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Motorists Beware: Days Are Short and Deer Are Everywhere

Drivers are reminded to be extra vigilant on roadways this fall as the annual rut, or mating season, for white-tailed deer gets underway and daylight is limited during peak commuting hours, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced today.

At this time of year, deer are more likely to suddenly enter roadways as bucks pursue does, increasing the risk for drivers to stop suddenly or be involved in collisions. Deer activity is more likely to occur during early morning hours and around sunset, when visibility may be limited, and more motorists are on their work commutes.

Description automatically generated with medium confidence“Most of the thousands of collisions that deer have with motor vehicles in New Jersey every year occur during the fall mating season,” New Jersey Fish & Wildlife Assistant Commissioner David Golden said. “We urge drivers to be especially cautious and alert to the possibility of deer suddenly darting onto roadways, as well as know how to reduce the risk of a collision and possible serious injury to themselves or others.”

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Peak mating season for deer in New Jersey runs from late October to mid-December.

Awareness to the presence of deer will become even more important when daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6. This means that many commutes will then align with the time when deer are most active, and lighting conditions may be the most difficult for driving. Reduced lighting as well as sun glare can make it very difficult for drivers to see deer that are about to cross the road.

These tips can help drivers stay safe during peak periods of the annual fall rut:

• Slow down if you see a deer and then watch for sudden movement. If the deer is in the road and doesn’t move, wait for the deer to cross and the road is clear. Do not try to drive around the deer.

• Watch for “Deer Crossing”

signs. Drive slower when traveling through areas known to have a high concentration of deer so there is enough time to stop, if necessary.

• Use high beams during dark periods if there is no oncoming traffic or vehicles ahead. High beams will be reflected by the eyes of deer on or near roads.

• If you see one deer, assume that others may be in the area.

• Don’t tailgate. The driver ahead might have to stop suddenly to avoid colliding with a deer.

• Always wear a seatbelt, as required by law. Drive at a safe and sensible speed, following the speed limit, factoring for weather, available lighting, traffic, curves and other road conditions.

• Do not swerve to avoid impact if a collision appears inevitable; a deer may counter-maneuver sud-

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denly. Brake appropriately and stay in your lane. Collisions are more likely to become fatal when a driver swerves to avoid a deer and instead collides with oncoming traffic or a fixed structure along the road.

• Report any deer-vehicle collision to a local law enforcement agency immediately.

• Obey the state’s hands-free device law or refrain from using cellular devices while driving.

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Between The Lines

SURVIVAL GUIDE

Tuesday, october 22

The Power and Joy of Nonprofit Leadership

Nonprofit leadership is the topic in focus at a networking event and presentation hosted by NonProfitConnect, The Center for Modern Aging Princeton, and Your Part-Time Controller LLC on Tuesday, October 22.

The event takes place at the Conference Center at Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Registration is required. Cost: $40; $55 includes book. Visit https://form.jotform.com/241668150104146.

The day begins with a networking breakfast followed by a presentation by Joan Garry on “The Power, Responsibility, and Joy of Nonprofit Leadership.” Following her talk, Garry also signs copies of her book, “Guide to Nonprofit Leadership: Because the World is Counting on You.”

An alumna of Fordham University, Garry began her career as part of the management team that launched MTV and later as an executive at Showtime Networks. In 1997 she moved to the nonprofit sector as the executive director of the LGBTQ rights organization GLAAD. She also co-chaired the LGBTQ Finance Committee for

the Obama 2008 campaign.

The New Jersey resident is the founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab, an online resource offering content and community to board and staff leaders of small nonprofits, and is the principal of Joan Garry Consulting, offering executive coaching and strategic advising.

Below is an excerpt from Garry’s book, from a chapter on crisis management titled “When It Hits the Fan”:

This is one of those chapters you might feel compelled to skip. I, on the other hand, wouldn’t consider writing a book on nonprofit leadership without addressing it head-on. In fact, I was stunned to see how many books on leadership don’t tackle crisis management head-on. When I suggest to nonprofit leaders that they prepare for a crisis, they tell me, “I have enough trouble managing the challenges of the small and medium variety” or “If we focus on what we do well, we can avoid the big, bad crises.”

Neither is this a topic that readers raise with me; thus, you will not see a Dear Joan included in this chapter. No one ever asks me how to manage a crisis before it happens. But I am regularly besieged by emails about big, hot messes and how organizations can dig out of them. And, as I read the emails, I know the organizations are often making things worse because they didn’t have a plan.

You see, nonprofit leaders are by disposition an optimistic lot. They believe that with time, energy, smarts, strategy, and sheer will, they can improve society in ways large and small through their organizations. It’s one of the things I love about the people I work with. So fierce. So determined. So clear that “If not them, then who?” And “If not now, then when?” I spend

my days with folks like this, and this attitude leads me to work harder for them.

So, advocating that these nonprofit leaders take the time to consider the worst possible thing that could happen to their organization, their sector, or their client? This kind of request can fall on deaf ears. These fiercely determined, optimistic change agents don’t want to go there.

But go there you must, for two reasons: first, leaders are expected to take the reins in times of crisis. The great leader gives their community a sense of comfort that the crisis will be handled well, that folks will be cared for, and that everyone is working together. Now, the second reason: leaders are wrong when they say that if they focus on doing good work, they can avert crisis. It would be lovely if this were true, but it simply isn’t.

Learn more about Garry and her book at her website, www.joangarry.com.

Business Meetings

Wednesday October 16

Networking, BNI Falcons, IHOP, 610 Route 33, East Windsor, 877264-0500. www.bninjpa.org. Hybrid meeting. Speaker: Fred Voza, presentation on printing services. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Real Estate Business Alliance Presents: Expert Insights Into Development and the Current Market Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce, Mercer Oaks Catering, 725 Village Road West, West Windsor. www.princetonmercerchamber. org. Panel shares insights into their current projects, how they are navigating challenges, and the strategies behind their success. Register. 8 a.m.

Thursday October 17

Networking, BNI Tigers Chapter,

Joan Garry presents on nonprofit leadership at an October 22 networking event.

Conference Center at Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3237. www.bninjpa.org. Speaker: J C Castaneda, insurance. 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Networking BNI Top Flight Town Diner, 431 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-443-8222. www. bninjpa.org. 7 a.m.

Computer Graphics Film Show, Princeton ACM/IEEE Computer Society, Princeton University Computer Science Building, Small Auditorium, Room CS 105, 35 Olden Street, Princeton. princetonacm.acm.org. Annual computer graphics film show featuring the latest and greatest computer animations direct from the ACM SIGGRAPH conference held this summer. Hybrid meeting. Register via Meetup.com. 7:30 p.m.

Friday October 18

Networking, BNI Driven, Elks Lodge #2622, 1580 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-585-9610. www. bninjpa.org. Speakers: Wendy Rosen, divorce; and Tiffany Olszuk, wellness coaching. 7 a.m.

JobSeekers, Professional Service Group of Mercer County, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. psgofmercercounty.org. Kelly Sachter offers strategies to improve

your ability to respond to stressful or unexpected situations and crises, including job loss or transition. 9:45 a.m. to noon.

Saturday October 19

Mid-Day Toastmasters Club, , Hickory Corner Library, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, 908-421-6151. 4139.toastmastersclubs.org. Nonprofit dedicated to effective oral communication and leadership development. Meeting also accessible via Zoom. Visit tinyurl.com/zoomwithmidday. 10 a.m.

Tuesday October 22

The Power, Responsibility, and Joy of Nonprofit Leadership, NonProfitConnect, The Center for Modern Aging Princeton, and Your Part-Time Controller LLC, Mercer Community College Conference Center, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Presentation by Joan Garry followed by book signing. Register. $40 includes breakfast; $55 includes book. 8:30 a.m. to noon. Mid-Day Toastmasters Club 4139.toastmastersclubs.org. Meeting via Zoom. Visit tinyurl. com/zoomwithmidday. 11:30 a.m. JobSeekers. sites.google.com/ site/njjobseekers. Virtual meeting for those seeking employment. Visit website for GoTo Meeting link. 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday October 23

The ABCs of Planned Giving Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www. morven.org. Free presentation featuring Development professional Jerry Muntz. Learn how you can preserve your assets for the future and achieve your charitable goals. Register. 5 to 6 p.m. Business After Business, Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, 1 Plainsboro Road Education Center, Plainsboro. www.princetonmercerchamber.org. Register. 5 to 7 p.m.

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DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS, OCTOBER 16 TO 23

Event Listings: E-mail events@princetoninfo.com

While many venues have returned to hosting in-person events, others are still taking place online. Event descriptions specify if an event is being held virtually or in a hybrid format. To include your virtual or in-person event in this section email events@princetoninfo.com.

Wednesday o ctober 16

Art

Tim McFarlane - Black Drawings and other Things You Didn’t Know About, Gallery at Mercer County Community College 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. www.mccc.edu/gallery. Opening reception for exhibit featuring 17 pieces by Philadelphiabased artist Tim McFarlane that allows the viewer to imagine ongoing changes to human-made environments as emphasized through fluid, multi-layered systems, color, and process. On view through December 18. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

On Stage

The Rocky Horror Show, Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, Pennsylvania, 215-862-2121. www.bcptheater.org. The musical that inspired the 1975 classic cult film, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” follows engaged couple Brad and Janet on the adventure to beat all adventures. $75 and up. 7:30 p.m.

Dancing

Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance. $15. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Wellness

Wild Gentle Yoga: Yoga to Connect with Yourself and Nature, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Gentle yoga that builds body awareness, strength, flexibility and a better understanding of how humans connect to and reflect natural systems with Priscilla Hayes. Register. Pay what you can, $8 and up. 8 to 9 a.m.

History

Cranberry Business, New Egypt Historical Society, New Egypt Historical Museum, 125 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Find out why, when, and how cranberry sauce came to be in New Egypt, was first sold, and became a national tradition. Participants welcome to share their memories and experiences. Raffle tickets available for $5. 7 p.m.

For Parents

Preparing Students with Disabilities for a Successful Transition to College, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary. org. Learning disabilities specialist and author Elizabeth C. Hamblet discusses preparing students for a successful college transition. 7 p.m.

Lectures

So You Think You Know Civics: What is law?, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.morven.org. Tao L. Dumas, associate professor of political science and chair of the Prelaw Advisory Committee at The College of New Jersey, leads an interactive discussion exploring the role that law plays in our government. How do we make laws? What is the role of the Supreme Court? How can laws change? Hybrid event. Register. Free. 6 to 7 p.m.

Presentation of the Paranormal, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. www.trentonlib.org. Lecture by New Jersey Paranormal, a dedicated team of paranormal investigators, who delve into the mysteries of the supernatural, exploring the existence of energy and spirits beyond the here and now. Register. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Heritage Lecture Series, Dela-

ware River Greenway Partnership. www.delawarerivergreenwaypartnership.org. The Delaware River in Bucks County was one of the birthplaces of covered bridge building in America. But the last wooden structure spanning the river was demolished in 1945. What happened to the 11 great toll bridges that once connected Pennsylvania and New Jersey? Join local historian R. Scott Bomboy for a look at rare photographs of the bridges and hear the fascinating stories connected with them. Virtual event. Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.

Schools

Upper School Experience Visit Day, The Pennington School, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. www.pennington.org/admission/events. Learn about the offerings at the co-ed private high school. 8 to 11 a.m.

Socials

Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Princeton Comic Makers presents: JERSEY ART MEETUPS (JAM), a weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review

and feedback from other members if desired. Illustrators, animators, writers, and generalists are all welcome to join and discuss their art and career goals, share learning resources, promote current projects, or find friends and collaborators. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

Thursday o ctober 17

Classical Music

Classical Season Celebration, State Theater New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. www.stnj.org. Performance by candlelight featuring pianist Enriqueta Somarriba with a 45-minute program of classical favorites woven together with beloved pieces by Spanish composers in the theater’s intimate studio space. Cocktail attire. $195. 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Art

From North Africa to North America, Silva Gallery of Art at Pennington, The Pennington School, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. www.pennington.org. Opening reception for an exhibition of work by Alia Bensliman on view through December 13. Bensliman is a Tunisian-born

contemporary visual artist, and her work reflects a fusion of East and West with a particular focus on North African, Islamic, and Amazigh art. 6 to 7:30 p.m.

On Stage

Excerpts from Annulla, an Autobiography, Center for Modern Ageing Princeton, 101 Poor Farm Rd Building B, Princeton, 609-751-9699. engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/ event/697. Written and read by Emily Mann, acclaimed Broadway theater director and playwright and McCarter Theatre Artistic Director and Resident Playwright Emerita. In the play, a young woman goes to Eastern Europe to find her roots and uncovers the true story of a Jewish woman who passed as a non-Jew in Nazi Germany. Register. $15 suggested donation.

5 p.m.

Alma, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street, Trenton. www.passagetheatre. org. Benjamin Benne’s family dramedy exploring the complex relationship between a mother, daughter, and what home means to them. $33. 7:30 p.m.

Literati

Beyond the Concert Book Group: “The Septembers of Shiraz”, Princeton Public Library & Princeton University Concerts, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org. A discussion of Dalia Sofer’s bestselling novel “The Septembers of Shiraz” is held on Zoom in advance of Princeton University Concerts’ Feb. 12 event with Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor. Morning session in person; evening session via Zoom. Register. 10:30 a.m. to noon and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Book Launch: “The Princeton University Trivia Book”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. princetonlibrary.org. Helene van Rossum and Daniel J. Linke discuss their book and share their favorite Princeton University trivia. 6 p.m.

Story & Verse: open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Enjoy an evening of community-created entertainment in the form of storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Performers should bring their own work of their choice the theme “And then I realized what was really going on.” Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

Comedy Night Lambertville Station, Riverside Ballroom, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-

397-8300. Doors open at 5 p.m.; three-course dinner served at 6 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. Cash bar available. Hosted by Sean Morton of Last Comic Standing and featuring Jeffrey Paul and Gemini. Register. $85 per person. 5 p.m.

Farm Markets

Princeton Farmers Market Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529. www. princetonfarmersmarket.com. More than 30 vendors including local organic produce, pasture raised meat and eggs, farmstead cheeses, fresh baked goods, empanadas, all-natural dog and cat treats, homemade jam, oldworld style pickles, fresh flowers, handcrafted jewelry, knife sharpening, and more. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

History

Fall Lecture Series, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776. www.barracks.org. Catherine Kerrison discusses “Jefferson’s Daughter,” which shares the story of Thomas Jefferson’s three daughters, Martha and Maria by his wife Martha Wayles Jefferson and Harriet by his slave Sally Hemings. She discusses the sisters’ paths and how the laws and customs of early America limited their options. Q&A and book signing follow lecture. Free. Refreshments served. Books available for purchase. 6 p.m.

Lectures

Thursday Night Nature, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, PA. www.bhwp.org. Lecture series held via Zoom. Topic is “Wildflower Farm, Dance for LIFE (love, inspiration, faith, and empowerment) and Gardening for LIFE with Tomia MacQueen. Register. $15. 7 to 8 p.m.

Schools

Middle School Information Session, The Pennington School, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. www.pennington.org/admission/events. Learn about the offerings at the co-ed private middle school. 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Friday october 18

Classical Music

Thalea String Quartet, The Pennington School, Meckler Library, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. www.pennington.org. Free concert by the quartet celebrating diverse musical traditions from around the world. 7 p.m.

Behind the Music ... Stories and Songs, Westminster Choir College, Gill Chapel, Rider University, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. www.rider.edu/ arts. Recital features compositions by associate professor Tom Shelton, with song cycles performed by faculty members Elizabeth Sutton, Aaron Cafaro, and alumna Jenna Sims. Choral works presented by the Rider University Chorale and the Princeton Girlchoir’s Semi-Tones Ensemble. Free. 7:30 p.m.

Folk Music

Beppe Gambetta, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. www.princetonfolk.org. Guitar master presents a fusion of American Kentucky bluegrass and Italian folk music traditions. $25. Livestream available. 8 p.m.

Live Music

Just Us Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. www. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Rock. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. World Music

rosanne Cash and John Leven-

thal, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org. Duo revisits the music and stories behind “The Wheel,” celebrating the 30th anniversary of the album that marked the beginning of their creative partnership. $33 to $73. 7:30 p.m.

Art

Dream of a Tortuga- Marshlands in Wire Exhibit, Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. abbottmarshlands.org. Solo exhibit of wire art by Srishti Rajoria. Did you ever wonder how a turtle might chase its dream? Join Rajoria as she tells her vision of this journey and the many creatures met along the way through the Wire Sculpture in this “Marshlands Inspired” exhibit. 30 minute presentation by Srishti on her creative process and own journey that led her here, followed by a meet-and-greet with refreshments. Sculptures available for purchase. 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Dance

Wonderment, American Repertory Ballet, New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. www. arballet.org. Program of four diverse dance works: Antony Tudor’s “Little Improvisations”; Lar Lubovitch’s “Something About Night,” set to choral music by Franz Schubert; the Swan Lake “Black Swan Pas and Coda”; and the world premiere of a new ballet choreographed by Ethan Stiefel inspired by prolific baroque composer, conductor, and ballet dancer Jean Baptiste Lully, and one of his protégés, Marin Marais. 7 p.m.

On Stage

The Rocky Horror Show Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, Pennsylvania, 215-862-2121. www.bcptheater.org. The musical that inspired the 1975 classic cult film, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” follows engaged couple Brad and Janet on the adventure to beat all adventures. $75 and up. 7:30 p.m.

Alma Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street, Trenton. www.passagetheatre. org. Benjamin Benne’s family dramedy exploring the complex relationship between a mother, daughter, and what home means to them. $33. 7:30 p.m.

Deathtrap Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, PA, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. The play follows Sidney Bruhl, a once-successful playwright now grappling with a creative dry spell. When a former student sends Sidney a promising new script, the struggling writer hatches a plan to collaborate with the young playwright-or perhaps something more sinister? What unfolds is a suspenseful and hilarious exploration of ambition, greed, and deception. $24. 8 p.m.

Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical, Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.org. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s Gothic horror novella. $26. 8 p.m.

Clue, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre. org. The comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out who did it, where, and with what. $32. 8 p.m.

Nunsense, Villagers Theatre, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732873-2710. www.villagerstheatre. com. Musical farce about five nuns who put on a talent show to raise money to bury their sisters who died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by the convent cook. In the blackbox. $15. 8 p.m.

Film

Film Screening: “My Architect”, Institute for Advanced Study Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive, Princeton. www.ias.edu. Public screening of the documentary by

the Oscar-nominated film by current IAS School of Historical Studies Visitor Nathaniel Kahn. IAS School of Historical Studies Professor Maria Loh discusses the film with Kahn and open questions to the audience following the screening. Register. 4 to 7 p.m.

Dancing

Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.princetonfolkdance.org. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $10. 8 p.m.

Good Causes

Fall French Market Fundraiser Garden Club of Princeton, Mercer Island, corner of Nassau Street and University Place, Princeton. www.gcprinceton.org. Potted mums, fresh floral arrangements, and cut flowers for sale. Proceeds from this fundraiser fund the ongoing maintenance of All Wars Memorial Park and Mercer Island in Princeton. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Benefit Galas

29th Annual Gala, Mt. Carmel Guild of Trenton, Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton, 609-392-5159. www.mtcarmelguild.org. Enjoy a night of fellowship and celebration as the nonprofit honors nine outstanding individuals and organizations whose charitable endeavors and support help keep its programs offering relief for individuals and families experiencing both chronic and temporary personal crises alive. Register. $200. 6 p.m.

For Seniors

GMOs

Thousands of products now bear the Non-GMO Project Verified Label — your best assurance the foods you buy are Non-GMO. October is Non-GMO Month. We have special sales on Non-GMO Project Verified products all month long.

Men and Women in retirement Special Presentation: Advanced Care Planning, Center for Modern Ageing Princeton, Suzanne Patterson Building, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609751-9699. engage.cmaprinceton. org/component/events/event/694. Did you know that 70 percent of Americans nearing the end of their lives are unable to make decisions about their own healthcare? In this one-hour presentation, Paul Knight guides you through the benefits of Advance Care Planning. This process involves discussing and documenting your end-of-life healthcare preferences in advance, ensuring that your wishes are known and respected when it matters most. In person or via Zoom. Register. Free. 10 a.m.

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Monster Bash Prom, ACMe Screening Room, Lambertville Music Hall, 57 Bridge Street, Lambertville. www.acmescreeningroom.org. “Prom…in the 1970s,” “Carrie”-inspired shindig features a live DJ, dancing, food by The Greenhouse, drinks by donation, a costume contest (with prizes), a

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special guest MC, and more. Register. $45. 7 to 11 p.m.

Sports Princeton Football, Powers Field at Princeton Stadium, Princeton University. www.goprincetontigers.com. Brown. $12 to $15. 7 p.m.

Saturday o ctober 19

Classical Music

CMS Kids: Tuneful Travels, Princeton University Concerts Lee Rehearsal Room, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Host Rami Vamos and the professional musicians of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center will guide audiences through a magical journey where music for piano, violin, and bassoon becomes a vibrant expression of joy and movement. Audiences will experience music ranging from the gentle sway of slow melodies to the lively rhythm of fast tunes. This inclusive concert experience is adapted for neurodiverse audiences, including children with autism or other special needs. FOr ages 3 to 6. $5 kids; $10 adults. 1 and 3 p.m.

American Stories: opening Night! Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. www.capitalphilharmonic.org. Joan Tower’s “Made in America” and Florence Price’s “Ethiopia’s Shadow in America” conducted by Ruth Ochs. George Gershwin’s “Porgy & Bess” conducted by Vinroy D. Brown, Jr. Heather Hill, soprano, Keith Spencer, baritone. $24 to $50. 7:30 p.m.

Beethoven’s Triple, Princeton Symphony orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonsymphony. org. The PSO highlights concertmaster Basia Danilow and principal cellist Alistair MacRae joined

by pianist Steven Beck in Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto. 2023 Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Abels, well known for his film scores, takes inspiration from Vivaldi for his “More Seasons.” Prokofiev’s first symphony channels the classical style and bears the hallmarks of the composer’s unmistakable voice. $35 and up. 8 p.m.

Live Music

Craig Leach Group, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465. www. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. Classic rock. 1 p.m.

Hopewell Hayride Country Music Show, Hopewell United Methodist Church, 20 Blackwell Avenue, Hopewell. Featuring the Borderline Bluegrass Band. Family-style dining at 4 p.m.; show at 6 p.m. $15 cash at the door or via Eventbrite.com. 4 p.m.

Four on the Floor: ACP Alt Rock Fest, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton. org. Musician-run alt-rock music festival showcasing the area’s fresh emerging talent. Register. $15. Tickets include live performances, snacks, and one beer ticket for attendees ages 21+. 6:15 to 10 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green, Princeton. www. palmersquare.com. CloudBurst Band performs. Noon to 2 p.m.

World Music

Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. McCraven, a visionary drummer and composer, performs pieces from his latest album, “In These Times,” blending jazz, folk, and hip-hop. SHABAKA showcases his newest flute-forward album, “Perceive its Beauty, Acknowledge its Grace,” offering a rich sound that spans cultures and traditions. $33 to $73. 7:30 p.m.

Art

Robert Duran New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton. www.statemuseum.nj. gov. First day for the exhibit traces the arc of artist Robert Duran’s

evolutions and experiments in painting, drawing, and watercolor from roughly 1967 to the late 1990s. The California-born artist spent the latter part of his career in New Jersey. On view through March 16, 2025. 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Campus Collections outdoor Walking Tour: Residential Colleges Neighborhood Princeton University Art Museum, Ai Weiwei’s Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads, University Place. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Join a guided walking tour of the campus collections with an Art Museum guide and discover a variety of artworks by modern and contemporary sculptors, from Sol LeWitt to Maya Lin. 2 p.m.

Dance

TRANSGRESSING PoWERS: Dance of Desire, Action and Wisdom, West Windsor Arts Council, 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor. www.westwindsorarts.org. Performed by Dr. Maya Kulkarni, creator of the unique Shilpanatanam dance style. She presents two of her works in collaboration with dancers Bharathi Penneswaran and Ramya Shankaran. The dance is a combination of both Indian and Western forms, yoga, and wellness. The performance guides first time dancers to understand the bond between breath and movement. Register. $30 to $35. 6:30 to 8 p.m.

On Stage

Deathtrap, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, PA, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. The play follows Sidney Bruhl, a once-successful playwright now grappling

with a creative dry spell. When a former student sends Sidney a promising new script, the struggling writer hatches a plan to collaborate with the young playwright-or perhaps something more sinister? What unfolds is a suspenseful and hilarious exploration of ambition, greed, and deception. $24. 2 and 8 pm.

Nunsense Villagers Theatre 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732873-2710. www.villagerstheatre. com. Musical farce about five nuns who put on a talent show to raise money to bury their sisters who died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by the convent cook. In the blackbox. $15. 8 p.m.

Film

Pop-Up Gallery of Horror Movie Props, ACME Screening Room, Lambertville Music Hall, 57 Bridge Street, Lambertville. www.acmescreeningroom.org. Walk through an exclusive horror pop-up gallery hosted by curator and owner of the brand new “Nightmare in New Hope” gallery, Joe Gioconda. Joe is bringing pieces of horror film history with him to the Lambertville Music Hall for this limited time event. Register. $7. Noon to 5 p.m.

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes, State Theater New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. www.stnj.org. After a screening of the iconic movie, actor Cary Elwes (Westly) engages in a moderated discussion for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film revealing never-before-shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics. Moderated by journalist and musician Alex Biese. $25 to $150. 8 p.m.

Dancing

No Name Dance, Central Jersey Dance Society, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-945-1883. www. centraljerseydance.org. Hustle

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lesson by Donna Boyle followed by open dancing to a playlist of California Mix, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Night Club 2-Step, Country 2-Step, and Latin dance music with Boyle as DJ. No partner needed. Register. $15. 7 to 11 p.m.

Benefit Galas

2024 Beyond Words - Beyond one Night Princeton Public Library, Frick Chemistry Laboratory, Princeton University. www. princetonlibrary.org. Celebration of the spirit of community and the transformative power of the library. Register. $175 and up. 6 to 9 p.m.

Fairs & Festivals

Fall Family Fun Weekend, Terhune orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence. www.terhuneorchards.com. Celebrate fall with corn and hay bale mazes, pedal tractors, ducky races, children’s games, live music by Cold Soil Drifters, pick your own pumpkins and pumpkin painting, and more. $18. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Farm Markets

West Windsor Community Farmers’ Market, Vaughn Drive Lot, 877 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. www.wwcfm.org. Up to 50 farms and other vendors on site selling fresh produce, meat, sweets, beer, tea, bread, pickles, and more. Live music and other special events weekly. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Farmers Market, Montgomery Friends of open Space, Montgomery Township Municipal Center, 100 Community Drive, Skillman, 609-915-0817. www.montgomeryfriends.org. Jersey Fresh produce and farm products, baked goods, sauces, fibers, honey, flowers, coffee, and music. Rain or shine. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Health

A Different Kind of Psychiatry Case Presentation Series, American College of orgonomy, 732-821-1146. www.orgonomy.org. “The Salesman Who Needed to Cry.” Free webinar with Chris Burritt DO and Salvatore Iacobello, MD. Register. 4 to 5 p.m.

History

The Magic and History of Marquand Park, Historical Society of Princeton, Marquand Park, 46 Lovers Lane, Princeton. www. princetonhistory.org. In 1953, the Marquand family donated 17 acres of their estate, Guernsey Hall, to the municipality of Princeton to serve as an arboretum and passive recreation park. Once part of a 30-acre farm owned by Judge Richard Stockton Field, Marquand Park is home to more than 140 different tree specimens, some dating back more than 170

Concert Honors Late Composer

Classical Music Concert in Memory of Joel Spiegelman Renowned Composer, Conductor, and Pianist Honored by Internationally Acclaimed Musicians PRINCETON, NJ – On October 23, 2024, a special classical music concert will be held at Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College (101 Walnut Street, Princeton, NJ) in memory of the late Joel Spiegelman, an internationally renowned composer, conductor, and pianist. World-class musicians from the U.S., Canada, and Europe will come together to honor Spiegelman’s legacy by performing some of his most beloved works.

The concert will feature music by J. S. Bach, F. Chopin, A. Pärt, G. Kancheli, and A. Batagov, performed by acclaimed artists Polina Osetinskaya (piano), Anton Batagov (piano), Julian Milkis (clarinet), and Pavel Nersessian (piano). The evening will include solo performances and duos, featuring Milkis + Osetinskaya and Milkis + Batagov.

In addition to the music, this event will be attended by Joel Spiegelman’s family, including his daughters and grandchildren, who will gather in Princeton to celebrate his life and contributions to the world of music.

Joel Spiegelman was widely respected for his pioneering spirit in classical and avant-garde music. He conducted and performed internationally, including a decadeslong commitment to bringing Russian avant-garde music to broader audiences. For the last two decades of his life, Spiegelman was a resident of Princeton, where he continued to influence the world of music through his performances and col-

laborations.

The concert will take place on Sunday, October 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM.

Tickets: $45 General Admission | $35 Student Discount

Tickets can be purchased online https://www.ticketleap.events/ events/dalet-concerts or at the door.

For more information, please contact Irena Gobernik (daletconcerts@gmail.com).

About Joel Spiegelman

Joel Spiegelman (1933-2023) was a distinguished composer, conductor, and pianist whose career spanned over seven decades, making an indelible mark on the world of classical and contemporary music. Born in Buffalo, New York, Spiegelman was a child prodigy, giving his first concert performance on a local radio station at the age of four. By the age of thirteen, he made his national debut with the New York Philharmonic, establishing himself as a superb keyboard musician. His early career was marked by his remarkable talent, garnering attention from Musical America for his performance as a piano soloist with the Buffalo Philharmonic. Spiegelman’s education included prestigious institutions such as Yale, the University of Buffalo, Brandeis University, the Paris Conservatory, Moscow’s Gnesin Institute, and the Leningrad Conservatory.

As a composer, Spiegelman’s first work debuted in Paris when he was just twenty-five, and his compositions have been performed worldwide. He embraced a diversity of musical roles, excelling as a pianist, harpsichordist, and con-

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ductor. His career included teaching positions at institutions like Brandeis University, the University of California, San Diego (where he was Regents Professor), and Sarah Lawrence College, spanning a thirty-year period from 1961 to 1991.

In the realm of conducting, Spiegelman was an internationally sought-after figure. Since 1958, he conducted concerts from Moscow to Greenland, dedicating much of his career to bringing avant-garde Russian music to broader audiences. His deep connection to Russian music began during a cultural exchange in 1965 when he traveled to Moscow to study 18th-century keyboard music. There, he uncovered a movement of avant-garde composers whose works reflected revolutionary changes in music, moving away from traditional tonality and drawing on Freudian and revolutionary themes. During this time, Spiegelman met Igor Stravinsky, who was greatly interested in the new Russian music Spiegelman had encountered and smuggled out of the Soviet Union.

Spiegelman’s commitment to avant-garde music, particularly from Russia, defined much of his later career. His work as a conductor allowed him to collaborate with some of Russia’s most esteemed orchestras, including the Saint-Petersburg Philharmonic, the Moscow Radio TV Orchestra, and the Tchaikovsky Orchestra. He founded the Metro Philharmonic, an international youth orchestra in Moscow composed of young professional musicians, showcasing his dedication to nurturing the next generation of talent.

Among Spiegelman’s many

Preaching Sunday, October 20 is Jasmin Gonzalez, Chapel Intern, Princeton Theological Seminary.

University Chapel Choir with Nicole Aldrich, Director of Chapel Music and Chapel Choir, and with Eric Plutz, University Organist.

achievements was his collaboration with Leonard Bernstein, when in 1967 he performed as the harpsichord soloist in the New York premiere of Edison Denisov’s “Crescendo e Diminuendo” with the New York Philharmonic. His passion for innovation extended into the world of electronic music. In 1988, he collaborated with inventor Ray Kurzweil to record a transcription of Bach’s Goldberg Variations using cutting-edge sampling technology on the Kurzweil 250 keyboard. The result, titled New Age Bach, was released by EastWest Records and showcased Spiegelman’s forward-thinking approach to classical music.

Joel Spiegelman’s legacy includes retrospective concerts of his works in some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, the Moscow Conservatory, and the Kremlin. His impact was not limited to the concert hall—he was a frequent guest conductor in political and humanitarian contexts, including conducting the Kyrgyz National Symphony in

requiem concert for victims of the 2010 Kyrgyz revolution and returning to conduct during the Loving Cup International Festival in 2012.

Through his work as a composer, performer, teacher, and conductor, Joel Spiegelman profoundly influenced the world of music, bridging East and West, classical and contemporary, tradition and innovation. His enduring contributions continue to resonate through the musicians and audiences he touched over his remarkable career.

For the last two decades of his life, Spiegelman resided in Princeton NJ, where his influence as a musician and educator continued to thrive.

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years. Explore this incredible preserve with members of the Marquand Park Foundation, who share the property’s history and highlight the native and exotic trees in the collection. Register. Free. Rain date October 20. 2 to 3 p.m.

History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Parking Lot, 500 Mercer Road, Princeton. www.princetonhistory. org. Hike through the Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting. Hear stories about the Woods’ origin and the ways IAS mathematicians, physicists, and other members have engaged with it. Stops along the way will highlight the history of early Stony Brook, the Battle of Princeton, the Old Trolley trail, the establishment of the Institute for Advanced Study, and Founders Rock. Special stop at the Swinging Bridge, then hike over to the observation decks at the adjacent Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Register. $20. 3 to 5 p.m.

For Families

oAKtober Celebration Marquand Park Children’s Arboretum, 87 Lovers Lane, Princeton. www.marquandpark.org. Celebrate the oak with free oak saplings, cookies and cider, and an oak scavenger hunt. Rain date October 20. 10 a.m. to noon.

Lectures

2024 Green House Tour Video

Screening and Discussion Panel Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org. Three videos featuring sustainable homes on Princeton’s 2024 Green House Tour will be screened, followed by a panel dis-

cussion with the homeowners and several experts in green building. 10 a.m. to noon.

Outdoor Action

Saturday Morning Walking Club, Lawrence Hopewell Trail, Hunt House, 197 Blackwell Road, Lawrence. www.lhtrail.org/walkingclub. Walk through the Mercer Meadows Pole Farm and receive an introduction to birding and some common birds of the season. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy footwear, and bring water. Bring binoculars if you wish. Free. 9:30 a.m.

Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. 3 mile walk on the towpath, weather permitting. Free. Register to canalwalkers@googlegroups.com for notices of weather-related cancellations. 10 a.m.

Exploring the Kingston Lock Area Kingston Historical Society Kingston LockTender’s House on the D&R Canal just off Route 27, Kingston. www.khsnj.org. Onemile easy stroll focusing on historic structures of the Delaware and Raritan Canal in the Kingston area led by Robert von Zumbusch, president of the Kingston Historical Society and Charlie Dieterich, Society secretary and archivist. Paths are flat but may be muddy; appropriate footwear advised. Participants can also see the canal exhibits and a demonstration of models of the lock and original A-Frame bridge in the Locktender’s House. Light refreshements served. Free. 2 p.m.

Socials

International Music Festival, Center for Modern Ageing Princeton, Suzanne Patterson Building, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-751-9699. engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/696. Day of dance, food, and music, where everyone can feel at home. This festival is a joyful space to come together, celebrate our rich cultural tapestry, and create lasting

memories as a community. Register. $10. 2 p.m.

Ghost Tour, ACME Screening room, 25 South Union Street, Lambertville. www.acmescreeningroom.org. Walking ghost tour covering sites in Lambertville and New Hope including the Lambertville House that Adi-Kent Thomas Jeffrey, founder of The Ghost Tours of New Hope, used as a place to write. Register. $20. 3 and 3:30 p.m.

Sports for Causes

Paws for our Cause Walk & Family Wellness Fair, Meals on Wheels of Mercer County, Rosedale Park, 424 Federal City Road, Pennington. www.mealsonwheelsmercer.org. Family members of all ages can participate in pet-related activities and other activities that encourage a healthy lifestyle. Programs include a pet costume contest, pet food collection, family exercise demos, nutritional counseling, music, basket auction, pet adoption with Easel, and more. 1 p.m.

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Classical Music

An Autumn Afternoon Concert

The opera Project, Thompson Memorial Church, 1680 Aquatong Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. www.theoperaproject.us. Tickets at the door $20. 3 p.m.

Birthday Celebration, Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, Route 206 at Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. www. musicalamateurs.org. Kick off the 90th season, open to past choristers, casual vocalists, and fans of choral music. 4 p.m.

Beethoven’s Triple, Princeton Symphony orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonsymphony.

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org. The PSO highlights concertmaster Basia Danilow and principal cellist Alistair MacRae joined by pianist Steven Beck in Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto. 2023 Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Abels, well known for his film scores, takes inspiration from Vivaldi for his “More Seasons.” Prokofiev’s first symphony channels the classical style and bears the hallmarks of the composer’s unmistakable voice. $35 and up. 4 p.m.

Folk Music

An evening with the Mountain Goats McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Indie folk band founded by singersongwriter John Darnielle that has evolved to include various collaborators such as bassist Peter Hughes, drummer Jon Wurster, and multi-instrumentalist Matt Douglas. 7 p.m.

Outdoor Concerts

Music Fest Sundays, Palmer Square Green, Princeton. www. palmersquare.com. Epic Soul, Motown performs. 1 to 4 p.m.

World Music

Horizons, Princeton Singers, Art on Hulfish, 11 Hulfish Street, Princeton. www.princetonsingers. org. Works of Australian, European, South African, and music of the Americas exploring the influences of indigenous music on classically trained composers. $40. 7 p.m.

Art

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The vibrant colors of fall are on full display, both in the leaves falling from the trees and in these three new art exhibits, all recently arrived to regional galleries and all free and open for the public to view and enjoy.

Gallery at MCCC

Mercer County Community College’s Gallery hosts “Tim McFarlane – Black Drawings and Other Things You Didn’t Know About,” through Wednesday, December 18. An opening reception takes place Wednesday, October 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Light fare and refreshments will be served, and Mercer’s faculty jazz band ensemble led by Scott Hornick provides musical entertainment.

The exhibit features 17 pieces by Philadelphia-based artist Tim McFarlane and allows the viewer to imagine ongoing changes to human-made environments as emphasized through fluid, multi-layered systems, color, and process. Using mostly mixed media or acrylic on canvas, McFarlane captures his observations of humandriven changes in everyday life such as the remaking of public and personal spaces, the remnants of old buildings at construction sites, public spaces changed through continual use, and more.

For more information about Tim McFarlane, visit: https://timmcfarlane.com/work/about.

Gallery at Mercer County Community College, Communications Building Room 250, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Open Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 7 p.m. www.mccc.edu/ gallery

Silva Gallery of Art

The Silva Gallery of Art at the Pennington School hosts “From North Africa to North America,” an exhibition of work by Alia Bensliman, through Friday, December 13. A public reception takes placeThursday, October 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with remarks at 7 p.m.

A statement from the gallery describes Bensliman’s art and inspiration:

Growing up in Tunisia in North Africa, Bensliman’s art reflects a fusion of East and West with a passion for North African, Islamic, and Amazigh art. Her drawings are full of symbols and meaning that illuminate milestones in her life and draw from both her past experiences and her everyday life. The intricate level of detail in each piece allows the viewer to discover additional details and make new interpretations each time they view a piece.

In “From North Africa to North America,” Bensliman’s work mirrors her view of life and her sentiments about the current state of our world: socio-political issues, taboos, religious views, relationships, health concerns, and human rights. Using combinations of intricate lines, shapes, and repetitive patterns, Bensliman enhances her designs with color, ink, gold and silver paint, and handmade, environmentally friendly watercolors that she creates herself.

Focused on sharing her art in academic settings, Bensliman’s recent exhibits include shows at the Lawrenceville School and the Princeton University Art Museum.

During the pandemic, Bensliman felt trapped and grew very nostalgic about her origins and her roots. She decided to create a series of Amazigh and North African women’s portraits with backgrounds of arabesque geometric patterns and Arabic calligraphy that echoed the architecture, colors, and landscape of her childhood and early adulthood in Tunisia. Creating this series, which is included in the show, made her feel closer to home, evoking happy sensations and memories from that time and place.

Silva Gallery, Pennington School, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. 609-737-4133 or email SilvaGallery@pennington. org.

New Jersey State Museum

The State Museum in Trenton presents a new exhibition and accompanying publication featuring the work of an artist who spent the latter part of his life working in New Jersey. “Robert Duran,” opening Saturday, October 19, offers visitors the opportunity to trace the arc of Duran’s evolutions and experiments in painting, drawing, and watercolor from roughly 1967 to the late 1990s. The exhibition will be on view in the first floor gallery through March 16, 2025. At statement from the museum explains the following about the artist and the exhibit:

Born in Salinas, California, to a Filipino father and Shawnee mother, Robert Duran (1938–2005) arrived in New York in the early 1960s via San Francisco, where he soon became part of the artistic milieu associated with Bykert Gallery. Originally a sculptor, Duran and his approach to painting offer an alternative to both the hard-edge geometric abstraction and minimalism that dominated much of the 1960s and ’70s in New York. Duran’s acrylic wash surfaces and “color shapes,” as critic Carter Ratcliff called them, at times resemble petroglyphs, and at others take on cartographic or even geological qualities.

Despite a critically successful career in the New York art world, around 1980 Duran moved with his

family to Hillsdale, New Jersey, where he privately continued to develop his painting style. Much of what we know about Duran is limited to exhibition history and anecdotes from friends, family, and acquaintances who can only begin to flesh out certain contours of the artist’s life, often leaving more questions than answers.

Sarah B. Vogelman, the museum’s acting curator of fine art, became aware of Robert Duran and his artwork while researching lesser known New Jersey artists. “I was immediately drawn to Duran’s unique sensibility when it comes to form and color. His experimental and playful approach to both acrylic paint and watercolor set him apart from contemporaries of his era, and still feels fresh in today’s landscape.” Vogelman continues,

Clockwise from above left, ‘Sprouting Mind’ by Alia Bensliman at the Pennignton School’s Silva Gallery; an untitled 1970 Robert Duran work at the State Museum; and ‘Sail to the Moon’ by Tim McFarlane at The Gallery at MCCC.

“He was part of an artistic community that included some of the most important American artists of the twentieth-century, and based on the quality of the work alone, Duran deserves be to part of that art history, too.” The exhibition seeks to reintroduce this artist to the public primarily through the most signifi-

cant record of his life available to us: his paintings and works on paper.

New Jersey State Museum, 205 West State Street, Trenton. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; closed on all State holidays. www.statemuseum.nj.gov

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McCarter Review: ‘Duel Reality’

Tby Neal Zoren

he brawl begins in the right center aisle of Princeton’s McCarter Theatre where men clad in shades of red start talking about being insulted and start pushing each other and shouting taunts to blue-garbed loudmouths congregated in the left center aisle.

Soon the fracas has reached the McCarter stage where surly knaves from both sides convene to “bite their thumbs” at each other while denying it to stay on the right side of the law, “thumb biting” being akin to flipping a middle finger and the laws of Verona, where this scene is laid, prohibiting such action.

All this quarreling, thumb biting, and caution about it tell us clearly we are in the world of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” and witnessing a robust, if prolonged, enactment of an early scene in which feuding Capulets, here in red, and Montagues, here in blue, tease and bait one another illustrate how fierce and disruptive the enmity between those two houses, both alike in dignity, is.

It is one of the sequences in which “Romeo and Juliet” provides the framework for an evening of balance-defying feats that amaze and amuse as Shakespeare generally moves to the side to get out of the way of a magnificent troupe of circus performers who twist, twirl, juggle, climb, fly on the trapeze, demonstrate incredible dexterity and strength, and dazzle in a way that makes one marvel at the human body and the discipline through which it can manage extraordinary examples of poise, concentration, and just plain fun.

Alas, the troupe that astounded so entertainingly, Montreal’s 7 Fingers, only visited McCarter for a week. Their show, “Duel Reality,” is gone, but the adroitness of its performers, whether they were showing off fine motor skills or achieving acrobatic wonders, is

worth remembering and catching up with should an opportunity present itself.

Members of 7 Fingers proved to be deft singers and dancers as well as superb circus performers. They did a lot to impress, most of it involving eye-hand coordination, pure strength, and body control that rendered most of our daily movements modest and perfunctory at best.

You see “Romeo and Juliet” is already forgotten in admiration of the performing ensemble’s nimble miracles.

The rudiments of Shakespeare’s tragedy are visible. During the opening mayhem, a red-clad lad is pushed forward in a way that leaves him standing in the way of bluerobed maiden. They display immediate attraction for each other, provoking others in blue and red to pummel each other more.

Eventually, this physical battling gives way to a different kind of competition, one that goads a participant in red to improve upon the feats of an attention-getter in blue, the object being to take the fight from the battlefield and make it a competition of wit and derringdoo.

Again, events related to “Romeo and Juliet” are clear, usually presaged by one among the cast reciting some lines from Shakespeare. Mercutio and Tybalt’s famous duel turns deadly by Romeo’s interference. The famous star-crossed couple marry and consummate.

These episodes are more representative than they are important. While one might be moved, in one of several directions, by Tybalt’s death — more on that later — what we want to see and what earns 7 Fingers its rousing welcome is not its ability to incorporate a classic work into a circus performance — That part of “Duel Reality” is minimal and inconsequential, just some suggestions to give some context — but to demonstrate physical skills that make our jaws drop.

The “Duel Reality” programs

wright-or perhaps something more sinister? What unfolds is a suspenseful and hilarious exploration of ambition, greed, and deception. $24. 2 p.m.

seum.princeton.edu. Join a guided walking tour of the campus collections with an Art Museum docent and discover a variety of artworks by modern and contemporary sculptors. Rain or shine; stair-free. 2 p.m.

Dance

On Stage

does not delineate which performer played which role or thrilled with a specific circus specialty, but the troupe was unanimously gifted.

“Duel Reality” begins, as mentioned, with the brawl. The audience is invited to get involved as cheering sections, I sitting house left was given a blue wrist band and coached to cheer for the blue teams while folks sitting on the other side of the house were given red bands and prompted to encourage the Montagues.

The fight is remarkable for how intense it gets, but it remained only a fight, it would overstay its welcome as theater. Attention is paid when you see combatants climb poles, metal rods that look too slick to allow the casual footsteps 7 Fingers uses, reach a spot, then with two hands on the pole reach out gracefully which their legs to land a kicking blow on a rival’s head. Or keep one hand and one foot against the pole and lash out at a foe from that position.

These movements were remarkable to watch, but “Duel Reality” became most engaging when individual performers broke out to demonstrate their individual expertise.

These spotlight moments were allegedly a competition, but performers in blue often received more help that resistance from an “enemy” in red.

It was the feat that counted, and it was exhilarating to watch as one man roamed the stage keeping track of what looked at one time to be at least a dozen balls he caught and juggled, keeping them constantly in mid-air.

OK, occasionally one fell, but it never seemed to be a defeat, only odds claiming their due.

I watched this juggler closely, concentrating on his concentration. I could feel his eyes studying the pattern of the balls as they rotated in mid-air and marveled when he added a ball to the pack or caught and disposed of them so nonchalantly.

comers in stitches as they try to figure out who did it, where, and with what. $32. 3 p.m.

Fairs & Festivals

Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.org. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s Gothic horror novella. $26. 2 p.m.

Clue, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre. org. The comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and new-

The ease, naturalness, and comme il faut attitude of the performers as they accomplished the astonishing added to the joy of their acts. Nothing fazed them. They were catching balls, manipulating hoops, leaping choreographically on seesaws, catching each other in mid-air, and doing what had to be difficult with no sign of effort. To them, walking on the edge of a thin surface, negotiating at least 10 hoops, and being able to control separate joints and muscles so arms, waists, and legs can be working at different tasks at the same time, looked as effortless as the average Princetonian walking from the dinky to the Amtrak train at Princeton Junction on any given morning.

The woman twirling a hoop on each limb, one leg extended while the other remained — what else? — rooted to the ground, one arm up above her head, the other pointing straight out from her should, a hoop gyrating around her chest, her midriff, her waist, her hips, her thighs, her knees, and her ankles all at once, was a joy and wonder to behold. Think of having such physical control of so many joints at once and the concentration to be aware of what each needed to remain in synchronous motion.

It was a special moment when the performer playing Romeo, sitting on a trapeze, was able to lift and manipulate Juliet, catching her his just arms, holding her with his feet, and bringing her to sit with him on the trapeze.

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Fall Family Fun Weekend, Terhune orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence. www.terhuneorchards.com. Celebrate fall with corn and hay bale mazes, pedal tractors, ducky races, children’s games, live music by Tom Church Raw Magic Band, pick your own pumpkins and pumpkin painting, and more. $18. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Farm Markets

Hopewell Farmers Market, Fairgrown Farm, 62 East Broad Street, Hopewell. hopewellfarmersmarket.com. Fresh produce and vendors selling grass-fed beef, flowers, and more. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

History

Sunday open House Tours, New Egypt Historical Society, New Egypt Historical Museum, 125 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Museum open with docents on hand to answer questions. Raffle tickets available for $5. 1 to 4 p.m.

Princeton History Walking Tour Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www. princetonhistory.org. Walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. $15. Register. 2 to 4 p.m.

7 Digits didn’t quite pull off all of the emotions and plot details of “Romeo and Juliet.”

It didn’t matter. “Duel Reality” was full of moments that thrilled and astounded. On those terms, it succeeded mightily.

The cast McCarter hosted in “Duel Reality” were Daniela Corradi, Adam Fullick, Gerardo Gutiérrez, Michelle Hernandez, Marco Ingaramo, Miliève ModinBrisebois, Per Einar Kling Odencrantz, Anton Eric Perrson, Ashleigh Roper, Santiago Rivera, and Arata Urawa.

Singers were Sophie Beaudet, Katee Julien, Ricardo Isaias Collier, Alexandre Désilets, and Mykalle Bielinski.

Music was by Colin Gagné, who wrote lyrics with Ricardi Isaias Collier. Most of the music was original. Some lyrics came directly from “Romeo and Juliet.”

“Duel Reality” was directed by Shanna Carroll, who kept things lively.

For Families

Family Sundays, Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton, 609-888-3218. www.abbottmarshlands.org. Unearth your inner naturalist with aguided nature activity featuring one-of-a-kind animal artifacts for you to explore. For all ages. Free. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Trail & Treat Lawrence Hopewell Trail, Village Park, Yeger Drive, Lawrence Township. www.lhtrail. org. Children 12 and under and their families can wear their Halloween costumes, ride their bikes on the trail to collect candy and treats, have their faces painted, and enjoy live music by kids band School of Rock. 3 to 5 p.m.

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Monday o ctober 21

Lectures

Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs Marks 90 Years Making Joyful Song

The Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs is launching its 90th year with a birthday celebration at its first session of the season on Sunday, October 20, at 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton at 50 Cherry Hill Road. All are welcome.

In the fall of 1935, the Chairman of Princeton University’s Music Department hosted an informal Sunday afternoon gathering of about 20 people with a simple goal in mind: “Let’s just sing.” Selections from choral literature were chosen. There was no rehearsal, and a single pianist accompanied the group.

Nine decades years later, the same spirit endures for the 266 members of the Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs (PSMA) community. Each month, from October through April, PSMA gathers at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation to raise their voices, simply for the joy of singing together. The gatherings are informal, with guest conductors from local choruses and orchestral accompaniment for most works. There are no

cpnj.org. “Transformational Advocacy: Reclaiming Our Democracy,” presentation by Sam HaleyHarris, author of “Reclaiming Our Democracy: Every Citizen’s Guide to Transformational Advocacy,” founder of the anti- poverty lobby RESULTS in 1980 and the CIVIC COURAGE lobby in 2012. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.

How to Hunt the Jersey Devil, Mercer County Library. mcl.org/ events/amateur-photo-contest. Discussion of the Jersey Devil and South Jersey Folklore. Witches, monsters, ghosts and other supernatural characters abound in the Pine Barrens. Learn about the fascinating history and tall tales, as well as practical steps to avoid being eaten by Mother Leeds’ 13th Child. South Jersey native Tony DiGerolamo brings his unique brand of humor to talking about his adventures in the Pines and beyond. Register for link to program. 6:30 p.m.

Schools

Cervone Center for Learning Information Session, The Pennington School, 112 West Delaware Avenue, Pennington. www. pennington.org/admission/ events. 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Sports for Causes

Tom Jackson Champion Golf and Tennis Tournament, Hopewell Valley YMCA, Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, Trenton. www.hvymca.org. Tennis and golf tournaments followed by cocktails and dinner to benefit the Y’s youth sports programs. Register. $85 and up. 10 a.m.

Tuesday o ctober 22

Classical Music

Mixtape, Princeton University Music Department, Taplin Auditorium, Fine Hall, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu. Presentation of original compositions from the graduate student composers of Princeton Sound Kitchen. Free; no ticket required. 8 p.m.

On Stage

auditions or rehearsals.

Marilee Thompson, PSMA board president and long-time member, enjoys the uniqueness of the all-volunteer organization. “We are one of the hidden gems of the Princeton area. We encourage anyone who has ever experienced the ‘high’ of singing the great choral masterworks to attend any of our seven Sunday afternoon sessions each year. You show up and sing. Sometimes we nail it, sometimes we don’t. But it’s always fun and uplifting.”

Favorite works from past seasons include Handel’s Messiah, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, and requiem masses from Brahms, Mozart, and Fauré. The January session is a semi-staged Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, complete with costumed soloists from a local Gilbert and Sullivan society.

“Sometimes, we’re sight-reading,” says Karen Jenkins, a cellist with the orchestra and PSMA board member. “But it also feels like a jam session, because we’re all just playing and singing. It’s very lowstress and lots of fun. I love that!

ready to give up for the day. As she fights to win the part, the power slowly changes hands as she turns the tide on the writer-director and his ideas about seduction. $45. 7:30 p.m.

Film

Film: “The Manchurian Candidate” Princeton Public Library 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org. In this classic political thriller from 1962, a Korean War veteran becomes an unwitting assassin in an international communist conspiracy to overthrow the U.S. government. 2 hours, 6 minutes. 3 p.m.

Dancing

Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. www.princetonfolkdance.org. No partner necessary. $5. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Literati

C.K. Williams Reading Series, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street, Princeton. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Sam Sax’s novel “Yr Dead” is a queer, Jewish, diasporic coming of age story that questions how our historical memory shapes our political and emotional present. Presentation by the author as well as student readers. 6 p.m.

Lectures

Meeting, 55-Plus Club of Princeton. www.princeton.com/ groups/55plus. Steve Kornacki, National Political Correspondent for NBC & MSNBC, will speak on the November 2024 Elections. Steve Kornacki is a National Political Correspondent for NBC News & MSNBC, reporting on the latest political developments across all platforms. Via Zoom only 10 a.m. oAKtober Talks, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.morven. org. Daniel Druckenbrod, professor in the Department of Earth and Chemical Sciences at Rider University, discusses his work dating trees using Dendrochronology including an oak from Marquand Park. Elizabeth Hyde, pro-

There’s nothing like being immersed in Handel’s Messiah with a full chorus and orchestra all around you. I feel very connected to the experience, and everyone is just there to play, sing, and have a good time. It’s magical.”

Walk-in singers and listen-only guests are welcome at all sessions. Orchestra members participate by invitation, based on the instrumental needs of the work. Light refreshments are available during a break and participants are encouraged to mingle and socialize.

The October 20 session features Fauré’s Requiem and Vivaldi’s

Gloria, conducted by Nicole Aldrich. The remainder of the 2024’25 calendar includes:

Sunday, November 17: Bach’s Mass in B Minor conducted by Tom Juneau.

Sunday, December 22: Handel’s Messiah conducted by Ruth Ochs.

Sunday, January 12: Gilbert & Sullivan’s Iolanthe conducted by Lee Milhous.

Sunday, February 2: Orff’s Carmina Burana conducted by Heather Mitchell.

Sunday, March 9: Verdi’s Requiem conducted by Alicia Brozovich.

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Sunday, April 6: Mendelssohn’s Elijah conducted by Chris Loeffler. For updates and further information, visit musicalamateurs.org or email musical.amateurs@gmail. com.

fessor in the Department of History at Kean University, presents her research surrounding André Michaux’s “Histoire des Chênes de L’Amérique” and the geo-politics of the oak in the 18th century Atlantic World. Register. $10. 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Panel: House Genealogy, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www. princetonlibrary.org. The library, Historical Society of Princeton and the Princeton Historic Preservation Commission discuss resources and methods for researching the history of a house. Register. 7 p.m.

Wednesday o ctober 23

Classical Music

In Memory of Joel Spiegelman, Dalet Concerts, Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. www. ticketleap.events/events/daletconcerts. Concert in memory of the late composer, conductor, and pianist features music by J. S. Bach, F. Chopin, A. Pärt, G. Kancheli, and A. Batagov, performed by acclaimed artists Polina Osetinskaya (piano), Anton Batagov (piano), Julian Milkis (clarinet), and Pavel Nersessian (piano). The evening will include solo performances and duos, featuring Milkis & Osetinskaya and Milkis & Batagov. $45. 7:30 p.m.

Cancellation

Authors Peter R. Grant and B. Rosemary Grant, Princeton

Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org. The Princeton University evolutionary ecology husband and wife team, renowned for the work with Darwin’s finches in the Galápagos archipelago, each discuss their recently released memoirs. Rescheduled for February, 2025.

On Stage

Venus in Fur, Bristol riverside Theater, The Regency Room, 190 Mifflin Street, Bristol, PA. www.brtstage.org. Sexy and hilarious tale about an uninhibited actress who barges into an audition room just when the director is ready to give up for the day. As she fights to win the part, the power slowly changes hands as she turns the tide on the writer-director and his ideas about seduction. $45. 7:30 p.m.

Dancing

Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance. $15. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Wellness

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Lectures

Photo History’s Futures: Mark Sealy, Princeton University Art Museum, A71 Louis A. Simpson Building, Princeton University. artmuseum.princeton.edu. As part of the Photo History’s Futures lecture series highlighting exciting voices in the field, Mark Sealy speaks about his scholarship and exhibition practice. Sealy is the author of “Photography: Race, Rights and Representation” (2022) and “Decolonising the Camera: Photography in Racial Time” (2019), and has been the director of Autograph ABP (London) since 1991. 5 p.m.

Meet the Curators Tour of Morven revealed, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton. www.morven.org. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the museum’s newest exhibition, “Morven Revealed: Untold Stories from New Jersey’s Most Historic Home,” with curators Beth Allan

PRE VIEW

Nightmare in New Hope: A Dream for Horror Fans

Joseph Gioconda has spent the past 25 years acquiring a vast collection of movie memorabilia, which consists of props and costumes that were used in a variety of popular films, some of which have been autographed. Rather than keeping his collection stored away at his home, like he once did, Gioconda is displaying his possessions to the public at his new horror gallery and shop: Nightmare in New Hope.

Gioconda is specially presenting some rare horror items from his collection at Nightmare in New Hope, but as a limited time pop-up gallery on Oct. 19. The pop-up is a part of this year’s Lambertville Halloween Film Festival, which is an event that helps fundraise for the ACME Screening Room.

The pop-up gallery will open at noon and feature memorabilia from cult classic horror films. Gioconda will lead a reception in the gallery at 5 p.m., during which he will speak about the history of the various pieces and props, as well as just how he acquired them. Gioconda is particularly enthusiastic for visitors to see the one-of-a-kind bloody jacket that Neve Campbell wore in the second half of “Scream.”

“I think about how much excitement people have around seeing props and costumes that they’ve seen on screen, in movies and TV shows, and so I decided to experiment with the idea of having a gallery,” said Gioconda. “A lot of the films or many of the films that I had props from had actually been screened there [at the ACME Screening Room].”

Gioconda’s collection all started when he acquired a parking pass prop from “The Godfather.” Collecting pieces of movie memorabilia every so often then became a hobby for him. In time, Gioconda developed a heavier interest in collecting bigger and better items that were featured in films. He now actively seeks out new pieces that he can add to his collection.

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Memorabilia from horror movies make up a sizable portion of Gioconda’s collection. At Nightmare in New Hope and even when he kept his collection at home, the attorney has noticed that individuals often gravitate towards certain genres that peak their interest, including horror.

Before opening Nightmare in New Hope earlier this year, Gioconda would only take items from his collection out of storage to either display them in his home or lend them out to friends. This, however, was not satisfying enough for the collector.

“A lot of these pieces are really rare and people really would enjoy seeing them,” said Gioconda.

Gioconda also said that he felt that individuals looked forward to the opportunity to see his unique possessions, which played a large role in his decision to open the gallery in Bucks County, P.A., where he lives with his family.

The collector, the son of a secretary and a New York City detective, grew up in Queens, N.Y.

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The collector has found parallels in his hobby to his professional life. Gioconda owns his own law firm, Gioconda Law Group, and works as an attorney. He sometimes practices law in the entertainment industry, where he has made connections with individuals who are in movies or who make movies. Through these connections, Gioconda has been able to network and obtain various pieces of memorabilia over the years.

While he enjoys and collects items from many different genres of film, Gioconda particularly loves horror movies.

“Horror has always had a special place in my heart because I’ve just always enjoyed those films,” said Gioconda.

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Gioconda lived in N.Y. until after he graduated from Stony Brook University and moved to Connecticut to attend Yale Law School.

The quiet nature, vibrant community and close proximity to New York City have made Gioconda, his wife and children fall in love with Bucks County.

“We just love it. Just absolutely love Bucks County and we have found ourselves over the last 10 years going to the New Hope, Lambertville area virtually every weekend,” said Gioconda. “We just have always found so many great restaurants there, so many things to do, both for the kids and for us.”

Now, with the opening of Nightmare in New Hope, Gioconda is joining the fairly long list of things to do in New Hope, P.A. Visitors can enter the permanent gallery at the basement level of 20 S. Main St., on Saturdays from 1 to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

Despite the gallery’s young age and limited hours, it has gotten vast

amounts of foot traffic, according to Gioconda.

“Hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of people came in and wanted to see these items on display,” said Gioconda. “I’m really excited about that. I’m really excited about people’s interest in the gallery.”

The popularity of Nightmare in New Hope inspired Gioconda to move the Oct. 19 pop-up gallery to 20 S. Main St., from its original location in Lambertville Music Hall. He hopes that high attendance at the gallery’s location will help to fundraise as much as possible for the ACME Screening Room, which is a nonprofit that supports independent theater.

“It’s a great fed for us to support a really worthy nonprofit that supports independent theater,” said Gioconda.

The pop-up gallery will be the only opportunity for visitors to see some rare pieces that are not normally on display at Nightmare in New Hope. Along with the “Scream” jacket, the pop-up will feature more items from the “Scream” franchise, as well as multiple articles of clothing and a prop from “Shaun of the Dead,” plus more memorabilia from other films.

Some of Gioconda’s favorite items from his collection include the master bust from “Annabelle,” prop cards that were used by Heath Ledger’s Joker in “The Dark Knight,” and the original nun cos-

tume from “The Nun.”

While some of the most popular spots to view movie memorabilia in the United States are the Warner Bros. Archive Museum and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, these are both located in Los Angeles. With the opening of Nightmare in New Hope, those who live on the East Coast have more access to the opportunity to view movie memorabilia.

“You can just go into New Hope, go into a basement and see things that are really one-of-a-kind, so I think I think it’s a really exciting proposition,” said Gioconda.

The collector said that he thinks

Nightmare in New Hope has gotten so much attention because people forget about the existence of props and costumes from their favorite movies, so when they see them inperson, it touches them in a way.

“I’m just amazed that people love to see this,” said Gioconda. “We have some really, really fun stuff.”