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Annual Backpack & School Supply Drive a success
Princeton Human Services has reported the successful completion of this year’s Backpack and School Supply Drive, an initiative made possible by the generosity of the Princeton community. This year, the drive expanded its reach, providing essential school supplies from Pre-K through 8th grade, ensuring that more than 317 Princeton children are well-prepared to start the school year. In addition, extra backpacks and supplies were distributed to students in need throughout the greater Mercer County area.
“For the past 14 years, this initiative has united local businesses, organizations, residents, municipal employees, and Princeton University to provide essential support for the children in our community,” said Human Services Director Rhodalynn Jones. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mayor Mark Freda, the Princeton Council, municipal employees, and the many Princeton residents who contributed to this effort. We are also especially grateful to Princeton University, W.B. Mason, Whiting – Turner Contract Company, Stone Hill Church, Mt. Pisgah AME Church, CytoSorbents, and the Princeton
Princeton officials with an array of the items donated to the annual school supply drive.
PBA Local #130 for their continued support and generous donations,” Jones added. The Municipality of Princeton is committed to continuing the Backpack and School Supply Drive next year, ensuring this valuable service remains available to Princeton families. For any inquiries, call 609-688-2055.
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Pictured are Dr. Bruce Johnson, administrator, Affordable Housing Management Association Scholarship Program, left; Edward Truscelli, PCH executive director; Naomi Bazar (Mercer County Community College); Enmanuel Guzman Zambrano (Rider University); Bianca Orostizaga (University of Hartford); Isaiah Nazario (College of New Jersey); Oliver Malkowski (TCNJ); Monique Jones, director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Stuart Country Day School; Maiyin Hobgood (Rider); and Sara Just, PCH trustee and chair of the Princeton Community Village Management Committee.
Princeton Community Housing celebrates scholarship winners
Princeton Community Housing (PCH) celebrated eight students awarded scholarships totaling $44,000 from the NAHMA and JAHMA Foundations, hosted at the Center for Modern Aging’s Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning on August 7.
These students join the more than 160 students who have resided in PCH’s Princeton Community Village (PCV) and Griggs Farm communities over the past 17 consecutive years to receive scholarships. They are eligible because PCV and Griggs Farm are affiliated properties of NAHMA, the National Affordable Housing Management Association, and JAHMA, the New Jersey Affordable Housing Management Association.
In her opening remarks, longtime PCH Trustee and program emcee Sara Just highlighted that in total, just shy of a million dollars has been won by students residing at PCH properties. She credited the vitality and vibrancy of the community for this great triumph.
note speaker Monique Jones, director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, centered her remarks to the audience of students, family members, residents, PCH trustees, and friends about the power of “We”. Jones encouraged student recipients not only to celebrate their individual achievement that they worked hard to attain, but to recognize that it was not done alone. “I hope that you will take the lesson that your continued success is in partnership with others and working together behind a common purpose or goal,” she said, “so that when it becomes your turn to do it for someone else, you will remember the essence of community. You will remember the power of We.”
Following welcomes from Just and PCH executive director Edward Truscelli, key-
Dr. Bruce Johnson, administrator at JAHMA and NAHMA, then introduced the program’s scholarship winners with personal anecdotes and highlights of students’ accomplishments for each. He remarked that since the JAHMA scholarship program began in 2002, it has provided just under $3.4 million in awards to 760 students, and NAHMA had provided almost $1.4 million. In 2024, each NAHMA recipient received $3,500, and JAHMA recipients were eligible to receive up to $5,000 to pursue higher educational and vocational opportunities at accredited educational institutions.
SEPTEMBER 2024
BI-MONTHLY NEWS FROM CAPITAL HEALTH
Capital Health has announced seven winners of full-tuition scholarships to Rider University as part of an employee education benefits partnership with the university. The scholarship winners are immediate family members of Capital Health employees.
“On behalf of Capital Health, I’m thrilled to recognize the 2024 winners of our full-tuition scholarships to Rider University,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “Our employee education benefits program has grown significantly since it began a few years ago, and it’s exciting to be able to help more and more members of our Capital Health family pursue higher education. Congratulations to this year’s winners and best wishes for success in this important step in their education journey.”
Brianna Nixon is a graduate of Florence Township High School. Daughter of Domaria Mercedes, a clinical analyst with the Information Technology Department at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, Brianna is a political science major in Rider’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Maggie Murphy is an incoming sophomore at Rider and a graduate of Neshaminy High School. The daughter of Sean Murphy, float pool manager at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, Maggie is a psychology major in Rider’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Oscar Brajczewski graduated from North Burlington High School. The son of Anna Brajczewski, rehab assistant in Rehabilitation Services at Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Oscar will study finance in Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business.
Capital Health Awards 7 Full-Tuition Scholarships to Rider University as Part of Employee Education Benefits Programs
Sydney Stahl is a graduate of Seneca High School and the daughter of Patricia Stahl, a registered nurse in the Ambulatory Care Pavilion at Capital Health Regional Medical Center. Sydney will study elementary education in Rider’s College of Education and Human Services.
Ryan Gennaro is an incoming junior at Rider and son of Chris Gennaro, director of Business Development at Capital Health. A graduate of Bucks County Community College, Ryan is a finance major in Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business.
Kiara Coons graduated from Trenton Central High School. Niece of Christian Colon-Figueroa, medical assistant at Capital Health’s Center for Sleep Medicine, Kiara will study elementary education in Rider’s College of Education and Human Services.
Jayla Giddens is a graduate of Trenton Central High School and the daughter of Toni Pretlow, trauma outreach specialist at Capital Health’s Institute for Urban Care. Through her scholarship supported by Capital Health’s Trenton Neighborhood Initiative, Jayla will study acting for film, television, and theatre in Rider’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Capital Health’s employee education benefits program features a 50% tuition discount agreement with Rider University for eligible employees, an application fee waiver and other services.
To learn more or to search career opportunities at Capital Health, visit capitalhealth.org.
Scholarship winners with Capital Health President and CEO Al Maghazehe (right) and Rider President Dr. Gregory G. Dell’Omo.
Capital Health Offers New Minimally Invasive Procedure to Map Severe Epilepsy
Epilepsy is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurological disorders in the United States, but it can be challenging to manage due to the wide range of seizure types, causes, and patient responses to treatment. For patients with medically refractory epilepsy (seizures not responding to two or more medications), physicians at Capital Institute for Neurosciences performed their first stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), a minimally invasive procedure that can pinpoint areas deep in the brain where difficult-to-treat seizures start. By identifying these locations, neurologists are better equipped to determine the best course of treatment to relieve seizures.
Capital Institute for Neurosciences is the only level 3 epilepsy center in the greater Mercer, Lower Bucks and Northern Burlington county region accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers. DR. SIDRAH MAHMUD, medical director of the Epilepsy Center, oversees the medical, neuropsychological, and psychosocial services needed to treat patients, including neuro diagnostic evaluations and surgical services like SEEG.
“Capital Health is known for a commitment to neurological innovation that is driven by patient-centered care,” said Dr. Mahmud, a board certified neurologist and epileptologist. “Each patient has a unique story, so their care journey is guided by a highly skilled team of neurologists, epileptologists, neuosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and neuropsychologists who conduct a range of comprehensive testing. After a thorough review of the patient’s epilepsy history, the data collected from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), photon emission tomography (PET scans), cognitive testing, and other assessments is used to understand precisely where their seizures are coming from and determine a plan for surgery. With SEEG, patients have an elegant and minimally invasive option that allows us to provide personalized treatment so they can better manage their conditions and see an improved quality of life.”
Neurosurgeons like DR. NAVID REDJAL, director of Neurosurgical Oncology, work with a multidisciplinary team to perform SEEG to reach and monitor deeper areas of the brain and target specific locations where difficult-totreat seizures originate.
“Before surgery, we use advanced imaging software to plan the exact placement of small, thin wires (called stereotactic depth electrodes) in the brain,” said Dr. Redjal, a board certified, Harvard-trained neurosurgeon. “During surgery, a personalized 3D stereotactic platform is used to place the electrodes into the brain with pinpoint precision so we can obtain important information that provides insight into where seizures may begin. The procedure typically takes several hours to complete, followed by a hospital stay that lasts about a week. During this time, Dr. Mahmud and her team monitor the patient’s seizures.”
By monitoring seizures the patient has while the leads are in place, clinicians at the Epilepsy Center can precisely identify areas of concern to determine the appropriate next step in treatment, which may include surgery, responsive neurostimulation, or other therapies. Patients experience no bleeding during surgery and the wires are removed under local anesthesia when testing is complete.
“This is a major advance for our neurosciences team and a great example of the patientcentered collaboration that frequently occurs among clinicians in our various programs,” said DR. DUSTIN ROCHESTIE, director of Neurology and Neuro Critical Care and director of the Stroke Program at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “Now that we offer SEEG, physicians from our Epilepsy Program, Neurosurgery, Neuro Critical Care, and Neurophysiology teams work closely together to provide care for complex conditions and deliver treatment afterward that will help ensure the best possible outcome.”
The Epilepsy Center at Capital Institute for Neurosciences offers acute services for hospital patients as well as those who require long-term follow up by a personally dedicated care team. A range of treatment options are available, including medical or surgical approaches tailored to each patient’s specific needs and a team of epilepsy specialists trained to care for those with more complicated conditions.
To schedule an appointment at Capital Institute for Neurosciences, call 609-537-7300 or visit capitalhealth.org/epilepsy for more information.
Stop the Bleed
FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS
Register by calling 609.394.4153 or register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Please register early. Class size is limited. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Location: Capital Health EMS – Education
Mercer Professional Building at Pennington 2480 Pennington Road, Suite 107, Pennington, NJ 08534
When someone is severely bleeding, every second counts! Join instructors from Capital Health’s Emergency Medical Services team for a free class designed for coaches, doctors, nurses, EMS providers, and anyone interested in learning how to control a bleed, an important skill that can save the lives of people who experience serious injuries.
Cancers in Women + Focusing on Self-Care
Thursday, September 26, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Learning about cancers of the female reproductive system may reduce your risk and help you identify ways to prevent them, so it’s important to be proactive about your health. DR. MONA SALEH, a fellowship trained gynecologic oncologist at the Capital Health Cancer Center, will lead a discussion of the programs available at Capital Health for women undergoing treatment for gynecologic cancers and related health challenges. Maureen Kaelblein, a health coach for Capital Healthy Living who leads yoga classes at the Capital Health Wellness Center, will close the program with a demonstration of gentle yoga stretches.
Capital Health First in Region to Offer Minimally Invasive Option for Complex Aortic Repair
The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body, and diseases or injury to the aorta can be life threatening. Offering the latest advance in minimally invasive surgery to restore function to damaged aortas, vascular surgeons at Capital Health recently performed the region’s first branched thoracic endovascular aortic repair (branched TEVAR). This procedure is now available at Capital Health for patients diagnosed with aortic disease or injury.
Capital Health and fellowship trained vascular surgeon. “Our vascular surgery team is particularly successful in these types of endeavors because of our synergy at every step of the patient’s care, from the meticulous preoperative planning, through the procedure, to taking care of the patient after.”
“People with aortic disease may not know they have it, so it is often diagnosed on medical testing for something else,” said DR. CHRISTINE LOTTO, a board certified, fellowship trained vascular surgeon who recently led Capital Health’s first branched TEVAR procedure. “Whether it is caught fortuitously or diagnosed as the result of trauma or a sudden onset of symptoms (such as pain in the chest and upper extremities), this new minimally invasive procedure can repair the damaged aorta through a small entry in the femoral artery. This means a faster recovery and decreased risk for complications related to surgery.”
The branched TEVAR procedure requires several specially trained vascular surgeons working in unison to safely place the stent. For Capital Health’s first TEVAR, Dr. Lotto was joined by Dr. Kogulan Nadesakumaran and Dr. Jillian Walsh, surgeons from Capital Health Surgical Group – Vascular Surgery.
The branched TEVAR device is the first of its kind approved by the Food and Drug Administration to allow treatment of aortic arch issues without the need for incisions or open surgery. The procedure offers patients the benefits of a minimally invasive approach, including less pain, shorter hospital stays, and a lower risk for complications of surgery. Most patients who have a TEVAR and have no other serious medical conditions can go home the next day, followed by physical exams and imaging soon after to evaluate the repair. Regular follow-ups then occur at one month, six months, and annually after the procedure.
“Working in careful coordination with a team of surgeons has enormous safety benefits. Having more eyes on the patient and bringing a variety of skill sets into the room helps lead us to better outcomes,” said DR. JOSHUA EISENBERG, Chief Physician Executive at
The fellowship trained surgeons at Capital Health Surgical Group – Vascular Surgery perform complex open vascular procedures and minimally invasive surgical treatments for a wide spectrum of vascular conditions as well as minimally invasive and office-based procedures for the treatment of a range of venous diseases. The practice includes Drs. Joshua Eisenberg, Christine Lotto, Jillian Walsh, Kogulan Nadesakumaran, and Anil Deshpande, as well as a team of highly skilled advanced practice providers who bring additional experience to the team. The practice has offices in Newtown, Pennsylvania and Hopewell Township, New Jersey.
To schedule an appointment at Capital Health Surgical Group – Vascular Surgery, call 609.537.5600 or visit capitalsurgical.org/vascularsurgery for more information.
BLend - Hamilton
Beer Fest is September 28
Get your Tickets at www. CJBEERFEST.com : Central Jersey Beer Fest is Saturday, September 28, at 12 p.m.
An annual event that has grown into a tasting extravaganza, the Central Jersey Beer Fest offers samplings of Craft Beer, Seltzers, Wine, spirits and more. In the past #CJBeerFest has featured over 100 offerings from mostly local brewers showcasing their newest and some of their fan favorites in the beverage industry included in the tasting ticket price, with other activities also available such as food trucks, live bands, and a variety of other crafty vendors. The festival attracts an average of 3000+ festival lovers, Folks come from the Mercer County area and beyond.
“As with past events, we will have a strong focus on education and safety ‘Drink Responsibly and Have Fun.’” Each year we support a few local non profits, including happysmilesfoundation.com, WhatsMyName.org and more. You
must be 21+ to enter. We always recommend inviting a designated driver, getting a ride, and using Ride Share options. Tip: schedule a ride a head of time.
This event provides patrons with an unparalleled chance to sample craft beers from a wide variety of brewers, and more, even if you “think” you don’t like beer. It’s a great chance to have a small sample of so many new styles with different flavor profiles but also being able to enjoy other items including some cocktails in a can, ciders and seltzers.
The tasting event is allowed for four solid hours during the festival, but there is so much more to the event with creative food vendors, live music by the Polish Nannies, and backyard games, such as bean bag toss, and more, to make the festival a lively day out with friends.
“With all the other things going on, we encourage our guests to hang out while eating, listening to live music, playing games, and supporting our various other vendors, all the while remembering to drink responsibly.” Check out our websites and social
media accounts. For tickets and up to date info visit us at www.blendbar.com and www.CJBEERFEST.com
The event is rain or shine and tents will be set up in case Mother Nature decides not to cooperate. Outside food and beverages are not allowed but bring your lawn chairs. The Central Jersey Beer Fest keeps getting bigger and better so start fall off with a bang and be part of the fun. Share your photos and experience of the event using #CJBEERFEST on all
major social media outlets. Visit www. cjbeerfest.com to purchase your tickets in advance and use code: CNS2024 to save.
You may contact us at Blend Bar and Bistro, 911 Route 33, Hamilton. drinks@blendbar.com and info@ cjbeerfest.com. If you need to speak to someone regarding the festival sponsorship and marketing opportunities, you can reach Antonio at 609-817-5550.
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Elizabeth Menzies gets her due in Princeton University exhibit
By Susan Van Dongen
Time travel back to the mid-century campus of Princeton University, when college men went to class in suits and skinny ties, beloved old buildings were coming down as new structures were going up, and people skated on Lake Carnegie during the cold and snowy New Jersey winters.
The delightful exhibit “Credit Line, Please: Photographs by Elizabeth Menzies,” is on view now through April 2025 in the gallery at the Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library in Princeton.
Curated by Phoebe Nobles, processing archivist; Emma Paradies, library collections specialist IV; and Rosalba Varallo Recchia, library collections specialist VI of the Princeton University Library, the exhibit features dozens of photographs by Princeton resident Menzies (1915-2003), culled from the Princeton University Archives collections at the Mudd Library, in particular the Princeton Alumni Weekly Photograph Collection and the Historical Photograph Collections.
There is no one collection of Menzies’ images in the Princeton University archives, and many of the photographic collections are not searchable by artist.
The curators looked through hundreds of boxes of photos in different collections to put the show together.
“The formal work on this exhibit began a little more than a year ago,” says Nobles.
“Since there were three of us, it was great to have multiple perspectives on what we
had. (In addition to the images), we also looked through a database of digitized newspapers, and also Princeton Alumni Weekly’s archives, where so many of her photos were published.”
“We came up with hundreds to choose from but whittled it down to a manageable
number of photos,” she says. “We did want to show (Menzies’) range: there’s campus life in the first case, then photos of campus architecture, as well as Lake Carnegie, sports, etc. You can see her signature style in each case.”
Elizabeth Grant Cranbrook Menzies was born on June 24, 1915, in Princeton, to Professor Alan W. C. Menzies and Mary I. Menzies (formerly Dickson). Both were from Edinburgh, Scotland, making Elizabeth a first-generation American.
Her father was himself a photographer and developed his prints out of a spare bathroom/darkroom in the family home on Prospect Avenue. Since childhood, young Betty took an interest in darkroom techniques and grew up to have quite a knack for this painstaking activity.
In 1936, just three years after graduating from Miss Fine’s School, Menzies sold her first cover photograph to Princeton Alumni Weekly. That photo and many others went uncredited. The back sides of the prints document an evolution from the lightly penciled “Menzies” to a polite “Credit Appreciated,” and finally to
her rubber stamp insisting “Credit Line, Please.”
In 1939, at age 24, Menzies’ freelance career as a photographer got a major boost when she did a portrait of Albert Einstein, which she sold to Scientific American magazine. It was quite an achievement for any photographer, but especially for someone just starting out, since by this time Einstein was shying away from fame and did not enjoy being photographed.
Throughout the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s, Menzies used her camera as an entry ticket to lecture halls that were not yet co-ed. While she was excluded from the education she documented, she enjoyed special access to the campus and its environs. In the words of one PAW editor, undergraduates “endured Betty Menzies’ tennis shoes silently padding through the back rows.”
If not a “fly on the wall,” she might have been more like a cat, quietly moving around unseen, but always keenly observant and ready to pounce on a decisive photographic moment. With her eye for architecture and wry sense of juxtaposition, along with her persistence and creativity, she developed a strong voice of her own.
Menzies’ credit line began to appear more and more, especially during the World War II years, and by the 1950s and ’60s, most of the PAW covers featured one of her photographs.
In addition, she often exhibited her photos, paintings, and prints on campus and in town, and eventually saw her work showcased in such national publications as the Saturday Evening Post, Time, and Life magazines.
This writer viewed the exhibit in late July during a heatwave, so I gravitated toward one of Menzies’ 1950s-era shots of the Princeton campus in snow. This particular black-and-white image, beautifully printed, shows a usual “going to
class” scene, but with stark black shadows of trees reflected in the bright white snow.
Slender men dressed in black with their backs to the camera walk the shoveled paths and seem as sculptural as the tree trunks.
(Menzies’ photo of bundled-up skaters on Lake Carnegie also provoked a yearning for a nice cold day, by the way.)
The photographer had an affinity for the lake and was born not too long after it was created in 1905. For years, Menzies lived within walking distance to Lake Carnegie, and became an early and staunch advocate for the environment, documenting encroaching pollution in the lake.
One case within the exhibition finds Menzies playing with patterns, repetition,
geometric lines, shadow, and contrast. She captured World War II-era Navy men in perfect formation, marching to their graduation ceremony. With their tidy white uniforms, fitness-trained physiques, and similarity in height, they resemble a collection of statues, or a box of toy sailors.
Menzies also experimented with solarization during the development process of her photos, and we can see examples of her work with this technique in shots of the Nassau Hall cupola, a brooding sky over Palmer Stadium, Commencement 1941, and other images.
The photographer liked to focus on various behind-the-scenes personnel at the university, such as maintenance workers. One outstanding photo shows men working on the façade of Alexander Hall. It’s a study in the contrast between the vast and elaborate exterior of the building and the tiny humans in white overalls, one high atop a multi-story ladder.
“I really like that photo of Alexander Hall, I like her inclusion of workers, which makes the architectural pictures more interesting,” Nobles says.
Another unsung member of the P.U. family can be seen in “Tony, Plant Tender (1962),” a dark-haired man carefully watering the fauna, assisting the biology department.
“We all like a lot of the photographs, but we all love ‘Tony the Plant Tender,’” Nobles says. “There’s so many plants in front of him and he’s there in this (jungle-like) environment — there’s just something moving about it.”
In her subtle way, Menzies showed, without judgment, the stratification of the university, where the professors were the likely stars, with a large cast of unseen assistants and supporters. Or perhaps See MENZIES, Page 12
Princeton’s campus in the snow. Photo by Elizabeth Menzies.
Menzies just liked to portray the lives and routines of the Princeton University staff.
She also had a love and eye for architecture and architectural detail, capturing doorways, stairways, corridors, as well as grand gates and façades around campus. From Gothic arches to the then-new Brutalist buildings, Menzies loved the older buildings but also embraced the geometry of the modern structures.
The photographer often contrasted the blunt, man-made angles of various structures with tangled and bare tree limbs. For example, “New South (1965)” shows a plain and rather unattractive building softened with lacy branches of a magnolia tree in the foreground.
In 1954 Menzies was invited to work at The Index of Christian Art at Princeton University (now called the Index of Medieval Art), and continued to work there part time through the early 1980s. Campus instruction at Princeton was a job mostly reserved for men, so this department was unusual because it was staffed predominantly by women and led by director Rosalie Green.
Menzies found a special niche there. Working at the Index saw her taking several summertime trips to Europe with Green and other colleagues. In fact, Menzies’ photographs from a sojourn in the
summer of 1955 became the basis for a solo show at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
Perhaps most notably, Menzies had a wry sense of humor about her human subjects.
She delighted in capturing students in
the library drooped over their books, actually asleep, barefoot, or twisting their torsos, feet up on the rails while absorbing their reading material.
“Studying (1955)” especially shows Menzies’ lighter side. This specific young man, shot from below, is such an oblivious
human pretzel that the curators chose the photo as the exhibit’s main image, which graces the cover of the show’s brochure.
“It’s a classic and funny view of a typical student, and he’s totally unaware that his picture is being taken,” Nobles says.
She notes that, in order to protect the somewhat fragile prints, the photography will be rotated throughout the show’s run.
But it doesn’t matter when you see “Credit Line, Please,” there will be something there by Menzies that is well worth viewing.
“I hope people will get a sense of her visual acuity and her sense of humor,” says Nobles. “She had a certain local celebrity in the 1950s, and people would have known her name. This exhibit is a reminder that Elizabeth Menzies was there in Princeton and recorded so much of the campus in mid-century.”
Credit Line, Please: Photographs by Elizabeth Menzies, on view through April 2025, at the Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library Exhibition Gallery, 65 Olden Street, Princeton. Free and open to public during regular library opening hours. Check the website for current hours, as these change throughout the year. 609-258-1470 or library.princeton.edu/services/special-collections/ seeley-g-mudd-manuscript-library
Children of former Princeton president Robert Goheen.
Photo by Elizabeth Menzies.
Back to school sPEcIal
Back to school for all ages: You’re never too old to learn
While back to school season places the focus on kids moving into new grades, new schools, and new classes, education is not just a young person’s game. Learning can be a life-long endeavor, and several programs in the region offer adult learners the opportunity to explore new subjects, revisit old interests, or enhance their professional credentials.
Princeton Adult School
Founded in 1939, the Princeton Adult School offers a wide range of online and in-person courses for ages 18 and up. All are welcome; there are no residency requirements to enroll. Most inperson classes are held at Princeton High School, 151 Moore Street, Princeton. Cost per course varies based on the number and duration of sessions.
of health and wellness, programs range from the very active — dance and bicycling — to courses on astrology, emotional healing, and nutrition.
It’s not all health food, though. Chefs from the region all present courses on chocolate, Latin American cuisine, cupcake making, Indian food, cheese making, and more.
PAS hosts courses for English language learners as well as classes in American Sign Language and in Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian for various skill levels.
Classes on offer for the fall semester include practical topics in business,
“Our goal is to meet the learning interests and needs of the area’s diverse adult community in pursuing intellectual growth, workplace skills, job opportunities, and personal and civic well-being in a convenient and enjoyable education experience,” PAS states as its mission.
technology, and personal finance, such as estate planning and learning to use Microsoft Office. Others cover gardening, home decor, and making your house more energy efficient. In the field
Classes also cover more traditional academic subjects, including art, writing, literature, history, music, astronomy, and more. PAS also offers a handful of limited lecture series on a variety of subject matters. Topics for this fall semester are “International Hot Spots: Crisis in Context,” “El Camino de Santiago,” “Blood, Guts and Betrayal — A
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All for Dance
Celebrating 20 Years
All for Dance has seen a lot of numbers over its 20 years in Robbinsville.
When they opened their doors in September, 2004, they had two studios and three teachers.
Two decades later, there are four studios and 20 teachers.
More than 3,000 families — from right in Robbinsville as well as from towns much farther away areas — have entrusted owners Cynthia Coolidge and Holly Yablonowitz and their staff for dance instruction.
The smiles, those are countless, but a huge part of All for Dance.
“If I sum it up in just a few words, it's just gratitude,” Yablonowitz said. “And excitement that we got to share our love of dance within this amazing dance community for the last 20 years and excitement to continue for many years to come.”
All for Dance has been able to expand its location at The Shoppes at Foxmoor over the years in response to its growing demands. They offer instruction in nine different dance styles – ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theatre, pointe and tap. More than 650 students ages 2 to almost 80 attend the more than 100 classes offered Monday through Saturday. All for Dance also offers a competitive team for those most intensely driven. The
faculty that includes Coolidge and Yablonowitz has hundreds of years of combined teaching experience.
Former and current students have taken on leadership roles for less experienced dancers.
Yablonowitz says that people choose dance for a variety of reasons. Some are drawn by the art of dance and the freedom of expression. Others enjoy the exercise. Some love the sense of community. Others just want a break from the stresses of life and school. All for Dance prides itself on being a welcoming dance home to students no matter what the motivation.
“I really feel like every person can get something different out of dance,”
she said. “And those things that they embrace at our studio, then they can take with them for the rest of their lives.”
Underlying lessons from dance such as commitment, perseverance and patience also last a lifetime. All for Dance looks beyond its instruction. Two years ago, All for Dance became a chapter sponsor of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts to recognize student dancers that achieve a high level of academic excellence on top of their passion and dedication to the art of dance. All for Dance also seeks out and supports worthy community service projects, something that goes hand in hand with positively impacting the lives of
those in its community.
“Our staff makes a difference in our students’ lives every day and dance brings joy in our studio that is hard to describe,” Yablonowitz said. “Spreading that joy with the community around us and making a difference in people’s lives outside of our walls is a big part of our studio mission. We have a very strong dance community that loves dance, supports each other and loves to support the communities around us. It is really special.”
All for Dance’s 21st season begins September 5. Classes run from September through May. All for Dance opens enrollment in March each year, and they take on new students until the end of October if space permits.
In June, Robbinsville Mayor Dave Fried and Robbinsville Township Council presented All for Dance with a proclamation to recognize their 20th year as an impactful and respected business in the community. The gesture was particularly meaningful for Coolidge and Yablonowitz, who have felt at home since the first day their studio opened Robbinsville.
“To be able to build a community like this who just all love to be together and dance has just been amazing.”
For more information, visit allfordancestudio.com, call 609426-4050 or email questions@ allfordancestudio.com.
Back-to-school checklist
The start of the new school year is right around the corner. Parents can ease the big change and alleviate stress by using this back-to-school readiness checklist from the RWJBarnabas Health Children’s Health network and the RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group:
Fill out any forms your school has sent home, such as emergency contact and health information forms before school starts.
Be sure your child has a sturdy backpack with padded shoulder straps and avoid overloading it.
Schedule an appointment
Inform the school nurse and teachers about medical conditions your child may have, particularly food allergies, asthma, diabetes, and any other conditions that may need to be managed during the school day. Coordinate with the school nurse to administer medications your child might need.
Stay up to date with flu and recommended childhood vaccines. Children 12 and over may also be vaccinated for COVID-19; ask your primary care provider for more information.
To schedule an appointment with an RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group provider, please visit rwjbh.org/medicalgroup or call 1-888-724-7123
Pack a healthy, balanced lunch with a mix of protein, grains, fruit and vegetables, if possible.
Let teachers know about conditions that may affect your child’s ability to learn. For example, children with ADHD should be seated in the front of the classroom and children with vision problems should sit near the board.
a bedtime routine at least one week before school starts.
Your insurance accepted RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group providers accept most major insurances. Medical insurance varies by provider, please call your insurance carrier to verify coverage.
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Kelsey Theatre at MCCC
A Community Resource for the Arts
The Kelsey Theatre at MCCC is your community resource for the arts in Central New Jersey, now in its 52nd year.
Conveniently located on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College, The Kelsey Theatre’s mission is to enrich and uplift local residents through affordable, high-quality theater productions, arts education programs, and performance opportunities. We design these programs to support and entertain from cradle to career and beyond so that interest in the arts may evolve into a life-long passion. Featuring the work of 10 different resident semi-professional theater companies, plus a student company, we put together a season featuring something for everyone, from musicals to comedies and dramas, from classics to contemporary, from
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family fare to offerings that are a tad more risqué. Keeping the price affordable for the average person is very important to Kelsey Theatre, so no ticket price is over $30.
All of our musicals utilize live orchestras, which in the upcoming season include “Groundhog Day,” “Jekyll & Hyde,” “Disney’s Beauty & The Beast,” “Tarzan,” “Oklahoma!,”
“Kinky Boots,” “Anything Goes,” “1776,” and “Meet Me in St. Louis.”
Our season also includes comedies, dramas, and holiday shows: “Steel Magnolias,” “Blithe Spirit,” “The Best Time of the Year,” “The Kelsey Holiday Extravaganza,” “The Clean House,” “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” “Deathtrap,” and “The Importance of Being Earnest.”
And for our younger audience members we have “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” “The Nutcracker,” “James and the Giant Peach,” “The Ballad of Mulan,” and “The Magical Library of Miss Miriam Habersham!” Rounding out the season will be Reock & Roll Revue’s “John Lennon — The Solo Recordings” and our Sing-Along Play-Along to the Movie events — “White Christmas,” “Mamma Mia,” and Disney’s “Tangled.”
Season subscriptions now available! More information is available online at www. kelseytheatre.org or call 609-5703333.
The Kelsey Theatre at Mercer is also home to Tomato Patch Workshops — multi-disciplinary summer workshops, as well as Tomato Patch Jr., which is now open for registration. These10-week-long Saturday morning theater workshops explore creativity, movement, improvisation, and start September 21 for ages 4 to 14.
Visit www.tomatopatch.org for more information.
RSM Princeton
Building Powerful Minds Through Mathematics
What is the Russian School of Mathematics? RSM is an award-winning after school math enrichment program trusted by parents for over 25 years across 75+ locations in North America. Our unique approach consists of a continuous kindergarten to high-school curriculum, taught by expert teachers, in a classroom environment of peers who study together year over year. K-12 students can choose from various classes to prepare them for the school year, math competition courses for additional challenge, or test prep courses. Fall math classes now enrolling at RSM Princeton! There is no better time to join RSM than in Fall! Get started by scheduling a free math evaluation for your child or visit our website to see the Fall schedule of classes: www.mathschool.com/ locations/princeton. For any questions you might have, please feel free to call us at 732-708-4905 or email us at princeton@mathschool.com.
An award-winning math program. Featured in NPR and the Atlantic magazine as one of the key players in the “Math Revolution,” and ranked “among the top schools in the world” by the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, RSM helps children of all levels build a solid math
foundation and develop their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. As Masha Gershman, the VP of Marketing at RSM, states in her Ted talk “Uncertain Times Call for Certain Math”, advanced mathematics is not only within the grasp of every child but is also a crucial skill for achieving success in any field.
Our program is built around how a child’s mind works. Designed as a continuous program from K-12, our curriculum was developed by our team of academics specializing in mathematics, education, and child development. Our curriculum has continually been perfected by our curriculum department over the last two decades. Three levels for every grade allow us to meet children where they are and place them in an environment
suited to them. This ensures that students can begin our program at any time and be challenged appropriately in an environment of peers. Talented faculty. All of our teachers have a background in mathematics or related field and a deep passion for the subject. Our extensive training program prepares our teachers to teach according to our specific methodology. Our teachers guide students to think about mathematics logically and conceptually, building deep connections between concepts, all in a classroom environment that keeps children consistently challenged.
How do I enroll my child?
For every interested student, we offer a free 30-minute math evaluation which is the best way to learn more about our program. An evaluation is an informal conversation with the potential student and his/ her family in order to understand what gradeappropriate math skills the student has before entering RSM. Our principal will walk you through our curriculum, and methodology, and answer any questions you may have.
Coming in September: RSM Edison, 3840 Park Avenue, Unit 208D, Edison. 908-263-8763. edison@mathschool.com. www.mathschool.com/ locations/edison.
St. George Preschool
A Safe Place for Growth
At St. George Preschool, we believe that each child has an innate drive for exploring, discovering, communicating, and learning.
Our purpose is to provide a safe, warm, and nurturing environment for children to develop this innate drive to the fullest, and become life-long learners. Our goal is to help each child develop his/her individual interests, creativity and potential at their own pace by providing a wide variety of fun and age-appropriate activities and materials.
In addition to the developmental goals in the areas of math, language, science, cognitive skills, motor skills, etc., stipulated by the state, the school aims to promote learning skills for life.
At the same time, we aim to enhance the child’s social, moral, cultural and spiritual growth through group interactions, uplifting stories, cultural events and gentle guidance. Since “a healthy mind is in a healthy body” as the Ancient Greeks said, we provide a huge indoors gym and a beautiful play ground with regular physical activities.
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We offer high quality academic English programs for Preschool (3 years and potty trained) and Pre-K (must be 4 years old by October 1 of school year). Early morning care, after care, and enrichment programs are also available. We are part of the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church and state licensed by the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Services. Our experienced staff has
a passion building a foundation for a life-long love of learning.
We are truly a family and we treat your children as such. For more information regarding our program, please visit our website: stgeorgepreschool.org.
Saint George Preschool, 1200 Klockner Road, Hamilton. 609-5862223. Contact director Angela Gering at director@stgeorgepreschool.org.
Princeton Ballet School
Now Enrolling for Fall!
Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, is now enrolling for Fall 2024 for ages 3 through adult!
With locations in Princeton, Cranbury, and New Brunswick, Princeton Ballet School offers classes in ballet, modern dance, jazz, hiphop, character, and more. What sets Princeton Ballet School apart from the usual dance school are its affiliation with a professional ballet company, its renowned faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, dedication to live music in the classroom, and philosophy to nurture developing dancers in a safe and progressive way.
Princeton Ballet School has gained an international reputation for its excellent dance training since its founding in 1954 by Audrée Estey. Under the current direction of Aydmara Cabrera, the school also provides performance opportunities, including participation in American Repertory Ballet’s celebrated annual production of The Nutcracker!
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Studios: 301 North Harrison Street,
Princeton; 29 North Main Street, Cranbury; New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 60 Bayard Street, New Brunswick.
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Princeton Day School
Experience Excellence
Experience the excellence of Princeton Day School at our Open Campus Day on Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Explore our expansive 106-acre campus featuring state-of-the-art STEAM centers,
new athletic facilities, innovative arts spaces and a full garden and apiary. Join us to see firsthand how Princeton Day School fosters discovery, exploration and innovation in students PreK-12. Don’t miss this chance to be part of our community. Register today to secure your spot at pds.org/ admission! Applications for the 20242025 school year open on September 3.
Hamilton Dental Associates
The Importance of Orthodontic Care for Your Children
Growing up makes for a constantly evolving experience for children. Every year they change and grow into the person they are destined to become, and that extends to their oral health. From the first baby tooth to their adult teeth coming in later in their lives, managing your child’s dental health presents unique challenges for parents. With those challenges come a few myths involving childhood tooth development that can impact how you treat your child’s dental health.
Combating Childhood Oral Health Myths.
When you start looking for a pediatric dentist in Hamilton, you want to find one that knows how intensive taking care of your child’s teeth should be. Taking a proactive approach to their dental health can help them avoid more involved procedures down the road — one of the most common myths that lead to your child’s teeth suffering in the long run.
Common Myth #1: Childhood Teeth Will Straighten Out Over Time
One such myth that leads to more complex orthodontic care down the line is that your child’s teeth will straighten out over time. Unfortunately, that is not the case. If their teeth start coming in crooked or off-center, they won’t naturally straighten them-
selves with time.
The space for their teeth to come in doesn’t grow as they mature. If you leave these issues unattended, it could lead to more significant problems.
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Myth #2: Orthodontic Treatments Are Purely Cosmetic
While most people associate orthodontic treatments with getting braces as a teenager, that procedure does much more than merely straighten teeth to help you look better. Getting your jaw and teeth back into proper alignment has a cascading effect on your oral health. It helps improve your biting, chewing, and even speaking ability.
Common Myth #3: There Is a Right Age for Orthodontic Care
Many parents believes there is a specific age at which it’s appropriate to bring their children in for orthodontic care. The perceived minimum age for a child to receive orthodontic care is around 12-13 or right when they reach high school. However, getting your child such care earlier can help avoid getting braces and fixing issues before they worsen.
In reality, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your children should get an orthodontic checkup no later than age seven. Once they hit that age, their mouth will have a nice balance between their baby and permanent teeth. This window of time allows for an accurate orthodontic evaluation to determine where preventative care is enough or if additional action is required.
Where Do Orthodontic Issues Come From?
Front & Center Dance Studio
Discover the Joy of Dance
Discover the JOY of dance at Front & Center Dance Studio in Hamilton, NJ, where every step brings you closer to the spotlight! Our studio is more than just a place to learn dance — it’s a community where creativity, expression, and personal growth are nurtured.
At Front & Center, we believe that dance is for everyone, whether you’re a beginner taking your first steps or an experienced dancer looking to refine your technique. Our classes are designed to meet each dancer at their level, with small class sizes that ensure personalized attention and a strong teacher-to-student connection. This personalized approach ensures that every student feels valued and receives the instruction necessary to grow and shine in their own way.
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Our studio director, Miss Lauren, and her staff bring years of professional experience and a deep love for teaching to every class. Their approach is both supportive and challenging, encouraging dancers to push their boundaries while feeling safe and supported. Under Miss Lauren’s guidance, students not only learn the technical aspects of dance but also gain confidence, discipline, and a sense of accomplishment that extends beyond the studio. Our studio offers a wide range of classes, from ballet and jazz to
In most cases, a child’s orthodontic problems stem from their genetics — these issues are inherited from their parents. Additionally, some problems can develop over time based on poor oral hygiene habits they learned from a young age. Some of these acquired oral health issues include:
• Sucking Their Thumbs
• Mouth Breathing
• Abnormal Swallowing Patterns
• Poor Dental Hygiene
• Irregular Loss of Baby Teeth
• Poor Nutritional Habits
However, parents have reason to hope for viable remedies and solutions to most of these issues. You can remedy these acquired problems with the help of successful orthodontic care provided by an experienced pediatric dentist.
Finding a Child Orthodontic You Can Trust.
Trusting your child’s teeth and their beautiful smile to a pediatric dentistry practice is something that every parent must come to grips with. Figuring out which childhood orthodontic makes the most sense for your child and their future dental visits becomes critically important. For parents and their children in Hamilton, Hamilton Dental Associates provides them with the experienced pediatric dentists they need to prioritize their oral health as they mature.
Learn more about our pediatric dentistry services and schedule your first appointment today!
To request an appointment, call 609-586-6603 or visit HamiltonDental.com. Locations are 2929 Klockner Road and 2501 Kuser Road, Hamilton, New Jersey.
contemporary and hip-hop, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. Each class is thoughtfully structured to develop skills progressively, with a focus on technique, artistry, and
performance. Whether your child dreams of becoming a professional dancer or simply wants to explore a fun and healthy activity, Front & Center provides the perfect environment to foster their passion.
At Front & Center, we’re more than just a dance studio — we’re a family. Our dancers form lasting friendships, build self-confidence, and learn the importance of teamwork and dedication. We host yearly performances, giving our students the opportunity to showcase their talents and share their progress with friends and family. These events are a highlight of the year, filled with joy, excitement, and pride for all involved.
Whether you’re looking to enroll your child in their first dance class or your experienced dancer is looking for a new place to blossom, Front & Center is the place for you! Join us and experience the difference that a supportive, personalized approach to dance education can make. Here, every child is front and center, and every moment in the studio is a step toward becoming the best version of themselves. Come dance with us at Front & Center Dance — where passion meets performance, and every dancer has a chance to shine! Front & Center Dance Studio, Suite #5, 1905 Route 33, Hamilton. frontandcenterdancestudio.com.
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Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred
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Holistic Leadership and Wellness: Stuart Launches Center for Empowering Today’s Girls
When students return to Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, NJ, they will be greeted by a groundbreaking addition that embodies the school’s unwavering commitment to holistic education: The Cor Cordis Center for Exceptional Leadership. The Center is an interconnected student services hub located at the heart of the school that will integrate learning services, wellness services, and student success support, creating a holistic approach to education that prioritizes the well-being of every student.
“The Cor Cordis Center boldly represents our mission in action, with the well-being of our girls front and center,” says Julia Wall, Head
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History of Medical Care in America,” “Salem and the Witchcraft Trials of 1692,” and “How Will Education Meet the Challenges of Today? Empowering Students for Success.”
For more information or to register for fall classes, visit princetonadultschool. org
The Evergreen Forum
The Evergreen Forum, a program of the Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP; formerly the Princeton Senior Resource Center) was founded in 2001. Per the CMAP website, it is “a peer-led, interactive dynamic learning program which provides rewarding, day-time classes on diverse subjects led by knowledgeable course leaders.”
Registration is currently open for fall semester classes, which begin in late September. In-person courses are held at CMAP’s Nancy S. Klath Center for Lifelong Learning at 101 Poor Farm Road, Princeton. Select courses are also offered online or in a hybrid format and are a mix of lecture, discussion, or lecture and discussion. Most courses are $110 for six- to eight-week courses and $85 for three- to five-week courses; scholarships are avail-
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of School at Stuart. “It has been part of Stuart’s mission and vision for 60 years to pay close attention to the interconnectedness of a child’s mind, body, and heart. This self-awareness fuels their development as curious, influential, and empathic leaders and sustains them for life-long ambitious pursuit.”
Stuart’s investment in the Cor Cordis Center is timely and necessary. In a world where teenage girls face unprecedented challenges, with nearly 60 percent reporting persistent sadness or hopelessness, Stuart’s commitment to student wellness is a crucial response. The Center will house essential services like learning
support, counseling, and the health office, all within the heart of the school.
“We have made a real investment in the spirituality and well-being of our students; the Cor Cordis Center will not only help students delve deeper in their learning, but it will give them the foundational elements they need to thrive,” remarks Woodney Wachter, co-chair of the Board of Trustees.
Fellow co-chair Paul Teti adds, “The Cor Cordis Center for Exceptional Leadership is putting health and wellness, and academic excellence in the context of community. It’s at the core of our school, and it’s exciting to imagine students of all ages learning from each other and from our exceptional faculty and staff.”
As Stuart students step into the new school year, they will do so with a powerful resource at their fingertips — a resource designed to help them lead with resilience, adaptability, and purpose.
Stuart Country Day School, 1200 Stuart Road, Princeton. www. stuartschool.org..
art,” focusing on the works of Edward Redfield, John Folinsbee, and Daniel Garber, “three painters in the Bucks County School whose work exemplifies a reinterpretation of French Impressionism.”
“Histories of Indigenous Peoples in America” is the 11th history class designed by Harvard-educated lawyer Robert Nolan for the Evergreen Forum. “When Europeans first arrived in America, people had been living here for approximately 30,000 years. They had aggregated into hundreds of distinct tribes, each with its own culture and history. Their cultures and their histories are fascinating,” the course description explains. “Yet as students most of us learned almost nothing about these Indigenous Peoples and their descendants. So, this course is about them.”
able to those with demonstrated financial need.
There are 26 courses on offer for the fall semester, a sampling of which include:
“2024 Elections: Democracy at Stake?” taught by Elaine Jacoby, a retired lawyer who teaches courses on politics and civil rights. Per the course description, it will “follow key Congressional races as well as the presidential election. It will also consider different viewpoints as to what
democracy means, as well as threats to its continued existence.”
“American Impressionism: Bucks County Painters” is taught by Christina Kales, who holds a doctor of literature in humanities from Drew University, and includes an optional field trip to the Michener Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The class examines “the social and economic shifts in early nineteenth century America that supported the development of American Impressionist
“Magic & Witches in Fiction for Grownups,” taught by Judith Woolridge, is a discussion course on novels by Hilary Mantel, Angela Carter, Sylvia Townsend Warner, Penelope Fitzgerald, and Mikhail Bulgakov that feature magic, witches, Faustian bargains, and demons. Also covered will be short stories by Helen Simpson, John Wyndham, and others.
“Science in the News” is “a course tailored for curious minds hungry for insights into the most current research
Many of the Center for Modern Aging Princeton’s Evergreen Forum programs take place at the Nancy S. Klath Center for Continued Learning, above.
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The Dental Difference
The Practice for Scared and Anxious Patients
Mercer County now has an award-winning general dental practice catering to the scared and anxious dental patient!
Dr. Kevin Mosmen, owner of The Dental Difference of Brick, New Jersey, has opened a satellite office in Hamilton, New Jersey, in the Lexington Square business complex — directly across from 7-Eleven and Hamilton Bagel & Grill on Route 33.
With more than 23 years of impressive cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, and complex implant dentistry experience, Dr. Mosmen has built an incredible reputation for himself and his office. Being specialty permitted in SEDATION DENTISTRY, the office can provide you with the safe administration of oral and intravenous conscious sedation. Imagine relaxing through your entire dental appointment with little to no memory of your visit.
Are you interested in having most of your dental work completed in as little as one visit? Do you have special needs and find it difficult to have dental work performed? Do you have incredibly annoying or loose dentures and want dental implants to secure them? The office is happy to help you all! Here are some actual patient reviews you can find on Google:
“Dr. Mosmen is the best! So kind and considerate to someone who is petrified of the
and issues in science and medicine. Each week, our diverse panel of scientists delivers two riveting lectures on two different topics, covering the latest discoveries and their impact on our understanding of the universe, the natural world, and the human body.” The course is led by Harold M. Heft, a retired automotive and defense industry executive whose academic research focused on biopsychology and philosophy of science, joined by a panel of physicians and scientists with wide experience and interests.
For more information or to register, visit cmaprinceton.org/ evergreen-forum.
Princeton University Community Auditor Program
You don’t need to be one of the lucky few high school seniors who earn admission to Princeton University to get a taste of the Princeton University class
Dr. Kevin Mosmen of The Dental Difference.
dentist. You won’t find a better office for all your dental needs. Very glad I’m their patient!” Angela C.
“This is the best dental care anyone could hope for! The friendliest dental professionals you will ever meet! They are like family to me! A long-time
experience. The Community Auditing Program (CAP) allows high school graduates ages 18 and up living within 50 miles of the university to audit up to three courses per semester as a “silent student.”
Roughly 125 to 150 courses are available to such students each semester at a cost of $200 per course. Auditors attend lectures only and may not participate in discussion components of classes, nor may they make direct contact with professors or other instructors.
While the enrollment window for new CAP students has closed for the fall semester, applications will open for the spring semester in mid-November. Prospective new auditors will be able to create accounts between November 18 and 21, then must schedule an in-person interview to be accepted to the program. An orientation session will follow for all new auditors.
For more information, visit community.princeton.edu/ community-auditing
patient here, I tell everyone I know to make an appointment.” Diane M.
“Very friendly atmosphere. Staff very personable and Dr. Mosmen explains things very simply and very honestly. So glad I came here!” Ed T.
“Yesterday was my first visit and everything went very smoothly. I am the biggest chicken when it comes to the dentist but I have to say my experience was excellent. I would definitely recommend The Dental Difference!” Diane M.
“Everything went perfectly! Great experience and I don’t like going to the dentist!” Kathy B.
Not only is Dr. Mosmen known for his sedation and implant surgery skills, but he’s also board certified in treating sleep apnea sufferers with a dental device. For those who don’t like or can’t tolerate their CPAP machine, Dr. Mosmen can make a “mouth piece” to wear at night that allows these patients to breathe without using their CPAP machine.
Now that school is back in session, it’s time to focus on you and your new smile. So, do you need a new dentist? Do you want a new dentist? Do you want to feel more like a family member than a number? Are you just tired of your corporate dental office? Give The Dental Difference in Hamilton a call! Their number is 609-445-3577. Go to their website at: www.thedentaldifference.com and read the numerous, legitimate, amazing reviews. It will take you long before you want to go there too! They offer all aspects of general dentistry and are welcoming new patients today!
The Dental Difference – 2131 Route 33, Suite A, Hamilton, NJ 08690. 609-445-3577. www. thedentaldifference.com.
Mercer County Community College
The Center for Continuing Studies at Mercer offers a number of non-credit and continuing education programs, many aimed at bolstering professional credentials and helping adults progress in their careers. Others focus on personal enrichment. Most are held on the college’s West Windsor campus at 1200 Old Trenton Road or online.
Certification programs are available in a range of areas, from healthcare, manufacturing, and information technology to culinary arts, personal training, and education. Studying to become a veterinary assistant, learning the basics of solar panel installation, and earning the Society for Human Resource Management certification are all among the courses on offer.
For those looking to expand on hobbies or learn a new trade, courses in floral design, photography, and graphic design; English and foreign languages;
writing and film; and fitness are among the many available.
For more information, visit mccc. edu/lifelong_learning.shtml.
Rider University & The College of New Jersey
Both colleges offer a number of certificate programs aimed at professionals seeking more advanced credentials. Programs at Rider include Business Basics, Creativity and Innovation, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Global Supply Chain Management, and more others. At TCNJ, there are numerous programs designed for educators and those in related roles as well as certificates for those business and healthcare-related fields.
More information on Rider: www.rider.edu/academics/ program-finder. More information on The College of New Jersey: graduate.tcnj.edu/ explore-programs
The one place where our discoveries become your care.
Advanced, comprehensive and compassionate Cancer Care.
RWJBarnabas Health, together with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, offers the most advanced, patient-centric cancer care for adults and children. Our nationally renowned, multidisciplinary care teams ensure a compassionate, comprehensive approach, creating individualized cancer treatment plans for our patients, who have access to blood and marrow transplant, CAR T-cell therapy, innovative clinical trials, and immunotherapy procedures - all close to home. Together with our NCI Consortium partner, Princeton University, the longest NCI Consortium Cancer Center relationship in New Jersey, we are driving cutting edge research and advancing scientific discoveries into clinical practice. Visit rwjbh.org/beatcancer or call 844-CANCERNJ
Rutgers Cancer Institute is the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Together RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute offer the most advanced cancer treatment options close to home.
VOTE BY MAIL NOTICE TO PERSONS WANTING MAIL-IN BALLOTS
If you are a qualified and registered voter of Mercer County, New Jersey who wants to vote by mail in the General Election to be held on November 5, 2024, the following applies:
• You must complete the application form below and send it to the county clerk where you reside or write or apply in person to the county clerk where you reside to request a mail-in ballot.
• The name, address, and signature of any person who has assisted you to complete the mail-in ballot application must be provided on the application, and you must sign and date the application.
• No person may serve as an authorized messenger or bearer for more than three qualified voters in an election but a person may serve as such for up to
five qualified voters in an election if those voters are immediate family members residing in the same household as the messenger or bearer.
• No person who is a candidate in the election for which the voter requests a mail-in ballot may provide any assistance in the completion of the ballot or serve as an authorized messenger or bearer.
• A person who applies for a mail-in ballot must submit his or her application so that it is received at least seven days before the election, but such person may request an application in person from the county clerk up to 3 p.m. of the day before the election.
• Voters who want to vote by mail in all future elections will, after their initial request and without
further action on their part, be provided with a mail-in ballot until the voter requests otherwise in writing.
• Application forms may be obtained by applying to the undersigned either in writing or by telephone. Or the application form provided below may be completed and forwarded to the undersigned.
• If you are currently signed up to receive mail-in ballots, but wish to now vote at the polls, either on Election Day or before, in accordance with NJ’s new “Early Voting” law, you must first opt out of vote by mail by notifying the county clerk in writing at the address below. You may find a form for removal from the permanent list on the Mercer County Clerk’s website at https://www.mercercounty.org/ government/county-clerk/elections.
Dated: September 10, 2024, Paula Sollami Covello, Mercer County Clerk, 209 S. Broad St., Election Dept., P.O. Box 8068, Trenton, NJ 08650, 609-989-6495
Tuesday sepTember 3
Continuing Conversations on Race, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Synatra Smith, project manager for the NJ Black Heritage Trail, discusses the initiative to highlight Black history, heritage and culture. Presented in partnership with Not in Our Town Princeton. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolkdance.org. No partner necessary. $5. Weekly on Tuesdays. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday sepTember 4
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, offers live music for meditation and introspection. Free. 5:30 p.m.
Evening Yoga in the Gardens, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Donation-based all-levels Vinyasa class led by Gratitude Yoga on Morven’s grounds.
Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. Register. 6 p.m.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. The Sound of Music. $13.50. 7 p.m.
Beyond the Concert Keynote with Deborah Amos, Princeton Public Library. www. princetonlibrary.org. NPR’s Deborah Amos discusses Aeham Ahmad’s memoir “The Pianist from Syria” in advance of the September 26 “Healing with Music” performance featuring clarinetist Kinan Azmeh and illustrator Kevork Mourad. Via Zoom. Register. 7 to 8 p.m.
Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m.
Thursday sepTember 5
Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonfarmersmarket.com. Weekly on Thursdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Meeting, 55-Plus Club of Princeton, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street. www. princeton.com/groups/55plus. Deborah Pearlstein, director of the Princeton Program in Law and Public Policy and visiting professor of law and public affairs at Princeton University, speaks on “The Democracy Effects of a Polarized Legal Profession.” In person or via Zoom. 10 a.m.
After Noon Concert, Princeton University Chapel. chapel.princeton.edu. Organ performance by Eric Pluz, university organist. Free. 12:30 p.m.
16th Annual Nassau Street Sampler, Princeton University Art Museum, Dillon Gymnasium, Princeton University. artmuseum.princeton. edu. Celebrate the beginning of the fall semester and a new year of programs at the Art Museum. Start at Dillon Gym for food and drink from local
Princeton eateries, art-making activities, raffles and prizes, and performances by student groups. The fun continues with more great art and activities at Art on Hulfish. 5 p.m.
Art of Poet and Performers, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Woody Carsky-Wilson, published writer and poet who frequently performs with the Arts Council’s Story & Verse, teaches the performing process, from managing and improving the creative cycle to writing, editing, and finally performing your own stories and poems. Register. $20. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Friday sepTember 6
Release the Shame, Lewis Center for the Arts, CoLab, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University. arts.princeton.edu. Visually impaired artist/choreographer Christopher “Unpezverde” Núñez and neurodivergent artist Branden Wallace explore the complex concept of “shame” and how it converges with themes such as sexuality, fear, learning processes, immigration, and productivity in the lives of disabled people. ArtSee EVENTS, Page 28
Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m
Registered Mercer County voters may cast their ballot in person, using a voting machine at any of the locations below.
RWJUH Hamilton September Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
SWEET SUCCESS SOCIETY: A DIABETES GROUP
Tuesday, Sept 3; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Monday, Sept 9; 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Monday, Oct 7; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For anyone with diabetes or caring for someone living with diabetes. Learn and discuss healthy ways to manage diabetes alongside peers and Taryn Krietzman, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Empower yourself and others towards a healthy lifestyle and success in diabetes self-management.
DANCE IT OUT!
Friday, Sept 6; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Monday, Sept 30; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. When in doubt, dance it out! Find your rhythm and ease the everyday stresses of life with movement. All ages welcome; no experience required.
WHAT’S EATING YOU?
Monday, Sept 9; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Support group for people experiencing emotional eating. Peer support is key. Connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
THE BASICS OF MEDICARE
Monday, Sept 9; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Gina Rega, licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare and ACA for a discussion on Medicare. Learn the different parts of Medicare, how to avoid penalties, and when to apply for Medicare benefits. Light refreshments provided.
LETTING GO OF CLUTTER
Tuesday, Sept 10; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Explore how our emotional ties to our “stuff” can create clutter and affect our mood. An Oaks Integrated
MEN’S GROUP
Care specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive experience.
BARIATRIC WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept 10; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
If you are considering surgery, are in the process of preparing or have undergone surgery, you are welcome to attend our group. Family, friends and support persons are also welcome. This is a great opportunity to meet others going through the same weight loss journey. We focus on achieving optimal wellness through weight loss surgery. We will discuss different topics on nutrition, exercise and healthy living behaviors.
EXPERIENCE THE ENERGY OF YOUR CHAKRAS
Wednesday, Sept 11; 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join this discussion and meditation to gain a fuller understanding of your Chakras and yourself! Learn how the Chakra system works, how its energy can benefit physical and emotional well-being and gain tools to build better relationships. Suitable for those who are brand new to Chakra meditation and those that are well practiced. Michelle Gerdes, RYT 200, yoga and meditation teacher, Reiki Master, and self-care educator. $15.
THE PHARMACY CLUB: WHAT IS POLYPHARMACY?
Monday, Sept 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us for an informative session on polypharmacy, designed to help patients and caregivers understand the complexities of managing multiple medications. This event will
cover essential topics, including an introduction to polypharmacy and risks associated with polypharmacy.
TOURNAMENT TIMEYOU BOWL, WII BOWL
Monday, Sept 16; 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join Rehabilitative Services to show off your bowling skills! Learn about safe movements while having fun during this video game time. Physical Therapy will guide you through proper stretches and body mechanics while video bowling.
THE HOT SEAT: CHAIR DANCING
Wednesday, Sept 18; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
chair dance Exercise is a great way to incorporate cardio exercise into your day. You will also tone your core and learn a variety of dance moves! Keep your body moving and heart pumping. No experience required.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
Wednesday, Sept 18; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Quieting your mind can have profound effects on your body and mind. Learn to lower the volume of your mind’s chatter. No experience necessary.
HEALTHRHYTHMS DRUM® CIRCLE
Wednesday, Sept 18; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Drum your cares away with our monthly drum circle. It’s lots of fun and a great stress reliever. Beginners are welcome; drums will be provided. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP $15.
CATCH SOME ZZZZZ’S
Thursday, Sept 19; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Insomnia affects mental as well as physical health, making us more prone
to heart disease and other serious illnesses. Join Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative Health Nurse, to learn more about how we should spend a third of our lives!
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept 24; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
REIKI SHARE
Wednesday, Sept 25; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session; get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
WISE WOMEN
Thursday, Sept 26; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a community of women as we discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.
SACRED BREATHWORK EXPERIENCE
Thursday, Sept 26; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Kim Huston, Reiki Master and Certified Breathwork facilitator to learn about how this modality can help release negative patterns and fears that keep us stuck. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. $15.
HEARING PROBLEMS? THE BRAIN CONNECTOR
Monday, Sept 30; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
If you have normal hearing but have difficulty understanding words/speech in group or noisy settings you may have an Auditory Processing Disorder. Join Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D., to learn
how to get tested for APD and the latest treatments to train the brain!
AARP DRIVING COURSE
Monday, Oct 7; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Be a safer, better driver. Most insurance companies will lower your premium with a completion certificate. Bring your NJ or PA drivers license. Fee: $20 for AARP members presenting a valid AARP card; $25 for nonmembers.
AUTUMN BOOK ART
Monday, Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Reflect upon art with poetry, art and by making a fun, decorative pumpkin and or/turkey centerpiece by recycling discarded books. All materials included. Led by Rochelle Stern, Expressive Art Facilitator. $15.
MEDICARE CHANGES FOR 2025
Monday, Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Better Health is a free program for VIP’s 65+ that combines medical education, interesting topics, and fun activities. Join today!
Wednesday, Sept 4; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct 9; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov 13; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Who said men don’t talk? Men need a safe space to share thoughts and feelings too. That’s why this is a women-free zone just for men to talk about whatever is on their minds. This program will be led by Ted Taylor, Director, Spiritual Care and Volunteerism, and Coordinator, Palliative Care and Bioethics.
TAI CHI CLASSES
Thursday, Sept 5 + 19; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
YOGA CLASSES
Tuesday, Sept 10 + 24; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
MEDITATION CLASSES
Tuesday, Sept 10 + 24; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesday, Sept 10 + 24; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
SNACK & LEARN WITH SARA ALI, MD
Monday, Sept 16; 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Are you taking multiple medications? Join Dr. Ali to learn how much is too much, the risks associated, and how some medications work against each other. This is a deep dive into learning the risks associated with being over medicated.
FALL HEALTH FAIR – ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE WELCOME!
Tuesday, Sept 17; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Our team will provide information on exercises to improve balance, medications that increase fall risks, balance screenings, blood pressure
screenings, and so much more! At 11 a.m., our speakers, Sara Ali, MD; Sarah Masco, OTD, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, Senior Occupational Therapist; and Caitlin Yesis, AuD, CCC-A, will talk about great ways to prevent falls and common causes.
GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE WELLNESS WALK
Wednesday, Sept 18; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, Sept 19; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
ART THERAPY & HISTORY
Thursday, Sept 19; 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Tapping into your creative side is a great way to de-stress, improve mental outlook, and simply have some fun. This program combines art history with an art project based on the works of artist, Georgia O’Keeffe. Using pastels, you will draw your own oversized flower and learn the techniques to layer and blend the pastels.
LUNCH & LEARN: IMPROVING OUTCOMES FOR SENIORS THROUGH ROBOTIC ASSISTED ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY
Thursday, Sept 26; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Be prepared for the upcoming year with changes to Medicare Part B, premiums and deductibles. Gina Rega, licensed insurance agent, specializing in Medicare and ACA will discuss changes you will be seeing for prescriptions, along with any other differences. Scan QR code to view, learn more & register on-line for the programs listed above. Or
Join us for this fascinating cutting-edge technology talk led by Michael Duch, MD, from The Orthopedic and Spine Institute at RWJUH Hamilton. Dr. Duch will share how we are improving outcomes for our seniors with robotic assisted surgery. Jennifer Pirozzi, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CNOR, Director of Perioperative Services, RWJUH Hamilton, will share insight on proper preparation and post-surgery protocols that improve overall outcomes.
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
ists’ talk followed by reception. On view through September 12. 7 p.m.
Empire Records, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org.
Empire Records tells the story of a band of idealist misfits fighting to save their beloved record store from a corporate takeover. Music and lyrics by Princeton native Zoe Sarnak. Through October 6. 7:30 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. $10. Weekly on Fridays. 8 p.m.
saTurday sepTember 7
Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road. 3 mile walk on the towpath, weather permitting. Free. Register to canalwalkers@googlegroups.com for notices of weather-related cancellations. Weekly on Saturdays. 10 a.m.
Summer Music Series, Palmer Square Green. www.palmersquare.com. Kindred Spirit is a “classic rock and soul” band based in Central NJ. Free. Noon to 2 p.m.
Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour: Residential Colleges Neighborhood, Princeton University Art Museum, Ai Wei-
wei’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. Weekly on Saturdays. 2 p.m.
As Above, So Below, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Gallery opening for series of paintings by Douglas Florian that play with movement against stasis, symmetry against asymmetry, and density against expansiveness, in confined organic spaces that reference cosmology, typography, cartography, calligraphy, textile design, and illuminated manuscripts. They also exhibit variations within a restricted format and are sequential in form and feeling. On view through September 28. 3 to 5 p.m.
Intersecting Identities, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. Gallery opening for exhibit featuring works by Isabel Nazario, Julio Nazario, and Rodríguez Calero. The three work from a consciousness of their Puerto Rican heritage, using it to interrogate issues of immigration, cultural crossover, violence, and place. On view through September 28. 3 to 5 p.m.
McMillan & Co., Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. www.smallworldcoffee. com. Jazz, funk, Latin, and rock. 7 p.m.
sunday sepTember 8
RevNJ Race Series, Princeton Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road. www.revnj.org. Series of 5K races and fun runs at Revolutionary War battlefields and other historic sites throughout the state as New Jersey gets ready for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Post-race Battlefield tour available from Princeton Battlefield Society. Register. $30 5K; $15 1-mile fun run/walk. 8:30 a.m.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. The Sound of Music. $13.50. 1 p.m.
Author: Anastasia Rubis in Conversation with Laurie Albanese, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org.The writer and journalist discusses her novel “Oriana: A Novel of Oriana Fallaci” with Laurie Albanese. 1 to 2 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. Weekly on Sundays 2 p.m.
Concert: The Rebound, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. The band performs covers of classic rock songs from a wide range of bands and eras at this concert on Hinds Plaza, the last of this summer’s Listen Local Series. 4 to 5:15 p.m.
Tuesday sepTember 10
Songwriters Circle and Open Mic, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. The Princeton Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association provides feedback and tips to help songwriters improve at this event that also includes an acoustic open mic. 7 to 9 p.m.
Lighting Up the Dark: Where is the Dark Matter?, Amateur Astronomers Association of Princeton, Peyton Hall, Princeton University. princetonastronomy.org. Presentation by astrophysics professor Neta Bahcall of Princeton University. In person and on Zoom. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday sepTember 11
Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, Princeton Fire and Rescue Squad, 2 Mount Lucas Road. The public is invited to honor the memory of those who perished on September 11, 2001, and those who have since died or are suffering from related illnesses. Noon.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Young Frankenstein. $13.50. 7 p.m.
Thursday sepTember 12
Fall Benefit: Golden Jubilee, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, 101 Poor Farm Road. cmaprinceton.org/golden-jubilee. Celebrating 50 years of inspiration and innovation. Cocktails, dinner, and program. Individual Honoree: Past Board Chairs, represented by Joan Girgus and past Executive Directors, Jocelyn Helm, Jan Marmor, and Susan Hoskins. Corporate Honoree: Bloomberg Philanthropies. Community Impact Honoree: Princeton Area Community Foundation. Register. $275. 6 p.m.
Art of Vintage Jewelry with H1912, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Join Miles Franklin, a Vintage Consultant at H1912 Jewelers in Princeton, for an interactive seminar in which jewelry as a form of art is interrogated. Register. $30. 6 p.m.
Journey from Mansion to Museum, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Panel discussion on Morven’s journey from a governor’s mansion to opening as a museum in 2004. Hybrid event. Register.
$15 in person; $10 via Zoom. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. The Devil Wears Prada. $13.50. 7 p.m.
Author: John McMurtrie, Princeton Public Library. Editor John McMurtrie presents “Literary Journeys,” an illustrated guide to over seventy-five important journeys in world literature. Virtual event with registration through Zoom. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday sepTember 13
Cultural Exchange Night, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. All are invited to learn about different traditions and connect with neighbors at this event featuring an array of cultural displays, music, art, crafts and dance performances. 4 to 6 p.m.
Dancing Under the Stars, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Members of Central Jersey Dance demonstrate basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds on Hinds Plaza, weather permitting; or Community Room. Also September 27. 7 to 10 p.m.
saTurday sepTember 14
Family Magnetism Event, Princeton Einstein Museum, Dohm Alley, Nassau Street. www.princetoneinsteinmuseum.org. For the final weekend of the exhibit “Einstein’s Attraction to Magnetism,” visitors are invited to talk to the museum founders, try children’s activities, and receive small free kids’ mementos, while supplies last. Exhibit open 24/7. Also September 15. 10 a.m. to noon and 3 to 5 p.m.
Pop-Up Beer + Wine Garden, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Beers from Triumph Brewery and red, white, and rose, from the Princeton Corkscrew. Register. $60 to $85. 2 to 5 p.m.
Rich Seiner, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street.. 70s pop and Latin grooves. 7 p.m.
Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonsymphony. org. Aubree Oliverson makes her PSO debut with Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. Princeton composer Gemma Peacocke’s “Manta” draws inspiration from the magnificent manta ray, and Brahms’ fourth and final symphony concludes the program. $35 and up. Also September 15. 8 p.m.
sunday sepTember 15
Bird Walk, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/getinvolved. Expert birder Winnie Hughes Spar guides a bird walk. Observe birds in the wild and learn about their fascinating habits. Weather permitting. Register. Not recommended for children. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Young Patriots Day, Princeton Battlefield Society, 500 Mercer Street. www.pbs1777.org. Young Patriots Day introduces children to the American Revolution and to local history. Flag raising ceremony at noon. Families can watch the New Jersey Grays as they fire their cannon and muskets and then march and drill with them. Children can meet General George Washington and Ben Franklin, talk with living historians about colonial life, tour the Battlefield and Clarke House, and enjoy other activities. Register. Noon to 3 p.m.
Festival Cultural Latino: A Community Mercado, Princeton Public Library & Palmer Square, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The rich cultural life of Princeton’s Latino community is celebrated with an afternoon of music, dance, food and crafts on both Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month. 1 to 5 p.m.
Author: Janie Kim in Conversation with A.M. Homes, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author, a graduate of Princeton University, will discuss and sign copies of her debut novel “We Carry the Sea in Our Hands” with A.M. Homes. 7 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday sepTember 18
Panel Discussion: Provenance and the Modern Museum, Princeton University Art Museum. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Panelists are Carolyn M. Laferrière, associate curator of ancient Mediterranean art; Victoria Reed, senior curator of provenance at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, and Joanna M. Gohmann, provenance researcher and object historian for the Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. Reception to follow. Location TBA. 5:30 p.m.
Friday sepTember 20
Friends and Foundation Book Sale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Sale includes thousands of books for all ages and across a wide variety of topics. Most books are priced between $2 and $3, with art books and special selections priced higher. Continues September 21 and 22. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Michael Feinstein in Because of You, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org. Tribute to Tony Bennett featuring the Carnegie Hall Ensemble. 7:30 p.m.
The Tannahill Weavers, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk.org. Scottish folk-rock band features a unique combination of traditional melodies, driving rhythmic accompaniment, and rich three-part vocal harmonies. $25. Livestream available. 8 p.m.
saTurday sepTember 21
B.D. Lenz, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. Jazz, funk, Latin, and rock. 7 p.m. Screech Owl Walk, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/getinvolved. Join South Jersey Wildlife Tours for a guided Eastern Screech Owl walk. Register. $15. Not recommended for young children. 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
sunday sepTember 22
Princeton Chili Cookoff, Arts Council of Princeton & Historical Society of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Sample chilis from home cooks and professional chefs, meet dogs from SAVE animal shelter up for adoption, enjoy River Horse beers, and purchase flowers or build-a-bouquet from Sprouts. Register. $10 to $15. Noon to 3 p.m.
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HAMILTON TOWNSHIP:
Hamilton Golf/Call Center – 5 Justice Samuel A. Alito Way
Hamilton Municipal Building – 2090 Greenwood Ave
Nottingham Firehouse – 200 Mercer St.
HIGHTSTOWN:
Hightstown Firehouse #1 – 140 N. Main St.
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP:
Hopewell Township Administration Building –201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd.
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Board of Elections - 930 Spruce St.
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Stand with the Banned Read-Out, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Community leaders, authors and advocates of all ages will read from banned books in a show of support for communities and individuals dealing with censorship. 4 to 6 p.m.
Tuesday sepTember 24
Film: “Lafayette: The Lost Hero”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. This documentary explores the life of Marquis Gilbert de Lafayette and evaluates his role in the establishment of America’s democracy. 7 p.m.
Wednesday sepTember 25
The Music of Strangers, Princeton University Concerts, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. concerts.princeton.edu. Yo-Yo Ma & The Silk Road Ensemble documentary screening. $14. 7 p.m.
Thursday sepTember 26
Princeton History Walks: Hidden Princeton, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. PPL librarians lead a walk highlighting forgotten aspects of Princeton’s history and sharing favorite stories connected to Princeton’s past. Meet in the Lobby. 10 a.m.
Author: Ismar Volic, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. The author presents his new book in conversation with Princeton University’s Sam Wang. “Making Democracy Count” explains how we can repair our democracy by rebuilding the mechanisms that power it. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
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Double depth cemetery plotLocation Princeton memorial Park- Gordon Road Robbinsville. Call 609-259-7710.
Cash paid for World War II Military Items. Helmets, swords, medals, etc. Call: 609-581-8290, E-mail: lenny1944x@gmail.com
Happy Heroes used books looking to buy old Mysteries, Science Fiction, Children’s Illustrated, kids series books (old Hardy boys-Nancy Drew-Judy Bolton- Dana girls, WITH
Professor Picks Series, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. www.thegardentheatre.com. Preston Sturges’ classic screwball “The Palm Beach Story” will be explored by Princeton professor Maria DiBattista, the author of “Fast-Talking Dames,” a seminal study of American film comedy of the 1930s and 1940s. Screening followed by discussion. $13.50. 7 p.m.
Home Within, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Audio-visual project of Syrian composer and clarinetist, Kinan Azmeh, and Syrian-Armenian visual artist, Kevork Mourad. They also join NPR correspondent Deborah Amos to discuss the impact of war on our sense of “home,” and how they use image and sound to establish a sense of sustained urgency and continued hope. $25. 7:30 p.m.
saTurday sepTember 28
The Cold Soil Drifters, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street. Bluegrass/Americana. 7 p.m.
Cafe Improv, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. Local music, poetry, comedy. $2. 7 to 10 p.m.
Ballet Hispánico, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Ballet Hispánico fuses classical ballet, modern dance, and Latin rhythms to celebrate the joy and diversity of Latinx culture through dance. 7:30 p.m.
sunday sepTember 29
Authors: Jane Carr and Lori Harrison-Kahan, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Editors Jane Carr and Lori Harrison-Kahan, in conversation with Valerie Popp, present “The Case of Lizzie Borden and Other Writings,” a comprehensive collection of writings by Elizabeth Garver Jordan. 3 to 4 p.m.
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