In Town
Musicians in the Making offers “Nature’s Music,” program for birth to age five with an adult, on Monday to Thursdays, June 8 to July 2, at 9:30 a.m. Also, “Music Makers at the Seashore,” July 22 to 26, Monday to Friday, 2 to 2:30 p.m. Both programs are in Plainsboro. Visit www.musiciansinthemaking.com or call 609-750-0600.##M:[more]##
West Windsor Library and Greening of West Windsor offer “I Love Earth,” a summer photography workshop series for 10 to 14 year olds. Workshops are Saturdays, June 27, July 11, July 18, and August 1, from 10 a.m. to noon. Call 609-799-0462 to register. Also a photography contest for photographers, ages 10 to 17; and filmmakers, 14 to 22. Deadline is Monday, September 7. Visit www.greeningofwestwindsor.com for more information as well as volunteer activities.
Pennington Players has auditions for “The Musical of Musicals: The Musical,” Wednesday, June 10, 7 to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, June 13, 1 to 3 p.m., in the CM Building at Mercer County Community College. E-mail auditions@penningtonplayers.org or call 609-737-PLAY to schedule an audition. Prepare one complete song (contemporary and comedic musical theater preferred), and bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Each musical features four players who reprise similar roles in each musical. Seeking two 2 male and two female actors, at least 18, to play all of the roles.
Mercer College offers an Irish Heritage Series featuring “The History of Ireland” from Tuesdays, June 2 to July 7, six sessions, $120; and “Irish Culture” from Tuesdays, July 14 to August 11, five sessions, $100. Both courses are taught by Tom Slattery, president of CCC Celt and a member of the Mercer County Ancient Order of Hibernians. Visit www.mccc.edu/ccs.
Call for Art
South Brunswick Arts Commission is accepting submissions for “South Brunswick: In and Around,” a juried exhibit at the gallery in the municipal building, from July 7 to September 30. Open to New Jersey artists in all media, including photography, sculpture, and crafts. Submit up to three images in jpg format on a CD or by E-mail at arts@sbtnj.net. No fee. Deadline is Friday, June 12. Call 732-329-4000.
Artsbridge has a call for entries for its annual juried show of paintings, works on paper, sculpture, mixed media, and photography. Drop off dates for juror section is Sunday, May 31, noon to 5 p.m.; and Monday, June 1, 4 to 7 p.m. Entry fee is $40. All works must be original and created within the last two years. Riverrun Gallery, Route 29, Lambertville. Opening reception is Saturday, June 6, 6 to 9 p.m.
Mercer County seeks art by county residents ages 60 and up for the Mercer County Senior Art Show on Monday to Thursday, August 17 to 27 at the Robbinsville Senior Center. All work must be done within the last three years. Submit one piece of art in acrylic, computer generated images, drawing, mixed media, oil, pastel, photography, prints, and watercolor. One winner in each category moves on to the state show in October. Visit www.mercercounty.org or call 609-989-6661.
Gallery 125 seeks entries for “Current Exposures,” a juried showcase of traditional film, digital, alternative, computer enhanced, and manipulated photography. Entry fee is $20 for five images. CD images must be jpg files, four by six inches, at 300 dpi. Submit with name, address, phone number, E-mail address, and brief biography. Gallery 125, 125 South Warren Street, Trenton 08608. Visit www.gallery125.com or call 609-989-9119 for information. Deadline is Wednesday, June 17.
Gordon Haas offers “Plein Air in Italy,” a Positano art workshop. Saturdays, October 3 to 10. $1,”600, airfare not included. Visit www.gordonhaas.com for details.
Vendors Needed
4-H of Middlesex County seeks vendors to participate in a yard sale on Saturday, June 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Raindate is Saturday, July 11. $15, provide your own table; $20 includes a table. Call 732-398-5262 or E-mail abbie.kesely@co.middlesex.nj.us.
For the Young
Berlitz Language Services offers summer camp in English, French, and Spanish beginning on Monday, July 6. 31 D Hulfish Street, Princeton. Call 609-597-6571.
Jobs Available
Trenton Children’s Chorus seeks an artistic director and a program director. Both jobs are 12-month positions, approximately 20 hours a week. Deadline is Monday, June 15. Visit www.trentonchildrenschorus.org for details and requirements for each position.
Learn to Row
Princeton National Rowing Association offers “National Learn to Row Day” on Saturday, June 6 with a taste of rowing on the water and on the rowing machine. Three two-hour sessions are offered at 10, 10:30, and 11 a.m. Register by E-mail masters@rowpnra.org. Free. www.rowpnra.org.
Call for Entries
Mercer County encourages residents to enter the 91st annual 4-H fair. Open division categories include family recipes, homegrown vegetables, or creative projects. Family-friendly activities include arts and crafts, animal shows, and farm tours. This year’s theme is “In 4-H, It’s Easy Being Green.” The fair will run Saturday, August 1, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, August 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Howell Living History Farm. Admission and parking are free. For information E-mail keverett@rce.rutgers.edu or call Kate Everett at 609-989-6833.
Trees
Arbor Tree Foundation offers “Conservation Trees,” a booklet featuring information about planting and caring for trees via illustrations and text. Order online for $3 at www.arborday.org/conservationtrees.
Squash
Lawrenceville School launches a public membership squash club. Courts, lessons, and equipment are available. Opens June 1, Monday to Friday, 5 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. Six month members ranges from junior, $250; to family, $450. For information contact Gavin Johnstone-Butcher at 609-620-7609 or by E-mail at gjbutcher@lawrenceville.org.
Good Causes
City of Trenton offers the Trenton Foreclosure Mitigation Task Force Spring Cleaning Expo on Saturday, May 30, at Trenton Downtown Commons. The event showcases, raises awareness, and provides access and highlights to available housing resources. To sponsor or participate call Jerome C. Harris at 609-989-3518.
Sarah Parvin SoccerFest offers registration to a 24-hour soccer tournament for travel soccer players on Saturday and Sunday, August 1 and 2. In memory of Sarah Alexandra Joan Parvin, who died of ovarian cancer when she was 12, the proceeds benefit the Sarah Parvin Foundation, an organization dedicated to cancer research. Highlights include rock climbing walls, moon bounces, live bands, food, games, a tethered balloon ride, and a tent city. Register at www.sarahsoccer.com
Psychic Cruise
Susan Duval Seminars offers “Psychics at Sea,” a Carnival Triumph trip to Canada, from Thursday, September 3 to Monday, September 7. Guest psychics include Theresa Roba, Carole Tollen, and Alison Baughman. Prices start at $789. Visit www.susanduvalseminars.com or call 215-348-5755.
