Friday, December 19
Chanukah. Begins at sundown.
School Sports
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Steinert. 4 p.m.
High School North Ice Hockey, Call for location., 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs.
Hamilton West. 4 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Steinert. 7 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Steinert. 7 p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Ewing. 7 p.m.
High School South Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Ewing. 7 p.m.
Cancellation
Peter Cincotti, McCarter’s Berlind Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer stars John Christopher Jones as Scrooge with Danny Hallowell as Tiny Tim. $30 to $41. 7:30 p.m.
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $22.50. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
Holiday Concert, New Jersey Opera Theater, Plainsboro Recreation Center, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-919-1767. Members of the Singer Circle present songs of the season to represent Kwanzaa, Chanukah, and Christmas. Free. 7 p.m.
O Magnum Mysterium, The Princeton Singers, Nassau Presbyterian Church, Nassau Street, 609-924-5900. “O Magnum Mysterium: Christmas with the
Princeton Singers” features the acclaimed a cappella vocal ensemble, under
the direction of Steven Sametz, in a holiday performance featuring diverse
celebrations of the Christmas season. Program includes traditional Christmas carols with works by a variety of composers including Byrd, Monteverdi, Dufay, Lauridsen, Poulenc, and Thompson. Admission is free and families are
welcome. 8 p.m.
Lessons and Carols, Voices Chorale, Princeton United Methodist Church, 7 Vandeventer Street, 609-637-9383. Family holiday program with candles and bells. Lynne Ransom directs. $18 adults; $8 children. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Cool Yule Jazz, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663.
Holiday program features Phil Orr, piano, and Jerry Rife, clarinet with jazz arrangements of traditional Christmas themes and carols from America, Germany, Puerto Rico, and an African-American spiritual. Program’s second half features a jazz interpretation of “The Nutcracker.” $20 adult; $15 students & seniors. 8 p.m.
Santa Claus in Town
Santa Ride 2003, Plainsboro Township Police and Plainsboro Volunteer Fire Company, 609-799-2333. Santa and officers from the Community Policing Unit and volunteers from the fire department visit 24 neighborhoods. Signs will be posted at each Santa Stop area. In case of severe weather, event will be held on Sunday, December 21. 5:10 to 8:30 p.m.
Santa Claus, West Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, 609-716-8588. Santa’s coming to West Windsor. Come out when you hear the sirens. All
visitors receive a candy cane. Through Sunday, December 21. 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, 800-448-3543. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Montgomery United Methodist Church, 117 Sunset Road, Belle Meade, 800-448-3543. 2:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, West Windsor, 800-448-3543. 3 to 8 p.m.
History
Colonial Lantern Walking Tours, Johnson Ferry House, Washington Crossing State Park, 609-737-2515. Two historic walking tours begin at the Nelson House on the riverfront and end at ferry house. Free parking, lanterns, and hot cider. Preregister, $5. 6:45 and 7:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Karen Rontowski, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Also Butch Fisco and Ed McGonigal. Comedy. Reservation. $12.
8:30 and 11 p.m.
Dennis Gruenling Band, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Diverse blues with harmonica. 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
Late Night Series, Mercer College, Studio Theater, CM 122, West Windsor, 609-586-9446. Poetry, music, drama, comedy, and open mic. Sign up at 9:30 p.m. to perform. Free. 10 p.m.
For Families
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609.
Lanthorne Walking Tour featuring the Nelson House, Harvey Barn, the Johnson Ferry House. Register. $5. 6:45 and 7:30 p.m.
Family Theater
The Nutcracker, Princeton Dance and Theater Studio, Forrestal Village Food Court, 609-514-1600. Lecture demonstration of the holiday classic. Jessica Cohen, one of the dancers, is a West Windsor resident and helped conceive the production. Free. Also December 21 at Plainsboro Municipal building. 7 p.m.
The Shepherds’ Play, Waldorf School, Mackay Auditorium, Princeton Theological Seminary, 609-466-1970. The Waldorf School faculty presents a
Medieval mystery play. Performed in as they have been for 500 years, these plays and are traditionally offered as a gift to students. The public is invited. Free. 7 p.m.
A Child’s Christmas in New Jersey, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front
and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. New musical for kids focusing on the blessings of family and community. Free, reservations are
required. Performances continue December 20 and 21. 7 p.m.
Singles
Singles Speak-Up Toastmasters, Mary Jacobs Library, 64 Washington Street, Rocky Hill, 908-371-1323. Improve your public speaking skills and network with professional singles. Guests welcome. 7:30 p.m.
For Seniors
Mercer County Widows and Widowers, V.F.W. 3525, Nottingham Way, Mercerville, 609-587-8959. Dance social, $7. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 20
School Sports
High School South Winter Track, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. FDU Holiday Classic. 8 a.m.
High School North Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Steinert. 9 a.m.
High School North Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Steinert. 9 a.m.
High School North Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Matawan Invite at Matawan. 9 a.m.
Cancellation
Peter Cincotti, Berlind Theater at McCarter, 609-258-2787.
Dance
The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet, State Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 877-782-8311. The dynamic regional company presents “Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker,” set in fin-de-siecle Vienna. Also Sunday, December 21. $12 to $36. 1 pm and 4:30 p.m.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 1 and 5:30 p.m.
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $24. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
A Ceremony of Carols, American Boychoir, Princeton University Chapel, 888-BOYCHOIR. The internationally-acclaimed boychoir celebrates the 60th anniversary of Benjamin Britten’s “Ceremony of Carols,” accompanied by the sound of harp, and readings from Elizabethan and medieval texts. $10 to $25. 8 p.m.
Handel’s `Messiah’, Princeton Pro Musica, Richardson Auditorium, 609-683-5122. The chorale and orchestra led by Frances Fowler Slade
celebrates its 25th anniversary season with a festive performance of the seasonal favorite with full chorus and orchestra. Soloists include Julianne Baird, soprano; Phyllis Tritto, mezzo-soprano; Frederick Urrey, tenor; and David Arnold, baritone. $30 & $35. 8 p.m.
Lessons and Carols, Voices Chorale, St. Andrew Catholic Church, 81 Swamp Road, Newtown, Pennsylvania, 609-637-9383. Family holiday program of holiday music with candles and bells. Lynne Ransom directs. $18 adults; $8 children. 8 p.m.
Light One Candle, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663.
Westminster Conservatory Youth Chorale, conducted by Frank Abrahams, performs a Chanukah concert. Works include excerpts from Handel’s “Judas
Maccabaeus” and Orr’s “The Dreydl Variations.” $10 adults; $5 students and seniors. 8 p.m.
Santa Claus in Town
Santa Ride 2003, Plainsboro Township Police and Plainsboro Volunteer Fire Company, 609-799-2333. Santa and officers from the Community Policing Unit and volunteers from the fire department visit 24 neighborhoods. 3:45 to 8:40 p.m.
Santa Claus, West Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, Around West Windsor, 609-716-8588. When you hear the sirens, come out and meet Santa
and the fire department volunteers. 4 pm to 9 p.m.
Faith
Princeton Alliance Church, Scudders Mill & Schalks Crossing roads, 609-799-9000. “Four Tickets to Christmas,” a musical set at the turn of the century blends ragtime, parlor music, and a barbershop quartet with a mix of
traditional and Christmas music. Free. 6 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Hot Spots
Wendy Zoffer and Ed Goldberg, Hyatt Regency, Route 1 North, West Windsor, 609-987-1234. Light jazz with Ed Goldberg on piano and Wendy Zoffer of Plainsboro on flute. “Bird of Beauty,” Zoffer’s new CD, will be on sale at the
Hyatt and is available at www.cdbaby.com. 6 to 10 p.m.
Carol Heffler, Acqua Ristorante, Route 202 South, Somerville, 908-707-1777. Carol Heffler of West Windsor performs solo piano. 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Karen Rontowski, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Also Butch Fisco and Ed McGonigal. Comedy. Reservation. $14. 8:30 and 11 p.m.
Twin-A, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. John Lardieri heads band with radio rock. 10:30 p.m.
For Families
Saturday Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Shows every Saturday
and Sunday through January 4. $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
Skate With Santa, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park, 609-371-1766. Skate rentals, hot chocolate, and cookies. Group skating lesson from 4 to 5 p.m. Register. Free. 5 to 7 p.m.
Family Theater
Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. Holiday show directed by Tina Lee. $8. Noon and 3 p.m.
The Nutcracker, Hillsborough High School, 908-874-8800. Belle Mead Ballet presents a one-hour narrated story ballet. The production introduces the art of ballet for audiences of all ages. Register. $10. 2 p.m.
Scrooge, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Bordentown Ballet Theater presents a ballet for children of all ages. $8. 2 and 4 p.m.
A Child’s Christmas in New Jersey, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. Free, but reservations are required. 2 p.m.
The Nutcracker, Princeton Dance and Theater Studio, Plainsboro Municipal Building, 609-514-1600. Lecture demonstration of the holiday classic. Free. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Optics Workshop, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Information and tips on how to buy a telescope or binoculars. Program cost may be applied to an optics purchase at the gift shop for up to 30 days post workshop. Register. $20. 1 to 3 p.m.
Sunday, December 21
Dance
The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet, State Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 877-782-8311. The dynamic regional company presents “Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker,” a fresh production of the Tchaikovsky holiday classic set in fin-de-siecle Vienna. $12 to $36. 1 and 4:30 p.m.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 1 and 5:30 p.m.
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $22.50. 2:30 p.m.
Holiday Potpourri, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Holiday songs and readings. By invitation. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
Wendy Zoffer, Westminster Choir College, Williamson Hall, 609-921-2663.
“Vivaldi and All That Jazz” presented by Wendy Zoffer on flute. Free. 3 p.m.
Holiday Concert, American Boychoir, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-258-5000. The internationally-acclaimed boychoir presents its traditional holiday gift, a program of songs and carols from around the world and an audience sing-a-long. $18 to $36. 4 p.m.
Handel’s `Messiah’, Princeton Pro Musica, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, 609-683-5122. The chorale and orchestra led by Frances Fowler Slade celebrates its 25th anniversary season with a festive performance of the seasonal favorite with full chorus and orchestra. $30 & $35. 4 p.m.
Lessons and Carols, Voices Chorale, Pennington Presbyterian Church, 13 South Main Street, Pennington, 609-637-9383. Family holiday program of holiday music with candles and bells. Lynne Ransom directs. $18 adults; $8 children. 4 p.m.
Nowell, Nowell!, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-219-2001. The Fuma Sacra ensemble, directed by Andrew Megill, presents Renaissance Christmas music. $20 adults; $15 students & seniors. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Communities of Light, Womanspace, Mercer, Hunterdon, and Somerset counties, 609-394-0136. Residents and businesses light luminary candles
along driveways and sidewalks throughout a three-county area to raise awareness of domestic violence and sexual assault while raising funds to support Womanspace services. Candle kit, $10, is available at area stores or from Womanspace. 5 p.m.
Santa Claus in Town
Operation Santa Claus, West Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, Around West Windsor, 609-716-8588. When you hear the sirens, come out and meet
Santa and the fire department volunteers. Holiday music and candy canes. 4 to 8 p.m.
Fairs
Holiday Castle Tour, West Windsor Historical Society, 96 Bear Brook Road, West Windsor, 609-452-8598. Tour “The Castle,” the three-story, 26-room home decked out with decorated trees, a room of model trains, mannequins enjoying dessert, and displays of antique dolls and toys, musical instruments, and quilts. $6. Postponed from December 7. 1 to 4 p.m.
The 1960s theme this year features clothing, toys, music, magazine covers, and newspaper stories of the era. Mini dresses, maxi coats, glass-heeled shoes, big round sunglasses, and hats were all the rage. At the large dining
room table, the mannequins, dressed up in ‘60s fashions, meet a peace-sign carrying mannequin wearing tie-dyed clothing.
Faith
Princeton Alliance Church, Scudders Mill & Schalks Crossing roads, 609-799-9000. “Four Tickets to Christmas,” a musical set at the turn of the century blends ragtime, parlor music, and a barbershop quartet with a mix of traditional and Christmas music. Free. 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton Junction, 609-799-1753. Service and Christmas musical, “Why the Chimes Rang.” 9:30 a.m.
Princeton Bible Church, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-275-8092. “The Spirit of Future Hope.” 10 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church, 22 South Main Street, Cranbury, 609-395-0897. Worship service. 10:30 a.m.
Princeton Ethical Humanist Fellowship, Stuart Hall, Princeton Theological Seminary, 609-588-8694. “Could Nature’s Natural Operating System be Felix Adler’s Ethical Manifold?” presented by Yale Stewart Landsberg. 10:45 a.m.
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center, 370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts, Judaica gifts, books, dreidel house, Menorah making. Free. Noon to 6 p.m.
Menorah Lighting, Chabad of the Windsors, Southfield Shopping Center, 609-448-9369. Grand Menorah lighting, entertainment, latkes, donuts, and dreidels. Free. 5 p.m.
Princeton United Methodist Church, Nassau & Vandeventer Streets, 609-924-2613. Chancel Choir and Bell Choir concert features both groups in
the annual Christmas concert. Free. 7 p.m.
Chabad of the Windsors, 609-448-9369. “Shabbos: Laws and Customs” presented in a four-part lecture series. Register. $18. 7:30 p.m.
Princeton Presbyterian Church, 545 Meadow Road, West Windsor, 609-987-1166. Communion. 8:30 and 11 a.m.
History
Plainsboro Museum, Wicoff House, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-9040.
Plainsboro’s history featured in exhibits from 6,”000 years ago to the present day including Walker-Gordon, transportation, Elsie the cow, schools, and other historic memorabilia. Free. 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Wendy Zoffer and Jacey Langford, Hyatt Regency, Route 1 North, West Windsor, 609-987-1234. Light jazz with Jacey Langford on piano and Wendy
Zoffer on flute. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For Families
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Shows every Saturday
and Sunday through January 4. $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
The Christmas Night Crossing, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum, Titusville, 609-737-9303. A talk using the letters and diaries of those who were there to look at the significance of the Christmas Night Crossing
and the Battle of Trenton. Free. 1 p.m.
Holiday Light Spectacular, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 732-335-8698. Holiday light display fills the park with over 1 million lights that can be viewed during a two-mile drive in your own car. Benefit for local charities. $12 per car
Monday through Thursday; $15 on Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. 5 p.m.
Family Theater
Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. Holiday show directed by Tina Lee. $8. Noon and 3 p.m.
Scrooge, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County College, 609-584-9444. Bordentown Ballet Theater presents a ballet for children of all ages. The character of Scrooge delivers key narrative passages to serve as the backdrop for the dances. $8. 2 and 4 p.m.
A Child’s Christmas in New Jersey, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. A new musical play by R.N.
Sandberg that focuses on the blessings of family and community. Free, but reservations are required. 3 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Solstice Festival, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. Celebrate the shortest day of the year with winter walks,
crafts, foods, holiday storytelling, bake sale, and gift shop. Create decorations for home or yard. Register. $15 individual; $30 family. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Singles
Jewish Singles of Mercer County, Princeton, 609-987-8100. Chanukah party for Jewish singles ages 35 to 55 features homemade latkes. White elephant
gifts invited. Address and directions sent with registration confirmation.
Website:www.mercerjewishsingles.com. $10. 4 p.m.
Monday, December 22
Winter Solstice.
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Township Agricultural Advisory Committee, 271 Clarksville Road, 609-799-2400. Meeting. 9 a.m.
West Windsor Site Plan, 609-799-2400. Meeting cancelled.
School Sports
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. North Brunwick. 7 p.m.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Nowell, Nowell!, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-219-2001. The Fuma Sacra ensemble, directed by Andrew Megill, presents Renaissance Christmas music. $20 adults; $15 students & seniors. 8 p.m.
Faith
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center, 370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts, Judaica gifts, books, dreidel house, Menorah making. Free. 2 to 6 p.m.
Annual Menorah Lighting, Palmer Square, North Hulfish Plaza, 800-644-3489.
Community Menorah lighting. Singing by children’s choir. Free. 5 p.m.
Chanukah Menorah Lighting, Jewish Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing, 609-883-9550. Community-wide Menorah lighting with songs.
Chanukah family dinner follows. Register. $20 per family. 5:15 p.m.
P
rinceton Presbyterian Church, 545 Meadow Road, West Windsor, 609-987-1166. “The Glory of Christmas,” a live outdoor nativity program. 7
p.m.
Winter Solstice, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-443-6908. Explore the meaning of the night through ritual and music. Bring a candle, holder, and percussion instruments. All ages welcome. 7 p.m.
Cool Spots
10th Anniversary, Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-4377. Celebration with music and giveaways. 3 to 6 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Moving Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Combination story hour and dance movement class for preschoolers with a parent partner. Baggy clothes recommended. Free. 9:30 a.m.
For Seniors
Movie, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. “Holiday Inn.” 1 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Men’s Basketball, Jadwin Gym, 609-258-3538. Lafayette. $9. 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 23
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
School Sports
High School South Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Ewing. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Ewing. 4 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Howell. 7 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Piscataway.
7:30 p.m.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 7:30 p.m.
Dancing
Salsa-Mambo Class, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street,
609-924-8777. Class for the beginner to advanced beginner featuring basic
steps, syncopated rhythms, dance etiquette, spinning, and turning. Wear
leather-soled shoes or dance sneakers. No partner needed. $15. 7 p.m.
Faith
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center,
370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts, Judaica gifts, books, dreidel house, Menorah making. Free. 2 to 6 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro, 500 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-0855.
“Come Away to the Quiet,” an advent observance in song, prayer, and
readings. 7 p.m.
Princeton Presbyterian Church, 545 Meadow Road, West Windsor,
609-987-1166. “The Glory of Christmas,” a live outdoor nativity program. 7
p.m.
Hot Spots
Ernie White Band Christmas Benefit, Conduit, 439 South Broad Street,
Trenton, 609-656-1199. The Ernie White Band Christmas rock and roll benefit
for the area’s handicapped children through Hamilton Elk Lodge 2262. Show
also features Joe Zook, Duke Williams, Richie Cole, Paul Plumeri, Billy Hill
Band, Lisa Bouchelle, Pete Maloney, Scott Rednor, Billy Holt, Jody
Giambelluca, Joe Vadala, The Commons, Mark Giovi, Jerry Monk, Joe Grillo,
Mike & Chris White. $12. 8 p.m.
Lectures
Jobseekers, Parish Hall entrance, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street,
609-924-2277. networking, and support group for people changing jobs or
careers, weekly, no charge. 7:30 p.m.
Singles
Jewish Singles, Cranbury, 609-395-7034. Chanukah party for ages 35 to 55.
Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 24
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Shade Tree Committee, 609-799-2400. Cancelled.
West Windsor Township Planning Board, 609-799-2400. Cancelled.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. Noon and 4 p.m.
Good Causes
Santa’s Arrival, Princeton Airport, Route 206, 609-921-3100. Bring a wrapped
gift with child’s name in large text and Santa will distribute it when he arrives.
Of course, he’ll be phoning the airport from his twin engine’s radio.
Participants are also asked to bring an unwrapped gift of clothing, books, or
toys to be distributed through Mercer County Board of Social Services. 11
a.m.
Faith
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center,
370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts, Judaica gifts, books, dreidel house, Menorah making. Free. 2 to 6 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 801 West State Street, Trenton, 609-392-3805.
Christmas Eve mass. 4 and 9:30 p.m.
Christmas Eve Caroling, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street,
609-924-8777. Carolers assemble on the Arts Council front lawn and proceed
to sing on Palmer Square with the Blawenburg Brass Band leading the
festivities. Bring candles, lanterns, flashlights, and bells, and keep your eyes
open for Santa. Free. 5 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, 22 South Main Street, Cranbury, 609-395-0897.
Christmas Eve Services. Bells Service for children of all ages at 5 p.m. Family
Candlelight Service at 8 p.m. Candlelight Communion Service at 11 p.m. 5 p.m.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton
Junction, 609-799-1753. Christmas Eve family service. Candlelight service of
Holy Communion at 7:30 and 11 p.m. 5 p.m.
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 142 Sand Hill Road, Monmouth Junction,
732-297-4607. Christmas Eve services. 5:30 pm and 10:30 p.m.
Living Nativity, First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro, 500 Plainsboro Road,
609-799-0855. The front of the church becomes ancient Bethlehem, with
shepherds, sheep, a magi, and a manger where Mary, Joseph, and angels are
portrayed. Family worship at 7 p.m.; and traditional candlelight communion at
11 p.m. 6 p.m.
The sheep are owned by John and Susan White of East Windsor. Dressed as
shepherds themselves, they bring two to four sheep to the annual event.
Princeton United Methodist Church, Nassau & Vandeventer Streets,
609-924-2613. Christmas Eve candlelight service. 6 and 8 p.m.
Princeton Bible Church, Williamson Hall,Bristol Chapel, 609-275-8092.
Christmas Eve services. 6:30 p.m.
Windsor Chapel, 401 Village Road East, West Windsor, 609-799-2559.
Christmas Eve service includes carols, music, Luke’s Christmas story, and
traditional candlelighting. 6:30 p.m.
Princeton Presbyterian Church, 545 Meadow Road, West Windsor,
609-987-1166. “The Glory of Christmas,” a live outdoor nativity program.
Lessons and Carols at 7:30 p.m. Candlelight service at 11 p.m. 7 p.m.
Lutheran Church of the Messiah, 407 Nassau Street, 609-924-3642. Christmas
Eve candlelight communion service with special choir music. 8 p.m.
Cool Spots
24-Hour Christmas Show, WPRB Radio, 103.3 FM. Jon Solomon hosts his 16th
annual 24-Hour Christmas Show on 103.3 WPRB FM in Princeton, which has
been on the air every year since 1988. Free. 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 25
Christmas Day. Postal and bank holiday.
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Washington’s Crossing
Washington Crossing Historic Park, Routes 32 and 532, Washington Crossing,
Pennsylvania, 215-493-4076. Annual reenactment marking the 227th
anniversary of George Washington’s Crossing of the Delaware. Robert
Gerenser of New Hope will portray General. Visitors Center opens at 11 a.m.,
crossing begins at 1 p.m. Free. 11 a.m.
It was on Christmas night, 1776, that General George Washington and his
troops crossed the icy Delaware River from Pennsylvania in a sleet storm on
their way to a surprise attack on the Hessians in Trenton. This first battle won
by the Continental Army became a turning point in the American Revolution,
giving courage to the colonials.
Now Washington’s crossing is celebrated with all the spectacle that a
winning military operation deserves. About 5,”000 people are expected to
observe the event, which begins at 11 a.m. with the gathering of colonial
troops in the park.
Faith
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, Princeton
Junction, 609-799-1753. Christmas Day worship service. 10 a.m.
Lutheran Church of the Messiah, 407 Nassau Street, 609-924-3642. Christmas
day choral Eucharist. 10:30 a.m.
Windsor Chapel, 401 Village Road East, West Windsor, 609-799-2559.
Christmas Sunday service. 10:45 a.m.
Family Fun Mitzvah Day, Jewish Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road,
Ewing, 609-883-9550. The afternoon of good deeds includes sorting donated
clothing and gifts, and cookies. Crafts, games, activities. Donations of baby
supplies, accessories, clothing, and toiletries are needed. Free. Register.
Noon to 2 p.m.
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center,
370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts, Judaica gifts, books, dreidel house, Menorah making. Free. 2 to 6 p.m.
Friday, December 26
Kwanzaa. The seven-day African-American celebration begins today.
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Drama
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $22.50. 8 p.m.
Faith
Chanukah Wonderland, Chabad of the Windsors, Town Court Shopping Center,
370 Route 130 South, East Windsor, 609-448-9369. Chanukah festival with
crafts and Menorah making. Final day. Free. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:15 a.m.
Hot Spots
Kevin Sullivan, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center,
609-987-8018. Also Steve Lazarus and Dan Evans. Comedy. Reservation. $14.
8:30 and 11 p.m.
DeSol, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. Latin
pop rock from deSol, the seven-man, Asbury Park-based band that has just
signed a recording contract with Curb/ Warner Bros. Records. DeSol infuses
English and Spanish lyrics with melodies that range from fiery to folksy and
features lots of danceable tunes. 10:30 p.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. Also 1 to 3:30 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m.; and 8 to 10 p.m. 10 a.m. to
Noon.
Family Theater
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Plays-in-the-Park, State
Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-548-2884. Ninth edition
of the family musical stars Billy Piscopo and Kathleen Campbell. $6. 8 p.m.
What’s in Store
Perennial Home, 119 West Ward Street, Hightstown, 609-448-8830. After
holiday sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Singles
Divorce Recovery Support Group, Princeton Church of Christ, 33 River Road,
Princeton, 609-581-3889. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Jewish Singles of Mercer County, Adath Israel Congregation, 1958
Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-987-8100. Shabbat evening services
followed by Oneg Shabbat. Free. 7:45 p.m.
Jewish Singles of Mercer County is a new group for single Jews ages 35 to 55
under the auspices of Jewish Family and Children’s Services. It is sponsored
by the Board of Rabbis of Princeton-Mercer-Bucks representing Adath Israel
Congregation, Temple Beth Chaim, Beth El Synagogue, Congregation Brothers
of Israel, Har Sinai Temple, and the Jewish Center of Princeton.
Saturday, December 27
School Sports
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. 03 Basketball
Tourney. Call for time.
High School South Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Stapleton
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School South Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. South Brunswick
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School North Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. North Brunswick
Raider Invite. 9 a.m.
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Bordentown
Tourney vs. Penning. 11:30 a.m.
Dance
The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet, Patriots Theater at the War
Memorial, Trenton, 609-984-8400. The dynamic regional company presents
“Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker,” a fresh production set in fin-de-siecle
Vienna with Tchaikovsky’s sparkling score performed live by the Greater
Trenton Symphony Orchestra. $22 to $34. 1 and 4:30 p.m.
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 1 and 5:30 p.m.
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $24. 8 p.m.
Literati
Book Sale, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897.
Monthly booksale benefit. Hardbacks $1, paperbacks $.50. Miscellaneous
media and art at bargain prices. Once a year bargain basement bag of books,
$3. from 1 to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Battles of Trenton
Old Barracks Museum, Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-777-1770. Cannons roar
and muskets fire during the commemoration of the First and Second Battles
of Trenton, fought December 26, 1776, and January 2, 1777, representing
George Washington’s first victories in winning independence for America in
the Revolutionary War. Reenactments take place at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on the
same routes Washington used. Memorial service at 2:30 p.m. Free. 10 a.m.
and 3 p.m.
Hot Spots
Kevin Sullivan, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center,
609-987-8018. Also Steve Lazarus and Dan Evans. Comedy. Reservation. $14.
8:30 and 11 p.m.
Bud Light Street Team, Culture Club, Westin Hotel, Forrestal Village,
609-716-1977. Street Teams from the Bud Light camp will be handing out
giveaways all night long. 9 p.m.
B.D. Lenz, Yankee Doodle Tap Room, Nassau Inn, 10 Palmer Square,
609-921-7500. Funky jazz guitar. 10 p.m.
Stoned Grace, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855.
Funk, hip hop, soul, and jam rock. 10:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Saturday Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road,
609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. Also 5 to 7 p.m.; and 8 to 10 p.m. 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205
West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images
accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the
Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
What’s in Store
Perennial Home, 119 West Ward Street, Hightstown, 609-448-8830. After
holiday sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Winepress Restaurant, 4484 Route 27, Kingston,
609-896-1170. Walk the canal for ages 55-plus. 10 a.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129,
Trenton, 609-520-8383. The Trenton Titans take on the Spartaks of Saint
Petersburg, Russia, in exhibition games, also Sunday, December 28, at 2 p.m.
$9.50 to $23. 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 28
Drama
A Christmas Carol, Matthews Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Family holiday heartwarmer. $30 to $41. 1 and 5:30 p.m.
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Ray Cooney’s madcap comedy. $22.50. 2:30 p.m.
Return of the Troops
Washington Crossing Historic Park, Routes 32 and 532, Washington Crossing,
Pennsylvania, 215-493-4076. Annual reenactment marks the return of George
Washington’s troops after the Battle of Trenton. Free. Noon to 4 p.m.
Crafts
New Year’s Noise Makers, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor,
609-520-1300. Family time making maracas and noisemakers. Register. $5. 2
p.m.
Faith
Princeton Ethical Humanist Fellowship, Stuart Hall, Princeton Theological
Seminary, 609-588-8694. “Another Conversation with Margaret Wheatly: What
am I willing to notice in my world?” presented by Charles Vail. 10:45 a.m.
Church of Saint Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, 609-882-6491.
Holiday songs and show tunes presented by the youth choir. Free. 3 p.m.
Chabad of the Windsors, 609-448-9369. “Shabbos: Laws and Customs”
presented in a four-part lecture series. Register. $18. 7:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Mambo Dance Lessons, KatManDu, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton,
609-393-7300. Free Mambo lessons followed by salsa, merengue, bachata,
and house music until 2 a.m. 8 p.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. Also 5 to 7 p.m. 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205
West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images
accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the
Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
Holiday Light Spectacular, PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, 732-335-8698.
Holiday light display fills the park with over 1 million lights that can be viewed
during a two-mile drive in your own car. Benefit for local charities. $12 per car
Monday through Thursday; $15 on Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. 5 p.m.
Family Theater
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Plays-in-the-Park, State
Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-548-2884. Ninth edition
of the family musical stars Billy Piscopo and Kathleen Campbell. $6. 2 p.m.
What’s in Store
Perennial Home, 119 West Ward Street, Hightstown, 609-448-8830. After
holiday sale. Noon to 4 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129,
Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Spartak St. Pete International Game. $9.50
to $23. 3 p.m.
Monday, December 29
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Township Council, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400. Meeting.
7:45 p.m.
School Sports
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Bordentown
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. 03 Basketball
Tourney. Call for time.
High School South Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Stapleton
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School South Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. South Brunswick
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. Also 1 to 3:30 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m.; and 8 to 10 p.m. 10 a.m. to
Noon.
Tuesday, December 30
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
School Sports
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. 03 Basketball
Tourney. Call for time.
High School South Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Stapleton
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School South Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. South Brunswick
Holiday Classic. Call for time.
High School North Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Hopewell Valley. 11
a.m.
High School South Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Notre Dame. 1 p.m.
Good Causes
Benefit, Hightstown Fire Company, Main Street, 609-890-3252. Certified
Jazzercise Instructor, Mary Jane Brady, leads three synergy classes to
benefit the fire house. Jazzercise, 5:40 and 7:30 p.m.; Technique, 6:45 p.m.
One class, $10; three classes, $15. 5:40 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Story time and crafts. 10 a.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. Also 1 to 3:30 p.m.; 5 to 7 p.m.; and 8 to 10 p.m. 10 a.m. to
Noon.
Silent Cinema Holiday, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon,
609-924-8777. Classic silent short films shown on a big screen with “behind
the scenes” commentary by film historian Bruce Lawton. $6; free for kids
under 5. 3 p.m.
Lectures
Jobseekers, Parish Hall entrance, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street,
609-924-2277. networking, and support group for people changing jobs or
careers, weekly, no charge. 7:30 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129,
Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Johnstown. $9.50 to $23. 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 31
New Year’s Eve.
Classical Music
New Year’s Eve Concert, Greater Trenton Symphony Orchestra, Patriots
Theater, War Memorial, Trenton, 609-396-5522. Guest conductor Sabin Pautza
and pianist Christopher Johnson join the GTSO for a New Year’s Eve concert
that features such symphonic and popular favorites as Saint-Saens’ Piano
Concerto No. 2 and Khachaturian’s “Sabre Dance.” $25 to $65. 8 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Operafest, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, State Theater,
New Brunswick, 732-246-7469. A quartet of singers who have graced the
opera stages of New York and beyond join the orchestra in presenting a
festive program of Puccini, Mozart, Lehar, and Strauss opera and light opera
favorites. Mark Laycock, music director. $25 to $55. 8 p.m.
Folk Music
New Year’s Eve Sing, Princeton Folk Music Society, Private home, Grovers Mill,
609-799-0944. In a longstanding tradition, Folk Society members greet the
New Year with song and midnight pot-luck supper. Bring your instrument and
a pot-luck dish to share. Call Justin Kodner for membership information and
directions. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
New Year’s Eve Benefit Gala, Crossroads Theater, 7 Livingston Avenue, New
Brunswick, 732-545-8100. Crossroads Theater Company presents its Second
Annual New Year’s Eve Gala with entertainment and a party mid-way through
the company’s 25th anniversary season. $125. 8 p.m.
Community Gatherings
Hogmanay New Year’s Eve Bonfire, Lawrence Historical Society, Brearley
House, Meadow Lane, Lawrenceville, 609-895-1728. In the Great Meadow of
the historic house, a traditional “Hogmanay” New Year’s Eve bonfire. Hot
chocolate served. Free. 6 p.m.
Food & Dining
New Year’s Eve, Rusty Scupper, 378 Alexander Road, 609-921-3276. Dinner
selections and specials including filet mignon and lobster tail. Jazz trio and
champagne toast. Register. 5 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Doral Forrestal, 100 College Road East, 609-452-7800. Gala
celebration include dinner, open bar, champagne toast, continental
breakfast, and disc jockey entertainment, $199 per couple. With overnight
accommodations and brunch, $349. 6 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Celebration, Tre Piani Ristorante, Forrestal Village,
Plainsboro, 609-452-1515. Cocktail hour, five-course dinner, champagne toast,
and dancing to music by Miracle. By reservation, $85. 6 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Gala, Baldassari Regency, 145 Morris Avenue, Trenton,
609-392-1280. Festive dinner and dancing. By reservation. 7 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dancing, Hopewell Bistro, Starlight Room, 15 East
Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Festive dinner and dancing to the
Acme Music Quartet playing jazz standards with vocals. Two seatings. By
reservation. 7 and 10 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Amarone’s Windsor Inn, 29 Church Street, Windsor,
609-448-7144. Food, wine, and entertainment by Danny Love. Three seatings
available. By reservation. 8 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Diamond’s Riverside, 1140 River Road, West Trenton,
609-882-0303. Dinner, open bar, midnight toast, late night buffet, DJ Steve
Corleto. $125 per person. 8 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Forsgate Country Club, 375 Forsgate Drive, Jamesburg,
732-656-8912. Celebration includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, open bar,
champagne toast, and a four-course gourmet dinner. Starlyte Music, a
seven-piece band led by Terri and Steve Gutkin, features music from the
1940s to today. By reservation, $250 per couple. 8 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, KatManDu, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton,
609-393-7300. El Ka Bong is the featured band with an audience-friendly
stage show that is part of the New Year’s Eve party. The Big Apple theme
includes costumes, characters, theatrical effects, and billboards. Party
package includes buffet and open bar until 1 a.m. By reservation, $65. 8:30
p.m.
New Year’s Eve Celebration, Amalfi’s Cuisine, 146 Lawrenceville-Pennington
Road, Lawrenceville, 609-912-1599. Special menu, open bar, music,
champagne toast, noisemakers. $190 per couple. 9 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Westin Princeton, Forrestal Village, 609-520-6280. Culture
Club party includes open bar, hors d’oeuvres, DJ with dance music,
Champagne toast for $75 per person. With overnight room accommodations
and breakfast, $310 per couple. With dinner at Bimi, $395. By reservation. 9
p.m.
Hot Spots
Crystal Garden, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-1835. Four
course dinner, dancing, DJ, balloon drop at midnight, party favors,
champagne toast. $120 per person. 6 p.m.
Danny Bevins, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center,
609-987-1835. Four-course dinner, comedy show, four drink tickets, party
favors, champagne toast, dj and dancing. Headliner Danny Bevins has opened
for Andrew Dice Clay, been on both the Leeza and Jenny McCarthy shows,
and has been part of comedy festivals and competitions. $155 per person.
8:30 p.m.
New Year’s Eve, Harvest Moon Brewery, 392 George Street, New Brunswick,
732-249-6666. Rock in the New Year with Clever Hans. 10 p.m.
Poppa Mahjama, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street,
609-924-7855. New Year’s Eve Party with menu specials, party favors, and
Champagne toast. $10 cover. 10 p.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 1
New Year’s Day. Postal and bank holiday.
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Zoning Board of Adjustment, 609-799-2400. Cancelled.
Health & Wellness
Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman,
609-924-7294. Yoga with Julie Parrella. Multi-level class suitable for
beginners, intermediate, and advanced. $25. 10 a.m.
Full Circle Family, 329 Princeton Hightstown Road, East Windsor,
609-371-0888. Free hangover relief massages consisting of acupressure to
the head, neck, shoulders, face, and feet. Walk-ins welcome but appointment
is recommended. Longer massages available. Free yoga class begins at 1
p.m. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897.
All ages. 10:30 and 7 p.m.
For Families
Holiday Skating, Mercer County Skating Rink, Mercer County Park,
609-371-1766. 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Resolution Run 5K, Wheel Life Cycles and Somerville Cycles, Hillsborough
Municipal Building, 877-342-4633. All level walkers and runners invited to a 3.1
mile certified course to benefit Project Graduation 2004, Carol’s Cats, Open
Your Heart, and Greyhound Friends of New Jersey. Awards for first, second,
and third in many age groups. Sweatshirt for all. Register at
www.resolutionrun.org. 11 a.m.
Hamilton Hangover Run, Veterans Park, Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-890-8343.
The annual five-mile race begins at 12:30 p.m.; the one-mile fun run begins at
noon. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Donations to Hamilton High School
West Football Boosters and Nottingham Rescue Squad. Noon.
Friday, January 2
WW-P Board of Education, 609-716-5000. School closed.
Drama
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Comedy. $22.50. 8 p.m.
Classical Music
Jeffrey Kahane, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium,
Princeton, 800-ALLEGRO. Multi-talented musician Jeffrey Kahane is
conductor and guest soloist in a program that highlights the works of two
American composers: Paul Hindemith and New Jersey resident and Pulitzer
Prize-winner George Walker. His “Lyric for Strings” will showcase NJSO’s
Golden Age Collection of rare Italian string instruments. Also works by
Schumann and Ravel. $15 to $55. 8 p.m.
Crafts
Journals for A New Year, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor,
609-520-1300. For young artists ages 10 to 14. Register. $5. 1 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman,
609-924-7294. Free classes for new visitors through January 8. 10 a.m.
Hot Spots
The Spinz, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855.
10:30 p.m.
Politics
Inauguration, Brian Hughes, Trenton War Memorial, 609-278-3187. Brian
Hughes will be sworn in as Mercer County executive. Freeholders Elizabeth
Muoio, Ann Cannon, and Pasquale Colavita also take their oaths. Hughes
delivers inaugural address after taking the oath. 5:30 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Hockey, Hobey Baker Rink, 609-258-3538. Merrimack, $9. 7 p.m.
International Championship Ice Racing, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton
Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. $19 adults; $5 children. 7:30
p.m.
Saturday, January 3
School Sports
High School North Diving, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. North Brunswick
Invitational. 10 a.m.
High School South Diving, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At North Brunswick. 10
a.m.
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Allentown. 1
p.m.
High School North Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Princeton. 1 p.m.
High School South Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Ewing. 1 p.m.
Drama
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Comedy. $24. 8 p.m.
World Music
Enchanted Evening, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive,
Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. North Indian light classical music
presented by Deepak Kumar on vocals, harmonium, and guitar; Naren
Budhakar on tabla. $15. 8 p.m.
Community Gatherings
Minority Recruitment Job Fair, Central Jersey Program of the Recruitment of
Diverse Educators, Hillsborough High School. Representatives from East
Windsor, Ewing, Franklin Township, Hillsborough, Lawrence, Montgomery,
Princeton, West Windsor, and Plainsboro schools will be available to discuss
2004-2005 anticipated job vacancies. Register at www.njhire.com. 9 a.m. to
12:30 p.m.
Annual Colonel Hand March to Trenton, Lawrence Historical Society,
Lawrence Township Municipal Building, 609-895-1728. Historical
reenactment, led by trustee Bill Agress, begins at the township municipal
building and travels along historic Route 206. Free. 10 a.m.
Crafts
Kid’s Memory Book, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-520-1300.
Register. $5. 1 p.m.
History
Brearley House Tour, Lawrence Historical Society, Meadow Lane,
Lawrenceville, 609-895-1728. Tour of the restored 1761 John Brearley House,
an eight-room Georgian style brick farmhouse, are offered on the first
Saturday of every month. Free. 10 a.m. to noon
Hot Spots
Tania Alexandra Band, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street,
609-924-7855. 10:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Saturday Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road,
609-275-2897. All ages. 10:30 a.m.
For Families
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205
West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images
accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the
Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
The Second Battle of Trenton, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center
Museum, Titusville, 609-737-9303. A talk using the letters and diaries of those
who were there to look at the significance of the Second Battle of Trenton
and the Battle of Princeton. Free. 1 p.m.
Outdoor Action
After Holidays Walk, Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, Washington
Crossing State Park, Route 29, Titusville, 732-873-3050. Five-mile walk led by
a park naturalist. Free with preregistration. 1 p.m.
Singles
Tennis for Singles, Princeton Racquet Club, 92 Washington Road, West
Windsor, 609-799-8214. Tennis party with mixed doubles and refreshments.
$35 at the door. 7 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Hockey, Hobey Baker Rink, 609-258-3538. Merrimack, $9. 7 p.m.
Sunday, January 4
Drama
Caught in the Net, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue,
Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Comedy. $22.50. 2:30 p.m.
Art
Annual Juried Members’ Exhibition, Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124
Montgomery Road, Skillman, 609-921-3272. Opening reception for the annual
show featuring recent works by members of MCA in painting, drawing,
collage, photography, sculpture, and ceramics. Juror is Harry I. Naar, director
of the Rider University Art Gallery. Show continues to February 1. Free. 1 to 4
p.m.
Classical Music
Marvin Blickenstaff, Steinway Society, Jacobs Music, 2540 Brunswick Pike,
Lawrenceville, 609-434-0222. Steinway Society musicale features Marvin
Blickenstaff in a program of works by Francis Poulenc, Johannes Brahms, and
Frederic Chopin. $15 adult; $8 for students 18 and under. 4 p.m.
Steinway Society membership includes admission to all six musicales plus the
final scholarship musical in June. Individual membership $40; family
membership $75.
Crafts
Kid’s Memory Book, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-520-1300.
Register. $5. 2 p.m.
Faith
Church of Saint Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, 609-882-6491.
Sing-along to your favorite Christmas Carols led by the adult choir. Free. 3
p.m.
For Families
Laser Nutcracker Spectacular, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205
West State Street, Trenton, 609-777-9444. Laser lights and 3-D images
accompany music from Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, plus “Frosty the
Snowman” and “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” $5. 1 and 3 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129,
Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Reading. $9.50 to $23. 3 p.m.
Monday, January 5
Municipal Meetings
WW-P Board of Education, Central Office, 609-716-5000. Administration
Committee. 9:30 a.m.
Plainsboro Township Committee, Municipal Building, 641 Plainsboro Road,
609-799-0909. Annual reorganization meeting. 6 p.m.
School Sports
High School North Ice Hockey, Call for location., 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs.
Hopewell Valley. 4:45 p.m.
High School North Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. McCorristin. 6:30
p.m.
Health & Wellness
Lifesteps Weight Management Program, University Medical Center at
Princeton, 253 Witherspoon Street, 609-497-4480. 12-week program combines
behavior change and exercise plans. Register. $249. 7:15 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897.
All ages. 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 6
School Sports
High School South Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Hightstown. 4
p.m.
High School South Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Hightstown. 4
p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Princeton. 6
p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Trenton. 7
p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Trenton. 7
p.m.
High School North Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Ewing. 7:30
p.m.
High School North Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Ewing. 7:30
p.m.
Drama
Fraulein Else, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. First preview for the story of a remarkable woman, adapted by
and starring Francesca Faridany, directed by her husband, Stephen
Wadsworth. Opening night is Thursday, January 15, for the show that runs to
February 15. $30 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
High School South Post Prom 2004, High School South, 609-716-5000, ext.
5050. Meeting is open to the community. Committee chairs include Ann
Galbraith, events, 609-443-9562; Mary Dampier, decorations, 609-799-5945;
and Genine Coleman, fundraising, 609-275-1682. 7:30 p.m.
Fundraisers planned this year include two clothing drives, a bake sale, and a
craft fair. Donations of cash and prizes are welcome. Volunteers to help with
the events, communications, decorations, fundraising, and especially help is
needed on the night of the event, Friday, June 4, are welcome.
Crafts
Paper Jewelry Beads, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor, 609-520-1300.
Register. $20. 6 p.m.
Faith
Congregation Beth Chaim, 329 Village Road East, West Windsor,
609-799-9401. “Introduction to Judaism” is a 16-session course including
Jewish history, holidays, events, and basic Hebrew. It is aimed at interfaith
couples and people interested in converting to Judaism.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897.
All ages. 10:30 and 7 p.m.
Politics
Gun Violence Prevention, Million Mom March, Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane,
Lawrenceville, 609-882-3711. All are welcome. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Wednesday, January 7
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Township Planning Board, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400 8
p.m.
School Sports
High School North Winter Track, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. CVC shot and high
jump. 4 p.m.
High School South Winter Track, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. CVC shot put and
high jump. 4 p.m.
High School South Wrestling, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Trenton Central.
6:30 p.m.
Drama
Fraulein Else, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Drama. Preview. $30 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Color & Talea, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855.
Jazz. 9:30 p.m.
House Tour
Drumthwacket Foundation, 354 Stockton Street, 609-683-0591. Guided public
tours of New Jersey’s official governor’s residence. Free admission.
Reservations required by phone or at www.drumthwacket.org. 10 a.m. to 2
p.m.
In the Schools
African American Parent Support Group, High School South, Life Skills Room,
West Windsor, 609-799-6031. Meeting. 7:30 p.m.
Sports
Trenton Titans, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129,
Trenton, 609-520-8383. Hockey vs. Johnstown. $9.50 to $23. 7 p.m.
Princeton Men’s Basketball, Jadwin Gym, 609-258-3538. Monmouth. $9. 7:30
p.m.
Thursday, January 8
Municipal Meetings
West Windsor Zoning Board of Adjustment, Municipal Building, 609-799-2400.
Special meeting. 8 p.m.
School Sports
High School North Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Princeton. 4
p.m.
High School North Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Princeton. 4
p.m.
High School South Boys Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Nottingham.
4 p.m.
High School South Girls Swimming, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Nottingham. 4
p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Vs. Lawrence. 7
p.m.
Dance
Tap Cats, Theatre Intime, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University,
609-258-1742. New tap dance company show. $10. 8 p.m.
Drama
Fraulein Else, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place,
609-258-2787. Story of a remarkable woman, adapted by and starring
Francesca Faridany. Preview. $30 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Galatea, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Matthews Acting
Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. John Lyly drama directed by Lee
Conderacci ‘04. 8 p.m.
Art
Dinner and a Movie, Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton,
609-689-1089. “Photographers of Influence” film series features Alfred
Stieglitz. Films are free with paid park admission. Dinner by Souffle at 5:30
p.m.; for reservations call 609-890-6015. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
The Dvorak Centenary: Inspiring America, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra,
State Theater, New Brunswick, 800-ALLEGRO. The NJSO Winter Festival
begins with a program featuring Dvorak’s “American Concerto” and
Symphony No. 7. $17 to $69. 8 p.m.
Crafts
Innovative Ribbon Bound Books, Blue Tulip, Nassau Park, West Windsor,
609-520-1300. Register. $45. 6 p.m.
Hot Spots
Dave Devlin Band, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street,
609-924-7855. Jazz. 10 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897.
All ages. 10:30 p.m.
In the Schools
Multisensory Teaching Techniques, Newgrange Educational Outreach Center,
407 Nassau Street, 609-688-1280. Phonemic Awareness presented by Deardra
Rosenberg. Register. $87. 9 a.m.
Friday, January 9
School Sports
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