In Town
Plainsboro Preserve seeks volunteers to join the staff of the NJ Audubon Society for National Trails Day, Saturday, June 3. The crew will be clearing branches, raking, removing garbage, and pruning to make the existing trails safe. Register at 609-897-9400.
Stars in the Park seeks actors for “Grease” for production July 28 to August 6 at Kelsey Theater. Auditions are Saturday, June 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, June 4, noon to 3 p.m. Call Lorraine Wargo at 609-530-0912. Bring resume and photo and be prepared to dance.
Plainsboro Township Recreation has registration for Kids’ Co’Motion, a movement program for children ages 6 to 18 with special needs. Plainsboro residents, Monday June 5, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; non-residents, Wednesday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Session begins Wednesday, June 28. $10 fee. Call 609-799-0909.
Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey is holding auditions for string, brass, woodwind, and percussion players, ages 9 to 18, on Tuesday, June 6, at High School North. Visit www.yocj.org.
Playful Theater Productions has auditions at Kelsey Theater for “Honk!, the musical version of “The Ugly Duckling.” Cast includes eight men, eight women, and eight children. Audition dates of Thursday, June 8, 7 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, June 10, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Sunday, June 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call Suzanne Smith at 215-943-0351 for an appointment.
For Kids
Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra has auditions by appointment through June for musicians in grades five to twelve. Rehearsals are at Montgomery High School. Visit www.gpyo.org or call 609-936-8700.
Princeton Public Library seeks teen volunteers in grade 7 to 12 for summer reading clubs and other activities. Orientation sessions begin Tuesday, May 30, 4 p.m. Teens are asked to work a regular schedule and at least 10 hours during the summer. Visit www.princetonlibrary.org/teens/volunteers or call 609-924-9529.
Princeton Public Library invites submissions for summer film festival from high school and college students. Deadline Thursday, June 15. Visit www.princetonlibrary.org.
New Jersey Parents Foundation invite kids ages 10-14 to an essay contest, “What My Parents (or Parent) Means to Me.” An art project for ages 9 and younger is to create a poster on the same theme. Deadline is Wednesday, May 31. Contact Linda Haft at 201-842-8863 or lhaft1982@aol.com.
Auditions
Somerset Valley Players, Route 514, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469, www.svptheatre.org. Auditions for “Mr. Hobb’s Vacation” on Friday, June 2, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, June 4, at 6 p.m. Actors ages 18 to 60 needed.
New Jersey Repertory Theater seeks actors, singers, and dancers, ages 10 and up for “Grease.” Crossroads South Middle School, Major Road, South Brunswick. Wednesday, June 7, 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 10, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Visit www.njrt.org.
Innovative Dance Academy seeks dancers ages 8 and above for Team Innovative dance troupe. 25 Lexington Avenue, Ewing. Call 609-530-0979 or visit www.inovativedanceacademy.com.
The Arts
Howard Gallery of Fine Art, 77 West Bridge Street, New Hope, PA, 215-862-5272, www.howard-gallery.com. Artists within 100-mile radius of New Hope are invited to participate in “From Easton to Bristol” from June 10 to June 30. The theme reflects the heritage of the Delaware Canal and river area.
Participate Please
NorthSouth Productions seeks New Jersey families with teens between the ages of 16 to 18 for the television series, “Try My Life.” Visit www.northsouth.tv or call 954-927-3772.
Health
UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine seeks volunteers for a study funding by the National Institute on Aging that examines the complex demands of women who work while providing care to an older person. Call 877-652-4464 for phone interview appointment.
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey seek postmenopausal women at increased risk of contracting breast cancer based on family history for a study to assess a new preventive medication. The clinical trial involves the use of Exemastane, a aromatase inhibitor being used to treat breast cancer around the world. Call 973-972-610.
Psychopharmacology Research Association of Princeton seeks people with anxiety for a research study evaluating an investigational medication for anxiety. Participants will receive either the investigational medication or a placebo for eight weeks. Call 800-770-9299 for information.
Volunteer
Morris Hall Community Service Board seeks volunteers for the skilled nursing and residential healthcare facility in Lawrenceville. Call Mark Sorrento at 609-896-0006 ext. 2602 for information.
More Opportunities
West Windsor Arts Council Summer Solstice Poetry 5, has an open reading with a two-minute limit per reader. Saturday, June 17, 7 to 10 p.m., Nassau Park Pavilion, West Windsor. Call 609-919-1982 or visit www.westwindsorarts.org for information.
Plainsboro Township Recreation has registration for ESL summer session for Plainsboro seniors on Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the municipal building. $10 fee. Call 609-799-0909.
Saint Peter’s University Hospital offers “For Keeps,” a program for children ages 5 to 12 who experience difficulty at home or school because of behavioral or emotional problems. The full-day program provides mental health diagnoses, intensive treatment, and academic instruction for the children. Visit www.saintpetersuh.com or call 732-565-5494 for information about the year-round program.
Acting Shakespeare, a 10-week program for adults meets Wednesdays beginning June 21, 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Trinity Church with Chris Osander. $200. Call 609-468-9174 for information.
Shakespeare Classes
Princeton Rep Company apprentice program will be taught by Stuart Vaughan, the founding artistic director of the New York Shakespeare Festival. Hands-on experience for eight weeks includes a one-week intensive of master classes featuring acting, movement, and stage design. The program begins Monday, June 26 and runs through Tuesday, August 29. $500. Interviews will be scheduled in June. Call 609-921-3682 to schedule an interview or audition.
Arts Council of Princeton offers courses and programs at the Contemporary Arts Center. Visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777. Classes begin the week of June 21.
VSA Arts offers a playwriting workshop at North Brunswick High School on Wednesdays, June 14, 21, and 28, from 7 to 9 p.m. through Unlimited Potential Theater Company. Writers ages 16 and over with all levels of experience are invited to participate. Visit vsanj.org or call 732-745-3885.
New Works of Merit Playwriting Contest seeks scripts through June 30. Visit www.playwritingcontest.cjb.net for details.
NJN Public Television seeks entries for the upcoming season of “Ask This Old House.” Send compelling home repair questions to www.thisoldhouse.com to be considered for a home improvement team to provide expert solutions to your household challenge. Deadline is Friday, June 30. Winners will be announced during the week of July 24 and house calls will be scheduled for the fall.
Ben & Jerry’s seeks participants for “Do Us a Flavor” contest to create the next Chunky Monkey, Chubby Hubby, or Phish Food. Pick an ice cream base, add in chunks and swirls, and create a name for the concoction. Photo of the creation with, or without, you, is invited. Finalists will be invited to Vermont. All contest entrants receive coupons. Deadline is Monday, July 31. Visit www.benjerry.com for official rules.
