Friday November 3
Drama
Something’s Afoot, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Musical comedy spoof. $15. 8 p.m.
Greetings, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. Tom Dudzik’s holiday comedy begins with an engaged couple, one Catholic and one Jewish. Through December 16. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
Book of Days, Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469. www.svptheatre.org. Lanford Wilson drama. $18. 8 p.m.
The Full Monty, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Art
Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Road, Skillman, 609-921-3272. www.montgomerycenterforthearts.org. First day for “Contemporary Crafts Exhibition.” On view through November 12. 1 to 4 p.m.
Opening Reception, Princeton Senior Resource Center, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street (behind Borough Hall), 609-924-7108. “Japanese Print Making Today: A New Perspective,” an exhibit and sale of the works of four artists whose works will be included in a spring show at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. Benefit for the resource center. Artists include Susumu Endo, Margaret Kennard Johnson, Katsunori Hamanishi, and Yoshikatsu Tamekane. Register. Through November 30. 4 to 7 p.m.
Art Exhibit, Red Green Blue, 4 Hulfish Street, Princeton, 609-683-5100. www.redgreenblueonline.com. Opening of a new children’s art gallery features art by Riverside School students. On view through November. The drop-in craft studio, celebrating its one-year anniversary, includes glass fusing, silk painting, and mosaic projects. 4:30 p.m.
Art Opening, Raritan Valley Community College, Art Gallery, Route 28, North Branch, 908-218-8876. www.raritanval.edu. Opening reception for the Third annual RVCC Art Students Juried Exhibition. On view through November 21. 6 to 8 p.m.
Book Sale
West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0462. Holiday gift books, children’s books, cookbooks, paperbacks, videos, and audio tapes. Not to be confused with the annual booksale, this one is the result of the storerooms overflowing with donated books. Through Sunday, November 5. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.##M:[more]##
Proceeds from past book sales have enabled the Friends of the West Windsor Library to purchase books, materials, benches, display racks, and to fund children’s programs.
Literati
Poetry Slam, Arts Council of Princeton, Princeton Shopping Center, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Semiannual regional poetry slam hosted by slammaster Postmidnight. Two divisions, “Open” (newcomers and youth) and “Master” (experienced slammers). Prizes for the highest scores in each division. Register. $6. 7:30 p.m.
Les Steckel, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Author of “One Yard Short: Turning Your Defeats into Victories,” an inspiration memoir of his 34-year career as an NFL football coach. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Piano Teachers’ Forum, Jacobs Music, Route 1, Lawrence, 609-587-8313. “I Spy: A Magical Music Tour” presented by Lori Rosolowsky. She will perform and analyze Beethoven’s Sonata “Pathetique” and Saint Saens “Danse Macabre.” $10. 9:30 a.m.
Arias and Ensembles, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. New Jersey Opera Theater’s Singer Circle presents concert. Register. Free with admission to the park. 7:30 p.m.
Turandot, Boheme Opera, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, 609-581-7200. www.bohemeopera.com. Puccini opera based on “One Thousand and One Days,” the Persian collection of stories. The production set in China features Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company and stars Othalie Graham in the title role. In Italian with supertitles. Pre-curtain talk at 6:45 p.m. Also Sunday, November 5, at 3 p.m. $28 to $68. 8 p.m.
Westminster Kantorei, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Fall concert specializing in music from Renaissance and Baroque eras. Conducted by Andrew Megill. $15. 8 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Dedication Ceremony, Arts Council of Princeton, Quark Park, Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Sculpture provided by Princeton mathematician and artist Marc Pelletier. 11 a.m.
Pop Music
Bo Diddley and Friends, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Triple bill with Alvin Youngblood Hart and Ruthie Foster. Bo Diddley is one of the key figures in the development of rock ‘n’ roll. $38 to $43. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Wine Tasting, PEI Kids, Union Firehouse, 1396 River Road, Titusville, 609-695-3739. www.peikids.org. Register. $35. 6 p.m.
An Evening of Monopoly, Girl Scouts of Delaware-Raritan, Forsgate Country Club, Monroe, 732-821-9090. www.gsofdr.org. Open bar cocktail reception, silent auction, Monopoly play, dessert, and prizes. Register. $75. 7 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Barry Friedman and Bill Scott, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. www.catcharisingstar.com. Reservation. $17.50 to $20. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Faith
Community Day, Princeton Area Church Women United, Kingston Presbyterian Church, 4561 Route 27, Kingston, 609-921-2494. “Signs of Healing” features speakers of various religious traditions. Bring a bag lunch and stay for a discussion. Beverages and desserts provided. Free. 11:45 a.m.
Food & Dining
A Night with Gwendolyn Jones, Garden Tea Room, 4 South Main Street, Allentown, 609-208-1880. English storytales, hors d’oeuvres, and dessert buffet. $20. 6:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Weekend Yoga and Meditation Retreat, One Yoga Center, Kateri Environmental Center, Wickatunk, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. For all levels, healthy meals, and accommodations. Massage, Reiki, and nutritional consult available. Register. $295. 6 p.m.
For Teens
Middle School Dance, West Windsor Recreation and Parks, Grover Middle School, 609-799-6141. www.wwparks-recreation.com. For West Windsor and Plainsboro students in grades 6 to 8. Register in advance. $8. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Live Music
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. 6 to 9 p.m.
Karaoke Night, Europa at Monroe, 146 Applegarth Road, Monroe, 609-490-9500. www.europanj.com. 6:30 p.m.
Wah!, Integral Yoga of Princeton, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, 609-683-9199. www.integralyogaprinceton.org. In concert. $25. 7 p.m.
Folk by Association, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. bordersgroupinc.com. Karen Krajacic and Jill Unger debut their CD, “We Travel.” 8 p.m.
Enrico Granafei Quartet, South Brunswick Arts Commission, South Brunswick Senior Center, 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.twp.south-brunswick.nj.us. Jazz music by the first musician to play harmonica and guitar simultaneously, and his quartet featuring Mark Minchello on piano, Diego Lopez on drums, and Carlo De Rosa on bass. $5. 8 p.m.
Sarah O’Brien, Rachance, and Sarah Donner, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Sandy Zio and Alice Leon, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Light rock. 9 p.m.
Vinny and EJ, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. www.triumphbrew.com. $5 cover. 10:30 p.m.
What’s in Store
Diamond Fair, Hamilton Jewelers, 2542 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-771-9400. www.hamiltonjewelers.com. Two-day event continues in Princeton On Saturday, November 4. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 1 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. Through November 5. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Singles
Divorce Recovery Support Group, Princeton Church of Christ, 33 River Road, Princeton, 609-581-3889. Open discussion. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Yardley Singles, Generals Quarters, Mercer Airport, 215-736-1288. www.yardleysingles.org. Drop-in. 9 p.m.
Socials
Celebrate the Arts, Mercer Chamber, Trenton Marriott, 609-689-9960. Cocktail reception followed by “Turandot.” $100. 6 p.m.
Saturday November 4
Curbside Recycling
Mercer County Improvement Authority, West Windsor, 609-689-9960. www.mcia-nj.com. Yellow buckets for glass bottles and plastic. Green buckets for paper, cardboard, and books. Rain or shine. 7 a.m.
Drama
Something’s Afoot, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Musical comedy spoof. $15. 8 p.m.
Greetings, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
Book of Days, Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469. www.svptheatre.org. Lanford Wilson drama. $18. 8 p.m.
The Full Monty, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Film
Jewish Film Series, Congregation Beth Chaim, 329 Village Road East, West Windsor, 609-799-9401. www.bethchaim.org. Screening of “Everything Is Illuminated.” Three-part film series featuring film, round table discussion, and dessert. Register. Donations welcome. 7:30 p.m.
Art
Artist Lecture Series, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Sculptors demonstrate their expertise in a variety of media. Free with paid admission to the park. In conjunction with Winter Weekends festivities. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
New Exhibit, The Gallery at the Frame Shop, 39 North Main Street, Lambertville, 609-397-8939. www.thegallerynj.com. Opening reception for “Paintings by Evelyn Faherty,” an exhibit of works by Bucks County artist Evelyn Faherty, 88. On view through November 30. 5 to 8 p.m.
Art Exhibit Sale, Chabad of Greater Mercer County, Palmer Square, 53 Hulfish Street, Princeton, 609-252-0124. Artists Yael Avi-Yonah and Dov Lederberg present colorful oil paintings, serigraphs, and prints. Also Sunday, November 5, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Benefit for children with special needs through Chabad’s Friendship Circle. Wine and cheese buffet. 7:30 p.m.
Literati
Mini Book Sale, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0462. Holiday gift books, children’s books, cookbooks, paperbacks, videos, and audio tapes. Not to be confused with the annual booksale, this one is the result of the storerooms overflowing with donated books. Through Sunday, November 5. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Book Sale, Hickory Corner Library, East Windsor, 609-448-4129. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Board Game: Civilization 101, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Start your civilization with hunters and gathers and lead them to monotheism and democracy. Register to play. Noon.
Classical Music
Heart of Darkness, Institute for Advanced Study and Princeton University, Wolfensohn Hall, Einstein Drive, Princeton, 609-734-8175. www.ias.edu. Concert workshop performance of Tarik O’Regan’s opera-in-progress. Based on Joseph Conrad’s novella, the libretto is by British artist Tom Phillips, currently in residence at the institute. He is known for his paintings, musical compositions, theater, and experimental television work. Singers include Robert Hoyt and Michael Zegarski. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
Westminster Community Orchestra, Westminster Conservatory, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.rider.edu/arts. “Images from Abroad” conducted Ruth Ochs featuring works of Sibelius, Bartok, Granados, and Shostakovich. Soloist is Nick Bleisch, first violinist in the Philadelphia Young Artists Youth Orchestra. Also a pianist, he received second place in the Westminster Conservatory PIano Concerto competition last year. $15. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Darla Rich Quintet, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. www.hopewellvalleybistro.com. Jazz vocals and dancing. $15 minimum. 7 p.m.
Pop Music
Brass Spectacular Concert, Princeton Brass Band, Princeton University Chapel, 609-895-5504. www.princetonbrassband.org. Concert features Randall Tinnin on cornet with music by Paul McCartney and Ralph Vaughan Williams with special tribute to the late trumpeter Maynard Ferguson and English composer Sir Malcolm Arnold. Donations welcome. 7 p.m.
Good Causes
25th Anniversary Gala Celebration, Isles Inc., 609-341-4716. to 8 p.m.
Clothing Drive, West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South Post Prom 2006, Clarksville Road, West Windsor, 609-716-5050. www.wwpsouth.org. Bring used clothing including outerwear, shoes, boots, hats, belts, ties, scarves, handbags, linens, curtains, sheets, towels, and stuffed animals in sturdy plastic bags. Bring to loading dock in Penn-Lyle parking lot. Tax deductible receipts are available. Rain or shine. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A November Night, University Medical Center at Princeton Auxiliary, Brearley House, Lawrenceville, 609-497-4069. www.princetonhcs.org. Cocktails, dinner, live and silent auctions, and music by the T-Birds. Benefit for cardiac care program. Black tie. $250. 6 p.m.
Musicale, Literacy Volunteers of America, Private Home, Skillman, 609-587-6027. Wine and cheese, photography show, musicale, and dessert. Register. $45. 7 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Barry Friedman and Bill Scott, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. www.catcharisingstar.com. Reservation. $17.50 to $20. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Craft Fairs
Craft Show, Capital Assembly of God, 1380 Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, 609-587-6900. www.capitalag.org. Handcrafted items, gifts, jams, salsa, soups, sandwiches, and baked goods. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Holiday Craft Bazaar, Elm Court II, 300 Elm Road, Princeton, 609-647-2800. Handmade new and used items. Refreshments available. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Food & Dining
Designing Your Dream Kitchen, Miele Design Center, 9 Independence Way, Princeton, 800-843-7231, ext. 1195. www.miele.com. Presented by Kevin Wilkes, Princeton Design Guild. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
Whisk and the Spoon, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Holiday Cheeses presented by Nirit Yadin. Register. $25. 11 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Jazzercise, Plainsboro Municipal Building, Plainsboro, 609-890-3250. www.jazzplainsboro-windsors.com. $10. 9 a.m.
History
Walk the Path, Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, Port Mercer Canal House, 4278 Quakerbridge Road, Lawrence, 609-924-5705. www.dandrcanal.com. Morning walk along the canal with the D&R’s historian and visit two historic homes along the way: The Port Mercer Canal House and the 18th century Brearley House. Register. Free. 9:30 a.m.
Santa Claus, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. Video morning features archival footage, historic art, personal interview, and film clips. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
Brearley House Tour, Lawrence Historical Society, Meadow Lane, Lawrenceville, 609-895-1728. www.thelhs.org. Tour the restored 1761 eight-room Georgian style brick farmhouse. Free. 10 a.m. to noon.
Historic House Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Bainbridge House, 158 Nassau Street, 609-921-6748. www.princetonhistory.org. Society house tour features Nassau Hall and Maclean House on Princeton University campus, as well as an array of Princeton houses ranging from the 18th to 21st centuries. Register. $30. Noon to 4 p.m.
Colonial Kids, William Trent House, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-989-3027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. Hands-on activities for children 6-11 including quill pen writing, toys and games, and scented sachet making. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children $1; Adults $2.50. 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Young Eagle Flights, Experimental Aircraft Association, Twin Pine Airport, Pennington-Lawrenceville Road, 609-844-1059. Free airplane rides for kids includes a flight experience and a personalized certificate. Parents must sign permission form. Raindate is Sunday, November 5. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thanksgiving Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Stories about the American tradition of Thanksgiving. 11 a.m.
Chess Tournaments, Princeton Day School, The Great Road, Princeton, 609-924-6700. www.pds.org. Monthly contest welcomes novices and challenges accomplished players. Six sections from kindergarten to grade eight. Teams must include at least two players from the same school. Prizes and medals. Register. $35. 11:30 a.m.
For Families
Pork Products, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. www.howellfarm.org. Programs on making bacon, sausage, and scrapple. Taste cracklins for free. Pork sandwiches and children’s craft program available. Free parking and admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Autumn Art Afternoon, West Windsor Arts Council, Nassau Park Pavilion Gazebo, West Windsor, 609-919-1982. www.westwindsorarts.org. Creative afternoon of visual arts for all ages in a heated, weatherproof tent. Children, teens, adults, and seniors will be guided by art professionals in a broad array of innovative art-making. All materials provided. Co-chaired by Amy Frankel and Beate Witzler. Rain or shine. Free. 1 to 4 p.m.
Family Theater
The Dirty Sock Funtime Band, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Jack’s Big Musical Show. $8. 2 and 4 p.m.
Lectures
Shred It, Middlesex County Division of Solid waster Management, Municipal Complete, Ridge Road, South Brunswick, 732-745-4170. Recycle your old documents and confidential files at a mobile paper shredding event. No need to remove paper clips, staples, and binder covers. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Science Lectures
Java Tutorial, IEEE, David Sarnoff Corporation, Route 1 North, West Windsor, 908-582-7086. www.acm.org/chapters/princetonacm. One-day course featuring Java, the standard programming language now taught in high schools and is widely-used around the world. Presented by Pat Palmer. Register. $100. 9 a.m.
Live Music
Larry Tritel, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. www.orphas.com. 9 a.m. to noon.
Acoustic Open Mic, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. www.orphas.com. Arrive early to register. 3 to 5 p.m.
Arturo Romay, Spigola Restaurant, Deer Path Pavilion, Route 130 and Klockner Road, Hamilton, 609-585-5255. www.arturoromay.com. Latin jazz guitar. 6 to 9 p.m.
Chemical Swing, Amber Blues, and Pingree and Olden, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Johnny Pompadour and the Full Grown Men, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Popular party tunes. 9 p.m.
The Martin Rivas and Craig Meyers Duo, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. www.triumphbrew.com. $5 cover. 10:30 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Trash Pick-Up, Friends for the Marsh, Roebling Park, Hamilton, 609-895-5420. Bring gloves and wear long sleeves and pants. 9 a.m. to noon.
Nature’s Way, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, Buttinger Nature Center, Pennington, 609-737-7592. www.thewatershed.org. Four one-hour sessions include beeswax candle making, a medicinal plant hike, creating natural lip balm, and weaving with natural materials. Bring a picnic lunch. Register. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Endangered Species Program, Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston, 609-924-5705. www.dandrcanal.com. Maria Grace from Conserve Wildlife Foundation presents a free program. 1 p.m.
Owl Prowl, Plainsboro Recreation Park Ranger Division, Plainsboro Preserve, Scotts Corner Road, 609-799-0909. Family-friendly walk to see the often-elusive birds. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Binoculars welcome. Register. Free. 3:30 p.m.
Politics
Film Screening, Global Cinema Cafe, Carl A. Fields Center, Olden & Prospect Avenue, 609-924-0455. www.globalcinema.org. “Arsenal of Hypocrisy: The Space Program and the Military Industrial Complex.” Free. 4 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Stuart Country Day School, 1200 Stuart Road, 609-921-2330. www.stuartschool.org. Girls only, K to 12; co-ed, pre-school. Register. 10 a.m.
What’s in Store
Diamond Event, Hamilton Jewelers, 92 Nassau Street, 609-683-4200. www.hamiltonjewelers.com. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 1 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. Through November 5. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Burlington County Footlighters, Cinnaminson, 908-874-5434. “All My Children.” Meet at Mastoris Diner in Bordentown to carpool. Register. 7 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Football, Princeton Stadium, 609-258-3538. Penn. 1 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Walkathon, No Limits, Mercer County Park, West Picnic Area, West Windsor, 310-371-8795. www.nolimitsspeaksout.com. First benefit for deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Interactive kidzone, music, games, and raffles. Marc John Jeffries, a young actor, is hosting the event to raise awareness and funds for the theater group. For children, families, teachers, family, and friends. Breakfast and lunch. $10, children; $20, adults. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday November 5
Dance
Turkish Romany and Oriental Dance, Drum & Dance Learning Center, Route 130, Bordentown, 609-324-7383. www.drumdancecenter.com. Workshop presented by Elizabeth Artemis Mourat. Register. $55. 1 p.m.
Drama
The Full Monty, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Musical. $18. 2 p.m.
Greetings, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50. 2:30 p.m.
Book of Days, Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469. www.svptheatre.org. Lanford Wilson drama. $18. 3 p.m.
Something’s Afoot, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Musical comedy spoof. $15. 6 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibit Sale, Chabad of Greater Mercer County, Palmer Square, 53 Hulfish Street, Princeton, 609-252-0124. Artists Yael Avi-Yonah and Dov Lederberg present colorful oil paintings, serigraphs, and prints. Benefit for children with special needs through Chabad’s Friendship Circle. Wine and cheese buffet. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Photography Show, Young Audiences of New Jersey, Lawrenceville School, Gruss Center of Visual Arts, Lawrenceville, 609-620-6026. www.Lawrenceville.org. Opening reception for “Myself, My Camera, My World,” an exhibit featuring the photography of homeless and in-transition children. The exhibit is a culmination of the Ennis Beley Project, a summer camp offered by Young Audiences New Jersey. On view through December 9. 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Dancing
Master Workshop Turkish Romany Gypsy Dance, Drum & Dance Learning Center, Barracks Trading Post Plaza, Route 206 and Elizabeth Street, Bordentown, 609-324-7383. www.drumdancecenter.com. Register. $20. 11 a.m.
California Mix, Central Jersey Dance Society, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Road, Princeton, 609-945-1883. www.jerseyjumpers.org. Beginner and intermediate lessons followed by dance. $11. 6:30 p.m.
Literati
Mini Book Sale, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0462. Holiday gift books, children’s books, cookbooks, paperbacks, videos, and audio tapes. Not to be confused with the annual booksale, this one is the result of the storerooms overflowing with donated books. 12:30 to 4 p.m.
Book Sale, Hickory Corner Library, East Windsor, 609-448-4129. $3 for a bag of books. 1 to 4 p.m.
Classical Music
Turandot, Boheme Opera, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, 609-581-7200. www.bohemeopera.com. Puccini opera based on “One Thousand and One Days,” the Persian collection of stories. The production set in China features Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company. Pre-curtain talk at 1:45 p.m. In Italian with supertitles. $28 to $68. 3 p.m.
Marvin Blickenstaff, Steinway Musical Society, Jacobs Music, 2540 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-434-0222. www.princetonol.com/groups/steinway. The internationally-known performer presents works of York Bowen, Chopin, Ravel, and Beethoven. $15. 3 p.m.
The Art of Music, Zimmerli Art Museum, George and Hamilton streets, New Brunswick, 732-932-7237. www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu. Arias and Ensembles presented by New Jersey Opera Theater. 3 p.m.
Concert, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, 609-924-2277. www.trinityprinceton.org. Organ prelude played by Dan Moriarity followed by Mozart’s Requiem with Stephen Buzard and Michael Stairs on organ and Peter Wilson on timpani. Reception follows. Free. 4:10 p.m.
Good Causes
Bake Sale, High School South Pirate Marching Band, Acme, West Windsor, 609-799-8891. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Antiques and Desserts, The Contemporary, Victorian Townhouse Museum, 176 West State Street, Trenton, 609-259-0021. Bring treasured heirlooms, old coins, paintings, silver, crystal, furniture, porcelain, china, or an item of curiosity for the appraisers. $10 ticket includes appraisal of one item. $5 for each additional. 1 to 4 p.m.
Toast to Your Health, St. Francis Medical Center Foundation, Baldassari Regency, 405 Division Street, Trenton, 609-599-5659. www.stfrancismedical.com. Wine and food tasting event features area restaurants and wineries to benefit the medical center. Register. $75 to $100. 3 to 8 p.m.
Faith
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Healing on the Spiritual Path, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. Doctors and health practitioners from the Medical Scientific Group of the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends present Groening’s teachings. Free. 7 p.m.
History
The Magic of Gingerbread Houses, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. Video morning features step-by-step instructions on designing, constructing, and decorating a gingerbread house. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
On the Lenape Trail, New Jersey Museum of Agriculture, College Farm Road and Route 1, North Brunswick, 732-249-2077. www.agriculturemuseum.org. Activities about the Lenape Indians includes corn grinding, wood chopping, making tools out of animal bones, face painting, basket weaving, games, and visiting a real wigwam. $4. Noon to 3 p.m.
A Colonial View of Death and Dying, Rockingham Association, Historic Rockingham, Route 603, Kingston, 609-683-7132. www.rockingham.net. Multi-activity afternoon begins with a presentation by reenactor Amanda Plumb about the process of dying in Colonial times and rituals around death. Mile-walk along the canal through the woods to the Kingston Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Reenactor George Luck, Jr., leads a tour around the 18th century grave sites. $4 donation. Noon.
Colonial Kids, William Trent House, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-989-3027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. Hands-on activities for children 6-11 including quill pen writing, toys and games, and scented sachet making. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children $1; Adults $2.50. 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Plainsboro Museum, Wicoff House, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-9040. www.plainsborohistory.com. Plainsboro’s history featured in 18 exhibits from 6,”000 years ago to the present day including Walker-Gordon Farm and Elsie the cow memorabilia, a fire department and rescue squad exhibit, and railroad artifacts. Free. 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Preservation, Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street, Princeton, 609-924-9713. www.dorotheashouse.org. Francesco Benelli, a professor of architecture at Columbia University, presents a program about the Fondo Ambiente Italiano’s latest project, Villa dei Vescovi, originally constructed during the Renaissance as a residence for the bishops of Padua. Free. Bring a refreshment to share during the reception following the talk. 5 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Making Sculpture Sing, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Four-session workshop with New Jersey Opera Theater for ages 6 to 12. Dancing, singing, making props and puppets, culminates in an original production of Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” to which parents are encouraged to attend. Continues Sundays, November 12, 19, and 26. Register. $120. 2 to 4 p.m.
Lectures
Yours, Mine, and Ours, Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Greater Mercer County, Friend Center, Olden and William streets, Princeton, 609-987-8100. www.jncsonline.org. Community Program exploring interfaith relationships to promote healthy intergenerational interfaith families features Theater Ariel, workshops, and discussions. Open to non-Jewish and Jewish individuals, young couples, married couples with children, grandparents, community professionals, and lay leaders. Register. $18; $25 per couple. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Secret of the Ages, The Connection 101, Palmer Inn, West Windsor. Register. $125. 1 to 6 p.m.
Lecture and Social Hour, Astrological Society of Princeton, Educational Testing Service, Anrig Hall, 609-924-4311. “Decanates and Dwads: The Zodiac Within Each Sign” presented by Jeri London. Donations invited. 2:30 p.m.
Paul Krugman, Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church, Friend Center, Olden and William streets, Princeton University, 609-924-1666. “With America” presented by New York Times columnist and professor of economics and international affairs at Princeton University. His discussion will focus on trends in the United States economy and society. Benefit for the church’s Paul Robeson House renovation project. Reception follows the presentation. Register. $45. 6 p.m.
Live Music
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. 5 to 8 p.m.
Two Pianos and One Soprano Do Broadway, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-924-9198. Soprano Rochelle Ellis with duo-pianists Tim Brown and Dick Swain celebrate Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, and Leonard Bernstein with melodies from Carousel, Porgy and Bess, Wizard of Oz, and West Side Story. $10 and $15. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Shelter Building Wilderness Survival, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Fundamentals pertaining to survival when lost in the wild lead to constructing a weatherproof shelter free from native materials. Register. Free. 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Peddie School, South Main Street, Hightstown, 609-490-7501. www.peddie.org. Admission panel presentation and campus tours at the co-ed boarding and day school for grades 8 through 12, plus post-graduate. Register. 1 p.m.
Open House, Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart, 101 Drake’s Corner Road, Princeton, 609-921-6499. www.princetonacademy.org. Register. 1 p.m.
Open House, The Cambridge School, 100 Straube Center Boulevard, Pennington, 609-737-9553. www.cambridgeschool.org. Open house program for the school for children ages five through eighth grade with language-based learning differences. Register. Free. 1 p.m.
Open House, The Lewis School, 53 Bayard Lane, Princeton, 609-924-8120. www.lewisschool.org. Open house for alternative education program for learning different students with language-based learning difficulties related to dyslexia, attention deficit, and auditory processing. Pre-K to college preparatory levels. 1 p.m.
Open House, Princeton Day School, The Great Road, Princeton, 609-924-6700. www.pds.org. For fifth through twelfth grades. Register. 2 p.m.
Dance Workshop Series, Pennington Dance, Cyrus Lodge, 131 Burd Street, Pennington, 609-737-7596. www.penningtondance.com. African Dance & Drumming for ages 7 and older presented by Kevin Babb. Play handmade percussive musical instruments, explore cooking utensils and clothing, speak Swahili, and observe maps, photos, books, and batiks. Register. Register. $45. 3 to 5 p.m.
What’s in Store
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 1 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Socials
Chess, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/Plainsboro. Advanced chess players meet. 1 to 5 p.m.
Sports
Open House and Family Fun Shoot, Citizens Rifle and RevolverOpen House and Family Fun Shoot, Citizens Rifle and Revolver Club, Princeton-Hightstown Road, West Windsor, 609-799-9858. www.crrc.org. Try shooting handguns,modern rifles, blackpowder rifles, air rifles, paintball guns, shotguns, and archery. All equipment will be supplied. Live birds of prey on display. Fees for shooting events vary from event to event. No admission charge. Noon to dusk.
Monday November 6
Art
Art Opening, Lawrenceville School, Gruss Center of Visual Arts, Lawrenceville, 609-620-6026. www.Lawrenceville.org. Opening reception for “Larry McKim: Aerial Views,” On view through December 12. Gallery will be closed from November 19 to 27. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Architecture
Fall Lecture Series, Princeton University School of Architecture, Betts Auditorium, Princeton, 609-258-3741. www.princeton.edu/~soa. “Architecture Now or Never: The Role of the Architect in the Upcoming Society,” presented by Wolf D. Prix, Coop Himmelbau, Vienna. Free. 6 p.m.
Literati
Writers’ Exchange, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Facilitated by Terry Bozowski. 7 p.m.
Author Event, Princeton University Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. www.pustore.com. Peter Woit, author of “Not Even Wrong: The Failure of String Theory and the Search for Unity in Physical Law,” tells how the field of particle physics arrived at its current state and how it is a victim of its own success. Woit, a lecturer in mathematics at Columbia University, received his doctorate from Princeton University. 7 p.m.
Good Causes
Signature Chefs Auction, March of Dimes, Hyatt, 102 Carnegie Center, West Windsor, 609-655-7400. www.marchofdimes.com. Culinary event features sampling of signature dishes from central Jersey restaurants, complemented by a wine and spirit tasting, entertainment, and live and silent auction. Register. $100. 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Faith
Matthew Kelly, Diocese of Trenton, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Freehold, 609-406-7400. www.dioceseoftrenton.org. Author of “The Rhythm of Life: Living Every Day with Passion and Purpose” and “Perfectly Yourself: Nine Lessons for Enduring Happiness. Register. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Food & Dining
Whisk and the Spoon, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Holiday Cookies presented by Life Benson. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, Lawrenceville Main Street, 2688 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-219-9300. www.LawrencevilleMainStreet.com. Volunteers are needed to donate and to assist with registration. Register. 3 to 7 p.m.
Free Your Back, Michal Ben-Reuven, 609-924-2595. Exercises to reduce pain and improve flexibility. $105 for seven weeks. Register. Call for Princeton location. 5 p.m.
Healthy Heart Holiday Cook-Off, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, University Medical Center at Princeton, 888-897-8979. www.princetonhscs.org. Dr. Manuel Amendo presents a discussion on the importance of maintaining your cholesterol. Cooking demonstration by chef Chris Carey. Register. Free. 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Compassionate Friends, Occupational Health Center 2, Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, Whitehorse Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, 609-516-8047. Support group for families following the death of a child of any age and to provide information to help others be more supportive. 7:30 p.m.
History
Christmas in America, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. Program presented by Russell Roberts. Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Lectures
Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School, Bowl 016, Robertson Hall, 609-258-3000. www.wws.princeton.edu. “The Work of Women in Developing Countries.” Free. 4:30 p.m.
Richard Pound, Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School, Bowl 016, Robertson Hall, 609-258-3000. www.wws.princeton.edu. Free. 8 p.m.
For Seniors
Flu Shots, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Register. Bring Medicare card. 3 to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday November 7
Election Day.
Work Meeting, Community Middle School, 55 Grovers Mill Road, 609-799-5000. 7:30 p.m.
Dance
Brown Bag Series, Roxey Ballet, Canal Studios, 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7616, ext. 807. www.roxeyballet.com. Bring your lunch and watch rehearsal. Register. $10. 11:30 a.m.
Dancing
Mambo and Salsa, Central Jersey Dance Society, Momentum Fitness, 377 Wall Street, 609-945-1883. www.jerseyjumpers.org. Lessons. $20. 7 p.m.
Classical Music
Lawrence Sight Reading Orchestra, Senior Center, 30 East Darrah Lane, Lawrenceville, 732-438-9704. Classical musical instrumentalists are invited to work on their skills in works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms. $10. 7:30 p.m.
The Brentano String Quartet, McCarter Theater, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Works of Bartok, Mozart, and Schumann. Mitsuko Uchida on piano. $42. 8 p.m.
Concert, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu. Composers’ Ensemble at Princeton: New Millennium Ensemble with works of Barbara White, Emily Doolittle, Michael Early, Nathan Michel, Alan Tormey, Miriama Young, and Samson Young. Free. 8 p.m.
Faith
Rabbi Skydell, Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street, 609-921-0100. www.thejewishcenter.org. Lecture series. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Caring for the Caregiver, Robert Wood Johnson Hamilton Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville, 609-584-5900. www.rwjhamilton.org. Register. Free. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
It’s Not Just for Smokers: Dispelling Myths and Dispensing Facts about Lung Cancer, Princeton Healthcare System, University Medical Center at Princeton, 888-497-4475. www.princetonhscs.org. Signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment presented by Doctors William W. Barton, John C. Baumann, Luis D. Berrizbeitia, and David B. Sokol; Bonnie Hoegl, oncology social worker; Susan Levin, president of the Lung Cancer Circle of Hope; Mary C. Rooney, oncology outreach coordinator; and lung cancer survivors. Register. Free. 5:30 p.m.
Introduction to EFT and Weight Loss, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Emotional Freedom Therapy. Register. $20. 6 p.m.
Gentle Yoga Class, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Breathwork, guided meditation, gentle stretching, and final relaxation. Register. $16. 6 p.m.
Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 348, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Chi Kung. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Introduction to Zen Meditation, St. Joseph’s Seminary, 56 Mapleton Road, Plainsboro, 908-668-4413. Led by Kurt Spellmeyer. 7 to 9 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Storytime, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. bordersgroupinc.com. Story and craft activity. 10 a.m.
Lectures
Archaeological Institute of America, Princeton University, East Pyne 010, 609-258-3786. “Finding the Villa dei Papiri at Herculaneum” presented by Carol C. Mattusch, George Mason University. Reception follows. Free. 5:30 p.m.
Financing a Business, Trenton Small Business Development Center, PNC Bank, Trenton, 609-989-5232. www.tcnj.edu/~sbdc. Workshop for prospective business owners. Free. 6 p.m.
JobSeekers, Parish Hall entrance, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, 609-924-2277. www.trinityprinceton.org. Networking and support for changing jobs or careers. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Chapin School, 4101 Princeton Pike, Princeton, 609-924-7206. Pre-K through grade 8, coeducational. Register. 9 a.m.
Open House, Princeton Montessori School, 487 Cherry Valley Road, 609-924-4594. www.princetonmontessori.org. 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday November 8
Drama
Unbought and Unbossed, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. Cecelia B. Hodges presents a one-woman show on the life and times of Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to the U.S. Congress and the first to campaign for the presidency. 10:30 a.m.
Dancing
Dancing by Peddie Lake, 112 Etra Road, Hightstown, 609-443-8990. www.dance.homestead.com. Four-week dance class offering instruction by Candace Woodward-Clough in swing, foxtrot, waltz and Latin dancing. Beginners at 7:30 p.m.; intermediates at 8:30 p.m. No partner required. Register. $96 per couple. 7:30 p.m.
Literati
Reading Series, Princeton University Program in Creative Writing, Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-4712. www.princeton.edu. Poets James Fenton and Marie Ponsot read from their work. Introduced by James Richardson. Free. 4:30 p.m.
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. Renee Ashley and Jill Stein read poetry followed by open mic. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
After Noon Concert, Princeton University Chapel, Washington Road, 609-258-3654. Free. 12:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Annual Dinner, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, Westin, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-919-9292. Annual dinner honors Newark Mayor Cory Booker with the Governor Thomas H. Kean Award for Public Service in recognition of his recently-released Children’s Bill of Rights and introduced the Division of Child and Family Well-Being. Randal Pinkett, BCT Partners and Donald Trump’s Apprentice emcees. Register. 6:30 p.m.
Food & Dining
Afternoon Tea at the Inn, Glencairn, 3301 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-497-1737. www.innatglencairn.com. Assorted tea sandwiches, scones with cream, tea pastries, and cookies. Register. 1 to 4 p.m.
Europa Tuscany Wine Dinner, Europa at Monroe, 146 Applegarth Road, Monroe, 609-490-9500. www.europanj.com. Food and wine tastings presented by a wine sommelier. Register. $75. 6:30 p.m.
Whisk and the Spoon, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Coffee of the Season presented by Fred Noble. Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Gardens
You, Too Can Grow Orchids, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, 930 Spruce Street, Trenton, 609-989-6830. www.mgofmc.org. Techniques for ensuring the health and winter flowering of the orchard presented by Susan Gange. Register. $3. 7:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Ruth A. Golush, East Windsor, 609-426-9693. Pi Gu for weight control. Register. $20. 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Free Your Back, Michal Ben-Reuven, 609-924-2595. Exercises to reduce pain and improve flexibility. $105 for seven weeks. Register. Call for Princeton location. 5 p.m.
Buddhist Thought and Meditation Class, Holsome Holistic Center, 27 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-279-1592. www.holsome.com. With Gen Kelsang Norden. $10. 7:30 p.m.
History
Guided Tour, Drumthwacket Foundation, 354 Stockton Street, 609-683-0591. www.drumthwacket.org. New Jersey governor’s official residence. Register. $5 donation. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lectures
Plans in Progress, Princeton University, Chancellor Green Rotunda, 609-258-3000. www.campusplan.princeton.edu. Open forum for members of the university and area communities. View a model and visual displays on all aspects including housing, landscaping, parking, transportation, sustainability, neighborhoods, and core campus. Explore the guiding principles to maintain a pedestrian-oriented campus and maintain the park-like character. 3 to 7 p.m.
Tanner Lectures on Human Values, Princeton University Center for Human Values, McCosh 50, 609-258-3000. www.princeton.edu/values. Michael Doyle, Columbia Law School. Also, Thursday, November 9. 4:30 p.m.
Donna Hicks, Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School, Bowl 016, Robertson Hall, 609-258-3000. www.wws.princeton.edu. “Facing the Truth: BBC and Desmond Tutu Join in a Reconciliation Effort in Northern Ireland.” Free. 4:30 p.m.
How to Start Your Business in Mercer County A-Z, Trenton Small Business Development Center, Lawrence Township Library, 609-989-5232. www.tcnj.edu/~sbdc. Workshop for prospective business owners. Free. 6 p.m.
Amateur Radio, Delaware Valley Radio Association, Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 137 West Upper Ferry Road, West Trenton, 609-737-1723. www.w2zq.com. Meeting. 7:30 p.m.
Live Music
Wendy Zoffer Trio, Fedora Cafe, 2633 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-895-0844. Standards, blues, sambas, and swing. 6 p.m.
Independent Music Roundtable, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. 6:30 p.m.
What’s in Store
Sample Sale, Philip David/Party City, 3625 Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville, 609-588-0141. Jewelry, books, watches, fashion purses, stationery, Christmas items, pet-themed gifts, glassware, mugs, plush toys, pottery, candles, aromatherapy products, magnets, baby accessories, home decor items, and keychains. Also Thursday, November 9. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday November 9
Drama
Urinetown, Rider University, Yvonne Theater, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5303. www.rider.edu. Preview performance of musical. Through November 18. $4. 7 p.m.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Princeton University Players, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. www.princeton.edu/utickets. Musical. Through November 18. $10. 8 p.m.
Film
Live and Become, Central New Jersey Jewish Film Festival, Regal Cinemas, 2399 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, 732-932-4166. www.jewishstudies.rutgers.edu. Opening night reception at 5:30 p.m., $18. Actor Sirak M. Sabahat in person. France and Israel, 2005. Remarks by Ephraim Isaac, director of the Institute of Semitic Studies, Princeton. $9. 7 p.m.
Be With Me, Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6922. Screening. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Art
Art Open House, Rider University, Bart Luedeke Center Theater, Lawrenceville, 609-895-5589. www.rider.edu. A panel discussion with Marshall Berman, Jed Perl, Peter Campion, and Rudy Burckhardt, will be held in conjunction with “Home-Street City: cityscapes by John Dubrow and Mari Lyons.” Screening of “Burckardt’s film, Climate of New York,” followed by an opening reception for the artists, and a talk, “Art, Artists, and the City” by Jed Perl. Free. 4:30 p.m.
Literati
Booksigning and Discussion, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. bordersgroupinc.com. Gwyneth Bryan, author of “Houses: A Contemporary Guide.” Astrology consultant and author Bryan’s real name is Susan Van Dongen. 7:30 p.m.
Writers Talking Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. Lauren Davis, author of “The Radiant City.” 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Organ Concert, Princeton University Graduate Chapel, Graduate College, 609-258-3654. One-hour concert followed by a light lunch. $5. Noon.
Lyric Theater, College of New Jersey, Kendall Hall, Ewing, 609-771-2551. www.tcnj.edu. Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel.” 8 p.m.
La Bonne Chanson, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu/utickets. French chamber music featuring works of Tailleferre, Ravel, Hahn, and Faure. Performed by baritone Jerome Correas and Philippe Bianconi on piano. $20 to $40. 8 p.m.
Faith
Buddhism Thought and Meditation, Simply Yoga, 4437 Route 27, Kingston, 609-252-0977. www.meditationinnewjersey.org. With Russell Chell. $10. 7:15 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Community Education Series, Carrier Clinic, North Brunswick Library, 908-281-1513. www.carrierclinic.com. “Changing Addictive Patterns and Behaviors Through Family Dynamics” presented by Susan Busfield. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
History
Protecting OUr Town’s Historic Resources, Hopewell Valley Historical Society, Presbyterian Church, 13 South Main Street, Pennington, 609-737-0914. Presentation by Emily Cooperman, director of Historic Preservation, Cultural Resources Consulting Group. Free. 7:30 p.m.
For Families
Children’s Day, Plainsboro Recreation, Municipal Complex, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-0909. Family show features Tucker’s Tales Puppet Theater for ages three and up. Puppet craft follows show. Register. Free. 9:45 a.m.
Family Night, Desert Moon Fresh Mexican Grille, 415 Nassau Park Boulevard, West Windsor, 609-452-2917. Magic show, balloons, and tattoos. 6 to 8 p.m.
Lectures
Seminar and Networking, Paradigm Associates, First Constitution Bank, 11 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 732-306-0040. “Strategic Thinking and Business Planning” presented by Milton Paris, host of WCTC’s “Getting Ahead in Business.” Attendees also receive a free one-hour consultation with Paris, a business management and marketing consultant. The six-step program includes strategic and business plans, implementation, and improvement. Register. Free. 8 a.m.
Self-Promotion Brunch, Rider University Creative Art Solutions Team, Westminster Choir College, Scheide Student Center, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. Network with arts administration students and tell them about internships and job opportunities within your organization. Register by E-mail at mguerrera@rider.edu. 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Tanner Lectures on Human Values, Princeton University Center for Human Values, McCosh 50, 609-258-3000. www.princeton.edu/values. Michael Doyle, Columbia Law School. 4:30 p.m.
Annual Dinner, Regional Planning Partnership, Princeton Hyatt, 609-452-1717. www.planningpartners.org. Special recognition for Institute for Advanced Study and Maher Terminals. $150. 5:30 p.m.
New Jersey’s Past and Future, Princeton University, McCosh Hall 50, 609-258-3000. www.lectures.princeton.edu. Kenneth T. Jackson, Jacques Barzun Professor of History and the Social Sciences at Columbia University, will speak on “If All the World Were New Jersey: The Past and Future of the Garden State,” considering some of the many reasons that New Jersey leads other states. He lauds, for example, fine public transportation and generally excellent schools, the preservation of open space, and a Mount Laurel decision that attempts to deal with diversity issues. Free.
Live Music
B.D. Lenz Jazz, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Arturo Romay, Mediterra, 14 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. www.arturoromay.com. Latin jazz guitar. 7 to 10 p.m.
The Expos, One Night Band, Hub City Stompers, and Stereo Freeze, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Frank Thewes, Dan Lavoie, Edgar Diaz, and Matt Duke, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. www.triumphbrew.com. $5 cover. Matt Duke, 21, a South Jersey native, recently released his debut album, “Winter Child.” 9 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Villa Victoria Academy, 376 West Upper Ferry Road at Route 29, Ewing, 609-882-1700. www.villavictoria.org. Catholic independent school for girls through grade 12. Register. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
What’s in Store
Sample Sale, Philip David/Party City, 3625 Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville, 609-588-0141. Jewelry, books, watches, fashion purses, stationery, Christmas items, pet-themed gifts, glassware, mugs, plush toys, pottery, candles, aromatherapy products, magnets, baby accessories, home decor items, and keychains. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Friendly’s, Route 206 North, Montgomery, 908-874-5434. Breakfast for ages 55-plus. Register. 9 a.m.
Fifties Plus, Princeton YMCA, Paul Robeson Place, 732-329-9470. Pot luck dinner. $6; $2 if you bring a dish. 7 p.m.
Friday November 10
Drama
Something’s Afoot, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Musical comedy spoof. $15. 8 p.m.
The Prince & The Pauper, The Musical, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Pierrot Productions presents a family musical about two look-alike boys who switch roles based on Mark Twain’s classic. Through November 19. Opening night reception to meet the cast and crew follows the performance. $16. 8 p.m.
Iphigenia in Aulis, Mercer County Community College, Studio Theater, Communications Building, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseyatmccc.org. Euripides play written in 410 B.C. focuses on a Greek fleet’s attempted attack on Troy. The cast includes Melanie Britten of Plainsboro and Clayton Gage of West Windsor. Through November 18. $12. 8 p.m.
Greetings, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Princeton University Players, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. www.princeton.edu/utickets. Musical. $10. 8 p.m.
The Playboy of the Western World, Princeton University Theater and Dance Program, Berlind Theater, University Place, 609-258-2787. www.princeton.edu/~visarts/the.html. Directed by Tim Vasen. Through November 18. $15. 8 p.m.
Heist Almighty, Princeton University Triangle Club, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Student-written and performed musical extravaganza features an evil museum curator, paintings that sing, and an all-male kickline. $20 to $25. Also, Saturday, November 11. 8 p.m.
Urinetown, Rider University, Yvonne Theater, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5303. www.rider.edu. Musical. $10. 8 p.m.
Book of Days, Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469. www.svptheatre.org. Lanford Wilson drama. $18. 8 p.m.
The Full Monty, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibition, Gallery 125, 125 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-393-8998. Opening reception for “Small Works.” On view through December 16. 5 to 9 p.m.
Artist Lecture Series, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Gyuri Hollosy discusses his work and “Kathy B,” a recent addition to the outdoor exhibition. Reception followed by program. Register. 6:30 p.m.
An Evening with the Art of Coffee and Carpets, Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Road, Skillman, 609-921-3272. www.montgomerycenterforthearts.org. Talks presented by David Waldman, master roaster at Rojo’s Roastery in Lambertville, and Arturo Pasha, of Pasha Rugs in Lambertville. Waldman discusses the roasting process and offers a tasting of estate-grown and fair trade beans. Pasha talks about the culture of Persian and Turkish rugs. Turkish music, coffee, and baklava. Register. $35. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Dancing
Movement Workshop, Dance Improve Live, All Saints’ Church, 16 All Saints’ Road, Princeton, 609-924-3767. www.danceimprov.com. A lightly structured movement workshop for adults to express themselves to live music. Bare feet and comfy clothes recommended. $12. 8 to 10 p.m.
Literati
Jamie O’Neill and Nuala O’Faolain, The Fund for Irish Studies, Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. www.princeton.edu/Irishcal.htm. Jamie O’Neill reads from his work, “At Swim Two Boys.” Nuala O’Faolain reads from her work, “Are You Somebody?” Free. 4:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Lyric Theater, College of New Jersey, Kendall Hall, Ewing, 609-771-2551. www.tcnj.edu. Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel.” 7 p.m.
Faculty Recital, Westminster Conservatory, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Wind concert. $10. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
George Jones, Patriot Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. www.thewarmemorial.com. Country music legend. $48.50 to $58.50. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Fall Fete 2006, Global Communities of Support, Westin, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-845-2340. www.gcosinc.org. Benefit for teens and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. $135. 7 p.m.
Wine Tasting, Passage Theater, Mercer Oaks Club, Village Road, West Windsor, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. More than 300 wines, spirits, and beers for tasting. Buffet of hors d’oeuvres. Register. $45. 7 p.m.
Whiskers and Wags Harvest Ball, Stray Catz, Angeloni’s Cedar Gardens, Route 33, Hamilton, 609-497-2409. Salad, pasta, ice cream, beer, and wine. $35. 7 to 11 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
John Knight and Paul Verzi, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. www.catcharisingstar.com. Reservation. $17.50 to $20. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Fairs
Trenton 2 Nite, Trenton Downtown Association, South Warren and West Lafayette streets, Trenton, 609-393-8998. Food and drink specials. Sidewalks are lined with artists, crafters, and food vendors. Parking is available at the Marriott garage. 5 to 9 p.m.
Food & Dining
Little Red Hen, New Jersey Museum of Agriculture, College Farm Road and Route 1, North Brunswick, 732-249-2077. www.agriculturemuseum.org. $4 admission. Noon to 2 p.m.
Health & Wellness
The Key to Cancer, Princeton Senior Resource Center, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, 609-924-7108. Dr. Richard Weeder discusses his new book, “The Key to Cancer.” As a cancer survivor and a doctor who treats cancer patients, his goal is to educate cancer patients and give them tools to improve their chances of survival and recovery. Bring your own lunch. Beverages and desserts provided. Register. Free. Noon.
History
Political Button Show, American Political Items Collectors, Sheraton Bucks County Hotel, 400 Oxford Valley Road, Langhorne, PA, 609-883-5499. Exhibit features favorites from the collection of members. Buy, trade, sell, and free appraisals. Live auction at 8 p.m. Show continues Saturday, November 11. $5. 9 a.m.
Kids Stuff
American Girls, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Thanksgiving party. 7 p.m.
For Parents
La Leche League of Princeton, West Windsor Public Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-1302. Mother-to-mother support and information for nursing and expectant mothers. Babies are welcome. Free. 10 a.m.
Family Theater
Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Geared for young audiences ages 2 1/2 to 7. $4. 10 a.m.
Lectures
Seminars and Leaders, Princeton Theological Seminary, Erdman Hall, 20 Library Place, 609-497-7990. www.ptsem.edu. “The Role of Religion in Psychological Trauma” presented by May Chen, U.S. Military Academy, West Point. Register. $70 includes lunch. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Live Music
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. 6 to 9 p.m.
Karaoke Night, Europa at Monroe, 146 Applegarth Road, Monroe, 609-490-9500. www.europanj.com. 6:30 p.m.
Selkow and Postmark Twain, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8:30 p.m.
Bliggins & Goines, Mitchell’s Cafe, 11 1/2 Church Street, Lambertville, 609-397-9853. www.brigginsandgoines.com. Guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Truman Goines, and his harmonica tooting cohort, Jr. Bliggins, weave a tapestry of stories and tunes as they take you for a walk through the Sourlands. Free. 9 p.m.
Joe Vadala and Fran Smith of the Hooters, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Rock covers and originals. 9 p.m.
Melvin McKnight and Melcious Soul, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. www.triumphbrew.com. $5 cover. 10:30 p.m.
Politics
50th Anniversary Gala, Eagleton Institute of Politics, Cooper Dining Hall, Nichol Avenue at George Street, New Brunswick, 732-833-0187. www.rutgers.edu. Cocktails and dinner. Welcoming remarks by Governor Jon Corzine followed by political jeopardy. Business attire. Register. $250. 6 p.m.
Singles
Divorce Recovery Seminar: How to Deal with Feelings, Princeton Church of Christ, 33 River Road, Princeton, 609-581-3889. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Socials
Newcomers Club, Princeton YWCA, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org/newcomers. For new residents and those who have had a lifestyle change. Light lunch for nominal charge. Speakers from McCarter Theater, the Arts Council of Princeton, and Westminster Choir College present information and free tickets to their venues. 11:45 a.m.
Ping Pong Night, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/Plainsboro. Open game night for adults. Rotations after two sets. 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday November 11
Veterans Day. Postal and bank holiday.
School Sports
High School North Football, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. NJSIAA Tournament. Call for time.
High School South Football, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. NJSIAA Tournament. Call for time.
Drama
The Prince & The Pauper, The Musical, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Pierrot Productions presents. $16. 2 and 8 p.m.
Something’s Afoot, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Musical comedy spoof. $15. 8 p.m.
Iphigenia in Aulis, Mercer County Community College, Studio Theater, Communications Building, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseyatmccc.org. Euripides play written in 410 B.C. focuses on a Greek fleet’s attempted attack on Troy. $12. 8 p.m.
Greetings, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Princeton University Players, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. www.princeton.edu/utickets. Musical. $10. 8 p.m.
The Playboy of the Western World, Princeton University Theater and Dance Program, Berlind Theater, University Place, 609-258-2787. www.princeton.edu/~visarts/the.html. $15. 8 p.m.
Heist Almighty, Princeton University Triangle Club, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Student-written and performed musical extravaganza features an evil museum curator, paintings that sing, and an all-male kickline. $20 to $25. 8 p.m.
Urinetown, Rider University, Yvonne Theater, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5303. www.rider.edu. Musical. $10. 8 p.m.
Book of Days, Somerset Valley Players, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469. www.svptheatre.org. Lanford Wilson drama. $18. 8 p.m.
The Full Monty, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Musical. $18. 8 p.m.
Film
The First Time I Was Twenty, Central New Jersey Jewish Film Festival, Regal Cinemas, 2399 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, 732-932-4166. www.je
