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AROUND TOWN
Grant to expand town’s food scraps collection Program
The Municipality of Princeton has been awarded a $245,590 Compost and Food Waste Reduction grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This funding will be used to expand Princeton’s food scraps recycling program, a vital step in Princeton’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
In May 2023, Princeton Council approved two pilot food scrap drop-off locations at 400 Witherspoon Street and Monument Hall. Currently, these two sites serve 223 residents, but with increased funding, Princeton will add up to 10 additional food scrap drop-off sites over the next year. With a total of 12 sites, Princeton can serve about 1,200 households, providing accessible and free food scrap recycling options for all residents.
“This grant is a major step forward for Princeton’s sustainability efforts,” said Deanna Stockton, deputy administrator and municipal engineer. “Expanding our food scraps collection program helps divert significant amounts of waste from landfills, reinforcing our commitment to the environment and to fiscal responsibility.”
The core goal of this initiative is to di-
vert residential food waste from landfills. Diverting food waste from landfills helps reduce methane and carbon dioxide emissions, two potent greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. The food scraps are processed at Trenton Renewables, a local company utilizing anaerobic digestion technology to generate electricity and soil amendment from the food scraps. Based on the amount of food scraps collected from the two existing sites, Princeton anticipates the expansion to 12 sites could result in diverting 63 tons of food scraps from the landfill each year. This reduces Princeton’s emissions by approximately 14 MTCO2e per year, equivalent to growing 230 tree seedlings for 10 years, according to EPA’s Waste Reduction Model and GHG Equivalencies Calculator.
“The expansion of the food scraps collection program aligns perfectly with the Materials Management goals of Princeton’s Climate Action Plan,” said Christine Symington, executive director of Sustainable Princeton. “We are pleased to support this effort by providing project and technical assistance to the Municipality.”
Another key feature of this food scrap drop-off expansion is ensuring that it is implemented equitably. All residents can participate at no cost, regardless of where
they live within Princeton. By creating 12 strategically located drop-off points across the municipality, Princeton aims to significantly increase participation in the program by a variety of residents, including its underprivileged community members. A number of sites are currently under consideration, including at several neighborhood schools and other municipally owned sites.
“As a participant in Princeton’s food scraps program, I’ve found the drop-off system incredibly easy and convenient,” said Eve Niedergang, Princeton Council
member. “It’s a great way to make a difference without much effort, and I’m excited to see more locations added around the municipality.”
For more information about Princeton’s food waste recycling program and its upcoming implementation, visit the project page at princeton.civilspace.io/en/projects/food-scraps-drop-off-program or contact engineering@princetonnj.gov.
Experience Princeton, a nonprofit dedicated to growing Princeton’s economy, has announced a promotion running through December 10 that encourages customers to shop in Princeton for a chance to win prizes for both themselves and business owners.
All Princeton businesses are automatically included in the promotion, and the process for customers to enter couldn’t be simpler: Customers save each receipt of $20 or more from purchases made at those Princeton businesses. Customers then go to the ShopPrinceton2Win website and upload their receipts to enter.
There will be six weekly drawings from November 5 through December 10. Winning customers for each drawing will receive $500 and the business on the receipt will also receive $500. Every entry counts as multiple entries in the Grand Prize drawing for $1,500 to be held December 10. If you buy an Experience Princeton Digital Gift Card and enter that receipt, you’ll get five entries in that week’s drawing.
The goal of the ShopPrinceton2Win contest is to encourage customers to shop more, spend more and try more Princeton businesses.
“The ShopLocal2Win campaigns have a proven track record of success,” said Experience Princeton Executive Director Isaac Kremer. “We’re proud to bring this promotional opportunity to Princeton businesses and consumers to jumpstart the holiday shopping season.”
“We’re really looking forward to the contest,” Kremer added. “ShopPrinceton2Win will provide a great reason for customers to spend a little more at their favorite Princeton businesses, perhaps try a new one, and add
some excitement to the early holiday shopping season!” For information, visit ShopPrinceton2Win.com
For more information about Experience Princeton, visit www.experienceprinceton.org.
Princeton announces 26th annual holiday gift drive
For the past 25 years, Princeton Human Services, municipal employees, local businesses, and private donors have made hundreds of Princeton children’s holiday wishes come true by providing them with gifts for the holidays.
Last year, more than 350 applications were received, and the municipality anticipates receiving just as many, if not more, this year. Applications are received for children up to age 12 and include one or two gifts they would like for the holidays, not to exceed $75.
In addition to sponsoring a child’s wish list, the municipality asks donors to consider donating a grocery store gift card to help the parents/families of the children.
Fill out the donor form by visiting the gift drive website at www.princetonnj.gov/753/Holiday-Gift-Drive. Donors will receive a follow-up email before Thanksgiving detailing how your donation can be delivered. Donor submissions will close Friday, November 15.
For those interested in receiving a gift for their child, please complete an application, which can be picked up at our office or found on the gift drive website. Applications will only be accepted in person at Princeton Human Services, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. You may also call to make an appointment to drop off your application, submission deadline is Thursday, November 7.
JAGRAH’S
SUNDAYS 11AM- 5PM (ALL-DAY BRUNCH)
MONDAYS CLOSED
TUESDAYS - WEDNESDAYS 11AM - 7PM
THURSDAYS 11AM - 8PM
FRIDAYS & SATURDAY 11AM - 10PM
MONTHLY
RWJUH Hamilton November Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
“DO IT YOURSELF” BASIC CAR MAINTENANCE
Wednesday, Nov, 6; 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Maintaining your auto can be stressful, but we invite you to join us and hear from a local expert to get some tips and tricks about basic maintenance. This will be an interactive discussion on easy “Do it Yourself” auto maintenance, and how you can get your vehicle ready for the changing seasons.
AUTUMN HEARING AID EXPO
Thursday, Nov 7; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D, will discuss today’s “computers for your ears” along with a hands-on demonstration of the latest in hearing aid technology. Technological advances today in hearing aids allow folks to stream music, TV, and more with ease! New technology offers better hearing in noise, tinnitus therapy and helps protect our brains as we age. Included will be hands-on demonstration from representatives from the companies “Unitron” and “Signia”.
FEAST ON FACTS: ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
Thursday, Nov 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join this presentation by Zaw Win Tun, MD, Cardiologist, RWJUH Hamilton, and member of Hamilton Cardiology Associates (HCA), as we explore AFib. Dr. Tun will offer easy-to-understand medical insights into facts about AFib, its causes, symptoms, and how it can affect overall heart health.
*This program will offer registered participants a healthy dinner selection.
A SENIOR SOCIAL GROUP
WHAT’S EATING YOU? HOW TO CURB YOUR EMOTIONAL EATING
DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Monday, Nov 11; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Support group for people experiencing emotional eating. Peer support is key. We offer a safe space to connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB: “LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY” BY BONNIE GARMUS
Monday, Nov. 11; 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us to discuss this amazing novel, “Lessons in Chemistry.” A gifted research chemist in the 1960’s becomes the unlikely star of a beloved TV cooking show, teaching women to cook and daring them to change the status quo.
HELP IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY
Thursday, Nov 14; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Are you or a family member concerned about memory loss? Listen to what might affect memory and ways to improve it. Participants should arrive between 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. to complete NJ’s mini-mental memory examination.
CLEAN LIVING IN A TOXIC WORLD
Thursday, Nov 14; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Toxins are all around us: in the air we breathe, the products we use and the food we eat. Learn what these toxins can do to our body and ways to avoid them and live a cleaner life. Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative Therapies Nurse.
Please join us for our ongoing “Senior Social Group.” Gather with us in a collaborative setting to exchange thoughts, feelings, and experiences with your peers. This is a safe zone designed to be welcoming for all attendees while exploring this season of our lives – the ups and the challenges. This is a weekly program. Please feel free to attend one or all.
HOPE FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE: A LUNCH AND LEARN WITH RWJUH HAMILTON EXPERTS
Thursday, Nov 7; 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Today lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in New Jersey and in the nation, but thanks to early detection and treatment advancements, the future is bright.
CAREGIVER CONFERENCE: CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER
Friday, Nov 15; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Caregivers of older adults and/or caring for those with dementia and memory loss are invited to attend this powerful conference. Rutgers Health, University Behavioral Health Care, Comprehensive Services on Aging (COPSA), and the Institute for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders will present on Managing Challenging Behaviors: Strategies for Preventing and Coping when caring for someone with memory loss. There will also be an Elder Care Attorney who will present on estate planning, power of attorney, health care POA, wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, long-term planning options and how to pay for them.
DANCE IT OUT!
Thursday, Nov 18; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Boost your well-being through the joy of dance. Whether you are a beginner or experienced dancer, this activity will lift your spirits and reduce stress. No experience required; all ages are welcome.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS
Tuesday, Nov 19; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov 20; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Learn this simple, but not always easy practice to quiet your mind and soothe your body. No experience necessary.
Join us for a hopeful conversation and discussion with our panel of experts: Benjamin Medina, MD, Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon, the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton; Kevin Law, MD, RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group member, Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Sleep Medicine at RWJUH Hamilton; and Kaidlan Ricardo, CMA, BS-HA, Lung Cancer Screening Program Manager, RWJUH Hamilton.
YOGA CLASSES
Tuesday, Nov 19 + 26; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
MEDITATION CLASSES
Tuesday, Nov 19 + 26; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Therapy specialists, RWJUH Hamilton, for this fun hour of Wii video games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is leveling up your real-life stats. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!
DINNER WITH A DOCTOR: RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
Wednesday, Nov 20; 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join and hear from Seth Rosenbaum, MD, MMM, Senior Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, RWJUH Hamilton, and member of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, who also specializes in infectious diseases. The winter season brings seasonal colds, and Dr. Rosenbaum will thoroughly review what the difference is between the multitudes of respiratory viruses. *This program will offer registered participants a healthy dinner selection. Registration is required.
HEALTHRHYTHMS® DRUM CIRCLE
Wednesday, Nov 20; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join our drum circle to drum your cares away, have fun and relieve stress. No experience necessary, drums will be provided. Mauri Tyler, CTRS,CMP. $15
OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING
Thursday, Nov 21; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Osteoporosis screening using ultrasound is a non-invasive method to assess bone density and evaluate the risk of fractures. Appointments required.
WANTED! HOLIDAY CRAFTERS AND VENDORS
RWJUH Hamilton is hosting a Holiday Shopping Fair, open to the public, Friday, December 6, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the hospital. Table reservations require a $50 fee (table included). To learn more and reserve a table to become a vendor, please email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org
WANTED! KNITTING YARN
RWJUH Hamilton’s volunteer Knitting Group needs our help and is accepting yarn donations. The Knitting Group knits exclusively for our patients. Donations should include good-quality yarn, all colors, preferred weight #3 or #4, and half-used skeins from unfinished projects are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, located at 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, now through Friday, November 29, 2024.
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
CHAIR YOGA
Tuesday, Nov 19 + 26; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
MONTHLY MEN’S GROUP
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, Nov 14; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
AROMATHERAPY, LET’S LEARN
AND CREATE
Wednesday, Nov 20; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Lisa Bayer, Director from Always Best Care Senior Services, will discuss the connection between smell and memory, teach us how to create a Lavender Sachet and a Pumpkin Spiced Sugar Body Scrub. This will be a fun and informative class.
FRIENDSGIVING LUNCH
Thursday, Nov 21; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Happy Thanksgiving! Whether you come alone to meet new people or to catch up with old friends, join our Better Health Program family for an enjoyable Friendsgiving meal and reflect on what you are most grateful for. Looking forward to kicking off the holiday season with you!
Princeton Academy and Ridgeview Conservancy announce partnership
Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart is partnering with Ridgeview Conservancy, a local land trust and environmental education non-profit, to conserve land on the Academy’s property and enrich the school’s curriculum with outdoor, placebased, experiential learning. Research demonstrates that children learn better out of doors in close contact with nature where they are free to explore. Contact with nature also lowers depression and anxiety and acts as an equalizer, boosting self-esteem and creativity.
Princeton Academy’s Interim Head of School, Kathy Humora, has years of experience designing and implementing programs such as Learning through Landscapes. She is keen to deepen the school’s
focus on environmental education with outdoor courses to prepare youth for the future they will face. This focus aligns well with Ridgeview Conservancy’s mission to boost ecological literacy among youth and restore their ability to “read the natural landscape.”
Over the past decade, Ridgeview Conservancy has engaged hundreds of students in addressing critical environmental issues, including climate change and species extinction, through local conservation efforts. The students have actively participated in conserving and restoring some of the last tracts of unprotected forests and wetlands in Princeton. Along with the Watershed Institute’s StreamWatch Schools program, students will also be able to monitor water quality through visual, biological, and chemical assessments.
Princeton Academy is uniquely positioned to become a leader in environmen-
tal education and forest and climate training. The campus is a veritable arboretum with a wide range of species and centuryold specimen trees, including magnolia, tulip poplar, and sycamore. In addition, Ridgeview Conservancy, along with partners — including the Watershed Institute, Friends of Princeton Open Space, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, D&R Greenway, and Princeton Municipality — have preserved 186 acres of forest and wetlands near the school. These will provide fascinating outdoor laboratories for students to study endangered species habitat, water quality, carbon sequestration, and indigenous and African American history.
Princeton Academy is also partnering with Ridgeview Conservancy and the Watershed Institute and Friends of Princeton Open Space, to preserve two parcels of land on the school’s campus and establish a six-acre conservation easement along
its western border. This partnership effort aims to prevent further land development, allowing the Academy to grant Ridgeview Conservancy the option to purchase the two buildable lots for conservation, thereby creating a vital link in Princeton’s Emerald Necklace.
To kick off the partnership, Princeton Academy and Ridgeview Conservancy held a public event in early October with Dr. Jonathan Kingdon, a renowned wildlife ecologist, evolutionary biologist, author, and artist, who spoke about his new book “Origin Africa,” published by Princeton University Press. Kingdon has trained thousands of students about the natural history of Africa, believing that the next generation must understand ecosystems to help conserve the remarkable plants and wildlife dependent upon them.
For more information: www.princetonacademy.org or www.ridgeviewconservancy.org
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. In-person class size is limited. Please register early. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Dementia: Recognize the Signs
Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 9:30 a.m.
Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534
Is forgetfulness a sign of underlying dementia or just a normal part of the aging process? Join DR. AHMAD FAROOQ, a geriatric medicine doctor and medical director of Capital Health LIFE (a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), to discuss this common question and the cognitive issues we may encounter as we age. A light breakfast will be served.
Maximizing Brain Health
Monday, November 18, 2024 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
If you’re concerned that you are not as sharp as you used to be, there are steps you can take right now to reduce cognitive decline. DR. RAJIV VYAS from Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists will share strategies to keep your brain sharp and reduce memory loss.
Photographer Resch
presents ‘Nature Eternal’
Princeton-based photographic artist
Robin Resch presents her latest exhibition, “Nature Eternal,” at Songbird Capital, located at 14 Nassau Street. The show features a collection of landscape photography that draws viewers into the profound relationship between nature’s strength and our shared ephemerality. The exhibition runs through November, offering visitors an immersive visual experience.
At the heart of Resch’s work lies an exploration of the powerful forces of nature and the delicate balance between its fleeting moments and eternal cycles. Informed by a quote from Rainer Maria Rilke, “If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence, we could rise up rooted like trees,” Resch’s imagery seeks to evoke the emotional resonance of being fully present in nature. Her images, often abstract and contemplative, reflect the energy of a crashing stream, the quiet of rolling fog, or the fleeting sensation of wind. Through these images, Resch brings to life the idea of nature’s transience as a parallel to the human experience.
A key element of her work is the medium itself: many of the photographs in this exhibit are dye-sublimated onto aluminum, a material that interacts with light to create a subtle, shifting effect. This
dynamic quality deepens the viewer’s connection to the moment captured, allowing each piece to evolve with ambient light. All pieces are signed, numbered in editions of ten, and available in various sizes, with the possibility of custom installations up to 4x6 feet.
“Being one with the landscape can be humbling as we realize we are faced with something far greater than ourselves,” Resch explains. Her photographs blur the line between realism and abstraction, inviting contemplation of nature’s power, its constant change, and the fragility of life on our planet. Her particular fascination with water — oceans and rivers in constant flux — serves as a metaphor for transforma-
Eternal’ on view at Songbird Capital through the end of November.
tion and the essential flow of time. Resch’s work spans fine art photography and creative portraiture. With a master’s in architecture from Princeton University and advanced photographic training under Emmet Gowin, Resch blends the material experimentation of architecture with the emotional depth of photography in her practice. Her work has been exhibited widely and is held in private collections across the U.S. and Europe. She was the exclusive campaign photographer for First Lady Michelle Obama in Princeton
in 2012 and served as the Artist in Residence for the Arts Council of Princeton and Princeton University’s Humanities Council from 2020-2021.
For more information or to view Resch’s portfolios, visit www.robinresch.net or www.robinreschstudio.com.
Nature Eternal, Songbird Capital, 14 Nassau Street, Princeton. On view through November, Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.; and by appointment. Contact robin@robinreschstudio.com.
‘Malibu Driveways,’ left, and ‘Two Ships,’ above, by photographer Robin Resch from her exhibit, ‘Nature
Friday November 1
Xian Conducts Scheherazade, New Jersey Symphony, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.njsymphony.org. Performance of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade” conducted by NJS music director Xian Zhang. The program also includes Gabriela Ortiz’s “Kauyumari” and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17. Pianist Inon Barnatan makes a guest appearance. $29 to $110. 8 p.m.
Anon(ymous), Lewis Center for the Arts Program in Theater & Music Theater, Berlind Theatre at McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. A poetic and actionpacked retelling of Homer’s The Odyssey with a modern twist that explores displacement, the search for belonging, hope and resilience, and the power of friendship, directed by Bi Jean Ngo. $20. Also November 2, 7, 8, and 9. 8 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 November 2
Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour: Residential Colleges Neighborhood, Princeton University Art Museum, Ai Weiwei’s Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads, University Place. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Join a guided walking tour of the campus collections with an Art Museum guide and discover a variety of artworks by modern and contemporary sculptors, from Sol LeWitt to Maya Lin. Also November 9 and 16. 2 p.m.
Igor Levit: No Fear, Princeton University Concerts, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street., 609-279-1999. puc.princeton.edu. Screening of the fly-on-the-wall documentary that follows Levit from the final recordings of his Beethoven piano sonata cycle and into the
beginning of Covid lockdown, when public music-making stopped and Levit gave a series of concerts from his apartment in Berlin. The film offers a fascinating look at the day-to-day life of a world-class artist: going from concert to studio to sleep, all the while feeding the social media beast, which will eventually turn into an important medium for Levit during Covid lockdown. Register. $14. 1 p.m.
El Dia de los Muertos, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Free, family-friendly outdoor festival to learn about this culturally rich holiday. 1 to 4 p.m.
Day of Science, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. In this family-oriented, bilingual program, explore science with Princeton University Spanish- and English-speaking researchers and engineers. 1 to 3 p.m.
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.
Princeton Football, Powers Field at Princeton Stadium, Princeton University. www.goprincetontigers.com. Cornell. $12 to $15. 1 p.m.
SuNday November 3
Igor Levit: Pianist and Advocate for Change, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. In a conversation with award-winning journalist Deborah Amos permeated by live performance, Levit speaks about his experience performing amidst antisemitic death threats and his commitment to using his platform to address on social issues, including climate change and fascism. Part of the Healing With Music series. Register. $25. 3 p.m.
Celebrate America!, Westminster Community Orchestra, Hillman Hall, Westminster Campus, 101 Walnut Lane, 609-921-7104. Ruch Ochs conducts works by Telemann, Gershwin, Joplin, and others. Suggested admission $10 cash at the door. 3 p.m.
Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Nassau Hall, Princeton University. artmuseum. princeton.edu. Join a guided walking tour of the campus collections with an Art Museum docent and discover a variety of artworks by modern and contemporary sculptors. Rain or shine; stairfree. Also November 10 and 17. 2 p.m.
Book Brunch: Alison Pugh with Shamus Khan, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author discusses her book “The Last Human Job” with Princeton faculty member Shamus Khan at this book brunch event. Pastries and coffee/tea will be served. 11 a.m. to noon.
US1 Worksheets Launch, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. A gathering to mark the publication of the 69th volume of “US 1 Worksheets,” the journal of DVP/US 1 Poets Collective. 2 to 4 p.m.
Blue Notes, Princeton Festival, Present Day Club, 72 Stockton Street. www.princetonsymphony.org. The Princeton Festival Guild Fall Fundraiser features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, socializing, a special performance, and a sneak peek of the 2025 Princeton Festival. Performance to feature Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” and more with Joshua Mhoon, piano, and Dalila Lugo, soprano. Register. $125 and up. 4 p.m.
Princeton History Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetonhistory.org. Walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall,
University Chapel and Palmer Square. $15. Register. Also November 10 and 17. 2 to 4 p.m. Polenta Festa, Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street. www.dorotheashouse.org. Annual homage to the humble cornmeal dish beloved in Italy. Bring a polenta dish to share, whether with cheese, meat, lentils or wherever your imagination takes you. Please bring your offering piping hot since oven space is limited, and come ready to try the many variations of polenta dishes possible. Free. 5 to 7 p.m.
Cultural Institutions in Changing Times: Collections Face Challenges, Friends of Princeton University Library, McCosh Hall 50, Princeton University. libcal.princeton.edu/ event/13275046. Featuring Katherine E. Fleming, President and CEO, J. Paul Getty Trust. Register. 5 p.m.
moNday November 4
ART OF Architecture, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Screening of a selection of short films related to the art and power of architecture, followed by a talk and Q&A with renowned architect Darguin Fortuna. Register. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
tueSday November 5
Fantasia, Princeton Pianists Ensemble, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. tickets.princeton.edu. One-of-a-kind musical event featuring up to ten pianists playing on five pianos, all on one stage. Works from composers like Gershwin and Tchaikovsky, plus nostalgic melodies from The Sound of Music, Harry Potter, and more. $18. 8 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. See EVENTS, Page 12
WedNeSday November 6
Fall Concert, Princeton University Wind Ensemble, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. Works by Bernstein, Giroux, Grainger, Sousa, and more. $15. 8 p.m.
Film Screening: The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994), Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Screened in conjunction with the exhibition Under a Southern Star: Identity and Environment in Australian Photography, on view at Art on Hulfish. Introduced by Art Museum Director James Steward. Free. Register. 7 p.m.
“Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home” Discussion Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. Poets Enriqueta Carrington and Carlos Hernández Peña host four discussions based on the “Places We Call Home” Project Reader, highlighting themes and traditions informing Latino poetry. Hybrid event. Register. Also November 20. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Cadwalader Lecture Series, Princeton Battlefield Society, Nassau Club, 6 Mercer Street. www.pbs1777.org. Richard Brookhiser speaks on his new book “Glorious Lessons: John Trumbull, Painter of the American Revolution.” Beer, wine, and light hors d’oeuvres served. Register. $50. Books available for $25. 6 p.m.
passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Illustrators, animators, writers, and generalists are all welcome to join and discuss their art and career goals, share learning resources, promote current projects, or find friends and collaborators. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m.
thurSday November 7
cussion and Q&A. Part of the Mayors Wellness Campaign. 7 to 9 p.m.
All Access Book Discussion Group, Princeton Public Library, Firestone Library, One Washington Road, Princeton University. www. princetonlibrary.org. Discuss “A Disappearance in Fiji” by Nilima Rao, then examine items from Princeton University Library’s Special Collections tied to themes from the book. Register. 6 p.m.
Juniper Difference
Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance. $15. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
LLL Presents: Maureen Sun & Jennifer Chang, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. In Sun’s novel “Sisters K,” after years of estrangement, Minah, Sarah, and Esther have been forced together again. Called to their father’s deathbed, the sisters must confront a man little changed by the fact of his mortality. The poems in Chang’s “An Authentic Life” offer a bold examination of a world deeply influenced by war and patriarchy. 6 p.m.
Stewardship Session, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/getinvolved. Volunteers work under the guidance of the FOPOS stewardship staff to perform riparian and forest restoration, invasive species removal, and plant native species, focused on timely fall cleanup and planting efforts. Register. BYO water and work gloves. Also November 20. 1 to 3 p.m.
Benjamin Grosvenor, Piano, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Works by Brahms, Schumann, and Mussorgsky. $30 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Cream Tea Service with The Secret Tea Room, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Enjoy your choice of tea or infusion accompanied by freshly baked scones, tea sandwiches, dessert, and a sparkling drink with views of the 200-year-old mansion’s historic gardens. Register. $50 includes optional tour. Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Drawing Light from the Collections | Drawing Light with Pastels, Princeton University Art Museum & Arts Council of Princeton. artmuseum.princeton.edu. This live art-making class is inspired by Hyde Solomon’s painting “Sky and Mountain” (1973). In this session, we will create light with abstract shapes of color. Via Zoom. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
Juniper’s H’art and Soul of Dining signature program is about more than great food –it is a joyous social experience that nourishes our bodies and spirits.
Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Princeton Comic Makers presents: JERSEY ART MEETUPS (JAM), a weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared
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Film and Panel Discussion: “Love in the Time of Fentanyl”, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. A screening of the documentary “Love in the Time of Fentanyl” is followed by panel dis-
Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonfarmersmarket.com. Vendors including local organic produce, pasture raised meat and eggs, farmstead cheeses, fresh baked goods, empanadas, all-natural dog and cat treats, homemade jam, old-world style pickles, fresh flowers, handcrafted jewelry, knife sharpening, and more. Weekly on Thursdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Meet the Eating for Your Health Team, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Meet representatives from Eating for Your Health and learn
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Five Advantages to Moving During the Holidays
Moving to a senior living community over the holiday season may seem like a difficult decision. However, there are many benefits of a holiday transition!
1 ) Reduced Stress: The holidays can be a hectic time for everyone, but for older adults and their families, the pressure to host, prepare, and maintain can be overwhelming. Senior living communities alleviate this stress by providing staff to handle meals, housekeeping, and other daily tasks, allowing everyone to focus on enjoying the season.
2) Enhanced Connection with Others: During the holidays, loneliness can be a significant issue for older adults, especially those living alone. Senior living communities offer opportunities for socialization and sharing with others, which helps to foster purpose and belonging.
how they inspire, educate and empower individuals to embrace nourishing foods and nutritious choices. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
ART OF Thriving in a Toxic World, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Melissa Hall Klepacki guides participants through simple yet powerful swaps you can make in your daily life to reduce your exposure to harmful ingredients. Register. $30. 6 to 7 p.m.
Tour & Info, Princeton Learning Cooperative, 16 All Saints Road, 609-851-2522. www. princetonlearningcooperative.org. Find out how self-directed learning can help teens create the education they want now, while building a path towards college, career, entrepreneurship, vocation, travel and more. Register via EventBrite. 2 to 3 p.m.
Creating Your Own Education: Stories from Self-Directed Learners, Princeton Learning Cooperative. www.princetonlearn-
3) Safety and Wellbeing: The holiday season can pose safety risks, such as falls due to slippery surfaces or poor weather conditions. Senior living communities provide a safe and secure environment with staff readily available to assist with daily activities and emergencies.
4) Peace of Mind for Family: For family caregivers, the holidays can add extra strain to already demanding schedules. Senior living communities provide peace of mind by ensuring that their loved ones have access to the services they need around the clock.
5) Access to Holiday Festivities and Events: Communities like Juniper organize an array of special holiday events, including festive meals, entertainment, and group outings. These programs provide opportunities to meet new people and celebrate the season in a joyful atmosphere.
Juniper Village at Hamilton, 1750 Yardville-Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton Square. 609-421-0300. junipercommunities.com.
ingcooperative.org. Hear directly from teens and young adults who left conventional schooling behind. They’ll share why school didn’t work and how they’re creating meaningful lives for themselves. When teenagers have the support of caring, knowledgeable mentors and the flexibility to manage their own education, many new paths to success open up to them. Q&A will follow. Via Zoom. Register. Free. 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Friday November 8
Princeton Sketchbook Club: Opening Celebration, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton. org. Hundreds of books have been distributed here in Princeton and around the country, with sketchers representing a total of 14 states. Participants received a blank sketchbook to be filled with whatever they desired, exploring new mediums and incorporating into their lives a regular art-making habit. 5 to 7 p.m.
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Traditional Medicine in the Afro-Colombian Region of El Chocó, Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship, Upper Hyphen, East Pyne, Princeton University. proces. princeton.edu. Opening reception to welcome Colombian photojournalist, Jeison Riascos (a.k.a. “El Murcy”). On view through spring 2025. 5 to 6:30 p.m.
1774 Tavern Concert and Dance, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www. morven.org. Evening of eighteenth century music and dance arranged by The Practitioners of Musick reimagines an actual concert and dance that took place in Princeton on August 22, 1774, at the “Sign of the College” tavern. Light refreshements served prior to performance. Register. Fun hats and outfits encouraged. $45. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Princeton Football, Powers Field at Princeton Stadium, Princeton University. www.goprincetontigers.com. Dartmouth. $12 to $15. 6 p.m.
Saturday November 9
Family Matinee: “E. T. the Extra-Terrestrial”, Garden Theatre & Princeton Public Library, 160 Nassau Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Steven Spielberg’s smash hit from 1982 tells the story of Elliott, a boy who helps an extraterrestrial left behind on Earth find his way home. PG. 1 hour, 55 minutes. 10 a.m.
SuNday November 10
The Creation, Princeton Pro Musica, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www. princetonpromusica.org. Elisse Albian, soprano; Brian Giebler, tenor; and Edmund Milly, bassbaritone perform Joseph Haydn’s work. Preconcert talk at 3 p.m. $12 to $81. 4 p.m.
Performance: OnStage Seniors, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. OnStage Seniors presents ‘documentary theater’ on the theme of “Give and Take.” The performance includes a talkback, encouraging participants to find common ground through stories told on stage. 3 to 4 p.m. Princeton Half Marathon, Paul Robeson Place. www.princetonhalfmarathon.com. Proceeds benefit HiTops. $100. Register. 7 a.m.
moNday November 11
Veterans’ Day. Bank and postal holiday.
tueSday November 12
Author: Natalie Foster, Princeton Public Library, Robertson Hall - Bowl 002, Princeton University. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author discusses her book, “The Guarantee Inside the Fight for America’s Next Economy” as part of a panel presentation on New Jersey and the American economy. Register. 4:30 to 6 p.m.
The C.K. Williams Reading Series Presents: Torrey Peters & Student Readers, Labyrinth
Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. Writer Torrey Peters, author of the bestselling novel “Detransition, Baby,” reads from her work along with several creative writing seniors. 6 p.m.
Atelier@Large: Conversations on Artmaking in a Vexed Era, Lewis Center for the Arts’ Princeton Atelier, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. arts.princeton.edu. In a series of conversations that bring guest artists to campus to discuss what they face in making art in the modern world, Pulitzer Prizewinning poet Paul Muldoon, director of the Princeton Atelier, moderates a discussion with Jennifer Finney Boylan, author of eighteen books (She’s Not There, Stuck In the Middle With You: A Memoir of Parenting in Three Genders), a human rights advocate, and the inaugural Anna Quindlen Writer in Residence and Professor of English at Barnard College; Meredith Monk, composer, singer, director/choreographer, and creator of new opera, music-theater works, films and installations (Ellis Island, Dolmen Music, Atlas, Indra’s Net); and Maria Stepanova, Russian poet, novelist, essayist, and journalist (In Memory of Memory) with poet and translator Sasha Dugdale. 4:30 p.m.
WedNeSday November 13
Ivalas Quartet, Princeton Festival, Wolfensohn Hall, Institute for Advanced Study, Einstein Drive. www.princetonsymphony.org. Quartet performs Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s String Quartet No. 14 in G major, K. 387; Eleanor Alberga’s String Quartet No. 2; and Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 16 in F major, Op. 135. Free; ticket required. 7 p.m.
Belcea String Quartet & Ébène String Quartet, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Two of today’s finest string quartets become even more than the sum of their parts in octets by Felix Mendelssohn and George Enescu. $30 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Anne Anlin Cheng and Richard Preston, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Through personal stories woven with a keen eye and an open heart, Cheng’s “Ordinary Disasters: How I Stopped Being a Model Minority” summons up the grief, love, anger, and humor in negotiating the realities of being a scholar, an immigrant Asian American woman, a cancer patient, a wife of a white man, and a mother of biracial children, all in the midst of the (extra)ordinary stresses of recent years. In conversation with Richard Preston, the bestselling author of 10 books. 6 p.m.
Truchard Wine Dinner, The Perch, Peacock Inn, 20 Bayard Lane, 609-924-1707. bit.ly/TruchardWineDinner. Tickets are $150 per person and include a reception, and a five-course dinner with wine pairings. Reservations required. 6 p.m.
Saladin Ambar: “What is Political Leadership?”, Princeton Public Library, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.
princetonlibrary.org. Saladin Ambar of Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers the fifth and final lecture in the “So You Think You Know Civics?” series. In-person at Morven and on Zoom. Register. 4:30 to 6 p.m.
thurSday November 14
Drawing Light from the Collections | Pastels: Exploring Color Values, Princeton University Art Museum & Arts Council of Princeton. artmuseum.princeton.edu. This live art-making class is inspired by John Frederick Kensett’s painting “Sunset, Camel’s Hump, Vermont” (ca. 1850). In this session, we will explore color values as we draw a sunset. Via Zoom. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
LLL Presents: Ken Krimstein and Gil Roth, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www. labyrinthbooks.com. “Einstein in Kafkaland: How Albert Fell Down the Rabbit Hole and Came Up with the Universe,” a graphic narrative by award-winning New Yorker cartoonist Krimstein revealing the pivotal year in Prague when Einstein became “Einstein,” Franz Kafka became “Kafka,” and the world changed forever. 6 p.m.
Cocktails for a Cause, Dress for Success Central New Jersey, TPC Jasna Polana, 4519 Province Line Road. cocktails4acause2024. eventbrite.com. Cocktail hour, buffet dinner, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, honoree awards, and presentations by clients and guest speaker Tasha Youngblood Brown, founeder of The Brown Bag Collective LLC. $200 and up. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Elson Artist Talk: Tuan Andrew Nguyen, Princeton University Art Museum, Robertson Hall 016, Princeton University. artmuseum. princeton.edu. Nguyen works across media to represent gripping stories about intergenerational experiences of the Vietnam War. Join the artist for a discussion about how he deploys the expansive capacity of his art to transform the destructive forces of war into visionary opportunities for healing and renewal. Reception to follow. Register. 5:30 p.m.
Beyond Balance: Living the Priorities of God, Family, Work, Cornerstone Speaker Series, Mackey Hall, Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer Street. John Bailie debunks the myth of work-life balance and discusses the role of establishing a hierarchy of responsibilities in achieving professional success and lasting happiness. Q&A and discussion moderated by April Readlinger, Executive Director of CanaVox, follows. Free. RSVP to gregoryjsull@aol.com by November 11. 7 p.m.
Friday November 15
Mustard’s Retreat, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk.org. The long-performing folk duo of David Tamulevich and Libby Glover describes their music as “defiantly hopeful.” $25. Livestream available. 8 p.m.
258-2787. www.triangleshow.com. Welcome to America’s Most Wanted, the biggest pageant event in all 50 states! The lights are blinding, the competition is cutthroat, and the interview questions must be answered in twenty seconds or less. Dreams, schemes, and ripped seams are all exposed under a merciless spotlight in this new musical comedy about a series of sash decisions. $33 to $258. Also November 16 and 17. 8 p.m.
Saturday November 16
Gallery Opening: The Super Hero’s Journey & Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Opening reception for exhibits by Patrick McDonnell, creator of the worldwide syndicated comic strip, MUTTS; New York Times best selling and Caldecott Honor winning children’s book author. Exhibit on view through December 7. 3 to 5 p.m.
Storytelling with Grateful Hearts, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The Princeton Storytelling Circle presents stories with the theme “With Grateful Hearts.” 2 to 3 p.m.
Author: Tracey Gates, Princeton Public Library, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author discusses her book “The Power of a Few Kind Words,” an account of the year she spent writing a letter of appreciation to a different person each day. Register. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
SuNday November 17
Author: Sarah Gronningsater, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. Sarah Gronningsater, in conversation with Jane Manners, presents her book “The Rising Generation: Gradual Abolition, Black Legal Culture, and the Making of National Freedom.” Registration requested. 3 to 4 p.m.
ART OF Mottahedeh: Legendary Fine China, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Join Wendy Kvalheim, President and design director of Mottahedeh & Company and author of Splendid Settings: 100 years of Mottahedeh Design for an exploration of the history and evolution of porcelain, its significance in gatherings, and its impact on table settings through the ages. Enjoy high tea on Mottahedeh porcelain while admiring stunning Chinese, European, and American porcelain images. Register. $45. 3 to 4:30 p.m.
moNday November 18
Monthly Meeting, Women’s College Club of Princeton, Stockton Education Center, Morven Museum, 55 Stockton Street. www.wccpnj. org. Current challenges in education such as censorship, representation, and access to quality information presented by Ewa Dziedzic. She also talks about librarians and their preparedness to improve personal and professional growth through thriving library programs. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.
WedNeSday November 20
Live Music Meditation: Isidore String Quartet, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Meditation instruction provided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life, as the quartet plays. Free. 12:30 p.m.
Performances Up Close: Isidore String Quartet, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts.princeton.edu. Program featuring a recent string quartet by Billy Childs; Henri Dutilleux’s Ainsi la nuit (“Thus the Night”); and W.A. Mozart’s forward-thinking “Dissonance” quartet. Audience is seated on stage alongside the musicians. $40. 6 and 9 p.m.
thurSday November 21
Drawing Light from the Collections | Pastels: Warm and Cool Colors, Princeton University Art Museum & Arts Council of Princeton. artmuseum.princeton.edu. This live art-making class is inspired by Charles Herbert Moore’s watercolor “Snow Squall” (1865–66). Use warm and cool colors to create a snow scene. Via Zoom. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Evening of community-created storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Performers should bring their own work of their choice for open theme night. Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.
Open Archive: Tavern Tales, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. The Historical Society of Princeton shares artifacts from the Hudibras Tavern at this drop-in program. Explore the integral role of taverns, like Henry Greenland’s 1683 tavern, in town life. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Faculty Panel: Helène Aylon: Undercurrent, Princeton University Art Museum, Art on Hulfish, 11 Hulfish Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Join guest curator Rachel Federman; Katherine Bussard, curator of photography; Esther Schor, professor of English; and Stacy Wolf, professor of theater, for a discussion of the exhibition “Helène Aylon: Undercurrent.” Speakers consider various aspects of Aylon’s 50-year career as a feminist artist and ecological activist, including her approach to making art, her Jewish upbringing, reconciliation, and liberation. Reception to follow. Also available via Zoom. 5:30 p.m.
Friday November 22
Lucinda Williams, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter. org. Career-spanning show that brings Lucinda Williams’ recently published memoirs, “Don’t Tell Anybody The Secrets,” to life featuring rare short films, personal photos, and other visual elements along with a full band. $33 to $88. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday November 23
Cafe Improv, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Local music, poetry, comedy. $2. 7 to 10 p.m.
Gallery Opening and Performance: Matheny’s Art Access, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. The Matheny Arts Access Program empowers artists with disabilities to create art without limits. Reception followed by a 45-minute performance of poetry readings and dances written and choreographed by the Arts Access artists. Free. Exhibit on view through December 7. 1 to 3 p.m.
English Country Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Lesson followed by dance. $15. 7 to 10:30 p.m.
Princeton Football, Powers Field at Princeton Stadium, Princeton University. www.goprincetontigers.com. Penn. $12 to $15. 1 p.m.
SuNday November 24
Richardson Chamber Players, Princeton University Concerts, Wolfensohn Hall, Institute for Advanced Study. concerts.princeton. edu. Program of songs with and without words written by female composers on both sides of the Atlantic. $15. 3 p.m.
Not Fine at School? Let’s Talk About School Avoidance, Princeton Learning Cooperative www.princetonlearningcooperative.org. Naomi Fisher, clinical psychologist and author, discusses school avoidance and what she has experienced in her work with children as a clinical psychologist and parent. Q&A will follow. Via Zoom. Register. Free; donation requested. 2 to 3:15 p.m.
tueSday November 26
Marinette (2023), Alliance Francaise of Princeton, Betts Auditorium, School of Architecture, Princeton University. www.allianceprinceton.com. Free screening of “Marinette” (2023) by French director Virginie Verrier, who will be in attendance for a Q&A afterward. In French and English with English subtitles. Free; registration required. 7 p.m.
thurSday November 28
Thanksgiving. Bank and postal holiday.
Trinity Turkey Trot, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street. www.trinityturkeytrot.org. 5K race. Proceeds benefit Arm in Arm, Housing Initiatives of Princeton, Capital Harmony Works, HomeFront, and Urban Promise. Advance registration only. $40. 8:30 a.m.
Friday November 29
The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. This holiday favorite tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. For ages 5 and up. $35 to $65. Also November 30, 1 and 6 p.m. 2 and 7 p.m.
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