Friday August 12
Drama
Nunsense A-Men!, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. Opening night of the whimsical story of the Order of the Little Sisters of Hoboken after 52 sisters die of botulism portrayed by an all-male cast. Wine, refreshments, and mingle with cast and crew after. Through August 27. $25 to $27. 8 p.m.
Meshuggah-Nuns, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
Into the Woods, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical presented by Pennington Players. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Playhouse 22, 210 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick, 732-254-3939. Comedy. $20. 8 p.m.
The Voice of the Turtle, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-7062. John Van Druten’s comedy about a Princeton University graduate on military leave during World War II. Through August 14. $13 to $15. 8 p.m.
The Wiz, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. TeensVill production of the soft rock musical version of “The Wizard of Oz.” $16. 8 p.m.
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical history of rhythm and blues. Bring a chair. $5 adults; $4 seniors; children free. 8:30 p.m.##M:[more]##
Dinner Theater
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Omicron Theater Productions, Tiffany’s Restaurant, 812 Route 33, Hamilton, 609-443-5598. Dinner and interactive mystery. Reservations, $49. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Le Nozze di Figaro, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Opening night of the company’s first fully-staged production at McCarter. The Marriage of Figaro by W.A. Mozart is performed in Italian with English surtitles. Performances continue with Il Barbieri di Siviglia and Cherubino through Sunday, August 21. $35 and $45. 7:30 p.m.
Stephanie Thomas of West Windsor is in the chorus. Bob and Juliet Martone of Plainsboro are supernumeries. See story, page 26.
Jazz & Blues
Wilbo Wright, Gallery 125, 125 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-393-8998. Wright is a West Windsor resident. 5 to 9 p.m.
Pop Music
Brian Wilson, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 732-335-0400. 8 p.m.
Fairs
Trenton 2 Nite, Trenton Downtown Association, South Warren and West Lafayette streets, Trenton, 609-393-8998. Food and drink specials. Sidewalks are lined with artists, crafters, and food vendors. Parking is available at the Marriott garage. 5 to 9 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Shakuhachi, Center for Relaxation and Healing, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 655, Plainsboro, 609-750-7432. Glenn Swann performs on the Japanese bamboo flute. Register. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Clifford Adams and Inner Flight, Trenton Marriott, Lafayette Street, Trenton, 609-421-4000. 5 to 9 p.m.
John Bianculli, Rats Restaurant, Grounds for Sculpture, 16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-584-7800. Solo piano. Also, Saturday. 6 p.m.
Eddie Clark, Bob Debono, and Steve Trevelise, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Animus, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Cool Spots
Ryan Asher, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Singer songwriter presents pop melodies. 8 p.m.
Family Theater
Oz, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Youth Stages brings a new interactive version of the classic tale with Dorothy, Toto, a tin man, a scarecrow, and a cowardly lion. Also, Saturday, August 13. $7. 9:45 and 11:15 a.m.
Science
Hatching the Past: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Exhibit continues through December 31.
Outdoor Action
Frog Surveys, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Help collect vital data and find out what the strange noises you hear coming from a nearby pond are. Data collected is added to the Herp Atlas Project with the New Jersey Department of Protection. Begins at sunset. Call for time and to register. Free. 7 p.m.
Singles
Singles Speak-Up Toastmasters, Mary Jacobs Library, 64 Washington Street, Rocky Hill, 609-448-6434. Structured and unstructured speaking activities followed by a social gathering at an area restaurant. Guests welcome. Noon.
Sports
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. Akron. $5 to $9. 7:05 p.m.
Sports for Causes
March of Dimes Charity 5K, J and J Family Fitness, West Windsor Community Park, Princeton-Hightstown Road, 800-628-9938. Fundraiser to benefit March of Dimes invites everyone to walk the 3.1 mile walk with the moms and babies. Talk by a March of Dimes representative. Refreshments, giveaways, prizes. Donations invited. 10 a.m.
Saturday
August 13
Dance
Emerging Choreographic Showcase, Roxey Ballet, Canal Studios, 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7616, ext. 807. Second annual event features original works by professional cutting edge choreographers and advanced dancers at the Mill Ballet School. Also, August 14. $25. 3 and 7 p.m.
Drama
Nunsense A-Men!, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. Musical. $25. 2 and 8 p.m.
Voice of the Turtle, Princeton Summer Theater, Murray Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-7062. $13-$15. 2 and 8 p.m.
Meshuggah-Nuns, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
Into the Woods, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Playhouse 22, 210 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick, 732-254-3939. Comedy. $20. 8 p.m.
The Wiz, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. TeensVill production. $16. 8 p.m.
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Art
Oriental Bookbinding, MGP Studio Arts Gallery, 430 Union Square, New Hope, 215-862-9690. Workshop on the Eastern traditional of binding books using Japanese and other oriental papers in historical traditional models. Register. $85. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Literati
Andrew Lubin booksigning, Classic Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Andrew Lubin, author of “Charlie Battery,” about his son’s experience as a soldier in Iraq, discusses and signs copies of his book. Noon to 2 p.m.
Classical Music
Beaumarchais Symposium, New Jersey Opera Theater, Nassau Club, Princeton, 609-258-2787. All-day symposium presented by a theater historian, a social historian, and a musicologist. Coordinated by Cori Ellison, New York City Opera dramaturg. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Register. $55. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Beaumarchais Plus, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Staged rarities from Paisiello, Milhaud, and Corigliano performed by Summer Institute Singers with piano accompaniment. Also, Sunday, August 14. $25 and $35. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Karen Zumbrunn Trio, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. $15 minimum. 7 p.m.
Carol Heffler Quartet, Lambertville Station, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-397-4400. Carol Heffler, vocals; Jim Ridl, piano; Matt Parish, bass; and Mark Pultorak, drums. 9 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Slo-Motion, Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, Mercer County Park, near the ice rink, 609-989-6899. Bring blanket, chair, and picnic. Free. 6 p.m.
Midsummer Music Series, West Windsor Arts Council, Nassau Park Pavilion Gazebo, West Windsor, 609-919-1982. Outdoor concert featuring singer guitarist and High Tone recording artist Chris Smither, area artist Kyle Van Dyke, and the reggae sounds of Patrick Mystery. Rain or shine behind Panera Bread. Free. 7 p.m.
Pre-concert benefit at Blue Tulip, also in Nassau Park, features wine, cheese, and refreshments from 4 to 9 p.m. A percentage of the evening sales benefit WWAC.
Cheryl Wheeler, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Writer of ballads, Cheryl Wheeler is also a funny social critic. Register. $23. 7:30 p.m.
World Music
Nrithyanjali Institute of Dance, Holmdel High School, 36 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, 732-398-9895. Arrangetram of Jyotsna Sita Ramachandran. West Windsor and Plainsboro students performing. 5 p.m.
Good Causes
Pre-Concert Benefit, West Windsor Arts Council, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-919-1982. Wine, cheese, and refreshments. A percentage of the evening sales benefit WWAC. Register by E-mail at secretary@westwindsorarts.org. Free. 4 p.m.
Butterfly Festival
At the Watershed
Butterfly Festival, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592. Fifth Annual Butterfly Festival celebrates the beauty and magical qualities of the Garden State’s native butterflies. Tours of the Kate Gorrie Memorial Butterfly House, naturalist-led hikes, live music, children’s games, crafts, and organic food vendors. $15 per car or $5 individuals. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All-day demonstrations by Segway Human Transporters, solar sprint cars, alternative fuel vehicles, solar power companies, river-friendly companies, and PSE&G. Food vendors include Brothers Moon Restaurant and the Bent Spoon. Wares include photographs of nature, natural cosmetics and cleaning products, solar products, native plants to attract butterflies, bird carvings, and rain barrels.
Irish Music Festival
Guiness Irish Music Festival, Ancient Order of Hibernians, 2419 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-581-8348. Entertainment by Eileen Ivers, Celtic violinist of Riverdance, and her band Immigrant Soul. Also appearing are the New Jersey United Pipe Band, the Willie Lynch Band, and the Barley Boys. Benefit for The Holy Cross Anodyne Trust and Heroic Choices. $25. 4 p.m.
Faith
P’Nai Or of Princeton, Trinity Church, Princeton, 609-434-1444. Celebration of acquiring a Torah for the egalitarian congregation affiliated with the Jewish Renewal movement. Led by Rabbi Marcia Prager and Hazzan Jack Kessler. 10 a.m.
Food & Dining
Honey Harvest, New Jersey Museum of Agriculture, College Farm Road and Route 1, North Brunswick, 732-249-2077. Seminar on honey harvesting. $4. Noon to 3 p.m.
Farmers Market:
Indian Cooking Demo
West Windsor Township, Vaughn Drive near the Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-577-5113. Ganges Indian Restaurant demonstrates how to make Chicken Masala and talks about Indian spices and cooking techniques at 11:30 a.m. Glenn Swann performs on the shakuhachi, the traditional Japanese bamboo shoot at 10 a.m. Breakfast pastries, grilled egg sandwiches, barbecue, fruit smoothies, and handmade ice cream available. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Food & Dining
Cooking Demonstration, Miele, 9 Independence Way, Princeton, 800-843-7231. Register. Noon.
Jersey Fresh Wine and Food Festival, Slow Food USA, Mercer College, West Windsor, 609-588-0085. “A Taste of New Jersey” is co-hosted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and Slow Food USA. Samples and sales from more than 10 New Jersey wineries. Food available from more than 12 restaurants. Farmer’s and seafood markets, cooking demonstrations, seminars, cookbook authors, kids activities, music, and crafters. Also, Sunday, August 14. $20. Noon to 5 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Blood Drive, Community Blood Council, Trenton Farmers Market, Spruce Street, Ewing, 609-695-2998. 9 a.m. to noon.
Open House, Capital Health System, 433 Bellevue Avenue, Trenton, 800-255-3440. Health screenings and children’s games. Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pre-Natal Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Breathing techniques for relaxation, energy conservation, and mental focus. $25. 10:30 a.m.
New Mom and Baby Yoga. For mothers and babies ages four weeks to six months. $20. Noon.
Aero-Bhangra. Indian dance workout with Gangotri Goyal. $15. 12:15 p.m.
History
Artillery Demonstrations, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-9303. Revolutionary War reenactment groups, Lamb’s Artillery Company and Daniel Morgan’s Rifle Company, conduct artillery, rifle, and musket demonstrations all day. Cannon firing demonstrations begin at noon. Park vehicle entrance fee of $5. 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Eddie Clark, Bob Debono, and Steve Trevelise, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Sunset Saturdays, KatManDu, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-393-7300. $8 cover. 8:30 p.m.
Tim Butler, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Creative Sewing, Princeton Girl Scouts, Princeton Recreation Department, 609-933-9884. Choose fabric and beads to sew a bag or purse. Free. 9:30 a.m. to noon.
Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. Meet Spot the dog and read stories about his adventures. 11 a.m.
For Families
Pleasant Valley Historic District Tours, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Tour the 13 properties listed on the National and State Register of Historical Places including five 18th century farmsteads, a family burying ground, and a millstream with archaeologic sites. Tours via horsedrawn wagons leave from the farmhouse on a continuous basic. Free. 10:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Family Theater
Oz, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Youth Stages brings a new interactive version of the classic tale with Dorothy, Toto, a tin man, a scarecrow, and a cowardly lion. $7. 2 and 4 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Family Nature Walk, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Informal naturalist guided walk. Park entrance fee applies. 1:30 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Winepress restaurant parking lot, 4484 Route 27, Kingston, 609-896-1170. One hour walk along canal, followed by lunch. 10 a.m.
Princeton Singles, Roosevelt Park, Edison, 609-883-1214. Musical: “Dreamgirls.” Meet at Syms, Lawrenceville to carpool. Dinner at food court in Menlo Park. Bring a chair. For ages 55-plus. Register. $5 for theater ticket. 5 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. Akron. $5 to $9. 7:05 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Bicycle Tour, Habitat for Humanity, Thompson Park, Jamesburg, 732-251-7200. 100-mile course begins at 7 a.m. 50 and 62-mile courses begin at 8 a.m. 12, 25, and 35-mile courses begin at 9 a.m. Food, beverages, and souvenirs. Volunteers are needed. Register at www.middlesexhabitat.org or by phone. $35; $10 for age 18 and younger. 7 a.m.
Dragon Boat Practice, Machestic Dragon Boat Club, Mercer Lake, South Post Road, West Windsor, 215-369-0566. Support a team of breast cancer survivors. Open membership. 10 a.m.
Sunday
August 14
Dance
Elements, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Music & Motion Dance Productions present selected excerpts from their new dance work “Elements.” The performance, presented by 14 female dancers, ages 14 to 18, were chosen to blend in with contemporary sculptures on the landscaped grounds. The strolling program will be offered at various locations of the park. Free with admission. 1 p.m.
Emerging Choreographic Showcase, Roxey Ballet, Canal Studios, 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7616, ext. 807. Second annual event features original works by professional cutting edge choreographers and advanced dancers at the Mill Ballet School. $25. 1 and 4 p.m.
Flamenco Dancers, Mediterra Restaurant, 29 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. The dancers of Pasion y Arte, a flamenco group based in Philadelphia perform in the plaza outside the restaurant. Free. Also Sundays, August 21 and 28. 3 and 4:15 p.m.
Drama
The Voice of the Turtle, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-7062. Comedy. $13 to $15. 2 p.m.
The Wiz, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. TeensVill production. $16. 2 p.m.
Meshuggah-Nuns, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical. $23.75 to $25.25. 2:30 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Playhouse 22, 210 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick, 732-254-3939. Comedy. $20. 3 p.m.
Art
Hunterdon Museum of Art, 7 Lower Center Street, Clinton, 908-735-8415. Opening reception for “Artist Book Exhibition: The Elements: Creative Energy, Earth, Fire, Air, Water” curated by Maria Pisano of Plainsboro. Also, “Portraits of Amelia,” photographs by Robin Schwartz. Of the 54 works on display, Karen Hamners’ “Secrets of Flight,” took the top prize. On view through October 16. 2 to 4 p.m.
Literati
Chestnut Tree Books, Princeton Shopping Center, 609-279-2121. Author Lois Marie Harrod reads from her award-winning book, “Put Your Sorry Side Out.” 4 p.m.
Classical Music
John Widmann, Summer Carillon Series, Cleveland Tower, Graduate College, College Road, 609-258-3654. Concert on the 1927 carillon, an instrument comprising 67 bronze bells played on a wooden keyboard. The Class of 1892 bells, refurbished in 1993, is the fourth largest carillon in the nation. Free. 1 p.m.
Il Barbiere di Siviglia, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. The Barber of Seville by G. Rossi introduces the character of Figaro in a comedy full of disguise, plots, and lovers. Italian with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 2 p.m.
Beaumarchais Plus, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Staged rarities from Paisiello, Milhaud, and Corigliano with piano accompaniment. $25 and $35. 7:30 p.m.
Pop Music
Motley Crue, Sum 40, and Silvertide, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 732-335-0400. 8 p.m.
Faith
Summer Forum Series, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton Junction, 609-799-1753. Henry Suhr of the Anti-Racism Task Force of the evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s New Jersey Synod, presents “Who’s Missing?” 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 6 p.m.
Food & Dining
Farmers Market, Lawrenceville Main Street, Gordon Avenue Parking Lot, Lawrenceville, 609-219-9300. Vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, seafood, grass-fed meats, eggs, and poultry. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Jersey Fresh Wine and Food Festival, Slow Food USA, Mercer College, West Windsor, 609-588-0085. “A Taste of New Jersey” is co-hosted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and Slow Food USA. Samples and sales from more than 10 New Jersey wineries. Food available from more than 12 restaurants. Farmer’s and seafood markets, cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, cookbook authors, kids activities, music, and crafters. $20. Noon to 5 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Breathing on a Sunday Morning, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Yoga breathing techniques taught by David Fradin. $15. 9 a.m.
Blood Drive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Free mini-medical exam including blood pressure check. Anyone age 18 or older, weighing more than 110 pounds, and in good health may donate blood. 17-year-olds may donate with a parent’s permission. Please bring photo or signature identification and know your social security number.
History
Walker-Gordon Farm Exhibit, Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place, Cranbury, 609-655-2611. Memorabilia from Walker-Gordon Farms, a dairy farm in Plainsboro from 1898 to 1971 include glass milk bottles, photographs, and brochures. Leo Fenity of Cranbury has compiled a detailed history of the area dairy industry. Ken Eiker dug up many of the bottles while being raised on a potato farm in Cranbury. Exhibit on view through the summer. $5. 1 p.m.
Walking Tour of Trenton, Trenton Historical Society, Trenton Visitor’s Center, corner of Barrack and West Lafayette streets, 609-777-1770. Two-hour tour. $5. 1 p.m.
Evening Tours, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. Guided tours of the first and second floors of the 22-room mansion. Tours also at 6 and 7 p.m. Register. Free. 5 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Summer Memory Books, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park Boulevard, West Windsor, 609-720-1005. Children ages 4 to 14 create summer memory books using colorful, acid-free archival papers, gel pens, and markers. Register. Free. Noon.
For Families
Airplane Rides, Princeton Airport, Route 206, 609-921-3100. Weather permitting. www.princetonairport.com. Ten cents a pound with a minimum of $5 and a maximum of $15. 3 to 6 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Pond Study, Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Children’s program to learn how to use pond nets to collect the various organisms that inhabit the pond. Meet at the park service entrance off Church Road. Register. Free. 1:30 p.m.
Politics
Public Meeting, Tenants Rights and Information Network, Plainsboro Library. Join the monthly meeting to voice concerns about bad maintenance, illegal gas and water usage fees, pet fees, safety, and lighting problems. E-mail: train_pdg@hotmail.com for information. 2 to 5 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Princeton Latin Academy and Princeton Science Academy, Route 518, Rambling Pines, Hopewell, 609-924-2206. Open house for grades K through 12. Applications accepted year-round. Free. Noon to 2 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. Akron. $5 to $9. 1:35 p.m.
Monday
August 15
Drama
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Film
Movies in the Plaza, Mediterra, 29 Hulfish, Princeton, 609-252-9680. “The King and I,” 1956. Bring blanket or chair. Free. 8 p.m.
Literati
Jewish Storytelling, Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6922. Rabbi Dan Grossman, Adath Israel Congregation, presents traditional Jewish folklore and story oration. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 609-716-1570. Sing-a-long storytime. 11:30 a.m.
For Seniors
Friends of West Windsor Senior Citizens, West Windsor Library, 609-799-0051. Movie: Hitch. 1 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Members for a Day, The Tournament Players Club, Jasna Polana, Princeton, 609-688-2000. Be a member for a day to benefit Homes for Our Troops, Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, and BPJ Foundation. Register. $150 includes green fees, practice balls, and a boxed lunch. 9 a.m.
Dragon Boat Practice, Machestic Dragon Boat Club, Mercer Lake, South Post Road, West Windsor, 215-369-0566. Support a team of breast cancer survivors. Open membership. 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
August 16
Drama
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Classical Music
New Jersey Opera Theater, Princeton University Woolworth Music Building, 609-799-7700. Master class presented by Elizabeth Blanke-Biggs, Metropolitan Opera soprano. Register. $20. 2 p.m.
Le Nozze di Figaro, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. The Marriage of Figaro by W.A. Mozart is performed in Italian with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 7:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Concerts on the Landing, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. Music, food, and ice cream. 11:30 a.m.
Airport Tour
Princeton Airport, Route 206, 609-921-3100. View the homebuilt, experimental, and aerobatic aircraft based at the field; visit the maintenance shop; and sit in an airplane to understand how the controls work. Weather permitting. www.princetonairport.com. Free. 10:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Wendy Burton, Friends’ Health Connection, Robert Wood Johnson Hamilton Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 800-483-7436. “The Power of Visualizations and Trusting Your Imagination,” An event for breast cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones. Burton, a breast cancer survivor, found visualization gave her a sense of control during treatments. Register. $10. 7 p.m.
Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 655, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Chi Kung. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Plainsboro Historical Society, Wicoff House, 609-799-9040. Business meeting. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Summer Arts Medley Camp, West Windsor Arts Council, Princeton Dance & Theater Studio, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-919-1982. Ages 5 to 7, 9 a.m. to noon; ages 8 to 11, 1 to 4 p.m. Through August 26. Register. 9 a.m.
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Storytime and crafts. 10 a.m.
For Families
Reading and Picking, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. Stories about peaches, how they grow, and how to pick them. For pre-schoolers and their parents. $5. 10 a.m.
Lectures
SeniorNet Computer Literacy Center, Ewing Community Center, 609-637-0073. “Create an Animated Slide Show with Your Computer” presented by Sol LibesFree. 1:30 p.m.
Business Meetings
JobSeekers, Parish Hall entrance, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, 609-924-2277. networking and support for changing jobs or careers, weekly, no charge. 7:30 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Professional Center for the Arts, 4 Tennis Court, Hamilton, 609-586-3008. Visit for information about dance, voice, piano, and acting lessons for ages 3 to adult. www.professionalcenterforthearts.com. 6 to 9 p.m.
Singles
Mercer County Single Volunteers, Hamilton Library, Whitehorse Mercerville Road, 609-888-3535. Open meeting for the singles group whose motto is “Connect by Helping Others.” On the web at www.mcsvnj.org. 7 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Golf Classic, Camp Fire USA, Mercer Oaks, West Windsor, 609-695-8410. Benefit for programs to prevent child and substance abuse. Register. $150. 9:00 12
Golf Benefit, Princeton Alliance Church, Cranbury Golf Course, 49 Southfield Road, West Windsor, 609-799-9000. Benefit to provide sneakers to children throughout the area school system and homeless shelters. The goal is to raise $15,”000 to outfit 300 kids in sneakers for the first day of school. Golf, lunch, dinner, awards, and gift packages. Register at www.active.com. $150. 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday August 17
Drama
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Art
Young Artist Workshop, MGP Studio Arts Gallery, 430 Union Square, New Hope, 215-862-9690. “Celebrating Pop-Ups,” a one-day workshop for ages seven and up to create an assortment of pop-ups. Register. $30. 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Dancing
Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, Monument Drive, 609-683-7956. No partner needed. All ages. $6. 8 p.m.
Literati
Poetry Workshop, Delaware Valley Poets, Lawrence Public Library, Business Route 1 South, 609-882-9246. Visitors welcome. Bring 15 copies of your poem. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
New Jersey Opera Theater, Princeton University Woolworth Music Building, 609-799-7700. Master class presented by Jane Bunnell, Metropolitan Opera mezzo soprano, and Marc Embree, New York City Opera baritone. Register. $20. 2 p.m.
Il Barbiere di Siviglia, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. The Barber of Seville by G. Rossi introduces the character of Figaro in a comedy full of disguise, plots, and lovers. Italian with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 7:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Carnegie Center Concert Series, Greenway Amphitheater at 202 Carnegie Center, 732-545-7200. Lunchtime music series. Free. Noon.
The Dave Wilson Jazz Band, Middlesex County Parks and Recreation, Thompson Park, Forsgate Drive, 732-745-3936. Bring your own chairs. Free. 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Gardens
Fall Home Lawn Maintenance and Renovation, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, 930 Spruce Street, Trenton, 609-989-6830. Mercer County Horticulturist, Barbara J. Bromley, shares tips on techniques to maintain, renovate, and seed a home lawn. She will discuss preparation, grass selection, fertilization, and effective mowing and maintenance practices. $3 donation. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Belly Dancing, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Basics with Dezra. $15. 6 p.m.
Ritalin/ADHD Workshop, Children’s Information Center of Princeton, Princeton Professional Park, Suite 3C, 609-921-1072. “Ritalin: What Are My Options?” workshop with Ritalin facts and alternative choices. Register. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Camp activities for ages 4 to 8. Free. 10 a.m.
Bookworm Wednesdays, Multiplex Cinemas, Town Center Plaza, Route 130, East Windsor, 609-371-8473. “Clifford’s Really Big Movie.” Seventh annual summer reading program features free admission with a book report. Forms at www.national amusements.com or in the theater. Children under six and accompanying adults also receive free admission. 10 a.m.
Science Lectures
Raritan Valley College, Planetarium, College Center, North Branch, 908-526-1200. “Summer Skies” star show. $5. 7:30 p.m.
Raritan Valley College, Planetarium, College Center, North Branch, 908-526-1200. “U2” laser concert. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Mercer County College, 609-586-9446. “Personal Watercraft and Boating Safety.” Register. $83. 7 p.m.
Schools
Homeschooling, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-9402. Introduction to homeschooling in New Jersey and a discussion of methods and resources for homeschooling older students. Presented by Barbara Rapaport and Alison Snieckus. Also at West Windsor Library, Thursday, August 18, 10:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday August 18
Drama
The Wizard of Oz, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Opening night of the classic musical presented by Stars in the Park. Through August 27. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Zenobia, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Opening night for the world premiere of a drama written by Princeton resident Marvin Harold Cheiten. The sultry Queen of Palmyra takes on the entire Roman Empire in the Third Century. Through Sunday, August 20. Directed by Dan Berkowitz. Actors include Marwa Bernstein and Lucas Beck, Maclauley Peterson, and Craig Jorczak. $10. 8 p.m.
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Art
Paste Paper Day, MGP Studio Arts Gallery, 430 Union Square, New Hope, 215-862-9690. Create unique personal designs for books, journals, and boxes. Register. $75. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Antiques and Desserts, Downtown Bordentown Association, Carslake Center, 207 Crosswicks Street, 609-298-3334. Bring a treasured heirloom or a thing of curiosity to be appraised by Alfred Finocchiaro from Alfred’s Auctions. Desserts and refreshments included with ticket. $10. 7 p.m.
Literati
Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6922. Evening book discussion about “Slaughterhouse 5.” Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Classical Music
Cherubino, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Cherubino by J. Massenet is a comedy exploring the affairs of Cherubino, the amorous page in Le nozze di Figaro. In French with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 7:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Carol Selick & Blind Lemon Cello, Carnegie Center Concert Series, Patio at 502 Carnegie Center, 732-545-7200. Singer-songwriter teams up with music group Blind Lemon Cello including Felix Buccellato, guitarist and singer songwriter; and Eric Jorgensen, cellist. Her debut CD “Just Gonna Think About Today” features blues, jazz, and pop. Songs in concert range from Bonnie Raitt to Eric Clapton. Rain date is Friday, August 19, noon. Free. Noon.
Concert Series, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-6234. Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One. Free. 6 to 8 p.m.
Music in the Park Series, Lawrenceville Main Street, Weeden Park, Main Street, 609-219-9300. Maggi Hill Band presents blues, rock, pop, and alternative country. Rain or shine. Free. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
Capital City Market, Trenton Downtown Association, State Street Commons, East State between Warren and Broad streets, Trenton, 609-393-8998. Jersey Fresh produce, arts, crafts, organic fruits and vegetables, and baked goods. Unuzi presents concert of African rhythms. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Farmers Market, Montgomery Friends of Open Space, Princeton North Shopping Center, 1125 Route 206, 908-359-9665. Produce, natural chicken, organic beef, eggs, fruit and meat pies, baked goods, flowers, and honey from area farms. Rain or shine. 1 to 6:30 p.m.
Cooking Demonstration, Miele, 9 Independence Way, Princeton, 800-843-7231. Register. 6 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, University Medical Center at Princeton, 253 Witherspoon Street, 609-497-4366. Walk-ins welcome. Also open Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.; and Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Tim Nelson, Bar 10 at the Westin Princeton, Princeton Forrestal Village, 609-452-7900. 5 to 8 p.m.
Frank Thewes, Ryan Asher, Triaha O’Keefe, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 609-716-1570. Storytime. 11:30 a.m.
For Parents
La Leche League of Princeton, West Windsor Public Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-1302. Mother-to-mother support and information for nursing and expectant mothers. Babies are welcome. Free. 10 a.m.
Outdoor Action
Mercer County College, 609-586-9446. “Personal Watercraft and Boating Safety.” Register. $83. 7 p.m.
Schools
Homeschooling, West Windsor Library, North Post Road, 609-275-9402. Introduction to homeschooling in New Jersey and a discussion of methods and resources for homeschooling older students. Presented by Barbara Rapaport and Alison Snieckus. 10:30 a.m.
Sports for Causes
Dragon Boat Practice, Machestic Dragon Boat Club, Mercer Lake, South Post Road, West Windsor, 215-369-0566. Support a team of breast cancer survivors. Open membership. 6 p.m.
Friday
August 19
Drama
Nunsense A-Men!, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. Musical. $25. 2 and 8 p.m.
Meshuggah-Nuns, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical presented by Stars in the Park. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Zenobia, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Drama. $10. 8 p.m.
Dreamgirls, Plays-in-the-Park, Capestro Theater, Roosevelt Park, Route 1 South, Edison, 732-548-2884. Musical. Bring a chair. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Dancing
Swing Dance, Jersey Jumpers, Unitarian Church, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-683-9798. Beginner lesson in swing followed by swing dance. No partner required, beginners welcome. $11. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Il Barbiere di Siviglia, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. The Barber of Seville by G. Rossi introduces the character of Figaro in a comedy full of disguise, plots, and lovers. Italian with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
Hellfest 2K5, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. Three-day festival of underground music includes a flea market, skate park, and tattoo convention. Close to 200 bands will be performing during the weekend. www.hellfest.com. $46. Noon to 11 p.m.
Tori Amos, the Ditty Bops, Imogen Heap, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 732-335-0400. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Story and Craft Activity, Cold Stone Creamery, 3562 Route 27, Kendall Park, 732-951-2023. Anne Margaret Lewis reads from her new book, “Lighthouse Fireflies.” Arts and crafts by JoAnn Fabrics. Magic and balloon art with Jon Cap. Proceeds of the day’s sales to benefit Friends of the Lawrence Library. 11 a.m.
Delaware River Music Festival, Delaware Riverkeeper Network, Snipe’s Farm, Morrisville, PA, 215-369-1188. Two-night benefit for the environmental association features music and camping. Friday night music by Railroad Earth, Town Hall, JB Kline and Steve Guyger, the Roamin’ Gabriels, and the Radiators. $30. Two-days with camping, $80. 2 p.m.
Health & Wellness
West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Tai Chi followed by Chi Kung Fundamentals presented by Lois Harrison. Free. 8:15 a.m.
Feminine Wisdom and the 21st Century, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Jyoti Chrystal presents circle work to explore the archetype of caregiver. Bring photos of your maternal ancestor line and a symbol of your future self. Register. $45. 7 p.m.
Thai Yoga. Michael Buck presents a 3,”000 year-old Asian folk art. Through Sunday, August 21. Register. 7 p.m.
Community Drum Circle, Living at Peace, Mountainview Yoga & Fitness Center, Hillsborough, 908-431-9904. Adult drumming circle led by Sharon Silverstein. Musical experience is not necessary. Bring your own drum or use one provided. Register. $20. 8 p.m.
What’s in Store
Christine Scafa Creations, 4 Huntington Drive, West Windsor, 609-799-2889. Unique jewelry and clothing created from recycled game pieces, bottle caps, can tabs, and candy wrappers. Clothing creations designed and created from both new and old fabrics. Scafa, a graduate of West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North, Class of 2005, is a fashion design major at Fashion Institute of Technology. Noon to 7 p.m.
History
Fresh from the Garden, William Trent House, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-989-3027. Stacy Roth uses the circa 1719 kitchen garden to demonstrate food production and preparation. Sessions focus on planting, cultivation, harvesting, preserving, and preparing food using 18th century recipes. Free. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Trent Trolley, William Trent House, Marriott Lafayette Yard, Trenton, 609-989-3027. Ride to the 1719 William Trenton House Museum, picnic on the grounds, tour the house, participate in the garden kitchen activities, and then reboard the bus for a cruise through the last Olmstead-designed urban park, and return to the Marriott. Rain or shine. Free. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Peach Festival, Bordentown Historical Society, Friends Meeting house, 302 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-298-9181. $5. 6 to 9 p.m.
Hot Spots
John Bianculli, Rats Restaurant, Grounds for Sculpture, 16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-584-7800. Solo piano. Also, Saturday. 6 p.m.
Furley, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Trenton Gay and Lesbian Civic Association, Cafe Ole, 126 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-396-9788. Kelli Dunham and Dale Sorenson present their new production, “Sacred Underwear: Nuns and Mormons Revealed!” $5. 7:30 p.m.
Jackson Perdue, Mike Coleman, and Steve Trevelise, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
Deidre Muro, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Folk and jazz singer songwriter. 8 p.m.
What’s in Store
Sidewalk Sale, Palmer Square, 800-644-3489. 10 a.m.
Saturday
August 20
Drama
Zenobia, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Drama. $10. 2 and 8 p.m.
Meshuggah-Nuns, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Musical. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz, Open Air Theater, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-1826. Musical presented by Stars in the Park. $8 to $10. 8 p.m.
Dinner Theater
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Omicron Theater Productions, Tiffany’s Restaurant, 812 Route 33, Hamilton, 609-443-5598. Dinner and interactive mystery. Reservations, $49. 7:30 p.m.
Film
The Ice Princess, Allentown Business Community Association, Heritage Park, 609-259-8615. Movie. Free. Raindate is Saturday, August 20. 8 p.m.
Literati
Poets Invitational, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Second annual event seeks poets, writers, and musicians to debut their work. 1 p.m.
Classical Music
Ladies Afternoon at the Opera, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Afternoon concert features soprano and mezzo soprano arias and ensembles including selections from Berlioz’s “Beatrice and Benedict,” Nicolai’s “Merry Wives of Windsor, Bellini’s “I Capuletti ed i Montecchi,” Britten’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” Verdi’s “Falstaff,” Rossini’s “Otello,” and Gotez’s “Der Widerspenstigen Zahmung.” Register. Free. 2 p.m.
Le Nozze di Figaro, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. The Marriage of Figaro by W.A. Mozart is performed in Italian with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Darla Rich Quintet, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Jazz vocals and dancing. $15 minimum. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Tone Rangers, Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, Mercer County Park, Near the Ice Rink, 609-989-6899. Bring blanket, chair, and picnic. Free. 6 p.m.
Pop Music
Hellfest 2K5, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. Three-day festival of underground music includes a flea market, skate park, and tattoo convention. www.hellfest.com. $46. Noon to 11 p.m.
World Music
Nrithyanjali Institute of Dance, Lehigh University, 420 East Packer Avenue, Bethlehem, 732-398-9895. Arrangetram of Rithika Ramakrishnan. West Windsor and Plainsboro students performing. 3 p.m.
Good Causes
Delaware River Music Festival, Delaware Riverkeeper Network, Snipe’s Farm, Morrisville, PA, 215-369-1188. Benefit for the environmental association features music and camping. Music by Railroad Earth, Philadelphia Bluegrass Band, Ghandhava, Blue Method, Animus, Steel Train, and the David Bromberg Quartet. $40. 10 a.m.
Food & Dining
West Windsor Community Farmers’ Market, Vaughn Drive near the Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-577-5113. Organic herbs; grass-fed beef, pork and lamb; chicken, quail, and pheasant; organic and conventionally-grown vegetables including specialty Asian vegetables; flowers, pies, and bread. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, St. Gregory the Great Church, 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, 800-448-3543. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Lord & Taylor, Quakerbridge Mall, Lawrenceville, 800-448-3543. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pre-Natal Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Breathing techniques for relaxation and mental focus. $25. 10:30 a.m.
New Mom and Baby Yoga. For mothers and babies ages four weeks to six months. $20. Noon.
Aero-Bhangra. Indian dance workout with Gangotri Goyal. $15. 12:15 p.m.
Rhythm and Drumming Circle. No musical experience or drum needed. $10. 8 p.m.
Hot Spots
Jackson Perdue, Mike Coleman, and Steve Trevelise, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Sunset Saturdays, KatManDu, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-393-7300. $8 cover. 8:30 p.m.
Foxy Moon Baby, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Cool Spots
Katy Pfaffl, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-4377. With Sean Dixon and Sebastian Guerrero on percussion. 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Teddy Bear Tea, Princeton Girl Scouts, Princeton Recreation Department, 609-933-9884. Bring your teddy bear for tea and snacks. All ages. Free. 10 a.m. to noon.
Anne Margaret Lewis, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. Meet Anne Margaret Lewis, author of “Lighthouse Fireflies.” 11 a.m.
For Families
Canning, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Cooking, canning, and pickling program. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lectures
Anglo-Indians on the Verge of Extinction, Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza, 732-521-5000. Blair Williams, author of “Voices on the Verandah: An Anthology of Anglo-Indian Prose and Poetry,” presents a talk about Anglo-Indians, people of mixed European and Indian descent. When India was a British commonwealth, British soldiers and government workers were encouraged to marry Indian women beginning in the 1700s. 2 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Beginner’s Butterflies, Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, 625 Canal Road, Franklin Township, 732-873-3050. Morning hike in search of summer butterflies. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
The Secret Lives of Bees, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, Hobler Park, Montgomery, 609-737-7592. Watch and interpret bee communication within the observation hive. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
Schools
Open House, Harmony Schools, 139 Village Boulevard, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-799-4411. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Unattached Jewish Adults, Princeton area home, 609-924-5204. Shabbat potluck dinner for Jewish singles over 40. Register. $5. 6 p.m.
Sunday
August 21
Dance
Flamenco Dancers, Mediterra Restaurant, 29 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. The dancers of Pasion y Arte, a flamenco group based in Philadelphia perform in the plaza outside the restaurant. Free. Also Sunday, August 28. 3 and 4:15 p.m.
Drama
Zenobia, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, 609-258-7062. Final performance of a drama written by Princeton resident Marvin Harold Cheiten. The sultry Queen of Palmyra takes on the entire Roman Empire in the Third Century. $10. 2 p.m.
Classical Music
Scott Parry, Summer Carillon Series, Cleveland Tower, Graduate College, College Road, 609-258-3654. Concert on the 1927 carillon, an instrument comprising 67 bronze bells played on a wooden keyboard. The Class of 1892 bells, refurbished in 1993, is the fourth largest carillon in the nation. Parry is a West Windsor resident. 1 p.m.
Cherubino, New Jersey Opera Theater, Berlind Theater at McCarter, Princeton, 609-258-2787. Cherubino by J. Massenet is a comedy exploring the affairs of Cherubino, the amorous page in Le nozze di Figaro. In French with English surtitles. $35 and $45. 2 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
TCNJ Jazzfest, College of New Jersey, Lawn between Green and Packer halls, Ewing, 609-771-2368. Performers include Richie Cole with the debut of his original TCNJ Suite, and Frank Wess, a former member of Count Basie’s band. Also Wynston Byrd, Duane Eubanks, Julian Pressley, John Swana, JD Allen, Ronnie Burrage, Lisa Chavous, Jared Gold, and Eric Johnson. Bring a chair. Refreshments available. Free admission. 2 p.m.
Pop Music
Hellfest 2L5, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. $46. Noon to 11 p.m.
Faith
Summer Forum Series, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton Junction, 609-799-1753. Greg Moore presents “Creating Balance in Family Life.” 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 6 p.m.
History
Walker-Gordon Farm Exhibit, Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place, Cranbury, 609-655-2611. Memorabilia from Walker-Gordon Farms, a dairy farm in Plainsboro from 1898 to 1971 include glass milk bottles, photographs, and brochures. Leo Fenity of Cranbury has compiled a detailed history of the area dairy industry. Ken Eiker dug up many of the bottles while being raised on a potato farm in Cranbury. Exhibit on view through the summer. $5. 1 p.m.
Plainsboro Museum, Wicoff House, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-9040. Plainsboro’s history featured in 18 exhibits from 6,”000 years ago to the present day including Walker-Gordon Farm and Elsie the cow memorabilia, a fire department and rescue squad exhibit, and railroad artifacts. Free. 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Airplane Rides
Airplane Rides, Princeton Airport, Route 206, 609-921-3100. Weather permitting. www.princetonairport.com. Ten cents a pound with a minimum of $5 and a maximum of $15. 3 to 6 p.m.
