In Town
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District offers PLC Workshops for parents of middle and high school students. To register for April session E-mail: wwp_plc@yahoo.com.
West Windsor Township Police Department has announced an upcoming Citizens’ Academy through the Community Policing Unit. The free, 10-week program includes classroom and practical exercises covering criminal and traffic law, DWI, domestic violence, criminal and accident investigations, and a two-hour ride along with an officer on patrol. Open to anyone 18 years of age or older who lives or works in West Windsor Township. Apply on line at www.westwindsorpolice.com under the community policing tab or pick up application at police headquarters, 20 Municipal Drive. Deadline is Wednesday, March 30.
Auditions
Princeton Festival announces chorus auditions for “Sweeney Todd,” on Saturday, March 12, and Wednesday, March 16. Rehearsals begin in May for July performances. These are paid positions. To schedule an appointment E-mail: chorus@princetonfestival.org.
Villagers Theater has auditions for Martin McDonah’s dramedy “A Skull in Connemara” on Tuesday and Thursday, March 1 and 3, 7:30 p.m. 415 DeMott Lane, Somerset. Three men and one woman with Irish accents are needed. Readings will be from the script. Visit www.villagerstheatre.com.
Art
The Arts Council of Princeton is accepting submissions for its 17th annual “Small Works” show on Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The juried exhibition is open to all artists, high school age and above, and encompasses painting, drawing, mixed media, printing, photography, clay, and sculpture. Works cannot exceed 15 inches in any dimension. Artists may submit up to three pieces at $10 entry fee per piece. All work must be for sale and ready to exhibit. Visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org for application or call Maria Evans at 609-924-8777.
Submissions
Arts Council of Princeton invites creative works of literature and art by students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Submissions may be in English or Spanish with a maximum of 700 words. Illustrations must be in black and white and no larger than 8.5 by 11 inches. Visit www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777.
Available
New Jersey State Council on the Arts offers apprenticeships grants for traditional folk arts. Stipends range from $1,”000 to $3,”000. Call 609-292-6130 for an application.
Princeton Center for Yoga and Health offers a martial arts program “Inspire” for children with special needs. The program begins on Wednesday, March 2. Call 609-924-7294 for information.
Howell Living History Farm is accepting applications for parent/child enrollment in its spring hatchery program. The 12-week program begins March 18. Children ages 3 to 5 may participate with a parent. Organizational meetings are Wednesday, February 23, 1 p.m., or Saturday, February 26, 1 p.m. Call Kathy Brilla at 609-737-3299 for information.
Volunteer
Central Jersey Dragon Boat Club seeks men, women, and young adult members for the 2005 season. Monthly meetings are at West Windsor Library on the first Wednesday of the month. On the water practice begins in April. E-mail princetondragoneer@verizon.net or call 732-329-0888 for information.
Princeton HealthCare System offers an eight-week volunteer training course for hospice program volunteers. Classes begin on Thursday, March 10, 5:30 p.m. at 208 Bunn Drive. Call Helaine Isaacs at 609-497-4959 for information and registration.
Donate Please
American Cancer Society Daffodil Days benefit offers advance orders for potted flowers, $10, and fresh-cut daffodil bunch with vase, $20. Daffodils may be sent through cyberspace at www.cancer.org/daffodils. Advance orders through February 25 with pick up March 15 to 18 at 3076 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville. Call 800-ACS-2345 for information or to place order.
Wild Oats Natural Marketplace requests prom dresses for girls who need them in order to attend prom. Dresses may be brought to Wild Oats, MarketFair, and Princeton YWCA. Deadline is Thursday, March 24. For information visit www.wildoats.com.
For Seniors
Assemblywoman Linda Greenstein urges eligible senior citizens and residents with disabilities in District 14 to apply for the 2004 Property Tax Reimbursement, also known as the senior citizen property tax freeze. Visit www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/index.html or call 800-882-6497.
Sports
New Jersey Bandits Football seeks spring football team players ages 17 and up. E-mail nj_bandits@yahoo.com or call 732-382-8894 for information.
GSBL Wood Bat League seeks players from 14 and up. Visit www.gardentstatebaseball.com or call 732-382-4610.
Men’s Adult Baseball League of New Jersey is admitting new individuals and teams for the spring, 2005 season. Individual players must be 18 and up. Visit www.amateurbaseballnj.com or call Dave Micallef at 973-699-8336.
