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In Town
Spotlight School of Drama, 1300 Windsor Road, West Windsor, 609-228-3069, www.spotlightdrama.com, has open house events on Mondays, August 31, and September 7, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Classes, workshops, and performance parties for ages 8 to 18.##M:[more]##
Pierrot Productions has auditions for “The Producers” at Kelsey Theater on Sunday and Monday, August 30 and 31. Cast includes characters of Max, Leo, Ulla, Franz, Roger, and Carmen, as well as 14 in the ensemble portraying 40 other characters. Prepare an uptempo song from any show, a comic monologue, and bring the ability to move well. Visit www.kelseytheatre.net/auditions for information. E-mail pierrotinfo@aol.com for audition appointment. The show opens Friday, November 13, at Kelsey.
Catch a Rising Star launches a comedy school to develop a sense of humor and improve public speaking. The six-week class begins Monday, September 14, 7 to 9 p.m. and culminates in a graduation show where you will perform at Catch’s stage in front of an audience. Materials include writing jokes to opening a club. Steve Trevelise, Jimmy Graham, and comic guests share their knowledge. Tuition of $400 includes a headshot and DVD of your on stage performance. www.cashinginoncomedy.com or call 609-731-1932.
Wednesday Morning Bowling League based in West Windsor seeks women bowlers. The season begins September 9, at Colonial Lanes, Route 1, Lawrenceville. Join an existing team or three new members may create a new team. Call Kathy at 609-577-8125 or Nancy at 609-799-2677.
Parents/Children
Jewish Family & Childrens Services offers “Balancing Love & Discipline,” a monthly parenting workshop series, at Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street, Princeton, beginning Friday, September 25. $10 to $25. Register with Debra Levenstein at 609-987-8100 or E-mail debral@jfcsonline.org.
“Social Skills for Children” is offered Thursdays, October 1 to November 19, at Congregation Beth Chaim, 329 Village Road East, West Windsor. Times vary. $300. Register with Levenstein (above).
“SIBS: Supporting Brothers & Sisters of Children with Special Needs” is offered Thursdays, October 1 to November 19, at Congregation Beth Chaim. Times vary. $36. Register with Levenstein (above).
Howell Farms is accepting applications for parent and child enrollment in its Saturday farmhands program. The program is designed to introduce children to life on the farm while parents volunteer time helping the staff work with visitors to the farm. The fall session runs September 12 to October 24. Organizational meetings for parents will be held on Saturday, August 29, at 9 a.m. www.howellfarm.org or call 609-737-3299.
Waldorf School offers “Applesauce and Broom Making” for grades 3 and up, on Thursdays, 3:45 to 5:15 p.m, September 17 to October 15. $150 includes supplies. Contact Jessica Alfaro at 609-466-1970, ext. 110, or E-mail frontdesk@princetonwaldorf.org.
Rowing Program
Mercer Masters Rowing Program is for men and women ages 22 and older. All three programs run for eight weeks beginning Monday, Septeber 14. Learn to Row program, $375. The Fitness and Recreation program, $375. The Racer program, $450. E-mail masters@rowpnra.org for information.
ArtBox Derby
The Arts Council of Princeton is holding an ArtBox derby on Sunday, September 20, at Greenway Meadows Park. A play on the classic soap box derby, competing cars must rely completely upon gravity to move — no powered vehicles are allowed. The four competition brackets are ages 10-12; 13-15; 16-adult; and family. Prizes for creativity, “greenness,” and speed. Entry form and $20 fee per car competing is due Monday, August 31. To enter and for more information visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or contact Jeniah “Kookie” Johnson at jjohnson@artscouncilofprinceton.org or 609-924-8777, extension 109.
Call for Art
Capital Health seeks art from regional artists to promote an environment of health and healing in its new 540,”000 square foot hospital in Hopewell. The hospital will both purchase existing work and identify artists from whom site-specific work will be commissioned. Artwork on all mediums and of any scale will be considered. Send three examples of the artist’s work to Lin Swensson at lin@swenssonart.com or call Lin Swensson at 615-945-2895.
The Meadows Foundation seeks original works of art including acrylics, oils, watercolor, art glass, pastel, and photography. The theme is “Rural New Jersey.” All entries, not to exceed 18 by 24 inches, must be framed and wired for hanging. Entry fee is $20, $25 for two entries, and $30 for three entries. Price for artwork is not to exceed $300. The organization retains a 30 percent commission on all pieces sold. Deadline is Saturday April 24. The juried art show will be held on Friday and Saturday, May 14 and 15. www.themeadowsfoundation.org.
South Brunswick Arts Commission seeks central New Jersey artists in all visual media for “Celebrations,” a juried exhibit opening Monday, October 5. Submit up to three images via CD or E-mail to arts@sbtnj.net. Deadline is Tuesday, September 1.
For Singers
Voices Chorale has openings for all voice parts. Auditions will be held on Mondays, August 31, and September 9, at Music Together, 225 Pennington-Hopewell Road, Hopewell. Call Sandy Duffy at 609-799-2211 or E-mail auditions@voiceschorale.org to schedule an appointment.
Sharim V’Sharot, a 24-voice Jewish choir, seeks new members with all voice parts for the upcoming season. Visit www.sharimysharot.org or call 609-371-9036 to schedule an audition.
Philomusica Choir seeks singers with good reading skills for its community choir. Audition at open rehearsals on Mondays, August 31, September 14, 21, and 28, 7:30 to 10 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Society in East Brunswick. www.philomusica.org or call 888-544-5668.
Volunteer
Artworks seeks volunteers for committees focusing on fundraising, communications, and the art center. The next meeting is Tuesday, September 8, at 6:15 p.m. Contact Michael Gumpert at 609-510-8455 or mgumpert@artworkstrenton.org.
Contact of Mercer County seeks crisis volunteers to train for the 24-hour hotline for people with problems, addictions, mental illness, and suicidal thoughts. The 40-hour training course in Ewing is free for those who volunteer 100 hours the first year. Training is open to anyone 18 and older motivated to help others. Contact Eleanor K. Letcher by E-mail at contactofmercercounty@verizon.net.
Donate
Auxiliary of University Medical Center at Princeton seeks donations of antiques, art, and items for the annual rummage sale. Donations will be collected on Tuesdays, 5 to 7 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m to noon, at 905 Herrontown Road, Princeton. Call 609-497-4092 for information.
