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Library seeks entries for Environmental Film Festival
Submissions are being accepted through January 15, 2026, for the 2026 Princeton Environmental Film Festival, a signature Princeton Public Library event featuring films and filmmaker presentations which explore sustainability and environmental issues.
The festival will be held March 27 through April 3, and films will be screened in person and also available to stream online. An entry form and additional information about the festival are available at princetonlibrary.org/peff. There is no fee to submit a film for consideration.
The Princeton Environmental Film Festival is under the direction of Kim Dorman whose focus is to present films
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Princeton invites residents to adopt a storm drain
Join a community of Princeton volunteers helping to protect waterways and reduce local flooding by keeping storm drains clear of garbage, leaves, and debris. By adopting a drain, you will help remove leaves, grass, and litter from the drain and the surrounding 10 feet on either side. To get started, find your drain on the map available at www.princetonnj.gov/1694/ Adopt-a-Drain and complete the registration form.
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Fall home and garden tours to inspire a sustainability mindset
The month of September offers two opportunities for lovers of all things green to explore the best Princeton has to offer in homes and gardens.
First up is the Princeton Garden Tour, presented by Morven Museum & Garden and the Historical Society of Princeton, on Saturday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This self-guided tour offers a chance to wander through stunning historic and contemporary landscapes that are typically hidden from public view, all while supporting two cultural institutions.
The tour begins at the Historical Society of Princeton with morning refreshments and ends at Morven with a cocktail hour featuring a sustainable gardening discussion and a showcase of historical prints from the Philadelphia Print Shop.
In between, attendees can visit a curated selection of private gardens. This year’s tour includes a special bonus visit to Drumthwacket, the official residence of New Jersey’s governors.
Other gardens on the tour include:
The Bouwerie was named by the Dutch Updyke family, who built it sometime in the mid-18th century. The formal garden is a knot garden, designed as a modern take on a classic English estate layout, using low Chinese miniature hedges to form clean, geometric patterns with diagonal walking paths.
The rain garden at Johnson Park Elementary School serves as both a living classroom and an example of eco-friendly gardening in action.
Library Place Garden, surrounding a 1905 Tudor Revival, includes a shade garden beneath an old beech, and a walled English garden lies tucked behind. From the sidewalk, a reclaimed-stone path draws visitors past iris, helleborus, rhododendron, chrysanthemum, holly, and native wildflowers. In back, an ivy-draped wall secludes a formal rose garden with more than 50 rose varieties.
Maybury Hill, a National Historic Landmark on Snowden Lane built in 1725, has a tranquil and historic garden with mature trees, heritage plantings, and a gently sloping lawn.
Morven Place Garden is a symmetrical English-style garden, framed by formal boxwoods and stately trees.
Prospect Avenue Garden is a sustainable, pesticide-free garden featuring densely planted beds of shrubs and perennials chosen for year-round interest. A compost system and leaf mulch nourish the soil naturally, and the garden attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Rosedale House, built in 1912 by Daisy and Barker Gummere, was originally part of a 57-acre estate. The current gardens span 6.5 acres including English-style beds, meadows, and an arboretum, with
original elements like the 1912 pergola and fountain still intact.
The Woodrow Wilson House gardens were originally designed by Princeton landscape architect Holly Nelson in 2008 and were refreshed in 2023 with Nelson’s guidance.
Tickets are $100 for the full day, or $75 to include either the morning refreshments or evening cocktail hour. For more information or to register, visit www.morven.org/campaign/gardentour
The Princeton Green House Tour, a collaboration between Sustainable Princeton and the Princeton Environmental Commission, takes place Saturday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A video screening and panel discussion featuring the houses on the tour precedes the event on Thursday, September 25, at 7 p.m. at Princeton Public Library.
The tours are open to ages 18 and up. Options include five homes, two accessory dwelling units, and four sustainable gardens. Each offers a chance to see how neighbors create healthier and more energy-efficient homes and environments with green building practices, such as solar panels with energy storage, rain gardens, superior insulation, and more. All tour sites are located in Princeton; addresses will be given to registered participants. Most are within a 5-10 minute walk of one another.
The homes on the tour include “SustainAbeLeigh,” a all-electric renovation done mindful of the home’s historic roots to include an air-source heat pump, solar panels, induction cooktop, sustainable building materials, and a rain garden.
Hillier house is a modern, fully electrified home featuring a green roof for energy efficiency and ecological impact.
“Radically radiAnt” is a high-performance retrofit featuring radiant floor heating and cooling with ground source energy and passive solar design.
“Mrs. Brown’s lucky oyster bar” is an energy-efficient renovation using sustainable materials and advanced mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency.
“Cool on Cuyler” is an all-electric
home that blends reclaimed materials and passive house-level airtightness.
The two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) open for tours are:
“Little Blue,” a fully electric ADU that integrates solar, composting, and rainwater features in a small footprint; and “Adorable Dempsy unit,” a compact cottage offering efficient systems and garden connectivity for aging in place.
The four gardens include:
“Green Garden, Green Roof,” a multifunctional garden space combining stormwater management, habitat support, and edible planting and green roof.
“Pollinator Paradise,” a compact garden that nurtures native species and pollinators while producing food.
“Live Streaming Yard” is a yard designed with stormwater management and native plants in mind. The owner, a local naturalist, writes a blog and helped create the Botanical Art Garden (Barden) at Herrontown Woods, with 160 native plant species.
“King of Compost’s Garden,” a garden focused on closing the loop with composting and water management.
For more information or to register for tours visit www.princetongreenhousetour.com
The Bouwerie, a garden built by the Updyke family in the mid-18th century, is one of the stops on the Princeton Garden Tour on Saturday, September 13.
Curtains up on a fall season full of culture
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McCarter Theater
91 University Place, Princeton. 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org.
The theater’s drama season starts with the world premiere of “I & You: The Musical,” adapted from Lauren Gunderson’s acclaimed play, with a new score by Ari Afsar. McCarter artistic director Sarah Rasmussen directs. In the show, 17-year-olds Caroline — stuck at home with an illness — and Anthony — an earnest overachiever toting Walt Whitman and waffle fries — are classmates pulling an unexpected all-nighter. What starts as a reluctant assignment soon sets both of their worlds spinning into a soul-searching exploration of fate, friendship, and the fragile wonder of being alive. September 13 through October 12.
David Sedaris, the beloved humorist and bestselling author, returns for an evening of razor-sharp wit, incisive observations, and unforgettable storytelling. Friday, October 3, 7:30 p.m.
Andy Borowitz: An Evening of San-
ity is an evening of sharp comedy, candid conversation, and audience Q&A with the celebrated satirist and creator of The Borowitz Report. Friday, October 24, 7:30 p.m.
“300 Paintings,” created and performed by Sam Kissajukian, comes from off-Broadway to McCarter for a one-week run. In 2021, Sydney comedian Sam Kissajukian quit standup, rented an abandoned cake factory, and spent six months in a manic whirlwind, creating 300 largescale paintings, unknowingly documenting his mental state through the process.
In this hilarious, fascinating, and wildly original show, Kissajukian brings audiences on a rollercoaster ride that explores the ties between art, mental health, and creativity. Stay after the show to meet Kissajukian and view his paintings in a curated lobby exhibition. October 29 through November 2.
Seuls en Scène French Theater Festival
Lewis Center for the Arts, L’Avant Scène, and Department of French and Italian, Princeton University. arts.princeton.edu/
frenchtheater.
The 14th edition of the annual festival features renowned and emerging French writers, actors, and directors in six productions of contemporary works recently presented on stages in France and related conversations, most performed in French, some with English supertitles organized by Florent Masse, Professor of the Practice in the Department of French and Italian and presented in collaboration with the 53rd Edition of Festival d’Automne in Paris and Festival d’Avignon.
Performances are free, but tickets are required. September 12 through 21.
Classical Music McCarter Theater
91 University Place, Princeton. 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org.
MacArthur Fellow and Grammy-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, and composer Chris Thile offers a genrespanning solo program featuring selections from recordings of Bach’s Sonatas
Sam Kissajukian’s ‘300 Paintings’ comes to McCarter Theater from October 29 through November 2.
and Partitas, along with folk, classical, and improvisational works. Saturday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m.
Kyung Wha Chung, violin, with Kevin Kenner, piano, perform a program expected to include Debussy’s Sonata for Violin and Piano in G minor, L. 140; Schubert’s Fantasie in C Major for Violin and Piano, D. 934; Schoenberg’s Phantasy for Violin and Piano, Op. 47; and Franck’s
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Violin Sonata in A Major. Wednesday, November 5, 7:30 p.m.
Early Works, performed by the Philip Glass Ensemble, revisits the roots of Glass’ signature style with selections from Einstein on the Beach, Glassworks, and other seminal pieces. Saturday, November 22, 7:30 p.m.
The eight-concert Concert Classics Series has its first two events of the season this fall, starting with the Belcea String Quartet performing Mozart String Quartet No. 19 in C Major, K. 465 “Dissonance”; Brett Dean New String Quartet (composed for the Belcea Quartet); and Beethoven String Quartet No. 16 in F Major, Op. 135. Thursday, October 23, 7:30 p.m.
Next, pianist Paul Lewis performs Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 5 in C Minor and Schubert’s Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-flat Major as well as a new commission by Thomas Larcher. Thursday, November 6, 7:30 p.m.
The five-concert Performances Up Close series, in which audiences sit on stage for one-hour intimate and immersive performances, launches with the Takacs String Quartet and Jordan Bak on viola performing an all-Mozart program. Thursday, September 25, 6 and 9 p.m.
Cellist Abel Selaocoe is next, making his PUC debut with works by Bach, Michel van der Aa and Ben Nobuto, and more. Tuesday, September 30, 6 and 9 p.m.
The series continues with another PUC debut, Ruckus Early Music Band with Emi Ferguson on flute presenting “Fly the Coop,” a joyous, kaleidoscopic romp through some of J.S. Bach’s most playful and transcendent works, including his flute sonatas and keyboard works. Thursday, November 13, 6 and 9 p.m.
Theo Ould marks another PUC debut, playing works by Bach, Piazzolla, Bartók, Villa-Lobos, Rameau, and others on accordion. Wednesday, December 10, 6 and 9 p.m.
The Music and Healing Series offers two events this fall that explore the intersection of music, healing, and human experience through conversation and performance with multifaceted artists. This season, the series explores how music
helps us navigate endings — shaping artistic memory, offering solace in times of loss, and sustaining cultural heritage.
Choreographer Mark Morris presents “The Dance Lives On: Contemplating Artistic Legacy,” a conversation with Morris, permeated by selections of his choreography. Wednesday, October 8, 7:30 p.m.
Director Peter Sellars offers “Mourning through Music,” a conversation permeated by live performance. Wednesday, December 3, 7:30 p.m.
Additionally, the Richardson Chamber Players, an ensemble of Princeton faculty, guest artists, and students formed in 1994–95 on the occasion of PUC’s 100th anniversary, offers its first of two concerts this season with a program to be announced. Sunday, November 2, 3 p.m.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra
Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonsymphony.org. 609497-0020. Concerts are Saturdays, 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, 4 p.m.
The season opener features the return of violinist Aubree Oliverson, who wowed
with the Princeton Symphony
on October 25 and 26.
audiences in 2024 with dynamic performances of Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. This season, she plays Antonín Dvořák’s Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53. The program includes Bulgarian composer Dobrinka Tabakova’s Orpheus’ Comet, drawing sound inspiration from bees, and 20th-century composer Arnold Schoenberg’s orchestration of Johannes Brahms’ stately Piano Quartet in G Minor. Saturday and Sunday, October 25 and 26.
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Aubree Oliverson performs
Orchestra
Advanced Non-Invasive Liver Tumor Treatment Arrives at Capital Health Cancer Center
Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell is the first and only hospital in the Mercer and Bucks County region to offer histotripsy, a non-invasive treatment option for liver tumors, following the arrival of the Edison System this summer. Dr. Cataldo Doria, a hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeon and medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center, Dr. Ajay Choudhri, an interventional radiologist and chairman of the Radiology Department at Capital Health, and Dr. Nikhil Thaker, medical director of Radiation Oncology lead the team at the Cancer Center’s Liver Center of Excellence that performs histotripsy.
This groundbreaking procedure uses advanced imaging and ultrasound energy to destroy targeted tumors in a single outpatient procedure with no cutting or probing.
Histotripsy is a treatment option for patients who are not candidates for surgery or may have previously been told their tumors are inoperable. Typical candidates have primary or secondary liver tumors or symptomatic benign liver growths.
Dr. Doria and his team use the histotripsy devices (an ultrasound machine connected to a mobile robotic arm) to deliver precisely targeted treatment. Ultrasound pulses create microbubbles at a focal point, which break down and dissolve the diseased liver tumor tissue without piercing the skin. Most tumors can be eliminated within a single treatment session.
Histotripsy is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of liver tumors, and compatible with other forms of treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery. It can also be used to treat metastatic cancer that has
spread to the liver. Doctors and researchers have studied it for more than 20 years (including clinical trials), and there are ongoing studies surrounding the use of histotripsy for treating tumors in the pancreas, brain, prostate, kidney and other areas. As FDA approvals are granted, the team at Capital Health Cancer Center plans to expand their histotripsy program to these new sites.
Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, is home to the Liver Center of Excellence as well as other centers of excellence specializing in breast care, lung health, neuro-oncology, pancreatic health, and roboticassisted surgery.
To learn more about histotripsy, visit capitalhealthcancer.org/histotripsy or call 609.537.6000 to schedule a consultation.
Local Students Awarded Full Scholarships to Rider University Through Capital Health Benefits Program
Capital Health has announced four 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 and include Sunny Carpinello (accounting), Alannah Eidell (elementary education), Mariah Sabat (elementary education), and Ellie Campbell (Dance). Capital Health’s partnership with Rider launched in October 2020.
“On behalf of Capital Health, I’m thrilled to recognize the 2025 winners of our full-tuition scholarships to Rider University,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “This scholarship program is just one of the many education related benefits and opportunities we offer employees and their families. 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 our continued best wishes for success in this important step in their education journey.”
Sunny Carpinello of Hamilton, New Jersey is a graduate of Nottingham High School – North. The daughter of Anthony Carpinello and Cristie Carpinello, registered nurse at Capital Health Occupational Health Center, Sunny will study accounting at Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business Administration.
Alannah Eidell of Lakehurst, New Jersey is a graduate of Manchester Township High School and is the daughter of Karen Giberson, health information management physician coder at Capital Health Medical Group. Alannah will study elementary education in Rider’s College of Education and Human Services.
Mariah Sabat of Hillsborough, New Jersey is an incoming sophomore at Rider and daughter of Kelly Rosa, ultrasonographer in Maternal Fetal Medicine at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell. A graduate of Hillsborough High School, Mariah is going to study elementary education with multidisciplinary studies at Rider’s College of Education and Human Services.
Ellie Campbell of Hamilton, New Jersey is a graduate of Hamilton High School – West. Daughter of Tammy Campbell and Glen Campbell, facility director at Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Ellie plans to major in dance performance at Rider’s College of Arts and Sciences.
(left to right) Mariah Sabat, Ellie Campbell, Capital Health President and CEO Al Maghazehe, Rider University President John Loyack, Alannah Eidell, Sunny Carpinello.
Recipients of Capital Health’s full-tuition scholarship to Rider University must be new full-time undergraduate, first-time freshman, current undergraduate students, or undergraduate transfer students. Scholarships are awarded for four consecutive years or until the completion of the academic program. Students must be full-time students, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and must be considered a student in good standing by Rider University at all times during their enrollment. To be eligible for the scholarships, candidates or their immediate family members must be full-time, non-union employees of Capital Health for at least one year and meet additional eligibility requirements.
Capital Health’s employee education benefits program also features additional offerings, including a 50% tuition discount agreement with Rider University for non-union employees and their immediate family members (cannot be combined with fulltuition scholarships). This tuition discount program is separate from Capital Health’s tuition reimbursement program, and Capital Health employees may be eligible for both Rider’s tuition discount, and Capital Health’s tuition reimbursement. Capital Health also offers several other programs designed to offer employees, their family, and members of the community opportunities to pursue health care related education, including its own EMT Academy, surgical tech and central sterile processing training programs, and a home health care aide education program.
Movement Disorders Specialist at Capital Health Offers Cutting Edge Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) belongs to a group of conditions called motor system disorders. PD usually presents in people over the age of 50 with early symptoms that are subtle and occur gradually, varying in intensity from patient to patient as the disease progresses.
DR. ALEXANDRE MASON SHARMA, a board certified, fellowship trained movement disorders specialist at Capital Health’s Capital Institute for Neurosciences, offers the latest treatment options for PD, including subcutaneous levodopa pumps for patients in advanced stages of the disease.
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that sends messages between the brain and the body that control movement, memory, cognition, and other functions. In patients with PD, the brain cells that make dopamine are slowly dying. Lower dopamine levels cause slower movement, balance issues, tremors, and other symptoms. Levodopa, commonly the first-line medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease, helps patients maintain healthier dopamine levels and manage symptoms.
“Levodopa pills are often prescribed to patients in the earlier stages of Parkinson’s disease,” said Dr. Mason Sharma. “However, as the disease progresses, maintaining stable dopamine levels with pills can be a challenge. Wearable levodopa pumps (about
the size of a smartphone) replace pills entirely, continuously injecting medication under the skin to maintain more consistent dopamine levels throughout the day. No surgery is required, and dosages are tailored to each patient’s needs so they can experience a better quality of life.”
Dr. Mason Sharma received his medical degree at Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts. After his neurology residency at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey, Dr. Mason Sharma completed fellowship training in movement disorders at Medstar Health/Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He has published and presented research in peer-reviewed medical journals and at regional and national conferences.
The Movement Disorders Program at Capital Institute for Neurosciences offers advanced therapies that are personalized for each patient according to their specific diagnosis. In addition to drug therapy like levodopa, individualized treatment options may also include deep brain stimulation and physical, speech, and occupational therapies for complete management of movement disorders.
Dr. Mason Sharma sees patients at office locations in Lawrenceville, New Jersey and Newtown, Pennsylvania. To schedule an appointment, call 609.537.7300 or visit capitalneuro.org for more information.
Women’s Health: Menopause and Gynecological Cancers
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
DR. AMY HARVEY O’KEEFE, a board certified physician from Capital Health OB/GYN, will discuss the common symptoms of menopause and the therapies available for the management of symptoms. DR. MONA SALEH, a fellowship trained gynecologic oncologist from Capital Health Cancer Center, will review signs and symptoms of gynecologic cancers and discuss interventions that can reduce your risk.
This event will be taking place virtually using Zoom. Register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
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.
Combatting Social
Isolation as We Age
Monday, October 6, 2025
9:30 a.m. (Breakfast) | 10 a.m. (Program)
Virtual Location: Zoom Meeting
In-Person Location: Capital Health – Hamilton 1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Older adults are at higher risk for social isolation and loneliness due to changes in health and social connections that can come with aging. Join us to get tips for staying connected, growing your social networks, and improving your physical and mental health. Light breakfast served.
Stop the Bleed
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 6 – 8 p.m.
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.
The 22-year-old American pianist Maxim Lando performs Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s rarely heard Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, Op. 44. Felix Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Op. 90 “Italian” and Gioachino Rossini’s overture to L’italiana in Algeri complete the program. Saturday and Sunday, November 8 and 9.
The choir presents Bachtoberfest, welcoming back the virtuosi of New York Baroque and a roster of soloists as they join for a festive celebration of favorite Bach works, including Magnificat, Concerto for Two Violins, and more. Sunday, October 19, 4 p.m.
Jazz, Folk, Pop & World Music
McCarter Theater
91 University Place, Princeton. 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org.
Princeton native and five-time Grammy
winner Mary Chapin Carpenter and acclaimed songwriter Brandy Clark share the stage in an evening of heartfelt lyrics and storytelling. Sunday, September 28, 6 p.m.
The Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band – West Side Story Reimagined is a reimagining of Leonard Bernstein’s iconic “West Side Story” through the vibrant, pulsing lens of Latin jazz. Saturday, October 4, 7:30 p.m.
The self-described “little orchestra,” Pink Martini draws inspiration from music around the globe, performing cosmopolitan covers that blend jazz, classical, and retro pop — sung in more than 25 languages. Sunday, October 5, 7:30 p.m.
Celia Cruz - A Tribute to the Queen celebrates the legacy of the incomparable Celia Cruz with an electrifying evening of Afro-Cuban rhythm, high-energy performances, and a dynamic live band featuring Cuban vocalist Xiomara Laugart, jazz pianist and composer Axel Tosca, and special guest Tito Puente, Jr. Friday, October 10, 7:30 p.m.
Aída Cuevas, “the Queen of Mariachi,” visits for her 50th Anniversary U.S. Tour 2025. With a voice celebrated as one of the most powerful and emotive in Mexican music history, Cuevas invites you on a journey through five decades of
iconic hits, including “El Pastor,” “Quizás Mañana,” and many more, accompanied by a world-renowned mariachi ensemble. Friday, October 17, at 7:30 p.m.
Jacob Collier, described as “the colorful Mozart of Gen Z” by The New York Times, boasts a genre-bridging discography that has led to seven Grammy wins and 15 nominations. Thursday, November 6, 7:30 p.m.
The acclaimed I’m With Her trio — Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, and Sara Watkins — bring their luminous harmonies and emotionally rich folk songs to McCarter. Friday, November 7, 7:30 p.m.
Tony and Grammy winner Heather Headley made her Broadway debut in “The Lion King,” won a Tony for “Aida,” and returned in the acclaimed revival of “The Color Purple.” Friday, November 21, 7:30 p.m.
Consisting of fiddle, banjo, bass, washboard & percussion, The Ebony Hillbillies are the last African-American string band in America, bridging a gap in pop, country, bluegrass, folk, jazz, and beyond. Friday, September 19.
Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer offer superb harmonies on classic country, bluegrass to contemporary folk, backed by instrumental virtuosity (guitar, five-string banjo, ukulele, mandolin, cello-banjo, more). Friday, October 17.
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Aída Cuevas performs at McCarter Theater on October 17.
Phil Ochs Song Night with Greg Greenway, Reggie Harris, Louise Mosrie, and Pat Wictor is a celebration of the music of folk legend Phil Ochs. Friday, November 21.
Michael Gabriele/New Jersey Folk Revival Music: History & Tradition is an exploration of the evolution of New Jersey’s music from 1700s bawdy tavern songs, Pine Barrens bluegrass, and oldtime traditions, to contemporary folk. Plus, Spook Handy celebrates Pete Seeger’s legacy. Friday, December 12.
Dance
McCarter Theater
91 University Place, Princeton. 609-2582787. www.mccarter.org.
“Camille A. Brown & Dancers: I AM” is a bold new work from the Tony-nominated choreographer celebrating cultural liberation and imagination. With a fusion of dance genres from the African diaspora, Brown uses movement as a powerful tool for expression. A pre-show talk in the lobby takes place one hour before the performance. Friday, September 26, 7:30 p.m. Feel the pulse of tradition and innova-
tion collide in Step Afrika!’s The Evolution Tour — a production that fuses percussive dance with the vibrant soundscape of a live DJ. As the world’s leading authority on the art of stepping, Step Afrika! blends the rhythmic styles of historically African American fraternities and sororities with traditional African dances and contemporary movement. Saturday, October 25, 7:30 p.m.
Princeton University
Berlind Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place, Princeton. arts.princeton.edu.
The annual Princeton Dance Festival features a contemporary work by MacArthur Fellow Kyle Abraham; an iconic repertory work by the legendary Mark Morris staged by faculty member Tina Fehlandt; sought-after contemporary dancer and returning choreographer Christopher Ralph; a contemporary ballet work by Guggenheim Fellow Pam Tanowitz; a work by Omari Wiles, who merges West African dance styles with vogue and ballroom; and a contemporary work by former Princeton Arts Fellow and Guggenheim Fellow Netta Yerushalmy. Friday, November 21, 8 p.m.; Saturday, November 22, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, November 23, 2 p.m.
“Tarang…a wave of joyful emotion” explores the waves of change, emotion, and identity through the art of three female artists of Indian origin. Divvya Atrii focuses on traditional themes, using folk motifs to connect with heritage with a very contemporary style. Hetal Mistry’s ethereal landscapes using mixed media reflect her internal waves of emotion. Sejal Krishnan, an abstract artist, uses color and form to convey emotions and personal narratives. On view September 6 through October 4.
“Scenes From Home” features paintings by Ellie Wyeth. In a statement, the artist writes: “Several years ago, I conducted a study on two art genres: Symbolism and Surrealism. I created a body of work intended to portray my sense of self within my home environment.
“Using animals and birds as icons in various interiors, I began by visualizing myself in familiar domestic settings that feel private and personal. I aimed to create a safe space, using light and shadow, color, and detail.
‘Flower Meadows’ by Sejal Krishnan, an artist in the ‘Tarang’ exhibit opening September 6 at the Arts Council.
“The symbolism of the animals and birds plays a significant role in expressing my state of mind at the time. Their presence serves as both a safety net and an interpreter between my physical self and emotional experience.” On view September 6 through October 4.
The Charles Evans Scholars Exhibition is an annual celebration of the artistic achievements of exceptional Princeton High School students. On view September 6 through October 4.
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RWJUH Hamilton September Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
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Friday, Sept. 5; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 26; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 30; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet with our Registered Dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs.
THE POWER OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR DIABETES
Monday, Sept. 8; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 23; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join our monthly series to learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices. Learn the basics of diabetes and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control your diabetes.
WII GAMES
Monday, Sept. 8; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join RWJ Rehabilitation at RWJUH Hamilton for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is the key to safe living. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!
PARENT ZEN
Monday, Sept. 8; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
This program aims to provide much needed support and community connection for parents. Drawing from personal experiences, Parent Zen offers guidance, relaxation, and connection to help parents navigate the challenges of parenthood.
LETTING GO OF CLUTTER
Tuesday, Sept. 9; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This support group explores how emotional ties to personal “stuff” can
create clutter and affect one’s mood. A caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 9; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by our oncology nurse navigator and certified oncology social worker at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey, and offers participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609.584.2836 to confirm attendance.
POLYPHARMACY AWARENESS
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join Shesha Desai. Pharm D., Rph. BC-ADM, an expert Medication Safety Pharmacist, to learn about the complexities of managing multiple medications and how to manage your own safely.
EVERY DAY COUNTS: SUPPORTING YOUR
CHILD’S SCHOOL SUCCESS
Wednesday, Sept. 17; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a session that will help parents and caregivers uncover the root causes of school absences and explore practical ways to build positive routines, improve school engagement, and support your child’s long-term success.
CRYSTALS FOR EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
Thursday, Sept. 18; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn about crystals and how their soothing energy can help you regain emotional balance and support your well-being. Fee: $15
SACRED BREATHWORK
Monday, Sept. 22; 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Learn about how this modality can help release negative patterns and fears that keep us stuck. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, or anything else that will make you comfortable. Chairs will be available. Fee: $15
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 23; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 23; 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A place for survivors and caregivers to build a community through shared personal experiences, feelings, and recovery strategies on managing life after a stroke. Join the RWJ Rehab team, Ashley Sarrol, Speech-Language Pathologist, & Allyson PanikowskiBerry, Occupational Therapist. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.
session on different medical topics. Enhance your knowledge with the variety of specialties and areas of study. All you need to bring is a willingness to learn and have fun.
WOMAN’S BOOK CLUB: THE OVERSTORY BY RICHARD POWERS
Wednesday, Sept. 24; 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Please come prepared to discuss this winner of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize in Fiction.
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES: POSITIVE SELF-AWARENESS
Wednesday, Sept. 24; 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. This psychoeducation group focuses on developing a growth-mindset that will allow you to foster a sense of self-love and acceptance. Join us to dig deep into your life, identify your values, build resilience, and find confidence in your own abilities.
REIKI SHARE
Wednesday, Sept. 24; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified (at any level) to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
WISE WOMEN DISCUSSION GROUP: BACK TO SCHOOL MEMORIES
Thursday., Sept. 25; 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join a community of women to discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.
WOMEN AND INVESTING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Thursday, Sept. 25; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Women tend to be paid less than men, save less for retirement, and are expected to live longer. For these reasons, women need to prepare and invest more for the future. Learn to achieve financial freedom for yourself and those you love.
FEED YOUR HEART: COOKING FOR HEART HEALTH
Monday, Sept. 29; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join our bimonthly heart-healthy cooking class. Have some fun learning how to cook nutritious and delicious heart-healthy meals. Explore heart-friendly ingredients and cooking techniques.
CREATIVE ARTS: JUNK JOURNALING
Tuesday, Sept. 30; 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Junk journaling is a stress-reducing activity that allows you to express yourself through creativity. This unique way of journaling involves repurposing old items and transforming them into beautiful and personal works of art. Grab some “junk” and get crafty while working on your mental health and wellness.
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*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
A SOCIAL HOUR ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 10, 17, & 24; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Don’t miss an opportunity to participate in life-changing conversations, listening, learning, and exploring for this time in our lives. Every week is new and something different. Join us on all the dates, two, or even one. It’s your choice. New members are always welcome.
GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE WELLNESS WALK, RWJUH HAMILTON
Wednesday, Sept. 10; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 12; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Grounds for Sculpture welcomes us for their Wellness Walk! Whether you are a fast or slower walker, there will be a group for you. Join us to boost your energy, connect with nature, explore art, and meet new people. Member attendees are invited to enjoy GFS for the remainder of the day. Please only register for one date.
DESSERT & COFFEE WITH MICHAEL R. DUCH, MD, ON HIP & KNEE REPLACEMENTS
Thursday, Sept. 11; 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Michael R. Duch, MD, of the Orthopedic & Spine Institute at RWJUH Hamilton, and member of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, will provide insights on the comprehensive program at RWJUH Hamilton for knee and hip replacements, as well as guidance of joint replacement from initial consideration, treatment and long-term recovery.
NOURISH YOUR BRAIN: COOKING FOR BRAIN HEALTH
Friday, Sept. 12; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Have some fun while learning recipes that can help fuel your brain.
AGELESS GRACE, SEATED EXERCISE FOR THE BRAIN & BODY
Thursday, Sept. 18; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The Better Health Program is introducing Ageless Grace, a practice designed to intentionally nourish the brain-body connection and support overall health and wellbeing. It helps reduce stress, keep the brain agile, and the body responsive. When body, mind and spirit, and emotions are in balance, health and wellbeing become more attainable.
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BREAKFAST & LEARN: AGE-FRIENDLY CARE IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AT RWJUH HAMILTON AND SERVING OLDER ADULTS
Tuesday, Sept. 23; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Meet RWJUH Hamilton’s Emergency Department experts and learn how we are serving our aging community members with evidenced-based care and how it results in improving both psychological and physiological outcomes. Join us to learn about the hospital’s commitment to care excellence for older adults.
GRANDPARENTING: THE GOOD, THE CHALLENGES, AND THE BOUNDARIES
Thursday, Sept. 25; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Courtney Williams, LSW, and Joyce Cantalice, RWJUH Hamilton’s Better Health Manager, are excited to present this program designed to navigate the complex and rewarding world of being a grandparent in today’s multifaceted family landscapes with different parenting styles.
Scan QR code to view, learn more & register on-line for the programs listed above. Or visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonPrograms
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Princeton University Art Museum
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The long-awaited opening of the new Princeton University Art Museum is set for Saturday, October 31, with a 24-hour open house event from 5 p.m. Saturday until 5 p.m. Sunday.
Art@Bainbridge, 158 Nassau Street, Princeton.
“Extract / Abstract” by Hamiltonbased artist Léni Paquet-Morante features her recent works that reimagine landscape painting. On view through November 9.
“Jordan Eagles: Centrifuge” features a powerful array of artwork that challenges discrimination against and the stigmatization of queer individuals. Through the lens of blood donation guidelines, Eagles explores the aesthetics and ethics of blood as an artistic medium, advocates for equality, and inspires dialogue on the harmful effects of identity-based policies. On view November 22 through March 15, 2026.
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Ellen and Leonard Milberg Gallery, Firestone Library. library.princeton.edu.
“Forms and Function: The Splendors of Global Book Making,” curated by Martin Heijdra, director of PUL’s East Asian Library, showcases the diversity and beauty of global book making, focusing on three major traditions of the book form: codex, East Asian, and pothī.
The exhibition features treasures from some of Princeton’s lesser-known collections, as well as items from its renowned collections of Western, Islamic, East Asian, and Mesoamerican manuscripts and printed books. There are also works by modern artists completed in the style of these global traditions. On view September 10 through December 7.
An image from the exhibit ‘Ariel in NJ’ opening September 12 at Princeton Day School’s Anne Reid ’72 Gallery. Image courtesy of the Ruvinsky family.
“Ariel in NJ” features textiles, performance artifacts, design and wearable works by the late Ariel Ruvinsky ’08.
Ruvinsky grew up in central New Jersey and graduated from Princeton Day School. She received her MFA in fiber art from Cranbrook Academy of Art and a BA in fine art and history of art from Goldsmiths, University of London. Her work has been presented in solo exhibitions in London, Brooklyn, and New Jersey, including at Latymer Projects, Greenpoint Gallery, and the Straube Center.
Under the pseudonym Ariel in NJ, Ruvinsky found success in the fashion world, designing shoes, knitwear, clothing, and accessories that merged bold aesthetics with intentional craftsmanship. In 2024, musician Chappell Roan wore Ruvinsky’s shoes for a Rolling Stone interview, showcasing the distinctive spirit of her designs and their resonance in contemporary culture.
“Fashion, Feminism, and Fear: Clothing and Power in the 19th Century,” curated by April C. Armstrong and Emma Paradies, library collections specialists, features late 19th and early 20th century cartoons satirizing women’s fashion at a time when the “New Woman” began to wear pants, tailored jackets, and sportswear and enter traditionally masculine spheres. On view through April, 2026.
Anne Reid ‘72 Gallery
Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road, Princeton. www.pds.org.
Collaboration was fundamental to Ruvinsky’s practice. She worked extensively with writer Robin Grearson, pattern maker Calli Roche, and many other creatives across the country and globe, fostering connections that enriched her artistic vision.
This exhibition brings together inprogress and completed designs that document and embody these collaborations, offering visitors a glimpse into Ruvinsky’s world of restless, passionate study and wonder. Her remarkable legacy invites us to consider the value of curiosity as a form of care, connection, and engagement with the world around us. On view September 12 through December 5.
One Dental Home for the Whole Family
Why Parents Love Hamilton Dental Associates
Between school drop-offs, sports practices, and after-work errands, family life can be busy. When every member of the family has a different provider across town, even basic care like dental checkups can turn into a logistical headache.
That’s why so many Hamilton-area families turn to Hamilton Dental Associates—a place where kids, teens, parents, and even grandparents can get the expert dental care they need all under one roof.
One Location, All Ages, Complete Care. Hamilton Dental Associates isn’t just a pediatric practice—it’s a full-service dental home equipped to care for patients at every stage of life. Whether it’s your child’s first appointment, a braces consultation for your teen, or a cosmetic treatment you’ve been considering, we make it easy to get expert care in one convenient location.
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Our in-house specialties include:
• Pediatric & adult dentistry
• Orthodontics
• Cosmetic dentistry & whitening
• Periodontics, endodontics & oral surgery
• Custom oral appliances for sleep apnea and more
When the whole family can visit the same practice, it means fewer appointments, more convenience, and less time off work or school.
Consistent Providers, Lifelong Trust. Children — and adults — thrive with consistency. At Hamilton Dental Associates, our patients benefit from seeing familiar faces who understand their history, preferences, and longterm care goals. This continuity helps build confidence, especially in young patients who may be anxious about dental visits.
As your child grows, they can transition seamlessly from pediatric to adult care without the need to change practices. That consistency helps reduce anxiety, strengthens trust, and reinforces stronger long-term dental habits.
Why Families Choose HDA. With over 50 years of experience serving
the Hamilton community and surrounding areas, we’ve earned the trust of multiple generations of local families.
Parents appreciate our:
• Friendly, experienced team of specialists
• Flexible scheduling (including family appointments)
• Kid-focused approach with modern technology
• Personalized care and long-term relationships
From preventive checkups to specialized treatments, we tailor every visit to your family’s needs — making each appointment as smooth and stress-free as possible.
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Smile. Back-to-school season is the perfect time to get the whole family on track with cleanings and checkups. Let us help simplify your schedule while keeping everyone’s smiles healthy, confident, and bright. Discover why generations of families trust Hamilton Dental Associates as their dental home for life. Call 609586-6603 or visit hamiltondental.com to schedule your family’s next appointment. See ad, page 18
Fall Math Classes Now Enrolling at RSM NJ Schools!
What is the Russian School of Mathematics?
RSM is an award winning, afterschool math program trusted by parents for over 25 years across 80+ locations in North America and three locations in New Jersey. Our unique approach consists of a continuous K-12 curriculum, taught by expert teachers, in a classroom environment of peers who study together year after year. We take pride in ensuring each student learns in an environment that is optimal for them while boosting their intellect, confidence in math, and learning abilities.
Our program offers three levels to serve each child according to their knowledge and ability. In addition to our core program, the competition track is designed for students interested in advanced mathematical topics as well as participating in elite math competitions.
RSM’s curriculum was developed
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by a team of academics specializing in mathematics, education, and child development and has been perfected by our internal curriculum department. All of our teachers have a background in mathematics or related fields 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.
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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 criticalthinking 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.
There is no better time to join RSM than in Fall!
To get started, you can reserve your child’s spot by scheduling a 30-minute evaluation. This is the best way to learn more about our program and determine the suitable level for your child.
Our principal will walk you through our curriculum, methodology, and answer any questions you have. During the evaluation, parents will have the opportunity to:
• Discuss your goals for your child’s education;
• Get to know the RSM methodology firsthand as an RSM evaluator guides your child through a series of math problems;
• Receive information about RSM’s curriculum, the program structure, and the three levels of classes that RSM offers;
• Get tuition details, understand the next steps for enrolling your child, and ask any other questions you may have.
Schedule an evaluation for your child to enroll them at RSM NJ branches this Fall!
‘Matinee Masterpieces’ Headline Kelsey Theatre’s 2025-26 Season
Expanded schedule of matinees to include Saturday, Sunday afternoon performances
Fans of live theater can enjoy added matinee performances all year long, as the Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County Community College will present a series of “Matinee Masterpieces” for the entire 2025-26 season.
The Kelsey Theatre, a community resource for the arts in central New Jersey for 53 years, will be offering 2 p.m. matinees both Saturday and Sunday for the upcoming season, while still offering evening shows for guests who prefer a night out at the theater. The 2025-26 season features the work of 10 resident semi-professional theater companies in addition to a student company.
The upcoming season features something for every theater lover, from comedies to dramas — classics to contemporary — including a selection of musicals to suit every taste. Keeping prices affordable is part of Kelsey’s mission, with no ticket price more than $30.
All musicals feature live orchestras, which in the upcoming season include The Sponge Bob Musical, South Pacific, Young Frankenstein, She Loves Me, The Prom, Seussical the Musical, The Little Mermaid, and Stephen Sondheim’s Company. In addition, Kelsey Theatre will feature a variety of comedies, dramas, and holiday shows, including Drop Dead!, Seasonal Allergies,‘Twas the
Night Before Christmas, The Nutcracker, Arms and the Man, Gaslight, Clue Live On Stage!, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, The 39 Steps,The Comedy of Errors and a tribute to Jethro Tull’s album “Aqualung” by the Reock & Roll Revue. Interactive movie events include Wicked, The Nightmare Before Christmas, White Christmas, and Encanto.
Conveniently located on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College, Kelsey Theatre’s mission is to enrich and uplift local residents through affordable, high-quality theater productions, arts education programs, and performance opportunities. Season subscriptions now available save up to 45 percent, or pre-order single tickets; visit the website at www.kelseytheatre.org or call 609-570-3333 for more information.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Each year in the United States an estimated 15,780 children aged 0-19 are diagnosed with cancer.
Approximately 1 in 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer each year.
Thanks to advances in science, more than 80% of children with cancer now survive five or more years 80%
Leukemia, lymphoma, and brain tumors
are the most common cancers found in children.
Cancer remains the #1 cause of death by disease for children in America.
Approximately 9 kids a week are diagnosed with cancer in NJ.
Approximately 450 families in NJ will hear their child has cancer each year.
Thanks to advances in treatment, including some pioneered by investigators at Rutgers Cancer Institute and RWJBarnabas Health, most children diagnosed with cancer can expect to grow up as healthy adults. Learn more at rwjbh.org/pediatriccancer
Princeton Friends School
Where Curiosity Goes to School
At Princeton Friends School, curiosity is the engine that drives learning. Walk into any classroom — from preschool to 8th grade — and you’re likely to hear questions like, “Why did this happen?” or “How does mechanical energy transfer from a rider to a bike?” But you won’t hear, “Will it be on the test?” That’s because questions are the intellectual currency here, and lightbulbs — not letter grades — are the true payoff.
With a time-tested and researchbased progressive educational model, Princeton Friends School allows curiosity to take the lead. Experienced faculty guide children to inquire freely and then synthesize, analyze, imagine, and create. The result is a learning environment that is rigorous in the best sense—demanding of thoughtfulness, creativity, and integrity—while protecting the joy of childhood.
Where extraordinary outcomes are built on strong childhoods. The school’s graduates go on to become particle physicists, sustainable fashion entrepreneurs, educators, and innovators. They flourish in both private and public high schools and colleges and routinely trace their accomplishments to the Friends foundation on which they were
raised. At PFS, academic, social, and emotional growth are interwoven. Childhood is celebrated, protected, and powerful — full of responsibility and trust, but also delight. By the time they reach middle school, students shine as confident, capable, and eager learners who are well prepared for whatever comes next. Where children discover the wonder of nature. Nature is not a backdrop but an active partner in education at PFS. Students spend abundant time outdoors, using the surrounding woods, gardens, and stream as extended classrooms. One day, middle school scientists may be testing water quality at Stony Brook; the next, preschoolers are harvesting
vegetables from the garden they helped tend. Outdoor education here is both minds-on and hands-on, cultivating resilience, wonder, and care for the natural world.
Where learning is among Friends. With “Friends” at the center of its name and philosophy, Princeton Friends School is rooted in the long and respected tradition of Quaker education. Families of all and no faiths are welcomed into a community where universal values — simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship — guide daily practice. Students learn to listen for truth in their own voices as well as in the voices of others, building the habits of empathy and moral courage that will
serve them for life.
Where students can be themselves and become their best selves. At PFS, children are empowered to be themselves and to grow into their best selves. Academic learning is inseparable from social and emotional growth. Faculty mentor students in self-awareness, confidence, and responsibility. With opportunities for public speaking, leadership, and meaningful responsibility, children develop the agency and independence to thrive. When they graduate, they carry with them not only knowledge and skills but also a moral compass and a mindset for lifelong learning.
Where we are all-in for community. For a small school, community is a big deal. Students are greeted each morning by name. Families connect with one another through cherished traditions like all-school dancing and the annual spring camping trip. Older students mentor younger ones; new students are embraced seamlessly. Diversity of gifts is celebrated, and belonging is a given.
Princeton Friends School is where children love to learn, where community is lived daily, and where graduates are prepared not only for success but for significance. It is, in every sense, where curiosity goes to school.
Princeton Friends School is currently accepting applications for the 2025–26 school year. To learn more, visit www.princetonfriendsschool.org
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Stuart Country Day School
Every Opportunity. Every Voice. Every Role.
Every opportunity. Every voice. Every role. At Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, girls lead with confidence, think with purpose, and embrace learning with joy. As Princeton’s only independent, Catholic all-girls school (K–12), with a co-ed Early School (12 months to 4 years old), Stuart is a place where education becomes transformation.
The search for the right school is a meaningful one. At Stuart, we believe girls deserve an education where they are known, challenged, and supported to achieve at the highest level — academically, socially, and spiritually.
Strong Academics. Every aspect of Stuart is crafted to ignite each student’s intellectual passions and meticulously support them on their academic journey. The highly respected faculty are devoted to knowing each student personally and fostering their unique interests and curiosities. Small classes and thought-provoking electives sharpen minds in a supportive, high-achieving environment, inspiring every student to become a lifelong learner.
Girls Centered. The school is tailored to the way girls learn and grow, from course design to socializing. It creates an environment where girls speak up more often, take on more ambitious
challenges, and show a higher interest in STEM than in co-ed settings. This commitment to all-girls education is more than just a hunch or tradition — it’s backed by compelling data that proves it’s the best way for smart, strong, joyful girls to flourish.
Sacred Heart Values & a Global Network. Stuart is proud to be an independent Catholic girls’ school and part of the Sacred Heart network, which means the community is guided by a set of values: a personal relationship with faith, lifelong curiosity, social justice, community, and personal growth. These values resonate widely in Stuart’s school community, and they are part of what it means to be a wellrounded, thoughtful, and compassionate adult.
This global network of 150+ Sacred Heart schools gives students extraordinary opportunities to experience the world through exchange trips and cross-cultural learning. The common ground of a Sacred Heart education means students connect quickly with peers in places as varied as Sydney, Australia or New Orleans, Louisiana, diving deeply into new cultures and perspectives.
A Community of Belonging. Stuart welcomes students and families from all backgrounds, faiths, and life experiences. As one of the most diverse independent schools in Princeton, Stuart students engage in discussions on ethics and social justice
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as part of their curriculum. In this welcoming and inclusive environment, students are encouraged to be themselves, focus on their goals, and lift each other up. It’s no surprise that Stuart graduates go on to college and beyond with high levels of confidence and self-esteem — as well as a tightknit group of friends for life.
Discover Stuart. This fall, families are invited to see what sets Stuart apart. Meet student leaders, talk with faculty, and experience firsthand how Stuart girls grow into confident scholars and compassionate leaders. To learn more or schedule a visit, go to www.stuartschool.org.
At Stuart, girls are everything to us — because they are everything to the world.
Where Service Counts Since 2010
Capital Barbershop Expands
Before walking into this expanded and remodeled barbershop located two doors to the right of the original, one is tempted to think that if you’ve seen one barbershop, you’ve seen them all. Not so. Aside from the red, white and blue twirling pole out front, this barbershop is different!
Owner/barber, Marc Storaci has had a longtime desire to build a location that was intended to dazzle. For years he’s researched existing shops from all over the world to personally design a truly one-of-a-kind barbershop.
The industrial/modern style decor must be seen to be appreciated. It features porcelain subway tile work, granite countertops, and custom wood-trimmed walls. Polished aluminum, stainless steel, and chrome, glitter everywhere. There are techno appointments galore with 10 bigscreen TVs and a streaming video message.
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Each of the eight workstations has backlit mirrors. All stations have computerized logs to efficiently keep track of all who drop in, along with those who were pre-scheduled. Clients settle into the comfortable, extra-roomy, porcelain, and cast-iron
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Rodgers & Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC
The Mel Brooks Musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN DROP DEAD SEASONAL ALLERGIES
SHE LOVES ME
GB Shaw’s ARMS AND THE MAN GASLIGHT THE PROM CLUE Live Onstage ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST THE 39 STEPS
SEUSSICAL, THE MUSICAL Shakespeare’s THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID Stephen Sondheim’s COMPANY PLUS: Interactive Movie Events: WICKED, THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE
barber chairs for any style of quality haircut. The beautiful high-tech lighting is state-of-the-art. This barbershop is beyond unique!
Storaci was quick to say that while the eye-catching decor certainly gets
a lot of attention, all the bells and whistles in the world can’t replace genuine service. Better quality service is the first priority for the barbers at Capital. He explained, “no business is profitable without a sustained volume and there simply won’t be good volume without a quality product. Since our only product is a haircut service, we want to be the best.”
Capital’s barbers not only have deep experience with all styles of men’s and boy’s hair, they’re trained in-house as career service professionals. In fact, Storaci hopes for the uniquely remodeled shop on Scotch Rd to become the example for a franchise offering one day.”
Perhaps best, is that Capital’s menu will feature a pre-COVID price rollback. They’re making an honest effort to ensure that the shop’s service, pricing, sanitation, and comfort is simply the best to be found. And, unlike shops that rush you into the first open barber chair, Capital encourages you to request your favorite barber. Said Storaci, “We want everyone to return happy!”
Marc Storaci’s career in the barber
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American Repertory Ballet Announces Its 2025/26 Season
A beloved performing arts institution for over 70 years, led by Interim Artistic Director Samantha Dunster with Artistic Associate Gillian Murphy and Artist in Residence Ethan Stiefel, American Repertory Ballet (ARB) announces a 2025/26 season that elevates its classic repertoire alongside exciting new works, continuing to strengthen the company’s unique voice within the community. A founding resident company of the state-of-the-art New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), ARB kicks the season off at its home venue with the return of Stiefel and Johan Kobborg’s lauded GISELLE on October 10-12, 2025, followed by a fairytale premiere of CINDERELLA on March 6-8, 2026, and AMERICANA, a mixed bill of World Premieres and celebrated works on May 1-3, 2026. Additionally, ARB will present an evening of moonlit ballets at the Union County Performing Arts Center’s Festival of the Moon on October 17, 2025, and ARB’s celebrated touring production of THE NUTCRACKER will return for the holiday season November 28 - December 21, 2025 at McCarter Theatre Center, Two River Theater,
and State Theatre New Jersey.
“It will be a ‘season of seasons’ as ARB leans into a haunting October, magical family fun during the holidays, fairytale romance just after Valentine’s Day, and Americana fanfare to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary,” says Executive Director Julie Diana Hench. “We invite audiences of all ages to join us at the theater and make memories together, and to experience the transformative power of the performing arts.”
For more information on ARB’s 2025/26 season, please visit www. arballet.org.
business started 29 years ago while he was a student at NJIT. He explored learning barbering as a way to help with college expenses. While he still has family business interests in food services and investment real estate, somewhere along the line the barber business became his passion. Between his other high-volume barbershop in Hamilton (which conversely features an antique decor) and his newly enlarged modern location at Capital on Scotch Road in Ewing, Storaci currently employs 20 barbers. He said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had numerous successful shops over the years, but when the COVID pandemic hit, we struggled. It significantly changed the hair industry, in general, and it was like playing a chess game to keep all of my employees on board.
Of course, the “help wanted” sign is still always out for professional bar-
bers! At any rate, we’re solidly back in growth mode and are anxiously looking forward to this expansion.”
The Capital group feels confident that their team of barbers share a depth of experience and personal service level that the competition, including the chains, aren’t able to provide. Their current client base is comprised mainly of residents, workers, and students from a broad area. The shop is central to Ewing, Pennington, Hopewell, Titusville, Lambertville, Lawrence, Yardley, TCNJ and Rider University.
Capital Barbershop, 183 Scotch Road Plaza. Walk-ins or appointments. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Accepting cash, credit/debit cards, Venmo, and Apple Pay. For appointments, visit Booksy. com or call 609-403-6147. tbsbarbershops.com.
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Join us Saturday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Open Campus Day at Princeton Day School! Walk our 106-acre campus and see our STEAM centers, athletic facilities, arts spaces, garden and apiary in action. Meet our Pre-K through Grade 12 faculty and students who embody our values daily: Humanity, Creativity, Intellect, Joy, and Stewardship.
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Monday SepteMber 1
Labor Day. Bank and postal holiday.
Gemma’s Gratitude Yoga Class – Labor Day Special, Friends of Herrontown Woods, Veblen House, Herrontown Woods, 452 Herrontown Road. www.herrontownwoods.org/events.
A Vinyasa flow session to celebrate our connection to nature and to one another led by Gemma Farrell of Gratitude Yoga. Open to all levels of yoga practice - modifications are welcome. Bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Donation-based class. Proceeds benefit Friends of Herrontown Woods. 11 a.m. to noon.
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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 3
Yoga in the Garden, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. All-level donation-based Vinyasa yoga class held
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outdoors in the garden (indoors in case of rain). Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. Register. 6 p.m.
From Uptown Girls to ‘Downton Abbey’How Gilded Age American Heiresses Invaded the Aristocracy, Princeton Public Library www.princetonlibrary.org. As the release of the final “Downton Abbey” movie approaches, Claire Evans explores the world of Gilded Age socialites and their connection to the British aristocracy. Register for Zoom link. 7 p.m.
Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Social event connecting creatives in the 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. 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.
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Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonfarmersmarket.com. More than 30 vendors including local organic produce, pasture raised meat and eggs, farmstead cheeses, fresh baked goods, empanadas, all-natural dog and cat treats, homemade jam, pickles, fresh flowers, handcrafted jewelry, knife sharpening, and more. 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. Salvatore Mangione, MD, associate professor of medicine, Jefferson Medical College, associate program director for the Internal Medicine Residency Program, director History of Medicine Program, speaks about “Turning Points in History: When Disease Hits People.” Meetings are free with a suggested donation of $5. Via Zoom or in person. 10 a.m.
Preventative Health Awareness, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The Princeton Health
Department shares information about local preventative health and well-being resources, distributes educational materials and answers questions. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Film: Downtown Abbey, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. In the first movie based on the British period drama, the Crawley family copes with the upheaval caused by an official royal visit to their Yorkshire estate in 1927. PG. 2 hours, 2 minutes. 2 p.m.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. A Place in the Sun. $13.50. 7 p.m.
How Oswald Veblen Quietly Created Einstein’s Princeton, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary. org. Historian Cindy Srnka and naturalist Steve Hiltner present new research about Oswald Veblen, the mathematician and visionary who laid the groundwork for so much of what Princeton is today. 7 p.m.
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Friday SepteMber 5
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 6
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 weatherrelated cancellations. Weekly on Saturdays. 10 a.m.
Gemma’s Gratitude Yoga Class, Friends of Herrontown Woods, Veblen House, Herrontown Woods, 452 Herrontown Road. www.herrontownwoods.org/events. A Vinyasa flow session to celebrate our connection to nature and to one another led by Gemma Farrell of Gratitude Yoga. Open to all levels of yoga practice - modifications are welcome. Bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and sunscreen. Donation-based class. Proceeds benefit Friends of Herrontown Woods. Weekly on Saturdays. 11 a.m. to noon.
Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green. www.palmersquare.com. Electric Stingray performs. 1 to 3 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Charles Evans Scholars Exhibition, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. This annual exhibition celebrates the artistic achievements of exceptional Princeton High School students. On view through October 4. 3 to 5 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Scenes from Home, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. The exhibition by Ellie Wy-
eth uses animals and birds as icons in various interiors through which the artist visualizes herself in familiar domestic settings that feel private and personal. On view through October 4. 3 to 5 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Tarang, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. The exhibition by Divvya Atrii, Hetal Mistry, and Sejal Krishnan explores the waves of change, emotion, and identity through the art of three female artists of Indian origin. On view through October 4. 3 to 5 p.m.
Beer & Garden Festival, Sustainable Princeton, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. princetonshoppingcenter.com. Beers from Triumph Brewery, live music, and free educational booths about sustainable landscaping. Enjoy music from local band, Ride or Die, while learning how to make your garden sustainable. Explore Sustainable Princeton’s collection of gardening tools from its free Lending Library, build a leaf corral, and create native flower seed bombs. 4 to 7 p.m.
Music in the Alley, Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street, 609-921-1710. www.halofarm.com. 6 to 9 p.m.
Sunday SepteMber 7
2025 RevolutionNJ Race Series, Princeton Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road. runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Princeton/PrincetonBattlefield5K. 5K race or 1-mile fun walk participants cross the site of a crucial turning-point in the American Revolutionary War that capped the 10 days of fighting that began with General Washington crossing the Delaware River. All participants receive a t-shirt, and runners receive a finisher’s medal. Awards given to the top three fastest runners in each tenyear age category. Register. $35 5k, $20 fun walk. 8:30 a.m.
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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 4, 2025, 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 9, 2025, Paula Sollami Covello, Mercer County Clerk, 209 S. Broad St., Election Dept., P.O. Box 8068, Trenton, NJ 08650, 609-989-6495
May’s Barden Cafe, Friends of Herrontown Woods, Herrontown Woods, 600 Snowden Lane. www.herrontownwoods.org/events. Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and tasty baked treats offered at May’s Café in the Barden — a whimsical space in the woods, surrounded by pathways to follow, native flowers to please your senses, and greet your neighbors. 9 to 11 a.m.
Hope’s Herrontown Woods Community Collage Project Workshop, Friends of Herrontown Woods, Herrontown Woods, 600 Snowden Lane. Participants embellish a 6x6 canvas tile. Bring any media you want to use on your tile or find some inspiration from the woods. Each tile will become part of the collective collage to be permanently displayed in the Veblen House once fully restored. Visit website to purchase tile. 9:30 to 11:30 a.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. $20. Register. Also September 14, 21, and 28. 2 to 4 p.m.
Einstein’s Begonia, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Musicians and singers showcase the new musical’s eclectic, original songs in this staged concert performance. 3 p.m.
Monday SepteMber 8
Continuing Conversations on Race, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Laura Zhang-Choi and Dr. Karen Gaffney share their experiences and examine questions about privilege, responsibility and action. In person and on Zoom. 7 p.m.
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spinnerets, Lewis Center for the Arts, Hurley Gallery, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University. arts.princeton.edu. Opening reception for exhibition by Gi (Ginny) Huo. The title of the show refers to the organ of the spider that creates the silk. Inspired by survival techniques found in nature, such as camouflaging and ballooning, the work draws parallels practiced in human form. In various art mediums such as drawing, sculpture, photography and film, Huo’s work navigates through perception/truth, translation/ interpretation, and the systematic mechanisms of selling a fantasy. On view through October 3. Free. 4:30 p.m.
Anand Pandian in conversation with Elizabeth Anne Davis, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Pandian, anthropologist and professor at Johns Hopkins University, discusses his new book, “Something Between Us: The Everyday Walls of American Life, and How to Take Them Down,” with Davis, professor of anthropology at Princeton. 6 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.
WedneSday SepteMber 10
Forms and Function: The Splendors of Global Book Making, Ellen and Leonard Milberg Gallery, Firestone Library, Princeton University. library.princeton.edu. First day for exhibit curated by Martin Heijdra, director of PUL’s East Asian Library, that showcases the diversity and beauty of global book making, focusing on three major traditions of the book form: codex, East Asian, and pothi. On view through December 7. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Dan-el Padilla Peralta with Kate Meng Brassel, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Peralta presents his new book “Classicism and Other Phobias,” a case for why immortalizing Greek and Roman culture as “classical” marginalizes and devalues Black life. 6 p.m.
Hollywood Summer Nights, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Dr. Strangelove. $13.50. 7 p.m.
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Film: Downtown Abbey: A New Era, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. In the second film in the “Downton Abbey” trilogy, the Crawley family travels to the south of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess’ newly inherited villa. PG. 2 hours, 6 minutes. 2 p.m.
Seasons of Innovation, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, 101 Poor Farm Road. www. cmaprinceton.org. Fall benefit celebrates leadership award honorees Albert Stark, Princeton Hospital Penn Medicine, and Evergreen Forum. Register. $275. 5:30 p.m.
Author: Peniel E. Joseph, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Historian Joseph, joined in conversation by Laurence Ralph, presents “Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America’s Civil Rights Revolution.” Register. 6 p.m.
Memento, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Fall series features movies that riff on the theme of memory, inspired by the exhibition Léni Paquet-Morante: Extract / Abstract on view at Art@Bainbridge. Guy Pearce plays an ingenious amnesiac in Christopher Nolan’s thriller. Introduced by guest curator Michael Quituisaca, PhD candidate in the Department of Art & Archaeology. $13.75. 7 p.m.
Friday SepteMber 12
Cultural Exchange Night, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Afternoon of cultural celebration and community connection featuring cultural displays, arts & crafts and activities for children. Part of National Welcoming Week. 4 to 6 p.m.
A Reading by Anne Enright, Fund for Irish Studies, James Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street. fis.princeton.edu. Enright reads from her latest novel, “The Wren, The Wren.” Enright is the author of eight novels, two short story collections, and a selection of essays, forthcoming in April 2026. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Free tickets required. 4:30 p.m.
Ariel in NJ, Anne Reid ‘72 Gallery, Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road. www.pds.org. Opening reception for exhibition featuring textiles, performance artifacts, design, and wearable works by the late Ariel Ruvinsky ‘08. On view through December 5. 5 to 7 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 26. 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday SepteMber 13
Princeton Garden Tour, Historical Society of Princeton & Morven Museum and Garden www.morven.org. Self-guided experience starting at the Historical Society of Princeton and ending at Morven with stops at private gardens around town. $100 includes refreshments at HSP and cocktail reception at Morven. $75 includes one or the other. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green www.palmersquare.com. The Erik Daab Trio performs. 1 to 3 p.m.
Music in the Alley, Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street. www.halofarm.com. 6 to 9 p.m.
Movies in the Courtyard: Encanto, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. princetonshoppingcenter.com. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. 7 to 9 p.m.
I & You: The Musical, Berlind Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Caroline — stuck at home with an illness — and Anthony — an earnest overachiever toting Walt Whitman and waffle fries — are classmates pulling an unexpected allnighter. What starts as a reluctant assignment soon sets both their worlds spinning into a soulsearching exploration of fate, friendship, and the fragile wonder of being alive. A McCarter World Premiere adapted from Lauren M. Gunderson’s play. Through October 12. 7:30 p.m.
Sunday SepteMber 14
Author: Ken Jaworowski, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author and West Windsor resident discusses “What About the Bodies,” his follow up to “Small Town Sins.” Coffee and pastries served. Book signing follows talk. 11 a.m.
sentation on the Battle of Princeton, with a tour of the historic Thomas Clarke House & Museum, presented by historian and author Larry Kidder. Register. $10. 1 p.m.
Listen Local: The Professors, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. Concert featuring wellknown rock songs as well as originals closes the 15th season of Listen Local. 4 p.m.
Monday SepteMber 15
Monthly Meeting, Women’s College Club of Princeton, Stockton Education Center, Morven Museum, 55 Stockton Street. www.wccpnj. org. “A New Museum for Princeton” presented by James Steward, director of the Princeton University Art Museum who gives an insider’s overview of the new building and art galleries that opensto the public October 31. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.
Author: Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www. princetonlibrary.org. The author is joined by Brian Herrera to discuss “Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist,” the recently released biography of the creator of “Hamilton” and “In the Heights.” 7 p.m.
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Fashion, Feminism, and Fear: Clothing and Power in the 19th Century, Mudd Manuscript Library, 65 Olden Street. Public opening with curators on hand for exhibit featuring late 19th and
early 20th century cartoons satirizing women’s fashion at a time when the “New Woman” began to wear pants, tailored jackets, and sportswear and enter traditionally masculine spheres. On view through April 2026. Noon to 2 p.m.
Beth Lew-Williams, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Beth Lew-Williams discusses her new book, “John Doe Chinaman: A Forgotten History of Chinese Life under American Racial Law,” a revelatory history of the laws that conditioned the everyday lives of Chinese people in the American West—and of those who negotiated, circumvented, and resisted discrimination. 6 p.m.
Author: Michael Gordin, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author discusses his book, “On the Fringe: When Science Meets Pseudoscience,” the Princeton University Pre-read for the Class of ‘29. Free books for registrants available while supply lasts. 7 p.m.
WedneSday SepteMber 17
Twilight Garden Tour, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Horticulturist-led tour of Morven’s gardens followed by light refreshments on the pool house porch. Register. $20. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Ageism in Popular Culture, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, 101 Poor Farm Road. www.cmaprinceton.org. Ageism may be the only acceptable “ism” in a world overrun with
patterns of discrimination and bias. Why is it acceptable? There are many theories about this, one of the most ominous is that older folks just don’t really matter in the future of our society. Presentation by Joe Seldner shows examples of ageism, talks about why it is so prevalent, and discusses what people of all ages are doing, and can do, to reduce the frequency and impact of ageism in popular culture. Virtual or in person. Register. $10. 6 p.m.
Princeton and the American Revolution, Historical Society of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. www.princetonhistory. org. Talk by Barry Singer covering highlights of the Revolutionary War, from its beginning at Lexington and Concord, up to the “Ten Crucial Days,” culminating in the Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777. With many illustrative images, this program focuses on Princeton’s early history, as well as the effects of the war on the town and its inhabitants. Hear the soldiers’ own words describing their sacrifice, bravery and perseverance, all which led to the creation of our free nation. Register. Free. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Welcoming Week: Newcomers Evening, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. New to Princeton? Looking to connect with new people? Join for light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the Mayor, representatives from local organizations, and community members. 7 p.m.
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Hunger Action Month
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Meeting, 55-Plus Club of Princeton, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street. www. princeton.com/groups/55plus. Jorge Schement, emeritus distinguished professor of communication policy at Rutgers University, speaks on “Demographic Snapshots of New Jersey in a Changing Century.” Meetings are free with a suggested donation of $5. Via Zoom or in person. 10 a.m.
Artist Léni Paquet-Morante, Princeton University Art Museum, Julis Romo Rabinowitz 399, Princeton University. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Artist conversation with guest curator Michael Quituisaca. Paquet-Morante’s recent works are on view at Art@Bainbridge. Reception to follow. 5:30 p.m.
Roy Scranton in conversation with Andrew Cole, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Scranton, director the Environmental Humanities Initiative at the University of Notre Dame, discusses his new book, “Impasse: Climate Change and the Limits of Progress,” with Cole, professor of English at Princeton. 6 p.m.
“Try It” in Person, People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos, 475 Wall Street, 609-882-4926. www.peopleandstories.org. Listen as a contemporary short story and poem are read aloud by an experienced coordinator, then join the discussion. Register. Also September 21. 6:30 p.m.
Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Evening of community-created entertainment in the form of storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Performers should bring their own work of their choice for the theme “you can’t be serious.” Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.
Author: Henry Grabar, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author discusses his book “Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World.” 7 p.m.
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Author: Abigail Hing Wen, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. YA author presents her debut middle grade book “The Vale” and screens a short film based on the book. 4 p.m.
The Ebony Hillbillies, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk.org. The last AfricanAmerican string band in America, bridging a gap in pop, country, bluegrass, folk, jazz, and beyond. $25 online or at the door. 8 p.m.
Saturday SepteMber 20
Open House, Lewis School of Princeton, 53 Bayard Lane, 609-924-8120. www.lewisschool. org. Prospective parents can learn about the
school’s programs. Register to info@lewisschool. org. 10 a.m.
Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green www.palmersquare.com. The Ravens perform. 1 to 3 p.m.
Beer + Wine Garden Fundraiser, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Enjoy local brews from Triumph Brewing Company, wine from Princeton Corkscrew, spirit tastings from Luscious Spirits, fresh flowers and produce from Fairgrown Farm, live music by Gravity Hill, a grill, and games. For ages 21 and up. Admission is $30 to $85 with optional handmade ceramic beer stein. 2 to 5 p.m.
Music in the Alley, Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street, 609-921-1710. www.halofarm.com. 6 to 9 p.m.
Sunday SepteMber 21
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. Weaving, carpentry, 18th-century medicine & science demos, artillery and musket firings, and tours of the Thomas Clarke House & Museum. Register. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
tember 26. Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Health Fair and Flu Vaccination Clinic: Living Well, Aging Well, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Suzanne Patterson Building, 45 Stockton Street. www.cmaprinceton.org. Free health screenings, flu shots, expert consultations, and fun, interactive activities to support your wellness goals. Register. Free. 1 to 4 p.m.
ART of Ancient Manuscripts, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. From ancient scrolls on papyrus to the development of the codex and European Medieval Manuscripts on parchment, join Lillian Ciuffreda, who explains the multi-step process of making a book by hand from antiquity to the advent of the printing press. Register. Free. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Performances Up Close: Takacs String Quartet, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. puc. princeton.edu. Takacs String Quartet and Jordan Bak on viola perform an all-Mozart program. 6 and 9 p.m.
Rashomon, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Fall series features movies that riff on the theme of memory, inspired by the exhibition Léni Paquet-Morante: Extract / Abstract on view at Art@Bainbridge. Akira Kurosawa’s classic psychological thriller is introduced by Caroline Harris, senior associate director for education. $13.75. 7 p.m.
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Fall Equinox Folk Festival Fundraiser, Friends of Herrontown Woods, Veblen House, Herrontown Woods, 452 Herrontown Road. www.herrontownwoods.org/events. Concert by the Chivalrous Crickets whose music fuses Celtic, English, and American folk music, storytelling and country style dancing. Seasonal crafting tables, Native plants and merchandise for sale, Einstein Begonia Raffle, refreshments available from May’s Pop-up Café. Bring your own chair. $10 in advance; $12 day of. 3 to 5 p.m.
Open Acoustic Jam, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator, tambourine or your voice to join the fun. 3 p.m.
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Author: Allison Daminger, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author is joined by Nancy Reddy for a conversation about her recent book “What’s on Her Mind: The Mental Workload of Family Life.” 7 p.m.
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Afternoon Tea 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 for noon or 2:15 p.m. seating. $50 includes optional tour. Also Sep-
Green House Tour Video Screening and Discussion, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Three videos featuring sustainable homes on Princeton’s 2025 Green House Tour will be screened, followed by a panel discussion with the homeowners and several experts in green building. Register. 7 p.m.
Friday SepteMber 26
Author: An Evening with Jane Hamilton, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. The author will be in conversation with Laura Spence-Ash as they discuss her new novel, “The Phoebe Variations,” at this special book launch event. 6 p.m.
Camille A. Brown & Dancers: I AM, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Choreographer Brown’s work bridges ancestral and contemporary stories, capturing deeply personal experiences and the cultural narratives of African American identity. I AM features a fusion of dance genres from the African diaspora. $44 to $107. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday SepteMber 27
2025 Green House Tour, Princeton Environmental Commission & Sustainable Princeton. www.princetongreenhousetour.com. See how neighbors create healthier and more energy-efficient homes and environments with green building practices, such as solar panels
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Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green. www.palmersquare.com. Kindred Spirit performs. 1 to 3 p.m.
History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Parking Lot, 500 Mercer Road. www. princetonhistory.org. Hike through the Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting. Hear stories about the Woods’ origin and the ways IAS mathematicians, physicists, and other members have engaged with it. Stops along the way will highlight the history of early Stony Brook, the Battle of Princeton, the Old Trolley trail, the establishment of the Institute for Advanced Study, and Founders Rock. Special stop at the Swinging Bridge, then hike over to the observation decks at the adjacent Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Register. $20. 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Music in the Alley, Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street, 609-921-1710. www.halofarm.com. 6 to 9 p.m.
Homecoming, Princeton Community Housing, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.pchhomes.org/2025-home-
coming. Celebration marking the 50th anniversary of Princeton Community Village and the 40th anniversary of Elm Court features special guests Shaun Donovan, CEO and president, Enterprise Community Partners and former Obama administration cabinet member, serving as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, and William Brangham, an award-winning journalist and correspondent, producer and substitute anchor for the PBS NewsHour. Cocktail reception, sit-down dinner, and conversation with guest speakers. Register. $300 and up. 6 to 9:30 p.m.
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.
Sunday SepteMber 28
Festival Cultural Latino: A Community Mercado, Princeton Public Library, 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.
Special presentation on “Human stories of those involved in and affected by the Battle of Princeton,” with a tour of the historic Thomas Clarke House & Museum, presented by historian and author Larry Kidder. Register. $10. 1 p.m.
Home is where the heART is, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. An afternoon of instructor led art classes and dance for all ages centered around the theme that every local family deserves a home. Register. $25; contact lpeck@artscouncilofprinceton.org if unable to pay. 3 to 5 p.m.
Fall Fest, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes House, 57 Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org. Family-friendly celebration to honor volunteers, land steward interns, and corporate partners. Proceeds support free environmental education community events, paid summer internships, and volunteer-powered land stewardship projects. Live music, fall food, nature-themed activities for all ages, and local craft beer. Rain or shine. Register. $60; ages 12 and under free. 4 to 6 p.m.
Princeton and the Atomic Bomb, Historical Society of Princeton, Tiger Park, 2 Palmer Square. www.princetonhistory.org. Princeton was at the center of the Manhattan Project, both during and after WWII. In addition to J. Robert Oppenheimer serving as director of the Institute
for Advanced Study from 1947 until his death in 1967, more than two dozen Princeton University faculty members researched and developed the atomic bomb. This tour will traverse the University campus while sharing stories about the local academics recruited to work on the secret project. $20. Register. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Mary Chapin Carpenter & Brandy Clark, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Princeton native Mary Chapin Carpenter has sold over 16 million records in her renowned career. A Grammy, CMA, and Americana Award winner, Brandy Clark is one of her generation’s most acclaimed songwriters and musicians. 6 p.m.
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Performances Up Close: Abel Selaocoe, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. puc.princeton. edu. Cellist makes his PUC debut with works by Bach, Michel van der Aa and Ben Nobuto, and more. 6 and 9 p.m.
Author: Karen Russell and Jericho Brown, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. Karen Russell, author of “Swamplandia!” and Jericho Brown, poet and author of “The Tradition,” read from their works. Part of the Althea Ward Clark Reading Series. 6 p.m.
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