Friday February 2
Groundhog Day.
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Boys/Girls Fencing. Hun School. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Swimming. Mercer County Tournament at Lawrence. 4 p.m.
High School North Ice Hockey. At Princeton. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Swimming. Mercer County Tournament At Lawrence. 4 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball. At Lawrence. 7 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball. Lawrence. 7 p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball. Hamilton West. 7 p.m.
High School South Girls Basketball. At Hamilton West 7 p.m.
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Drama
The Good Doctor, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. Neil Simon’s comedy. Through February 24. $18. 8 p.m.
365 Days/365 Plays, Douglass College, Cabaret Theater, Nichol and Suydam streets, New Brunswick. www.cabarettheatre.org. Drama by Suzan-Lori Parks. Free. 8 p.m.
Jolson & Company, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. Musical captures Al Jolson, vaudeville, Broadway, and films of the times. Robert Thick, the theater’s artistic director, is in the leading role. Heather Diaforli-Day stars as the many women in his life running the gamut from his mother to Mae West and Ruby Keeler. Bill Bunting plays the men in Jolson’s life. Through February 17. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
Film
Environmental Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Screening of “Fed Up!” at 2 p.m. “Buyer Be Fair: The Promise of Product Certification” at 4 p.m. “The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil” at 5 p.m. 2 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibit, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. “Iron Zoo,” photographys by Andrew Klein. Through February 28. 10 a.m.
Gallery Exhibit, CAPPS, Mariboe Gallery, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. www.peddie.org/capps. Opening reception and gallery talk in conjunction with exhibit by painter Cathy Watkins. On view through February 16. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Dancing
Hip Hop Class, YWCA Princeton, Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. Hip hop teacher Kelly Peters presents a master class for all ages. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
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.
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
Scrabble Night, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. 6:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Comedy Night, American Red Cross, Stress Factory, 90 Church Street, New Brunswick, 609-951-2114. www.njredcross.org. Featured comedian is Bill Bailey of the Discovery Channel’s “Cash Cab.” Dinner and show. Register. $28. 8 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Rodney Laney and Jim Gallagher, 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
Garden State Home Show, Garden State Exhibit Center, Somerset, 732-469-4000. www.njgin.state.nj.us. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Go Red for Women, American Heart Association, 877-242-4277. www.americanheart.org. Commemorate “National Wear Red Day for Women” by wearing red in support of all the women who have been touched by heart disease or stroke. 8 a.m.
Heartsaver First Aid, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Community Education and Outreach, 731 Alexander Road, West Windsor, 888-897-8979. www.princetonhscs.org. Register. $50. 6 p.m.
Nutrition and Supplements, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
For Families
Shadow Play!, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Tours, storytellers, interactive workshops, refreshments, and an appearance by ART, the Grounds for Sculpture groundhog. Free to school groups. Program fee, $3 per child. Register. 10 a.m.
Family Theater
Disney on Ice, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. “Walt Disney’s 100 Years of Magic,” $15, $20, $25, and $60. To February 4. 2 and 7 p.m.
Live Music
Dick Gratton, Chambers Walk Cafe, 2667 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5995. Solo jazz guitar. 6 to 9 p.m.
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. www.arturoromay.com 6 to 9 p.m.
Priority Five Dixieland Band, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. bordersgroupinc.com. Free. 7 p.m.
John Bianculli Trio, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. Deb Lyons on vocals. 7 p.m.
Voodudes, South Brunswick Arts Commission Jazz Cafe, Auditorium, 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbtnj.net. New Orleans jazz. $5. 8 p.m.
Bro Ken, Sarah Donner, Joy Simone, and Patrick Mystery, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8 p.m.
Ernie White and Tom Reock, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Blues, rock originals, and covers. 9 p.m.
Socials
Great Groundhog Day, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Romantic evening with hors d’oeuvres and drinks, buffet dinner by Chez Alice, a visit from ART, the GFS groundhog, followed by screening of “Groundhog Day” and popcorn. Cash bar. Register. $35. 5:30 p.m.
Saturday February 3
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School South Swimming, Girls/Boys. Mercer County Finals at Lawrence. Call for time.
High School South Boys/Girls Fencing. NJSIAA Districts. 8 a.m.
High School North Swimming, Boys/Girls. Mercer County Tournament Finals at Lawrence. 12:30 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball. At Princeton Day. 1:30 p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball. At Delaware Valley. 2 p.m.
High School North Boys/Girls Fencing. NJSIAA Districts @ Hackettstown. 4 p.m.
Drama
The Good Doctor, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. $18. 8 p.m.
365 Days/365 Plays, Douglass College, Cabaret Theater, Nichol and Suydam streets, New Brunswick. www.cabarettheatre.org. Drama by Suzan-Lori Parks. Free. 8 p.m.
Jolson & Company, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
Film
Environmental Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Screenings of “French Fries to Go,” 10:30 a.m.; “The Anacostia: Restoring the People’s River,” 11 a.m.; “Turning the Tide,” noon; “Texas Gold,” 1:30 p.m.; and “Who Killed the Electric Car?” at 3:30 p.m. Post screening talks by Carolyn Scott, director of “Texas Gold” and Mike Strizki from the Hopewell Project. 10:30 a.m.
Art
Open Mic Cafe, Roosevelt Arts Project, Municipal Building, Roosevelt, 609-443-4421. www.music.columbia.edu/roosevelt. $5 to $10 donation. 8 p.m.
Dancing
California Mix and Workshop, Central Jersey Dance Society, Unitarian Congregation, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, 609-945-1883. www.centraljerseydance.org. “Musicality: Learn to Dance to the Music,” with Michael Frank, 5 p.m. “West Coast Swing Triple Play,” with Frank, 6 p.m. Beginner West Coast swing dance lesson, 7:30 p.m. Open dancing featuring swing, lindy, Latin, and hustle, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. All levels welcome. No partner required. Workshops, $12 each. Lesson and dancing, $11. 5 p.m.
Literati
A Lesson Before Dying Study Group, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Barbara Flythe leads discussion about Ernest Gaines’ novel about a young African-American man in Louisiana in the 1940s. Noon to 2 p.m.
Classical Music
The Yeoman of the Guard, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Gilbert and Sullivan Players presents the only G&S work with a tragic ending. $39 to $43. 8 p.m.
PSO Pops!, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, 609-497-0020. www.princetonsymphony.org. “The Broadway Concert: Love Stories, The Words of Oscar Hammerstein II” features Suzanne Ishee and Matthew Shepard of Broadway Center Stage. They will sing and dance their way through love scenes from Oklahoma, South Pacific, The King and I, Showboat, and Carousel. $15 to $60. 8 p.m.
Faculty Recital, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Judith Bettina, soprano; Peter Jarvis, percussion; and James Goldsworthy, piano. $15. 8 p.m.
James Goldsworthy and Judith Bettina, Westminster Choir College, The Playhouse, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. “Contrast in Sound” presented by James Goldsworthy, Westminster faculty member and pianist; Judith Bettina, soprano; and Peter Jarvis, percussion. The program features works by Cuperin, Babbit, Faure, Bernstein, and Cage. Goldsworthy and Bettina, both West Windsor residents, have been collaborating on works written for them. $15. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
In-Festival, Berlind at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. GrooveLily in concert featuring the music from McCarter’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” CD signing and reception follows the performance. $15. 8:30 p.m.
World Music
Sarah Aroeste Band, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street, 609-921-0100. Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) music blended with contemporary rock, funk, blues, and jazz. Dessert reception. Register. $25. 7 p.m.
Good Causes
Lawrenceville/Princeton Antiques Show, Womanspace, National Guard Armory, 151 Eggert Crossing Road, Lawrenceville, 215-862-5828. www.mancusoshows.com. The 19th annual show features 40 dealers under one roof featuring fine American and European period furniture, folk art, porcelains, jewelry, prints, and accessories. Presented by David and Peter Mancuso Inc. Proceeds benefit Womanspace. $7. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tango for Parkinson’s, Parkinson Alliance, Susan Patterson Center, Monument Drive, Princeton, 800-579-8440. www.parkinsonalliance.net. Benefit tango event featuring tango dancers from New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, to share in 11 hours of tango workshops and social dancing. Six teachers from three states will lead the three workshops followed by three guided practices. Milonga with DJ and food follows. $20 donation. 1 to midnight.
Comedy Clubs
Rodney Laney and Jim Gallagher, 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
Garden State Home Show, Garden State Exhibit Center, Somerset, 732-469-4000. www.njgin.state.nj.us. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Faith
Learning Day, String of Pearls, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, 609-799-4070. www.stringofpearlsweb.org. Alissa Wise, a student rabbi at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College in Philadelphia, leads family services and learning day. The community is welcome. 10 a.m.
Family Service and Tu Beshevat Sedar, String of Pearls, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, 609-683-8787. www.stringofpearlsweb.org. Community members are invited. 10 a.m.
Food & Dining
Chocolate Workshop, Washington Crossing State Park, Johnson Ferry House, Titusville, 215-219-9542. Food historian Susan Plaisted presents the process of chocolate from the bean in lecture and hands-on experience including roasting the beans over an open hearth and grinding them into chocolate on a stone slab. Register. $40. 10 a.m.
Tasting Event, Tuscan Hills, 342 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-9015. www.tuscan-hills.com. Chef Andrea DiMeglio from Luca’s Restaurant offers a tasting of some of his signature dishes including crostini caponata, stuffed dates with mascarpone cheese, walnuts and prosciutto, penne puttanesca, and gnocci Genovese. Open tot he public. Noon to 4 p.m.
Chili Cook-Off, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Customers are invited to judge which of the Whole Foods Markets departments reigns supreme in the world of chili. Nine teams compete for the trophy. Samples, recipes, and take-home chili available. Noon to 4 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Household Toxins, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation features information about indoor air pollution including toxic chemicals in the home. Register. Free. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Pre-Natal Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $25. 10:30 a.m.
Blood Pressure, South Brunswick Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbpl.info. Screening and heart health information. Free. 11 a.m.
Post-Natal Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $25. 12:15 p.m.
Red Dress Trunk Show and Luncheon, Women’s Heart Foundation, Trenton War Memorial, 609-771-9600. www.womensheartfoundation.org. Register. Free. 1 p.m.
Body Dance Improv, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. With Cynthia Greenfield. Register. Free. 1:30 p.m.
Family Yoga Workshop, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Register. $12 per person. Three-person minimum. 3 to 5 p.m.
Mindful Eating, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. Create your own roadmap for success through interactive activities, discussion, and resources presented by Judy Axelrod. Register. $55. 3 p.m.
Partner Yoga Workshop, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Partner asanas and techniques for couples or friends. Register. $50 per couple. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
History
Valentine Family Photos, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. www.hamiltonnj.com. Take your own photo in the heart-shaped gazebo in the 45-foot dining room. Cameras welcome. Register. Free. 8 a.m. to noon.
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.
Kids Stuff
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
Maple Sugaring, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. www.howellfarm.org. Syrup-making, sap gathering, maple candy making. Tree tapping demonstrations at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Children’s craft program, Tree Taps, $1. Free admission and parking. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Camps, Kids, and Sports Expo, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Westin, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-924-3244. www.campskidsandsportsexpo.com. Summer camps, schools, and business geared to kids. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Black History Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. 11 a.m.
Dad-Daughter Dance, West Windsor Recreation, Millstone River School, Plainsboro, 609-799-6141. www.wwparks-recreation.com. Annual dad-daughter night, ages 5 and up. Music, dancing, and buffet dinner. $40 per couple. $10 each additional daughter. Dad may be substituted by adult male. Register. 6 to 9 p.m.
Family Theater
The Arabian Nights, Berlind Theater at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Family show presenting the timeless tales in a new puppet adaptation for ages 5 and up. Written by Christopher T. Parks and directed by Jon Ludwig. A variety of puppetry styles are used to bring to life the Fisherman, the Genie, Sinbad, Aladdin, and Codadad. $12. 11 a.m.
Disney on Ice, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. “Walt Disney’s 100 Years of Magic,” $15, $20, $25, and $60. To February 4. 11 a.m. and 3 and 7 p.m.
Once Upon a Wolf, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Family show. $7. Noon and 3 p.m.
The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Original musical adapted from the C.S. Lewis classic is presented by Theatreworks USA. $10, $8 for children and seniors. 2 and 4 p.m.
Lectures
Home Buyer’s Seminar, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/Plainsboro. Industry specialists present information about home mortgage, title insurance, and neighborhoods in West Windsor and Plainsboro. Coordinated by Vidya Premkumar, Prudential New Jersey Properties. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Urban Planning Study Group, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Discuss the principles of urban planning using Jane Jacobs’ “The Death and Life of Great American Cities.” 2 to 2 p.m.
Science Lectures
Science on Saturday, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, Forrestal Campus, Route 1 North, Plainsboro, 609-243-2121. www.pppl.gov. “Everything’s Relative and Other Fables from Science and Technology or Don’t Believe Everything Your Teachers Told You” presented by Tony Rothman, department of physics, Princeton University. Register on site. Information online. Students, parents, teachers, and community members invited. Photo ID required. Free. 9:30 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.
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. www.arturoromay.com 6 to 9 p.m.
Dick Gratton, Java Moon Cafe, 4110 Quakerbridge Road, Lawrenceville, 609-275-7447. Jazz guitar. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
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.
Shikantaza, Chestnut Tree Books, Princeton Shopping Center, 609-279-2121. www.chestnuttreebooks.com. Meditative jazz style improvisations presented by D. Locutor, piano keyboard; Geoff Fleming, acoustic and electric bass; and Brandon Lewin, drums and percussion. Free. 8 p.m.
Rob Beckelman and Bill Simmons, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Acoustic rock covers and originals. 9 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Jamaica Bay, Point Lookout, Jones Beach, and Beyond, Plainsboro Preserve, 609-897-9400. www.njaudubon.org. Winter birding trip to the south shore of Long Island. Led by Arlene Oley and Neil Rudosky. Register. $15. 9 a.m.
South Bound Brook Walk, D&R Canal Watch, Lock 11, at South Bound Brook Post Office., 609-924-2683. www.canalwatch.org. Bob Barth leads the walk, followed by Dutch treat lunch at the Riverside pub. 10 a.m.
Family Nature Program, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400. www.njaudubon.org. “Earth Stories and Animal Tales,” presented by Rosemary Wright. Register. $5. 2:30 p.m.
Sunday February 4
Drama
Jolson & Company, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50. 2:30 p.m.
Film
Environmental Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Screening of “The Chances of the World Changing” at 1:30 p.m. followed by talk by Eric Daniel Metzgar. Screening of “Grizzly Man” at 4 p.m. 1:30 p.m.
Art
Meet the Photographer, Gallery 14, 14 Mercer Street, Hopewell, 609-333-8511. www.photosgallery14.com. Closing reception for “Mongolia: Where Kazakhs Hunt with Eagles,” a photography show by David H. Miller, who will discuss his travels in Mongolia and the ancient tradition of hunting with the Folden Eagles. 1 to 4 p.m.
Art Exhibit, Coryell Gallery, 8 Coryell Street, Lambertville, 609-397-0804. Opening reception for “Lambertville and the Surrounding Area,” the 27th annual juried art exhibition. On view through March 18. 3 to 6 p.m.
Classical Music
The Kende Trio, Steinway Musical Society, Jacobs Music, 2540 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-434-0222. www.princetonol.com/groups/steinway. Featured performer is Noriko Schneiderman, a native of Japan, with works by Barber, Mendelssohn, Mozart, and Shostakovich. $15. 3 p.m.
Faculty Recital, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Soprano Faith Esham in concert. $15. 3 p.m.
Faith
Evensong, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, 609-924-2277. www.trinityprinceton.org. 4:10 p.m.
Good Causes
Lawrenceville/Princeton Antiques Show, Womanspace, National Guard Armory, 151 Eggert Crossing Road, Lawrenceville, 215-862-5828. www.mancusoshows.com. The 19th annual show benefits Womanspace. $7. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Needlework
Super Bowl Sunday Needlework Show, Cross Stitch Unlimited, 2663 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, 609-890-1155. www.crossstichunlimited.com. Reba and Hoyt Holley’s 17th annual cross stitch and needlepoint party featuring professionally-stitched models from Brittercup Designs and Lavender Wings; counted canvas quilt designs from Genny Morrow; handpainted canvasses from Rosalie Peters Needlepoint; and punch needle designs by Hooked on Rugs. Gifts, prizes, and snacks. Free. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Faith
International Sunday, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 142 Sand Hill Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-297-4607. www.stbarnabas-sbnj.org. Prayers drawn from prayer books used around the world in celebration of the international character of members born in 26 different countries on five continents. Music includes diverse songs by the church’s African Praise Worship Chorus. Coffee hour includes foods of national, region, and ethnic traditions. Visitors welcome. 8:30 a.m. , 10:30 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
Souper Bowl of Caring, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 177 Princeton-Hightstown Road, West Windsor, 609-799-1753. www.popnj.org. Youth group collects funds for Mercer Street Cooperative and the Redeemer Lutheran Church of Trenton’s food pantry. 9:45 a.m.
Evensong, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, 609-924-2277. www.trinityprinceton.org. Teens and adults of Trinity and All Saints’ churches combine under the direction of Kathleen Milly and Tom Whittemore. Organ recital presented by Westminster Choir College senior Andrew Yeargin. Reception follows. 4:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Yoga for Stress Reduction, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $15. 10 a.m.
History
Valentine Family Photos, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. www.hamiltonnj.com. Take your own photo in the heart-shaped gazebo in the 45-foot dining room. Cameras welcome. Register. Free. 8 a.m. to noon.
Family Theater
Disney on Ice, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. “Walt Disney’s 100 Years of Magic,” $15, $20, $25, and $60. 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Once Upon a Wolf, Villagers Theater, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Family show. $7. Noon.
Children’s Concert, Raritan Valley Symphonic Band, Hillsborough High School, 466 Raider Boulevard, 908-359-3136. www.rvsb.org. “Favorites for Children, Young and Old” features selections of Walt Disney music and current children’s favorites. 45 minute concert is conducted by Jennifer Eidel, a music teacher in the school district and a member of the Eastern Wind Symphony. Free. 3 p.m.
Lectures
Felting Class, YWCA Princeton, Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. One day class. Register. $50. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Horoscopes, Astrological Society of Princeton, Educational Testing Service, Anrig Hall, 609-924-4311. www.aspnj.org. “The Shadow in the Horoscope” presented by John Marchesella, a full-time astrologer in New York City, and a certified psychotherapist. Social hour follows the lecture. Donations invited. 2:30 p.m.
Politics
Film Screening, Global Cinema Cafe, Carl A. Fields Center, Olden & Prospect Avenue, 609-924-0455. www.globalcinema.org. Screening of “Brother Outsider,” a film about activist Bayard Rustin, best remembered as the organist of the 1963 March of Washington. Talk by Bill Strong, a Princeton borough resident who has been a Quaker for 40 years and inspired by Bayard Rustin’s life and efforts for peace and civil rights. Free. 4 p.m.
What’s in Store
Furniture and Accessory Market, Karel Exposition Management, New Jersey Convention & Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison, 305-792-9990. www.kemexpo.com. 50th annual show features more than 1,”000 spaces of merchandise. Open to buyers, interior designers, and specialty stores from the furniture industry. Register. Free with two forms of identification showing home furnishings industry qualifications. Through Tuesday, February 6. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Singles
Super Bowl Party, Yardley Singles, Uno’s Chicago Grill Pizzeria, 198 Bucks Town Road, Langhorne, PA, 215-736-1288. www.yardleysingles.org. $15 includes salad, appetizers, pizza, and cake. Cash bar. 5 p.m.
Socials
Advanced Chess for Adults, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/Plainsboro. 1 to 5 p.m.
Monday February 5
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Ice Hockey. At Hamilton. 3:30 p.m.
High School South Boys/Girls Fencing. At Moorestown Friends. 4 p.m.
High School South Ice Hockey. Robbinsville. 6:45 p.m.
Drama
In-Festival, Berlind at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Monday Night Special. Writers and composers including Nilo Cruz, Christopher Durang, Lisa, Kron, and Emily Mann, read from their work. $5. 7:30 p.m.
Film
Second Chance Film Series, Princeton Adult School, Kresge Auditorium, Frick Chemical Building, Princeton University, 609-683-1101. www.princetonadultschool.org. “Nine Lives” features Glenn Close, Robin Penn Wright, Holly Hunter, Dakota Fanning, Kathy Baker, and Sissy Spacek. Introduced by William Lockwood Jr. First film in the 14-week series. Register. $75. 7:30 p.m.
Art
Art Opening, Lawrenceville School, Gruss Center of Visual Arts, Lawrenceville, 609-620-6026. www.Lawrenceville.org. First day for “Thomas George: A Retrospective in Black and White.” Through February 27. 9 a.m.
Literati
Writers Exchange, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Peer critique group facilitated by author Ed Leefeldt. 7 p.m.
Adult Book Discussion Group, South Brunswick Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbpl.info. “Devil in the White City” by Eric Larson. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Opera Video Series, Princeton Senior Resource Center, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, 609-924-7108. Princeton Friends of Opera present an introduction to each opera followed by a screening of “La Traviata” by Verdi. Bring a lunch. Dessert and beverages provided. Free. Snow date is Monday, February 12. 12:30 p.m.
Good Causes
General Meeting, Italian American Festival Association, Italian American Heritage Center, 2421 Liberty Street, Hamilton, 609-631-7544. www.italianamericanfestival.com. Open to the public. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
15th Anniversary, Main Street Euro-American Bistro, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-2779. www.mainstreetprinceton.com. Complimentary birthday cake sampler plate for all lunch and dinner guests. 11:30 a.m.
Cancer Prevention and Survival Cooking Course, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. “Planning Healthy Meals” presented by area chef Christine Waltermyer and the Cancer Project. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, 707 Alexander Road, Training Room, 800-GIVELIFE. www.pleasegiveblood.org. Walk-ins are welcome. Monday through Thursday, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Pilates Mat Class, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $15. 6:30 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.
Tai Chi, Holsome Holistic Center, 27 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-279-1592. www.holsome.com. $16. 7:30 p.m.
Revolutionary Skincare, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation. Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Aromatherapy, South Brunswick Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbpl.info. Register. $5. 7:30 p.m.
For Parents
Parenting Class, Family Support Organization of Mercer County, 427 Whitehorse Avenue, Trenton, 609-581-6891. Total Transformation Program is geared toward helping parents of defiant children. Register. 10 a.m.
Lectures
Computer Class, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. “Word Basics” at 6 p.m. “Internet Searching at 7 p.m. Register. Free. 6 and 7 p.m.
Politics
Norman Ornstein and Thomas Mann, Eagleton Institute of Politics, Rutgers/ Douglass, 100 George Street, New Brunswick, 732-932-9384 ext. 268. www.eagleton.rutgers.edu. Authors of “The Broken Branch: How Congress is Failing America and How to Get It Back on Track.” Reception, booksigning, and lecture. Register. Free. 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday February 6
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School South Girls Basketball. At Trenton Central. 4 p.m.
High School North Boys/Girls Fencing. At St. Benedicts. 4:30 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball. Steinert. 7 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball. At Steinert. 7 p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball. Trenton Central. 7 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 of “Othello,” “Celebrating Diversity,” and “Evening of Romance and Dance.” Register. $10. 11:30 a.m.
Dancing
Salsa Dance Lessons, Central Jersey Dance Society, Momentum Fitness, 377 Wall Street, 609-945-1883. www.jerseyjumpers.org. Jose Diaz teaches intermediates at 7 p.m.; beginners at 8:30 p.m. Partner not required. $20. 7 p.m.
Literati
Volunteer Orientation Session, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. www.lmxac.org/Plainsboro. Teens and adults invited to help out with volunteer projects. 5 to 6 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.
On Top of the World: Joshua Bell, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Violinist. $47 to $53. 8 p.m.
World Music
Middle Eastern Drum Class, Drum & Dance Learning Center, Barracks Trading Post Plaza, Route 206 and Elizabeth Street, Bordentown, 609-324-7383. www.drumdancecenter.com. Register. $25. 8 p.m. Food & Dining
15th Anniversary, Main Street Euro-American Bistro, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-2779. www.mainstreetprinceton.com. Complimentary birthday cake sampler plate for all lunch and dinner guests. 11:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Understanding Memory Loss, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Princeton Fitness & Wellness Center, 1225 State Road, Princeton, 888-897-8979. www.princetonhscs.org. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Chi Kung, Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 348, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Meditative exercises for balance. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Replacing Meat: Food for Life Cooking Class, Vallerie’s European Spa, 235 Hopewell-Pennington Road, Hopewell, 609-466-8886. www.centeredservices.com. Christine Waltermyer, founder of the Natural Kitchen School. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Cinch Inch Loss Plan, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation. Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Storytime, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. bordersgroupinc.com. Story and craft activity. 10 a.m.
Toddler Story and Craft, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. 10:30 a.m.
Pre-school Story and Craft, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. 4 p.m.
For Families
Read and Explore, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. www.terhuneorchards.com. For toddlers, “Farms and Animals in Winter.” $5. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lectures
Vacation Photography Workshops, Vagabond Vistas Photography, Straube Center, Pennington, 609-737-8388. www.vagabondvistas.com. Two-session class to capture culture, people, markets, festivals, sunsets, and landscapes. Also, Tuesday, February 13. Register. $125. p.m.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Franklin Covey, Princeton area, 800-360-1890. www.franklincovey.com. Workshop. Register. $399. 9 a.m.
CUH2A Toastmasters Club, 1000 Lenox Drive, Lawrenceville, 609-844-1212. Visitors are welcome. Free. Noon.
Greeting Card Workshop, YWCA Princeton, Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. One day class. Register. $12. 1 to 3 p.m.
Archaeological Institute of America, Princeton University, East Pyne 010, 609-258-3786. “A Stroll in the Byzantine Landscape” presented by Timothy E. Gregory, Ohio State University. Reception follows. Free. 5:30 p.m.
Genealogy Group, Jewish Historical Society of New Jersey, Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, 222 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-249-4894. www.jewishgen.org/jhcj. “Publishing Your Genealogy” presented by Nathan Reiss, the president of the society. Free. 7 p.m.
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Tech Talk. Free. 7 p.m.
Live Music
John Bianculli, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. Solo piano. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Nature Reading Group, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592. www.thewatershed.org. Adults and high school students discuss the poetry of Gay Snyder. Register with www.princetonadultschool.org. 7 p.m.
Schools
Open House, St. Paul School, 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7587. www.spsprinceton.org. For grades K to 8. 1 to 3 p.m.
Wednesday February 7
School Sports
High School South Ice Hockey, 609-716-5000 ext. 5134. www.ww-p.org. Jackson Memorial. 5:30 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibit, Chapin School, 4101 Princeton Pike, 609-924-7206. www.chapinschool.org. Opening reception for “The Magical World of Master Illustrator, Gennady Spirin,” an exhibit featuring watercolor illustrations by the internationally acclaimed artist. On view through March 9. 5 to 7 p.m.
Architecture
Spring Lecture Series, Princeton University School of Architecture, Betts Auditorium, Princeton, 609-258-3741. www.Princeton.edu/~soa. “Considering Parameters,” presented by Nader Tehrani, principal, Office DA, Boston. Free. 6:30 p.m.
Dancing
Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, Monument Drive, 609-924-6763. www.princetonol.com/groups/pcd. 8 p.m.
Literati
Camera Club, South Brunswick Arts Commission, South Brunswick Library, Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. “Introduction to Digital Photography” presented by Bruce Tucker. Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m.
Classical Music
Noontime Recital Series, Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church, 124 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-1666. Concert features Lin Wang, cellist. Register. Light lunch follows. Free. Noon.
The Music of Samuel Adler, College of New Jersey, Mayo Hall, Ewing, 609-771-2552. www.tcnj.edu. American composer Samuel Adler presents a lecture. He has composed more than 400 works including five operas. four oratorios, and many orchestral, band, chamber, choral works, and songs. Free. 12:30 p.m.
After Noon Concert, Princeton University Chapel, Washington Road, 609-258-3654. Free. 12:30 p.m.
The Music of Samuel Adler, College of New Jersey, Mayo Hall, Ewing, 609-771-2552. www.tcnj.edu. “Into the Boundaries of Light,” a composition for viola and guitar, presented by Duo Fresco, featuring violist Brett Deubner and guitarist Christopher Kenniff. Samuel Adler will be in attendance. The program also includes works by Schubert and Falla. Free. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Information Session, CASA, 180 Ewingville Road, Ewing, 609-434-0050. www.casamercer.org. Court Appointed Special Advocates is a non-profit organization committed to speaking up in court for the best interests of abused and neglected children who have been removed from their homes. Register. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
15th Anniversary, Main Street Euro-American Bistro, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-2779. www.mainstreetprinceton.com. Complimentary birthday cake sampler plate for all lunch and dinner guests. 11:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, 800-448-3543. www.pleasegiveblood.org. 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Young Women’s Support Group, Breast Cancer Resource Center, Bramwell House, YWCA Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. Bagged lunch invited. Free. Noon.
An Evening with Oz, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, West Windsor, 888-897-8979. www.princetonhscs.org. Diet tips from Dr. Mehmet Oz, co-author of “You on a Diet,” and his daughter, Daphne Oz, author of “The Dorm Room Diet.” Dr. John D. Passalaris, a cardiologist from Princeton Healthcare System, opens the evening with a discussion of heart health. Light dinner and dessert. Register. $35. 6 p.m.
Nutrition and Supplements, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation. Register. Free. 7 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.
Pi Gu, Ruth A. Golush, East Windsor, 609-426-9693. For weight control. Register. $20. 7:30 p.m.
History
Guided Tour, Drumthwacket Foundation, 354 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-683-0591. www.drumthwacket.org. New Jersey governor’s official residence. Register. $5 donation. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Pre-school Story and Craft, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. 10:30 a.m.
Lectures
Tapping Into Your Nest Egg, A.G. Edwards, 136-150 Main Street, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-951-0900. www.agedwards.com. “What to Do When It’s Time to Spend It.” Register. Free. 5:30 p.m.
Jazz Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. “New Orleans and the Origins of Jazz” presented by Anthony D.J. Branker, senior lecturer in music and director of the jazz programs at Princeton University. The feature film is Episode 1 of the Ken Burns Jazz series. 7 p.m.
Meeting, West Windsor Lions Club, Palmer Inn, Route 1, West Windsor, 609-419-0156. West Windsor Mayor Shing-Fu Hsueh discusses current construction projects in town. Register. 7 p.m.
UFO Ghosts and Earth Mysteries, UFO and Paranormal Study Group, Hamilton Township Library, Municipal Drive, 609-631-8955. www.drufo.org. Pat Marcattilio facilitates monthly meeting. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Live Music
Darla Rich Quartet, Fedora Cafe, 2633 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-895-0844. www.darlarich.com. Jazz vocals. BYOB. 7 p.m.
Politics
Intellectuals and the Institution: What’s in the Service of the Nation?, Coalition for Peace Action, Princeton University, McCosh 10, 609-924-5022. www.peacecoalition.org. A controversial public forum represents the culmination of the controversy concerning the Woodrow Wilson’s 75th anniversary celebration with visits from Condoleezza Rice, Michael Chertoff, and David Petraeus and an earlier visit from Colin Powell. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday February 8
Bikes and Pedestrians
Annual Membership Meeting, West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-275-6355. www.princetononline.org/wwbpa. Bike and pedestrian group to further advocacy for bicycle and pedestrian access, mobility, and safety in the town. Review the annual report, goals, and initiatives. Election of trustees. Four students join the advisory board. Visit website for a copy of the report. 7:30 p.m. See story.
School Sports
High School North Boys/Girls Fencing, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. At Moorestown Friends. 4 p.m.
Dance
One on One, Arts Council of Princeton, Princeton Shopping Center, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Marie Alonzo-Snyder presents “World Influences on Modern Dance” in a conversation with executive director, Jeff Nathanson, both West Windsor residents. Her choreography reflects her upbringing the Philippines and Italy. With works presented throughout the United States and Canada, she is on the faculty at Princeton Day School and Princeton Dance Theater. 7:30 p.m.
Complexions Contemporary Ballet, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Excerpts from Rhoden’s “Anthem” trilogy set to sounds ranging from Jim Hendrix to Charles Mingus. $33 to $40. 8 p.m.
Drama
In-Festival, Berlind at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. “Brothers Size” by Tarell Alvin McCraney. A tale of two headstrong brothers rediscovering the bond of brotherhood that saved them from the perils of prison, the loss of a mother, and poverty. $15. 7:30 p.m.
The Freshman One-Act Festival, Theatre Intime, Princeton University, 609-258-1742. www.theatreintime.org. “Beyond Therapy” by Christopher Durang, “Terminating” by Tony Kushner, and “Fool for Love” by Sam Shephard. Through February 10. $12. 8 p.m.
Film
A Simple Curve, Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6922. Screening. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Clint Eastwood Retrospective, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. “A Fistful of Dollars.” 7 p.m.
Dancing
Salsa Dance Lessons, Central Jersey Dance Society, Momentum Fitness, 377 Wall Street, 609-945-1883. www.jerseyjumpers.org. Jose Diaz teaches intermediates at 7 p.m.; beginners at 8:30 p.m. Partner not required. $20. 7 p.m.
Classical Music
Tony Trishka, Patriot Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. www.thewarmemorial.com. Innovative banjo player. $30. 7 p.m.
Chamber Music Concert, Rider University, Bart Luedeke Center Theater, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5033. www.rider.edu. Volanti Flutes. Free. 7 p.m.
Lunchtime Concert, Princeton University Graduate College, Proctor Hall, 609-258-3654. $5 including light lunch. Noon.
Good Causes
Fireside Chat, Zonta Club of Trenton and Mercer, Panera Bread, Nassau Park, Route 1, West Windsor, 609-466-0807. www.zontatrenton.org. Informal evening of fellowship and sharing of traditions. Meet members and see how your talents may enhance the service organization of executives in business and the professions working to improve the legal, political, economic, health, and professional status of women. 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
Home Made Pasta, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Artisan pasta demonstration by Anna Maria Severino and her son, Peter Seerino, from Severino Pasta. Register. $10. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Bible Baptist Church, 1934 Klockner Road, Trenton, 800-448-3543. 2 to 8 p.m.
Hot Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $18. 6 p.m.
Low Back Pain: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Community Education and Outreach, 731 Alexander Road, West Windsor, 888-897-8979. www.princetonhscs.org. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Temple Meditation, Vallerie’s European Spa, 235 Hopewell-Pennington Road, Hopewell, 609-466-8886. www.centeredservices.com. Katie Hawn. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Active Families, Healthy Kids Program, YWCA, Bramwell House, Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. Five-session series for parents and guardians of children ages 11 to 14. Presented by HiTops Adolescent Health and Education Center. Information includes nutrition basics, incorporating fitness into family life, shopping and eating for better health, and playing for fitness. Children are invited to the last two sessions. Register. Free with YWCA membership. 7 p.m.
Tai Chi, Holsome Holistic Center, 27 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-279-1592. www.holsome.com. $16. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Books and Babies, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. 10:30 a.m.
For Families
Follow the Drinking Gourd, New Jersey State Museum, 225 West State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. www.newjerseystatemuseum.org. For children grades 1 to 7. $1 per person. 11 a.m.
Family Night, Desert Moon Fresh Mexican Grille, 415 Nassau Park Boulevard, West Windsor, 609-452-2916. Magic, balloons, kid’s meals, and tattoos. 6 to 8 p.m.
For Parents
Parenting Class, Family Support Organization of Mercer County, 427 Whitehorse Avenue, Trenton, 609-581-6891. Total Transformation Program is geared toward helping parents of defiant children. Register. 6 p.m.
Lectures
Jazz Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Discussion of Toni Morrison’s novel, “Jazz.” 10:30 a.m.
Getting Ahead in Business, Milton Paris, Cranberry’s Gourmet Shoppe, 8 Public Road, Monroe, 732-306-0040. Three-hour radio program will be taped for rebroadcast. Paris will interview guests as well as field your business questions. Call for information about appearing as a guest. Register. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Strategic Conversation, Princeton Regional Chamber, Marriott Princeton Hotel and Conference Center, 609-924-1776. www.princetonchamber.org. “How to Craft Your Elevator Speech” presented by Bill Hogan, Hogan Leadership Group. Register. $40. 11:30 a.m.
Distinguished Lecture Series, Mercer County Community College, West Windsor, 609-570-3324. www.mccc.edu. “Beating the Odds” presented by Emmanuel Clarke, author of “In Tears and Blood.” Born in Liberia, he and his family spent time in a Sierra Leone refugee camp, fled, and made their way to American in 1999. A graduate of Mercer College, Class of 2002, Clarke graduated from NJIT, and is pursuing a master’s degree. He lives in Lawrenceville. Free. Noon.
Dinner Meeting, NJ Women Business Owners, Harrison Conference Center, 900 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-924-7975. “Protecting Your Assets: Critical Technology for Today’s Small Business” with a focus on free products and techniques to protect your data, and information about backup and spyware. Register. $40. 6 p.m.
Homebuyers and Homesellers Seminar, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. Register. 7 p.m.
Live Music
John Bianculli, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. Solo piano. Tuesdays through Fridays. 11:30 a.m.
Eric Daab Duo, Java Moon Cafe, 4110 Quakerbridge Road, Lawrenceville, 609-275-7447. Jazz guitar. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Arturo Romay, Mediterra, 14 Hulfish Street, 609-252-9680. www.arturoromay.com. Latin jazz guitar. 7 to 10 p.m.
Dick Gratton, Amarone’s Windsor Inn, 29 Church Street, Windsor, 609-448-7144. Dick Gratton, guitar, and Arana Joy, jazz vocals. 7:30 p.m.
Politics
Drinking Liberally, Ivy Inn, 248 Nassau Street, Princeton. www.drinkingliberally.org. Share thoughts with other left-leaning individuals. 7 to 9 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Chapin School, 4101 Princeton Pike, Princeton, 609-924-7206. www.chapinschool.org. Pre-K through grade 8, coeducational. Register. 9 a.m.
Friday February 9
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Ice Hockey. At Brick Memorial. 4 p.m.
High School South Boys/Girls Fencing. At Somerville High School. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball. Toms River East. 6:30 p.m.
High School North Girls Basketball. Toms River East. 6:30 p.m.
High School North Boys Basketball. At Delaware Valley. 7 p.m.
High School South Boys Basketball. Toms River East. 7 p.m.
High School South Ice Hockey. At Mendham. 7:35 p.m.
Drama
In-Festival, Berlind at McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. “Brothers Size” by Tarell Alvin McCraney. A tale of two headstrong brothers rediscovering the bond of brotherhood that saved them from the perils of prison, the loss of a mother, and poverty. $15. 7:30 p.m.
Uncommon Women & Others, Princeton University Theater & Dance Program, Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-258-9220. www.Princeton.edu. Early Wendy Wasserstein drama directed by Tamsen Wolff. In 1972, the women’s movement opened new doors and the Vietnam War was ending as a group of Mount Holyoke seniors counted down to graduation. Six years later they reflect on their choices and challenges. Through February 17. $10. 7:30 p.m.
The Good Doctor, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. $18. Sign interpreted performance. Assistive listening devices available. 8 p.m.
For the Glory: The Civil War Musical, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Opening Night for Cheng/Ferrara production of Frank Wildhorn’s musical. Reception to meet cast and crew follows the show. Through February 18. $16. 8 p.m. See story.
Jolson & Company, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. Musical captures Al Jolson, vaudeville, Broadway, and films of the times. Robert Thick, the theater’s artistic director, is in the leading role. WW-P teacher Heather Diaforli-Day stars as the many women in his life running the gamut from his mother to Mae West and Ruby Keeler. Bill Bunting plays the men in Jolson’s life. Through February 17. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
The Freshman One-Act Festival, Theatre Intime, Princeton University, 609-258-1742. www.theatreintime.org. “Beyond Therapy” by Christopher Durang, “Terminating” by Tony Kushner, and “Fool for Love” by Sam Shephard. $12. 8 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibition, Gallery 125, 125 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-989-9119. www.gallery125.com. Opening reception for “Winter’07 Exhibit,” a display featuring paintings, sculpture, and photographs. Through April 6. 5 to 9 p.m. See story.
Swing!, New Jersey State Museum, 225 West State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. www.newjerseystatemuseum.org. The exhibition brings music to life with artifacts from the New York Public Library’s collection of photographs, memorabilia, posters, and music. Through May 5. 9 a.m.
Art Reception, Gallery 14, 14 Mercer Street, Hopewell, 609-333-8511. www.photosgallery14.com. Opening reception for “I am a Tree,” a photography show by Frank Magalhaes. On view through March 11. Meet the photographer on Sun 9 p.m.
Classical Music
What is This Thing Called Love?, Ellarslie, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, 609-989-3632. www.ellarslie.org. A Valentine’s Day musical presentation presented by Fred Miller, a pianist, singer, and narrator. Complimentary chocolates and desserts. Reservations suggested. $15. 7 p.m.
Concert, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.Princeton.edu. Jennifer Hsiao, violin, and Serena Chin, piano, present works of Bach, Corigliano, and Beethoven. Free. 8 p.m.
Strings Through the Ages, Riverside Symphonia, St. John the Evangelist Church, 44 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7300. www.riversidesymphonia.org. Antonio de Cristofano on piano is featured in works of Mozart, Chopin, Shostakovich, and Panufnik. $15 to $35. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Chick Corea and Gary Burton, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. $45 to $50. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Anniversary Event, St. Francis Medical Center, Scottish Rite Hall, Bordentown, 609-599-5659. Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the SFMC Auxiliary with hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert. REgister. $50; $85 per couple. 6:30 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Pete Michael and Rick Colon, 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. www.trentonwnite.com. Celebration of art, music, and shopping. 5 to 9 p.m.
Faith
Imagining Peace, Temple Micah, Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church, Route 206, 609-921-1128. www.temple-micah.org. Monthly service and Oneg Shabbat followed by a presentation by Emmy Award winner Lisa Gossels. She will discuss her work in progress about 22 Israeli and Palestinian teenage girls who came to the United States in 2002 to participate in a women’s leadership program, “Building Bridges for Peace.” 8 p.m.
Food & Dining
Valentine Day Tete a Tete, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. A meal featuring aphrodisiacs including honey, almonds, ginger, basic, and chocolate with chef Nirit Yadin. Recipes include Roasted asparagus with pine nut basil sauce, lamb chops in a warm spice rub, glazed carrots with honey and ginger, and fruit medley with a chocolate vanilla dip. Register. $35. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:15 a.m.
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Johnson & Johnson, 199 Grandview Avenue, Skillman, 800-448-3543. www.pleasegiveblood.org. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Heal Yourself Through Love and Awareness, Krisin Martini, 145 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-306-0509. Register. $40. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Partner Yoga Workshop, Pennington Ewing Athletic Club, 1440 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing, 609-883-2000. www.pcremoneyoga.com. Michael Cremone leads class for partners, siblings, friends, or parent and child. Register. 6:30 p.m.
Household Toxins, Personalize Nutrition, Century 21, 10 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-637-0420. George Piegaro Jr. presentation features information about indoor air pollution including toxic chemicals in the home. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Community Drumming Circle, Center for Relaxation, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 348, Plainsboro, 908-431-9904. Drums available. Register. $10. 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Sing and Play, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. 10:30 a.m.
Sing Children Sing, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. www.singchildrensing.com. Demonstration workshop with music and movement activities for young children and their caregiver. Register. Free. 11:30 a.m.
For Families
American Girl’s Valentine’s Party, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Make cards. 7 p.m.
Family Theater
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, 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
Princeton Theological Seminary, Erdman Hall, 609-921-8300. “Church and State: 60 Years After Everson v. Board of Education of Ewing Township,” a day-long symposium on the current and future state of relationships between the government and religion addressing recent challenges on faith-based issues. The landmark decision defined separation between church and state. Register. $120. 9 a.m.
Tax Assistance, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Appointments are recommended. Free. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Live Music
Trenton2nite, Warren Street area, Trenton, 609-396-9788. www.trenton2nite.com. Music, food, and art on South Warren and West Lafayette. Rick Fiori Trio at Trenton Marriott, Eric Mintel Quartet at Maxines. Visit website for full schedule. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Latin jazz guitar. www.arturoromay.com 6 to 9 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. 8:30 p.m.
Latin Night, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. Arturo Romay and guests. 9 p.m.
Summer Program for Teens
Cornell University Summer Program, High School North, Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5100. Adam Schuit, a junior at High School North, presents information about the summer program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. He will also share his experiences at the program last summer. For parents and high school students. 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Friendly’s, Route 206 North, Montgomery, 908-874-5434. Breakfast for ages 55-plus. Register. 9 a.m.
Yardley Singles, Generals Quarters, Mercer Airport, 215-736-1288. www.yardleysingles.org. Drop-in. 9 p.m.
Socials
Newcomers Club, Princeton YWCA, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org/newcomers. “Secrets to Successful Gardening in the Garden State” presented by Barbara J. Bromley, Mercer County horticulturist and master gardener. Bring gardening questions, an ailing houseplant, or samples of bugs. For new residents and those who have had a lifestyle change. Light lunch for nominal charge. 11:45 a.m.
Sports
Princeton Hockey, Baker Rink, 609-258-3538. www.GoPrincetonTigers.com. Harvard. 7 p.m.
Princeton Basketball, Jadwin Gymnasium, 609-258-3538. Harvard. 7:30 p.m.
World Championship Ice Racing, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. www.sovereignbankarena.com. The extreme and exotic world features lightning fast motorcycle and four-wheel ATVs. Pit passes available. $19 and $24. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday February 10
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Girls Basketball. Rancocas. BCSL-CVC Basketball Challenge. 11:45 a.m.
High School South Girls Basketball. Franklin. 1 p.m.
County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. www.kelseytheatre.net. Cheng/Ferrara production of Frank Wildhorn’s musical. Through February 18. $16. 8 p.m.
Jolson & Company, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
The Freshman One-Act Festival, Theatre Intime, Princeton University, 609-258-1742. www.theatreintime.org. “Beyond Therapy” by Christopher Durang, “Terminating” by Tony Kushner, and “Fool for Love” by Sam Shephard. $12. 8 p.m.
Film
Clint Eastwood Retrospective, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. “Out of the Shadows, High Plains Drifter.” 2 p.m.
Art
Art Exhibit, University League Art Gallery, 171 Broadmead Street, Second Floor, Princeton, 609-430-1586. www.agnesseugnet.com. First day for “Agnes Seugnet,” an exhibit of original oils and pastels, giclee prints, and note cards by French artist Agnes Seugnet-Holzapfel. Inspired by the impressionist masters,she paints landscapes and seascapes of the places she likes most. Receptions from 4 to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, February 11, 4 to 6 p.m. On view through Monday, February 19. Call for schedule 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Art Exhibit, Artists’ Gallery, 32 Coryell Street, Lambertville, 609-397-4588. www.lambertvillearts.com. Opening reception for “Passions,” an exhibit featuring nudes, portraits, landscapes, sexy cars, and abstracts. Through March 4. Snowdate Saturday, February 17, 6 to 9 p.m. 6 to 9 p.m.
Dancing
English Country Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, Monument Drive, 609-924-6763. www.princetonol.com/groups/pcd. 8 p.m.
Literati
Second Saturday Poets, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Katrina Smith, author of “It Just Had to Be Heard.” Noon to 2 p.m.
Bobby Trigg, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. www.bn.com. Author of “The Ferry House Cookbook,” discusses cooking. Booksigning. 2 p.m.
Cool Women Poets, Princeton University Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. www.pustore.com. “Hot Poems by Cool Women.” CD release event. Free. 3 p.m.
Romantic Poetry, Barnes & Noble, 425 Marketplace Boulevard, Hamilton, 609-581-2523. Pasquale, also known as Pat Varallo, author of “Poems for a Beautiful Woman” reads and signs his book of romantic poems. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Night and Day, The Princeton Singers, Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, 866-846-sing. www.princetonsingers.org. Annual Valentine’s Day program with music from the Renaissance through contemporary favorites. $15. 7:30 p.m.
Strings Through the Ages, Riverside Symphonia, St. John the Evangelist Church, 44 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7300. www.riversidesymphonia.org. Antonio de Cristofano on piano is featured in works of Mozart, Chopin, Shostakovich, and Panufnik. $15 to $35. 8 p.m.
Folk Music
Tracy Grammer and Amy Speace, Concer
