Friday
September 23
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Girls Soccer. Bordentown. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Tennis. Ewing. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Tennis. Robbinsville. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Volleyball. At Peddie. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Volleyball. Hunterdon Central. 5:30 p.m.
Drama
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Cole Porter musical comedy about socialite Tracy Lord’s romantic confusion. Jackie Laurence and C. Jameson Bradley, both of Quakertown, reprise the roles they played in Philip Barry’s “The Philadelphia Story” on which the musical is based. It was also Actors’ Net’s first production in 1996. Through October 9. $15. 8 p.m.
Bye Bye Birdie, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Musical. $16. 8 p.m.
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. World premiere of Christopher Durang’s new play about reincarnation. After hours party features live entertainment and a wine tasting $35 to $48. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Drama by Jeff Baron about a young corporate executive whose community service includes a weekly visit to the elderly dry cleaner he almost hit with his car. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
A Delicate Balance, Shakespeare ‘70, Don Evans Black Box Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. Edward Albee’s drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Buried Child, Theatre Intime, Frist Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-5155. Through Saturday, October 1. 8 p.m.
White Girls, Westminster Conservatory Actors Company, Williamson Hall, 609-921-2663. Cabaret featuring Paula and Tessa White accompanied by Nathan Brewer. Through songs and stories, the twin sisters, who appear to have little in common show that everyone is pretty much the same. Also Saturday, September 24, 8 p.m. $15. 8 p.m.
Art
Michael Maxwell, CAPPS, Mariboe Gallery, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Opening reception and gallery talk in conjunction with exhibit by artist Michael Maxwell, director of visual art at Peddie School. On view through October 14. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Science Lectures
Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, 609-734-8175. The School of Natural Sciences celebrates its 75th Anniversary with two days of lectures on string theory, cosmology, extra solar planets, genomic drug discovery, and the science and politics of managing human identity. Free. Also Saturday, September 24. 1:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Chamber Concert, Princeton Theological Seminary, Gambrell Room, Schiede Hall, 609-497-7890. Fiat Lux Chamber Players features piano quartets with works of Mozart, Schumann, and Mahler. Holly Chatham, piano; Patrick Wood, violin; Michael Nicholas, viola; and Ole Eirik Ree, Cello. $15. 7:30 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Walt Whitman Symposium, College of New Jersey, Kendall Hall, Ewing, 609-771-2368. Fred Hersch Ensemble presents Hersch’s original jazz composition, “Leaves of Grass.” Register. 8 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Courtyard Concert, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Trisha O’Keefe, Matt Duke, and Julia Othmer present a round robin of singer songwriter rock music. Concert moves indoor if rain threatens. $8. 7:30 p.m.
Pop Music
Carl Jenkins and X-Altation, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. True Servant Ministries. $25. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Dinner Dance, Signs of Sobriety, Doral Forrestal Conference Center, 100 College Road East, Plainsboro, 609-882-7877. Dinner, dancing, silent auction. Keynote speaker is Trix Bruce. $75. 6:30 p.m.
Dinner Dance, South Brunswick Library, East Brunswick Chateau, 678 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, 732-329-4000. Guest speaker at the event is Frank Delaney, author of “Ireland, a Novel,” a fictionalized history of his native Ireland. He has also written nine novels, one novella, and a number of short stories. Register. $50. 6:30 p.m.
Art Auction, Princeton YMCA, Educational Testing Services, Conant Hall, 609-497-9622. Third annual auction of fine art and a silent auction to benefit the scholarship fund. Hors d’oeuvres, wine, and dessert. Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Italian American Fair
Mercer County Park, 609-631-7544. First day of the sixth annual three-day community festival to showcase and preserve Italian-American culture. Music, dance, food, activities for children, rides, art, clothing, traditional Italian products, and memorabilia. Rain or shine. $1. Free parking. Through September 25. Noon to 10 p.m.
Gabriella Rea, an Italian singer, returns for her second appearance with a brand-new show, “Arriverderci a Roma,” featuring dancers from Italy at 8 p.m. on the Roma Bank Stage. Also performing are Jimmy Vincente and his orchestra and Stella Fruscione.
Faith
Chabad of the Windsors, 1686 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-448-9369. Shabbat dinner under the stars. Register. $18; $12. children 6:30 p.m.
Gospel Fellowship Church, 626 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-5637. Miracle Healing Crusade featuring Jeff Jansen, founder of Global Fire Ministries. Outdoors between the church and Fox Run. Indoors if it rains. Through September 25. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
Party Appetizers, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. Cheesy onion puffs, potato pillows, and mushroom bits. Register. $25. 7 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Trenton Gay and Lesbian Civic Association, Cafe Ole, 126 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-396-9788. Katie Sawicki. $5. 7:30 p.m.
Joe Bublewicz and Rick Colon, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. American Girl Party. Celebrate Josefina’s fiesta by dressing in a colorful skirt, white blouse, and shawl. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Movie Night, Windsor Chapel, 401 Village Road East, West Windsor, 609-799-2559. Activity night for students in grades six to twelve. Screening of “Napoleon Dynamite.” Free. 7 p.m.
Art
Vie Apres Mort, Nest, 2 Somerset Street (second floor of the Tomato Factory Antiques Center), Hopewell, 609-468-0083. Opening reception for an exhibit of reportage photography by West Windsor resident Jane Grecsek. Through October 9. Gallery hours: Tuesday through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. 5 to 8 p.m.
Singles
Yardley Singles, Generals Quarters, Mercer Airport, 215-736-1288. Drop-in. 9 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Golf Marathon, Cranbury Golf Club, 49 Southfield Road, West Windsor, 609-947-1304. 24-hour marathon of golf events to benefit victims of Hurricane Katrina include a Midnight Madness Golf Tournament, $15; and an evening Voodoo Night Golf Event, $40. Daylight tee times are $29 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.cranburygolf.com or call to schedule a tee time. Midnight.
Saturday
September 24
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Boys Soccer. Hillsborough. 11 a.m.
High School North Football. At Hamilton West. 11 a.m.
High School South Football. Allentown. Homecoming. Noon.
Drama
Bye Bye Birdie, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Musical. $16. 2 and 8 p.m.
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 3 and 8 p.m.
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Musical. $15. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Drama. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
A Delicate Balance, Shakespeare ‘70, Don Evans Black Box Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. Drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Buried Child, Theatre Intime, Frist Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-5155. 8 p.m.
White Girls, Westminster Conservatory Actors Company, Williamson Hall, 609-921-2663. Cabaret featuring Paula and Tessa White accompanied by Nathan Brewer. Through songs and stories, the twin sisters, who appear to have little in common show that everyone is pretty much the same. $15. 8 p.m.
Dinner Theater
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Omicron Theater Productions, Tiffany’s Restaurant, 812 Route 33, Hamilton, 609-443-5598. Dinner and interactive mystery. Reservations, $49. 7:30 p.m.
Art
Professor I-Hsiung Ju’s Painting Studio, 35 Sycamore Place, Kingston, 609-430-1887. Opening reception for an exhibition of Chinese brush paintings of bamboo, lotus, peonies, grape vines, geese, red-headed cranes, shrimps, rooster, and pandas, created by Ping-Hsian Chuan, Anna Tang Hu, Sun Chueh Kao, Kyung-Ah Kim, Linda Schultz, adn Yi Tier Yang. On view through October 9. 2 to 6 p.m.
Leaving the Canvas, Ellarslie, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalader Park, 609-989-3632. Reception for “Leaving the Canvas,” a shared show by Susan Hogan, Joan Needham, and Jen Signell. Lecture on Friday, October 14, 6 p.m. On view through November 6. 7 to 9 p.m.
Literati
Book Sale, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Monthly booksale benefit. Hardbacks $1, paperbacks $.50. Miscellaneous media, computer equipment, and art at bargain prices. $3 per bag on Sunday. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
First Editions 101, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. How to identify first editions and collectables. Register. Free. Noon.
Science Lectures
Institute for Advanced Study, Wolfensohn Hall, 609-734-8175. The School of Natural Sciences celebrates its 75th Anniversary with a lecture on string theory by Columbia University’s Brian Green. Free. 11 a.m.
Classical Music
Visiting Artists Series, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Pianist Chiu-Ling Lin presents a program of works by Mozart, Debussy, Ginastera, Chopin, and Schoenfield. She made her Carnegie Hall debut as the winner of the East and West Young Artist Auditions and has soloed with 14 orchestras. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Darla Rich Quintet, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Jazz vocals and dancing. $15 minimum. 7 p.m.
Good Causes
Benefit, Rita’s Water Ice, Mercer County, 609-918-1978. Half of their sales for the day will be donated to Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund. Locations are in East Windsor, Ewing, Lawrenceville, Mercerville, and Hamilton. The idea for the benefit was originated by Dayna Dickinson, a part-time employee in the Ewing store. Noon to 9 p.m.
Benefit for Animal Rescue Efforts, Rocky Top Dog Park, Route 27, Kingston, 732-297-6527. Visitor hours proceeds benefit Humane Society of the United States animal rescue efforts along the Gulf Coast. Dogs must be dog and people friendly. Owners must present shot records. Small dogs and puppies each have own fenced area. Children must be at least eight to enter fenced areas. www.rocktopdogpark.com. $10 per dog. Owner Gretchen Zimmer is a West Windsor resident. Also Sunday, September 25. Noon to 5 p.m.
Silent Auction, La Leche League of Lawrenceville, Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main Street, 609-883-6265. Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with refreshments, entertainment, and a silent auction. View items at www.llllsilentauction.com. The organization offers mother-to-mother support for nursing and expectant mothers. $5. 5 to 7 p.m.
Auto Show
Auto Show, Princeton Shopping Center, North Harrison Street, 609-921-6234. Antique Automobile Club of America auto show features cars from the 1920s through the 1970s. Live music with Burlington County College Jazz Ensemble at noon. Vehicles 25 years and older are eligible and there is no entry fee. Bring chair or blanket. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Italian American Festival
Mercer County Park, 609-631-7544. Headliners Danny & the Juniors (“At the Hop” and “Rock and Roll is Here to Stay”) and The Regents (“Barbara Ann” and “Runaround”) perform on the Roma Bank Stage at 8 p.m. Opening for them are the Musumecci Singers, young opera singers from Philadelphia. Fireworks after the show. On the stage at 3 p.m. Billy Kay and Rich Sette present Frank and Dean “Alive and Swinging.” They also perform in the cabaret tent at 7 p.m. Rain or shine. $1. Through September 25. Noon to 10 p.m.
Faith
Gospel Fellowship Church, 626 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-5637. Miracle Healing Crusade featuring Jeff Jansen, founder of Global Fire Ministries. Outdoors between the church and Fox Run. Indoors if it rains. Through September 25. 7 p.m.
Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. Havdallah, concert featuring the Klez Dispensers, followed by Selichot service. 8:45 p.m.
Food & Dining
Community Farmers’ Market, West Windsor Township, Vaughn Drive near the Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-577-5113. Organic herbs; grass-fed beef, pork and lamb; chicken, quail, and pheasant; organic and conventionally-grown vegetables including specialty Asian vegetables; flowers, pies, and bread. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Half Pint Club: Cookie Commotion, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. Lemon shortbread creature, chocolate pillow cookies, and thumbprint cookies for ages 8 to 12. Register. Free. 11 a.m.
GrazeFest at the Grove: A Celebration of Local Foods, Cherry Grove Farm, 3500 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-219-0053. Sample local produce, foods, and beverages to raise awareness about organic and grass-fed products. Hayrides, farm tours, live music, dancing, and educational programs. Pig roast, ice cream by the Bent Spoon, artisan breads from the Village Bakery, culinary dishes by Lawrenceville Inn, and produce from Terhune Orchards. Bluegrass music by John Carlini Quartet. $30. Noon to 5 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Cranbury First Aid Squad, 68 Maplewood Avenue, Cranbury, 800-448-3543. 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Comedy Clubs
Joe Bublewicz and Rick Colon, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spots
Todd Irwin and Mike Askin, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. 2 to 5 p.m.
Cafe Improv, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777. An open stage dedicated to live, home-grown performance where any kind of music poetry or performance is encouraged. $1 includes juice and snacks. 9 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
Autumn Leaves Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. Stories and craft. 11:30 a.m.
Children’s Design Workshop, Design Within Reach, 30 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-0899. Mollie Rose leads children ages 6 to 10 in the exploration of the concept of shelter, home, and furniture by designing and modeling their own shelters in beeswax. She is a teacher at the Waldorf School of Princeton. Shelter designs on exhibit through September 30. 1 p.m.
Apple Days
Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. Celebrate the apple harvest with a spotlight on pumpkins, gourds, and Indian corn. Pony rides, tractor-drawn and horse-drawn wagon rides, corn stalk maze, and displays in the machinery barn. Apple and pumpkin picking. Apple pies, donuts, muffins, and salads available. Also Sunday, September 25. $5. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What’s in Store
Anniversary Party, Oh No So Ho, Southfield Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-716-8106. Celebrate the first anniversary with the music of One-man Mowtown, Donny Love, and Scott Nanos. Refreshments from First Wok. Clearance sale. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For Families
Wagon Tours, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Horsedrawn wagon tours fields where farmers will be plowing or harrowing with horses and circa 1900 equipment. A wheelchair-accessible wagon is available. Free. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Corn Maze, the fundraising project of the Friends of Howell Farm, benefits restoration projects at the farm. This year’s maze covers more than four acres with two miles of pathways that form the image of a barn being raised. Children’s hay bale maze, barn raising exhibits, and a food tent in the courtyard. $7; $5 children. Noon to 6 p.m.
Community Camp Out
West Windsor Recreation and Parks, West Windsor Community Park, 609-799-6141. Family and neighbors join under the stars. Entertainment includes a DJ, games, movie, campfire, and sing along. Barbecue diner available. The event ends at 9 a.m. on Sunday with a free continental breakfast. Register. The cost is $35 per campsite. Rain date is Saturday, October 1. Pets are not permitted. Six people per campsite. 5 p.m.
Tents and sleeping bags are available for purchase or rental at Eastern Mountain Sports in MarketFair, 609-520-8310. Mention that you are with the West Windsor Recreation camp out.
Outdoor Action
Bus Tour of the Canal, Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission, Capitol Complex parking lot, Trenton, 908-722-7428. Bus tour along the feeder canal of the 44-mile waterway that connected Bordentown and New Brunswick. The canal, opened in 1834, was one of the most successful towpath canals in the country. Lunch in New Hope. Register. $50. 8:45 a.m.
Gall Haul, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, Hobler Park, Montgomery, 609-737-7592. Family program led by naturalist Rick Lear to discover the world of galls and gall makers. Register. Free. 9:30 a.m.
Learn to Row Weekend, Princeton National Rowing Association, Finn M. W. Caspersen Rowing Center, Mercer Lake, West Windsor, 609-799-7100. Adult rowing program for adults age 22 and older. Tour the training facility. The boathouse may be accessed from South Post Road, West Windsor. Also Sunday, September 25. 2 to 4 p.m.
Politics
Bus to Washington D.C., Coalition for Peace Action, 609-924-5022. Mass demonstration against War in Iraq. Register for bus at www.peacecoaliton.org or by phone. $50. p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Winepress restaurant parking lot, 4484 Route 27, Kingston, 609-896-1170. One hour walk along canal, followed by lunch. 10 a.m.
Jewish Singles of Mercer County, Tara Greens Golf Center, 1111 Somerset Street, Somerset. Pitch and putt golf followed by dinner at Banditos Margarita Factory. Register by E-mail: jewishsinglz@aol.com or visit www.mercerjewishsingles.org. $10 plus dinner. 4:30 p.m.
Princeton Unattached Jewish Adults, Princeton area home, 609-924-5204. Shabbat potluck dinner for Jewish singles over 40. Register. $5. 6 p.m.
Socials
The Princeton Hub, Princeton United Methodist Church, Vandeventer Avenue, 609-924-0781. Weekly gathering for adults with developmental disabilities or mental health challenges. Caribbean night. Free. 6:30 p.m.
Sports
Princeton Football, Princeton Stadium, 609-258-3538. San Diego. 1 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Feed the Children, Victory Worship Center, Chick-Fil-A, 130 North, Hamilton, 609-304-7800. Fourth annual 100-mile motorcycle run benefits recovery efforts of the citizens of the Gulf Coast. Free meals to all participants raising $100. www.getvictory.com. Register. $20 for one; $30 for two. 9 a.m.
Sunday
September 25
Dance
Reach for the Stars, Roxey Ballet, Canal Studios, 243 North Union Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7616, ext. 807. Auction and party with Mayor Larry Keller as the auctioneer. $12. 3 p.m.
Drama
Bye Bye Birdie, Kelsey Theater, MCCC, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Musical. $16. 2 p.m.
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. Discussion after matinee. $35 to $48. 2 and 7:30 p.m.
A Delicate Balance, Shakespeare ‘70, Don Evans Black Box Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. Edward Albee’s drama. $12. 2 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Drama. $23.75 to $25.25. 2:30 p.m.
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Musical. $15. 6 p.m.
Art
Garden State Watercolor Society, Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Road, Skillman, 609-921-3272. Watercolor demonstration and gallery talk by Marge Chavooshian. Free. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Literati
Book Sale, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Monthly booksale benefit. Hardbacks, paperbacks, miscellaneous media, computer equipment, and art at bargain prices. $3 per bag. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Classical Music
French Connections, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Violinist Denise Huizenga and pianist Phyllis Alpert Lehrer present works of Debussy, Leclair, Prokofieff, and Faure. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Faculty Recital Series, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Pianist Clipper Erickson in recital, “American Journey: Music of Three Centuries,” features Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue,” Crumb’s “A Little Suite for Christmas,” and pieces by Griffes, Barta, Finko, Copland, Waller, and Johnson. $10. 3 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Swingin’ the Benny Goodman Songbook, CAPPS, Mount-Burke Theater, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Classic jazz features jazz singer Terry Blaine on vocals, Mark Shane on piano, and Allan Vache on clarinet. $16. 2 p.m.
Good Causes
Benefit for Animal Rescue Efforts, Rocky Top Dog Park, Route 27, Kingston, 732-297-6527. See Saturday listing. www.rocktopdogpark.com. $10 per dog. Noon to 5 p.m.
Hurricane Relief, Thomas Sweet Outdoor Cinema, Palmer Square, Princeton, 609-924-7222. To celebrate 25 years of business in Princeton, prices are rolled back to $1 for single cups and $2 for double cups and blend-ins. 100 percent of the proceeds for hurricane relief. Rain or shine. Prizes include an ice cream party for 25 and gift certificates. Chocolates and ice cream for tastings. Music by the Spring Hill Band. 1 p.m.
The Epicurean Palette, Rat’s and Grounds for Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-584-7800. Fifth annual fundraiser hosted by Rat’s restaurant for Grounds for Sculpture featuring gourmet specialties of tri-state area restaurants and area wine distributors. $99. 4 to 7 p.m.
An Eden Evening on the Town, Eden Institute Foundation, Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart, Princeton, 609-987-0099. “A Night of Old World Cuisine” is an elegant dinner party prepared by the Professional Chefs Guild of Central New Jersey. Black tie. Music by Kenny I. Benefit for children and autism with autism. $225. 5 p.m.
Festival
Italian American Festival, Mercer County Park, 609-631-7544. Sunday performers include the Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra conducted by Fernando Raucci and featuring Ronald Naldi, Don Felice with Italian favorites, Sounds of Italy Mandolin Trio, and All that Jazz Dance Academy. Gabriella Rea, an Italian singer, returns with “Arriverderci a Roma” featuring dancers from Italy. Rain or shine. $1. Noon to 10 p.m.
Faith
Unitarian Universalist Church, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, 609-737-7149. William Gardiner, an anti-racism consultant for the Unitarian Universalist Association, presents a discussion about the challenges of living in a racist society. 9:15 a.m.
Open House, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. For prospective members. 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 6 p.m.
Gospel Fellowship Church, 626 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-5637. Miracle Healing Crusade featuring Jeff Jansen, founder of Global Fire Ministries. Outdoors between the church and Fox Run. Indoors if it rains. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Support Sight Seminar, Macu Vision Research Foundation, United Artists Theater, MarketFair, Route 1 South, West Windsor, 866-4MACULA. Educational seminary about macular degeneration features guest speakers Doctors Jeffrey Lipkowitz and Darma Ie of Delaware Valley Retina Associates. Guests include low-vision aid experts, occupational therapists, and those successfully living with the disease. www.mvrf.org. Free. 10 a.m. to noon.
Mother and Baby Shower, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Hyatt Regency, Carnegie Center, 609-497-4480. For families thinking about pregnancy, expecting, or already have children. Physicians and staff, maternity and infant fashion show, crafts for the kids, car seat safety check, and information about services in the area. Free. 1 to 4 p.m.
One Yoga Center, Royal Shopping Center, Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. Reiki level I training. Register. $175. 1:30 p.m.
For Families
Apple Days, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. Celebrate the apple harvest with a spotlight on pumpkins, gourds, and Indian corn. Pony rides, tractor-drawn and horse-drawn wagon rides, corn stalk maze, and displays in the machinery barn. Apple and pumpkin picking. Apple pies, donuts, muffins, and salads available. $5. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Corn Maze, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. $7; $5 children. Noon to 6 p.m.
Lipizzaner Stallions, Sovereign Bank Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton, 609-520-8383. Two shows by Austria’s famed dancing white stallions, the Lipizzaners. The 400-year-old tradition of equine ballet harkens back to a time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty. $23.50 to $28.50. 2 and 6 p.m.
Family Theater
Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. Physical comedy, dance, juggling, and creative inventions presented by Fred Garbo and Daielma Santos. $15. 2 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Indigenous Native Americans of New Jersey, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Jim Wade, former archivist and researcher with the New Jersey State Museum, discuses the indigenous cultures that inhabited the state before and immediately following European contact. A focus will be on the activities of community hunting, village life, and autumn religious practices. Slide show and artifacts. Register. Free. 1:30 p.m.
Learn to Row Weekend, Princeton National Rowing Association, Finn M. W. Caspersen Rowing Center, Mercer Lake, West Windsor, 609-799-7100. Adult rowing program for adults age 22 and older. Tour the training facility. The boathouse may be accessed from South Post Road, West Windsor. 2 to 4 p.m.
Socials
Kingston Women’s Chorus, Kingston United Methodist Church, Church Street, Kingston, 609-851-9245. Open sing is a no-strings opportunity for women who love to sing to do just that. No experience necessary. Audition not required. $5 donation. 7 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Bike Tour, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, River Horse Brewery, Lambertville, 732-660-1005. Hops to Pops is a 40-mile ride through the rolling hills of Amwell Valley followed by a lunch with beer sampling. Register. $25 registration fee plus minimum pledge amount of $150. 8 a.m.
Benefit Walk, Zonta Club of Trenton, Veteran’s Park, Hamilton, 609-443-4236. Fifth annual R.A.V.E. (Rape and Violence Eradication) walk with proceeds to benefit Womanspace Domestic Violence Response Teams in Mercer county. Register. 10 a.m.
Monday
September 26
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Field Hockey. At Hun School. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Volleyball. At North Hunterdon. 5:30 p.m.
High School South Girls Volleyball. Hillsborough. 5:30 p.m.
Literati
Plainsboro Literary Group, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Plainsboro Literary Group monthly read. Selections should be 10-15 minutes in length, starts 6:30 p.m. with nibbles and conversation, readings at 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Pamela Chambers and Robin Parker, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. Authors of “The Anti-Racist Cookbook: A Recipe Guide for Conversations about Race that Go Beyond Covered Dishes and Kum-Bah-Ya” lead a discussion about their book. 7 p.m.
Princeton University Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. Sharona Muir reads and signs copies of “The Book of Telling.” After learning that her father had been a member of a top-secret group of scientists called Hemmed which made weapons for Israel’s War of Independence, she traveled to Israel to meet her late father’s colleagues. Free. 7 p.m.
Classical Music
Hopewell Valley Chorus, Hopewell Valley High School, 259 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, 609-737-2438. Holiday concert rehearsal. Last day for unauditioned membership. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
Too Many Tomatoes?, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. Capellini with uncooked tomato sauce, tomato and parsley salad, and green gazpacho. Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
RWJ University Hospital Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quaker Bridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Education seminar features tips on how to sign up for Medicare’s new prescription drug coverage. Free. 10 a.m.
Womansafe: Empowerment Through Education, Tiger Schulmann’s Karate Center, 103 Mercer Mall, Lawrenceville, 609-240-0011. Safety seminary for women includes an informative safety lecture followed by a hands-on self-defense workshop taught by a certified black belt instructor. Register. Free. 8 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Moving Stories, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
Lectures
Lower Your Utility Bills, Plainsboro Recreation, Municipal Complex, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-0909. Seema Singh, New Jersey Ratepayer advocate, presents energy conservation tips. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
In the Schools
Back to School Night, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, 609-716-5000. Grade five. 7:30 p.m.
For Seniors
West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. West Windsor Retirees presents Dianne Gerofski, Mercer County Probate Surrogate. 10 a.m.
West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Movie: “The Upside of Anger.” 1 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Golf & Tennis Outing, St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton Country Club, Sullivan Way, Trenton, 609-599-5659. Register. Individual golfers, $300 and $350; individual tennis, $150. 8 a.m.
Tuesday
September 27
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Boys Soccer. At Hamilton West. 4 p.m.
High School North Field Hockey. At Ewing, at Armstrong Field. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Soccer. Hamilton West. 4 p.m.
High School South Field Hockey. At Allentown. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Soccer. At Hightstown. 4 p.m.
High School South Boys Soccer. Hightstown, at Mercer County Community College. 7:30 p.m.
Drama
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Christine Whitman:
It’s Her Party, Too
Writers Talking Series, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. Lecture and booksigning by Christine Todd Whitman, the former governor of New Jersey and author of “It’s My Party, Too: The Battle for the Heart of the GOP” and “Future of America.” A percentage of sales of books purchased at the event will be donated to Princeton Public Library. 7:30 p.m.
Outdoor Concerts
Concerts on the Landing, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. Music, food, and ice cream. 11:30 a.m.
Women’s Issues
Planned Parenthood of Mercer Area, Princeton Public Library, 609-599-4881. Representatives from Africa speak about their collaboration. 7 p.m.
Faith
Cooking Around the World, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. West Indian cooking by Chandaye Pastman. Register. $15. 10:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Diversity, Princeton Healthcare System Foundation, Princeton Fitness and Wellness Center, Route 206, 609-497-4480. “Diversity Issues for the Health Care Professional” to explore cultural and ethnic differences in how providers deliver care to patients. Register. $65. 8:30 a.m.
Global Partners, Planned Parenthood of Mercer Area, Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School, 609-599-4881. Panel discussion “The Power and Promise of International Family Planning,” highlighting reproductive issues facing South Africa and how they are impacted by the policies of the United States. Reception featuring South African hors d’oeuvres follows. 6:30 p.m.
Ruth A. Golush, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 348, Plainsboro, 609-426-9693. Chi Kung. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Fitness Yoga for Golfers, Four Winds Yoga, 114 West Franklin Avenue, Pennington, 609-818-9888. Michael Brantl leads class weekly through November 1. Register. $90. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. Storytime features Laura Numeroff’s new book, “If You Give a Pig a Party.” 10 a.m.
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
Politics
Mercer County Green Party, Lawrence Library, Route 1 & Darrah Lane, Lawrenceville, 609-393-4349. Meeting. Open to the public. 7:30 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Elks Club, Route 518, Blawenberg, 609-275-5180. Lunch for ages 55-plus. Register. $4. Noon.
Wednesday
September 28
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Girls Volleyball. South. 5:30 p.m.
High School South Girls Volleyball. At North. 5:30 p.m.
Drama
Dramatists Workshop Series, CAPPS, Mariboe Gallery, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Staged reading of “The Annals of Eelin-OK” by Jeffrey Ford, and “South Beach” by Peter Gary Brav. Post performance discussion. Register. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Susan Crites Price, Princeton Area Community Foundation, Nassau Club, Princeton, 609-219-1800. Author of “The Giving Family” leads a discussion on teaching children the habit of giving and volunteering. Her book is a how-to guide for parents that highlights the importance of exposing kids to philanthropy and volunteerism, and includes age-appropriate examples, tips, and resources. www.pacf.org. Register. 5 p.m.
Food & Dining
Positively Vegetables, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. Vegetable strudels, stuffed peppers, salad rolls, and veggie torta. Register. $25. 11 a.m.
Gardens
Orchids, Central Jersey Orchid Society, Lawrence Library, Route 1 and Darrah Lane, Lawrenceville, 609-252-5553. Ed Weber presents “Dendrobium Diversity.” 7:30 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Autism, Friends’ Health Connection, RWJ Hamilton Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 800-483-7436. “A True Story of Autism, Early Intervention, and Recovery” presented by Christina Adams. Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
Schools
Open House, University League Nursery School, 171 Broadmead Street, 609-924-3137. Cooperative nursery school. 4 p.m.
In the Schools
Back to School Night, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, 609-716-5000. Grade six. 7 p.m.
Thursday
September 29
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Field Hockey. Lawrence High School. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Soccer. Notre Dame, at Zimmer Field. 4 p.m.
High School South Boys Soccer. Steinert. 4 p.m.
High School South Field Hockey. Notre Dame. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Soccer. At Steinert. 4 p.m.
High School North Boys Soccer. Notre Dame, at Mercer County College. 5:30 p.m.
Drama
A Delicate Balance, Shakespeare ‘70, Don Evans Black Box Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. Edward Albee’s drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Buried Child, Theatre Intime, Frist Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-5155. 8 p.m.
Art
Gallery Talk, Rider University Art Gallery, Sweigert Hall Auditorium, Rider University, 609-895-5588. John Goodyear presents a gallery talk in conjunction with his exhibit, “The Elemental Series,” on view through October 20. 7 p.m.
Literati
Einstein Book, Princeton University Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. John Stachel reads and signs copies of “Einstein’s Miraculous Year: Five Papers that Changed the Face of Physics.” Free. 7 p.m.
Pop Music
Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street, 609-921-0181. The Hullabahoos join the Princeton University Tigerlilies women’s a cappella group in a concert to benefit the Trenton Children’s chorus. $10. 8 p.m.
Ruben Stoddard, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. American Idol’s Ruben Stoddard. Originally scheduled for September 23. $25 to $38. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Walk New Jersey, Cancer Care, Mercer County Park West Picnic Area, 609-924-8752. The one to five mile walk benefits Cancer Care’s free support services for people with cancer and their families. Music, entertainment, food, and door prizes. West Windsor Mayor Shing-Fu Hsueh cuts the starting ribbon at 5:30 p.m. Register at www.walknj.org. 4:30 p.m.
Faith
Bible Seminar and Praise Music Celebration, Church of St. David the King, 1 New Village Road, West Windsor, 609-275-7111. Mike Dennehy and his contemporary band return to the church with praise music. Bob Bursley presents “Dust Off Your Bible,” a seminar investigating the books of the Bible and praying using scriptures. Refreshments and the opportunity to sign up for Bible studies. Bring your Bible or borrow one. 7 p.m.
Gardens
Master Gardener Training Program, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, 930 Spruce Street, Trenton, 609-989-6830. First day of 60-hour program. Register. 9:30 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, University Medical Center at Princeton, 253 Witherspoon Street, 609-497-4366. Walk-ins welcome. Also open Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.; and Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Hot Spots
Frank Thewes, Melissa Chill, and Clayton Colwell, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Lapsit Nursery Rhyme Time, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, West Windsor, 609-716-1570. For ages 2 to 4. 11:30 a.m.
Skateboard Club, Mercer County 4-H, 930 Spruce Street, Trenton, 609-989-6833. First meeting for boys and girls, fourth grade and up, beginners to advanced. Parents are invited to the first meeting. Skating lessons will be held at area skate parks during the year. 7 p.m.
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 7 p.m.
In the Schools
Back to School Night, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, 609-716-5000. Grades seven and eight. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Project Wild, Middlesex County 4-H, 42 Riva Avenue, South Brunswick, 732-745-3446. Environmental education program presented by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Register. $25. 9 a.m.
Distinguished Lecture Series, Mercer County College, Communications Building, Room 110, 609-586-4800. “A Mission with Doctors without Borders, the Experiences of an American Pediatrician in Darfur” presented by Dr. Jerry S. Ehrlich. He is a pediatrician in Cherry Hill. Free. Noon.
Singles
Separated and Divorced Support Group, Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Louellen Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-0758. Non-denominational. 7:30 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Golf & Tennis Outing, Jewish Community Center of the Delaware Valley, Greenacres Country Club, Lawrenceville, 609-883-9550. Brunch at 11 a.m., shotgun at 12:30 p.m., cocktail and awards reception at 5:30 p.m. Preregister. $275, golf and party; $150, tennis and party; $100, party only. 11 a.m.
Friday
September 30
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Girls Tennis. At Nottingham, at Vets Park. 4 p.m.
High School South Field Hockey. At Stuart Country Day. 4 p.m.
High School South Girls Tennis. At Princeton. 4 p.m.
High School North Girls Volleyball. At Peddie. 4:15 p.m.
High School South Football. Hightstown. 7 p.m.
Drama
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Musical. $15. 8 p.m.
Cheaper by the Dozen, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Comedy about an efficiency expert applying his theories to raise his large family. David Szemis of West Windsor plays the part of Bill. Defne Ildiz of Plainsboro plays Lillian. Through October 9. $12. 8 p.m.
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Drama. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
Buried Child, Theatre Intime, Frist Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-5155. 8 p.m.
Dinner Theater
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater, Omicron Theater Productions, Tiffany’s Restaurant, 812 Route 33, Hamilton, 609-443-5598. Dinner and interactive mystery. Reservations, $49. 7:30 p.m.
Art
Artist Lecture Series, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-586-0616. Carole A. Feuerman presents a gallery talk and book signing in conjunction with “Zeus and Hera II,” a cast bronze and aluminum sculpture recently added to the sculpture park. Her book, “Carole A. Feuerman, Sculpture,” is available for booksigning following the lecture. 7 p.m.
Dancing
Lambertville Country Dancers, St. Andrew’s Church, 50 York Street, Lambertville, 215-348-8471. English country dance. $8. 8 p.m.
Literati
Bernard Maclaverty, The Fund for Irish Studies, Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1742. Novelist and short story writer reads from his work. Free. 4:30 p.m.
McCarter Live at the Library, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. Ruben Santiago-Hudon, director of “Gem of the Ocean” by August Wilson. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Symphonic Dances, NJSO, War Memorial, Trenton, 800-ALLEGRO. Neeme Jarvi conducts in his inaugural season as music director. Champagne toast at the conclusion of concert and guest book in lobby for the audience to offer well wishes. $20 to $75. 8 p.m.
World Music
Tien-Huicani, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. Music from Mexican, Central and South America. $20 to $35. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Pig Roast, Rider University, Campus Mall, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5377. To benefit book awards, scholarships, and enrichment programs for Rider’s educational opportunity program students. Sandwiches, full dinners, chicken, and side dishes available, $5 to $10. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In the Pink, Breast Cancer Resource Center, Westin at Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-497-2100. Reception, silent and live auctions, ribbon-cutting ceremony, and fashion show. Business attire with a hint of pink. Register. $60. 6 p.m.
Guardian Angel Dinner Dance, Catholic Charities, Hyatt Regency Princeton, 609-394-5181. To benefit Catholic Charities USA, a first responder for Hurricane Katrina victims. $175. 6 p.m.
Awards Gala, Community Action Service Center, Ramada Inn, Monmouth Street, East Windsor, 609-443-4464. Honorees include The Peddie School, Hightstown Borough Police, and McGraw-Hill Companies. $75. 6 p.m.
Celebration Gala, West Windsor-Plainsboro Education Foundation, Doral Forrestal, 100 College Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5014. 10th anniversary gala honors volunteers who have made significant contributions to the WW-P schools in the past 10 years. Honorees include Patrick and Elizabeth Boyle, Lloyd George, Rose Miller, Lynn Morris, and Dr. Steven Smith. Dinner, dancing, silent auction, and music by the Billy Hill Band. Register by e-mail at gala@wwpef.org. $95. 7 p.m.
Family Night
Family and Senior Citizen Fun Night, High School South Football, High School South Football Stadium, Clarksville Road, 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. Evening of football as the Pirates take on the Hightstown Rams. Kids receive free admission, activities, and Pirate treasures. Senior citizens receive free admission and a 2005 game book. Adults $3. Wear green and gold. Food and beverages available for purchase. 7 p.m.
Food & Dining
Perfect Pies, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. Pie crusts include cookie, short dough, and flaky, filled with macadamia coconut, cranberry apple, and chocolate chiffon. Register. $35. 7 p.m.
Hot Spots
Carol Heffler Trio, Trenton Marriott, Lafayette Street, Trenton, 609-421-4000. Carol Heffler, vocals; Jim Ridl, piano; and Steve Varner, bass. 5 to 9 p.m.
Ben Arnold, Triumph Brewing Company, 138 Nassau Street, 609-924-7855. 9 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Trenton Gay and Lesbian Civic Association, Cafe Ole, 126 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-396-9788. Ron Morris. $5. 7:30 p.m.
Mike Egan and Paul Lyons, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Family Theater
The Brave Little Tailor, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Geared for audiences ages 2 1/2 to 7. $4. 10 a.m.
Lectures
Condoleezza Rice, Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School, Bowl 001, Robertson Hall, 609-258-3000. U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice presents keynote speech to kick off the 75th anniversary year of the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. Rice was national security adviser to George W. Bush during his first term. 6 p.m.
For Seniors
West Windsor Senior Center, Brunswick Zone, Route 130, East Windsor, 609-799-9068. Bowling party. Free with registration. 1 p.m.
Saturday
October 1
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Boys Soccer. Rancocas. 11 a.m.
High School South Boys Soccer. At Shawnee. 11 a.m.
High School North Football. Nottingham. Noon.
Dance
The Outlet, YWCA Princeton, Yvonne Theater at Rider University, 609-497-2100. Choreography showcase featuring emerging female choreographers including Mary Barton, Susan Bienczycka, Jennifer Bourgeault, Jamuna Dasi, Shannon Dooling, S. Jean Lee, Kristin McClintock-LeBeau, Kelly Sortino, and Theresa Strayer. $20. 8 p.m.
Drama
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 3 and 8 p.m.
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Musical. $15. 8 p.m.
Cheaper by the Dozen, Kelsey Theater, MCCC, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Comedy. $12. 8 p.m.
Visiting Mr. Green, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Drama. Final performance. $23.75 to $25.25. 8 p.m.
A Delicate Balance, Shakespeare ‘70, Don Evans Black Box Theater, College of New Jersey, Ewing, 609-882-5979. Drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Buried Child, Theatre Intime, Frist Theater, Princeton University, 609-258-5155. 8 p.m.
Art
The Williams Gallery, 6 Olden Lane, 609-921-1142. First day of exhibit “Trembling Then & Now,” paintings and lithographs by Reva Urban reflecting subject matter and styles in art that are of relevance today. They were completed during a fellowship in 1962 following the first of three episodes of Hodgkin disease. Through November 1. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Vessels, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-586-0616. Opening reception for “Vessels” featuring sculptures by Rory Mahon and Catherine Perry. In the Toad Hall Shop and Gallery through December 30. 2 to 4 p.m.
The Listening Eye, Gallery at Mercer County College, Communications Center, 609-586-4800, ext. 3589. Opening reception for “The Listening Eye,” works by Ellen Hackl-Fagan, Chris Harford, and Julian Kernes. Gallery talk Wednesday, October 19, 7 p.m. On view through October 28. 3 to 6 p.m.
Dancing
Central Jersey Dance Society, Unitarian Church, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-945-1883. Hustle lessons with Diane Nardone followed by open dancing. $11. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Guild for Early Music Festival, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. Debut festival features performances and demonstrations of historical instruments. Music by Armonia, Engelchor Consort, La Spirita, Col Legno, Gloria Consort, Practitioners of Musick, Mostly Motets, and Princeton Recorder Society. Sue Dupre with English Country dance 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A Reunion Concert, Boheme Opera, Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, 609-581-7200. Production features opera, Italian folk songs, Broadway, and the Bocelli Songbook. $25 to $40. 8 p.m.
Trio Voronezh, CAPPS, Mount-Burke Theater, Peddie School, Hightstown, 609-490-7550. Their repertoire ranges from classical works of Bach, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, and Schubert, to Russian folk music, and popular tunes. $20. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Tony Mennella and the Matinee Trio, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. Jazz vocals and dancing. $15 minimum. 7 p.m.
World Music
Indie Music Night, Griggstown Pavilion, 373 Bunkerhill Road, Princeton, 609-672-1813. An evening of singers and songwriters. Free. 6 p.m.
Los Lobos, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Grammy Award winners known for their 1987 version of Richie Valens’ “La Bamba,” they present rock, R&B, Tex-Mex, blues, and traditional Spanish and Mexican influences. $32 to $40. 8:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Flea Market, West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South, Clarksville Road, West Windsor, 609-275-5569. Annual benefit to support scholarship programs, Post Prom, school clubs, and PTSA activities. New and used merchandise, area businesses and community organizations, and school clubs. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Refreshments will be sold by class officers and advisors. Vendor spaces still available for $15 per space. Application forms are available at the high school.
United Negro College Fund, Jasna Polana, Princeton, 609-275-0566. Sixth annual fundraiser. $150. 12:30 p.m.
Celebration of Mahatma Gandhi’s Life, Association of Indians in America, Carl Fields Center, 86 Olden Street, Princeton, 609-466-5995. Keynote speakers are Robert Holmes, professor of philosophy at the University of Rochester, and Gyan Prakash, professor of history at Princeton University. www.aia-sj.org. Free. 3 to 6 p.m.
Down Memory Lane, Interfaith Caregivers Trenton, Giovi’s restaurant, Route 130 North, Yardville. Dinner and entertainment showcasing the 1970s. www.interfaithcaregiverstrenton.org. $45. 5 p.m.
Watershed Fest, Stony Brook Millstone Watershed, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-3735. 30th annual WatershedFest “A River Runs Through…”, is under a tent on the 785-acre Hopewell Township nature preserve. The gala benefit features a silent auction followed by dinner and a live auction. $165. 5 p.m.
Fairs
Fun Festival and Flea Market, Old Mill Hill Society, Mill Hill Park, Trenton. Live music, storytelling, sack races, games and crafts for children, scarecrow making, chili contest, pie-eating contest, refreshments, and a neighborhood yard sale. Admission, parking, and activities are free. www.oldmillsociety.org. Raindate is Sunday, October 2. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Food & Dining
Community Farmers’ Market, West Windsor Township, Vaughn Drive near the Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-577-5113. Organic herbs; grass-fed beef, pork and lamb; chicken, quail, and pheasant; organic and conventionally-grown vegetables including specialty Asian vegetables; flowers, pies, and bread. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
History
Anniversary House Tour, Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society, 6 South Main Street, 609-395-6871. Tour six prestigious private residences that reflect the character and charm of Cranbury. Refreshments, gallery exhibits, museum, and church tours. Lunch prepared and served by Friends of the Cranbury Public Library. Tour, $25. Luncheon, $10. 10 a.m.
Brearley House Tour, Lawrence Historical Society, Meadow Lane, Lawrenceville, 609-895-1728. Tour an eight-room Georgian style brick farmhouse. Free. 10 a.m. to noon.
Comedy Clubs
Mike Egan and Paul Lyons, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018. Comedy. Reservation. $15. 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Stories Alive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. 10:30 a.m.
For Families
Pumpkin and Indian Corn Harvesting, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. Pumpkin and Indian corn harvesting. Free. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Mercer County Touch-A-Truck, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-599-9500. Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fall Harvest Festivals, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. Family fun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Corn Maze, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. $7; $5 children. Noon to 6 p.m.
Oktoberfest Family Fest, Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Road, Skillman, 609-921-3272. German music, dancing, costumes, gift items, food, beer, and wine. Hay rides, magicians, balloon animals, children’s theater, craft and art vendors, and art activities. $10 adults; $5 for ages 10 to 20; free for under 9. Noon to 6:30 p.m.
Family Theater
The Brave Little Tailor, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. Geared for young audiences ages 2 1/2 to 7. $4. 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Pinocchio, Kelsey Theater, MCCC, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Musical comedy presented by Kaleidoscope Theater. $8. 2 and 4 p.m.
Lectures
Native Americans in Plainsboro, Plainsboro Historical Society, Plainsboro Municipal Building, 609-799-9040. Jim Wade presents “Who’s Been Living in Your Backyard?” Free. 7:30 p.m. See story page 33.
What’s in Store
White Elephant Sale, Auxiliary of the University Medical Center at Princeton, Princeton Airport, Route 206, Montgomery, 609-497-4069. 86th annual sale to benefit the Medical Center at Princeton. Also, Sunday, October 2. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For Seniors
Plan for the Future Day, Princeton Senior Resource Center, Suzanne Patterson Center, 609-924-7108. Full-day workshop features advise on making sound legal and financial decisions, maintaining independence in the community, and activities during the retirement years. Breakfast and lunch. Register. $35. 9 a.m.
Sports
Princeton Football, Princeton Stadium, 609-258-3538. Columbia. 1 p.m.
Sports for Causes
5k and Fun Run, Parkinson Alliance, 101 Carnegie Center Parking Lot, 609-631-9211. Walkers and families are welcome, as well as runners. Rain or shine. Register online at www.parkinsonalliance.org or E-mail fennelly@fennelly.com. $12 to $22. 7:30 a.m.
Sunday
October 2
Drama
Cheaper by the Dozen, Kelsey Theater, MCCC, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-584-9444. Comedy. $12. 2 p.m.
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 2 and 7:30 p.m.
High Society, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. Musical. $15. 6 p.m.
Art
Coryell Gallery, 8 Coryell Street, Lambertville, 609-397-0804. Opening reception for the Annual Fall Exhibition featuring artists Mike Filipiak with pastels and Charles Ross with watercolors. On view to November 13. 3 to 6 p.m.
Dancing
Master Ballet Class, Princeton Dance and Theater Studio, 116 Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-514-1600. Ethan Stiefel, principal dancer of American Ballet Theater and artistic director of Ballet Pacifica, presents a master class geared to advanced, semi-professional and professional dancers. Register. $30. 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Classical Music
American Boychoir, Nassau Presbyterian Church, Princeton, 888-BOYCHOIR. Concert by the concert choir. 11 a.m.
Duo Piano, Westminster Choir College, Bristol Chapel, 609-921-2663. Lillian Livingston and Ingrid Clarfield, Westminster piano faculty, will be joined by their colleagues in a recital featuring works for two pianos. World premier of Filaments by area composer, Laurie Altman, who will perform with his wife, Jeannine Hummel, Clarfield, and Livingston. $15. 3 p.m.
Mark Laycock’s 20th Anniversary Tribute, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, 609-497-0020. Concert program includes Wagner’s “The Ride of the Valkyries,” Pierne’s “Cydalise et Le Chevre-pied,” and Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. $15 to $60. 4 p.m.
Pre-concert lecture by Mark Miller free to all ticket holders at 3 p.m. Former producer and host of “Music Room” on WWFM classical radio, he is a classical music lecturer and a writer and reviewer for Classical NJ Society magazine.
Good Causes
Katrina Relief, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. Beginner/mixed-level class at 1 p.m. with Debra Leong. Vinyasa flow class with Celia Coronel at 2:30 p.m. $15 donation for the American Red Cross. 1 p.m.
Fairs
Irish Music Festival, Ancient Order of Hibernians, 2419 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-586-5982. Entertainment by the Bogside Rouges, AOH Division 1 Pipe Band, Denogla School of Irish Dance, Eamonn Ryan Band, and McHugh Company. Pony rides, face painting, and step dancing workshop. Rain or shine. $8. 1 to 10 p.m.
Faith
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 6 p.m.
Food & Dining
All About Wheat, New Jersey Museum of Agriculture, College Farm Road and Route 1, North Brunswick, 732-249-2077. Seminar on wheat. $4. Noon to 3 p.m.
Slow Food All Bird Barbecue, Slow Food Central New Jersey, Griggstown Quail Farm, 908-359-5375. Second annual gourmet-style feast with foods from the farm featuring roast pheasant, rotisserie roasted poussin, free range chicken, quail, duck, fresh vegetables, pasta, and homemade pies. Bring your own wine or beer. www.griggstownquailfarm.com. $35. 1 to 5 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 800-448-3543. 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
One Yoga Center, Royal Shopping Center, Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. Power Yoga intensive. Register. $35. 1 p.m.
History
Baseball, Trenton Historical Society, Babe Ruth Field, Cadwalader Park, Stuyvesant Avenue, Trenton, 609-396-4478. Flemington Neshanock plays the New York Mutuals play vintage baseball. Brad Shaw presents Ernest Lawrence Thayer’s poem, “Casey at the Bat” and gives a brief talk on the history of baseball. The first baseball game in Trenton was probably played in 1863 by Civil War soldiers. Bring a blanket and picnic. Free. 1 p.m.
Plainsboro Museum, Wicoff House, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-9040. 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.
Kids Stuff
Open House, Middlesex County 4-H, 645 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, 732-745-3446. Information, displays, and booths about the focus of each club involved in the 4-H. 1 to 4 p.m.
For Families
Fall Harvest Festivals, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310. Family fun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Corn Maze, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. $7; $5 children. Noon to 6 p.m.
Politics
Mission Against Terror, Global Cinema Cafe, Carl A. Fields Center, Olden & Prospect Avenue, 609-924-0455. Screening of documentary showing historical footage of terrorism against Cuba. Stephen Paulmier, a community activist from the Germantown section of Philadelphia, speaks about visits with Rene Gonzales, one of the Cuban Five. Free. 4 p.m.
Schools
Open House, Solebury School, Phillips Mill Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania, 215-862-5261. Register. 2 p.m.
Open House, Peddie School, South Main Street, Hightstown, 609-490-7501. Admission panel presentation and campus tours at the co-ed boarding and day school for grades 8 through 12, plus post-graduate. 1 p.m.
What’s in Store
White Elephant Sale, Auxiliary of the University Medical Center at Princeton, Princeton Airport, Route 206, Montgomery, 609-497-4069. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Socials
Adult Chess Club, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Founding meeting to establish a chess program for advanced players. Free. 3 p.m.
Sports for Causes
5K Run, West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North Student Council, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-3500, ext. 139. Benefit for Hurricane Katrina relief. The run starts at the school and makes a loop along Grovers Mill Road to the Estates at Grovers Mill. $10 per runner. Prizes to the top three males and females in each age division. Visit www.northstudentcouncil.com for information. 9 a.m.
Monday
October 3
Rosh Hashanah. Begins at sunset.
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
High School North Girls Volleyball. Hackettstown. 5:30 p.m.
High School South Girls Volleyball. At North Hunterdon. 5:30 p.m.
Literati
Princeton University Store, 36 University Place, 609-921-8500. James T. Patterson reads and signs copies of “Restless Giant: The United States from Watergate to Bush vs. Gore.” Professor of history emeritus at Brown University, Patterson is a historian of contemporary America. Free. 7 p.m.
Rosh Hashanah
Princeton University Center for Jewish Life, 609-258-3635. Rosh Hashanah services: Orthodox at Center for Jewish Life, 70 Washington Road, 6:15 p.m.; Reform at Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street, 7:15 p.m.; Conservative at Richardson Auditorium, 7:15 p.m. 6:15 p.m.
Chabad of the Windsors, Mercer College, Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-448-9369. Rosh Hashanah evening service. This is the first year for services in the new Conference Center. Unaffiliated Jewish families welcome. 7 p.m.
String of Pearls, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, 609-683-8787. Erev Rosh Hashanah services. 8 p.m.
Tuesday
October 4
Rosh Hashanah.
Municipal Meetings
Friends of West Windsor Open Space, Municipal Building, 609-799-4868. Meeting. Website: www.fowwos.org. 7:30 p.m.
Drama
Miss Witherspoon, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. Drama. $35 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Rosh Hashanah
Princeton University Center for Jewish Life, 609-258-3635. Rosh Hashanah servic
