Friday, February 20
School Sports
High School North Boys and Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT Tourney. 7 p.m.
High School South Boys and Girls Basketball, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. 7 p.m.
High School North Ice Hockey, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Hopewell Valley. 4 p.m.
Dance
Spring Dance Festival, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Berlind Theater, University Place, 609-258-2787. Student dancers performing in works by Ze-eva Cohen, Meghan Durham, Rebecca Lazier, guest choreographer Jessica Lang, and 10 student choreographers. $15. 8 p.m.
Drama
Getting Home, Berlind Theater Rehearsal Room, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Marc Wolf’s new one-man drama comes to McCarter. $10. 8 p.m.
Deathtrap, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Pierrot Productions presents Ira Levin’s black comedy. Opening night gala follows the performance. Paul Saunders of Plainsboro plays the part of Sidney Bruhl’s lawyer. Through February 29. $12 adults; $10 students. 8 p.m.
What About Luv?, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical comedy. $22.50 & $24. 8 p.m.
Footloose, Peddie School, William Mount-Burke Theater, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Musical based on the popular film is about a teenage boy, his mother, and their move from Chicago to a small town. Directed by Dennis Trainor, Jr. West Windsor actors include Katie Merriman, Alex Schlosser, Bridget Bagel, and Anna Brickner. $10. 8 p.m.
Night of the Assassins, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. Jose Triana drama directed by Rosemary Rodriguez ‘04. 8 p.m.
Spunk, Rider University, Yvonne Theater, Route 206, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5303. Drama with music based on three tales by Zora Neale Hurston, originally developed by George C. Wolfe. Performed by eight student actors, the show includes blues vocals by Ayodele Maakheru. $10. 8 p.m.
The Way of the World, Shakespeare ‘70, Studio Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. William Congreve’s comedy. $12. 8 p.m.
Clouds, Theatre Intime, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-1742. Aristophanes satire of Athenian life newly translated by Princeton faculty member Peter Meineck. Directed by Mark Spatt ‘06. $12. 8 p.m.
Art
Anne Elliott and Kim West, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. “Domestic Expectations and Upheavals” by Anne Elliott and Kim West continues to March 5. West, focusing on vintage ideals of American society, makes functional houseware and photographic images. Elliott uses her computer to manipulate photos and then paints them with acrylic. Free. 9 a.m.
Judith Kennerk, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0462. “The Summer Gardens of Old Princeton Junction,” an exhibit of photographs by West Windsor resident Judith Kennerk. Through February 29. 10 a.m.
Classical Music
Adorno in Damstadt, Institute for Advanced Study, West Building Lecture Hall, Einstein Drive, 609-734-8228. “Adorno in Darmstadt,” a lecture by philosopher Lydia Goehr in conjunction with the Recent Pasts 20/21 concert series organized by Jon Magnussen. Weekend concerts focus on Arnold Schoenberg with performances Friday and Saturday evening, February 21 and 22. Free. 4 p.m.
John O’Conor, Princeton Fund for Irish Studies, Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-4712. John O’Conor introduces and plays music by John Field. Free. 4:30 p.m.
Eun-Mee Jeong & Christine McLeavey, Friends of Music at Princeton, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. Student recital by violinist Eun-Mee Jeong and pianist Christine McLeavey presenting works by Bach, Wolpe, Brahms, and Fritz Kreisler. Free. 8 p.m.
Organ Concert, Princeton University Chapel, Washington Road, 609-258-3654. Organ concert by David Messineo, principal university organist. $10 adults; students free. 8 p.m.
Folk Music
Heidi Mueller & Charlie Zahm, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 55 Walnut Lane, 609-799-0944. Heidi Muller is an award-winning songwriter, guitarist, and mountain dulcimer player. Her latest CD is “Gypsy Wind.” Singer and instrumentalist Charlie Zahm replaces previously announced musician Tom Pacheco who is unable to perform for health reasons. $15 adult; $3 for age 11 and under. 8:15 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Loves and Longings, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. “Loves and Longings: A Jazz Tribute to the Music of Joni Mitchell and George Harrison” features Vince DiMura on jazz piano, Kip Rosser on theremin, and Dan Fabricatore on bass. $22. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
Fountains of Wayne, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Pop music. $20 to $25. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Ruth A. Golush, Cranbury, 609-426-9693. Reiki training. Also Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register. $250. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Jackson Perdue, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $12. 8:30 and 11 p.m.
Casual Blue, Finnigan’s, 529 Route 130 North, East Windsor, 609-448-8012. With Dexterity and Stillicide. $6 door. 9 p.m.
Two Feet Pete Band, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. R&B with lap steel and harmonica. 10 p.m.
Cool Spots
Open Mic Night, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. Larry Tritel hosts all types of performers. 7 p.m.
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.
Thomas McAteer, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Acoustic singer-songwriter. Free. 8 p.m.
Late Night Series, Mercer College, Studio Theater, CM 122, West Windsor, 609-586-9446. Poetry, music, drama, comedy, and open mic, hosted by Post Midnight and Joel McGlynn. Sign up at 9:30 to perform. Free. 10 p.m.
For Teens
North By Northwest, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. The film and discussion series for teens continues with Alfred Hitchcock’s 1959 thriller. West Windsor and Plainsboro students in grades 8 to 12 are welcome. Free. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Tax Assistance, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Tax filing assistance with AARP trained volunteers. Register. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Colin L. Powell, Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-3000. U.S. Secretary of State Colin L. Powell delivers an opening address for the day-long George F. Kennan Centennial Conference and Crystal Tiger Award. Powell’s topic is the new security environment. Talk is co-hosted by the Institute for Advanced Study. Simulcast. Tickets required. Free. 10 a.m.
Outdoor Action
Owl Prowl, Plainsboro Preserve, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. The Wonder of Nature Series for Families presents a search for owls. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. $8. 7 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Bakersfield. $9.50 to $23. 7:30 p.m.
Princeton Men’s Basketball, Jadwin Gym, 609-258-3538. Yale. $9. 8 p.m.
Saturday February 21
School Sports
High School North Boys and Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT Tourney. Call for time.
High School South Boys and Girls Basketball, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. Call for time.
Dance
Spring Dance Festival, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Berlind Theater, University Place, 609-258-2787. $15. 8 p.m.
Drama
Night of the Assassins, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. Drama. 2 p.m.
Getting Home, Berlind Theater Rehearsal Room, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Marc Wolf’s new one-man drama. $10. 8 p.m.
Deathtrap, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Black comedy. $12. 8 p.m.
Footloose, Peddie School, William Mount-Burke Theater, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Musical. $10. 8 p.m.
Literati
C.K. Williams, Princeton U-Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. Poet and Princeton professor C.K. Williams reads from 2003 National Book Award-winning collection, “The Singing.” Williams, who teaches creative writing at Princeton and is a lecturer with the rank of professor in the Council of the Humanities, won the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for his previous collection of poems, “Repair.” Free. 11 a.m.
Classical Music
Recent Pasts 20/21, Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive, 609-734-8228. “Arnold Schoenberg: Broadening the Circle,” a concert program by pianist and composer Stefan Litwin, with music by Bach, Alban Berg, Charles Ives, and others. Program repeated Sunday, February 22, at 4 p.m. Free tickets must be requested in advance. 8 p.m.
Faure Requiem, Princeton University Concert Choir, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. $20. 8 p.m.
The Man Show, Theatre Intime, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-1742. All male a cappella. $10. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Birth of the Cool, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Grammy winning saxophonist Joe Lovano and his nine-piece jazz ensemble perform music from Miles Davis’ landmark recording, “Birth of the Cool.” Also on the program, trumpet sensation Roy Hargrove and his quintet. $33 to $39. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
Kansas, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. Rock group. $28 to $36. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Casino Night, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. Black Jack, craps, big wheel, roulette, 50/50, auction, prizes, and $50 fun chips. $45. 8 p.m.
Art and Music Festival
Lawrence Arts & Music Festival, Lawrence Township, Rider University Student Center, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-844-7067. Third Annual Lawrence Arts and Music Festival. Rider University’s Lawrenceville campus is the location for this year’s day-long, “town-gown” community-wide festival. Artists and performers from Rider’s Lawrenceville and Princeton campuses and the Lawrence Township community-at-large will be featured in a variety of venues including music, dance, theater, poetry, performance, and visual arts. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Food & Dining
Acme Music Co., Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Dinner and dancing to jazz standards and Bossa Nova by Acme Music. By reservation. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Michele B. Engoran, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 655, Plainsboro, 609-750-7432. Introduction to Intuitive Development. Register. $45. 1 p.m.
Hot Spots
George Steckert, Amarone’s Windsor Inn, 29 Church Street, Windsor, 609-448-7144. Mellow sounds. 8 p.m.
Jackson Perdue, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $14. 8:30 and 11 p.m.
Alfred James, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Singer-songwriter duo. 10 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Saturday Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
S4S, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Free tutoring for grades 3 and up. 10:30 a.m.
Black History Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 609-716-1570. To celebrate Black History Month, the featured story is “Beautiful Blackbird,” winner of the 2003 Coretta Scott King Award. 11 a.m.
Young Artists at Ellarslie, Ellarslie, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, 609-989-1191. Aundretta Wrights presents “Drawing in Color” workshop. Morning session is kindergarten to grade three; afternoon for grade four, parents, teachers, and interested adults. Free. Registration required. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Junior Apprentice Workshop Series, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. Maria Evans teaches a workshop based on the art of Red Grooms. For ages 8 to 12. Register, $45. 12:30 p.m.
For Families
Winter Kitchen, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Visit the circa 1900 kitchen with a woodburning stove, ice burning refrigerator, a safe for keeping pies, and a tin-lined sink with a faucet that runs when you pump it. Cooking demonstrations, recipe sampling, and hands-on experiences. Free. 10 a.m.
Maple Sugaring, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Participatory demonstration in the procedures of home maple sugar production. Register. Free. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Follow the Drinking Gourd, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. In celebration of Black History Month, the original production explains how slaves used the Big Dipper to find their way to freedom. $3 adults; $2 children. 2 and 4 p.m.
For Teens
Dance-A-Thon, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, Westin, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-919-9292. Music, dancing, and giveaways for students from over 20 high schools in central New Jersey. Students earn community service, meet other students in the area, and help raise money for statewide efforts to eliminate child abuse. 5:30 p.m.
Family Theater
Camp Muckalucka, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Interactive musical about summer camp with T’Bone – Tom Stankus. Free hot dogs and bug juice in the lobby before the show. $8. 2 and 4 p.m.
Lectures
Princeton University, 609-258-3000.
David N. Spergel presents “Taking the Universe’s Baby Picture.” 9:15 a.m.
Harold T. Shapiro presents “Toward a More General Purpose: Higher Education and Society: Non Nobis Solum (Not for Ourselves Alone).” 9:15 a.m.
Brian W. Kernighan presents “D is for Digital and Why It Matters.” 9:15 a.m.
Carolyn Abbate presents “What’s All That Singing About?” 9:15 a.m.
Joseph S. Nye Jr. presents “Soft Power and the War on Terrorism.” 10:30 a.m.
Daniel Kahneman presents “The Psychology of Risk.” 10:30 a.m.
Michael G. Wood presents “Oedipus on the Road: How Not to Escape Your Destiny.” 10:30 a.m.
John M. Murrin presents “From Jamestown to the Persian Gulf: War and Society in American History.” 10:30 a.m.
Science Lectures
Michael Souza, Science on Saturday, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, Forrestal Campus, Route 1, 609-243-2121. “Glass, the Canvas for Science: From the Glassblowers’ Perspective” presented by Michael Souza, Department of Chemistry, Princeton University. Geared toward students, but open to everyone. Register at www.pppl.gov. Free. 9:30 a.m.
Outdoor Action
Maple Sugaring Hike & Maple Cafe, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592. Tree tapping, sap collecting, boiling, and history of maple sugaring at 9 and 10:30 a.m, and Noon. Pancake brunch from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Register. Program, $5. Brunch, $5 adults; $4 children. 9 a.m.
All About Owls, Plainsboro Preserve, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Search for elusive owls. Dress for the weather. $15. 3 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Men’s Basketball, Jadwin Gym, 609-258-3538. Brown. $9. 7:30 p.m.
Sunday February 22
George Washington’s Birthday.
Drama
Deathtrap, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Black comedy. $12. 2 p.m.
Getting Home, Berlind Theater Rehearsal Room, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. $10. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
Junko Ota Pecht & Ena Bronstein Barton, Friends of Music at Princeton, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. Teacher’s recital with Junk Ota Pecht, violin, and Ena Bronstein Barton, piano, in a program of works by Mozart, Debussy, and Brahms. Free. 3 p.m.
Recent Pasts 20/21, Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive, 609-734-8228. “Arnold Schoenberg: Broadening the Circle,” a concert program by Stefan Litwin, piano, with music by Bach, Alban Berg, Charles Ives, and others. A concert talk by Litwin and Jon Magnussen precedes the program at 2:30 p.m. in Wolfensohn Hall. Free tickets must be requested in advance. 4 p.m.
World Music
Kleztravaganza, Princeton University Center for Jewish Life, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. Klezmer music featuring the Klez Dispensers, the group that had its beginnings on the Princeton University campus when the members were students. CD release party in the lounge follows the concert to celebrate their new CD, “The New Jersey Freylekhs.” The student group, The Klezmocrats, also perform. $15. 3 p.m.
Good Causes
Art Show and Celebration, Power of Prayer, Trenton Marriott Lafayette Yard, 609-346-6873. African American Breast Cancer Survivor Art Show benefits the Power of Prayer Cancer Spa. Artists Larry “Poncho” Brown and Karen Y. Buster participate. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Washington’s Birthday
Washington’s Birthday Celebration, Johnson Ferry House, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-2515. Domestic and educational activities of the 18th century including gingerbread baking, spinning, lace-making, woodworking, and dentistry. Visitors invited to participate in colonial games, quill pen writing, and schooling activities. Donation, $5 per individual, couple, or family. 1 p.m.
Faith
Concert, First Presbyterian Church of Dutch Neck, 154 South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0712. Bell and Chancel Choir performance includes Mozart’s Mass in C. Free will donation. 4 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Carrier Clinic, 252 Route 601, 908-281-1513. Bright Futures for Kids program for ages 4 to 12 serves children of families affected by addiction. Free and open to the public. 11 a.m.
History
Annual Meeting, Lawrence Historical Society, Lawrence Township Municipal Building, 609-895-1728. Featured speaker is T. James Luce, Princeton University Professor Emeritus and author of “New Jersey’s Sourland Mountain,” with a talk titled “Mills, Hills, and Stills.” Free. 2 p.m.
For Families
Open House, Oak Crest Day Camp, 92 Cortelyous Lane, Somerset, 732-297-2000. Full, and part-time programs for pre-school to grade 8. Four, five, six, seven, or eight-week sessions. Eight weeks, full day, $3,”595 to $4,”200. Transportation and hot lunch included Extended day available. Golf, archery, swimming, bumper boats, mountain biking, and arts. New 5,”000 square foot heated pool. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Open House, Rambling Pines Day Camp, Route 518, Hopewell, 609-466-1212. Full day, mini day, or trip choices featuring horseback, gymnastics, creative and performing arts, computer, and swimming. Lunch and transportation provided. Extended hours available. 1 p.m.
Maple Sugaring, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Participatory demonstration in the procedures of home maple sugar production. Register. Free. 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Tracks, Scat, and Other Animal Signs, Plainsboro Preserve, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Wonders of Nature Series for Families features a talk about animal tracks and signs and a track stamp to take home. Investigation outside focuses on what animals have been up and about this winter. Dress for the weather. $8. 2 p.m.
Monday February 23
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Site Plan, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400. Meeting. 7:30 p.m.
West Windsor Township Agricultural Advisory Committee, 271 Clarksville Road, 609-799-2400. Cancelled. 9 a.m.
West Windsor Township Council, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400. Meeting. 7:45 p.m.
School Sports
High School North and South Ice Hockey, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. Call for time.
Good Causes
Spay and Neuter Day, Animal Friends for Education and Welfare, Cornercopia, Old Trenton Road, East Windsor, 609-433-6421. Cats: $35 and $45. Dogs: $50 and up. By appointment beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Kids Stuff
Bears, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Toddlertime. 10:30 a.m.
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. All ages. 4:30 p.m.
For Seniors
West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Movie: “Under the Tuscan Sun.” 1 p.m.
West Windsor Warblers, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Choral music group. New voices are welcome. 1 p.m.
Tuesday February 24
Municipal Meetings
WW-P Board of Education, Grover Middle School, 609-716-5000. Business meeting. 7:30 p.m.
School Sports
High School North Boys and Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT Tourney. 5:30 p.m.
High School South Boys and Girls Basketball, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. 5:30 p.m.
Dance
Noche Flamenca, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Founded in Madrid, the 10-member Spanish company strive to present the essence of flamenco. $33 to $39. 8 p.m.
Literati
Ray Rogers, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-514-0040. Book signing for “The Philadelphia Flower Show: Celebrating 175 Years.” Free. 7 p.m.
Fred I. Greenstein, Princeton U-Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. Princeton professor introduces his new book, “The George W. Bush Presidency: An Early Assessment.” Free. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Multi-Level Yoga, Windrows Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 732-422-0700. Taught by a registered nurse. $15. 7 p.m.
Hot Spots
Mardi Gras Party, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Party with Parti Gras plus crawfish, stilt walker, beads, and dancing. $5 cover. 9:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-514-0040. Story time and crafts. 10 a.m.
Babies Taking Charge, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Storytime. 10:30 a.m.
Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 609-716-1570. For ages 2 to 4. 11 a.m.
Parenting Lecture
Michael Gurian, Chapin School, 4101 Princeton Pike, Princeton. 609-924-2449. New York Times best-selling author and educator, speaks on “The Wonder of Boys and Girls: Understanding the Hidden Nature of Our Sons and Daughters.” Free and open to the public. 7:30 p.m.
Lectures
Black History Month Pass the Mic Panel, College of New Jersey, Music Building, Ewing, 609-771-2368. Black History Month event open panel discussion on minority educational issues, integration and separation, higher education, and minority professionals. Panel presented by members of the African-American Studies Department, Campus Life, and the Educational Opportunity Fund. Free. 7 p.m.
Daniel Libeskind, Princeton University Center for Jewish Life, McCosh 50, 609-258-3635. Architect of the new World Trade Center “Building Places from Memory” speaks. Free. 8 p.m.
Wednesday February 25
Municipal Meetings
Plainsboro Township Committee, Municipal Building, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-0909. Agenda meeting. 7:30 p.m.
West Windsor Township Planning Board, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400. Meeting. 8 p.m.
School Sports
High School North and South Ice Hockey, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. Call for time.
Hot Spots
B.D. Lenz, Mediterra, 14 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. Funky jazz guitar. 7 p.m.
Billy Jaye, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $10. 8:30 p.m.
Dave Homan Ho-Tet, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and Latin Jazz. 9:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
S4S, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Free tutoring for grades 3 and up. 5 p.m.
For Parents
College Funding Seminar, Hightstown High School, Leschin Lane, Hightstown, 609-799-0462. Kevin Simme presents seminar and workshop “Helping Parents Take Control of the Financial Aid Process.” Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Black Theater Lecture
Philip Rose, Rider University, Yvonne Theater, Route 206, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5303. “You Can’t Do That on Broadway: The Plight of African Americans on Broadway” presented by stage and movie producer of “Raisin in the Sun.” He is also author of the book, “You Can’t Do That on Broadway.” Free. 7 p.m.
For Seniors
Yoga for Seniors, Windrows Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 732-422-0700. Taught by a registered nurse. The community is welcome. 9:30 a.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Johnstown. $9.50 to $23. 7 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Relay for Life, American Cancer Society, On the Border, 3567 Route 1, West Windsor, 609-895-0867. Kick off event for individuals and team participants at the annual Relay for Life events in June to support cancer research, education, and patient and family services in the community. Register. 6 p.m.
Thursday February 26
Drama
Annie, High School North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5100, ext. 5178. Musical based on a comic strip character about an orphan and her dreams. Directed by Cherylanne Moffett. $7. 8 p.m.
Art
Dinner and a Movie, Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. “Sculptors of Influence” film series features Isamu Noguchi. Films are free with paid park admission. Dinner by Souffle at 5:30 p.m.; for reservations call 609-890-6015. 7:30 p.m.
Literati
Sgt. Randy Sutton, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 609-716-1570. Author of “True Blue: Police Stories,” a collection of stories about police work by officers throughout the United States. Sutton is a Princeton High School graduate, Class of 1975, who worked as a police officer in Princeton and is now a police sergeant in Las Vegas. Free. 7 p.m.
World Music
Paco de Lucia Septet, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia in concert features jazz, pop, and Latin with a hint of his Muslim and Jewish roots. $37 to $43. 8 p.m.
Hot Spots
Billy Jaye, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $10. 8:30 p.m.
3-D, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. World beat reggae, funk, and Latin. 10 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
Babies Taking Charge, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Storytime and craft. 4:15 p.m.
Lectures
Tax Assistance, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Tax filing assistance with AARP trained volunteers. Register. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spiritual Intelligence, Lawrence Headquarters Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6920. Charles W. Mark speaks on the physical brain and spiritual identity. Free with registration. 7 p.m.
For Seniors
West Windsor Senior Center, Municipal Complex, 609-799-9068. Keenager’s pot luck dinner. Call Ruth Boyd at 609-799-0211. 5:30 p.m.
Sports
Rider Basketball, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Rider vs. Manhattan. Adults: $6 to $16; children $3 to $13. 7:30 p.m.
Friday February 27
School Sports
High School North Ice Hockey, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT finals. Call for time.
High School South Ice Hockey, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. MCT. Call for time.
High School South Wrestling, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. NJSIAA. tba a.m.
High School North Wrestling, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. NJSIAA Districts. 5 p.m.
Drama
Annie, High School North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5100, ext. 5178. Musical based on a comic strip character about an orphan and her dreams. Directed by Cherylanne Moffett. $10. 8 p.m.
Deathtrap, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Black comedy. $12. 8 p.m.
The Vagina Monologues, Princeton Theological Seminary, Mackay Campus Center Auditorium, 609-497-7760. Eve Ensler’s Obie Award-winning play. Benefit for the Resource Center for Women and Their Families, a domestic violence agency in Somerset County, and V-Day spotlight, the murdered and missing women of Juarez. $10 suggested donation. 8 p.m.
Film
A Journey Across Cultures, West Windsor Arts Council, Grover Middle School, Village Road, West Windsor, 609-919-1982. Second of three films in the West Windsor Film Festival features the 2003 film by the Chinese director, Chen Kaige, about a youth’s music journey in changing China. For adults and mature youth. Film, speaker, and culturally-themed refreshments, $10. 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Yingchao Zhang, an active member of the arts council, introduces the cultural and historical context of the film. Kang Zhang, a film critic and an actor, shares insights and opens a discussion.
Art
Youth Arts Month, WW-P Regional School District, Plainsboro Municipal Building, 609-716-5000. Reception for the artists contributing to the 12th annual district youth art exhibit. 7 to 9 p.m.
Classical Music
Geoffrey Burleson, Friends of Music at Princeton, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. Pianist Geoffrey Burleson, known internationally as a recitalist, concerto soloist, chamber musician, and jazz pianist, presents an unusual program that opens with Beethoven’s Sonata in F-sharp Major, with works by Rachmaninoff, Ligeti, and Princeton alumnus David Rakowsky. Free. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
From Bayou to Bourbon Street, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. A New Orleans music fest with Marcia Ball, the Grammy-nominated “Bayou Queen of the Piano,” with the Dirty Dozen Jazz Band, and Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys. $35 to $41. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
An Evening at McCarter Theater, Cancer Care, McCarter Theater, 609-924-8752, ext. 122. Benefit evening begins with cocktail reception honoring Dr. Michel Kane of the Cancer Institute of New Jersey at Hamilton followed by a performance of Lousiana blues and jazz by Bayou to Bourbon Street. Proceeds go to Cancer Care’s free services which include counseling, financial assistance, and education. Preregister at ext. 122. $100 donation. 5:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:15 a.m.
Hot Spots
Billy Jaye, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $12. 8:30 p.m. and 11 p.m.
LT Fuzz, Finnigan’s, 529 Route 130 North, East Windsor, 609-448-8012. With Hum Daisy. $6 door. 9 p.m.
Bohemian Sunrise, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Global jamband. 10 p.m.
Cool Spots
Audiot, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Acoustic blues and eclectic rock. Free. 8 p.m.
David W. Jacobsen, Bucks County Coffee, 5 Palmer Square, 609-497-6877. Acoustic songs combining social commentary and melancholy reflection. Free. 8 p.m.
Late Night Series, Mercer College, Studio Theater, CM 122, West Windsor, 609-586-9446. Poetry, music, drama, comedy, and open mic, hosted by Post Midnight and Joel McGlynn. Sign up at 9:30 to perform. Free. 10 p.m.
Tax Help
Tax Assistance, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Tax filing with AARP trained volunteers. Register. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 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
Princeton Hockey, Hobey Baker Rink, 609-258-3538. Rensselaer, $9. 7 p.m.
Princeton Men’s Basketball, Jadwin Gym, 609-258-3538. Columbia. $9. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday February 28
School Sports
High School North and South Wrestling, Call for location, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. NJSIAA Districts. Call for time.
Drama
Deathtrap, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Black comedy. $12. 2 and 8 p.m.
Annie, High School North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5100, ext. 5178. Musical based on a comic strip character about an orphan and her dreams. Directed by Cherylanne Moffett. $10. 8 p.m.
The Vagina Monologues, Princeton Theological Seminary, Mackay Campus Center Auditorium, 609-497-7760. Eve Ensler’s Obie Award-winning play. $10 suggested donation. 8 p.m.
Book Sale
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.
Classical Music
Jazz in the Sanctuary, Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church, 124 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-1666. Musicians of the Jazz Institute of New Jersey in concert. $15 donation. 5 p.m.
Appalachia Waltz, CAPPS, Mount-Burke Theater, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Mark O’Connor’s Appalachia Waltz Ensemble, a string trio founded in 2002, presents his “Appalachia Waltz” concert, an evening of original chamber music. $20. 8 p.m.
Old World Delights, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, War Memorial, Trenton, 800-ALLEGRO. Featuring Rachmaninoff’s “Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini.” Kristjan Jarvi conducts. Curtis Institute student Di Wu is featured at the piano. $17 to $69. 8 p.m.
Folk Music
John Sebastian & Michelle Shocked, Coalition for Peace Action, Nassau Presbyterian Church, 609-924-5022. The annual Concert for Peace features John Sebastian and Michelle Shocked. Proceeds benefit the Peace Action Education Fund. Sponsors pre-concert reception and dinner at 6 p.m, $11
