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Letter to the editor: An incomplete view of Robeson’s legacy?

When will this over the top glorification of Paul Robeson end? He was a complex individual with many virtues, but a blind spot causing him to condone the savagery of Stalin offset his strengths.

Ignoring Stalin’s “ Doctors’ Plot and the subsequent antisemitic campaign engendered by him is enough to render Robeson an ideological fool. It was a blessing that the Soviet leader died suddenly in March of 1953 and Russia’s new leaders abandoned this murderous campaign.

Not Robeson: Until his death in 1976 he remained an apologist for this maniacal dictator and the oppressive political system Stalin stood for.

Your article is a classic example of aberrant historical revisionism. Besides myself, the millions wiped out by Stalin’s purges would find your article about this “Renaissance Man “ quite incomplete.

Nelson Obus Russell Road, Princeton

United Way partners with Princeton Human Services

United Way of Greater Mercer County (UWGMC) and Princeton Human Services (PHS) have announced a strengthened partnership to help connect the community to NJ SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and health insurance benefits. The

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collaboration will reduce the hurdles families face to obtain the government assistance needed to stay on their feet during a rough economic climate.

The Mercer County Food Insecurity Index by the Trenton Health Team indicates that Princeton is one of the towns in Mercer which scored high in food insecurity but has a low NJ SNAP utilization rate. SNAP is one of the primary ways to address hunger, malnutrition, and poverty in communities. Families who lost their emergency SNAP benefits may be eligible to receive a supplement to increase the amount from $23 to a $95 minimum that Governor Phil Murphy recently approved.

In addition to access to healthy foods, health care is also critical for families. Information regarding eligibility for NJ Family Care or Get Covered NJ will be available in addition to other resources in the community.

A UWGMC Resource Specialist and a representative from PHS will be at the Princeton Public Library at 65 Witherspoon Street on the third Wednesday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spanish translation will be available for the community.

“Food insecurity impacts many in our community. NJ SNAP’s provision of healthy food and nutrition education, coupled with the increase to monthly benefits brought forth by Governor Murphy, will go a long way in helping of our families most in need. I also believe the increased presence and assistance from Princeton Human Services and United Way of Greater Mercer County will ensure more residents enroll in SNAP and other supportive programs and services,” said Rhodalynn Jones, PHS executive director.

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A season of growth across campus and community

By Rebekah Schroeder

Princeton construction projects are on the rise in a consolidated municipality still somewhat divided by equally passionate supporters of both historic preservation and business-oriented development. Although each side must balance the past and the future with the needs of the community, having a general awareness of these regional renovations can bring us closer to finding common ground and how to build integrity within our infrastructure.

Princeton University’s Reunions festivities return from May 25 to 28, as does student commencement on May 30, providing a perfect late spring opportunity for a glimpse at the town’s growth. Whether you’re a native, an alum, or even on Nassau Street for the first time, these latest updates will reinforce your structural knowledge—no matter if you lean more towards the rescue or revolution of properties across Princeton.

Princeton University Art Museum

Perhaps the most anticipated institution

to track has been the process of erecting the new Princeton University Art Museum, which closed its existing building at the outset of the COVID pandemic and remained closed until construction began in the summer of 2021. According to the PUAM website, the 144,000 gross square foot, three-story facility will be built on the Elm Drive site of the current museum and is projected to open in the spring of 2025.

Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye, the founder and principal of Ad-

jaye Associates, is the designer of the improved and expanded museum.

Adjaye’s most ambitious work thus far has been his design of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., while his vision for PUAM will be completed in collaboration with the New York architectural firm Cooper Robertson.

According to the PUAM website’s “A New Museum for Princeton” overview, “while the Museum’s expansive collections include nearly 115,000 works of art

from cultures all over the globe, no more than 2 percent of these were on display at any time in the former facility,” with the adjustments for size a welcome addition.

The building will connect the arts, archaeology, and architecture by adjoining the University’s Department of Art and Archaeology from Green Hall and the Marquand Library of Art and Archaeology from McCormick Hall, while also being a hub on the historic campus in a modern style to better support the function of the free, public museum.

Following his knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II in 2017, Adjaye was chosen by a committee, including university architect Ron McCoy and Art Museum Director James Steward, to lead the PUAM redesign the next year.

According to the PUAM website’s overview, “the design inserts itself dynamically into campus life with key pedestrian pathways flowing into and through the Museum via two ‘art walks’ — thoroughfares that function as the new building’s circulatory spine. Seven ‘pavilions’ scale the size of the new building to account for

A rendering of the main entrance of the new Princeton University Art Museum, slated to open in 2025.

the historic buildings nearby and to allow for more varied gallery experiences.”

Within those seven coalescing pavilions are new gallery spaces “interspersed” with what PUAM described as “more intimate” ones. The museum has designated areas for special exhibits, encyclopedic collections, object-study classrooms, two creativity labs, ground-floor educational programming, as well as spots for socializing, attending speaking engagements, and enjoying visitor amenities like the rooftop café on the same level as the staff offices.

Unconventionally, “bronze and glass ‘lenses’ are positioned between the pavilions to break up the scale of the complex and to shape framed glimpses into the Museum and extraordinary vistas out onto the beautiful Princeton campus,” with outdoor terraces as well.

According to PUAM’s online “Project Fact Sheet,” there will be both gallery and extended visiting hours, the details of which are dictated by zone. The latter allows guests to pursue other activities in places like the Grand Hall or Education Center but is limited to these recreation spaces until the gallery — 49,000 square feet of exhibition area mostly relegated to the second floor with art installations and opportunities for conservation — reopens for regular hours.

In the meantime, PUAM has two other downtown Princeton galleries: Art@ Bainbridge on Nassau Street and Art on Hulfish. The latter is newer and includes activity space as well. “Cycle of Creativity: Alison Saar and the Toni Morrison Papers” runs at Art@Bainbridge through July 9, while Hulfish is only open during active exhibit periods, with “You Belong Here: Place, People, and Purpose in Latinx Photography” now through May 7 and “Traces on the Landscape” opening on May 20.

More: artmuseum.princeton.edu

Prospect Avenue

The saga of Prospect Avenue has been one of contention, then compromise, that started in 2021 when Princeton University announced its plans to demolish the three Victorian houses on the street so that the Court Club, a former private student eating club across the way at 91 Prospect Avenue, could take their places on the empty lots.

After Court Club disbanded in 1964, the brick Tudor Revival structure became, and remains to this day, a repurposed space for Princeton University’s Office of the Dean of Research. But that was not the academic institution’s endgame.

Princeton University intended to use the site where Court Club stood as the foundation for the new Environmental Studies and School of Engineering and Applied Science (ES+SEAS) complex, which would modernize the departments with new buildings, infrastructure, and opportunities for programming.

Citing the loss of the Prospect Avenue residences, the Historic Preservation Commission rebuffed Princeton University’s proposal, with many others chiming in through an online Change.org petition that gathered more than a thousand signatures.

Meeting halfway, the university sent in another plan that would preserve the Prospect Avenue trio and move the Court Club building to 110 Prospect, while the house from there joined the other two homes at the rear of 114 and 116 Prospect Avenue.

Constructing the ES+SEAS campus would then go on as envisioned, albeit with a few more early bumps in the road than expected, while the 1927 Club Court

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A rendering of Princeton University’s Environmental Studies and School of Engineering and Applied Science complex as seen from Prospect Avenue.

building was raised, rotated, and rolled to its new spot this past February, where it awaits enhancements to optimize space and function.

The coda on all this was the resolution of a question first broached in 1992 of whether the creation of a Prospect Avenue Historic District could be beneficial. Three decades later, the answer was an emphatic yes, and the 21st local historic district went into effect via ordinance last summer; this action guarantees the preservation of both the Princeton University properties and the 15 undergraduate eating clubs on the street, 11 of which are still in operation.

More: www.princeton.edu

Witherspoon Street

A visible climate of change is around Witherspoon Street, where the municipality has recently started planning the preliminary design for the third phase of its improvement project, which will focus on the section from Leigh Avenue to Valley Road after concluding the initial round on the “central business district,” of which a part of Witherspoon Street is included.

The second stage of the initiative will start construction this May in the historic Witherspoon-Jackson Neighborhood on the heels of a controversial decision to prioritize sidewalks and parking over the addition of bike lanes on the list of “guiding principles” identified by members of the community.

According to the Princeton Community Engagement Hub website, Phases 2 and 3 share similar concerns, such as “repair and replacement of the sanitary sewer and drainage systems, widening and reconstruction of sidewalks, installation of high-visibility crosswalks (including 2 raised crosswalks), roadway narrowing, traffic calming through bumpouts, traffic signal improvements, and new trees and landscaping,” with a rain garden near the municipal building’s parking lot, as stated on the page, meant to support stormwater management.

Once the design for Phase 3 is developed, finalized, and bid on, the contract(s) must be secured before the construction award deadline on October 21.

In addition to the Witherspoon Street Improvement Project, Princeton’s Community Engagement Hub also shares progress on the new master plan for the municipality, its residential trash collection, successful certification from Sustainable Jersey for a gold star in health, and the state of renovations at Community Park South.

The master plan for a new Community Park South has continued following stakeholder discussions and a public engagement meeting open house, the first of

which was held on March 30 and a second scheduled for June 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the main courtroom at the Municipal Complex at 400 Witherspoon Street. Suburban Consulting Engineers, a civil engineering and landscaping consulting firm, will be responsible for the concept plans.

The 19th-century historic buildings from 70 to 74 Witherspoon that house the cigar store “A Little Taste of Cuba” and the Witherspoon Bread Company, now known as the Terra Momo Bread Company, are being replaced with a mixed-use property. The application was from the brothers who own Terra Momo, Carlo and Raoul Momo, who did so under the name of CRX Associates LLC and were approved to create a three-story structure for a restaurant, an “artisanal” bakery, and three apartments. Terra Momo’s bakery will open a Pennington location.

The “Taste of Cuba” spot is in the historically Black Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood and used to be “Virginia Mills’ Beauty Salon,” which the titular businesswoman ran for more than three decades. She was also the wife of Lieutenant Colonel Berkley Mills, known as the first Black postman in Princeton, but despite this legacy, the Momo brothers attested that the current structure can no longer be maintained and is “beyond the point of reclamation,” as quoted by Richard K. Rein for a TAPintoPrinceton article in July 2022.

Its demolition could also mean the loss of the mural on the building’s side, “Continuum,” by Lambertville artist Illia Barger, which was installed in 2012 and sponsored by Terra Momo and the Arts Council of Princeton.

At the time, Barger was the ACP’s Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence and painted it in honor of “three collaborative temporary public art installations located in empty lots on Paul Robeson Place between 2002 and 2009,” the ACP website stated.

The Alice Princeton

“The Alice,” a complex of luxury apartments being built at the corner of North Harrison Street and Terhune Road, commenced construction in March. Amounting to a 155,000-square-foot, $63 million endeavor four years in the making, the project is close to the Princeton Shopping Center as well as Grover Park — both of which will be accessible from the multifamily rental community thanks to the incorporation of designated walkways.

WinnCompanies, a Boston-headquartered management and development firm, has estimated that “The Alice” in Princeton will be finished by the summer of 2024. The group is also in charge of developing the nearby Terhune-Grover Neighborhood Park, a 1.46-acre public space with amenities such as a playground and a dog park.

The Princeton Planning Board approved the application for the site in May 2022 under WinnCompanies’ subdivision, Terhune Development Urban Renewal LLC. Now, the one-, two-, or threebedroom rentals, 40 percent of which will have dens and all with their own private balconies, will be split into 100 marketrate leases and 25 affordable options.

According to a press release, the apartments are named after Alice Winn, the late mother of WinnCompanies CEO Gilbert Winn and the wife of the company’s

founder, Arthur. The modern mindset of the design is rare in its dedication to cultivating a “hybrid, work-from-home lifestyle,” the notice continued, offering nook areas to do so as part of the vast club room. Also encompassed in that space will be a gallery for showcasing the work of local artists, a tasting bar, a dog spa and run, a fitness center, a rooftop deck, and more.

PCH and the Princeton Community Village

Applicants for Princeton Community Housing’s new apartments for very low, low, and moderate income households had until April 14 to submit their names in a “rental lottery” of sorts for 25 new affordable units in the nonprofit organization’s Princeton Community Village at Bunn Drive, which has 239 options in total across more than 30 acres of property.

The five one-bedroom apartments, 14 two-bedroom apartments, and six threebedroom apartments are expected to be available in late spring at a new building, 2 Holly House Row. The original Holly House apartment building, a six-story mid-rise structure, has 71 one-bedroom apartments, while PCH also oversees 167 two-, three-, and four-bedroom townhouses to continue its mission towards housing equity.

For information on what income levels or ranges qualify for affordable housing, see the fact sheet on PCH’s website breaking down the prices by location, size, and monthly rent at pchhomes.org/princetoncommunity-village.

More: pchhomes.org/newhomes.

Triumph Brew Pub and Princeton Design Guild

Triumph Brewing Company, one of New Jersey’s early brewpubs, has been flourishing in two other cities — Red Bank and New Hope, Pennsylvania — since temporarily closing its founding Princeton location. However, with the company on the verge of reopening after years of delays, its “triumphant” comeback in the heart of the community is all the more valuable.

Triumph relocated to the former Palmer Square Post Office, originally constructed in 1937, to start its new chapter in the town center. Owner Adam Rechnitz has been tracking the progress on the Triumph Post Office Instagram, with a tentative completion date this year.

In a March update, Rechnitz credited a few of the teams for their part in the ongoing “preservation, restoration, and renovation” work at the historic building: the Princeton Design Guild in Belle Mead; Massimino Building Corp. in Newtown, Pennsylvania; and Masonry Preservation Group in Pennsauken.

To see the sleek aesthetics and progress

The 19th-century building that houses A Little Taste of Cuba and Terra Momo Bread Company is slated to be replaced with a mixed-use structure.

Be a ‘Parte’ of the Past and Present at Point Breeze

The Bordentown estate of Joseph Bonaparte, the exiled king and Napoleon’s brother, gets right to the point with the May opening of a new Discovery Center in the renovated Gardener’s House at historic Point Breeze, page 2.

BY REBEKAH SCHROEDER

The Gardener’s House in Bordentown is the only building that remains standing from the time when Joseph Bonaparte, the exiled King of Naples and Spain, erected his extravagant estate at Point Breeze Ahead of its opening to the public as a longawaited Discovery Center this May, the renovated structure has received the royal treatment and will be a place where visitors can learn about the historic and natural narratives of the land.

Despite Point Breeze’s eras occupied by the Lenape Native Americans, a British politician, an entrepreneur, and several religious organizations, these stories were often blown past with the same swiftness suggested in the name—in favor of the former monarch, who was the older brother of Napoleon Bonaparte—rather than comprehensively told.

But the property that was once on the verge of being redeveloped has more chapters to come thanks to a collaboration of community conservation efforts from the City of Bordentown, the State of New Jersey’s Green Acres Program, and the nonprofit Delaware & Raritan Green-

way Land Trust, which partnered to purchase it in late 2020 from the Society of the Divine Word, or Divine Word Missionaries, its prior owner of 80 years.

D&R Greenway is the Princeton-based land preservation group that oversaw and funded the reconstruction of Bonaparte’s circa 1820 Gardener’s House, the two-story structure they bought in addition to one of the 60 available acres. With upcoming exhibitions and events, the environmental entity will operate the Discovery Center at Point Breeze as an extension of their commitment to protecting natural open space throughout New Jersey.

Linda Mead is the president and CEO of D&R Greenway, which is now finalizing their informational materials alongside Miles Truesdell III, the creative director and photographer of Leigh Visual Imaging in Princeton. Truesdell is responsible for the design and installation of the imagebased panels covering everything from archeology to horticulture, incorporating additional research by the D&R curatorial team.

D&R Greenway will debut these displays during their gala on Sunday, May 7, a fundraiser and garden party offering the first chance to take a docent-led tour of the Dis-

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Point Breeze, continued from Page 2 covery Center from 4 to 6 p.m. Be ready to browse the historic vegetable and herb garden they restored last year, which grows 27 heritage varieties reflective of what was planted in the 1820s.

Johan Firmenich is set to be awarded the 2023 Donald B. Jones Conservation Award for his leadership on Mountain View Road in Montgomery Township during the program. For tickets or more information, see the D&R Greenway website at drgreenway.org

The celebration at Point Breeze will recognize the region as part of the ancestral home of the Lenni Lenape, known as “Lenapehoking,” first stewarded 13,000 years ago.

Named after the upward winds that rise from where Crosswicks Creek flows into

and joins the Delaware River, this site sits at the confluence of the two waterways and is the southern access point to the Abbott Marshlands, a central New Jersey expanse of wetlands, woods, and diverse wildlife. As the grand unveiling of Point Breeze approaches on Saturday, May 20, the Discovery Center looks to reestablish the “spiritual connection” between the earth’s resources and its inhabitants, just as the “original people” (a literal translation for Leni Lenape) once did.

During the program, guests can enter the Discovery Center for a recommended yet voluntary $10 donation from 1 to 5 p.m. and attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony with key figures in the restoration saga, including a Native blessing by Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania storyteller Barbara “Bluejay” Michalski. Summer hours will then be on subsequent Thursdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.

Mead suggested typing “Divine Word Missionaries” into the GPS rather than the address to avoid being sent downtown, then entering the estate at 101 Park Street and following the dirt road to the right. Bordentown has relocated its new municipal building complex with administrative offices and a city hall in the heart of the huge property, which will also be the site of the new police station.

As part of this evolution of civic engagement that culminated in the $4.6 million joint sale, the remaining state-owned land will continue serving as a public park that Mead hopes to see flourish and instruct visitors on exactly what the project protects.

Trained as a lawyer and diplomat, Joseph Bonaparte became the King of Naples when his younger sibling Napoleon, the ruthless French military commander who would declare himself the First Consul of France and emperor, rose to power.

In Naples, Joseph was relatively respected and admired, but Napoleon soon grew disappointed in his performance. He was deposed in favor of his younger sister Caroline’s husband, Joachim Murat, and made to govern Spain in the aftermath of the French invasion. Although Joseph ended the Spanish Inquisition, he failed to reclaim any semblance of his former popularity and would later abdicate the position—after making multiple offers of his own to do so—just before his brother’s Waterloo 1815 defeat.

As the allied troops encroached on Paris, Joseph left his French residence at the Château de Mortefontaine and escaped from Europe in the hull of a ship without his wife, Marie Julie Clary, surrounded by casks of wine and with papers designating him as an “M. Bouchard.” Joseph renamed himself “Comte de Survilliers,” or “Count of Survilliers,” after the title of a petite property near

his Mortefontaine residence, but he was swiftly recognized and encouraged to seek political asylum from President James Madison; while Madison rejected an official meeting with him, he permitted Joseph to stay as long as he did so discreetly.

Joseph settled in Bordentown the following year and purchased Point Breeze from Stephen Sayre, a merchant and the former High Sheriff of London.

Napoleon had personally recommended that Joseph find an area between Philadel-

phia and New York to settle, which made Point Breeze an optimal spot for him to live a lavish lifestyle away from prying eyes; he did so by building an enormous, three-story mansion of palatial grandeur that made any initial secrecy somewhat of a moot point for the ex-monarch.

He would ultimately own more than 1,800 acres in the surrounding area, which included the estate where he lived from 1816 to 1832 before returning to London and then splitting his time between the two

until 1839, when he left Point Breeze for the last time before his death.

The home touted what was regarded as both the earliest and most expansive major art gallery, including a copy of the oil painting “Napoleon Crossing the Alps” by Jacques-Louis David, as well as one of the first to implement landscape design. He was also known to have the largest collection of books in the country in his private library, which comprised over 8,000 volumes—even more than the Library of Con-

gress did.

Bonaparte erected numerous buildings and fixtures, both scenic and functional, on the bluff, such as a large belvedere observation tower to take in the view, bridges, a temple, and a massive European-style garden. To take care of everything and execute Joseph’s vision, the “picturesque” Point Breeze required an exorbitant number of laborers and maintenance workers, many of whom also lived on the grounds.

Gorgeous statuaries, fountains, and Etruscan vases populated Point Breeze in as much abundance as the diverse ani-

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D&R Greenway President Linda Mead and exhibit designer Miles Truesdell III of Leigh Visual Imaging pose in the “Crown Jewels Gallery,” left, in the Discovery Center at Point Breeze, which Joseph Bonaparte first built as the Gardener’s House. Image credit to Miles Truesdell III of Leigh Visual Imaging.

Point Breeze, continued from Page 5 mal and plant life did, demonstrating how deeply Joseph, who was often hands-on and wore a coating of dirt he thought mightier than any crown, preferred his pastimes of “beautification” above all else.

Napoleon astutely predicted his brother’s American lifestyle in a quote that would prove true even in spite of setbacks: “He will be a bourgeois American and spend his fortune in making gardens.”

On January 4, 1820, the first mansion caught fire as Joseph returned from New York, with neighbors rushing to retrieve his belongings and nearly securing all the valuables that could be safely saved.

Richard F. Veit, Ph.D., a Monmouth University professor, historian, and archaeologist, has overseen the onsite excavations in 2007 where the first mansion was and in 2021 near the Gardener’s House, which resulted in the recovery of at least 20,000 artifacts.

This loss, according to Veit and Michael J. Gall’s 2011 “Archaeological Examination of Joseph Bonaparte’s Point Breeze Estate” report via the Abbott Marshlands website, led Joseph to start the process of building his second home. He then converted the estate’s preexisting horse stables closer to Park Street into an aesthetic resembling an “Italian villa,” a contrast to the other mansion’s neoclassical design.

Another addition was that Bonaparte also devised a system of underground tunnels to better maneuver across the vast estate, which connected to the waterway for commerce and transportation as well as to provide a potential escape route.

Yet, because of Julie Clary’s poor health, Joseph’s wife never came to live at Point Breeze and remained in Europe, while his daughters, Zénaïde and Charlotte, arrived a few years later—the former with naturalist Charles Lucien, a collaborator of John James Audubon who would become known as the “father of American descriptive ornithology.”

The son of Joseph and Napoleon’s younger brother, Lucien Bonaparte, Charles Lucien married his cousin, Zénaïde, which made him Joseph’s nephew and son-in-law. The couple lived in the “Lake House,” a new abode by the second mansion.

During this time, Joseph added more lodging for guests in the “Wash House,” as well as a residence for his gardener on the eastern side of the property, the “Gardener’s House.” Although the latter building’s exterior was initially a combination of brick and wood with a smooth white stucco that matched Joseph’s second home, the textured design was added during Divine Word’s ownership of the site.

From the garden at the rear of what will

now be the Discovery Center, the vestiges of the great orchard can be seen in the distance, leaving only a few trees in their place.

After officially opening in October of last year, the space will be used for varieties of plants from Bonaparte’s era, including several indigenous crops that the Lenape cultivated.

Gardener and land steward Lara Periard, who will also be the manager of the Discovery Center, researched the plants and aligned the plots according to the original ones from the historic 1847 map of the site with oversight from an advisory committee.

D&R’s Land and Property Steward, David Seiler, is also a carpenter with experience in historic renovations who designed and built the wooden fence to keep any animals, such as deer, from perusing the plants inside.

They began planting what they could in the fall of 2022, but being prepared at the start of the growing season this time around has enabled them to use more of the space for spring produce, Mead added, and she is especially looking forward to the squash and corn.

An arch indicates where the Gardener’s House’s back door and a flight of steps, one of which was discovered underground, would have been. Divine Word Missionaries donated a statue of St. Joseph, the patron saint of workers, families, travelers, and others who represent the diversity of individuals linked with Point Breeze, that presides over the native plants and French lavender growing nearby.

Originally founded as a center of camaraderie and study for anyone looking to pursue a religious profession, Divine Word changed courses to a high school seminary in the 1940s, expanding over the years with more facilities until Harris Hays Hammond’s mansion—which the prior owner had opulently transformed from the estate of Henry Beckett—caught fire in 1983.

This damage to the chapel and residence area marked the school’s closure, but thanks to its insurance policy, Divine Word was reimbursed for the losses and, following some litigation, was able to remodel the former classroom building and turn it into a residence for active and semiretired missionaries.

On the way into the house, there is a walkway made of recycled bluestone recovered from the second Joseph Bonaparte mansion, which has since been integrated into the patio and path as a starting point for tours, Mead said. This way, she added, those coming to the estate can “walk in the footsteps of history.”

The two bronze sturgeon statues by Kate Graves, Mead explained, gesturing to the rocks around the signature sycamore tree, remind her of Hammond, the investor and wealthy financier who owned the prop-

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erty from 1911 until he lost it in the 1929 stock market crash—at which point the bank repossessed it and it remained empty for more than a decade.

Hammond hired stonemasons to erect a Chinese water garden at the end of the property with waterfalls and a tunnel system that called to mind Bonaparte’s own, as the exhibit materials explain. The magical, almost fairylike aesthetics of the grotto area once encircled the perimeter of a swimming pool that Harris’ brother, inventor John Hays Hammond Jr., made his own history in.

Hammond Jr. was a torpedo of a force renowned as the “Father of Radio Control,” whose pioneering work became the basis for contemporary radio remote con-

trols. He acquired “over 400 patents” in his career, expanding science, communication, and even naval warfare equipment with missile guidance systems that are still in use today—and, according to Mead, he tested that very technology in the Point Breeze rock garden swimming pool.

When they lowered Graves’ sturgeon sculptures onto the ground using a crane and remote control, Mead said, it felt like a full-circle moment.

D&R Greenway began working on the Gardener’s House in the summer of 2021, and while the current structure is not an exact recreation of the original house, according to Mead, they hoped to instead “create a historical interpretation of the building” that will tell stories about the lay-

ers of land through a design evoking the period of its creation.

The main entrance was outfitted with paneled mahogany double doors based on historic drawings, which also showed two trees where the solitary sycamore now is.

Two flags will adorn the outside pole, with the first being specially made for the estate and representing the three Lenape clans—turtle, wolf, and turkey—designed by Eric Labacz. Truesdell is working on the other, which will have a crest symbolizing Joseph Bonaparte’s role at Point Breeze.

Mead emphasized that this project would not have been possible without the work of former mayor James “Jim” Lynch, whose spirited involvement helped safeguard the

open space from turning into housing complexes or warehouses.

Lynch was concerned about severing this connection to local history and the potential health dangers these facilities posed, as the Delaware River supplies clean drinking water to approximately 15 million people.

Thanks to care from those such as director-manager Father Poole and Rev. Martin H. Padovani, the latter of whom spent 60 years at Point Breeze and holds the record for the longest assignment there, Divine Word shared the same vision D&R Greenway had and approved the sale.

Through the “People of Point Breeze” room is the “Gardener’s Kitchen,” which has only been lightly updated with a deep sink perfect for washing produce. Hanging next to an 1830 Morris Tasker iron bake oven on the wall is a still life of vegetables by artist Paulette Z. Hill. She used the same list compiled by Val Sassaman and the Bordentown Historical Society’s vice president, Doug Kiovsky, to scout farmers’ markets for uncommon crops like white eggplants.

When they started work on the Gardener’s House, Mead noted that most of the building was outdated, with drop ceilings, shag carpeting, and dusty drapes, as a result of changes Divine Word made in the

The bluffs of Point Breeze sit above the confluence of Crosswicks Creek and the Delaware River in the Abbott Marshlands, left, as seen in an 1818 painting by Thomas Birch. The estate also has a historic garden growing produce from the 1820s, right, and represented in a still life by Paulette Z. Hill in the Discovery Center kitchen, center.

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These also carried over to the left room, now known as the “Crown Jewels Gallery,” where non-bearing walls separated a path to the bathroom and the living spaces for the retired priests, four of whom were still living at Point Breeze until 2020.

After taking those down, the curatorial team discovered the antique, hand-printed wallpaper underneath and restored the picture rails in every room.

erect a “modern” residence of his own; the Vincentian Fathers of Philadelphia, an all-male Roman Catholic society of apostolic life who used it as a short-lived summer retreat; Hammond; and finally, Divine Word from 1940 to 2020.

• Patio and walkway repairs: sunken, uneven areas re-leveled and pitch corrected…patios and walkways cleaned and re-sanded.

• Steps and front porches: rebuild, or repair and renovate

• Cracked foundations: repair and re-stucco.

• Concrete steps and sidewalks: repaired and resurfaced. Township sidewalks creating a liability. We can fix that!

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In the exhibit materials, Veit wrote that the title of the space comes from the legend of when the former king, before coming to America, fled to and secretly buried crown jewels in Switzerland—as well as solitaire diamonds, rubies, emeralds, pearls, fashionable items of value like collars and epaulets, swords, belts, and more—then sent Louis Mailliard, his secretary, personal assistant, and “closest confidant,” to fetch them.

Those riches financed Joseph’s lavish lifestyle; he spent time in Hamilton’s Bow Hill mansion, rented a townhouse in Philadelphia, and purchased 150,000 acres in upstate New York around what is now called Bonaparte Lake.

The inaugural set of revolving exhibits will be displayed at least through the end of 2023 and showcase paintings of prominent spots, or “the Jewels of Point Breeze,” that align with D&R Greenway’s interpretation that “the land and the resources,” such as the fruit orchards, rock garden, carriage bridge, and the view from atop the Bordentown bluffs, hold the true value.

D&R trustee Wendy Kvalheim has donated the display cases that house wooden duck decoys, ceramic panels celebrating Divine Word’s annual gala, and archaeological finds.

Enhanced interior features highlight the historic components that culminate at Point Breeze. The house’s windows, for example, are now sporting Empire-style curtains from Nancy Robinson-Long and Bert Kerstetter of Calico Corners in Yardley, which were based on photographs of 1820s French drapes.

An American brass chandelier greets guests at the entrance, along with an Italian blown glass piece named “Vento” (“wind”) that floats over the staircase like the grass at Point Breeze and complements the Spanish fixture on the top floor.

These chronicle the chapters of Bonaparte’s life on the way to the “Walk Through Time” room, which delves into the other owners that succeeded him: Thomas Richards and his wife Anna Bartram, the granddaughter of botanist John Bartram; Beckett, the British Consul at Philadelphia, described as “a fervent Francophobe” who destroyed Bonaparte’s second mansion to

Another figure of focus here is Mailliard, Joseph’s “right hand man” for 36 years. In a Community News Service exclusive, Mead shared that the room’s mantel, the only original one left in the entire home, will be reunited with the visage of its most famous former tenant and display a neverbefore-seen 1819 French portrait of Joseph Bonaparte above the fireplace.

This 19th-century art piece (see cover) by Louis Goubaud was recently restored and had been privately held for years until the William S. Mailliard family learned of D&R Greenway’s work at Point Breeze and offered to loan it for a three-year period.

The “Natural World” room on the upper right will be home to a small library and display case with types of Native American patterned pottery fragments, an arrowhead collection, and stone tools. There is also contemporary work by Jane “Walkingstick” Roop, a member of the Lenape tribe of Pennsylvania and a Cape Maybased artist who creates wood carvings and animal beadwork.

Truesdell, a Pennington native who has lived in Mercer County his entire life, said learning about the full history of Point Breeze was an “eye opener” for him. In his perspective, the most challenging aspect of the exhibit process has been tying all of the elements together in a cohesive way that marries the global and local connections within Point Breeze’s legacy.

But Bonaparte is only one brushstroke of the Point Breeze portrait, with years of community-wide conservation converting each structure, whether debris or salvaged, into a synthesis of historic and natural knowledge.

Mead shared that a conversation with her Lenape advisors crystallized this important takeaway for her, which is that the land has been here before us and will be here after us, and with every generation come new stewards who will shape its future.

Humans have survived by cherishing this relationship, Mead noted, and so she has always felt a similarly strong pull towards preservation—and to do her part in layering these stories against the landscape of the Discovery Center at Point Breeze. ***

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Hamilton Dental Associates

How to Pick the Perfect Pediatric Dentist for Your Kids

Your child’s oral health is a complex issue for parents to deal with throughout childhood. Finding a pediatric dentist for your child’s ongoing oral health needs requires careful consideration before committing. If you make a good choice in your child’s pediatric dentist, you can help set the tone for your child’s relationship with their dental health for the rest of their life.

Knowing what to look for when selecting a pediatric dentistry practice can make a difference in your child’s oral health. Here are some of the most important factors to consider before making your child’s first appointment.

Know the Difference Between a Pediatric and Family Dentist. When picking a dentist for your child’s first dental checkup, you might do a quick Google search and find a

Aquatic Performance Training

The Safest and Most

Effective Exercise Program

Aquatic Performance Training was born out of necessity for any person who is looking to improve their overall health but may be limited at a traditional gym due to an injury or physical limitation.

The owner of Aquatic Performance, John Dohanic, was inspired to create the business after having four shoulder surgeries by the time he was 19 years old, including a shoulder replacement. Being active in sports and traditional workouts such as weight lifting and powerlifting all of his life contributed to the extensive injuries that John was experiencing that left him out of shape, gaining weight, and full of pain.

Doctors told John to get in the water and he joined a local aqua aerobics program that included noodles, foam dumbbells, and kickboards. Although the water felt good on his injury, the program and

Finding a good pediatric dentist for you child can help them develop a positive relationship with dental health.

nearby family dentistry practice and call it a day. However, did you know that while a family dentist can treat patients of all ages, they might not have the same level of training as a pediatric dentist?

Not every dentist can practice on children. Dentists have to undergo years of extra training before diagnosing and treating children. Children’s oral health presents

unique challenges that adult dentists don’t have to deal with, so pediatric dentists must undergo specialist training to deal with these factors. Additionally, the training helps pediatric dentists learn how to better communicate with their young patients and have them feel as comfortable as possible in what can be an overwhelming situation.

A Kid-Friendly Atmosphere. For

many people, going to the dentist can spark feelings of anxiety and unease from the moment you step through the door. These feelings can get magnified in a child’s mind with their wild imaginations and distrust of new experiences. So when you’re deciding on a pediatric dental office to bring your child to for their next checkup, check out how the vibe of the website and office feels.

If you look online and in the actual building and you’re seeing a healthy dose of kids, bright colors, and a general sense that kids can come in and not feel overwhelmed by the office, it’s generally a good sign. A warm, open, and happy environment can do a lot of good for your child’s experience at our kid’s dentist’s office in Hamilton, NJ.

Initial Consultations. Building a good rapport between your child and their dentist remains a vital component of their dental experience. You want your child to be able to trust their dentist and feel comfortable in the chair during the examination.

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at the new Quakerbridge Road facility are a wide range of highenergy group sessions that are led by amazing instructors. Aquatic and land-based personal training are geared towards individuals who need more one on one attention and accountability. You will find the world’s first all aquatic gym that includes aqua bikes, underwater treadmills, aquatic ellipticals, and swimming. Anti-gravity treadmills increase your cardio health and leg strength without the wear and tear of normal land treadmills.

the equipment were not effective enough to deliver the results John was looking for. He started doing extensive research and education on more specialized equipment for the pool and began investing in underwater bikes, aquatic treadmills, and strength training equipment for the pool that would deliver the results he was looking for.

Aquatic Performance Training has been growing since 2010 and has

helped more than 5,000 local clients accomplish their health goals. This aquatic exercise company specializes in helping people who want to lose weight without the stresses of gravity and recover from surgeries such as joint replacements and spinal fusions. There is a wide variety of programs that can benefit athletes with sports injuries, special needs, as well as MS and Parkinson’s patients.

The different programs offered

The mission of Aquatic Performance Training is to provide the safest, most effective exercise and soon to be aqua therapy company in the country. We look forward to the opportunity to help you with your goals very soon!

P.S. If you are looking for swim lessons for kids or adults we have a great partnership with Eggert Aquatics who has been voted #1 swim lesson company in Mercer County for three years in a row.

More information: www. aquaticperformancetraining.com

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RWJUH Programs and Support Groups

Healthy Living for Mind, Body, Spirit & Support

Whether you are seeking support and camaraderie, trying to slim down, or searching for stress relief, the community education offerings provided by Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, will help you make informed decisions about your health, wellness, and fitness. Each month, community members participate in more than 75 RWJUH Hamilton health and wellness programs, 11 support groups, and

many health screenings. Most of these programs are free.

Programs cater to a wide range of interests and ages, from young children to older adults. “Through surveys and research, we determine the top health needs of the surrounding communities and then design programs to address them,”

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says Diane Grillo, Vice President, Health Promotion at RWJUH Hamilton. A Medical Advisory Panel composed of 28 board-certified physicians advises on program development to maximize the benefit to attendees. Programs are held in-person at the RWJUH Hamilton Center for Health and Wellness, located at 3100 Quakerbridge Road, in Hamilton, virtually online and out in our local communities.

Information and Education. The Mini-Medical School program is one of the many educational offerings available to the public through RWJUH Hamilton. This program is aimed at those who have an interest in healthcare as a career or just want a deeper understanding of human anatomy. RWJUH Hamilton physicians teach this 8-week course, focusing on a new element of healthcare and the body each week.

Holistic Health. RWJUH Hamilton’s holistic programs focus on non-medical wellness techniques, such as meditation, aromatherapy, and Reiki, which is a practice that promotes healing by improving energy flow around the body. In addition, the Holistic Program at RWJUH Hamilton’s Cancer Center offers a holistic approach to cancer care at no cost to our patients and their families.

A Focus on Nutrition. Learn new healthy eating habits from a Registered Dietician by attending a program in our demonstration kitchen at the RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center. These programs provide participants with quality nutritional information and are taught by a trained chef who understands the importance of healthy eating and loving the food you eat.

Better Health Program. There’s no better time to be 65+ and no greater way to enjoy this time than with RWJUH’s Better Health Program.

Become a member complimentary and experience the exclusive programs that engage the mind, encourage movement, and promote reflection. Participate as much or as little as you want, bring your friends or meet new friends, go on outings, and learn from doctors and professionals who prioritize your well-being. Healthy aging is a choice that requires nurturing of the body, mind, and spirit. The Better Health Program focuses on the whole person to create a personalized approach to wellness that is right for you.

“Given the variety of programs offered by RWJUH Hamilton like Tai Chi, yoga, meditation, nutrition and activities like art, crafts, music, spirit and more, there are Topics covered for everyone and any age to come and enjoy,” says Grillo.

On Tuesday, May 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m., RWJUH Hamilton is holding a Women’s Night special program, “Bubbles & Brushes,” where we will learn about the healing nature of painting while sipping bubbly and enjoying, chocolates and strawberries and each other’s company. The program will be led by Jane Zamost, artist and healing art instructor. Registration is required for the program and a $5 donation is kindly requested upon entry. Scan the QR code below to register.

Scan code to register for “Bubbles & Brushes” program on May 9, 2023! Visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonPrograms to view the monthly program calendar online.

Registration for any program can be completed online, by email CommunityEdHAM@rwjbh.org, or by phone at 609-584-5900.

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Pictured from left are: Wendy Jones RN; Taryn Krietzman RD; Joyce Cantalice, Manager, Better Health; Christie Ring, Coordinator; Patricia McDougall RN; Kelly Zappley, Specialist; Brian Weiner, Director, Community Education; and Ines Lecerf LSW.

RWJ Hamilton Healthy Living / May Community Education Programs

All programs require registration.

Colon Cancer Isn’t Just a 50+ Disease

Wed., May 3; 6 to 7 p.m.

Join Meera Yogarajah, MD, Board Certified in Hematology and Oncology, for a discussion about colon cancer and the importance of recognizing symptoms, early screenings and interventions.

Raised Bed Basics

Tue., May 9; 1 to 2 p.m.

A little garden knowledge goes a long way towards enjoying bountiful crops of your own. Learn to plan ahead for a fruitful season! Fee: $10. Taryn Krietzman, RDN

Bubbles and Brushes

Tuesday, May 9; 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Ladies join us for a fun evening of relaxation with bubbly while you paint away the stresses of your day. Painting instruction will be led by Jane Zamost, Artist/Healing Art Instructor. A $5 donation will be requested at the door.

Osteoporosis Screening

Wed., May 10; 1 to 3 p.m.

Ultrasound of heel and personalized information. Appointment and registration required.

Stroke: Every Second Counts

Thu., May 11; 1 to 2 p.m.

Learn the signs of stroke and what increases your risk for having a stroke. Connie Moceri, MSN, RN, AGNP-C, Director of Disease Management and Stroke Coordinator will give you the knowledge and tools you need to reduce your stroke risk.

Safety and Security Awareness in Today’s World

Mon., May 15; 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Learn about cybersecurity, internet scams and how to protect against identify theft, as well as personal safety at home, in the community and in the work place. Bob Field Jr., Assistant VP of Support Services, Safety and Security at RWJBH Hamilton, has extensive knowledge and practical experience in physical and personal protection. FREE

Take Home Colorectal Screening and Lecture

Mon., May 15; 1 to 2 p.m.

Learn how to use a simple take-home test to detect early colon cancer and take part in a lecture about how to reduce your risk.

Chakras 101: Understanding Your Energetic Anatomy

Mon., May 15; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

This workshop explores the chakras-energy centers within the body that interact with physical and emotional well-being. You will come away with an understanding of this energy system and the way it can help you lead your best life. Fee: $15. Michelle Gerdes, of Princeton Doula Center, RYT-200.

Dance It Out!

Tue., May 16; 1 to 2 p.m.

May 16: Kick Up Your Heels Line Dancing

Never miss a chance to dance! All ages welcome, no experience required.

Ask the Dietitian

Wed., May 17; 9 a.m. to noon

Do you have a question about diet and nutrition? Join a community education dietitian for a one-on-one Q&A. Taryn Krietzman, RDN

Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners

Wed., May 17; 1 to 2 p.m.

Learn how to rest your body and quiet your mind with the simple (although not always easy) practice of meditation. No experience necessary.

HealthRythms® Drumming Circle

Wed, May 17; 7 to 8 p.m.

Join our drumming circle and help drum your cares away. This evidence-based program is shown to reduce blood pressure, calm stress and increase the fun in your life. Drums provided. Fee: $15. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP

What’s in the Box? *VIRTUAL*

Thu., May 18; noon to 1:00 p.m.

All things seasonal, all the time! Learn what wonderful fruits and vegetables are up to this time of year and how to make them shine! Taryn Krietzman, RDN

Woman’s Situational Awareness and Self Defense

Thurs., May 18, 25 and June 1; 6:30 to 8 p.m. This three part series will cover situational awareness, de-escalating conflict and escaping basic holds as well as vulnerable points on the human body in which to strike effectively. It is expected that participants engage in all three classes. Anthony Jackson, of Dao Concepts is a US Veteran Tai-Chi instructor and self-defense educator. $50 for the series of 3 classes.

Seasonal Anxiety-Watch out for Spring Fever!

Mon., May 22, 11 a.m. to noon

Discussion group about dealing with Spring Fever. Easy tips and different strategies one can employ for coping.

Better Health Programs/Complimentary

Let’s Talk, A Senior Social Group

Wed., May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 and June 7; 10 to 11 a.m. Gathering in a collaborative setting to exchange thoughts, feelings and experiences amongst peers. This group is a partnership between RWJ University Hospital Hamilton and the PsycHealth Associates here in Hamilton. This is a weekly program. Please feel free to attend one or all.

My Aching Joints – Advancements in Arthritis Treatment and Joint Replacement with Michael Duch, MD, Orthopededics, Lunch & Learn, Mon., May 8; Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Dr. Duch will lead this interactive program about advancements in arthritis treatments and when joint replacement might be the best option.

Tai Chi Classes

Tue., May 16 and 30; 10 to 11 a.m.

Tai Chi is recommended for seniors because it improves balance, strengthens muscles in the legs and helps reduce falls and back pain. Beginner’s welcome.

How Smart are Animals

Thu., May 11; Noon - 1 p.m.

Gabe Matt introduces his service dog Louie, and shares the process of training a service dog and their many talents for detecting early medical warnings. Marge Archer will share what animals are the smartest, can they solve problems, show emotions or identify illnesses? Join us to find out the answers.

Meditation Classes

Fri., May 12 & 26; 11:30 a.m. to Noon

Sifu Tony Jackson, DAO Concepts leads this program. Meditation can wipe away the day’s stress, bringing inner peace. Beginner’s welcome.

Socrates Café, Wed., May 17; 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

“Socrates Café” is about discussing a topic, sharing our thoughts, our beliefs, our ideas, and experiences. Come with an open mind, respect for one another, and a willingness to see where it takes us.

Grounds for Sculpture Wellness Walk for New Better Health Member Attendees Only

Thu., May 18; 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Rain date: Thursday, May 25)

Kids Fit in the Kitchen!

Wed., May 24; 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Can You Make the Cut? Get put to the test! Learn knife safety and skills in this interactive class. For children ages 5 and older with a parent/ caregiver. Register early – Class size is limited! Fee: $5 per child, $5 per parent/caregiver. Taryn Krietzman, RDN

Reiki Share

Wed., May 24; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

For folks who have been Reiki certified (at any level) to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow. Fee: $5

Wise Women Discussion Group

Thu., May 25, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Join a community of women as we discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.

The M Word: Menopause

Thu., June 1; 5 to 6 p.m.

Hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, oh my! Come discuss perimenopause and menopause with Kunali Dalal, MD. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Dalal will help you navigate all of the changes that are associated with this transition.

Lung Cancer Screening-Who Qualifies and When to Get Screened

Wed., June 7; 5 to 6 p.m.

Lung Screening Program Director, Dr. Eishan Patel and Program Manager Kaidlan Ricardo, CMA, BS-HA will discuss screening and early detection of lung cancer and treatment options.

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Spring Fling Lunch and Music

Thu., June 1; 12 to 3 p.m.

Exclusive opportunity to join us as Grounds for Sculpture welcomes us for their Wellness Walk! Whether you are a fast or slower walker, there will be a group for you. Only first-time registrations will be honored. Member Attendees are invited to enjoy GFS for the remainder of the day.

No Place Like home, Lunch & Learn & More!

Friday, May 19: Noon to 3p.m.

Sara Ali, MD Board Certified Geriatrician, and Sheli Monnachio from Angelione Mobility will discuss how to best prepare to live-out your life at home from a medical perspective and from a safety perspective. There will be raffle drawings, lunch at noon, and camaraderie as you learn how to plan for your future.

Grounds for Sculpture Wellness Walk

Mon., May 22; 10 to 11 a.m. (Rain date: Mon., June 5)

Better Health members are invited to join the group for a guided Wellness Walk at Grounds for Sculpture! Attendees are invited to enjoy GFS for the remainder of the day.

Let’s celebrate Spring together with lunch, music, dancing, and more. Must be a Better Health Member to attend.

Roxanne Gennari, Coldwell Banker

A Top Producer in the Mercer County Region

Are you looking to buy or sell a property in Mercer County, Bucks County, or the surrounding areas? Look no further than Roxanne Gennari, a top producing real estate in the local region with Coldwell Banker Realty.

Recently named among the top sales professionals within Coldwell Banker Realty, Roxanne was awarded the 2022 International President’s Elite Team accolade. This award exemplifies the best and brightest in the real estate industry, and Roxanne is a testament to this. In 2022, Roxanne helped over 80 buyers and sellers’ complete successful real estate transactions totaling more than $49 million in Mercer County and the surrounding area.

With more than 40 years of real estate experience under her belt, Roxanne has built a reputation for

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providing exceptional service. Her continued success is based almost entirely on wordof-mouth referrals, a testament to the trust and respect she has earned in the local areas.

Roxanne’s name is a staple in the Real Estate community, and she loves what she does. Her passion for real estate is evident in every transaction she completes, and she always goes above and beyond to ensure her clients are satisfied.

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So, if you’re looking for a real estate agent who has the experience, expertise, and strong reputation, look no further than Roxanne Gennari. Contact her today via email at rox@ roxannegennari.com or via cell at 609-306-7148 to get started on your real estate journey.

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advancements in technology. We are excited to provide our patients with the most advanced imaging technology which will allow our radiologist to make recommendations that will lead to better patient outcomes.This continues the tradition of providing quality care for over 50 years to the residents of Mercer County”said Dr. Eric Bosworth, Chief Medical Officer for RAI Lawrenceville, Hamilton, and Windsor.

Patients are our first priority, and great healthcare depends on great technology. RAI’s new 3T MRI includes new and groundbreaking acceleration technology, which is powered by Artificial Intelligence. It takes advantage of convolutional neural networks to accelerate MR scans, making them faster than ever before.

Radiology Affiliates Imaging is a 33-physician radiology practice serving New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware for over 50 years. RAI is an affiliate of Radiolgy Partners, the largest physician-owned and physician-led radiology practice in the US.

We offer early morning, evening and weekend appointments. In addition to MRI services, RAI offers reduced radiation 64 slice CT and digital x-ray, ultrasound, thyroid biopsy, bone density,3D mammography, Breast MRI and Calcium Scoring.

For more information the media can contact Ruth Hawthorne at Ruth. Hawthorne@radpartners.com.

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women’s health

Fluid Physio Helping People Move

Dr. Gianna Bigliani, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, owner and founder of Fluid Physio is excited to help people move more comfortably.

“The first thing you need to know about Fluid Physio is that we can get fast results.. We are different than any other physical therapy practice because of our approach: a full hour of one-on-one specialized manual therapy treatment that will return you to pain-free optimal performance and function much faster than others.”

Dr Gianna graduated from Temple University in 2003 and became a certified strength and conditioning specialist, complimented by her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She became a certified orthopedic specialist. She worked with athletes of all ages (including children) and abilities (including at a professional level). Dr Gianna pursued a career in physical therapy after sustaining her own rowing sports injuries.

The emphasis here is not on machines, she said. There are

exercise balls, bands, and a giant mirror, among other therapy tools, but the primary treatment is manual therapy, including manipulating joints, soft tissue (muscles and ligaments), and nerves. “Manual therapy is followed by movement reeducation,” said Dr. Gianna “The body needs to learn how to move without the restrictions it previously had so that the effect of the therapy is lasting.”

“Every patient is an athlete at Fluid Physio,” she says. “Our goal is to maximize your performance in the activities you love, whether they are on the water, on the road, on the field, or on the floor.”

“I often treat hips and backs in the winter when people slip and fall on snow or ice. Also, they can hurt their backs raking leaves or shoveling snow. Another condition I often treat is foot pain.”

She gives her clients “homework,” “Each patient gets specific exercises and movements to do at home according to their needs and goals.”

“We’re not created to be sedentary. It’s good to be physically active.

I chose the name Fluid Physio because ‘fluid’ is how movement should be. Physio is how the rest of the world refers to physical therapy. I also like water and how the water moves, so I thought fluid physio was quite appropriate.”

Fluid Physio, 160 Lawrenceville Pennington Road, Suite 16, Lawrence. 609-436-0366. Fluidphysio.com.

What we treat

From chronic pain to the most intense injuries, we can help you get back to a pain-free life.

Manual Physical Therapy

Our hands-on approach will help you reach optimal performace, faster than you thought possible.

Movement Re-Education

Our physical therapists will analyze your movement and restore normal movement patterns.

JANS Caregiver Services Top of the Line Care That You Can Count On

Founded in 2020, JANS is family owned and operated. Our name is a combination of the four members of our family, and serves as a constant reminder that we are a family first organization. The founder, Angel Torres, has more than 10 years of experience with in-home care. He is passionate about caring for people and has built a company of likeminded individuals in order to provide top of the line care that you can count on.

No two individuals are alike and no two cares plans are alike. JANS will offer you a customized plan. We specialize in meeting with our families, understanding their needs, requirements and resources to build a plan that will work specifically for them. We do not provide a cookie cutter offering, because we know how special each person is.

JANS Caregiver Services can provide the following therapeutic

services in home care, both short and long term.

Short Term:

• Post Surgery

• Post Injury

• Short term disability

Long Term:

• Elder Care

• Memory Issues

• Mobility Issues

We are trained and certified to

assist with the following chronic health conditions:

• Alzheimer’s

• Dementia

• Diabetes

• Parkinson’s

• Fibromialgia

Our services Include:

• Personalized In Home Care

• Basic Grooming

• Bathing

• Feeding and Specialized Diet needs

• Light housekeeping including (laundry, dishes, vacuum)

• Meal Preparation (Including special diet needs and restrictions)

• Medication Reminders

• Mobility Assistance

• Personal Hygiene

• Physical Therapy Assistance/ Continuation of care plan

• Toileting and Incontinent Care

• Transferring and Positioning

• Companion and Security Care

• Spending time in conversation

• Card and Board Games

• Puzzles and other activities that stimulate active thinking

• Providing the security of loved one not home alone

• Provide a presence in the neighborhood so that loved one is not always alone

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The Dental Difference

Mini Dental Implants: A True Innovation in Dentistry

Mini Dental Implants (MDIs) have changed the face of implant dentistry. Unlike traditional implant placement, where multiple dental visits are often required, MDIs can eliminate the need for extensive surgery. The most common use for MDIs is the stabilization of dentures and overdentures. MDIs firmly anchor the dental prosthesis, which means there is no longer a need to suffer with ill-fitting, loose and ANNOYING dentures!

MDIs are designed to eliminate elaborate bone grafting and to expedite treatment. Traditional implants may require significant bone grafting and a longer recovery period. The latent period allows the anchor of the implant to properly embed itself into the jawbone. The smaller size of MDIs means that no recovery period is possible, and the denture can be fitted the same day.

What are the advantages of MDI placement?

MDIs are a true innovation for people who are reluctant to have invasive dental surgery and who are suffering denture wearers. One significant advantage MDIs have over traditional implants is that they offer a viable treatment choice for patients who have experienced extensive bone loss. Depending on the quality and density of jawbone available at the implant site, four or more of these mini implants may be implanted at one time. The most common use for MDIs is to stabilize a lower denture, however they can be placed anywhere in the mouth.

Other advantages associated with MDIs may include:

• Better smelling breath

• More self-esteem

• Clearer speech

• Easier chewing and biting

• Easier cleaning

• Firmer denture fit

• Good success rate

• Less denture discomfort

• No cutting or sutures

• No need for adhesives or messy bonding agents

• No rotting food beneath the denture

• No slipping or wobbling

• Quick treatment time

• Reduced costs

How are mini dental implants placed?

The whole mini dental implant placement procedure takes approximately one hour. Generally, in the case of lower jaw implants, four to six MDIs will be placed about 5mm apart. Prior to inserting MDIs, Dr. Mosmen will use many diagnostic and planning tools to find the optimal location to implant them.

After placement, a denture will be modified and affixed to the MDIs. The rubber O-ring on each MDI snaps into the designated spot on the denture, and the denture then rests snugly on the gum tissue. MDIs hold the denture comfortably in a tight-fitting way for the lifetime of that implant.

In almost all cases, no stitching is required, and no real discomfort is felt after the procedure. When the denture placement procedure is complete, light eating can be resumed. The denture can be removed and cleaned at will. MDIs enhance the natural beauty of the smile and restore full functionality to the teeth.

If you have any questions about ni dental implants, please call Dr. Kevin Mosmen for a FREE consultation appointment to see if you’re a candidate for this procedure or traditional implants.

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RWJBarnabas Health

What Healthy Women Know: 5 Keys to Optimal Health

Women go through many life stages and their health needs change accordingly. Staying healthy may seem daunting, but it’s not complicated. “Preventive health is extremely important,” says Lisa Tufankjian, DO, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group. “Beyond having an annual physical — which every woman should do — there are screenings and tests that women should have at different ages, as well as steps they can take on their own, or in tandem with their healthcare provider, to help ward off disease.”

1. Maintain Your Gynecologic and Reproductive Health. Starting at age 21, women should have an annual gynecologic checkup that includes a pelvic exam, a Pap smear (generally every one to three years), a breast exam and other age-appropriate screenings, such as HPV tests. “All women should know how to do breast self-exams,” says Dr. Tufankjian. “And starting at age 40, women at average

risk of breast cancer should have a mammogram yearly.”

2. Eat a Healthy Diet. The adage “you are what you eat” is more than just a cliché. “All women should maintain a healthy diet that, generally speaking, includes a balance of lean protein, healthy fats, complex carbohydrates such as whole grains and a variety of fruits and vegetables,” says Dr. Tufankjian. Women who have special dietary needs, restrictions or health issues should consult with their primary care provider and/or a registered dietitian or nutritionist. “It’s important to limit salt and sugar intake and to choose fresh foods rather than processed foods whenever possible,” says Dr. Tufankjian.

3. Exercise Regularly. “It’s important to do some form of exercise every day,” says Dr. Tufankjian. While every woman’s needs and abilities are different, regular exercise is essential for optimal health. Take a walk, ride a bike, swim, dance — just get moving, and aim for at least a half hour of moderate exercise per day, incorporating strength training twice a week. “Being sedentary is not just bad for your heart, it’s also bad

for your bones,” says Dr. Tufankjian. Inadequate exercise can also affect your mental health. Studies have shown that exercise can help alleviate some symptoms of depression, stress and anxiety and can also help with selfesteem.

4. Get Proper Sleep. Sleep is more important than many people realize. “It is one of the few things we cannot live without,” says Dr. Tufankjian. “Like water and oxygen, it is essential to our survival.” Yet the majority of people either do not get enough sleep — usually seven to nine hours a night — or enough quality sleep, which means restful, restorative, uninterrupted sleep. To get restorative sleep, be consistent with your bedtime habits (i.e., try to go to bed and wake up at roughly the same time every day); sleep in a dark room; be sure your bedroom temperature is comfortable and not too warm; avoid large meals, caffeine and alcohol before bedtime; and turn off electronic devices, including your phone. “Exercising during the day will also help you sleep better at night,” says Dr. Tufankjian.

5. Don’t Neglect Your Mental Health. Simply put: Mental health is

Tufankjian, DO, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group

health. Your mind is part of you, and, when it comes to staying healthy, it’s impossible to separate your body and your mind. It’s important to address and manage stress, anxiety and depression and to know when to seek professional help. Exercise, yoga and meditation can help alleviate mild symptoms, but if you begin to feel overwhelmed, you should seek professional help. Talk to your health provider and learn more at rwjbh.org/ behavioralhealth.

Use your smartphone camera to hover over the QR code and learn more about RWJBarnabas Health and our women’s healthcare team.

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Regenerative Spine and Pain Institute

Treating Pain with PRP and Stem Cell Therapy

Pain.

It gnaws at you. It drains you. It becomes the focus of your life. Experiencing a few pain-free moments can be euphoric; it makes you realize how long you’ve been living with aches and pain. You might wonder how you can find a solution to relieve the pain and regain your freedom from discomfort.

Dr. Ronak Patel at Regenerative Spine and Pain Institute wants you to know there are two new revolutionary answers to pain relief.

Both platelet-rich therapyotherwise known as PRP - and stem cell therapy give patients new hope by using the body’s powerful healing power to accelerate the battle against pain. Dr. Patel has seen incredible success implementing these cuttingedge treatments on hundreds of patients suffering from pain-related issues.

So if you are suffering from any of the ailments below, there’s a lifeline.

• Osteoarthritis

• Rotator cuff tear

• Back pain

• Meniscus tears

• Tennis elbow

• Disc herniations

• Tendonitis

• Neck pain

Here’s the best news: Neither PRP or stem cell therapy involves drug use with side effects or any surgical procedures.

Both PRP and stem cell treatments use the body’s own healing resources to repair diseased or damaged tissue — and the results are quite remarkable.

PRP therapy involves injecting concentrated platelets and growth factors into damaged tissue to stimulate the faster growth of new healthy cells. Platelets are cells that prevent and stop bleeding. If a blood vessel is damaged, the body sends signals to our platelets to get on the job and start the healing. Some call platelets the body’s natural bandage.

So how does PRP therapy work? It’s basically drawing a one small vial of blood from the patient and

then using a centrifuge to turn it into a potent and concentrated form of platelets. It is then injected back into the patient. Think of it as a boost of your own blood — only superpowered.

Recovery time for PRP therapy is far shorter than for surgery. Patients usually experience soreness for a week or so, but the gradual improvement soon begins. Unlike a steroid shot, which gives you immediate relief and quickly wears off, a PRP patient will see pain symptoms improve over a period of months, and up to 80 percent of patients will see relief for up to two years.

Stem cell therapy can be an even more powerful way to harness the body’s healing power. Stem cells are the building blocks for every cell in our body. These powerful cells can be harvested to produce powerful new cells to fight inflammation and disease.

For those suffering from osteoarthritis, stem cell therapy has proven very effective. That’s because the stem cells may help develop new cartilage cells and suppress inflammation. Stem cells can be harvested through a sample of body fat or bone marrow or be harvested from donated umbilical cord tissue.

And yes, you can even augment PRP therapy with stem cell therapy for an even bigger boost!

Stop wondering if you’ll have to live with your pain forever. Contact Regenerative Spine and Pain Institute today at 609-269-4451 or go to www.njpaindoc.com to book an appointment and learn more.

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in motion, visit the Triumph page on the Princeton Design Guild website, pdguild. com for video updates of the luxe booth seating, skylights, and the upstairs bar being assembled at PDG’s headquarters.

The Princeton Einstein Museum of Science (see the March edition of the Princeton Echo) is currently fundraising to support its eventual move into Triumph’s original 138 Nassau Street location, a former bowling alley, and promote learning in the spirit of the local luminary.

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Ideas to Watch: ‘Welcome to Princeton’ Signs & the Dinky

The “Welcome to Princeton” signs at each of the seven entryways into Princeton greet visitors warmly but could possibly elicit a complicated first impression, with the displays, which state the year that Europeans settled here in 1683, becoming a topic of conversation.

Princeton resident Bob Durkee, whose previous Princeton University roles included serving as the vice president for public affairs as well as the VP and secretary of the school itself, spent nearly 50 years in administrative positions. Durkee advocated for updated signage at an April

9 Princeton Council Meeting with the recommendation that these features should address the relevance of the Lenni Lenape to the area, preceding the Europeans, in solidarity with Native American and Indigenous communities.

centrated by the Delaware River and other New Jersey territories.

Another idea that has yet to move forward is whether to upgrade the Dinky, a 2.7-mile-long short rail line run by New Jersey Transit that connects the Princeton Branch stations of Princeton Junction, which is technically part of West Windsor, and Princeton. The cars in service have not been updated since the 1970s and still provide transportation for the two towns, especially for those commuting to Princeton University.

After outreach and a “Princeton Transitway Study” conducted by Stantec in November, the alternatives were estimated at a cost of $190 million and led to the choice of two in particular: modernizing to a “dedicated transit roadway with embedded light rail” with electric trains and buses extending into Downtown Princeton and West Windsor, or taking no action whatsoever.

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The Princeton Civil Rights Commission supported this idea and offered more inclusive suggestions, such as if the new signs could be geared towards the municipality consolidation date in 2013 or other historic records that turn the context from colonial to more culturally comprehensive language.

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The first plan would increase the availability, performance, accessibility, safety, and overall quality of the Mercer County transportation routes, according to the Friends of the Dinky Corridor. Other additions, such as Wi-Fi connectivity and trails for biking and walking, would run parallel to the corridor and “provide safe crossing over US Route 1, with connections at the D&R Canal towpath and at the Dinky Line Trail” for pedestrians.

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Construction is underway on The Alice, a luxury apartment complex at the intersection of North Harrison Street and Terhune Road.

Monday May 1

Hilma, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street. www.princetongardentheatre.org. Princeton premiere of the film story of one of the art world’s first abstract artists, Hilma af Klint. 7 p.m.

Continuing Conversations on Race, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Benjamin Saulsberry of the Emmet Till Interpretive Center engages in conversation with NIOT board member Joyce Trotman Jordan about Till’s 1955 lynching and ways to respond to racial injustice today. Via Zoom. Register. 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday May 2

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.

João Biehl, Adriana Petryna & Laurence Ralph, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The radically humanistic essays of “Arc of Interference: Medical Anthropology for Worlds on Edge” refigure our

sense of the real, the ethical, and the political in the face of mounting social and planetary upheavals. Conversation with Biehl, the coauthor of this visionary new collection, and two of today’s leading anthropologists, Petryna and Ralph. 6 p.m.

Outdoor Storytime, Princeton Public Library, Princeton Shopping Center Courtyard, 301 North Harrison Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Open-air, interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement for children 18 months and older and their families. Weather permitting. Bring a blanket or towel to sit on. Register. Weekly on Tuesdays. 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Panel: AAPI Curriculum, One Year Later, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Panelists give an update about implementation of New Jersey’s AAPI curriculum mandate, AAPI curriculum professional development opportunities, and tips on educational advocacy. Via Zoom. Register. 7 p.m.

Wednesday May 3

David Broza in Concert, Jewish Center of

Princeton, 435 Nassau Street, 609-921-0100. www.thejewishcenter.org. World-renowned Israeli singer, songwriter, and guitarist performs in honor of Israel’s 75th anniversary of independence. Register. $36 to $75. 7 p.m.

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

Presentation: “Third World Problems?”Lessons from Pakistan In a Climate-changing World, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. This moderated discussion will focus on the impact and lessons learned from the recent floods in Pakistan and raise important questions about climate justice in the United States and globally. 7 to 8 p.m.

Vaccine Awareness for Overall Health in Older Adults, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. Dr. George DiFerdinando, chair of the Princeton Board of Health, will review the 2023 Adult Immunization Schedule by Age with particular focus on immunizations for persons over fifty years of age, with other medical conditions, and offer point to resources for home review. In person or via Zoom. Register. 1 p.m.

Thursday May 4

Margot Canaday & Hendrik Hartog, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Conversation about the LGBT workforce in America in honor of the publication of Canaday’s new book, “Queering Career: Sexuality and Work in Modern America.” 6 p.m.

Main Street Millionaires, 55-Plus Club of Princeton, The Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street. www.princeton.com/groups/55plus. Presentation by Owen Zidar, professor of economics and public Affairs at Princeton University. Via Zoom or in person. Free; $5 donation requested. 10 a.m.

Friends Annual Mary Pitcairn Keating Lecture, Princeton University Art Museum, Friend Center Room 101, William Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Rachael Z. DeLue, art historian and professor, delivers this year’s lecture, titled “Against the Grain, or What We Can Learn from Early American Museums That Got It Wrong.” Reception to follow. 5 p.m.

McCarter Live at the Library: How to Plan a Season, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. McCarter Theatre’s Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Director of Special Programming Paula Abreu talk about their work building on

McCarter’s legacy and evolving the organization in new ways. 7 p.m.

Friday May 5

ArtJam 2023, HomeFront, 19 Hulfish Street. www.homefrontnj.org. First day for pop-up gallery featuring the work of undiscovered artists who have been impacted by poverty and homelessness and professional artists. Proceeds benefit families in need in Mercer County. On view through May 27. Noon to 8 p.m.

Bhangra Dance, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. At this family-friendly event, learn about the history and origins of Bhangra followed by a performance and a chance to try Bhangra yourself. 4 p.m.

Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street. www.princetonfolkdance.org. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $5. Weekly on Fridays. 8 p.m.

Morven in May Spring Garden Party, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Annual benefit for Morven’s exhibitions, educational programming, and preservation. Grazing menu, cocktails, live entertainment, and auction. Register. $250 and up. Rain or shine. 6 to 8 p.m.

A Conversation and Q&A Celebrating Great Minds, Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive. www.ias.edu. Walter Isaacson, renowned writer and Albert Einstein biographer, discusses long-serving Institute professor Einstein — and other geniuses about whom Isaacson has written — with IAS Trustee and Peer-to-Peer Conversations moderator David Rubenstein. Immediately following the program, join for a Ribbon Cutting and Reception celebrating the Rubenstein Commons Building Dedication. 5 p.m.

The Public Face of Positive Aging Through Theater, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior. org. The nineteen members of the OnStage Ensemble, all over fifty-five years of age, present original monologues and scenes drawn from interviews with area residents. Register. $5. 3 to 5 p.m.

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Celebrating Morten Lauridsen at 80, Princeton Pro Musica, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonpromusica. org. Program features choral music by American composers Morten Lauridsen and Shawn Kirchner and Eric Plutz playing the Organ Suite No. 1 by American composer Florence Price. 4 p.m.

Sustainable Jazz Duo, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Steve Hiltner and Phil Orr perform original compositions ranging in style from jazz to samba to funk, combining fresh melodies, inventive arrangements and improvisation. 3 p.m.

Darla Rich Jazz, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee. com. Free. 7 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. Also May 13 and 19. 2 p.m.

Cinderella, Princeton Youth Ballet, Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 16 Walnut Lane. www.princetonyouthballet.org. Enjoy the beloved fairytale reimagined and brought

to life by the talented young artists of PYB. $25. Family-friendly performance recommended for audience members ages 4 years old and up. 4 p.m.

Blues for an Alabama Sky, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www. mccarter.org. In a Depression-era Harlem apartment building, a close-knit group of friends has become a chosen family. Their lives are upturned when Southern newcomer Leland arrives. Through May 28. 8 p.m.

When Compassion Defeated Cruelty, Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street. www.laldef.org. Panel shares the story of how Martha’s Vineyard opened its arms to warmly welcome a planeload of Venezuelan immigrants, beating Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at his own game. Panelists include Rachel M. Self, who coordinated support from local agencies;

HomeFront’s ArtJam 2023 Blooms in Princeton

Awide selection of styles of original art comes to Princeton this spring to support a worthy cause — helping families in need in Mercer County. HomeFront’s ArtJam 2023 pop-up gallery will feature both the work of undiscovered artists who have been impacted by poverty and homelessness and professional artists.

The art event celebrates creativity and community, while proceeds benefit HomeFront and ArtSpace, HomeFront’s innovative therapeutic art program for those experiencing homelessness. HomeFront is a nationally recognized program that supports Mercer County’s families that experience or are at risk of homelessness by providing wraparound services including safe secure housing, life skills, support for children and basic necessities.

ArtJam 2023 launches at 19 Hulfish St., Palmer Square, Princeton on Friday, May 5. More than 100 artists are represented in the gallery over the course of the show, which is open through May 27. The one-of-a-kind artwork for sale includes paintings, sculptures, pottery,

J. Larkin Sterlings, a Vineyard resident involved with helping asylum seekers; and moderator Jason Scott Camilo, a LALDEF board member and son of parents who fled community Cuba. Light refreshments served. Register. $55. 1 p.m.

Princeton Art Bazaar, Arts Council of Princeton, Paul Robeson Place. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Outdoor art market featuring more than 80 vendors. Triumph Brewing Company beer garden opens at noon. Open studios and art-making including watercolor, figure drawing, printmaking, capoeira, and t-shirt

glass, and hand-sewn items from SewingSpace, HomeFront’s sewing program.

“ArtJam 2023 brings together so many people who want to support the creativity of our HomeFront families. It is so important to build valuable skills in our clients,” says Ruthann Traylor, director of Artspace, and its sister program, SewingSpace at HomeFront.

“Prior to our show, our volunteer curators look close to home and beyond to find new and established artists of all genres. This year, HomeFront put out a wide-ranging ‘call for art,’ an open invitation for artists looking to join its efforts. As a result, several wonderful new artists are participating in the show.”

The ArtJam 2023 gallery located at 19 Hulfish Street will be open between May 5 and 27 during the following hours: Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, noon to 8 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.

For more information on ArtJam 2023, ArtSpace, volunteering or sponsorship opportunities, contact Ruthann Traylor, 609-883-7500 ext. 316, RuthannT@homefrontnj.org.

More: www.homefrontnj.org

screenprinting from 1 to 3 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Princeton University Eating Clubs Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Colonial Club, 40 Prospect Avenue. www.princetonhistory.org. Author Clifford Zink on a walking tour outside Princeton University’s majestic eating clubs. Learn about the architecture, origins, and development of the sixteen Classical and Gothicstyle clubhouses, which date from 1895 to 1928. Register. $20. 10 a.m. to noon.

The Princeton Art Bazaar takes place Saturday, May 6, on Paul Robeson Place. Triumph Brewery hosts a beer garden at the event.

sunday May 7

Concert: More Musical Gems from the Yiddish Theater, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. Diane Cypkin features songs made famous by legends like Molly Picon and Menasha Skulnik and also focus on the great Yiddish songwriters in this program that is both a concert and a lecture. 3 p.m.

Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Nassau Hall, Princeton University. artmuseum. 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; stairfree. Also May 14 and 21. 2 p.m.

Cinderella, Princeton Youth Ballet, Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 16 Walnut Lane. www.princetonyouthballet.org. Enjoy the beloved fairytale reimagined and brought to life by the talented young artists of PYB. $25. Family-friendly performance recommended for audience members ages 4 years old and up. Noon and 4 p.m.

Giacomo Puccini and the End of the Golden Age of Italian Opera, Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street. www.dorotheashouse.org. Talk by Joseph Pucciatti, co-founder and director of Bo

heme Opera New Jersey. Pucciatti discusses Puccini’s lifetime and his operas from 1890 through 1924, considered Italian opera’s golden age, which ended in 1926 when legendary conductor Arturo Toscanini supervised the last great moments of Giacomo Puccini’s “Turandot” at Milan’s La Scala. Participants are encouraged to bring refreshments to share at a post-lecture reception. 6 p.m.

Monday May 8

Author: Carol Graham with Anne C. Case, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Economists Carol Graham and Anne C. Case discuss Graham’s recently released book “The Power of Hope” and examine why hope matters as a metric of economic and social well-being. 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday May 9

LLL Presents Lanny Jones & Joyce Carol Oates, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. From the writer and editor who coined the term “baby boomer” comes “Celebrity Nation,” an exploration of how and why fame no longer stems only from heroic achievements but from the number of “likes” and shares-and what this change means for American culture. He is joined in conversation by Joyce Carol Oates, a literary celebrity who by contrast is famous for her craft. 6 p.m.

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Benefits for Us and the Planet, Eating for Your Health. www.eatingforyourhealth.org. Dr. Chung S. Yang, professor emeritus in the Rutgers School of Pharmacy, presents. His research interests include dietary factors in cancer prevention, chemoprevention, and toxicology. Via Zoom. Register; donations accepted. 7 p.m.

What our Kids Need Now: More Empathy and Empowerment Skills, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. This interactive workshop teaches youth, parents and families how to nurture empathy and empathic action. 6:30 p.m.

FYI Seminar, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. “The Perils of Hiring Private Home Care” presented by Lisa Bayer, director of marketing and education for Always Best Care. Register. 3 p.m.

Wednesday May 10

Sound Journey, Office of Religious Life, Princeton University Chapel. chapel.princeton. edu. Ruth Cunningham, founding member of the vocal ensemble Anonymous 4 and a sound healing practitioner, premieres a virtual performance of music for meditation and introspection. Free. 5 p.m.

Swing Dance Club: Monthly Social Dance, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.edu. Intermediate Lindy Hop lesson, beginner East Coast swing lesson, then social dance with the Princeton University Swing Dance Club. Masks and proof of vaccination required. $5. 6:15 to 9 p.m.

Reception: Legacy - Jewish Voices of Princeton, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Celebrate the launch of the collection of Jewish Voices of Princeton, an oral history project produced with Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Mercer. Register. 3 p.m.

Gatsby In Connecticut: The Untold Story, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. Film screening and discussion with Robert Steven Williams, director of the 2020 documentary, and wine and cheese reception. In person or via Zoom. Register. 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday May 11

Movie: “5000 Blankets”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. When her husband has a breakdown and goes missing, a woman and her young son set out to find him on the streets, sparking a movement of compassion toward those in need and inspiring a city. 3 p.m.

Adam Shatz & Michael Wood, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. Adam Shatz, US editor of The London Review of Books, discusses his new essay collection, “Writers and Missionaries: Essays on the Radical Imagination,” with Michael Wood, professor emeritus of English and comparative

literature at Princeton University. 6 p.m.

Princeton Research Day, Frist Campus Center, Princeton University. researchday.princeton.edu. Find out what early-career researchers at Princeton University are discovering in their scholarly and creative work in the arts and humanities, natural sciences, social sciences and engineering. Interact with presenters at the showcase, followed by a reception and awards ceremony. Register. Free. Noon to 4:30 p.m.

Vaccine Booster Clinic and Health Screenings, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. A variety of free community health screenings will be offered, in addition to Covid boosters. These will be first come, first serve. 1 to 3 p.m.

Friday May 12

Music: Steve Kramer Quartet, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. The Steve Kramer Quartet perform jazz standards from a wide array of eras, influences and styles in this after hours Friday night performance. 6 p.m.

saTurday May 13

Conservatory Faculty Recital, Westminster Campus, Bristol Chapel, 101 Walnut Lane. www.rider.edu/about/events/arts-at-rider. Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Free. 7:30 p.m.

Harold in Italy, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-497-0020. www.princetonsymphony.org. Concert with Roberto Diaz on viola features Julia Perry’s “Study for Orchestra,” George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” and Hector Berlioz’ “Harold in Italy, Op. 16.” $30 to $112. 8 p.m.

Fields of Gold - Songs in the Key of Hope, Voices Chorale NJ, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street. www.voiceschoralenj.org. Program features music from a range of modern compos-

Roberto Diaz performs with the Princeton Symphony Orchestra on May 13 and 14.

ers, including arrangements of songs by Sting, Dolly Parton, and Carly Simon, and concludes a rendition of “Folk Songs of the Four Seasons” by Ralph Vaughn Williams. $20. 4 p.m.

B.D. Lenz, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee.com. Jazz, funk, Latin, and rock. Free. 7 p.m.

Mother’s Day Plant/Bake Sale, Princeton/Pettoranello Sister City Foundation, Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, Mountain Avenue. . Proceeds help maintain the Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve and fund the PHS Italian exchange program. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

sunday May 14

Harold in Italy, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-497-0020. www.princetonsymphony.org. Concert with Roberto Diaz on viola features Julia Perry’s “Study for Orchestra,” George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” and Hector Berlioz’ “Harold in Italy, Op. 16.” $30 to $112. 4 p.m.

Tuesday May 16

LLL Presents Kate Clancy & Catherine Clune-Taylor, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Kate Clancy offers a bold and revolutionary perspective on the science and cultural history of menstruation in “Period: The Real Story of Menstruation.” She appers in conversation with Catherine CluneTaylor, assistant professor of gender and sexuality studies at Princeton University. 6 p.m.

FYI Seminar, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. Presentation on health conditions that uniquely affect women in honor of women’s health week. Register. 3 p.m.

Wednesday May 17

Thirteen Months in Dixie, Friends of Princeton University Library. libcal.princeton.edu/ event/10654310. “Thirteen Months in Dixie” is a rollicking tale of adventure, captivity, hardship, and heroism during the last year of the Civil War in a first-hand account by Oscar Federhen. Jeaninne Surette Honstein and Steven Knowlton talk about their own adventure in discovering, transcribing, and annotating this incredible manuscript that details the thrilling and sometimes horrifying ordeals of a starving prisoner in the last 13 months of the Civil War. Via Zoom. Register. Free. 4 p.m.

Ivy Inn Night, Arts Council of Princeton, Ivy Inn, 248 Nassau Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.edu. Guest bartenders Elizabeth Semrod and Francine Besselar keep your glasses full as all tips will raise funds for public art, scholarships, and outreach programs that make arts education accessible to all. 6 to 9 p.m.

Thursday May 18

Westminster Conservatory at Nassau, Niles Chapel, Nassau Presbyterian Church,

61 Nassau Street. www.rider.edu/about/events/ arts-at-rider. John Lane on flute and Kathy Shanklin on piano. Free. 12:15 p.m.

Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. 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 for “Knowledge Is Power.” Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.

Oppenheimer, Technology, and Humanity: A Talk with Kai Bird, Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive. www. ias.edu. Kai Bird is a historian, journalist, and executive director and distinguished lecturer at CUNY Graduate Center’s Leon Levy Center for Biography in New York City. Hear him in conversation with IAS Director David Nirenberg as they discuss the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,” and the complex legacy of the theoretical physicist and former director of the Institute for Advanced Study, J. Robert Oppenheimer. Register. 5:30 p.m.

Friday May 19

Mara Levine, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk.org. National touring performer Mara Levine with the band Gathering Time. Masks and proof of vaccination required. Livestream available. $25. 8 p.m.

Men & Women in Retirement, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. Join Julio Badel, director of education & community engagement, for a conversation about the history, philosophy, and upcoming exhibitions at Grounds for Sculpture. Register. 10 a.m.

Transition to Retirement, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www. princetonsenior.org. Group facilitated by Paul Knight addresses the many kinds of issues that can arise during the transition to retirement. Hybrid program. Register. Free. 2:30 p.m.

saTurday May 20

CMS Kids, Princeton University Concerts, Lee Rehearsal Room, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presents an interactive musical experience centered around works by Antonín Dvorák. $10; $5 kids. 1 to 3 p.m.

Tom Tallitsch, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee.com. Jazz. Free. 7 p.m.

Open House: Traces on the Landscape, Princeton University Art Museum, Art on Hulfish, 11 Hulfish Street. artmuseum.princeton. edu. Celebrate the opening of Traces on the Landscape. Learn more about the art on view with the exhibition curator Beth Gollnick. Traces

on the Landscape features contemporary artists who depict the natural world through experiences of the body, race, gender, and ethnicity. 1 p.m.

sunday May 21

Morven Moves, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Oneday-only performance features eight unique New Jersey-based choreographers and dance companies that reflect the rich and diverse culture and communities of the Garden State. Genres presented in Morven’s gardens range from contemporary, to flamenco, to hip hop, and dance theater. Register. $10 to $20. 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Monday May 22

Author: Joan Maloof, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author of “Nature’s Temples: A Natural History of Old-Growth Forests,” explores the science and alchemy of old-growth forests and makes a compelling case for their protection. Register. 7 p.m.

Tuesday May 23

Amplifying Asian American and Pacific Islander History, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. In this session, participants will explore the influences and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in U.S. History from the 19th through mid-20th centuries. 7 p.m.

FYI Seminar, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. “Mental Health and Aging,” a seminar that covers the symptoms and affects of mental health as we age. Register. 3 p.m.

Thursday May 25

Art Talk and Reception with Michael Shiue, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Master callig-

rapher Michael Shiue will talk about his art and demonstrate calligraphy techniques in the Community Room followed by a reception and tour of his exhibit on the second floor. 6:30 p.m.

Pups & Cups, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.princetonsenior.org. Socializing and pet therapy with a certified therapy dog. Hot beverages available for $1. Register. 3 to 4 p.m.

Friday May 26

Laura Hankin, Blair Hurley & Rachel Lyon, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www. labyrinthbooks.com. Princeton alumnae novelists read from their work and speak with each other about inspiration, craft, and process. Open discussion with audience Q&A. 2 p.m.

saTurday May 27

Cafe Improv, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Local music, poetry, comedy. $2. 7 to 10 p.m.

Rob Lanter, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee.com. Jazz and Latin. Free. 7 p.m.

Tuesday May 30

Film and Q&A: “Who Killed Vincent Chin?”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Screening of the award-winning 1987 documentary followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Christine Choy. 6 p.m.

Wednesday May 31

Talk: Pnina Lahav on Golda Meir and Her Path to Power, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Pnina Lahav discusses “The Only Woman in the Room”, a biography of Golda Meir’s political rise to prime minister of Israel. Presented in partnership with the Phyllis Marchand Leadership Lecture Fund. 7 p.m.