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Princeton invites the community to join Steps 4 Equity, a monthlong initiative designed to engage, educate, and empower individuals to take action for racial justice. “As we launch this initiative alongside our annual Stand Against Racism, I invite you to join us in creating lasting change,” said YWCA Princeton CEO Rose Wong. “Together, we have the power to make a meaningful impact — let’s stand united and take action today.”
to share their voices and contribute to the conversation on racial justice. Prizes will be awarded to four winners: $500 for the top overall winner; $250 for second place; $150 for third place; and $100 for the fan favorite winner.
Walk for Equity. Join YWCA Princeton’s virtual Walk for Equity walkathon. Whether walking solo or forming a team, this event raises awareness and funds for YWCA Princeton’s racial justice programs. Prizes will be awarded for the top fundraisers, most miles walked, and the largest teams. This event offers a fun and active way to support the cause while making a difference.
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There are four ways to get involved: Racial Justice Challenge. The challenge invites participants to engage daily with resources such as articles, videos, podcasts, and books, exploring systemic racism, social justice, and equity on both national and local levels. This challenge offers an opportunity to learn while making an impact and introduces steps that can be taken to make justice a reality.
Until Justice Just Is Student Competition. Mercer County high school students are encouraged to respond to the theme “UNTIL JUSTICE JUST IS” by submitting an essay, video, or artwork that answers the question, “What does ‘until justice just is’ mean to you, and how can we take action daily to make justice a reality?” This competition is an opportunity for youth
Stand Against Racism: 6:30 PM, April 24th, W Center at YWCA Princeton Honoring the YWCA’s 20-year history of Stand Against Racism, Steps 4 Equity will culminate in a community gathering. During this event, winners of the Until Justice Just Is Student Competition and the Walk for Equity prize winners will be announced. This event will feature performances and inspiring speakers, creating a space for youth to lead the conversation on racial justice.
YWCA Princeton encourages everyone to take part in one or more of the Steps 4 Equity initiatives to advance racial justice, empower youth voices, and help create a more inclusive community. For more details and to register, visit www.ywcaprinceton.org/steps4equity.
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One of Princeton University’s best known dropouts is receiving a posthumous hero’s welcome as both town and gown celebrate F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby,” which was first published 100 years ago in April, 1925, by Charles Scriber’s Sons.
Fitzgerald, considered a member of Princeton’s Class of 1917, though he never graduated, nonetheless owes much of his success, and his inspiration, to the time he spent at Old Nassau. The campus serves as the setting for much of his instantly successful debut novel “This Side of Paradise.” One of Fitzgerald’s classmates was Edmund Wilson, the future influential literary critic.
And his failed relationship with Chicago socialite Ginevra King both precipitated his departure from the university to enlist in the army and inspired future characters, including “Gatsby’s” Daisy Buchanan.
“The Great Gatsby” was Fitzgerald’s third novel, following “This Side of Paradise” (1920) and “The Beautiful and Damned” (1922). While it did not have the immediate critical or commercial success of his earlier works, “Gatsby” found renewed success after its author’s death from a heart attack in 1940. It has gone
on to become a mainstay of high school English curricula and is widely considered among the greatest works of American literature.
Set during the jazz age — a term popularized by Fitzgerald — “Gatsby” unfolds on Long Island and in New York City, telling the story of enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan, a wealthy woman he once loved who is now married to imperious millionaire Tom Buchanan. Told from the perspective of Nick Carraway, a Midwestern bond salesman who has moved into a bungalow abutting Gatsby’s lavish estate to work in Manhattan, it explores themes of wealth, class, and corruption; the American dream; and the futility of chasing the past. In honor of the novel’s centennial, a full
month of exhibits and events is planned on the Princeton campus and in venues around town.
“When Pages Breathe: The Greatness of Gatsby” is a series of free events organized by Princeton University Library and the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater that celebrate good books brought to life through stage and screen adaptations.
A screening of “When My Sleeping Dragon Woke” takes place Wednesday, April 2, at 7 p.m. in the Drapkin Studio at the Lewis Arts complex. Director Chuck Schultz and playwright/actress Sharon Washington screen their documentary about Washington’s life, from a young girl exploring library shelves to Tony-nominated playwright. The film underscores
the ways in which creativity can flourish in the most unexpected places. No registration required.
“The Great Gatsby” by Literature To Life takes place Thursday, April 3, at 5 p.m., also in the Drapkin Studio. The performance-based literacy program presents professionally staged, verbatim adaptations of American literary classics. Kelvin Grullon’s theatrical adaptation of “The Great Gatsby” is performed by Bryce Foley and directed by Grullon with music by A.J. Khaw. No registration required. Festivities move to Princeton Public
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Library for “The Great Gatsby” Community Filibuster Read-Aloud on Monday, April 7, at 11 a.m. In addition to being part of the centennial celebration, the event is also part of Right to Read Day, a kickoff to National Library Week 2025 dedicated to raising awareness and protecting the freedom to read and access books without censorship.
“Gatsby” has faced censorship over its use of profanity and the prevalence of sexual content and adulterous relationships. Notably, in 1987, Baptist College in South Carolina attempted to have it removed from school curricula in the state, and in 2020, the Matanuska-Susitna school district in Alaska voted to ban “Gatsby” and several other classics; the ban was overturned shortly thereafter following widespread protests from the community.
At the library event, “Gatsby” will be read in its entirety. All are invited and encouraged to attend, and drop-in readers and listeners are welcome. Register for a time slot by calling 609-924-9529, ext. 1220 or filling out the form at princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/13138425.
Author Nghi Vo visits Princeton Public Library on Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. to celebrate the launch of her book “Don’t Sleep with the Dead.” The novella tells the story of what happens to Nick Carraway, the narrator of “The Great Gatsby,” following that novel’s end.
“Don’t Sleep with the Dead” is a companion to Vo’s 2021 debut novel, “The Chosen and the Beautiful,” a retelling of “The Great Gatsby” from the perspective of Jordan Baker, a friend of Daisy Buchanan who is emblematic of the “new woman” of the Roaring Twenties.
At the library event, Vo will be interviewed by Emma Sarconi, a rare book librarian and historian who works as a reference and outreach specialist at Princeton University Library. The event is free; no registration required.
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Princeton Garden Theatre gets in on the action with a screening of the 2013 film adaptation of “The Great Gatsby” on Wednesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. The film, which won Academy Awards for costume design and production design, stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby and Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan. Tickets, $13.75, are required. Visit www.princetongardentheatre.org.
Raconteur Radio visits Princeton Public Library for a performance of “The Great Gatsby” on Tuesday, April 22, at 7 p.m. The group specializes in theatrically staged productions of vintage radio plays and classic works of literature. “Gatsby” will be performed as a staged radio play, with period costumes and vintage commercials. The performance is free, but registration is required by visiting princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/12785405.
The Friends of Princeton University
Library host their Annual Dinner with Maureen Corrigan, author of “So We Read On: How The Great Gatsby Came to Be and Why It Endures” on Sunday, April 27, at 6 p.m. at the Nassau Club. The 2014 book by the “Fresh Air” literary critic explores the enduring power of Fitzgerald’s novel. Tickets for the dinner are $125 per person. Email libraryf@princeton.edu for more information.
Corrigan stays in town for “What’s So Great About ‘The Great Gatsby’?,” a panel discussion hosted by Labyrinth Books on Monday, April 28, at 4:30 p.m. Joining Corring is Anne Margaret Daniel, the editor of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “I’d Die for You and Other Lost Stories” (2017) and the Norton Library edition of “The Great Gatsby” (2022). Alfred Bendixen, lecturer in gender and sexuality studies at Princeton, moderates the discussion. The event is free, but registration is required via EventBrite.
The “Gatsby” party ends, fittingly, with a party, the After-hours Speakeasy at Princeton Public Library on Friday, May 2, at 7 p.m. The event features 1920s-era music by the Glenn Crytzer Quartet, mocktails, photo booths, Gatsby trivia, and more. Costumes are encouraged and registration is required. Visit www.princetonlibrary.org for more information.
In addition to the in-person events, “Gatsby at 100: The Author and His Creation” digital exhibit is available through Princeton University Library. Accessible at dpul.princeton.edu/gatsby100, the exhibit includes stories and archival materials from Fitzgerald’s life and writings as well as information about Princeton University’s Fitzgerald collections.
For full information about all Gatsby at 100 events, visit library.princeton.edu/ gatsby100
Charles Scribner’s Sons first published ‘The Great Gatsby’ in 1925 featuring cover art by Francis Cugat.
BI-MONTHLY NEWS FROM CAPITAL HEALTH
Accomplished Breast Surgeons Join Cancer Specialists at Capital Health
Dr. Yi Huang and Dr. Jenna Mancinelli, fellowship trained breast surgeons who specialize in surgical care for benign and malignant breast diseases, have joined Capital Health as part of its Cancer Center and Center for Comprehensive Breast Care. As part of Capital Health Cancer Center and Capital Health Surgical Group – Breast Surgery, they offer office appointments in Pennington, New Jersey and Newtown, Pennsylvania and offer advanced treatments for breast cancer, skin-sparing/nipple-sparing mastectomies, and oncoplastic and hidden scar procedures.
oncology at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, where she trained with national leaders in the field of breast surgery. As medical director of Capital Health Center for Comprehensive Breast Care, she leads a multidisciplinary team to create personalized care plans for each patient.
“Capital Health is known for providing women in our region the best possible treatment for breast cancer and other breast health conditions,” said DR. YI HUANG, who joins as medical director of the Center for Comprehensive Breast Care. “Our nationally accredited program is designed to inspire confidence in our patients, and I’m excited to work with Dr. Mancinelli and lead an expansive team that includes radiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, pathologists, rehabilitation services, and other support services.”
Before joining Capital Health, Dr. Huang was a breast surgeon and director of the breast program at Jefferson Health – Northeast in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After finishing her general surgery residency at Northwell North Shore – Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Manhasset, New York, where she served as Chief Resident, Dr. Huang completed her fellowship in breast surgical
DR. JENNA MANCINELLI completed her general surgery residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident. She completed breast surgical oncology fellowship training at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. Outside the clinical setting, Dr. Mancinelli was Academic Chief Resident for General Surgery at PCOM, where she developed a new curriculum for the general surgery residency program that incorporated the fundamentals of surgical training, simulation, wellness, professional development, and research education.
Capital Health Center for Comprehensive Breast Care, part of Capital Health Cancer Center, offers a complete range of personalized breast care programs and services — from advanced genetic and diagnostic testing to leading edge surgical, medical and radiation oncologic care — all at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell. To make an office appointment with Dr. Huang or Dr. Mancinelli in Pennington or Newtown, call 609.537.6700 or visit capitalhealthcancer.org/appointment.
Capital Health Meets International Standards for Surgical Excellence
Eleven surgeons and five areas of focus at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell have achieved accreditation from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) for their high standards and commitment to the delivery of quality patient care and safety across a range of surgical specialties.
Capital Health physicians received the SRC Surgeon of Excellence designation in five areas of specialization, including:
Colorectal Surgery
… Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, MD, FACS, FASCRS
Hernia Surgery
Joseph DellaCroce, MD, FACS
… Michael Kalina, DO, FACOS, FACS
Minimally Invasive Gynecology
… Robert Berk, MD, FACOG
… Donald DeBrakeleer, DO
… Meghan Patel, MD, FACOG
… Kira Przybylko, MD, FACOG
… Audrey Tashjian, MD, FACOG
… Joyce Varughese, MD, FACOG
Anne Walker, MD, FACOG
Minimally Invasive Surgery
… Jooyeun Chung,MD
Donald DeBrakeleer, DO
… Joseph DellaCroce, MD, FACS
… Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, MD, FACS, FASCRS
… Michael Kalina, DO, FACOS, FACS
… Kira Przybylko, MD, FACOG
Audrey Tashjian, MD, FACOG
… Joyce Varughese, MD, FACOG
… Anne Walker, MD, FACOG
Robotic Surgery
… Jooyeun Chung, MD
Joseph DellaCroce, MD, FACS
… Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, MD, FACS, FASCRS
… Joyce Varughese, MD, FACOG
… Anne Walker, MD, FACOG
Programs at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell that received SRC’s Center of Excellence accreditation include Colorectal Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Robotic Surgery.
“Being accredited by the SRC means that our qualifying surgeons, programs, and centers meet national and international standards for surgical excellence,” said Dr. Joshua Eisenberg, chief physician executive of Capital Health. “We have spent years recruiting and building high quality programs in a number of
specialties, and this recognition lets our community know about the advanced expertise and high quality that Capital Health is devoted to providing.”
Established in 2003, Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) is an internationally recognized, nonprofit, patient safety organization dedicated to recognizing and refining surgical care. SRC accredits the top hospitals, surgeons and health professionals worldwide that meet proven standards.
To learn more, visit capitalhealth.org.
Grants from Capital Health’s Trenton Neighborhood Initiative Support Improvements to Local Businesses
As part of its effort to invest in the community surrounding Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC) on Brunswick Avenue in Trenton, Capital Health has awarded grants totaling nearly $50,000 to seven local small businesses through its Trenton Neighborhood Initiative (TNI). Recognizing the power of local businesses and their vital role in the community served by Capital Health, the TNI Thrives Business Grant Program supports and promotes the growth and success of entrepreneurs in North Trenton.
The inaugural recipients of TNI Thrives Business Grants are MBM Fashion Variety, Mendez Auto Repair, Seafood #1, New Way Deli, New Religion Barber Shop, Ronnie’s Room LLC, and Stylez from the Heart. Business owners will apply their respective grants to fund important needs like employee training, equipment upgrades, expansion, and repairs, all of which promote local growth as well as a safer and more prosperous community.
“Trenton has been Capital Health’s home for more than 125 years, so we believe our responsibility to the community extends beyond the walls of our hospitals and medical offices,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “Our day-to-day work focuses on delivering services that are critical to the health of our patients, but we know good health requires a holistic approach.
TNI focuses on delivering innovative programs like the TNI Thrives Business Grants to help local businesses flourish and create safer and healthier environments for the residents they serve.”
“As someone who grew up here, our commitment to the neighborhoods surrounding Capital Health Regional Medical
Center and the broader Trenton community is especially meaningful to me,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., Chairman, Board of Trustees, Capital Healthcare Inc. “By investing in the future of Trenton and its residents, TNI programs like this will have a lasting positive impact on the community and the city as a whole.”
Capital Health launched the Trenton Neighborhood Initiative in 2021. With implementation partner Trenton Health Team, and many other community partners, TNI works to address the social determinants that influence the health of Trenton residents. The TNI Thrives Business Grant Program is a key part of the initiative’s Work pillar, which also includes scholarship programs, workshops to connect local entrepreneurs to educational resources, and networking opportunities for business owners.
In addition to Capital Health’s significant investment, TNI’s $10 million investment in Trenton is generously supported by Allied Universal, Bank of America, the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, Investors Bank, Janssen/Johnson & Johnson, Labcorp Foundation, Citizens Bank Philanthropic Foundation, the George H. Sands and Estelle M. Sands Foundation, Sodexo, the Wawa Foundation, PSEG Foundation, OceanFirst Foundation, Church and Dwight Employee Fund, and many other corporate and private foundation partners.
Capital Health’s Trenton Neighborhood Initiative seeks to advance neighborhood revitalization and support residents in realizing their vision for a healthier, more equitable Trenton. For more details, visit tnitrenton.org.
Capital Health First in Mercer and Bucks Counties to Offer Minimally Invasive Treatment Option for Stress Urinary Incontinence
Capital Health Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health is the first and only practice in Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania to offer Bulkamid, a safe and effective minimally invasive option for treating stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Capital Health has been designated as a Bulkamid Center of Excellence in recognition of their staff’s experience, expertise with the procedure, the quality of positive patient outcomes, and their commitment to improving the patient experience.
bowel dysfunction. To help alleviate SUI symptoms, the team at Capital Health Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health inject a soft, water-based gel, into the urethral wall to support the urethra’s closing mechanism and provide better control of urination.
“One in three women experience stress urinary incontinence (SUI) as they age, often during or after pregnancy,” said DR. DONALD DEBRAKELEER, director of Urogynecology at Capital Health. “Weakness in the pelvic floor prevents the urethra from closing fully, which can allow urine to leak during everyday activities such as coughing, laughing, or lifting an object. Bulkamid is an exciting minimally invasive approach that has the potential to improve the long-term quality of life for patients who were not helped by previous surgical treatment options.”
Bulkamid is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and manufactured by Axonics, Inc., a medical technology company that develops minimally invasive products to treat bladder and
Administering the gel is a simple process involving just three to four small injections that take about 15 minutes to complete. It is all performed under local anesthesia or light sedation, and as with any minimally invasive procedures, most patients experience a fairly short recovery time with less risk of serious complications than surgery. The long-lasting Bulkamid gel is clinically proven to provide safe and effective symptom relief for at least seven years.
Capital Health Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health follows national guidelines and state-of-the-art best practices to accurately diagnose and treat conditions and help patients experiencing bladder, bowel, pelvic pain or sexual health issues. With office locations in Lawrenceville, NJ and Newtown, PA, the multidisciplinary team of clinicians—including specialists in urogynecology, gynecology, urology, colorectal health, physical therapy and behavioral health—all work closely to carefully coordinate care and develop personalized treatment plans that are tailored specifically to each patient. To learn more, visit capitalhealth.org/pelvichealth or call 609-303-4474 to schedule an appointment.
Achieve More with a Healthy Pelvic Floor
Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Are you experiencing pain in your pelvic area during sex, personal care, or urination/bowel movements? It’s time to advocate for yourself! Join Kathie Olson, nurse practitioner and program director for Capital Health’s Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health, to learn strategies for living your life without pelvic pain. Kathie will be joined by Rachel Hannum-Grinstead, a licensed pelvic health therapist, who will discuss the benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy. All genders are welcome! Register for this event at capitalhealth.org/events.
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Princeton Environmental Film Festival returns
The Princeton Public Library’s Princeton Environmental Film Festival returns for its 19th year, running Friday, April 4, through Sunday, April 13.
A selection of films will be screened both in person in the library’s Community Room and virtually via the Eventive platform. Some will be shown only in person or only available to stream online.
There will also be an off-site screening at the Princeton Garden Theatre on Sunday, April 6, and a shadow puppet show Saturday, April 5, at the Arts Council of Princeton.
Highlights of the festival schedule include:
Flow, the family-friendly Academy Award winner for Best Animated Feature, follows a cat who finds refuge on a boat with other animals after surviving a flood. The Latvian, French, and Belgian co-production has no dialogue. 1 hour, 24 minutes. Friday, April 4, 5:30 p.m., Community Room.
The short film Birdsafe highlights effort to create a bird-safe campus at Princeton University. A Q&A with filmmaker Jared Flesher follows the screening. 10 minutes. Saturday, April 5, 4 p.m., Community Room and online.
Birdsong follows Irish ornithologist Seán Ronayne as he attempts to record the sound of each of the nearly 200 bird species in Ireland. 52 minutes. Saturday, April 5, 4:30 p.m., Community Room.
Seaweed Stories explores the wonders of seaweed, and some of the extraordinary stories and characters whose lives have been entangled by the marine organism. 30 minutes. Saturday, April 5, 2 p.m., Community Room and online.
In Chasing Time, after providing some of the first visual evidence of climate change through the study of melting glaciers, James Balog returns to Iceland to
‘Unearth’ screens at the Garden Theatre on Sunday, April 6.
close the last chapter of his life’s work. 39 minutes. A Q&A with filmmaker Sarah Keo follows the screening. Sunday, April 6, 1 p.m., Community Room and online.
Set against the urgent demand for metals and minerals to fight climate change, commercial salmon fishermen and Indigenous tribal council-members face the threat of North America’s largest-ever copper mine in their beloved homeland of Bristol Bay, Alaska, in Unearth. 1 hour, 33 minutes. Director Hunter Nolan will introduce the film and lead a post-screening Q&A. Sunday, April 6, 4 p.m., Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street; free tickets required through princetongardentheatre.com.
The Three Little Pigs, a shadow puppet show with live music, is a performance for all ages featuring puppets crafted from recycled materials and presented by the Garden of Shadows. Saturday, April 5, 1 p.m., at the Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street.
Also on the schedule are:
Hvaldimir, Conversation With a Spy Whale, Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m., Community Room.
Wild Blue and You: The Save Coastal Wildlife Story, Saturday, April 5, 4 p.m., Community Room and online.
Been Here Stay Here, Sunday April 6, 11 a.m., Community Room.
Being shown online only are The Endless Tide, 15 minutes; Holding Back the Tide, 77 minutes; Karuara: People of the River, 56 minutes; The Researcher, 71 minutes; The Volunteers: Mountain Rescue Brings Us Home, 57 minutes; and Way of the Shepherd, 9 minutes.
The full lineup of Princeon Environmental Film Festival films and events, including in-person and online screenings, and discussions with filmmakers, visit princetonlibrary.org/peff
Summer family fun
Tomato Patch at Kelsey Theater
Reach for the Stars — Register Now!
A few weeks can last a lifetime! Find out at Tomato Patch Summer Workshops in Theater, Dance, Vocal Music, Video, and Visual Arts! Students make lasting friendships and wonderful memories while becoming an accomplished performer/artist.
Now in its 25th year, Tomato Patch is the longest-running, most successful multi-disciplinary Visual and Performing Arts program in Central New Jersey. Featuring classes for all school age students, Tomato Patch is taught by a talented staff of professional artists.
Tomato Patch Workshops is a multidisciplinary full-day Theater, Dance, Music, Visual Art, and Video summer program for ages 10-18 in two sessions:
Session 1: Grades 8-12, minimum age 13. June 30 through July 24; no Tomato Patch on July 4. Only $1,175.
Session 2: Grades 4-7, minimum age 10. July 28 through August 14. Only $1,100.
Hours are 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. with before and after care available.
Tomato Patch Workshops culminate in The Festival Of The Arts!
Unlike every other performing arts camp, Tomato Patch allows you to major in one subject and take classes in other areas. Become a triple threat!
A Master Class is available for advanced theater students. There are two sessions, same price at Tomato Patch.
The Master Class in Theater culminates in A Night of One Acts!
For more information and to view class schedules visit www. tomatopatch.org or call 609-570-3566.
Bob Smith Soccer Academy
Soccer camps for ages 5 to 14
The Bob Smith Soccer Academy has been a family-owned and operated business since the early 1990s. This summer, it offers camps at two locations for boys and girls, ages 5 to 14.
The first camp takes places outdoors at The Robbinsville Community Park from July 7 through 11 and August 11 through 15.
The second, is at their new location, an indoor, air conditioned turf field, The Multisport Kingdom in Manalapan from July 21 through 28,August 4 through 8, and August 18 through 22.
Full-day camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and half-day camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon. Camps are designed to improve soccer skills to players of beginner, intermediate and travel levels.
They offer free before and aftercare, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Bob Smith, A United States Soccer Hall of Fame member since 2006, played internationally and in the USA
for 11 years.
After he retired, he passed on his love of the game to the young players of New Jersey at his soccer camps held at Mercer County Park. He always has the most qualified, professional staff by his side, His soccer academy was founded at the Robbinsville Fieldhouse, where his skilled staff and manager Joe Donigan, provided training for players ages 4-15, hundreds of youth travel teams, and many men’s leagues.
Operations have since relocated to Multisport Kingdom in Manalapan, where they continue to train players of all ages and levels, host summer camps, and run travel leagues for 225 youth teams from all around the state. Bob Smith’s son Dylan, who also played in college and internationally, helps run the academy and is the director of coaching for Freehold Soccer.
Bob Smith Soccer Academy, 150 Woodward Road, Manalapan. www. bobsmithsoccer.com email: info@ bobsmithsoccer.com. Register today and get a $25 discount for early registration!
RSM Princeton
Advance Your Child’s Math Learning This Summer!
Summer math classes at RSM Princeton are now enrolling!
RSM’s award-winning program can help your child reinforce their math skills over the summer. RSM’s program has been trusted by parents for over 25 years across 75+ locations in North America. We take pride in ensuring each student learns in an environment that is optimal for them while boosting their confidence in math and learning abilities.
About RSM. At RSM, we use the rigorous study of mathematics as a vehicle to develop our students’ math fluency, intellect, and character, empowering them for life. Our unique approach consists of a continuous K-12 curriculum, taught by expert teachers, in a classroom environment of peers who study together year after year.
RSM’s curriculum is inspired by elite mathematical schools in the former Soviet Union, adapted to meet
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the needs of students in the U.S. educational system. Our curriculum has continually been perfected by our curriculum department over the past 25 years.
Why Choose RSM’s Summer Program? A Program for All Students: RSM offers summer classes for K-12 students looking to strengthen their grasp of the fundamentals, prepare for the upcoming school year, or experience additional challenges.
Prevent Summer Learning Loss: RSM’s program ensures that students retain and strengthen their math knowledge, keeping them on track when they return to school in the fall.
Talented Faculty: All of our teachers have a background in mathematics or a related field and a deep passion for the subject.
Summer Program Details: 6-Week and 3-Week Offerings. This summer, RSM Princeton is offering courses that run for six or three weeks. Our 6-Week program has two classes per week and starts in June. Class durations vary depending on the student’s grade. Our 3-Week program
has four classes per week and begins in July. Classes in our 3-Week program run for three hours per day.
Classroom Environment: Students are instructed by an expert teacher leading an interactive lesson in an in-person class environment. Who Can Join? RSM Princeton
has summer classes for students in grades K-12 and is also offering math competition classes for students looking for an additional challenge.
Get Started Today! Visit our website at mathschool.com/Princeton to view the summer schedule for RSM Princeton and enroll your child today.
Tuesday april 1
What Is Hospice?, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.cmaprinceton.org. Hybrid event. Register. Free. 4 to 5 p.m.
Poetry Reading with Idra Novey & Guests, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Idra Novey faces the complexities of life on a swiftly heating earth in her new poetry collection “Soon and Wholly.” 6 p.m.
Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolkdance.org. No partner necessary. $5. Weekly on Tuesdays. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday april 2
Stewardship Session, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/events-programs. Volunteers perform ecosystem restoration and invasive species removal. Register. Also April 12, 19, and 30. 10 a.m. to noon.
Ece Temelkuran in Conversation with Razia Iqbal, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. “How to Lose a Country” is the author’s warning to the world that populism and nationalism don’t march fullyformed into government; they creep. 6 p.m.
Panel: “Latino Poetry: the Library of
HAPPENING
American Anthology”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Panel explores the groundbreaking anthology celebrating the poetic traditions of Latino America. Hybrid. Register. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m.
Legacy of Light, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. In present day Princeton, an astrophysicist is discovering new planets and dreaming of starting a family. In 18th century Paris, the mother of Einstein’s most famous theory is running out of time before her baby arrives. Their stories intertwine in a play about life, the universe, and the legacy we leave. $25 to $73. Continues through April 6. 7:30 p.m.
Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. $15. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Martin Fröst, Clarinet; Antoine Tamestit, Viola; Shai Wosner, Piano Concerts, Rich-
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ardson Auditorium. puc.princeton.edu. Program features transcriptions of music rooted in folklore and dance. $30 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday april 3
Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street. Also April 17. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Meeting, 55-Plus Club of Princeton, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street. www. princeton.com/groups/55plus. Allan Westreich speaks on “To Catch a Serial Killer: A Visual Introduction to Investigative Genetic Genealogy.” Meetings are free with a suggested donation of $5. Via Zoom or in person. 10 a.m.
After Noon Concert Chapel. Organ performance by Mina Choi. Free. 12:30 p.m.
The Future of Storytelling in the Age of AI, Princeton Public Library, McCosh Hall 50. www.princetonlibrary.org. Nnedi Okorafor talks about her new novel, “Death of the Author,” with Princeton’s Chika Okeke-Agulu as part of the “Humanities for AI” series. Register. 5 p.m.
Faculty Panel | Roberto Lugo / Orange and Black Art Museum, 100 Arthur Lewis Auditorium, Robertson Hall. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Conversation about the exhibition. 5:30 p.m.
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Lecture 2025, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Harvard social sciences professor Brandon M. Terry joins Princeton’s Eddie S. Glaude in conversation. Register. 7 p.m.
Friday april 4
It Takes Two to Tango, Princeton Pro Musica, Mercer Oaks, 725 Village Road West, West Windsor. www.princetonpromusica.org. Annual benefit includes buffet dinner, dessert, coffee/ tea bar, raffles, silent auction, and live entertainment. Register. $110. 6:30 p.m.
Art People Party, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. “PROM” themed annual fundraiser features creative fashions, beer and wine bar, dinner, and DJ dance party, plus the signature “Tombola.” Register. $150 plus $350 for Tombola ticket. 7 to 10 p.m.
Jan Kraybill in Concert Chapel. chapel. princeton.edu. Performance by Grammy-nominated organist. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Macbeth in Stride, Lewis Center for the Arts, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Musical by Whitney White employs the musical styles of rock, pop, gospel, and R&B to investigate some of the most familiar narratives of Shakespeare’s “Scottish play.” $20. Also April 5, 10, 11, and 12. 8 p.m.
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Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street. www.princetonfolkdance.org. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $10. Weekly on Fridays. 8 p.m.
saTurday april 5
Spring Bird Walk, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org. Led by expert birder Winnie Hughes Spar. For adults, weather permitting. Register. 8 to 10 a.m.
Book Signing with Dave Eggers, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. Meet & greet with Dave and get a signed paperback copy of Newbery Medal winner “The Eyes & The Impossible.” 10 to 11 a.m.
Princeton Canal Walkers Turning Ba
towpath, weather permitting. Free. Register to canalwalkers@googlegroups.com for cancellations notices. Weekly on Saturdays. 10 a.m.
Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour: Residential Colleges Neighborhood Art Museum, Ai Weiwei’s Circle of Animals/ Zodiac Heads, University Place. artmuseum. princeton.edu. Guided walking tour with an Art Museum guide. Also April 12 and 26. 2 p.m.
Learn to Pray and Heal (A Spiritual Adventure), First Church of Christ, Scientist, Tenacre Community Center, 884 Great Road. www. csprinceton.org. Presented by Nate Frederick, a Christian Science Practitioner and member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship. Free; childcare available. 3 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Precious Virtues, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Opening re
Chamber Music, Princeton United Methodist Church, Nassau Street & Vandeventer Avenue. www.princetonumc.org. Works of Mozart, Debussy, and Bernstein. Free. Reception follows. Donations support PUMC ministries. 5 p.m.
Choral Evening Service, Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street. www.nassauchurch.org. “The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass” by Carol Barnett, a service of worship. Free-will offering. Livestream available. 5 p.m.
Matt Davis Guitar Trio, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee.com. Jazz guitarist. 7 p.m.
sunday april 6
Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour Art Museum, Nassau Hall. artmuseum. princeton.edu. Guided walking tour with an Art Museum docent. Also April 13, 20, and 27. 2 p.m.
tarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, Route 206 at Cherry Hill Road. www.musicalamateurs.org. Choral singers welcome. No auditions. Scores provided. $10 for singers. 4 p.m.
Translator Gives Insight into Author’s WWII Experience, Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street. www.dorotheashouse.org. “Lost Bread” by Edith Bruck is rooted in the author’s experience as a child survivor of the Holocaust. Seton Hall professor Gabriella Romani, who translated Bruck’s work with David Yanoff, gives insight into her story. Bring refreshments to share at a post-program reception. Free. 5 to 7 p.m.
Monday april 7
An Afternoon with Jennifer Weiner, Princeton Public Library, Nassau Club, 6 Mercer Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Bestselling author discusses her new book “The Griffin Sis-
RWJUH Hamilton April Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, Apr. 2; 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
CARING FOR LOVED ONES WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS
Mondays, Apr. 7 & Apr. 21; 10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
ADULT CHILDREN CARING FOR PARENTS
Mondays, Apr. 7 & Apr. 21; 5:30 p.m.7:00 p.m.
LETTING GO OF CLUTTER
Tuesday, Apr. 8; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Apr. 15; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, Apr. 16; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Apr. 1; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey. An oncology nurse navigator and certified oncology social worker will offer participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609.584.2836 to confirm attendance.
THE AARP DRIVING COURSE
Monday, Apr. 7; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Be a safer, better driver. Most insurance companies will lower your premium with a completion certificate. Bring your NJ or PA driver’s license. Fee: $20 for AARP members presenting a valid AARP card;
YOGA CLASSES
Tuesday, Apr. 8 & 22; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
MEDITATION CLASSES
Tuesday, Apr. 8 & 22; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesday, Apr. 8 & 22; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
TAI CHI
Tuesday, Apr. 3 & 17; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
$25 for nonmembers. Bring cash (exact change) or check (payable to “AARP”) with you on the day of the class. “WII” ARE POWERED GAME
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Thursday, Apr. 10; 2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Join RWJ Rehabilitation, RWJUH Hamilton, for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is leveling up your real-life stats. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!
THE POWER OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR DIABETES
Monday, Apr. 14; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Apr. 22; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join Lori Hager, MS, RD, and learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices. Learn the basics of diabetes and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control your diabetes. These sessions will occur the 2nd Monday (daytime) and 4th Tuesday (evening) monthly.
MISCONCEPTIONS VS. LIFESAVING REALITIES OF ORGAN DONATION
Tuesday, Apr. 15; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Did you know one organ donor can save eight lives and help 75 more by donating tissue and corneas? Adults 18 and older can register to be organ and tissue donors, regardless of medical history or age. Join the NJ Sharing Network and Tim Ryan, MSN, RN, CEN, Nursing Professional Development
Practitioner, CPDIR, RWJUH Hamilton, for this informative talk.
GYNECOLOGIC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Apr. 15; 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This group brings individuals with gynecologic cancer the support, education, and empowerment they need to move along the path to recovery. Topics discussed include coping with the emotional impact of cancer, adjusting to changes during and after treatment, and managing concerns about recurrence. To register, call 609-584-6680. This program takes place at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, 2575 Klockner Rd., Hamilton, NJ.
CAN OTC HEARING AIDS WORK FOR ME?
Wednesday, Apr. 16; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
To increase the public’s access to hearing aids and improve hearing, the FDA established a new category of Over-The-Counter (OTC) hearing aids for adults 18 years of age and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. Join Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D., audiologist at RWJUH Hamilton’s Balance & Hearing Center, as she talks about the availability of OTC hearing aids and who can benefit from them.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS
Wednesday, Apr. 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Learn how to help heal your body and relax your busy mind. No experience necessary.
Don’t miss an opportunity to participate in lifechanging conversations, listening, learning, and exploring for this time in our lives. Topics created for you by you. Every week is new and something different. Join us on all the dates, two, or even one. It’s your choice. New members are always welcome.
Learn about advanced gastrointestinal care and the latest specialized techniques and equipment being used to diagnose and treat complex GI conditions from our experts, Christopher Chum, DO, Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine, and Imran Fayyaz, MD, Board Certified in Gastroenterology, President, RWJUH Hamilton Medical Staff and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group member.
NOURISH YOUR BRAIN: COOKING FOR BRAIN HEALTH
Friday, Apr. 11; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Have some fun while learning recipes that can help fuel your brain.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Apr. 22; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This group is a place for survivors and caregivers to build a community. Share personal experiences, feelings, recovery strategies, and firsthand information on managing life after stroke. Meetings will be facilitated by RWJUH Hamilton Rehab experts, Ashley Sarrol, Speech-Language Pathologist, & Allyson PanikowskiBerry, Occupational Therapist. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.
HERBS TO HELP PROMOTE RESTFUL SLEEP
Tuesday, Apr. 22; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore how herbs can support your mind and body to ease into restful sleep. You’ll learn about seven herbs that promote sleep and how to incorporate them into your nightly routine. Sample a tasty oxymel (a sweet-sour herbal syrup) and make a sleep oxymel to take home. Fee: $20
HEART-HEALTHY NUTRITION
Wednesday, Apr. 23; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join our bimonthly nutrition education class about making dietary choices that support cardiovascular health. Discuss the principles of heart-healthy nutrition, learn tips for meal planning and preparation, and explore recipes.
REIKI SHARE
Wednesday, Apr. 23; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified (at any level) to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a
BREAKFAST & LEARN: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN HEALTH CARE WITH KENNEDY GANTI, MD
Thursday, Apr. 17; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming health care. Join Kennedy Ganti, MD, FAAFP, FHELA, Regional VP of Health Informatics, RWJBarnabas Health, and Clinical Instructor, Department of Family Medicine, Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, for a discussion about AI and how it can improve your health.
A BETTER HEALTH PROGRAM: GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE WELLNESS WALK, RWJUH HAMILTON
Wednesday, Apr. 23; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, Apr. 25; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Grounds for Sculpture welcomes us for their Wellness Walk! Whether you are a fast or slower walker, there will be a group for you. Join us to
session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
SPRING SMOOTHIE
Tuesday, Apr. 29; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Learn how to make quick, delicious, and nutritious smoothies. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing breakfast, quick meal, a post-workout snack, or a healthy dessert, smoothies are a fantastic option.
HEARING AND BALANCE SCREENINGS
Wednesday, Apr. 30; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for these free screenings. These 15-minute appointments are designed to help assess your hearing health or your balance health/fall risk. To schedule your required appointment, call 609-245-7390. Location: RWJ Balance & Hearing Center, 2 Hamilton Health Pl, Hamilton Township, NJ.
SPEAK, LISTEN, CONNECT: THE KEYS TO MEANINGFUL & EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Wednesday, Apr. 30; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to express yourself with clarity, listen with empathy, and navigate tough conversations with confidence. Whether in love, friendships, or work, discover practical tools to build deeper, more meaningful connections. Walk away with communication skills that transform the way you relate to others. Fee: $15
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
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boost your energy, connect with nature, explore art and meet new people. Member attendees are invited to enjoy GFS for the remainder of the day. Please only register for one date.
BREAKFAST & LEARN: SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOUR RETIREMENT
Thursday, Apr. 24; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Learn strategies to help you maximize your Social Security benefits.
LET’S TALK ABOUT THOSE GOLDEN YEARS WITH NAMI MERCER
Tuesday, Apr. 29; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Reaching our “golden years” brings a myriad of life changes – some joyous and some challenging. Janet Haag, Executive Director, NAMI Mercer, will lead this discussion on aging. Aging well isn’t about defying time – it’s about embracing it with grace and gusto. Together, let’s explore the landscape of mental wellbeing in later life.
Scan QR code to view, learn more & register on-line for the programs listed above. Or visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonPrograms Email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org or call 609-584-5900 to learn more
Wednesday april 9
ROOTS OF EXCELLENCE: 125 Years of Miss Fine’s School and 100 Years of Princeton Country Day School, Anne Reid ‘72 Gallery, Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road. www.pds. org. Opening reception for commemorative exhibition. On view through April 25 with gallery hours weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. 3 to 5 p.m.
A Conversation on Amy Kaplan’s “Our American Israel”, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Chris Hedges, Ian Lustick, and Joan Scott discuss Kaplan’s essential account of America’s most controversial alliance. 6 p.m.
Author: Lynn Steger Strong, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author is joined by A.M. Homes to discuss her recently released novel, “The Float Test.” Book signing to follow. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Raising a Self-Driven Child: A Talk with the Authors, Princeton Learning Cooperative. www.princetonlearningcooperative.org. Talk by authors William Stixrud and Ned Johnson of “The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child: A Workbook.” Q&A follows. Via Zoom. Register on EventBrite. 7 to 8 p.m.
Jazz Vespers Chapel. music.princeton.edu. An inclusive experience of poetry, music, and quiet centering. Free. 8 p.m.
Thursday april 10
After Noon Concert Chapel. chapel.princeton.edu. Organ performance by Margaret Harper, Trinity Episcopal Church. Free. 12:30 p.m.
Morven Revealed Tour, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Register. $12. 2 to 3 p.m.
Artist Roberto Lugo and Curator Carolyn M. Laferrière Art Museum, Friend Center 101, William Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Discussion of Lugo’s exhibit of new ceramic works on view at Art@Bainbridge. Reception to follow. 5:30 p.m.
Jess Gillam, Saxophone and Thomas Weaver, Piano Concerts, Richardson Auditorium. puc.princeton.edu. End-of-season dance party follows concert. $30 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Friday april 11
Dancing Through Life, American Repertory Ballet & Princeton Ballet School, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www. arballet.org. Cocktails, dinner, and a performance. Register. $300 and up. 5:30 p.m.
saTurday april 12
Princeton University Eating Clubs Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Colonial Club, 40 Prospect Avenue. www. princetonhistory.org. Register. $20. 10 a.m. to noon.
Family Matinee: “The Many Adventures of Whinnie the Pooh”, Princeton Public Library, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. 10 a.m.
Foraging as Stewardship: Garlic Mustard, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org. Learn about the origins of garlic mustard and how to identify this plant from local experts Matt and Shannon. Register. Also April 27. 10 a.m. to noon.
Paul Robeson’s 127th Birthday, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Multimedia birthday celebration. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
English Country Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance. $15. 7 to 10:30 p.m.
sunday april 13
An Evening with Dawes, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Celebrating the release of the California rock band’s latest album, Oh Brother. $43 to $58. 7 p.m.
Monday april 14
A Cast in the Woods, Ernest Schwiebert Chapter of Trout Unlimited, D&R Greenway Land Trust, 1 Preservation Place. www. esctu.org. Angler and author Stephen Sautner recounts his story of purchasing a streamside cabin and land in the Catskills. Monthly chapter meeting free and open to the public. 6 p.m.
Author Talk: Priya Vulchi and Ruha Benjamin, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. The PHS alumna discusses her latest book, “Good Friends: Bonds that Change Us and the World.” Register. 7 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday april 16
Author: Robert Garland, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Joined in conversation by Carolyn Laferrière and Elizabeth Davis to discuss his new book, “What to Expect When You’re Dead.” Register. 7 p.m.
Thursday april 17
Afternoon Tea with The Secret Tea Room, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Choice of tea or infusion accompanied by scones, tea sandwiches, dessert, and a sparkling drink. Register for noon or 2:15 p.m. seating. $50 includes optional tour. Also April 18. Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Downtown Princeton Gallery Crawl. artmuseum.princeton. edu. Open houses at the Princeton University Art Museum’s Art@
Bainbridge, the Arts Council of Princeton, Princeton Public Library, and Small World Coffee’s Witherspoon Street location. 5:30 p.m.
Daniel Mendelsohn - A New Translation of The Odyssey, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Author, critic, classicist, and translator discusses his new translation of Homer’s “The Odyssey.” 6 p.m.
Twyla Tharp 60th Anniversary Tour, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Retrospective by the legendary dance group. $33 to $88. 7:30 p.m.
saTurday april 19
Art and Science Campus Collections Walking Tour Art Museum, Nassau Hall. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Art Museum student tour guide will discuss the art historical significance of an artwork while molecular biology students explore the science behind its creation, care, and restoration. Rain or shine, stair-free. 1 p.m.
Baroque Passion: Music for Holy Week, The Dryden Ensemble, Chapel, Princeton Theological Seminary. www.drydenensemble.org. Featuring soprano Clara Rottsolk in sacred arias by Bach and Ferrandini. 4 p.m.
History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Parking Lot, 500 Mercer Road. www.princetonhistory.org. Hike through the Institute Woods to explore bits of history. Register. $20. 4 to 6 p.m.
Caruso, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. Ambient loop guitarist. 7 p.m.
Monday april 21
Monthly Meeting, Women’s College Club of Princeton, Stockton Education Center, Morven Museum, 55 Stockton Street. www.wccpnj.org. “Women in Baseball” presented by Cathy Kreyche. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.
Author Talk: Julian Borger, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspon Street. www.princetonhistory.org. Pulitzer Prize winner discusses his recently published memoir, “I Seek a Kind Person: My Father, Seven Children, and the Adverts that Helped Them Escape the Holocaust.” 7 to 8 p.m.
ScandiDance-NJ, Princeton Country Dancers, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance to live music. No partner needed. $10. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Wednesday april 23
Author: Jaap de Roode, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Discussing his recently published book “Doctors by Nature: How Ants, Apes, and Other Animals Heal Themselves.” Book signing to follow. 6 p.m.
Thursday april 24
After Noon Concert Chapel. chapel.princeton.edu. Organ performance by Bruce Barber. Free. 12:30 p.m.
Panel Discussion: Women and Curation Art Museum, Friend Center 101, William Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Join a group of prominent women curators who are leading forces at major art institutions in the tristate area for a discussion about their curatorial visions, how being Asian American women brings both expectations and possibilities to their institutional practice, and the ethics and politics of curation in the twenty-first century. Reception to follow. 5:30 p.m.
Elaine Sciolino -- Adventures in the Louvre, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. A former New York Times Paris bureau chief explores the Louvre, offering an intimate journey of discovery and revelation. 6 p.m.
Homeschooling Basics in New Jersey, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Panel of experienced homeschooling parents and teachers. 7 to 8 p.m.
An Evening with Fran Lebowitz, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter. org. In conversation with journalist Eliza Griswold. $33 to $83. 7:30 p.m.
Friday april 25
Luncheon with Elinor Lipman, Princeton Public Library, Private Princeton Home. www. princetonlibrary.org. Author hosted by Courtney Lederer. Tickets include a copy of “Every Tom, Dick and Harry” and a buffet luncheon. Proceeds benefit the library. Register. $150. Noon.
Tending Good Soil: A Conversation with Jeff Chu and Krista Tippett, Labyrinth Books, Farminary, Princeton Theological Seminary, 4200 Princeton Pike. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Register. $30; $50 with copy of book. 7 p.m.
John McCutcheon, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk.org. $25 online or at the door. 8 p.m.
saTurday april 26
Earth Day Land Stewardship Volunteer Event, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/events-programs. Volunteers perform riparian and forest restoration, and plant native species. Register. Community potluck and native plant giveaway from noon to 1 p.m. 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
Artist Demonstration: Roberto Lugo Art Museum, Art@Bainbridge, 158 Nassau Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Hands-on making event where Roberto Lugo leads a wheel-throwing demonstration. Noon.
Princeton Porchfest, Arts Council of Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Musicians play free shows on porches throughout town. “Story & Verse: Open Mic” in Hinds Plaza at 3 p.m. Noon to 6 p.m.
The Astrolabe, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. Tabla, handpan, vox. 7 p.m.
An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter. org. Conversation and music moderated by PBS NewsHour’s Jeffrey Brown. 7:30 p.m.
sunday april 27
Party Like It’s Your Earth Day, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www. morven.org. Sustainable, earth-friendly family fun. Free. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Dumpling Making Class with Chef Justine, LiLLiPiES Bakery, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. www.lillipies.com. Celebrity chef Justine Ma teaches attendees how to craft dumplings and scallion pancakes from scratch. Ages 14 and up. Register. 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Art of Fasting, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Religious and spiritual leaders discuss the tradition of fasting, as well as learning about the medical benefits. Register. $75. 4 to 7 p.m.
Spring Concert Fundraiser, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Stone Hill Church, 1025 Bunn Drive. www.cmaprinceton.org. Performance by the Straight Ahead Big Band followed by a dessert reception. Register. $40 to $100. 7 to 9 p.m.
Monday april 28
Film: “The Imitation Game”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Screening of the Alan Turing biopic. 7 p.m.
Tuesday april 29
Judith Weisenfeld in conversation with Nicole Myers Turner, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Weisenfeld’s new book is “Black Religion in the Madhouse: Race and Psychiatry in Slavery’s Wake.” 6 p.m.
Wednesday april 30
ART OF Glowing at Any Age, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Licensed esthetician Ali Wall breaks down the essentials of effective skincare. Register. $30. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
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