Friday May 11
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North Softball. At Lawrenceville. 4 p.m.
South Boys Lacrosse. At Hun. 4 p.m.
South Girls Lacrosse. Robbinsville. 4 p.m.
South Softball. At Peddie. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Holmdel. 4 p.m.
Drama
The Full Monty, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. www.theacademytheatre.com. Musical adapted from the 1997 film features six out-of-work men who organize a strip act to supplement their income. For mature audiences. Through May 26. $25. 8 p.m.
Macbeth, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Shakespeare’s tale of power and revenge. $15. 8 p.m.
Children of Eden, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. Assistive listening devices available. $18. 8 p.m.
Lust ‘n Rust, the Trailer Park Musical, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.net. Musical comedy. $16. 8 p.m.
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. 8 p.m.
The Goodbye Girl, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. Neil Simon’s romantic comedy, paired with music by Marvin Hamlisch, is based on the movie. A single mother, her daughter, and an actor share an apartment. Through June 2. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
The Deacons, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. World premiere of drama by Yusef Komunyakaa commissioned and developed by Passage features the story of two men who served in the underground civil rights militia known as the Deacons for Defense. $25. 8 p.m.
Comedy Idols, Patriot Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. www.thewarmemorial.com. Josh Blue, Michele Balan, and Roz from NBC’s Last Comic Standing. $22 to $35. 8 p.m.
Hospitality Suite, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Through May 26. $12. 8 p.m.
Film
Human Rights Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. “Crossing Arizona,” noon; “The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil,” 2 p.m.; “Street Witness,” 3:30 p.m.; and “The Last Graduation: The Rise and Fall of College Programs in Prison,” 5:30 p.m. Opening night program includes “Crossing Arizona” and discussion with director Dan DeVivo, reception, and music, at 7:30 p.m. Noon.
Art
Gallery Walk, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. Richard Jolley leads a walk through “Richard Jolley: Sculptor of Glass from 1985-Present” in the museum building. Register. 7 a.m.
Art Exhibit, Trenton Downtown Association, Cafe Ole, Trenton, 609-393-8998. www.trentonwnite.com. Opening for “Jazz Art Show” in conjunction with Women in Jazz Festival. On view through June 2. 4:30 p.m.
Literati
Special Needs Children, Barnes & Noble, 425 Marketplace Boulevard, Hamilton, 609-581-2523. Launch of “The Elephant in the Playroom,” a compilation of essays submitted by families around the country with special needs children, edited by Denise Brodey. Dawn Mitten of Hamilton and David McDonough of Titusville, who both had essays published in the book, will be at the event with their families. 6:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Spring Recital Series, New School for Music Study, Kingston Presbyterian Church, 4561 Route 27, Kingston, 609-921-2900. www.nsmspiano.org. Area piano students. Open to the public. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Recital, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu. Juniors and seniors concert. Free. 8 p.m.
Jazz & Blues
Ramsey Lewis Trio, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Host of “Legends of Jazz,” the first PBS series devoted to jazz. $38 to $45. 7:30 p.m.
World Music
Ancient Rhythms, Arts Council of Princeton, Contemporary Gallery, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. “Sounds from Ancient Musical Cultures of the Americas” presented by John Burkhalter and Gilette Griffin, who present sounds of ancient instruments from Mayan, Aztec, and Incan civilizations. $6. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Spring Flower Day, Lawrence Rehabilitation Center, 2381 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-896-9500. www.slrc.org. Hanging baskets, annuals, herbs, veggies, and perennials. Also Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Luncheon, Rotary Club of the Princeton Corridor, Hyatt Regency, Carnegie Center, 609-448-0110. www.princetoncorridorrotary.org. Guests, $20. 12:15 p.m.
Art Benefit, Arts Council of Princeton, 21 Russell Road, Princeton, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Exhibition and sale of photographic prints by Martha Vaughn. Benefit for the Anne Reeves Studio in the new arts council building. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
May in Montgomery, Van Harlingen Historical Society, Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Avenue, Skillman, 908-359-0515. Evening dessert party celebrating the Roaring ‘20s features “Some of These Days: Roaring Tunefully Through the ‘20s,” a themed musical concert with Jim and Maggi Dalton; guest speaker, Marc Mappen, an author, historian, and New York Times columnist; vintage clothing with Elizabeth Brown; and a dessert buffet. Register. $25. 7 p.m.
Spring Concert Series, Kingston United Methodist Church, 9 Church Street (off Route 27), Kingston, 609-921-6812. Performance by soprano Mary Evans includes works by Cavalli, Purcell, Haydn, Mozart, Bizet, and Weber. Jamie Hahn, pianist, accompanies her. Free will offering to benefit the church. 7:30 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Barry Friedman and Maria Walsh, 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.
Jazz & Blues
Women in Jazz Festival, Trenton Downtown Association, South Warren and West Lafayette streets, Trenton, 609-393-8998. www.trentonwnite.com. Workshops in jazz instrumentalist and vocalist at 4:30 p.m. Jam from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Marriott. Performances by Tara Buzash Trio, Virginia Mayhew Quartet, Crystal Torres and Costa Rica, Princeton University JazzTet featuring Audrey Wright, Jeanie Bryson, Carol Heffler, Donna Antonow, and Nicki Denner Latin Jazz Trio. 4:30 p.m.
Faith
Anything Can Happen, Community Christian Choirs, St. Anthony of Padua, 251 Franklin Street, Hightstown, 609-587-7076. www.ccchoir.com. Spring program. Free-will offering to benefit Breakaway Jr. High Student Ministry. 7:30 p.m.
Temple Micah, Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church, Route 206, 609-921-1128. www.temple-micah.org. Monthly service and Oneg Shabbat. 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Education Conference, Alzheimer’s Association, DoubleTree Hotel, Somerset, 609-514-1180. www.alz.org/gnj. 10th Annual Education Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease for Healthcare Professionals. Register. 7:30 a.m.
Help to Stop Smoking, Nicotine Anonymous, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, 609-924-0757. Open to anyone with the desire to stop using nicotine. Free. 7 to 8 p.m.
The Vibration of the Most High Drumming Circle, Center for Relaxation, 666 Plainsboro Road, Suite 348, Plainsboro, 908-431-9904. Register. $15. 8 p.m.
History
Fresh from the Garden, William Trent House, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-989-3027. www.williamtrenthouse.org. 18th century gardening and food preservation. Free. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Parent’s Night Out, Princeton YMCA, Paul Robeson Place, 609-497-9622. www.princetonymca.org. Games, swimming, dinner, circus acts. Register. $25. 6:30 to 10 p.m.
Lectures
Center for the Study of Religion, Princeton University, Frist Campus Center, Room B, 609-258-3000. www.princeton.edu. “What is Prayer? An Interdisciplinary Symposium” featuring panelists Sister Mary Margaret Funk, Our Lady of Grace Monastery; David D. Hall, Harvard Divinity School; Carol Zaleski, Smith College; and Albert Raboteau, Princeton University. Open to the public. Free. 3 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.
Music of Black Sabbath, Princeton School of Rock, West Windsor Fire House, 153 South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-333-0022. www.schoolofrock.com. $10. 7 p.m.
Pam Purvis Trio, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 7 p.m.
Matt Barber, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. www.bordersgroupinc.com. Soft rock. 8 p.m.
Sandy Sasso and Friend, South Brunswick Arts Commission Jazz Cafe, Auditorium, 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbtnj.net. Jazz vocalist and pianist. $5. 8 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 with Arturo Romay, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. 9 p.m.
Politics
It’s Time for Solutions, Million Mom March, Rutgers Law School, 123 Washington Avenue, Newark, 609-882-3711. www.millionmommarch.org. Conference and candlelight vigil examining strategies for addressing the epidemic of gun violence. Open to the pubic. Free. 1 to 5:30 p.m.
Schools
Commencement for Undergraduates, Rider University, Campus Green, 609-896-5192. www.rider.edu. Weather permitting. 5:30 p.m.
For Families
Senior One Acts, South, South, West Windsor, 609-716-5050. 7 p.m.
Drama
Striving for Excellence, North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-716-5100. Awards for grades 9 to 12. 7:30 p.m.
What’s in Store
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 2 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. Through May 13. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Singles
Princeton Singles, Friendly’s, Route 206 North, Montgomery, 908-874-5434. Breakfast for ages 55-plus. Register. 9 a.m.
Divorce Recovery Support Group, Princeton Church of Christ, 33 River Road, Princeton, 609-581-3889. “Clash of Values.” Free. 7:30 p.m.
Socials
Newcomers Club, Princeton YWCA, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org/newcomers. For new residents and those who have had a lifestyle change. Light lunch for nominal charge. 11:45 a.m.
Sports
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. www.trentonthunder.com. New Britain. $5 to $10. 7:05 p.m.
Saturday May 12
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North/South Track. Mercer County Tournament at Steinert. 9 a.m.
South Boys Lacrosse. At Lawrence. 11 a.m.
North Girls Lacrosse. Lawrenceville. 1:30 p.m.
North/South Baseball. Mercer County Tournament Semifinals. 4 p.m.
North/South Softball. Mercer County Tournament Quarterfinals. 4 p.m.
Dance
Sleeping Beauty, Princeton Dance and Theater Studio, Montgomery High School, 1014 Route 601, Skillman, 609-514-1600. www.princetondance.com. Call for time.
Drama
Lust ‘n Rust, the Trailer Park Musical, Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.net. Musical comedy. $16. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
The Deacons, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. World premiere of drama by Yusef Komunyakaa features the story of two men who served in the underground civil rights militia known as the Deacons for Defense. $25. 2 and 8 p.m.
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. 3 and 8 p.m.
The Full Monty, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. www.theacademytheatre.com. Musical adapted from the 1997 film features six out-of work men who organize a strip act to supplement their income. For mature audiences. Through May 26. $25. 8 p.m.
Macbeth, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Shakespeare’s tale of power and revenge. $15. 8 p.m.
Children of Eden, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. Assistive listening devices available. $18. 8 p.m.
The Goodbye Girl, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50 and $27.25. 8 p.m.
Hospitality Suite, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Film
Human Rights Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. “Cartoons for Peace and Justice,” 10 a.m.; “Invisible Children,” 11:30 a.m.; “Last Ghost of War, 1:30 p.m.; “Salud! What Puts Cuba on the Map in the Quest for Global Health, 2:30 p.m.; “Story Telling: New Orleans,” 5 p.m.; and “Black Gold: Wake Up and Smell the Coffee, 8 p.m. 10 a.m.
Human Rights Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. “Storytelling: New Orleans” features four short films presented by filmmakers Mary Beth Black and W. Imarisha, both of whom were in New Orleans during or just after Hurricane Katrina. Those affected by the hurricane are invited to share experiences. Melissa Harris-Lacewell shares insights gained from post-Katrina assistance activities. 5 p.m.
Art
Opening Reception, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. “Richard Jolley: Sculptor of Glass from 1985-Present” in the museum building. Register. Opens to the public May 13 through September 23. 2 to 6 p.m.
Art Exhibit, Artists’ Gallery, 32 Coryell Street, Lambertville, 609-397-4588. www.lambertvillearts.com. Opening reception for “Occupants and Outcasts” featuring new works by painters Marc Reed and Beatrice Bork. Through June 3. 6 to 9 p.m.
Art Exhibit, desChamps Gallery, 7 Lambert Lane, Lambertville, 609-397-2100. www.deschampsgallery.com. Opening reception for works of plein air landscape artist, John Schmidtberger. The exhibit is on view through May 28. 6 to 9 p.m.
Art Exhibit, J.B. Kline & Son Gallery, 25 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-397-7026. Reception for “Churches and Other Elegant Structures,” a shared show featuring three-dimensional paper sculptures of local churches by Marvin Silverstein and photographic impressions of Lambertville buildings by Robert DeChico. 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. 8 p.m.
Literati
Second Saturday Poets, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Noon to 2 p.m.
Spoken Word Competition, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Poets are invited to read or speak their work. Noon.
Classical Music
Spring Recital Series, New School for Music Study, Kingston Presbyterian Church, 4561 Route 27, Kingston, 609-921-2900. www.nsmspiano.org. Area piano students also perform at noon, 2, 4, and 7:30 p.m. Open to the public. Free. 10 a.m.
Spring Concert, Manalapan Battleground Symphony, First Presbyterian Church, 118 West Main Street, Freehold, 732-446-8355. Chiu-Tze Lin conducts family concert featuring three winners of the 2007 Young Artists Concerto Competition, Jacek Skryzalin, Erica Tursi, and Paul von Autenried, Jr. $20. 7:30 p.m.
Dezheng Ping, a Plainsboro resident for six years, is the concertmaster of the symphony orchestra for the past three years. A faculty member of Westminster Conservatory, he has an active teaching studio in Plainsboro.
Musicians also from Plainsboro include Winston Yang, violinist, and Greg Reworldt, bassoonist. Kevin Luan, the concertmaster of the South Orchestra, also plays the violin.
Princeton University Concert Jazz Ensemble, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. “An Evening of Afro-Latin Jazz” directed by Anthony D.J. Branker and featuring guest trombone soloist Conrad Herwig. $15. 8 p.m.
Pop Music
Dark Star Orchestra, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Re-creation of historic Grateful Dead set lists. $27 to $33. 7 p.m.
Spring Concert, Rutgers Alumni Wind Symphony, Nicholas Music Center, Rutgers University, Route 18 and George Street, New Brunswick, 732-951-1993. Concert by musicians consisting of alumni and residents from surrounding communities led by Nicholas Santoro and Nanette O’Neal. Free. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Yard Sale, American Cancer Society, 3076 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, 800-227-2345. www.cancer.org. Benefit for Relay for Life teams features flowers, hanging baskets, bonsais, orchids, and vegetable bedding plants. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Yard Sale, Holy Trinity Church, 2730 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-882-7891. Rain or shine. Benefit for Trenton Area Soup Kitchen. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spring Flower Day, Lawrence Rehabilitation Center, 2381 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-896-9500. www.slrc.org. Hanging baskets, annuals, herbs, veggies, and perennials. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Discover Independence, Enable, Masonic Temple, Trenton, 609-987-5003. www.enablenj.org. Cocktails, dinner, auctions, and entertainment. Honoree is Dr. Dan Gottlieb, host of “Voices in the Family” and author of “Letters to Sam.” $150. 6:30 p.m.
Benefit Concert, St. Paul Parish, 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7587. www.spsprinceton.org. “The Music of the Night,” a one-night benefit concert features Ciaran Sheehan, former lead in Broadway’s “Phantom of the Opera” and “Les Miserables.” He attended Notre Dame High School. He will be accompanied by Gay Willis, harpist; Aideen O’Donnell, singer; and Eily O’Grady, pianist. $30 to $40. 8 p.m.
Comedy Clubs
Barry Friedman and Maria Walsh, 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
Iris Festival, Downtown Bordentown Association, Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown City, 609-298-6970. The 11th annual festival features more than 40 artists, live music, al fresco dining, and the Iris Growers Competition. Riverline stops in Bordentown. Free. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Bordentown’s Franklin Carr Memorial Iris Garden is the culmination of an all-volunteer effort to return the international prize-winning hybrids to the place where they were developed during Carr’s lifetime. The raised fieldstone garden was designed and built by city residents and funded through donations from iris enthusiasts and Frank Carr admirers across the country.
Skateboard Competition and 4-H Fun Day, Skate Kings H Club of Mercer County, Veteran’s Park, Hamilton, 609-989-6863. $10. Rain date is Saturday, May 19. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
May Faire, Waldorf School, 1062 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, 609-466-1970. www.princetonwaldorf.org. Celebration of arts and agriculture with traditional Maypole dancing, children’s games, music, and food. English Morris Dancing, Mountain View Band, and the Brementown Musicians with a puppet show. Performances by student dancers, actors, and unicycle riders. The fourth annual 8K run benefits tuition assistance. Rain or shine. $2. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Gardens
Spring Plant Expo, Master Gardeners of Mercer County, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell, 609-989-6830. www.mgofmc.org. Mercer County Horticulturist Barbara J. Bromley provides answers to home lawn and garden questions. Master gardeners demonstrate home composting and provide plant selection assistance. Plants for sale include perennials, culinary and decorative herbs, baskets containing herb plants, and a sale of pre-owned garden tools, equipment, and accessories. Donations invited. 10 a.m.
Health & Wellness
Tai Chi, West Windsor Senior Center, 609-799-9068. Free. 8:30 a.m.
Introduction to Insight Meditation, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. Free. 1:30 p.m.
History
Children’s Day, Rockingham Association, Historic Rockingham, Route 603, Kingston, 609-683-7132. www.rockingham.net. Tour General Washington’s last war-time headquarters featuring Colonial life activities, 18th century costumes and skills including quill pen writing, wax stamping, wool carding, making tri-corn hats, and playing games. Free. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Safe Kids Day, Lawrence Rehabilitation Center, 2381 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-896-9500. Annual bicycle safety rodeo and skateboard safety jam for children ages 3 to 12 and their families. Bicycle inspections, free bike helmet, a bicycle safety course with traffic signals and parked cars. Skateboard safety jam is for kids 10 to 18. Water safety program includes games and activities. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kids Floral Class, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Introduction for floral design for ages 9 to 13 features an original gift to take home. Register. $20. 11 a.m.
For Families
Corn Planting, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, off Route 29, Titusville, 609-737-3299. www.howellfarm.org. Corn planting demonstration and seminar. Children help with corn seed selection, fertilizing, and planting. They can grind and sift cornmeal for baking and sample freshly made cornbread. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Farmers use work horses and circa 1900 equipment to prepare and plant cornfields. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Escape School, St. Peter’s University Hospital, 254 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-565-5467. Program for children and their parents about how to avoid abduction, as well as what to do if one takes place. The program focuses on options available to the child, instilling confidence rather than fear. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
Family Concert, Trenton Community Music School, Mt. Bethel Church of God, 491 Bellevue Avenue, Trenton, 609-394-8700. Music Together sing along concert to celebrate mother’s day and the school’s pre-k program, “Music for the Very Young.” Register. Free. 10:30 a.m.
Sing Children Sing, On the Border, 3567 Route 1, West Windsor, 609-987-9222. www.singchildrensing.com. Interactive music and movement program for families presented by Mardi Alayna Lee. Register. Free. Noon.
Solar Observation, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. View magnetic sun storms safely through special filters on telescopes. Free. Clear skies required. Free. 1 p.m.
Skate Park Grand Opening, West Windsor Recreation, Community Park, Princeton-Hightstown Road, 609-799-6141. www.wwparks-recreation.com. Ribbon cutting, demonstrations, skate shop, contests, and music by Ultrax. Skaters must wear helmets, knee and elbow pads. They also must be registered with the town and have consent forms signed. The park will be open to bikers as well. Schedule will be posted. 1 to 3 p.m.
Family Theater
Tom Chapin, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. $16. 11 a.m.
Lectures
Journey to Intimacy, Kennebrew Integrated Success Seminars, Westin Hotel, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-303-0014. www.pamelakennebrew.com. Workshop for African American couples and singles includes a three-hour Art of Touch workshop, lunch, verbal communication, boot camp, marriage enrichment resource fair, evening reception with awards and musical guests. Register. $150, couple; $99, single. 9 a.m.
Open Public Records Act, South Brunswick Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-4000. www.sbpl.info. New Jersey’s “right to know” law is talked about by investigative reports who will share their experiences working with the act. Register. $5. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Laser Concert
U2, Raritan Valley College, Planetarium, College Center, North Branch, 908-526-1200. $5. 8 p.m.
Live Music
Larry Tritel, Orpha’s Coffee Shop, 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828. www.orphas.com. 9 a.m. to noon.
Music of Black Sabbath, Princeton School of Rock, West Windsor Fire House, 153 South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-333-0022. www.schoolofrock.com. $10. 3 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.
Tom Tallistch, Java Moon Cafe, 4110 Quakerbridge Road, Lawrenceville, 609-275-7447. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Jerry Topinka Quartet, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 7 p.m.
Music of The Who, Princeton School of Rock, West Windsor Fire House, 153 South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-333-0022. www.schoolofrock.com. $10. 7:30 p.m.
Carol Heffler Quartet, Lambertville Station, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville, 609-397-8300. Carol Heffler, vocals; David Braham, piano; Steve Varner, bass; and Mark Pultorak, drums. Reservations suggested. 8 p.m.
Drumming Circle, Living at Peace, Big Bang Music Center, 422 Route 206, Hillsborough, 908-431-9904. www.livingatpeace.com. Musical experience is not necessary. Bring your own drum or use one provided. Register. $15. 8 to 9 p.m.
Dance Night, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. $5. 8 p.m.
N4N, TJ’s Trattoria, 25 Route 31, Pennington, 609-737-7116. 8 p.m.
Meg Hanson Group with Billy Hill, Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge, 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555. www.sotto128.com. 9 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Walk the Canal Path, Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, Demott Lane Footbridge, Somerset, 609-924-5705. www.dandrcanal.com. Three-mile round-trip walk. Cancelled for inclement weather. Register. Free. 10 a.m.
Sailing Instruction, Princeton Ski Club, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 732-431-0118. www.princetonski.org. Sailing basics, safety, knots, navigation, and piloting. Also, Saturday, May 20. $5. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Politics
Founder’s Party, Princeton Community Democratic Organization, Suzanne Patterson Center, Princeton Borough Hall, 609-252-9477. www.princetondems.org. Bring memorabilia from the early days to preserve memories. Register. 4 p.m.
Peace Fest, Coalition for Peace Action, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-924-5022. www.peacecoalition.org. Semi-annual event organized by Students for Peace. Five area bands performing include Jello the Opera, Beatnik, Sarah Donner, and Shrimp Skillet and the Jambalayas. Food, crafts, henna tattoos. Information about peace issues, Iraq, counter recruitment, the draft, nuclear weapons, and gun violence prevention. $5 donation. 7 p.m.
Schools
Commencement, Westminster Choir College, Princeton University Chapel, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. 9:30 a.m.
Open House, Harmony Schools, 139 Village Boulevard, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-799-4411. www.harmonyschools.com. For infants, toddlers, preschool, pre-K, and summer camp for children eight and younger. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For Families
Senior One Acts, South, South, West Windsor, 609-716-5050. 7 p.m.
What’s in Store
Grand Opening Celebration, Great Clips, 9 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-750-0020. Mascots, refreshments, drawings for gifts. Haircuts are $4.99 through June 1. 9 a.m.
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 2 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. Through May 13. 10 a.m. to 6 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.
Sports
Saturday Night Fights, West Windsor TaeKwonDo and Kickboxing Academy, 215 Clarksville Road, West Windsor, 609-799-0088. www.wwtaekwondo.com. Seven kickboxing matches including one featuring Master Steven Phillips defending his Professional Kickboxing Federation Amateur World Light-Heavy Weight title. Phillips, the owner and headmaster of the school, is a fourth degree black belt. He will be up against Shihan Jonas Nunez Jr., the Professional Kickboxing Federation president. $20. 7 p.m.
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. www.trentonthunder.com. New Britain. $5 to $10. 7:05 p.m.
Sunday May 13
Mother’s Day
Dance
Sleeping Beauty, Princeton Dance and Theater Studio, Montgomery High School, 1014 Route 601, Skillman, 609-514-1600. www.princetondance.com. Call for time.
Drama
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. Dialogue on drama performance. 2 p.m.
The Goodbye Girl, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. $25.50. 2:30 p.m.
Children of Eden, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. Sign interpreted performance. $18. 3 p.m.
The Deacons, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. World premiere of drama by Yusef Komunyakaa features the story of two men who served in the underground civil rights militia known as the Deacons for Defense. $25. 3 p.m.
Macbeth, Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Avenue, Morrisville, 215-295-3694. www.actorsnetbucks.org. Shakespeare’s tale of power and revenge. $15. 6 p.m.
Film
Human Rights Film Festival, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. “Lumo,” noon; “Rosita,” 1 p.m.; “Suncookers,” 2 p.m.; “The Shape of Water,” 2:45 p.m.; and “Shut Up and Sing,” 4 p.m. Noon.
Art
Clothesline Sale, Artsbridge, Prallsville Mill, Stockton, 609-397-3349. www.artsbridgeonline.com. Art sale includes paintings, jewelry, sculpture, photography, and crafts, all $300 or less, created by local artists. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dancing
Israeli Dancing, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. www.bethel.net. For all age groups. $8. 2 p.m.
Argentine Tango Milonga, Central Jersey Dance Society, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Road, Princeton, 609-945-1883. www.centraljerseydance.org. Intermediate workshop at 5 p.m. Beginner tango lesson at 6:30 p.m. Open dancing begins at 7:30 p.m. All levels welcome. No partner required. Workshop, $10. Dance and lesson, $11. 5 p.m.
Classical Music
Elysian Camerata, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Montgomery Center for the Arts, Skillman, 609-497-0020. www.princetonsymphony.org. Barbara Jaffe, violin; Louise Jaffe, viola; Talia Schiff, cello; and Rachel Inniger, piano. $25. 1:30 p.m.
Recital, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu. Music 214: Projects in Vocal Performance: Lieder. Free. 3 p.m.
Pop Music
The Smothers Brothers, Patriot Theater at the War Memorial, Memorial Drive, Trenton, 609-984-8400. www.thewarmemorial.com. Tom and Dick Smothers, the comedy and musical team, with the Yo-Yo Man. $30 to $75. 7:30 p.m.
Good Causes
Custom Homes for Feathered Friends, D&R Greenway, Preservation Place, Rosedale Road, 609-924-4646. wwwdrgreenway.org. Opening reception for “It’s a Bird’s Life!: Preserved Land Preserves Critical Habitat for Birds.” Also view one-of-a-kind works of art constructed by area architects and designers to be auctioned off in June. 2 to 4 p.m.
Fairs
Souk Middle Eastern Festival, Princeton University Chapel, Scudder Plza, Washington Road, 609-258-3000. Middle Eastern food, music, and art features Israeli and Arab bands, a hookah cafe, a Persian tea shop, felafel stands, a Turkish coffee shop, and an Arabic calligrapher, clothing, and jewelry. The festival will be moved to Dillon gym if it rains. Open to the public. Free. Noon to 5 p.m.
Faith
Taste of Hebrew School, Kehilat Shalom Hebrew School, 253 Belle Mead Griggstown Road, Belle Mead, 908-359-0420. www.kehilatshalomnj.org. Introduction to Hebrew, Israeli dance, and Jewish customs. For Jewish families with children four years or older and their parents. One parent must stay with the child. Register. Free. 11 a.m.
Gardens
Azalea Festival, Sayen House and Gardens, 155 Hughes Drive, Hamilton Square, 609-587-7356. www.sayengardens.org. Music with Nick Antonaccio, guitar; Jerry Vanhise, bass; Jake Wiener, drums; and Wendy Zoffer, flute. Art show with area artists presenting renditions of the gardens in various mediums. Crafters and entertainers all day. 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Woman’s Day, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Yoga, Reiki session, chair massage, steam canopy, reflexology treatment, and lunch. Register. $125. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yoga for Stress Reduction, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $15. 10:15 a.m.
Blood Drive, Plainsboro Public Library, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897. Babysitting provided. All donors receive a chocolate rose in honor of mother’s day. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Introduce a Friend to Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $20 for two. All levels are welcome. 2 p.m.
Live Kirtan with Dave Stringer, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $20. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Sovereignty and Compassion: Issues in Immigration, Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-683-5120. Program focuses on refugees as victims of the War on Terror presented by Katrina Klettke Straker, Refugee Services at Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey. She will talk about the Patriot Act and the Real ID Act, both intended to protect Americans from terrorists. Open to the public. Free. 9:15 a.m.
Live Music
Jazz Brunch, American Grill & Sushi, 429 Route 156, Yardville, 609-585-1302. www.thejazzman.tripod.com. Dick Gratton on guitar and Jim McDonough on bass. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Darla Rich Quartet, Hopewell Bistro, 15 East Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-9889. www.hopewellvalleybistro.com. Mother’s Day. Noon and 5 p.m.
Northern New Jersey Camerata, Grounds For Sculpture, 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089. www.groundsforsculpture.org. An organization of composers living in Northern New Jersey, in conjunction with Solid Brass, present a program of new compositions for brass quintet. Seven of the composers will talk briefly about their music before it is performed. Free with park admission. 2:30 p.m.
Music of The Who, Princeton School of Rock, West Windsor Fire House, 153 South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-333-0022. www.schoolofrock.com. $10. 4 p.m.
Jeanie Bryson Trio, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Field Trip, Friends for the Marsh, Spring Lake, Roebling Park, Hamilton, 609-585-8845. Birds with John Maret and Charles Leck. Register. 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Stream Stomp, Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center, Titusville, 609-737-0609. Wet hike seeking crayfish, salamanders, frogs, and minnows. Register. Park entrance fee applies. 1:30 p.m.
What’s in Store
Open Studio and Furniture Sale, Natural Edge, 2 Pearl Street, Trenton, 609-737-8996. www.naturaledgerustic.com. Hand-crafted, rustic items for the home and garden created by David Robinson. 10 a.m. to 6 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.
Sports
Trenton Thunder Baseball, Waterfront Park, Route 29, Trenton, 609-394-8326. www.trentonthunder.com. New Britain. $5 to $10. 1:05 p.m.
Monday May 14
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134.
North/South Boys Golf. NJSIAA Tournament; Public Sectionals Call for time.
North/South Tennis. NJSIAA Tournament; Preliminaries Second Round Call for time.
South Girls Golf. At South Brunswick. 3:15 p.m.
North Baseball. Hightstown. 4 p.m.
North Girls Lacrosse. At Peddie. 4 p.m.
North Softball. At Hightstown. 4 p.m.
North Tennis. Hightstown. 4 p.m.
South Softball. At Notre Dame. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Notre Dame. 4 p.m.
Film
Second Chance Film Series, Princeton Adult School, Kresge Auditorium, Frick Chemical Building, Princeton University, 609-683-1101. www.princetonadultschool.org. “Bad Day at Black Rock,” USA, 1995. $6. 7:30 p.m.
Faith
The Secret Applied, Center for Creative Living, 3490 Route 1 North, 609-520-8422. www.rscprinceton.org. “Love.” Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Blood Drive, American Red Cross, Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 3715 East State Street Extension, Mercerville, 800-448-3543. www.pleasegiveblood.org. 3 to 8 p.m.
Yoga Fundamentals Clinics, One Yoga Center, 405 Route 130, East Windsor, 609-918-0963. www.oneyogacenter.net. Poses, alignment, and breathing, with break down of standing poses, back bends, inversions, and sun salutations. Register. $20. 7:30 p.m.
For Families
Informational Meeting, Girl Scouts of Delaware-Raritan, Millstone River School, Plainsboro, 609-371-2119. www.gsofdr.org. For parents interested in having their daughter join a Girl Scout troop in West Windsor or Plainsboro. 7 p.m.
For Parents
Inclusion, WW-Plainsboro Special Kids Special Parents, Plainsboro Municipal Building, 609-799-8036. www.wwpsksp.org. Patricia Mary Lang, facilitator of professional development for the New Jersey coalition for Inclusive Education, talks about inclusion. The majority of her teaching experience has been as part of a team to support students with disabilities. She is also the mother of three children with special needs. 7:45 p.m.
Lectures
Self Improvement, Princeton Theological Seminary, Erdman Hall, 20 Library Place, 609-497-7990. www.ptsem.edu. “Sharpening Your Most Important Tool: Yourself” presented by Randy Nichols in a workshop through May 17. A lecturer in theology and communication at Princeton Seminary, Nichols is an ordained Presbyterian minister. He is also a psychotherapist on the staff of Trinity Counseling Service. Register. $230. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Princeton PC Users Group, Lawrenceville Public Library, Route 1 and Darrah Lane, 908-218-0778. www.ppcug-nj.org. “The Association of PC User Groups,” presented by board member Gabriel Goldberg. He will also discuss changing gadget technology including multiple USB-pluggable devices, security and safety tools, a nostalgic electronic game, and computer usability enhancements. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Soledad O’Brien, Smart Talk Women’s Lecture Series, State Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-246-7469. www.statetheater.org. “Style and Substance.” Subscription for five talks, $190 to $300. 8 p.m.
Live Music
Donna Antonow, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 7 p.m.
Politics
United Against Gun Violence, Million Mom March, 319 East State Street, Trenton, 609-882-3711. www.millionmommarch.org. Rally and candlelight vigil with honoring of student gun violence victims, speakers, entertainment, and light refreshments. Bring items for wall of remembrance. Rain or shine. Free. 6 p.m.
Sports for Causes
Eden Invitational Golf Outing, Eden Institute Foundation, Canoe Brook Country Club, Summit, 609-987-0099. www.edenservices.org. Breakfast, hole-in-one contest, raffles, silent auction, cocktail party, dinner. $600 per person. 8 a.m.
Tuesday May 15
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North/South Baseball. Mercer County Tournament Finals at Waterfront Park TBA
North/South Softball. Mercer County Tournament Semi Finals Call for time.
North Girls Golf. Montgomery. 3 p.m.
South Tennis. Lawrence. 3 p.m.
North Boys Golf. At Hightstown. 3:30 p.m.
North Boys Lacrosse. At Voorhees. 4 p.m.
North/South Girls Lacrosse. Mercer County Tournament 4 p.m.
North/South Track. Quad Meet: North, South, Hopewell Valley, Hightstown. 4 p.m.
South Baseball. At Notre Dame. 4 p.m.
South Boys Lacrosse. At Allentown. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. Nottingham. 4 p.m.
South Volleyball. At Watchung Hills. 4 p.m.
North Volleyball. At Hunterdon Central. 4:30 p.m.
Dance
Paul Taylor Dance Company, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. $37 to $44. 8 p.m.
Drama
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. 7:30 p.m.
Film
World Cineclub, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8822. www.princetonlibrary.org. Screening of “Erleuchtung Garantiert,” in German, Japanese, and English with English subtitles. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Dancing
Country Line Dancing, Hillbilly Hall Tavern and Restaurant, 203 Hop-Wertsville Road, Hopewell, com. Instruction and dancing. 7 p.m.
Literati
Eva Etzioni-Halevy, Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-2782. Israeli author talks about her latest biblical novel, “The Garden of Ruth.” Register. Free. 7:30 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.
Recital, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu. Composers’ Ensemble at Princeton: Freelance. Free. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Benefit, People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos, McCarter Theater, Princeton, 609-393-3230. www.peopleandstories.org. Performance of “Mrs. Packard,” a world premiere by Emily Mann, and a pre-theater party. $150. 6 p.m.
Food & Dining
Pairing Coffee with Food, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Tasting and discussion with Fred Noble, Allegro Coffee, and Nirit Yadin, the Whisk and the Spoon. Register. $25. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Survivorship Series: Living With, Through, and Beyond Cancer, Breast Cancer Resource Center, Multi Purpose Room, YWCA Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. “My Treatment is Over: Why Do I Feel So Alone and Sad?” Bring a bagged lunch. Discussion after the teleconference. For breast cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Register. Free. 1:15 p.m.
Support Group, Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Riverside School, 58 Riverside Drive, Princeton, 609-683-8787. “The Impact of AD/HD on the Family” presented by Susan Bogas. Siblings, parents, spouses, grandparents, and children are encouraged to attend. After the lecture, there will be facilitated small group discussions. Open to the public. 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.
Belly Dancing, Slim and Tone, 2495 Route 1, Lawrenceville, 609-882-4500. www.slimandtonelawrence.com. Workout through dance presented by Dezra Hertensteiner. Register. 7 p.m.
History
Hamilton High School, Kuser Farm Mansion, 390 Newkirk Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3630. www.hamiltonnj.com. “Long Forgotten High School Experiences” presented by Tom, Len, and Bud Glover. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Plainsboro Historical Society, Wicoff House, 609-799-9040. www.plainsborohistory.com. Business meeting. 7:30 p.m.
Kids Stuff
Storytime, Borders Books, 601 Nassau Park, 609-514-0040. www.bordersgroupinc.com. Story and craft activity. 10 a.m.
Lectures
West Windsor Campus, Jewish Community Center, Rider University, Lawrenceville, 609-219-0555. www.jcctoday.org. Presentation and discussion of the building and site plans to be built on Clarksville Road in West Windsor. The new center will include Abrams Day Camp, recreation fields, Greenwood House for the Aged, United Jewish Federation of Princeton Mercer-Bucks, Jewish Community Foundation, and a full-service Jewish Community Center. 7 p.m.
Picasso and Chagall, Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission, Monroe Township High School, 1629 Perrineville Road, 732-521-2111. www.monroetownshipculturalarts.com. Ed Schappe presents the works of the two artists and the women in their lives. Register. $6. 7 p.m.
Live Music
John Bianculli Trio, Witherspoon Grill, Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-6011. 6:30 p.m.
John Bianculli, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 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.
Socials
Meeting, Soroptimist International of Princeton, Nassau Club, 6 Mercer Street, Princeton, 609-924-0872. Speaker is Beverly Henderson, clinical services manager of Mercer Street Friends Home Health Care, Trenton. Register. 7 p.m.
Wednesday May 16
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North/South Golf. Mercer County Tournament. 8 a.m.
South Girls Golf. East Brunswick. 3 p.m.
North Baseball. Nottingham. 4 p.m.
North Softball. Nottingham. 4 p.m.
North Tennis. Nottingham. 4 p.m.
South Baseball. At Steinert. 4 p.m.
South Softball. Lawrenceville. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Steinert. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Steinert. 4 p.m.
Drama
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. Post performance discussion. 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. Princeton premiere of “Three Times,” Taiwan and France, 2005. $6. 7:30 p.m.
Art
Art Workshop, Murdoch Art Studio, The Art Station, 148 Monmouth Street, Hightstown, 609-638-6555. www.murdochart.com. Open drawing or painting workshop. Live model will pose for three-hour session. Non-instructed workshop. Register. $15. 1 to 4 p.m.
Dancing
Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, Monument Drive, 609-924-6763. www.princetonol.com/groups/pcd. $7. 8 p.m.
Literati
Downtown Book Fair, Classics Used and Rare Books, 117 South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-394-8400. Discussions with authors Lisa Martelli, J.J. Lair, and Charles Stansbury. 12 to 1 p.m.
Crossing Borders with Literature, Princeton Area Community Foundation, Classic Books, Trenton, 609-219-1800. www.pacf.org. Discuss short stories. Noon.
Classical Music
After Noon Concert, Princeton University Chapel, Washington Road, 609-258-3654. Free. 12:30 p.m.
New Jersey Opera Theater, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org. An evening of opera scenes and arias presened by emerging professional singers. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Recital, Princeton University Concerts, Taplin Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu. Program in performance students. 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.
Fairs
Wednesdays on Warren, Trenton Downtown Association, South Warren Street, Trenton, 609-393-8998. www.wednesdaysonwarren.com. Lunchtime celebration of food, music, and art. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Food & Dining
Family Night, Cheeburger Cheeburger, 3349 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-799-2222. Family activities include storytime with Otto the Balloon Man. 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Guided Imagery Workshop, Breast Cancer Resource Center, Bramwell House, YWCA Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org. “Confidence and Positive Thinking,” Dick Sutphen. Free for breast cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Register. 1:30 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.
Home School Day, Washington Crossing State Park, Washington Crossing Historic Park, Route 32, Washington Crossing, PA, 215-493-4076. www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing. Program presents soldiering, transportation, open-hearth cooking, and the crossing in station formats. Register. $4. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For Parents
Breastfeeding Support, La Leche League of Princeton, Princeton Alliance Church, Scudders Mill and Schalks Crossing roads, Plainsboro, 609-799-1302. Information and support for mothers and expectant mothers. Babies are welcome. Free. 10 a.m.
Making Connections, Mothers and More, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-705-3916. www.princetonol.com/groups/mothersandmore. For all interested mothers. Free. 7 p.m.
Family Theater
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-656-3222. $12.50 to $75.50. Through Sunday, May 20. 7 p.m.
Lectures
Hands’ on Science Seminar, Junior League of Greater Princeton, Rider University, Cavalla Room, 609-771-0525. www.jlgp.org. Rockets Seminar, (Raising Our Children’s Knowledge by Educating Through Science), aimed at early childhood and early elementary school teachers, is designed to meet the practical needs of busy teachers who want to make science more exciting. Steve Spangler instructs. Register. Free. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
English Conversation Class, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462. An opportunity for new immigrants to practice everyday conversation. Register. Free. 1:15 p.m.
Meeting, West Windsor Lions Club, Palmer Inn, Route 1, West Windsor, 609-419-0156. Cathy Chabala, from Potomac Alzheimer Homes, is the guest speaker. Register. 7 p.m.
Live Music
Princeton University Jazz Nights, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. Audrey Wright, sax; Dan Berry, piano; and Matt Wong, bass. 7 p.m.
Blues Night, The 449 Room, 449 South Broad, Trenton, 609-989-7777. www.449room.com. Open acoustic blues jam. 7 p.m.
Male Dance Revue, Hillbilly Hall Tavern and Restaurant, 203 Hop-Wertsville Road, Hopewell, 609-466-9856. www.hillbillyhall.com. $12. 9:30 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Talking Turkey, Plainsboro Recreation Park Ranger Division, Plainsboro Preserve, 80 Scotts Corner Road, 609-897-7844. www.plainsboronj.com. Join the park rangers as they call the majestic birds to within a stone’s throw. Register. Free. 6 a.m.
Personal Watercraft and Safe Boating, Coast Boating School, Mercer College, 609-586-9446. Register. $85. 7 p.m.
Colleges
Commencement, Raritan Valley College, Edward Nash Theater, North Branch, 908-526-1200. www.raritanval.edu. David Eisner, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, delivers commencement address. 6 p.m.
Thursday May 17
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North Boys Golf. Princeton. 3 p.m.
South Boys Golf. At Hopewell Valley. 3 p.m.
South Girls Golf. Moorestown. 3:15 p.m.
North Baseball. Lawrenceville. 4 p.m.
North Softball. At Trenton. 4 p.m.
North/South Girls Lacrosse. Mercer County Tournament. 4 p.m.
North/South Softball. Mercer County Tournament Finals 4 p.m.
North/South Tennis. NJSIAA Preliminaries; Third Round 4 p.m.
South Boys Lacrosse. At Voorhees. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Steinert. 4 p.m.
Drama
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. Pride night party available. 7:30 p.m.
The Full Monty, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. www.theacademytheatre.com. Musical adapted from the 1997 film features six out-of work men who organize a strip act to supplement their income. For mature audiences. $25. 8 p.m.
The Deacons, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. World premiere of drama by Yusef Komunyakaa commissioned and developed by Passage features the story of two men who served in the underground civil rights militia known as the Deacons for Defense. Through May 27. $25. 8 p.m.
Literati
Discussion Group, Lawrence Library, Darrah Lane and Route 1, Lawrence Township, 609-989-6922. “All the Pretty Horses” by Cormac McCarthy. Register. Free. 7 p.m.
Poetry Workshop, Delaware Valley Poets, Lawrence Public Library, Darrah Lane, 609-882-9246. www.delawarevalleypoets.com. Visitors welcome. Bring 15 copies of your poem. Free. 7:30 p.m.
Classical Music
Recital, Westminster Choir College, Niles Chapel, Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau Street, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Katherine McClure, flute, and Esma Pasic-Filipovic, piano. Free. 12:15 p.m.
Concertante, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-5000. www.princeton.edu/utickets. Young chamber ensemble presents works of R. Struss, Schoenberg, and Mendelssohn. $20 to $40. 8 p.m.
Good Causes
Book Sale, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130. 9 a.m.
Spirit of Jane Rodney Award Reception, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Drumthwacket, 354 Stockton Street, Princeton, 609-896-1201. www.komencsnj.org. Cocktail reception, musical entertainment, and a silent auction. Honoree is the late Meredith Peterson, a volunteer with the organization before she died in October at the age of 36. Register. $150. 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Jane K. Rodney was instrumental in bringing the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation New Jersey Race for the Cure to the state in 1994 and served as chair or co-chair for eight years.
Fairs
Greek Festival, St. George Church, 1200 Klockner Road, Hamilton, 609-586-4448. 32nd annual festival with classic Greek food, flea market, raffle, music, and dancers in native costume. The pastry shop features baklava (layered phyllo with nuts and honey), galatoboureko (phyllo dough filled with custard), kourambiedes (butter cookies with powdered sugar), cookies, and breads. Outdoor grills serve up souvlaki and gyros, and the Mezedakia Bar features feta cheese stuffed grapevine leaves. Through Sunday, May 20. 5 to 10 p.m.
Faith
Krishna Kendra, 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-203-6730. Group chanting, mantra recitation, and discussion. 8 p.m.
Food & Dining
Provencal Summer Lunch by the Sea, Whole Foods Market, Windsor Green Shopping Center, West Windsor, 609-799-2919. www.wholefoods.com. Demonstration exploring the cuisine of southern France presented by Wendy Jaeger, Bliss Travels Culinary Vacations. Register. $15. 7 p.m.
Health & Wellness
Issues in Autism Conference, New Jersey Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community (COSAC), Atlantic City, 609-883-5411. www.njcosac.org. 25th annual conference. Through May 19. 9 a.m.
Stress Solutions for Everyday Life, Americana Diner, 359 Route 130 North, East Windsor, 609-448-4477. www.americanhospitality.com. Jean Daly presents tools and exercises to reduce stress, ways to become more positive in responding to difficult situations, and how to utilize relaxation techniques. Buffet included. Register. $15. 10 a.m.
Gentle Yoga, Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294. www.princetonyoga.com. $15. 10:30 a.m.
Caregivers Support Group, Jewish Family and Children’s Services, Acorn Glen, Mt. Lucas Road, Princeton, 609-987-8100. Free service for anyone caring for a spouse, parent, or other relative is facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker. Light dinner provided. Register. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Depression in the Elderly, Buckingham Place Assisted Living and Adult Day Center, 155 Raymond Road, South Brunswick, 732-329-8888. www.buckinghamplace.net. Presented by Lynn Gordon, Gordon Social Work Consultants. Register. Free. 8:30 p.m.
For Families
Nature Pre-School Series, Plainsboro Recreation Park Ranger Division, Municipal Complex, 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-799-0909. First day of a weekly nature program for ages 3 to 5 with a parent. Activities and crafts include Butterflies and Moths, Autumn Colors, Fall Harvest, and Apples Abound. Dress appropriately for the weather. Through June 14. Register. $7 per parent and child. 11 a.m. to noon.
Family Theater
The Velveteen Rabbit, Kelsey Theater, Mercer Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.net. Yardley Players production. $7. 9:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Sovereign Bank Arena, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, 609-656-3222. $12.50 to $75.50. 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Lectures
Psychology and Policy, 55-Plus, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street, 609-737-2001. www.princetonol.com. “Do Policy Makers Understand People?” presented by Eldar Shafir, professor of psychology and public affairs in Princeton University. 10 a.m.
CUH2A Toastmasters Club, 1000 Lenox Drive, Lawrenceville, 609-844-1212. Visitors are welcome. Free. Noon.
Popular Song as History, Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission, Monroe Township High School, 1629 Perrineville Road, 732-521-2111. www.monroetownshipculturalarts.com. “Try to Remember, 1957 to 1964” presented by Fred Miller, who will discuss a musical and anecdotal overview of the cold war era. Register. $6. 6 p.m.
Creating the Graphic Memoir, Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission, Monroe Township High School, 1629 Perrineville Road, 732-521-2111. www.monroetownshipculturalarts.com. Martin Lemelman, author of “Mendel’s Daughter.” Register. $6. 6:30 p.m.
Distinguished Artist Series, Artsbridge, Riverrun Gallery, 297 South Main Street, Lambertville, 609-397-3349. www.artsbridgeonline.com. “Married to Art” presented by Sheila and Ed Letven, who will discuss their individual styles of art. She is a multi media artist who utilizes oils, encaustics, ceramics, and digital photography and combines them with oil paintings for three-dimensional works. He is a b=potter, seascape painter, welder, and book author. 7 p.m.
Eva Etzioni-Halevy, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454. www.bethel.net. Israeli author discusses her new book, “The Garden of Ruth.” She is a professor emeritus of political sociology at Bar-Ilan University and a child holocaust survivor. 8:15 p.m.
Meg Hanson and Billy Hill, Java Moon Cafe, 4110 Quakerbridge Road, Lawrenceville, 609-275-7447. 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.
Jeanie Bryson Trio, Salt Creek Grille, One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200. www.saltcreekgrille.com. 7 p.m.
Outdoor Action
Personal Watercraft and Safe Boating, Coast Boating School, Mercer College, 609-586-9446. Register. $85. 7 p.m.
Socials
Newcomers Club, Princeton YWCA, Bramwell House, 59 Paul Robeson Place, Princeton, 609-497-2100. www.ywcaprinceton.org/newcomers. Social coffee in an informal setting. 9:30 a.m.
Friday May 18
For Boys
Open House, Cub Scout Pack 48, Village School. Make your own sundaes, explore emergency vehicles, experience a pack meeting. For boy who will be ages 6 to 11 in September. E-mail pack48.chair@gmail.com. 7 p.m.
School Sports
For WW-P school sports information, call the hotline: 609-716-5000, ext. 5134. @pt:North/South Baseball. NJSIAA Preliminaries. Call for time.
North/South Track. Mercer County Tournament. 3:45 p.m.
North Volleyball. South. 4 p.m.
South Baseball. At Lawrence. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Lawrence. 4 p.m.
South Tennis. At Lawrence. 4 p.m.
South Volleyball. At North. 4 p.m.
Drama
The Prince and the Pauper, Westminster Conservatory, The Playhouse, Princeton, 609-921-2663. www.rider.edu. Actors Company, $15. 6 p.m.
The Full Monty, Academy Theater, 146 Route 130, Bordentown, 609-291-9000. www.theacademytheatre.com. Musical adapted from the 1997 film features six out-of work men who organize a strip act to supplement their income. For mature audiences. $25. 8 p.m.
Children of Eden, Bridge Players Theater Company, Broad Street Methodist Church, 36 East Broad Street, Burlington, 856-303-7620. www.bridgeplayerstheatre.com. Sign interpreted performance. $18. 8 p.m.
Mrs. Packard, McCarter Theater at the Berlind, 91 University Place, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. World premiere of drama by Emily Mann. $35 to $48. After hours theater party available. 8 p.m.
The Goodbye Girl, Off-Broadstreet Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766. www.off-broadstreet.com. Neil Simon’s romantic comedy, paired with music by Marvin Hamlisch, is based on the movie. A single mother, her daughter, and an actor share an apartment. Through June 2. $25.50 to $27.25. 8 p.m.
The Deacons, Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, Front and Montgomery streets, Trenton, 609-392-0766. www.passagetheatre.org. World premiere of drama by Yusef Komunyakaa commissioned and developed by Passage features the story of two men who served in the underground civil rights militia known as the Deacons for Defense. $25. 8 p.m.
Hospitality Suite, Villagers Theater Black Box, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2210. www.villagerstheatre.com. Drama. $12. 8 p.m.
Dancing
Ballroom Dance Lesson and Social, Paula Ludo’s Ballroom, 23 Hankins Road, East Windsor, 908-534-0004. Lesson and social. Register. $20. 7 p.m.
Jersey Jumpers, Central Jersey Dance Society, Unitarian Church, 50 Cherry Hill Road, 609-945-1883. www.centraljerseydance.org. Beginning Lindy lesson, 7:30 p.m; intermediate lesson, 8 p.m. Open dance begins at 8:30 p.m. $15. 7:30 p.m.
