Events: June 25, 2004
Friday, June 25
Drama
Gala Benefit 2004, Passage Theater, Trenton War Memorial, Trenton, 609-392-0766. Music and comedy featuring cabaret sensation Mary Cleere Haran, and comedienne Nancy Giles. Haran performs her show, “”Crazy Rhythm: Manhattan in the Twenties.”” Giles, formerly of TV’s on China Beach and Second City comedy troupe, is the emcee. Benefit for the professional theater. $125. 7 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. An original take on the 1956 Lerner and Loewe classic. $32 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Swing, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet, Princeton Rep Shakespeare Festival, Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater, 609-921-3682. Through Sunday, June 27. Rain or shine. Free. $10 donation requested. 8 p.m.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Family-friendly comedy. $13 to $15. 8 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Waiting for Godot, Westwind Repertory, Hun School, Edgerstoune Road, 609-397-7331. Drama. $15; $10 students and seniors. 8 p.m.
Dinner Theater
Murder Mystery Dinner, Domenico Ristorante, Jamesburg, 609-443-5598. Dinner and interactive mystery. Reservations, $49. 7:30 p.m.
Guitar Workshop
Studio Zen, 57 Hamilton Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-7787. Introduction to classical guitar. Register. $35. 7 p.m.
Film
Branson: Musicland USA, New Jersey International Film Festival, Scott Hall 123, College Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-932-8482. Documentary directed by Peter Sillen (2003). Also “”Since Otar Left”” directed by Julie Bertuccelli in French, Russian, and Georgian, subtitled (2003). $6. 7 p.m.
Art
Sculpture Along the Way, Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-586-0616. Old-fashioned trolley ride hosted by docents take visitors on a scenic loop of sculptures placed in the surrounding community. Refreshments before and after the trip. Two tours; by reservation, $15. 4:30 and 5:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Songfest VII 2004, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Henry Purcell’s “”Dido and Aeneas”” presented in a complete concert performance featuring instrumental ensemble. Conductor J.J. Penna on harpsichord with Sarah Sensinig, Laurie Hymes, Shanna Andrawis, Clint Williams, Julie Hamula, Anthony Beck, Jessica Tomsko, and Dan Cameron. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Cherry Hill Chamber Players, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-924-1604. Something Old; Something New: Music from the Baroque to the Blues presented by the Cherry Hill Chamber Players. Tim Brown and Dick Swain, piano; Linda Docar, percussion; and Colleen Marcello, soprano, perform Leonard Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances for Two Pianos and Percussion, and songs of Reynaldo Hahn and Ricky Ian Gordon. $8. 8 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Off the Calendar, Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Foxy Moon Baby in the Cafe courtyard. Concert moves indoor if rain threatens. $5. 7 p.m.
Pop Music
Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 201-507-8900. $20 to $62.50. 7:30 p.m.
Fourth Friday
4th Friday, Pennington Business and Professional Association, Downtown Pennington, 609-737-0071. Music, food, and shopping. Rain or shine. 6 to 9 p.m.
Faith
Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegans Lane, North Brunswick, 732-297-0696. Kabbalat shabbat program features Cantor Bruce Rockman and the Sons of Vikvah. Register. Free. 7:45 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Yoga for Depression, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Introductory experiential lecture and book signing by Amy Weintraub, author of “”Yoga for Depression: A Compassionate Guide to Relieve Suffering Through Yoga.”” Register. $15. 7:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Ron Kraemer Duo, Amarone’s Windsor Inn, 29 Church Street, Windsor, 609-448-7144. Blues by the Ron Kraemer Duo till midnight. 8 p.m.
The Rich Cox Band, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Acoustic rock covers and originals. 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
The Tone Rangers Band, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. 7 p.m.
Singles
SingleFaces, Victorian Manor, 2863 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, 732-842-1777. Dance for sophisticated singles. $12. 9 p.m.
For Seniors
Mercer County Widows and Widowers, DAV Hall, 911 Arena Drive, Hamilton, 609-587-8959. Dance social, $7. 7:30 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Thunder, Waterfront Park, 609-394-8326. Binghamton Mets. $5 to $9. 7:05 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Golf Classic, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton, Pine Barrens Golf Course, 540 South Hope Chapel Road, Jackson, 609-584-6581. 14th annual golf outing. Green fee, cart, lunch, cocktails, prizes, award ceremony, and driving range. Call for information. Noon.
Saturday June 26
Drama
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Family-friendly comedy. $13 to $15. 2 and 8 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. An original take on the 1956 Lerner and Loewe classic. $32 to $50. 4 and 8:30 p.m.
Swing, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet, Princeton Rep Shakespeare Festival, Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater, 609-921-3682. Rain or shine. Free. $10 donation requested. 8 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Waiting for Godot, Westwind Repertory, Hun School, Edgerstoune Road, 609-397-7331. Drama. $15; $10 students and seniors. 8 p.m.
Art
Conspicuous Collection, Peggy Lewis Gallery, Lambertville Public Library, 6 Lilly Street, 609-397-0275. Opening reception for “”Conspicuous Collection,”” pieces from the 50 year collection of Michael and Peggy Lewis. The couple began collecting in 1945 with a penchant for outsider art and works of local artists. Through August 7. 1 to 4 p.m.
25th Gala Celebration Exhibition, Trenton Artists Workshop Association, Artworks Gallery, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton, 609-394-9436. Opening reception for “”The 25th Gala Celebration Anniversary Exhibition,”” focusing on 60 TAWA members art work of paintings, sculptures, and photographs. On exhibit through September 12. Free. 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Literati
Book Sale, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Monthly booksale benefit. Hardbacks $1, paperbacks $.50. Miscellaneous media and art at bargain prices. Everything half price from 3 to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Annual Poetry Slam, Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-586-0616. Poetry in the Park series presents its fifth annual Poetry Slam hosted by slam master, Rob Salup. Poets are invited to read their original works and win prizes. Register to read at 609-586-0616, ext. 20. $5 admission includes refreshments. 2 p.m.
Summer Solstice Poetry, West Windsor Arts Council, Nassau Park Pavilion Gazebo, West Windsor, 609-919-1982. Third annual literary arts event features Verbal Mayhem, a poetry performance group; readings by Lois Harrod, author of six books of poetry including “”Put Your Sorry Side Out;”” and Betty Lies, author of four books including the “”The Poet’s Pen.”” Sign up for two-minute open readings. Rain or shine. Free. 7 p.m.
Verbal Mayhem, a diverse and dynamic quartet of young writers and artists, bring slam and performance poetry into middle and high schools. The performers include Tony Jackson, Lindsay Halladay, Kyle Sutton, and Scott Trazevits.
Co-chairs of the event are Paul Cerna, president of West Windsor Arts Council, and Liz-Madden-Zibman, a founding and board member of the organization. Cerna, a dancer and writer, owns Kickstart Mailing Services. Madden-Zibman is a communication specialist and poet. Both are West Windsor residents.
Classical Music
Italian Vocal Masterworks, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Aurora Micu, soprano; and J.J. Penna, piano; present works by Martucci, Respighi, Donaudy, Tosti, Mascagni, Leoncavallo, and Rossini. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Duo Concert, Princeton Theological Seminary, Miller Chapel, 609-497-7890. Joanne Rogers and Jeannine Morrison, renowned pianists, present works of Bach, Mozart, Saint-Saens, and von Dohnanyi. Reception follows. Free. 8 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Concert Series, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-6234. Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One under the direction of Karl Megules. Bring a chair. Free. Noon to 2 p.m.
Swinging Sounds on the Square, Palmer Square, On the Green. Richard Reiter Swing Band. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.
Pop Music
Dashboard Confessional, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 201-507-8900. $22.50. 7:30 p.m.
World Music
Celebration of Dance, Music, and Memories, Princeton Theological Seminary, Mackay Campus Center, 609-656-7724. Princeton Korean Dance Troupe performs. Donations welcome. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Polo Classic XVII, Alzheimer’s Association, Hillsborough Country Club, Wertsville Road, Neshanic Station, 609-514-1180. The 17th annual benefit match and fair features corporate tents, tailgate picnics, antique and classic car exhibit, hot air balloon launch, and children’s activities. The polo match begins at 3 p.m. Raindate July 10. $10 adults; children free. 1 p.m.
Ed Broughton, a West Windsor resident, and John O’Marra of Marsh USA, are co-chairs of the event. Broughton is a senior vice president of business development and new products at Eisai. His focus for the Alzheimer’s Helpline, respite care, and caregivers. The Polo Classic event has raised close to $3 million for the Alzheimer Association in New Jersey.
Preservation Gala 2004, Preservation New Jersey, Robert Treat Hotel Military Park, Newark, 609-392-6409. Reception, silent and live auctions, dinner, and performance. Congressman Rush Holt receives the Sarah P. Fiske Award. Black tie optional. $200. 5 p.m.
Community Events
Community Farmers’ Market, West Windsor Township, Vaughn Drive, Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-799-2400. Farm market features eight area farms selling organic herbs; grass-fed beef, pork,lamb, chicken, quail, and pheasant; both organic and conventionally grown vegetables; specialty Asian vegetables; flowers; pies; and bread. Through early November. Free admission. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Field Day 2004, Delaware Valley Radio Association, Sarnoff Corporation, West Windsor, 609-448-4375. National emergency communications exercise which sees amateur radio operators establishing emergency communication centers to run on emergency generators using temporary antennas. DVRA will erect a center the weekend of June 26 and 27. 2 p.m.
Garden Tour, Historic Bordentown Township, Northern Community Park, Groville Road, 609-298-6564. Tickets available at Friends Meeting House, 302 Farnsworth Avenue. $10. 5 to 9 p.m.
Car Show
Chrome City Car Show, Middlesex County 4-H, 645 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, 732-745-3446. Second annual car show with many different classes. Register. $15 Open to the public at 9 a.m. Rain date, Sunday, June 27. 9 a.m.
Food & Dining
Tony Mennella and the Matinee Trio, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Jazz vocals, dinner, and dancing. By reservation. 7 p.m.
Gardens
Duke Farms Park Tour, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, 80 Route 206 South, Hillsborough, 908-722-3700. One-hour guided tours via air conditioned bus of the 700-acre park. Tour through the scenic property that has not been open to the public for 75 years. The park is a gem of man-made lakes, scenic meadows, ornamental fountains, woodlands, bridges, and waterfalls that belonged to philanthropist Doris Duke until her death in 1993. Register. $10. 11 a.m., 2, and 3:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Awakening the Chakras, Integral Yoga of Princeton, Dance Spectrums, 51 Everett Drive, West Windsor, 609-683-9199. Hatha Yoga workshop presented by Jayadeva. Register. $25. 9:30 a.m.
Open House, Buckingham Place Assisted Living, 155 Raymond Road, South Brunswick, 732-329-8888. Brunch to lunch open house features a showcase of residents’ apartments. Register. Free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A Route to the Moon and a Red Rectangle, Edward Belbruno, Courtyard Marriott, Route 1 South, 609-716-9100. Overcoming personal obstacles. Register. Noon.
Yoga for Depression, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Experiential lecture and workshop by Amy Weintraub, author of “”Yoga for Depression: A Compassionate Guide to Relieve Suffering Through Yoga.”” Register. $35. 12:30 p.m.
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Waterfront Park, Trenton Thunder Stadium, Trenton, 800-448-3543. 2 to 7 p.m.
History
Did Hauptmann Do It?, Raritan Millstone Heritage Alliance, New Jersey State Police Museum, West Trenton, 732-329-9159. Tour of the Lindbergh exhibit led by Rutgers University professor LLoyd Gardner. His new book, “”The Case That Never Dies: The Lindbergh Kidnapping,”” focuses on evidence in the case and how it was used and misused. Luncheon and book signing follow the tour. Register. $25. 10 a.m.
Hot Spots
Tom Cuozzo Jazz Trio, Cranbury Inn Restaurant, 21 South Main Street, Cranbury, 609-655-5595. 7 p.m.
Witz End, Finnigan’s, 529 Route 130 North, East Windsor, 609-448-8012. Rock covers. $6 door. 9 p.m.
The Blue Method, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Rock, blues, and funk covers and originals. 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
Breakfast with Larry Tritel, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. Morning brunch music features a mix of rock, blues, funk, jazz, oldies, and originals. 9 a.m. to noon.
Audiot, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-4377. Acoustic rock. Free. 8:30 p.m.
Cafe Improv, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. An open stage dedicated to live, home-grown performance where any kind of music poetry or performance is encouraged. Smoke free; every fourth Saturday from 9 to midnight. $1. 9 p.m.
For Families
Dairying, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Howell Living History Farm holds its annual dairy day. Visitors can help farmers make cheese, butter and ice cream. Free. 10 a.m.
Saturday Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
Chinese Hand Puppet Show, Middlesex County Cultural Commission, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-745-4489. “”Journey to the West,”” a traditional Chinese hand puppet show presented by Wang Da Chung Hand Puppet Group. Cultural background of Chinese puppetry and hands-on-demonstration to learn the basic movements of the folk tradition are presented. Puppets are hand-sized figures dressed in elaborately embroidered Chinese folk costume. Register. Free. 1 p.m. See story page 24.
Family Theater
Aladdin, Bucks County Playhouse, 70 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-2041. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Guided Canoe and Kayak Trip, Friends for the Marsh, Bordentown Beach, 609-924-4646. Eight miles of paddling in the marsh for all levels. Register. 8:00 a.m.
Bus Tour of the Canal, Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission, Princeton “”Dinky”” Train Station, University Place, 908-722-7428. Bus tour along the main line of the D&R Canal features the history and operation of the canal, a walk along the aqueduct in Plainsboro, and visiting locks at New Brunswick, South Bound Brook, Griggstown, and Kingston. Tour guides are Robert and Linda Barth. Box lunch included. Register. $40. 8:45 a.m.
Tour guides Robert and Linda Barth have led tours along waterways in New Jersey and throughout the Northeast for 15 years. Robert Barth is the president of the Canal Society of New Jersey and vice president of the American Canal Society. Linda Barth has authored two books about the D&R Canal, as well as the children’s book, “”Bridgetender’s Boy.””
Nature Sketching, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592. A day for teens and adults day to explore the blossoming wildflowers and use pencils to capture them on paper. Register. $15. 10 a.m.
Secret Life of Trees, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592. Join a naturalist to meet some of the trees of the reserve. Register. 1 p.m.
Sunset Saturday, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Watch the sunset over McCormack Lake. 8:30 p.m.
Peace Rally
Coalition for Peace Action, Tiger Park, Palmer Square, 609-924-5022. Rally to oppose continued U.S. occupation of Iraq. 1 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Thunder, Waterfront Park, 609-394-8326. Binghamton Mets. $5 to $9. 7:05 p.m.
WWE Smackdown: Red, White, and Bruised, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Tour features over 20 of superstars from World Wrestling Entertainment. $21 to $41. 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
June 27
Dance
Middle Eastern Dance, Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission, Monroe High School, 1629 Perrineville Road, 609-655-9232. Maqamikaze presents a family-suitable program of live musical numbers accompanied by Middle Eastern dances. $12. 2 p.m.
Drama
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Family-friendly comedy. $13 to $15. 2 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. Musical. $18. 2 p.m.
My Fair Lady, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Final performances of the 1956 Lerner and Loewe classic at McCarter. The show travels to Hartford Stage for a limited run, July 3 through August 1. $32 to $50. 7:30 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet, Princeton Rep Shakespeare Festival, Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater, 609-921-3682. Rain or shine. Free. $10 donation. 8 p.m.
Film
Branson: Musicland USA, New Jersey International Film Festival, Scott Hall 123, College Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-932-8482. Documentary directed by Peter Sillen (2003). Also “”Since Otar Left”” directed by Julie Bertuccelli in French, Russian, and Georgian, subtitled (2003). $6. 7 p.m.
Art
Nili Chernikoff Photography Exhibit, Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street, 609-921-0100. Reception for “”Dichotomies: Israel 2001-2002,”” a photography exhibit by Ewing resident Nili Chernikoff. On view through July 18. Sale from photographs benefits the Jewish Center. 2 to 4 p.m.
Classical Music
Songfest VII 2004, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. “”New American Cycles”” focuses on American composers Fung, Cipullo, Harbison, and Carter. Performers include sopranos, Faith Esham, Tory Browers, and Tony Arnold; and baritone Anthony Beck. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Talent Quest
Talent Quest 2K4, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Big Harv’s Talent Quest 2K4. $14.50 to $20.50. 6 p.m.
Outdoor Music Fest at Terhune Orchards
New Jersey Independent Music Festival, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-656-9014. New Jersey Independent Music Festival with contemporary singer-songwriters, traditional folk musicians. Kerry Drexler, Lynn Rosenthal, Two Looks Away, Sam Norman-Haignere, Scott Eggert, Marmaluk-Hajioannou, Ahmad Esmi, Bob Norman, Rusty & Jan, Lar & Yael Percussion Duo, Carol Selick, and Lost Highway Ramblers. 12 to 8:30 p.m.
Also Arlon Bennett, Vincent Terraciano, Angst for the Memory, Audiot, Briz, and others. All musicians will perform the last two songs of the show together.
Bring a blanket and lawn chair. No cover charge. Food and drinks available. No alcoholic beverages allowed.
Robin Austin, Summer Carillon Series, Cleveland Tower, Graduate College, College Road, 609-258-3654. Concert performed on the 1927 carillon, an instrument comprising 67 bronze bells played on a wooden keyboard. Refurbished in 1993, it is the fourth largest carillon in the nation. Musicians are Robin Austin, Eddie Chlamtax, Prudence Jones, and Melissa and Joyce Tse. Free. 1 p.m.
Good Causes
Walking Tours, Preservation New Jersey, Robert Treat Hotel Military Park, Newark, 609-392-6409. Register for morning walking tours of the military park historic district and the neighborhood. 9 a.m.
Set Dance, Sons and Daughters of Erin, Enterprise Firehouse, Klockner Road, Hamilton, 609-587-8375. Music by the Pete Kelly Ceili Band. $15. 2 p.m.
Field Day
Field Day 2004, Delaware Valley Radio Association, Sarnoff Corporation, West Windsor, 609-448-4375. National emergency communications exercise which sees amateur radio operators establishing emergency communication centers to run on emergency generators using temporary antennas. 2 p.m.
Faith
First Church of Christ Scientist, 16 Bayard Lane, Princeton, 609-924-5801. Christian Science. 10:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Reiki and Aromatherapy, Studio Zen, 57 Hamilton Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-7787. Introduction to Reiki and Aromatherapy. Register. $35. 1 to 3 p.m.
History
Evening Tour, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. Guided tour of the mansion’s first and second floors. Register. Free. 5 p.m.
Cool Spots
Breakfast with Larry Tritel, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. Morning brunch music features a mix of rock, blues, funk, jazz, oldies, and originals. 9 a.m. to noon.
Lectures
Free Market Discussion Group, Princeton Area. Free market and Austrian economics discussion group based in Princeton. E-mail michaelttepper@yahoo.com for location of monthly meeting. 3 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Bike Ride Along the Canal, Ski Barn, Route One North, Lawrenceville, 609-530-1666. Eight-mile bike ride along the Raritan Canal towpath with family and friends. Register. 10 a.m.
Singles
Yardley Singles, Pine Creek Golf, Hopewell, 215-736-1288. Miniature golf. $8. 5 p.m.
Sports
Golf Outing and Tournament, Bagel Hole, Cranbury Golf Club, West Windsor, 609-275-8977. Inaugural golf outing and tournament. Awards and prizes. Sign up at the Bagel Hole, 64 Princeton Hightstown Road, West Windsor. $10. 1 p.m.
Trenton Thunder, Waterfront Park, 609-394-8326. Binghamton Mets. $5 to $9. 1:35 p.m.
Softball Game, Bruce Cooke, Plainsboro Park, Plainsboro, 609-799-4674. Co-ed game for all abilities. Bring a glove if you have one. Register. 2 p.m.
Tour de Cure
Princeton Tour de Cure, American Diabetes Association, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Route 206 and Provinceline Road, 888-342-2383. The annual cycling event that attracts hundreds of cyclists, supporters, and volunteers to raise funds for diabetes research, information, and advocacy. Adult rides of 10, 30, and 62 miles; plus events for youth and children. Call to register or go to Website www.diabetes.org/tour. 6:30 a.m.
Tour de Cure is a ride, not a race, which offers three different routes for beginning, average, and conditioned cyclists. Also a 3K or 5K “”Funwalk”” with a 10:30 a.m. start time. The 62.3 mile ride begins at 7:30 a.m. The 30-mile ride begins at 9 a.m. The 10-mile ride for families and children begins at 10 a.m. Check-in times begin one hour prior to the start time of each ride.
Free diabetes screening, children’s activities, music. Breakfast and lunch for all riders and volunteers. All riders must wear helmets. Riders and volunteers use Province Line Road entrance.
Bristol-Myers Squibb is host of the event and an avid supporter for many years. Team Glucovance will try to top the more than $70,”000 the company’s team raised last year.
Monday
June 28
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Township Agricultural Advisory Committee, 609-799-2400. Meeting cancelled.
Drama
Zenobia, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Staged reading of “”Zenobia,”” a play written by Princeton resident Marvin Harold Cheiten. The sultry Queen of Palmyra takes on the entire Roman Empire in the Third Century. Jed Peterson directs. $3; free for subscribers. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
Hymn Sings, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Sing hymns with guest conductor. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Faith
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Panic Relief Inc., Hightstown, 732-937-4832. Non-profit education group for people with panic disorder offers programs in overcoming anxiety in elevators, cars, and planes. 7:30 p.m.
Drumming
Moondance Drum Circle, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Moondance Drum Circle with Elena Fernandez. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Lectures
Myron Orfield, Central Jersey Regional Equity Coalition, St. Anthony of Padua Church, 251 Franklin Street, Hightstown, 609-393-9434. Author and demographic analyst Myron Orfield speaks. Register. $15. 6 p.m.
Politics
Grand Illusion, Trenton Peace Action, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 West State Street, Trenton, 609-393-7643. Screening of Jean Renoir’s anti-war film “”Grand Illusion”” followed by discussion. The 1937 film features three French captives attempting to escape from a World War I German prison camp. Free. 7 p.m.
For Seniors
West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Movie: “”In America.”” 1 p.m.
Tuesday
June 29
Classical Music
Sing In, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Imani Winds, Princeton University Summer Concerts, Princeton University Chapel, 609-631-7884. The Imani Winds Quintet performs works by Villa-Lobos, Gyorgy Ligeti, and Mongo Santmaria. The group explores the links between European, African, and American music traditions. Free. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Manu Dawson, Integral Yoga of Princeton, 122 Carter Road, 609-683-9199. Diet and Nutrition presented by Manu Dawson. Register. $25. 7 p.m.
Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 655, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Chi Kung Intensive for healers. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Cool Spots
Bohemian Sunrise, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Reggae-funk band Bohemian Sunrise kicks off PST’s Tuesday night music series. The six-piece band has released two CDs, “”Soulstice”” and “”Intoxicating.”” $6 to $8. 8 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Storytime and crafts. 10 a.m.
For Teens
First Takes, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. Teen summer film series for students entering grade 8 to 12. Award-winning documentary filmmaker Dick Blofson speaks on filmmaking techniques and screens a short documentary. Free. 7 p.m.
Wednesday June 30
Drama
Swing, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
The Fantasticks, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Through Saturday, July 10. Bring a chair. $5 adults; $4 seniors; children free. 8:30 p.m.
Opens 6-30. Sign-language interpreted performance on Wednesday, July 7 (raindate July 8). The box office opens at 5:30 p.m. Chairs with back shorter than 40 inches may be placed on lawn area after 5:30 p.m. 42nd season of musicals.
Film
On the Waterfront, Thomas Sweet Outdoor Cinema, Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater, 609-924-7222. $3. 8 p.m.
Art
Art History Lecture Series, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. Maurice Mahler explores the world of Henry Matisse with slides, video and discussion. He is an artist, educator, and art history scholar. 7 p.m.
Literati
Jenny McPhee, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. Author Jenny McPhee talks about her new novel, “”No Ordinary Matter.”” Author of “”The Center of Things,”” McPhee, raised in Princeton, also co-authored “”Girls: Ordinary Girls and their Extraordinary Pursuits”” with her sisters Martha and Laura. They are the daughters of celebrated writer John McPhee. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Recital, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Folk Music
Traditions: A Coffee House, Old Barracks Museum, Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776. “”Stout,”” features four big guys performing 19th century folk and parlor music. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Ray Rodriguez, Carnegie Center Concert Series, Greenway Amphitheater at 202 Carnegie Center, 732-545-7200. Lunchtime music series. Free. Noon.
Princeton University, Frist Campus Center Lawn, 609-258-1742. Concert. Free. 5 p.m.
Summer Sounds, West Windsor Recreation and Parks, West Windsor Senior Center Gazebo, 609-799-6141. Jonathan Sprout presents an interactive childrens show. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Indoors if it rains. Free. 7 p.m.
Pop Music
Aerosmith, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 201-507-8900. Postponed by Sunday, June 20 due to illness. All tickets for that show will be honored. $32.50 to $85. 7:30 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration
Montgomery Recreation, Orchard Hill Elementary School, 609-466-3023. Entertainment, games, food, and fireworks. No rain date. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 655, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Pi Gu Weight Management. Register. $20. 6:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Larry Hinkes, Mediterra, 14 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. 7 p.m.
Pat Godwin, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8:30 p.m.
Oshe, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Improvisational instrumental jazz. 9:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
Moody McCarthy, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. New York comedians Moody McCarthy and Jeff Kreistler present stand up comedy. $10. 8:30 p.m.
House Tours
Drumthwacket Foundation, 354 Stockton Street, 609-683-0591. Guided public tours of New Jersey’s official governor’s residence. Free admission. Reservations required by phone or at www.drumthwacket.org. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lectures
New Jersey Foundation for Aging, Woodbridge Sheraton, 609-421-0206. “”Safe Mobility at Any Age,”” Call Grace Egan for an invitation to the series co-sponsored by Voorhees Transportation Center. 8:30 a.m.
Outdoor Action
Family Nature Walk, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Informal naturalist guided walk. Park entrance fee applies. 1 p.m.
Firefly Parade, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed
