you select a replacement for my position.

Thank you again for having given me this opportunity to serve Cranbury for so long.

SUMMER

Allan Kehrt Cranbury

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Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years & a caregiver. Join us for singing and rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Sat., Dec. 2

A Visit with Santa from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Suggested for children 18 months and older.

Listen to Santa tell a Christmas tale, sing carols together & share your Christmas wish list! Registration required at www.mcl.org.

Sun., Dec. 3

The Cranbury Lions Club annual pancake breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. to noon in the Cranbury School cafeteria on School House Lane off Main Street in Cranbury.

Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Have your picture taken with Santa as well. Proceeds from the breakfast support the club’s work with charitable causes in the community.

St. David’s Episcopal Church in Cranbury will host a St. Nicholas Day celebration from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the church, 90 S. Main St., Cranbury. The event will include meeting St. Nicholas, making a gingerbread house, Christmas caroling and decorating cupcakes. For information, contact the church at 609-655-4731 or visit the website at www.stdavidscranbury.com.

Movie: The Beguiled at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Nicole Kidman. Rated R, 94 minutes.

A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East.

The Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society will host a Christmas Tea from 1 to 4 p.m. See the rooms of the museum decorated for the holidays and enjoy cookies and beverages.

Mon., Dec. 4

Resume Workshop will be held at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Bring your resume on a

flash drive or in writing and a librarian will critique it for grammar and content.

Please call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta and Mrs. Poonam from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructors. Messy play clothes, please.

Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 10-year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.

Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).

K-6th grade Tutoring from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474.

Holiday Cookie Decorating from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn how to dress up your cookies with easy, festive and decorative touches with culinary instructor, Sofia Milner. After her demonstrations everyone will have the opportunity to decorate the cookies provided. Please register online at www.mcl.org.

Tues., Dec. 5 Hatha Yoga will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Yoga increases flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improves respiration, energy and vitality, maintains a balanced metabolism and improves cardio and circulatory health. Led by certified yoga instructor Anuradha Puri. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories,

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songs, rhymes & a craft.

Siblings welcome.

Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609-448-1474 for any of these three classes.

Spinning Yarns Craft Circle at 6:30 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23, N. Main, Cranbury. Join us for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome.

Baby Play and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Babies, age’s birth-18 months are invited to get ready to read. Fifteen minutes of stories, songs with an early literacy theme, then stay and hang out. For babies and their caregivers.

Enroll online.

Wed., Dec. 6 Hightstown Borough will have a free rabies clinic from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Hightstown First Aid Squad Building, 168 Bank St., Hightstown. All pets must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. For more information, call the health department at 609-936-8400.

Art of Living Yoga & Meditation will be held at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Discover how to relax and recharge your mind and unlock your full potential through gentle stretches, breathing and guided meditation. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Paper Crafts for Adults will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Join us for a paper crafting workshop to create beautiful decorative tiles. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Understanding Your Social Security Benefits will be held at 3 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. As you approach retirement, it is more important than ever to understand the role that Social Security benefits can and should play in your retirement plans. This informative seminar, led by guest speaker David Vinokurov, Social Security Administration District Manager, will show you how and when to

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Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Socrates Café will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Socrates Café is a gathering where participants pose questions, listen to others, raise challenges and consider alternative answers. Background in philosophy not required; no preparation necessary.

Hickory Corner Book Discussion will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing Saint Maize by Jami Attenberg.

No registration is required and new members are always welcome.

Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.

Siblings welcome.

Midweek Math Tutoring from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1st grade-high school students with Peddie School student tutors.

Thurs., Dec. 7 Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary,

grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4480957.

Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years and a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East, 1 to 4 p.m.

Rooms decorated for the holidays and a beautiful exhibit, “Millinery on Main Street: Mrs. Harder’s Hat Shoppe.”

The Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society, 164 North Main Street, Hightstown, will hold its Christmas tea from 1:30- to 3 p.m. Shop at the Holiday Boutique in the historic freight station and enjoy punch and cookies in the decorated historic home.

Sat., Dec. 9

Mon., Dec. 11

Holiday Gift Shop at Cranbury History Center, 6 S. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Special Cranbury gift items, including notecards, framed photos, mugs, bracelets, trays, pillows, books, afghans, postcards, DVD’s, bookmarks, pens, shirts and much more.

Sending Your Child to College will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. This workshop will help you define a college saving goal that’s right for you, determine today’s cost and payment options, and navigate the complex financial aid landscape. Presented by Brian Reiss, CFP®, CMFC® of Three Bridges Wealth Advisors-Ameriprise Financial.

Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Coupon Swap all day at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in anytime during the day to bring coupons to share and take what you need. Coupons will also be available all month under our magazine collection.

Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta and Mrs. Poonam from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructors. Messy See CALENDAR, Page 4

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Sun., Dec. 10 The Christmas Candlelight House Tour of five homes in Hightstown will be help from 3 to 6 p.m.

Tickets the day of the tour are $15 and can be purchased at Ely House, 164 North Main Street, Hightstown. Children’s tickets are $5. Pre-sale tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Perennial Home, 119 West Ward St. Hightstown. For more information, go to www.hewhs.com.

Movie: Lady Macbeth at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Florence Pugh. Rated R, 89 minutes.

A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.

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Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 10-year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.

Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).

K-6th grade Tutoring from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474.

Craft Circle from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown.

Adults & teens 14 and up.

Crafters of all skill levels are invited to join the library’s new crafting group. Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting, paper or other project and work on it with other crafters. Drop in anytime during this monthly meeting to work on a project, share what you’ve made and chat over light refreshments.

by calling 609-448-1474 for any of these three classes.

Baby Play and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Babies, age’s birth-18 months are invited to get ready to read. Fifteen minutes of stories, songs with an early literacy theme, then stay and hang out. For babies and their caregivers.

Enroll online.

Wed., Dec. 13 Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.

Siblings welcome.

Midweek Math Tutoring from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1st grade-high school students with Peddie School student tutors.

Health Information Online at 1 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Learn how to find consumer health information online: locate doctor credentials, hospital info, drug side effects, diets, nutrition, and exercises.

This class is a demonstration; feel free to bring your own device. Enroll online.

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Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Computer Class: Internet for Beginners will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn the basics of searching the Internet with web browsers like Chrome, Firefox and Microsoft Edge. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Retiring on Your Own Terms will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. This workshop will help you make your retirement dreams/goals a reality.

Learn about important dates and deadlines with your retirement plans; how to prioritize your retirement saving and spending plans; identify risks and create a meaningful legacy. Presented by Brian Reiss, CFP®, CMFC® of Three Bridges Wealth Advisors-Ameriprise Financial.

Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Fitness for Dummies will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Learn how to set your fitness goals, how to create easy strategies and objectives to reach your goals and how to avoid failure.

Presented by Ajani Malik, owner of Snap Fitness. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

New: Brown Bag Book Club from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us as we begin a lunch time book discussion group. This month’s title is “The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane”

by Lisa See. Bring your lunch. Beverages & a light dessert will be provided.

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors welcome Cantor Larry Brandspiegel at 1 p.m. as the group celebrates Chanukah. Come to play, come to eat, come to sing as Tues., Dec. 12 Cantor Larry entertains Hatha Yoga will be held everyone with his humor, at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory his voice and his imaginaCorner Branch of the Mer- tion. Bring a gift priced becer County Library System, tween $6 and $10 and be 138 Hickory Corner Road, eligible for one of your East Windsor. Yoga in- choosing. Beth El Synacreases flexibility, muscle gogue is located at 50 Maple strength and tone, improves Stream Road, East Windsor, respiration, energy and vi- NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; tality, maintains a balanced www.bethel.net. metabolism and improves The Beth El Synagogue cardio and circulatory of East Windsor Women’s health. Led by certified yoga League is offering a free instructor Anuradha Puri. Yoga and Scent Pairing Call the Reference Desk to Workshop at 7 p.m. Presenregister at (609) 448-0957. ters, Ruth Gatling and Story Time with Miss Jackie Zohn will demonLiz from 10:30 to 11:15 am strate how certain yoga posat the Hightstown Memorial tures paired with essential Library, 114 Franklin St. in oils can have a calming and Hightstown. Children ages energizing impact while im2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, proving focus. No experirhymes & a craft. Siblings ence is necessary and welcome. adaptations for all ability Beginning Spanish levels will be addressed. class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citi- Wear comfortable clothes zenship Exam Review that allow for movement from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learn- and bring yoga mats if you ing English with Victor have one (if not, one will be from 7 to 9 p.m. at the High- provided). Please RSVP to Fri., Dec. 15 Drum Circle will meet tstown Memorial Library, the Synagogue Office by 114 Franklin St. in Hight- Dec. 8. Beth El Synagogue at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory stown. Register in person or is located at 50 Maple Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Drumming is an ancient multi-cultural tradition that is proven to relieve stress and help you stay healthy. Join musician www.windsorheightsherald.com and teacher Jaclyn DiLouie www.cranburypress.com of Mercer ARC to create Bernard Kilgore, Group Publisher 1955-1967 simple rhythms using hand Mary Louise Kilgore Beilman, Board Chairman 1967-2005 held drums and various perJames B. Kilgore, Publisher, 1980-2016 cussion instruments. No experience required! Drums Mike Morsch Donna Kenyon and instruments provided or Regional Editor Executive Editor feel free to bring your own.

Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Joseph Eisele Michele Nesbihal Hightstown Memorial LiPublisher General Manager mnesbihal@centraljersey.com brary, 114 Franklin St. in 2016 - Present Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years & a 145 Witherspoon Street caregiver. Join us for Princeton, N.J. 08542 singing & rhyming fun folCorporate Offices lowed by play time with the 198 Route 9 North, Suite 100 Manalapan, N.J. 07726 library’s toys. © Packet Media, LLC. 2017.

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Sat., Dec. 16 Yoga for Beginners from 10:30 to noon at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn simple

and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instruction in Spanish by a trained Isha facilitator. Please register at www.mcl.org.

Candy Winter Wonderland from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children & teens ages 2-18 can make their own winter wonderland scene with candy & sugar cone trees. Registration required at www.mcl.org.

Sun., Dec. 17 The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Genealogy Club will offer the program “Introduction to Jewish Genealogy” at 7:30 p.m. Stephen Cohen will present an introduction to Jewish genealogy, using his own family as an example, working through the various eras of research: pre-internet, early internet, present times. Steve has been doing genealogical research since 1970. His specialty is Eastern European Jewry from Lithuania, northeastern Poland, Belarus, and northern Ukraine.

He now counts nearly 3600 people on his family tree, stretching back to the 1780s in Lithuania. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.

Movie: Christmas in Connecticut at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Barbara Stanwyck. Rated R, 89 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.

Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East, 1 to 4 p.m.

Rooms decorated for the holidays and a beautiful exhibit, “Millinery on Main Street: Mrs. Harder’s Hat Shoppe.”

Mon., Dec. 18 Nonfiction Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing The Road to Little Dribbling by Bill Bryson. No registration is necessary and new members are always welcome.

Mystery Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

The group will be discussing Dark Corners by Ruth Rendell. New members are always welcome and no registration is necessary.

Sing-Along with Kim Yarson from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages birth-5 and a caregiver.

Dance to Kim’s high-energy guitar music as she plays classics and original songs.

Registration suggested at www.mcl.org.

Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 10-year practitioner of Ra-

jyoga meditation.

Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).

K-6th grade Tutoring from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474.

Tween-Parent Book Club from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in Grades 3-5 and their parents are invited to enjoy snacks and discuss this month’s book. Call the library at (609) 448-1474 for the title.

Tues., Dec. 19 Hatha Yoga will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Yoga increases flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improves respiration, energy and vitality, maintains a balanced metabolism and improves cardio and circulatory health. Led by certified yoga instructor Anuradha Puri. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.

Siblings welcome.

Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609-4481474 for any of these three classes.

Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown.

Register in person or by phone at 609-448-1474 for a free 15-minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.

Spinning Yarns Craft Circle at 6:30 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23, N. Main, Cranbury. Join us for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome.

Baby Play and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Babies, age’s birth-18 months are invited to get ready to read. Fifteen minutes of stories, songs with an early literacy theme, then stay and hang out. For babies and their caregivers.

Enroll online.

Wed., Dec. 20 Adult Craft Circle at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us to create a pair of mittens. Ages 14 to adult. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the library to register at (609) 4480957.

Embroidery Circle will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Whether you are looking to

create your first stitch or expand your skills, learn new methods and techniques, or share embroidery art and craft ideas, the Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels - including absolute beginners. Bring embroidery projects you are working on to share with others or work in the good company of fellow embroiders.

No registration is necessary.

Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft.

Siblings welcome.

Thurs., Dec. 21

Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Mon. Dec. 25

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Werner Lecture Series, will be presenting “Dinner and a Movie” at 6 p.m. Dine on Chinese Kosher food and enjoy the Mel Brooks’ Movie, History of the World Part 1. The cost is $18 per person. Make your reservations by Dec. 21 by calling the Beth El Synagogue office. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 6 0 9 - 4 4 3 - 4 4 5 4 ; www.bethel.net.

Tues., Dec. 26

Hatha Yoga will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Yoga increases flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improves respiration, energy and vitality, maintains a balanced metabolism and improves cardio and circulatory health. Led by certified yoga instructor Anuradha Puri. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609-4481474 for any of these three classes.

Thurs., Dec. 28

Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4480957.

Magic Show with Jay the Magician! from 3 to 4 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 4-12 will be amazed by Jay the Magician and his blend of comedy, illusions, and magic tricks. Registration required beginning Dec. 13 at www.mcl.org.

Friday, December 1, 2017

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SPORTS

PHS boys’ soccer run ends with loss

By Bob Nuse Sports Editor

Courtesy photo

Cranbury resident Kelly Coyle holds the NCAA Division III field hockey championship trophy after helping Middlebury College to a 4-0 victory over Messiah in the championship game.

Coyle helps Middlebury to NCAA field hockey title

Former Peddie School standout Kelly Coyle, a Cranbury resident, proudly clutched the national championship trophy after helping Middlebury College to the NCAA Division III field hockey title with a 4-0 victory over the defending champion, Messiah, on Nov. 19 in Louisville.

Coyle, a mainstay in the midfield for the Vermont college, pocketed the eventual game-winning goal in the 11th minute for a Panther team that rattled off 16 straight victories to finish the 2017 campaign at 20-2.

Coyle spoke of the team’s readiness for the game.

“It was such an exhilarating and exciting day,”

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she said. “Our team has found a lot of success this year by scoring early in the game. Going up 3-0 in the first 18 minutes gave our team a lot of confidence and allowed us to play a calm and patient game. It was very exciting to score the first goal of the day, but it was just finishing off a rebound from Annie Leonard’s great shot.”

The four-goal margin of victory was the largest in NCAA Division III championship game history. This marked the first time Messiah was shutout by a Division III team in 58 games.

Coyle scored three goals (two game-winners) and dished out three assists for nine points on the season.

UNION - The Princeton High boys’ soccer team had hoped to make history by winning the program’s first Group IV state tournament title.

Instead, the Little Tigers will have to settle for becoming the first team in the program’s history to reach the Group IV championship game.

“It was such a great run,” said Princeton coach Wayne Sutcliffe, whose team dropped a 3-1 decision to Kearny in the state final last Sunday at Kean University.

“It was so much fun. I was so proud of the way the team matured and certain guys whose level maybe at midseason needed to get better and were honest with each other about that and they really did a fantastic job meeting the demands of it all and believing. These guys believed. We won five straight Group IV games against three of the top teams in New Jersey. I am so proud of the way we battled tonight.”

Princeton, which lost in the Group III title game in 2014, got hot and made a strong run through the Central Jersey, Group IV tournament, knocking off second-seeded Monroe and top-seeded Hunterdon Central along the way.

Hunterdon Central was the defending Group IV state champion.

After defeating Washington Township in the Group IV semifinals, the Little Tigers ran into undefeated Kearny and gave the Kardinals all they could handle.

“We got unlucky today,” senior Quentin Pompliano said. “They’re a good team.

We had an off day. On another

Photo by Scott Friedman

Princeton High senior Remy Hebert defends against a Kearny player during the Little Tigers' 3-1 loss in the Group IV state final last week at Kean University. day we might have beaten them. They got one breakthrough and it kind of went downhill from there. I am proud of everyone on my team. I’m proud to say that I could play with them for four years. I’m just going to miss playing with them.”

The game was a scoreless tie until Jose Escandon scored 10 minutes into the second half to give Kearny the lead. He added a goal in a free kick 21 minutes later to give the Kardinals a 2-0 lead.

But Princeton responded and got to within a goal when Drew Beamer scored with less than two minutes to play. The Little Tigers threatened and had a couple of chances to score in the closing minute before Kearny delivered a goal in the closing seconds.

The result gave Kearny

its 17th state group championship and the first since 2004. Kearny ended the year with a 19-0-5 record.

“I’m so proud,” said Sutcliffe, whose team finished the season with a 17-6-2 mark. “The back four played beautifully. Every guy, when (Escandon) would gravitate out wide, every guy did as well as you could possibly do on a player of that level. On the front half, we really didn’t start clicking until the end.

We really weren’t finding one another well enough when it mattered most.

“We had great urgency after we conceded and that is not uncharacteristic of this team at all. There were so many close ones in there.

It was just a little too little a little too late.”

The defeat closed out the

careers of Princeton’s senior class. The players were freshmen when the Little Tigers played for the Group III state title in 2014 and eased the transition to Group IV the next season.

“I can’t say enough about their four years in the team,” Sutcliffe said. “They came in their freshman year in 2014 and they were undefeated. They just kept getting better and better. Their commitment in the summer time and in the weight room and especially during the season. This is the 14th week straight that we have been at it six days a week.

And that is just kind of part of it. They achieved something that no other PHS boys’ soccer team ever achieved. And that, I think, is their legacy. And for that they can be proud.”

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Friday, December 1, 2017

FAITH IN HER COUNTRY Laura Cantrell’s concert in Hopewell will feature music from across America and some of her newest songs

By Anthony Stoeckert

aura Cantrell has been performing a series of concerts titled “States of Country” in New York City, during which she and her band focus on music from one particular state. These have resulted in concerts devoted to the music of states including Tennessee, Alabama, Texas and Kentucky.

“When you really hone in and focus on one place and sort of look at its music in a little microcosm, a lot of things emerge that are cool. For the Alabama show, we didn't just limit ourselves to country but did a fair amount of Dan Penn and some of the soul stuff coming out of Muscle Shoals,” Cantrell says, referring to Penn, the soul musician from Alabama, and the famed Muscle Shoals recording studio.

Cantrell is hitting the road in December with a series of shows on the East Coast. Songs from the “States of Country” shows will be featured during the tour, which will make a stop at the Hopewell Theater, Dec. 9.

In addition to providing a lens through which to discover music in a new way, the concerts have also helped restore Cantrell’s faith in the United States.

“Believe it or not, that's put me back in touch with what I love about country music and what I love about our country,” Cantrell says of the “States of Country” concerts. “I’m going for uplift, I’m going for 'We go high,’ but all in the medium of the best of country music, and my own music as well.”

Delving deep into a particular state’s music has given her the chance to play songs she normally wouldn’t perform, while also developing a new appreciation for great country artists. Because Texas is so big, Cantrell has done multiple shows devoted to that state so that she can showcase its diversity in music.

“It’s one thing to know a Willie Nelson song or two, but to really get to dig deep and do Cindy Walker, one of the great female country writers ... and then Doug Sahm and all the various colors of the different eras and types of country music, that’s just been great fun,” she says.

The concert also will feature some of her original songs as well as some holiday favorites.

Cantrell attributes her love of music to growing up in Nashville with parents who were from different parts of the state, and had different tastes in music.

Her father was raised near Memphis.

“He really grew up rooted in that Grand Ole Opry, the classic generation of Grand Ole Opry where people listened every week and that was their cultural touchstone,” Cantrell says. “Whereas my mom is 10 years younger and from east Tennessee.

She always said she was more of a Beatles fan than a country music fan, but grew up around a lot of the great country music of the ’60s, and brought me up as a little kid listening to Johnny Cash and the Outlaws. She loved Joan Baez as much as she loved Jessi Colter and Dolly Parton and stuff like that. So I think a lot of good breadth of exposure primed me early on to listen. I was lucky I had that environment to grow up in.”

Country artist Laura Cantrell is on a tour that will make a stop at the Hopewell Theater.

Cantrell went to Columbia University and maintained her interest in country music as a way to stay close to her roots. She got into radio, working at WFMU in Jersey City, where she hosted a country music show that ran for 13 years. She’s also been heard on BBC Radio Scotland. She began writing songs in college and has been recording and touring since 2000.

“I used that time on the radio as a kind of immersion, I think, into the old music,” Cantrell says. “What I emerged out of that period with was a sort of desire to figure out how to express myself as a songwriter in the way that I admired Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson.

“I couldn’t aspire to be them or to write like they wrote, but I took a lot of inspiration from them.

They’re real artists, they’re real American artists.

People, I think, sometimes underestimate the art of country songwriting because sometimes it comes in a funny package that people think is kitschy or cornpone humor. Dolly gets underestimated because she's been doing this dumb blonde routine, so they don’t understand how brilliant she is. I’ve been trying to, in my own way, get at what I can do in my way that expresses myself, aspiring to that level.”

Cantrell has returned to radio with a regular gig, hosting “Dark Horse Radio,” a weekly show on SiriusXM satellite radio’s Beatles Channel. On her show, which airs on Thursdays, Cantrell plays music

by George Harrison, along with songs that inspired him.

The Beatles channel started in August, with input from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and the estates of Harrison and John Lennon. One thing Olivia Harrison, George’s widow, wanted was a show about her husband’s music, and she wanted the host to be a

woman.

“She really was adamant, she wanted a femalehosted show about George,” Cantrell says. “She wanted it to focus on the breadth of his artistry and all the passions he had for different kinds of music that began during his time in the Beatles as well as his career after the Beatles. It’s been a great education for me. I know a lot of the music by osmosis, by having listened to it as a kid, but I never sat down and thought about what George Harrison did when the Beatles ended, and what was he interested in and what did he do next.”

Cantrell’s most recent album, “No Way There From Here,” was released in 2014, and she says fans can expect to hear some new songs at her Hopewell concert.

“I think we’ll be playing some songs in the show that haven’t made it to album release yet,” she says.

“They're kind of contenders, we’re playing the contenders for the new record and seeing how people respond and how they fit together.”

At the start of 2017 Cantrell thought she might have new music recorded by now.

“If you talked to me in January of this year, I would have said, ‘I’ll be recording in the fall,’ but you can always add six months to any estimate,” Cantrell says with a laugh. “We’re really hoping that in the first half we’ll be done recording and have some music out in 2018.”

Laura Cantrell will perform at the Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell, Dec. 9, 8 p.m.

Tickets cost $18-$19. Group seating at tables is also available. For tickets and information, go to www. hopewelltheater.com or call 609-466-1964.

Also Inside: Kathleen Turner talks about playing God • A holiday concert from Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra

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December 1, 2017

STAGE REVIEW

By Anthony Stoeckert

Music for the Season Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra’s holiday concert will include a concerto, a sing-along, dance music, and some toys

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t’s the season for celebrating, and in addition to Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s, the Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra is also commemorating its anniversary.

The orchestra made its debut with a holiday concert in 2007. Music Director Chiu-Tze Lin started Bravura in part because of the bad economy.

“I saw this depression around the country and I decided to form the orchestra and make our first concert the holiday concert to bring some joy to people,” Lin says. “Every year when it comes to this concert, I think about the celebration.”

This year’s concert, which will take place Dec. 3 at Princeton Alliance Church in Plainsboro, will feature pianist Emiko Edwards joining the orchestra for a performance of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor.”

Edwards grew up in the area and is a graduate of West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North. The collaboration fits Lin’s goal of teaming up with local talent.

“When she was young, I remember hearing her, she was already an outstanding pianist at a young age,” Lin says.

“She went on to Juilliard School of Music and while she was there she won many international competitions. And she went to England for further study for her master’s degree. She came back to the United States over the summer, and I said, ‘It would be wonderful to see a local kid and see how she has progressed.’”

Lin says she worked with Edwards years ago, when Edwards was 9 and won a concerto competition with another orchestra Lin conducted. In inviting Edwards to play with Bravura, Lin and Edwards discussed pieces to play and decided upon the Beethoven.

“This a wonderful piece,” Lin says. “It’s very victorious and very grand. This is the last concerto Beethoven wrote, and it’s very grand, which is nice for the holidays.”

The audience also will get an opportunity to join the orchestra during the concert, which will include a medley of selections from Handel’s “Hallelujah” chorus, “Silent Night,” “O Christmas Tree,” and “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.”

“We have a sing-along part of the concert where everyone can sing traditional Christmas carols,” Lin says. “In fact, during that part, I noticed there’s a lot of very enthusiastic singing from the audience. Kids too because our audiences always have a lot of young people. You can hear everyone singing, young and old, it’s always exciting for me, very rejuvenating.”

One of Lin’s goals is to make Bravura’s concerts acces-

The Bravura Philhamonic Orchestra’s holiday concert in Plainsboro will include a Beethoven sonata, festive music and a sing-along with the audience. sible and fun. One way she’s doing that is featuring the “Toy Symphony,” credited to Franz Joseph Haydn, though there is speculation it actually was written by Mozart’s father. In addition to the orchestra’s instruments, the “Toy Symphony” includes actual toy instruments, such as drums, a rattle and kazoo. Lin recruited area children to join the orchestra for the piece.

“When I talked to this one girl, she’s an 8-year-old girl, I said, Do you have any rattles left over from when you were a baby?’ She said no, and I told her, why don’t go to a store and find a rattle you feel can make the loudest sound,” Lin says.

The concert also will feature Russian music that accompanies a dance performance. No, not “Nutcracker” but the “Polovetzian Dance” from Alexander Borodin’s opera “Prince Igor,” which Lin says has a graceful melodic line and energetic rhythm, making it perfect for the holidays.

The concert also celebrates Hanukkah, with a medley

of Jewish folk songs and hymns called “Music for Hanukkah,” arranged by Thomas Hinds.

“Our concert is the beginning of the holiday season, so i really want to bring joy to the people for the holiday,” Lin says.

As celebratory as the evening will be, there also will be a touch of sadness. Sandra Lippman, one of the orchestra’s founding member died earlier this month. Lippman was in charge of marketing and promotion for Bravura, and the concert will be dedicated to her.

“From Day 1 of the founding of our orchestra, she was the most enthusiastic board member,” Lin says. “So we want to dedicate this concert in her memory.”

The Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra will perform its holiday concert at Princeton Alliance Church, 20 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $18 seniors/students; www.bravuraphil.org; 609-933-4729.

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ON STAGE

By Keith Loria

An Almighty Role

Kathleen Turner is playing the title character in ‘Act of God’ at George Street Playhouse

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here have been myriad descriptions of Kathleen Turner and her stage work over the years — classy, beautiful, powerful, funny — and thanks to George Street Playhouse’s production of “An Act of God,” the phrase “heavenly” now applies in a whole new way.

The legendary actress will be playing God in David Javerbaum’s critically acclaimed play, running at George Street’s theater on the Rutgers campus through Dec. 23.

“It’s incredible fun,” Turner says. “David’s writing is fast and funny, and at the same time, I like a lot of what he has to say about religion and us. I think audiences are going to walk away with some thinking to do. Claiming that God’s only on your side leads to some of the most horrific actions in human history, so I hope it will make people pause and think about that.”

Turner received Tony Award nominations for her performances in Tennessee Williams’ “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and Edward Albee’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” She also starred as Mrs. Robinson in the Broadway and West End productions of “The Graduate.”

“I love the immediacy of being on stage, the incredible vividness, there’s no net and nothing to catch you if something goes wrong or sideways,” Turner says. “You’re just so alive and I love it.”

Of course, the actress is known for more than just her stage work. She’s won multiple Golden Globes and has appeared in more than 30 movies, including such favorites as “Romancing the Stone,” “Body Heat” and “Prizzi’s Honor.”

She received an Oscar nod for playing the title role in “Peggy Sue Got Married,” and voiced Jessica Rabbit in “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?”

It isn’t every day that you’re asked to play the “creator of everything,” so when Turner was offered the chance to take

Photo by T. Charles Erickson

Kathleen Turner in “Act of God” at George Street Playhouse. on the titular role, no divine intervention was needed for her to say “yes.”

“I was once asked to read Moses, so I guess this was the next logical step,” says the actress in her trademark husky alto. “I consider myself a person of faith, but not of any organized religion and so I find this a very similar platform to my position.”

Flanked by her ever-faithful archangels Michael and Gabriel (played by Stephen DeRosa and Jim Walton, respectively), in the play the Supreme Being gifts her mortals with an entirely new set of Ten Commandments in what’s been described as “a sinfully funny whirlwind of comedy heaven.”

“I have some excellent apostles working with me, Jim

and Steve are lovely men and are very supportive,” Turner says. “The show is very funny but it also will make you think.”

A 13-time Emmy Award winner for his work on The Daily Show, Javerbaum saw his play run on the Great White Way for a limited run in 2015 with Jim Parsons using his hiatus from “The Big Bang Theory” to play God. A year later, the show returned to Broadway with Sean Hayes in the title role.

And while there have been several regional productions of the play over the last two years, Turner is the first female to ever play God. “I saw Jim Parsons do it and I thought it was incredibly funny, and I don’t want this to sound critical, but it seems to be there is a great deal more possibility for compassion and experience with an older woman playing the role as opposed to a younger comedian,” she says. “When David Saint, artistic director of George Street Playhouse, called and asked if I wanted to be the first female God, I said, ‘how do you know it’s the first one?’”

At one point during the play, DeRosa goes into the audience as Archangel Michael with a microphone and God asks questions to audience members.

“It’s written that way so I get to call people out in the audience and embarrass them and have a good time,” Turner says. “There’s an element of improv because you never know who’s going to be in the crowd, so you have to go with the flow. But it’s pretty laid out.”

“An Act of God” is being performed at George Street Playhouse’s temporary theater 103 College Farm Road on the Rutgers University campus in New Brunswick, through Dec. 3; georgestreetplayhouse.org or call 732-246-7717.

MOVIE TIMES Movie and times for the week of Dec. 1-7. Schedules are subject to change.

HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908874-8181): Roman J. Israel, Esq. (luxury reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:15, 4:10, 7:05, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:15, 4:10, 7:05.

Coco (PG) Fri.-Sat. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25, 10:20; Sun.-Thurs. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25. Wonder (PG) Fri.-Sat. 12, 1:20, 2:40, 5:20, 8, 10:40; Sun. 12, 1:20, 2:40, 5:20, 8; Mon.-Thurs. 1:20, 2:40, 5:20, 8. Justice League (luxury recliners) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 7. Justice League (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2, 4:45, 7:30, 10:15; Sun.-

Thurs. 2, 4:45, 7:30. The Star (PG) Fri.-Sat. 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30; Mon.-Thurs. 2:40, 5:05, 7:30. Murder on the Orient Express (luxury recliners) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12, 2:40, 5:20, 8, 1:40; Sun. 12, 2:40, 5:20, 8; Mon.Thurs. 2:40, 5:20, 8. Murder on the Orient Express (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 9:45 p.m. Daddy’s Home 2 (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:55, 3:20, 5:45, 8:10, 10:35; Sun. 12:55, 3:20, 5:45, 8:10; Mon.-Thurs. 3:20, 5:45, 8:10. A Bad Moms Christmas (R) Fri.-Sat. 4:25, 7:10, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 4:25, 7:10. Thor: Ragnarok (PG13) (reserved recliners) Fri.-Sat. 1, 3:55, 6:50, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 1, 3:55, 6:50.

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MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609924-7444): Lincoln Center Theater: The Nutcracker Ballet (PG) Sat. 7 p.m. Sun., Wed. 2 p.m. Last Flag Flying (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:50, 4:35, 7:20, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:50, 4:35, 7:20. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (R) Fri.-Sat. 2, 3:15, 4:40, 6, 7:20, 8:45, 10; Sun. 2, 3:15, 4:40, 6, 7:20.

The Man Who Invented Christmas (PG) Fri. 2:10, 4:35, 7, 9:25; Sat. 2:10, 4:35, 9:25; Sun. 4:35, 7; Mon.-Tues. 2:10, 4:35, 7; Wed. 4:35, 7; Thurs. 2:10, 4:35, 7. Lady Bird (R) Fri.-Sat. 2, 3:15, 4:15, 5;30, 6:30, 7:45, 8:45,

10; Sun.-Thurs. 2, 3:15, 4:15, 5;30, 6:30, 7:45.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): Lady Bird (R) Fri. 4:30, 7:15, 9:30; Sat. 1:30, 4:30, 7:15, 9:30; Sun. 4:30, 7:15, 9:30; Mon. 5:30, 8; Tues.-Wed. 2:30, 5:30, 8; Thurs. 2:30, 8. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Mo (R) Fri. 4, 7, 9:30; Sat. 1, 4, 7, 9:30; Mon. 5:15, 8; Tues.Thurs. 2:30, 5:15, 8. Elf (PG) Sat. 10:30 a.m. National Theatre Live: Follies (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. International Cinema Series: Pop Aye (NR) Thurs. 5:30 p.m.

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THEATER “White Christmas,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. M&M Stage Productions presents the musical with songs by Irving Berlin about World War II veterans who become a song-and-dance team. They follow a pair of singing sisters, Betty and Judy Haynes, to Vermont, where the ladies will be performing at a mountain lodge over the holidays. The lodge just happens to be owned by the GIs’ former army commander. Based on the 1954 movie starring Bing Crosby, through Dec. 3. Performances: Fri.Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. (No performance Nov. 24.) Tickets cost $20, $18 seniors, $16 students; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

“It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the Drew University campus, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. A group of actors and technicians gather in a 1940s radio station at holiday time to perform a live broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life. Replete with Foley sound effects, commercials from the era, and sprinkled throughout with a generous dose of humor and music, this charming piece brings the famous story to life, through Dec. 30; www.shakespearenj.org; 973-408-5600.

“A Christmas Carol,” Music Mountain Theatre, 1483 Route 179 Lambertville. Musical adaptation of Charles Dickens holiday story about Scrooge and the spirits who change his fate, Dec. 1-17, $22; www.musicmountainthe-

atre.org; 609-397-3337.

“The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular,” ActorsNET of Bucks County’s Heritage Center theater, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. The ladies of the Charitable Second Trinity Victory Church have a mystery on their hands after their Baby Jesus is stolen, Dec. 117, $20, $17 seniors (62 and up), $10 children 12 and under; www.actorsnetbucks.org; 215-295-3694.

“A Christmas Carol,” McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. David Thompson’s adaptation of Charles Dickens’ story of the miserly Scrooge and the spirits who change his life on Christmas Eve, Dec. 5-31; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787.

“Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Comedic take on classic story with five actors, three ladders and lots of music, Dec. 8-31; bcptheater.org; 215-862-2121.

CHILDREN’S THEATER “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” Music Mountain Theatre, 1483 Route 179 Lambertville. Stage version of the “Peanuts” special in which Charlie Brown searched for the true meaning of Christmas, Dec. 1-17, $22; www.musicmountaintheatre.org; 609-397-3337. “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Musical adaptation of Clement Moore’s story about children anticipating a visit from Saint Nick, Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Dec. 9, 2, 4 p.m., Dec. 10, 2, 4 p.m. $12, $10 seniors/children; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical,” State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Musical based on the classic TV special featuring Rudolph, Yukon Cornelius, Hermey the Elf, the Abominable Snow Monster, and Santa and Mrs. Claus, Dec. 18, 3, 6 p.m., $35-$55; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469.

BALLET American Repertory Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” American Repertory Ballet’s production of Tchaikovsky’s ballet featuring professional dancers and students from the Princeton Ballet School: Patriots Theatre at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, Dec. 2, 2 p.m. State Theatre of New Jersey, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. www.arballet.org.

“Nutcracker,” The College of New Jersey’s Kendall Hall, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing. Roxey Ballet childfriendly version of ballet featuring a cast of more than 150 dancers, through Dec. 3. Tickets cost $15.50-$52.50; www.roxeyballet.org; 609-397-7616.

“Nutcracker,” Princeton High School Performing Center, 151 Moore St., Princeton. Princeton Youth Ballet presents the holiday classic featuring a cast of 75 young artists, Dec. 9, 4 p.m., Dec. 10, noon. Tickets cost $18-$35; www.princetonyouthballet.org.

“Nutcracker” for kids,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Abridged, narrated version of the classic ballet, Dec. 15-17; www.kelseyatmccc.org; 609-5703333.

FILM “Elf,” Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St., Princeton. Comedy starring Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human who was raised as an elf at the North Pole, and heads to New York City to meet his biological father, Dec. 2, 10:30 a.m. $5; www.thegardentheatre.com; 609-279-1999.

“It’s a Wonderful Life,” Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St., Princeton. Frank Capra’s holiday classic starring Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, who longs for a life outside his hometown, and gets a lesson about the value of his life from an angel, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. (Harp player Andre Tarantiles of Princeton Symphony Orchestra will play live holiday music at 7 p.m.), $11.50; www.thegardentheatre.com; 609-279-1999.

CLASSICAL MUSIC The Irish Tenors, State Theatre, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Christmas concert featuring traditional Christmas songs and music that is rich in Irish culture and featuring a full orchestra, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. $45$95; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469.

Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, Princeton Alliance Church, 20 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro. Holiday concert featuring Beethoven’s “Emperor Piano Concerto No. 5” with pianist Emiko Edwards, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $18 seniors/students, $15 advance; www.bravuraphil.org; 609-933-4729.

The Jersey Harmony Chorus, All Saints Church, 16 All Saints Road, Princeton. Women’s a cappella chorus singing four-part harmony, presenting holiday show, “Songs for the Season,” featuring the full chorus singing holiday music and presenting their special award-winning competition package, Dec. 8, 8 p.m. For tickets and information, email jerseyharmonytickets@gmail.com or call 732-2366803.

VOICES Chorale, Trinity Episcopal Church, 33 Mercer St., Princeton. Concert titled “Music for the Season of Advent, featuring an assortment of Advent and Christmas pieces in English and Latin by well-known composers and arrangers: JS Bach, William Mathias, Benjamin Britten, Andrew Carter, David Willcocks, Elizabeth Poston, Peter Phillips and John Rutter, Dec. 9, 4 p.m. (A reception to celebrate the season and meet Richard Tang Yuk, Voices Chorale‘ new artistic director, will follow in Pierce Hall.), $30-$35, $10 students/children; www.voiceschorale.org; 609-474-0031.

Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 S. Broad St., Trenton. Concert celebrating choral works for Hanukkah and Christmas, including Finkelstein’s “Avinu Shebashamayim,” Spring-Rice and Stroop’s “Homeland,” Handel’s “And the Glory of the Lord” from Messiah, and Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata. The singers will be joined

by Cantor Arthur Katlin from Lawrenceville’s Adath Israel Congregation and quartets from Lighthouse Brass and Ascot Brass, Dec. 10, 4 p.m. $22, $20 advance. $15 seniors/children. Admission is free for children under 12; www.capitalsingers.org; 609-434-2781.

Princeton Theological Seminary Winter Concert, “Joy,” Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. Attendees will participate in a worship experience that combines both classic and modern gospel songs, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. Free; www.ptsem.edu.

Christmas Service: Carols of Many Nations, Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. A service of readings, choral anthems, and congregational carols led by the Princeton Seminary Chapel Choir. Following the service, caroling will continue on the Seminary quad, Dec. 13, 3:30, 6:30, 8:30 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets are required. For tickets, go to ptsem.edu/carols.

Christmas Carol Festival, The Church of St. David the King, 1 New Village Road, Princeton. Sing traditional Christmas carols followed by followed by wassail, coffee, and homemade Christmas cookies and desserts, Dec. 14, 79 p.m. Admission is free, all are welcome; 609-275-7111.

“Handel’s Messiah,” Richard Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. Performed by members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Xian Zhang, conductor.

Featuring Erin Wall, soprano; Nancy Maultsby, mezzo-soprano; Miles Mykkanen, tenor; Michael Sumuel, bass-baritone; and the Montclair State University Singers, Heather J. Buchanan, conductor, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., $30-$80; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787.

Hopewell Valley Chorus holiday concert, St. James Church, 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. Concert titled “Deck the Halls” will feature music, sacred, secular, classical and contemporary by composers including Mozart, Busto, and PDQ Bach, Jerry Herman and LeRoy Anderson.

Before and after the concert, the audience is invited to shop at a jewelry sale and bid on a handmade quilt or a set of Lenox dinnerware, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. $15, $10 seniors/students; www.hopewellvalleychorus.org; 609-737-3177.

Princeton Ringers Holiday Handbell Concert, Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. Concert titled “Ring and Sing Glory to the Newborn King!” will feature a musical celebration of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. There will be an opportunity for the audience to sing along to a selection of popular carols while the Princeton Ringers provide accompaniment. Under the direction of James Klotz, the Princeton Ringers are comprised of Seminary students, spouses, staff, and friends from churches across the community, Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Free; www.ptsem.edu.

Princeton Symphony Orchestra Holiday POPS! concert, Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. Concert featuring holiday arrangements of carols performed by the PSO and the Princeton High School Choir, Dec. 16, 4 p.m., 7 p.m. www.princetonsymphony.com; 609-497-0020.

Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, Route 206 at Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Choral reading of Handel’s “Messiah.” Choral singers welcome. No auditions, no rehearsal. Scores will be provided if needed, Dec. 17, 4 p.m.

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versity, Princeton. Set during the French Revolution, Dialogues des Carmélites is Francis Poulenc’s only full-length opera. The libretto was written by the composer himself, after the work of the same name by George Bernanos. It tells the story of a nervous and fearful aristocrat who decides to become a Carmelite nun during the Reign of Terror. However, the convent is not immune to the fear and turmoil that have begun to shake the country, Dec. 1-2, 7:30 p.m. $25, $20 seniors/students; www.rider.edu/arts; 609-921-2663.

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$10; www.princetonol.com/groups/psma.

Bach’s Brandenburgs, Richard Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. This Princeton holiday tradition brings together the 20-plus resident members of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center plus guest artists in an all-star lineup performing one of music’s most enduring masterpieces all in one evening, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m., $25-$92.50; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787.

JAZZ/POP/ROCK, ETC. Chaslyn Sweetwood, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. The singer will be accompanied by Michael J Bernabe. Guest performances will include areem Youseff and Trish Silvestri, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m., $25; www.therrazzroom.com; 1-888-596-1027.

The Colors of Christmas, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Concert featuring Peabo Bryson, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., Ruben Studdard and Jody Watley. The concert will feature holidays songs including “Oh Holy Night,” “I’ll Be Home Christmas,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” celebrating the true meaning behind Christmas, Dec. 5, 8 p.m., $45-$85; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469.

Cathy Graham, “A Swinging Christmas,” The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania.

Jazz singer Graham will share jazz and big band versions of holiday favorites, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., $30; www.therrazzroom.com; 1-888-596-1027.

Katie Welsh, Arts Council of Princeton’s Paul Robeson for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Concert of seasonal songs from Broadway and Hollywood musicals. Katie Welsh, accompanied by Stefanie Watson, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m., $15. Email musictheatercollective@gmail.com or call 609915-7889.

Glen Burtnik’s XMAS, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Concert featuring performers from across New Jersey to perform holiday favorites, Dec. 9, 8 p.m., $30-$60; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469.

Ernie White Band and Friends Best of Christmas Benefit Concert, The Grand Ballroom at Cedar Gardens Banquet, 661 Route 33, Hamilton. For over 16 years Trenton guitarist Ernie White and his Band have spearheaded a rock Christmas concert with the help of area musicians. This year’s concert will feature “Best Of” performances selected from previous shows and will benefit The Hamilton Elks Handicapped Children’s Fund who help our neighbors, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. $25; www.erniewhite.com.

MUSIC Carved From Nature Greg Pedersen’s carving of a Harris’s hawk is featured in “Predators and Prey: Fine-art carvings of raptors and songbirds,” on view at the D&R Greenway Land Trust, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, through Dec. 28. The exhibit showcases carvings by Pedersen on loan by Jay Vawter. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.drgreenway.org or call 609-924-4646.

clothing and accessories, ornaments, and Trenton memorabilia created by area vendors. The museum store, Molly’s Shop at Ellarslie, is stocked with holiday gift items for both children and adults and is open during the boutique, Dec. 2, noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 3, noon to 5 p.m. Silent auction of plein air art featuring Cadwalader Park and the adjoining Cadwalader Heights neighborhood, Dec. 2, 4-6 p.m. ellarslie.org; 609-989-1191.

Sauce for the Goose, Arts Council of Princeton’s popup location, 301 N. Harrison St., Princeton. The Arts Council of Princeton presents its annual Sauce for the Goose Market, a holiday sale of original work by local artists. The sale features ceramics, glassware, ornaments, and other forms of fine art and craft for gift-giving, Dec. 8, 4-8 p.m.

(Opening reception catered by Chopt Creative Salad Co., 57 p.m.), Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 10, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. artscouncilofprinceton.org; 609-924-8777.

Christmas Candlelight House Tour. Tour of five private homes in Hightstown, Dec. 10, 3-6 p.m.. Pre-sale are available at Perennial Home, 119 West Ward St. and cost $10. Tickets will be available on day of tour at 164 N. Main St. The cost for tickets sold that day is $15. For more information, go to www.hewhs.com.

Christmas Tea, Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society, 164 N. Main St., Hightstown. Shop at the Holiday MISCELLANY Boutique in the historic freight station and enjoy punch and Festival of Trees, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockcookies in the decorated historic home, Dec. 10, 1:30-3 p.m. ton St., Princeton. The holiday tradition sees the museum’s www.hewhs. galleries, hallways and porches decorated by local businesses, garden clubs, and non-profit organizations, through Jan. 7. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; www.morven.org; 609-924-8144.

Christmas Festival at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 608 “The New World,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Harbourton Rocktown Road, Hopewell. Festivities include Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Musical re-imagining a cookie and candy sale, a variety of vendors, themed bas- the myth of the first meeting of the Pilgrims and Native kets, craft items, attic treasures, games for children, and a Americans. The year is 1620. The Native Americans are prayer request table, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch will be enjoying a gluten-free, low-carb, artisanally happy life served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit the St Peter when they are invaded by the nation’s first immigrants — Nursery School; 215 313-2922.

Pilgrims. The musical includes a book by Regina DeCicco Mill Hill Holiday House Tour. This year’s tour, themed and L.F. Turner, music by Gary Adler (“Altar Boyz”) and “Attention to Detail”, will showcase historic, diverse homes lyrics by Phoebe Kreutz, through Dec. 2; $40-$75; 215and churches dating back to the 1800s. The tour begins at 862-2121; buckscountyplayhouse.org.

Artworks, located at 19 Everett Alley and South Stockton “An Act of God,” George Street Playhouse, 103 ColStreet, Dec. 2, noon to 5 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $15 in ad- lege Farm Road, New Brunswick. Comedy in which the vance. For more information, go to www.trentonmillhill.org. Almighty (played by Kathleen Turner) attempts to correct Holiday Boutique, Ellarslie, the Trenton City Museum people’s misconceptions of her, through Dec. 23; at Cadwalader Park, Trenton. The Trenton Museum Society www.georgestplayhouse.org; 732-846-2895. hosts its Annual Holiday Shopping Boutique of hand-crafted goods sold by area vendors. The event includes art and gifts OPERA for sale in the Trenton City Museum where patrons can Dialogues des Carmélite, Robert L. Annis Playhouse browse hand-crafted jewelry, pottery, original art works, on the campus of Westminster Choir College of Rider Uni-

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CLASSICAL MUSIC Princeton University Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. Program featuring Rossini’s William Tell Overture and Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Overture Fantasy, Dec. 78, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $5; music.princeton.edu; 609258-9220.

Princeton University Glee Club and Roomful of Teeth, Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University. The Grammy-winning ensemble Roomful of Teeth will join the Princeton University Glee Club and Chamber Choir for a “Glee Club Presents” concert. The program will include Partita for 8 Voices, the Pulitzer Prizewinning work by Caroline Show, a Princeton graduate and founding member of Roomful of Teeth. The program also will include music from Joby Talbot’s Path of Miracles and Merrill Garbus’ Quizassa, Dec. 9, 3 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $5 students; music.princeton.edu; 609-258-9220.

JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Archie Shepp, “I Hear the Sound,” Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. Concert by saxophonist Archie Shepp with Amina Claudine Myers and Princeton University Creative Large Ensemble, Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $15, $5 students; music.princeton.edu; 609-258-9220.

Paul Muldoon with Rogue Oliphant, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. Rogue Oliphant is a loose affiliation of musicians and composers who work on songs and spoken word pieces written by the Pulitzer Prizewinning Irish poet Paul Muldoon. For this performance, Muldoon will be joined by Chris Harford (Band of Changes), Ray Kubian (Electric Six, Dean Ween Group), Cáit O’Riordan (The Pogues), David Mansfield (Alpha Band) and Warren Zanes (Del Fuegos), as well as literary colleagues, Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $20 (table seating for groups also available); www.hopewelltheater.com; 609-466-1964.

Vox Blue and Vox Blue Too, Bart Luedeke Center Theater on the campus of Rider University, Lawrenceville. Concert titled “What is Old is New Again” featuring works from the Great American Songbook by George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart, as well as popular music by artists Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, and others, Dec. 3, 4 p.m. $20, $15 seniors/students; www.rider.edu/arts; 609921-2663.

Michael Smith, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. Singer-songwriter whose song “The Dutchman” has been covered by Steve Goodman, The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem, John Gorka, Suzy Bogguss, The New Kingston Trio, and Celtic Thunder. He has set poetry to music, creating programs such as “And the Poet Sang,” based on the poetry of Federico Garcia Lorca, Pablo Neruda, and others, Dec. 15, 8:15 p.m. Admission costs $20, $10 students under 22, $5 children; www.princetonfolk.org; 609-799-0944.

Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Concert featuring “Broadway’s Golden Couple” Marin Mazzie (“The King and I,” “Ragtime”) and husband Jason Danieley (“Candide,” “The Full Monty,” “The Visit”) celebrating love and marriage on the Great White Way, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $72; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787.

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Dec. 1 Tech talk at Princeton Library Technology consultant Doug Dixon will demonstrate the latest tech devices at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton, beginning at 7 p.m.

This year’s focus is on technology for the home including wireless speakers, digital assistants and wireless cameras.

For more information, go to www.princetonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.

Dec. 2 Craft show in West Windsor West Windsor Plainsboro High School South will host its annual holiday craft show, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More than 250 crafters and artisans will showcase handcrafted jewelry, clothing, accessories, home decor, handbags, kitchen necessities, specialty foods, floral designs, personalized gifts, health and beauty products and more.

The school is located at 346 Clarksville Road, West Windsor.

Fundraiser concert at Salt Creek Grille Swift Technique will perform during the next Music for All Seasons fundraising concert at Salt Creek Grille in Plainsboro, 7-11 p.m.

The band is a funk and soul group from Philly. Admission includes a drink tickets (cash bar thereafter) and hors d’oeuvres.

Net proceeds benefit Dress for Success Central Jersey.

The organization helps women achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire to help them thrive in work and life.

Tickets cost $75. For more information, go to mercercounty.dressforsuccess.org.

‘Christmas Carol’ filibuster at library Princeton Public Library will host a “reading filibuster” of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” beginning at 2 p.m.

In anticipation of the season opening of McCarter Theatre Center’s production of the beloved holiday tale, the story will be read aloud from start to finish. Readers of all reading levels are invited to sign up for a time slot online at bit.ly/CCfilibuster or by calling the library’s Welcome Desk at 609-924-9529, ext.

1218.

The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton.

Dec. 3-4 Wreath making at Morven Morven Museum & Garden will host holiday wreathmaking workshops, Dec. 3, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to noon.

Create your own wreath with Morven’s gardeners.

Morven will provide everything needed to create a wreath. No experience is required. Morven’s staff will help people get started, and offer advice throughout the session.

Morven Museum & Garden is located at 55 Stockton St., Princeton. The cost is $50 per wreath. Reservation are required and can be made at www.morven.org.

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Make those visions of sugar plums a reality by creating some and wrapping them up as presents.

Tasteful holiday gifts The holiday countdown has begun and if you like to give gifts of homemade foods, you’re running out of time. Boozy beverages and vinegars take weeks to infuse, and fruitcake is best if aged too, but there are lots of things you can make at the last minute, or nearly so, and which don’t require hours of shopping for exotic ingredients.

Food gifts are also ideal to take to food swaps any time of year. Food swap groups, often community-wide, are a growing DIY trend, and I couldn’t resist buying “Food Swap: Specialty Recipes for Bartering, Sharing & Giving,” packed full of ideas, punch-out labels for your items, and many recipes, including two of the ones below. (Their flavored salts and sugars are a breeze to whip up, too.)

A food swap is not the same as, say, a cookie exchange where everyone takes home some of everyone else’s offering. At a swap, each participant has a sign-up sheet for their items. Everyone peruses the offerings and then signs up for the ones they want. Happy holidays readers, and Happy New Year, too!

Salted Caramel Sauce Adapted from “Food Swap: Specialty Recipes for Bartering, Sharing & Giving,” Emily Paster, Storey Publishing (2016). Makes four 4-ounce jars.

1½ cups heavy cream 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons corn syrup ¼ cup water ½ cup (1 stick) butter, cut into pieces 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1½ teaspoons kosher salt Be sure to use a deep pot for this since the caramel will bubble furiously when you add the cream. — F.B. Bring cream to boil over high heat in a saucepan. Turn heat to low and keep at simmer for now. In a larger pot, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water, and turn heat to high. Stir to dissolve sugar, and once sugar is dissolved don’t stir it again, instead just brush down the sides with a wet (with water) pastry brush to dissolve any crystals.

Boil sugar mixture until it turns golden brown and smells like caramel, 7 to 8 minutes. Watch it like a hawk so it doesn’t burn! Turn heat down to medium and slowly and carefully pour in the cream, stirring all the while, and being careful of hot splatters. Remove pot from heat and add butter. Stir until butter is melted and mixture is completely smooth.

Then stir in vanilla and salt. Cool and pour into glass jars, refrigerating until ready to swap or gift.

Beer-Caraway Mustard Adapted from “Food Swap.”

Makes four 4-ounce jars. ½ cup yellow mustard seeds ½ cup brown mustard seeds 1 cup beer 1 tablespoon caraway seeds ¼ cup brown sugar Pinch of salt

No holiday celebration is complete without cookies, so bring along the dessert favorite to parties as a gift for all to enjoy.

Soak mustard seeds in beer to absorb nearly all liquid, about 2 hours.

Toast caraway seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat about 3 minutes.

Combine all ingredients in food processor and pulse until creamy but still grainy. If dry, add a tad more beer or dashes of red or white vinegar.

Store in refrigerator, best if mellowed for a week before consuming.

Christmas jam Adapted from food.com. Makes six half-pint (8-ounce) jars.

I wouldn’t hesitate to skip the boiling water bath and simply refrigerate these, telling your recipients to do the same. — F.B. 3 cups cranberries 1 orange, zested, peeled, seeded 2 teaspoons orange zest (from above orange) 1 10-ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries, slightly thawed ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamonâ⇔¨4 cups sugar ½ cup water 1 3-ounce) packet liquid fruit pectin Combine cranberries and cut-up orange in food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Add zest, strawberries, cloves and cinnamon. Continue processing until finely chopped, but not puréed. Stir together fruit mixture, sugar and water in a very large saucepan or Dutch oven until well blended.

Cook for 2 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly. Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a full, rolling boil. Stir in liquid pectin. Stirring constantly, bring to a rolling boil again and boil for one minute.

Remove from heat and skim off foam. Immediately pour into 6 hot, sterilized half-pint jars. Carefully wipe rims with a damp cloth. Place lids on jars and screw on bands just until snug. Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove from water bath and cool away from drafts until jars seal.

Spiced Nuts Adapted from “Terrific Pacific Cookbook” (Anya Von Bremzen and John Welchman, Workman (1995).

Makes about 2 cups.

I’m always astonished by how pricey spiced nuts are in a store.

Make you own and save money and impress your lucky recipients. — F.B. 2 tablespoons canola oil ½ teaspoon best-quality curry powder 1 teaspoon pure chile powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 cups mixed raw nuts (macadamia, cashews, almonds are good here, fine to add peanuts, too) 4 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons salt, or more to taste Preheat Oven to 300 degrees. Put

nuts in a mixing bowl. Heat oil in small skillet over medium heat. Add spices (curry, chile, paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne) and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add spiced oil, sugar, and salt to the nuts in the bowl and toss thoroughly. Spread on baking sheet.

Bake, shaking occasionally, until nuts are fragrant and golden, about 20 minutes. Cool and put in airtight containers.

Tapenade Adapted from “French Food at Home,” Laura Calder, William Morrow (2003) Makes about 1½ cups.

3 cups black or green olives, pitted and chopped 6 to 8 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained 8 to 10 anchovy fillets, drained 4 to 6 garlic cloves, crushed ½ cup olive oil 1 lemon, halved

Pepper Pound olives, capers, anchovies, and garlic in a mortar or whiz in processor (not too fine, though).

Blend in olive oil and lemon juice to taste. Add pepper to taste, but no salt obviously. Best if it mellows overnight in refrigerator.

Faith Bahadurian blogs at www.njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).

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Stay safe while shopping this holiday season The holiday shopping season is the busiest, and most profitable, time of year for many retailers. According to the National Retail Federation, holiday retail sales during November and December of 2016 totaled $658.3 billion, exceeding industry projections by $2.5 billion.

Busy malls and retail centers can make it easy for shoppers to overlook safety and security. Thieves and other criminals recognize that and often prey on unsuspecting victims during the holiday season.

For example, the Better Business Bureau notes that thieves can easily commit identity theft at malls, where shoppers preoccupied with shopping bags and looking after their children in crowded stores may be less likely to conceal their credit cards or PIN numbers at checkout counters.

In addition to safeguarding their financial information when checking out, shoppers can take the following steps to stay safe while shopping.

Prioritize parking in welllit areas. Mall parking lots can

try shoppers’ patience during the holiday season. But shoppers should resist any urges to park in faraway spaces or areas that are poorly lit. Criminals may be lurking in less traveled areas of city or mall parking lots, recognizing that they can quickly strike and abscond with stolen items. Shoppers should even be mindful of dark parking garages, only parking in such areas when accompanied by friends or family members.

Keep a watchful eye on smartphones. Unlike the flip phones that came before them, today’s smartphones are essentially mini computers that can store substantial amounts of data, including users’ credit card numbers. Many people have even linked their smartphones directly to their bank accounts in an effort to make shopping simpler. Lost or stolen phones can be expensive to replace, and savvy thieves can gain access to their victims’ personal information, including financial and personal data.

Shop using plastic instead of cash. Fraudulent purchases made with a credit card are pro-

tected by the credit card company. Stolen cash, however, is likely lost for good. While shopping with credit may encourage some to overspend, shoppers must recognize that shopping with cash makes them vulnerable to thieves.

Periodically take packages out to your vehicle.

Shoppers walking around the mall with multiple bags may be targeted by thieves and other criminals. Defending oneself against criminals with many shopping bags in hand can be difficult, and criminals can

prey on that vulnerability while recognizing that people with multiple shopping bags are likely carrying many valuable items. Periodically take packages out to your vehicle to make shopping easier and to deter criminals.

Millions of people will visit malls and other retail centers to do their holiday shopping this year. Safeguarding personal safety and security should be foremost on the minds of shoppers throughout the holiday season. — Metro Creative Connection

Holiday songs with storied pasts The holiday season is not complete without music. Holiday hits play in shopping malls, and families often trim the tree to their favorite albums.

Even if Elvis’ “Blue Christmas” or Johnny Mathis’ “Do You Hear What I Hear” reign supreme in your household, it can be interesting to learn about some of the other songs made famous this time of year.

Modern classics Classic carols may be the first Christmas songs that come to mind. However, less than a quarter century ago a pop singer managed to contribute to the holiday music pantheon. Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You,” released in 1994, is

considered to be the most popular modern Christmas standard. With global sales exceeding 16 million copies, the song is one of Carey’s biggest hits.

Sad origins “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” with its warning to children to be nice since Santa is keeping tabs on kids’ behavior, has helped children tow the line for decades.

Songwriter James “Haven” Gillespie was asked to pen the tune during one of the darker times in his life. Gillespie was jobless and poor and his brother had just passed away — hardly inspiration for a Christmas tune. However, after thinking about the memories he shared with his brother, Gillespie was able to

pull together an upbeat and catchy classic, changing his life for the good.

Bestseller Even though “Silent Night” is the most recorded Christmas song in history, another tune holds the title of the best-selling holiday standard of all time. “White Christmas” was written in 1942 and reminisces about an old-fashioned Christmas celebration.

The version recorded by Bing Crosby has estimated sales in excess of 100 million copies worldwide, according to The Guinness Book of World Records.

There are various accounts as to when and where Irving Berlin wrote the song. Some state he did so at a hotel in Hollywood, while others say

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Wherever Berlin happened to be when writing the tune, there’s no doubt he was pining for the quintessential white Christmas.

The song was written for the 1942 movie “Holiday Inn,” starring Crosby and Fred Astaire. It became an instant classic and remains Crosby’s best-selling recording. Some of the most recent versions of the song have been recorded by Pentatonix, Sara McLachlan and Laura Pusini.

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Be prepared for unexpected company

The latter part of the year is full of social engagements with family and friends. Pew Research Center says 92 percent of all Americans plan to celebrate Christmas as a holiday, with 69 percent using it as an opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

While many social occasions surrounding Christmas are anticipated for months in advance, unexpected pop-ins are also the norm this time of year. Rather than being caught off guard, individuals can take steps to prepare for unexpected guests.

Have food available. Even if guests pop in for a little

while, it’s nice to be able to offer them something to eat.

Keep cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, pretzels, and other snacks on hand.

Make-ahead, crowdfriendly foods can be prepared and frozen. Casseroles, pasta dishes and stews are hearty and can serve in a pinch when unexpected visitors arrive. Simply take out to defrost and heat up. Keep cookies in air-tight tins and purchase a premade frozen pie to serve, if necessary.

In a pinch, you can always order out, but over time the cost of having food delivered can add up.

Festive greetings sent to family, friends, coworkers, and business associates are an enjoyable element of the holiday season. The first Christmas card was sent in England in 1843. Despite the popularity of online cards and social media posts for other occasions, and a greeting card industry that is declining at a rate of about 5 percent per year according to an IBISWorld analysis, when it comes to Christmas cards, many people still choose to write out and mail their cards.

The amount of money spent on holiday greeting cards is substantial, accounting for roughly 25 percent of total annual greeting card sales, according to the Greeting Card Association. Around $2 billion per year is spent on the 1.6 billion Christmas cards people send each year.

Although millions of people are still buying boxed cards, signing and mailing them, there is no denying that the process of choosing, ad-

dressing and mailing cards can take a considerable amount of time. Streamlining the process and starting card preparation early can make sending Christmas cards that much easier.

Here is how to get started.

Cheese and crackers are filling snacks to have on hand and are easy to serve to unexpected guests.

Keep the bar stocked.

Toasting to a happy holiday season is the norm during this time of year. Toasting requires hosts have some spirits on hand. Stock the bar with a few

Christmas cards made

Choose your card Photo greetings remain fashionable, particularly among families who may want to show how much their children have grown over the last year. Photographers book up quite quickly come the holiday season, and photo printing services may be backlogged in December. The best way to streamline the process is to choose your family photo early (take advantage of summer vacations or autumn foliage trips to snap a great shot) and have those cards printed well in advance of the holidays.

If you have the forethought to shop end-of-season sales, purchase deeply discounted generic boxed cards, if this is your card preference.

staples, such as red and white wine, vodka, rum, whiskey, and mixers. Also, you may just want to create a signature or seasonal cocktail that can be served when guests arrive,

such as a spiced punch or a holiday eggnog.

Cue the playlist. Put together a playlist of favorite holiday music that will provide the ideal ambiance should guests ring your doorbell.

Thanks to services like Spotify, Amazon Music and Pandora, holiday music that fills a home with the sweet sounds of the season is now always accessible.

Keep things neat. Set aside a closet or space that can serve as a catch-all where errant items can quickly be stored should guests arrive.

Gather loose toys, books or stray papers in a basket and

then stash the basket in the closet until guests depart. Routinely empty the dishwasher so dirty dishes left in the sink can be quickly loaded before guests arrive.

Create an aromatic atmosphere. Scented candles that evoke the aromas of the season can refresh stale indoor air. Butter cookie-, apple pieand cinnamon-scented candles can make it seem like you just finished some holiday baking.

Guests tend to drop by on a moment’s notice come the holidays. Preparing for the unexpected can make such visits more enjoyable. — Metro Creative Connection

Maintain your contact list Keeping a digital file of current addresses can make sending cards much more efficient. Update it regularly as people move or life situations change. While it may be more personalized to hand-address each card, sometimes time constraints may not permit that.

Printing address labels can save time. This also gives you more wiggle room to put personal sentiments inside of the card, where they are more appreciated.

Edit your recipients Mailing greeting cards can get expensive. Carefully review your holiday card list and see if anyone can be removed from the list. Opt for electronic greetings for those people on your list who you are not close with, such as coworkers. Reduce postage costs by personally delivering cards to family, friends and neighbors who live nearby. — Metro Creative Services

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HEALTH MATTERS

Dr. Muhammad Azam

Take measures to keep blood pressure in check

Often when you’re sick, it can be pretty obvious.

Aches, pains, coughing, fatigue, there are plenty of symptoms.

But what if you’re sick and you don’t even know it?

Nearly half of all Americans suffer from hypertension — high blood pressure — but many are unaware they have it, according to the American Heart Association.

Labeled a “silent killer” because it doesn’t have any obvious symptoms, hypertension is often left undiagnosed and untreated, increasing the chance for heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and other serious problems.

Regular blood pressure tests are the best way to catch hypertension before it progresses. Once diagnosed, high blood pressure can be kept in check through lifestyle changes and medication.

Under pressure Hypertension means the force of the blood in your blood vessels — in other words, blood pressure — is too high.

Blood pressure involves systolic and diastolic pressure forces. Systolic pressure is created as the blood pumps from your heart

throughout your system. Diastolic pressure is created when your heart rests between beats.

If the blood pressure is too strong, your heart and blood vessels become overworked. The excessive force becomes too strong and damages your arteries, creating a cycle in which your heart has to work harder and harder.

But even though your heart may be working harder, hypertension does not normally have any obvious symptoms. However, over time, the condition can contribute to serious and life-threatening health problems.

For example, progressive hypertension can lead to heart attacks when the arteries become too damaged.

Likewise, too much pressure on blood vessels in the brain can cause stroke.

Other problems such as heart failure, kidney disease, vision loss, and sexual dysfunction are possible because of damage to the blood vessels and an increased workload for the heart.

A variety of factors can contribute to high blood pressure including increasing age, diet, physical inactivity, being overweight or obese, and alcohol use.

Know your numbers Because hypertension is symptomless, the only way to detect it and stop it from progressing is by measuring your blood pressure.

Your blood pressure measurement is made up of the two forces, systolic and diastolic. Under new guidelines issued by the American Heart Association earlier this month, a blood pressure of less than 120 (systolic) over 80 (diastolic) is considered normal.

People with reading of 130 as their top number or 80 as the bottom number are now considered to have high blood pressure. High blood pressure used to be defined as 140/90.

The new guidelines are designed to help people take steps and make lifestyle changes to control their blood pressure earlier.

Check your pressure and make some changes If your blood pressure is normal, the American Heart Association recommends a blood pressure test, which is easily performed during a routine physical, at least every two years for people over age 20.

If you have high blood pressure you may need to measure it more often,

Dr. Muhammad Az sometimes at home.

People with high blood pressure will also need to make lifestyle changes to help manage their blood pressure. In addition, they may be prescribed medication to keep their blood pressure under control.

No matter what your blood pressure, though, you can keep the numbers down by making these healthhealthy lifestyle changes: • Eating a well-balanced, low-salt diet. The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan is one healthy diet that has been proven to help people lower their blood pressure.

Limiting processed foods, which are typically high in sodium,

can also help control blood pressure.

• Exercising regularly.

The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking. If you need to lower your blood pressure, aim for 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity three to four times per week.

• Maintaining a healthy weight. If you are overweight, losing as few as 10 pounds can help manage or prevent high blood pressure.

• Limiting alcohol. If you drink, limit your alcohol consumption to no more than two drinks per day for men and no more than one drink per day for women.

If you are diagnosed with pre-hypertension, making these changes can delay or even prevent the onset of hypertension. If you have already been diagnosed with hypertension, making these changes can increase the effectiveness of blood pressure medication as well as lower the risk of hypertension-related complications such as heart attack or stroke.

It is also important to note that if you have been prescribed medication to

control your blood pressure, be sure to take it properly and talk with your doctor about any side effects. Do not stop the medication without consulting your physician.

Listen to your heart Heart disease is a common condition affecting millions of people in America, but early detection and treatment of hypertension can help to reduce lifethreatening heart problems.

Although hypertension lurks quietly, it can be prevented or managed, especially when it is detected early. Having your blood pressure checked regularly and understanding the numbers can allow you to take the needed steps to keep it under control and prevent problems further down the road.

To find a physician with Princeton HealthCare System, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 888-742-7496.

Muhammad Azam, M.D., is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the medical staff at University Medical Center of Princeton.

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Historical Society of Princeton at Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: The Architect in Princeton. The exhibition features architectural drawings by Wright from the Historical Society’s collection, telling the story of Wright’s sole Princeton clients and the Frank Lloyd Wright house that could have been, through Dec. 31. Hours: Wed.-Sun. noon to 4 p.m. $4; princetonhistory.org.

Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine St., Doylestown, Pennsylvania. George Sotter: Light and Shadow, through Dec. 31; Dedicated, Displayed, Discovered: Celebrating the Region’s School Art Collections, through Jan. 7; www.michenerartmuseum.org; 215-340-9800.

Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “Clarence H. White and His World: The Art and Craft of Photography, 1895-1925,” The first retrospective devoted to the photographer in over a generation, the exhibit surveys White’s career from his beginnings in 1895 in Ohio to his death in Mexico in 1925, through Jan. 7; “Making History Visible: Of American Myths and National Heroes,” artists whose work is featured include Titus Kaphar, Thomas Hart Benton, Elizabeth Catlett, Glenn Ligon, Sally Mann, William Ranney, Faith Ringgold, William Rush, Kara Walker, Carrie Mae Weems, Charles White, John Wilson, and Hale Woodruff, through Jan. 14; “Hold: A Med-

itation on Black Aesthetics,” During the 1960s, black artists and intellectuals embraced the idea of a black aesthetic as an ideological alternative to Eurocentric notions of beauty and taste. Since then, black aesthetics has served more broadly as a site of convergence across the African diaspora, weaving a history of placelessness and belonging, support and constraint, holding and being held. The works in this exhibition, ranging from the 1950s to the present, embody various ways the aesthetic realm has enabled re-imaginings of blackness, through Feb. 11; “Rouge: Michael Kenna,” photographs by Kenna of the Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan, through Feb. 11.

Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.

Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. Bruce Katsiff at Ellarslie. “DrawCutShootPrintAssemble.” Exhibit featuring six artists who created works on paper. The artworks on paper include several sophisticated processes: collagraphs and digital prints, shaped paintings on paper, watercolor collages, very fine graphite drawings, etching, and mixed media, through Jan. 14. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632.

Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. “Newark and the Culture of Art: 1900-1960.” The exhibit explores the unique combination of art and industry that made Newark a magnet for modern artists in the early 20th century. Morven’s exhibition celebrates the culture of creativity that

flourished alongside John Cotton Dana, the visionary figure in the organization of the Newark Library and Newark Museum.

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Finding solutions in history Princeton resident Dwaine Williamson is an advocate for people in Princeton, and throughout Mercer County

I sat at a capacity-filled McCarter Theatre auditorium on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 19, and absorbed the intellectually and emotionally jarring content of seven plays about Princeton’s involvement with the institution of slavery.

Even though I felt depressed by my ignorance regarding Princeton’s past, I came away feeling upbeat about the value of a communal examination of the town’s history. The plays, part of the Princeton and Slavery Project, conveyed a clear message: building up one’s knowledge of the past, rather than ripping down all evidence of the past, might be an effective medicine for treating today’s cultural, social, and economic ills.

What further cheered me was that the message about the curative value of historical examination was one I had heard a few weeks earlier in a casual conversation, rather than a play script.

The words of wisdom emanated from Princeton resident Dwaine Williamson, an attorney who is making his presence felt as a prominent community advocate in Princeton and throughout Mercer County.

In the past few years, I became acquainted with Williamson — a longtime resident of Griggs Farm where he and his wife, Trina, raised their son and two daughters — through his community service. He is an officer in the Princeton Community Democratic Organization, an alternate member of the Princeton Municipal Planning Board, and a member of the Advisory Board of the Witherspoon-Jackson Development Corporation.

A speaker at many local academic and civic events, Williamson caught my attention when he moderated the PCDO gubernatorial debate earlier this year. He became my friend in reality (as opposed to the virtual world of Facebook), when he was appointed this year to the board of Mercer County Community College, where I also serve as a trustee. At a recent MCCC meeting, he described himself as a “solutionist,” who finds lessons in history that guide him to find solutions to challenging situations in his professional and volunteer roles.

“Regarding solutions, I try to take a no-blame, evidencedbased and cost-effective way to solve problems,” Williamson said.

“This means doing an unbiased and thorough analysis of the situation that relies heavily on historical perspective, discussing it with interested parties and then coming up with an acceptable so-

Dwaine Williamson’s Alexander Hamilton-like background has led to him working as an attorney and advocate. lution.”

History, he said, is key to this process, and involves learning about, and respecting roots, the roots of the nation, the roots of one’s race, the roots of one’s family. “It informs good problem solving,” Williamson said. “The knowledge of one’s past helps you move forward.”

Williamson has an Alexander Hamilton-style past that has shaped and continues to shape his future as a progressive leader in the community. The 46-year-old attorney with his own law practice in Trenton, was born on the island of Jamaica, immigrated

to Trenton with his mother and brothers, graduated from Trenton Central High School in 1989, graduated from Georgetown University in 1993. He was the first in his family to graduate college, and he became a naturalized United States Citizen in 1994.

In the midst of the challenges of growing up, financial struggles, the Trenton street life that for a while infected one of his siblings, he found intellectual stimulation and emotional solace by reading about history. Also, he said he had great support from the teachers at Trenton Central High School. It was there where he met Trina, a Kean University graduate, and who now teaches second grade in Trenton.

Being a real “history nerd” as a kid led him to believe in America and molded his determination to “defend and strengthen the principles on which this nation was founded.” Committed to teaching the benefits of connecting history to present-day issues, Williamson mentors teenagers within the Committed and Faithful Princetonians program of the Princeton YMCA. CFP is a mentoring initiative created in 2004 by Larry Spruill to help at-risk teens achieve academic, social, and personal goals and overcome obstacles in a safe and uplifting environment.

A recipient of the 2015 Committed and Faithful Princetonians Certificate of Achievement Award, Williamson teaches a CFP class every other Thursday. “We basically examine the racial and socio/economic history of the United States — how we ended up where we are today,” he says. “There is no blaming, but rather examining and providing context, so kids do not just accept their situations as part of their fate, so they do not to go along with what they perceive as ‘normal’ for their socio-economic circumstances.

I want to motivate them to take control of their future and adopt a positive vision.”

Williamson, who worked in finance before establishing his Trenton-based private law practice, said he believes that “law exists both to protect us and to provide us the life, liberty and pursuit of happiness rooted in the Declaration of Independence.” He prides himself on his ability to make the complexities of law easier to understand so that his clients can apply the laws to their own circumstances and assist them in achieving the American dream.

Looking at his past history, I conclude he will remain a presence in Princeton’s future.

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painting, textiles, ceramics, and sculptures, through Jan. 28, 2018. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609-924-8144.

Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s Literature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seiden. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual elements in storytelling, especially for children learning how to read, through June 24, 2018. This exhibit is open to the public Fridays through Sundays. Museum hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free; www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu; 848-932-7237.

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Mercer County Community College James Kerney Campus Gallery, Trenton Hall, 137 N. Broad St., Trenton.

“Shot,” an exhibit of photos of survivor of gun violence by Kathy Shorr, through Dec. 6. Hours: Mon. and Wed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wed. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.mccc.edu/jkcgallery.

Bernstein Gallery, Robertson Hall at Princeton University. “Shadows and Ashes: The Peril of Nuclear Weapons,” a multi-faceted exhibit, through Dec. 7. A discussion panel and reception will be held Nov. 13, 4:30 p.m.

“A Quiet Defiance: The Women’s War in Mali,” Anne Reid ‘72 Art Gallery at Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road, Princeton. Exhibit by Katie Orlinsky of photographs she took in Mali in 2013. Orlinsky is a photographer and cinematographer based in New York City, and has spent more than a decade as a photojournalist covering news and feature stories around the world, through Dec. 14. www.pds.org; 609-924-6700, ext. 1772.

Gallery 14, 14 Mercer St. Hopewell. “Antarctica and Death Valley” by Charlie Gross; “Sea, Sun and Surf, Coastal New Jersey Landscapes and Seascapes” by George Mattei, through Dec. 17. Gallery hours: Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. www.photogallery14.com; 609-333-8511.

D&R Greenway Land Trust, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. “Predators and Prey,” fine-art carvings of raptors and songbirds by Greg Pedersen. The works are on private loan by curator/collector Jay Vawter, through Dec. 28.

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646.

Princeton University School of Architecture, Princeton University Campus, “ARE WE HUMAN? The Design of the Species: 2 seconds, 2 days, 2 years, 200 years, 200,000 years.” The installation is designed by Andres Jaque and the Office for Political Innovation, an international practice that explores material politics at the intersection of design, research and activism. The entire School

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Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Artist Ken Wilkie exhibiting his collection of cartoons, including holiday cards he has created over 35 years, Dec. 2 through Jan. 3. Reception, Dec. 3, 2-4 p.m. Hours: Mon.Fri. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609275-2897.

Gourgard Gallery at Town Hall, 23-A N. Main St., Cranbury. “Cranbury Art in the Park.” A group show of paintings by artists who participated in the plein air series sponsored by the Cranbury Arts Council. Each month from May to October, a different Cranbury property hosts local artists to capture the scenes offered at their beautiful gardens and historic homes in Cranbury and the artists painted also in parks in and beyond the town, Dec. 2-29. Reception, Dec. 3, 1-3 p.m.Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also open Dec. 17, 1-3 p.m. www.cranburyartscouncil.org.

SUBMISSIONS New Jersey Equine Artists’ Association “NJEAA Art of the Horse.” Prallsville Mills, Stockton. Seeking submissions of horse art in all mediums. Entry deadline is March 1. Exhibit is May 20-June 17. For more information and/or prospectus, email xochitlb@comcast.net.

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weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. $5; 609-912-1272.

M R Square Dance Club, Saint Luke’s (Episcopal) Church, 1620 Prospect St. Ewing. Weekly progressive dances. No prior experience is needed. Please be prompt.

Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation; richd1squarerounddancer@msn.com; 609-844-1140.

LITERATI Author David Price, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Price will discuss his book, “Rescuing the Revolution: Unsung Patriot Heroes and the Ten Crucial Days of America’s War for Independence,” which presents nine biographical vignettes of people who remain the “unsung heroes” behind our nation’s struggle for independence during its darkest days, Dec. 4, 7 p.m. www.princetonlibrary.org; 609-924-9529.

SUBMISSIONS Lawrence Library One-Act Play Festival. The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is seeking submissions for its One-Act Play Festival. Playwrights, amateur or professional, should submit their plays by Dec. 22. Scripts can be emailed as a Word document attachment to akerr@mcl.org or may be brought to the Lawrence Headquarters Branch Library reference desk. Please include two title pages: one with the play title only and the other with play title and name, address, phone, and email address of the playwright. The playwright’s name should not appear in the script. Playwrights should be of high school age or older and reside or work in the Delaware Valley. Submissions are limited to a maximum of two per playwright. The festival will take place April 28. For more information, call 609-989-6922.

Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Vic Dibitetto, Dec. 1-2, 7:30, 9:45 p.m., $32; Open Mic Night, Dec. 6, $5; Joe DeVito, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 8-9, 7:30, 9:45 p.m., $20; www.stressfactory.com; 732-545-4242.

Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, Geocaching at Washington Crossing State Park, 355 West Windsor. Uncle Floyd, Dec. 1-2; Bill Garan, Dec. 8- Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville. Geo9; catcharisingstar.com; 609-987-8018. caching is a high-tech update on the old-fashioned scavenger hunt game, which utilizes GPS technology to locate objects hidden in the park. Participants will learn how to obtain information and hints from the Geocaching.com Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Cen- website, on the location of dozens of geocache sites in and ter, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Weekly Wednesday Con- around the state park. They will then use handheld GPS tra Dance, Dec. 6, 8-10:30 p.m. (Instruction at 7:30 p.m.), devices to go out and find as many caches as possible. $10; www.princetoncountrydancers.org.

This event is available to families and individuals only, “Dancing by the Peddie Lake with Candace-Wood- Dec 2, 1-3:30 p.m. Fee is $2 per person; 609-737-0609. ward-Clough,” 112 Etra Road, Hightstown. Instruction in “Vietnam Redux: Ken Burns Takes on His Biggest Swing, Foxtrot, Waltz and Latin dancing. Four-week sessions Challenge,” Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., begin Dec. 7 and Dec. 8. Beginner classes start at 7:30pm, Princeton. Lloyd Gardner, author and retired Rutgers Uniand intermediate classes begin at 8:30 pm. Register at can- versity professor of history launches the library’s series of daceclough1987@yahoo.com or 732-995-4284.

Vietnam War-related programs with a lecture about the Ken Friday Night Folk Dancing, Suzanne Patterson Center, Burns documentary “The Vietnam War,” Dec. 3, 2 p.m.

45 Stockton St., Princeton. One-hour instruction most www.princetonlibrary.org; 609-924-9529.

“Rochambeau at Princeton,” Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Dr. Robert Selig will be give a presentation on the comte de Rochambeau and the French expeditionary force he led through Princeton in August 1781 to help the Continental Army capture Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Dec. 6, 7 p.m. Free; www.princetonlibrary.org; 609-924-9529.

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