In Town
West Windsor Police Department offers Citizen’s Academy for those who live or work in West Windsor. The free program offers a chance to interact with police and emergency personnel, receiving training in criminal investigative techniques, motor vehicle law, accident investigation, DWI enforcement, and the duties of a police K9 unit. Participants are expected to complete a two-hour ride along with an officer on patrol. The eight-week program is free. Apply by Wednesday, May 2. Classes are Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., from May 8 to June 25. Contact Officer Sam Dyson at 609-799-1222 or E-mail sdyson@westwindsorpolice.com.
Passover
Adath Israel invites newcomers, college students, and empty nesters to a Passover Seder. Call 609-896-4977 for information on joining an area family or a communal Seder.##M:[more]##
For Kids
Plainsboro Preserve is hosting “All About Animals,” a spring recess camp, Monday to Friday, April 2 to 6, 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Learn about reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects through explorations of live animals in the nature center and explorations on the preserve. Call 609-897-9400, or E-mail plainsboro@njaudubon.org.
West Windsor Plainsboro Youth Skating Clubs offer Learn to Skate for ages three and up, April 3 to May 31, $160 to $178; and Intro to Hockey for ages three to ten, April 1 to May 31, $175. All clubs skate at Princeton Sports Center, 1000 Cornwall Road, Monmouth Junction. 732-940-6800.
Princeton Family YMCA offers a one-week safety course to learn basic skills in water, backyard pool, beach, and boating safety for children ages 3 to 12, Monday to Friday, April 2 to 6. Free. Register at 609-497-9622.
Princeton Public Library offers spring break science series Monday to Friday, April 2 to 6, for ages 5 to 10. Register. 609-924-9529, ext. 240. Free.
American Legion Post 76 offers a four-year scholarship for a resident of West Windsor or Princeton who is the child, step-child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a war veteran of the United States. Contact Princeton Area Community Foundation, 15 Princess Road, Lawrenceville 08648 for information.
Classes
Princeton Dance & Studio Theater offers trial classes, tours, and the opportunity to speak to directors and instructors during the month of April. www.princetondance.com. 609-514-1600.
Trip to Africa
Win a Trip with Nick Kristof for college students or middle and high school teachers. Pulitzer Prize winner and New York Times op-ed columnist, invites one college student and one educator to accompany him on an all-expenses paid reporting odyssey to the African continent this summer. Requirements include an essay of 700 words or less and two references. www.nytimes.com/marketing/winatrip.
Participate Please
Mercer Chamber of Commerce offers “Mercer EYES: Empowering Youth Employability Skills,” a summer job initiative for are youth. Businesses interested in providing a six-week summer experience for area youths should contact Mattie Miller at 609-689-9960, ext. 10.
The Arts
Youth Stages seeks actor teachers for after-school drama classes in the central New Jersey area. Call Jean Prall Rosolino at 609-430-9000 or E-mail her at manager@youthstages.com.
Glenwood Springs Chamber seeks national artists of original works of art for the downtown area. Applications may be submitted from Monday, April 9 to Wednesday, May 30. www.glenwoodchamber.com or 970-945-6589.
Available
Princeton University offers nearly 800 digital files of public events and lectures as free downloads. Audios include Martin Scorsese, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Maurice Sendak, Edward Felten, Paul Muldoon, and Ingrid Daubechies. Encoded as MP3 files, they can be uploaded with RSS. www.princeton.edu/WebMedia/podcasts.
One Yoga and Wellness Center begins a six-week teacher training intensive 200-hour program beginning June 25. 405 Route 130 North, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. Call for payment schedule.
For Seniors
Senior Softball Association seeks players over 50 for softball games held two evenings a week at Mercer County Park. Call Richard Conti at 609-586-4531.
Hopewell Valley YMCA is taking registration for spring programs including youth soccer, t-ball, peanut ball, and tennis. www.hvymca.com. 609-737-3048.
Causes
Children’s Home Society selling red roses to benefit foster children. Pre-ordered roses will be delivered on Thursday, April 19. $18 per dozen in red, yellow, pink, or peach. Minimum two dozen outside of Yardley. Deadline for ordering is Tuesday, April 3. 609-882-4164.
