Events (continued)

4/11 - Downtown Princeton Gallery Crawl, 5:30-7:30pm - Explore Downtown Princeton with a night of art! Drop into open houses at the Arts Council, Princeton University Art Museum’s Art@Bainbridge, the Princeton Public Library, and Small World Coffee‘s Witherspoon Street location to enjoy their current gallery shows, community art making, and refreshments. Free and open to the public. No registration required. artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/downtown-princeton-gallery-crawl/

4/13 – Earth Day Celebration, Herrontown Woods,9-4pm., Come experience the magic and joy of the Forest of Herrontown Woods to celebrate Earth Day. Learn from experts on how to contribute towards sustainability and preservation of the Earth. Activities will include hikes with botanists, preservation of local species, removal of invasive species, composting, experiencing the edible forest, and much more. Relax with family and friends in our botanical garden (the BARDEN!) or get competitive with a game of Ping Pong. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and other baked goods at May's Café. Visit the Veblen House and explore how the Veblens influenced historical events in Princeton, the country, and the world! www.herrontownwoods.org/events/earth-day-2024 Rain Date: April 21, 2024. 600 Snowden Lane, Princeton, NJ 08540 Cost: Free

4/13 – FREE DAR Genealogy Workshop, 10-3pm., Was your ancestor part of the Revolution? Discover if you have a Patriot in your past at the FREE DAR Lineage Research Workshop. Genealogy volunteers will be available to help you research your Patriot ancestry. Please email any available information regarding your lineage so we can start research before the Workshop. PrincetonDARregistrar@gmail.com
Location: Stone Hill Church of Princeton, 1025 Bunn Drive, Princeton

4/13 – SHRED Fest, 10-2pm., The Princeton community is invited to participate in the Household Waste and Shredding Event on Saturday, April 13. The event will take place at the Westminster Choir College Parking Lot (entrance on Franklin Avenue) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., rain or shine. (Princeton residents only) For a list of permitted and prohibited items, please visit www.princetonnj.gov/1386/Household-Recycling-and-SHREDfest-Event

4/14 - Community Passover Program, JCC Princeton Mercer Bucks and Abrams Camps, 1-3pm. Sing Alongs, create your own puppet and watch the Parshah Puppet Show at 2pm. RSVP. jccpmb.org/jccevents

4/14 - Songs and Stories of the American Revolution, Rockingham, 1:30pm., Matthew Dodd returns to Rockingham in the Dutch barn to present “Songs and Stories of the American Revolution.” Dressed in Colonial garb, before a set of a colonial tavern, Matthew takes audiences back in time to the days of the American Colonial settlement and the American Revolution. Using rousing period songs and stories that put the songs into the context of the time, Matthew brings to life the exciting Days of 1776. Matthew sings and plays guitar, banjo and mandolin. Free registration required.Light refreshments available. Call 609-683-7132 or go to www.rockingham.net
County Rte. 603, halfway between Rte. 518 in Rocky Hill and Rte. 27 in Kingston, NJ.

4/14 – Spring Into Song, Hopewell Valley Chorus, 2pm., Hopewell Valley Chorus, Central Church, 2115 Pennington Rd, Ewing.Enjoy this collaborative concert by the Hopewell Valley Chorus, Trenton Children's Chorus, Capital Singers of Trenton, and the Trentones of the College of New Jersey. Free admission. Donations collected will benefit the Trenton Children's Chorus. hopewellvalleychorus@ gmail.com / hopewellvalleychorus.org

4/17 - The Alliance Française de Princeton will host an "apéro" Wednesday, April 17 at 6:30 at Bahama Breeze in the Princeton MarketFair. Anyone who would like to enjoy French conversation over a glass of wine and appetizer or dinner is welcome to join in on the fun! Please RSVP to Gail at gailbruno7@gmail.com.

4/18 – Curb Your Food Cravings, McCaffrey’s West Windsor, 1:30pm., Join McCaffrey's Food Market's Registered Dietitian, Jill Kwasny, for a fun, informative, and free nutrition event. Jill will discuss the difference between actual physical hunger and a food craving. Learn how to identify individual triggers that may precede a food craving. Discover tactics to turn around a midafternoon binge into a healthful snack. As always, Jill will offer menu ideas, cooking techniques, and delicious samples.RSVP to nutritionist@Mccaffreys.com or call 215 750-7713 to reserve your seat.

4/18 - Princeton Mobile Food Pantry Pop Up Art Show, 5:30-8pm., Join a talented group of artists at the Princeton Mobile Food Pantry for an evening featuring a pop-up art show and sale. Additionally, 40% of the proceeds from the sale will be donated by the artists toward supporting the Princeton Mobile Food Pantry's mission of providing fresh groceries to underserved neighbors in Princeton. Wine and light refreshments will be served. 301 North Harrison Street, Princeton (Princeton Shopping Center, between Rita's and Nassau Pediatrics)

4/19 - Princeton Folk Music Society Concert, 8pm - a celebration of the legacy of Pete Seeger with Professor Allan Winkler. Pete Seeger (1919-2014) is one of the most influential figures in American folk music. Allan Winkler is a retired History professor and a performing musician and the author of To Everything There is a Season: Pete Seeger and the Power of Song (New York, Oxford University Press, 2009. Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ. Tickets $25 in advance or at the door. Ample free parking. For advance ticket sales, live-stream access and more information: www.princetonfolk.org.

4/20 – Spring Clean Up Day @Princeton Battlefield State Park, 11-2pm., Join the Princeton Battlefield Society for Spring Clean Up Day at the Princeton Battlefield State Park. A great way to welcome Spring, to enjoy the outdoors, and to work with other friends of the Princeton Battlefield. You're also invited to a pizza party at 2 pm and a tour of the historic Thomas Clarke House. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER. mGarden tools and gloves will be provided. (You're welcome to bring your own.) We have bottled water and snacks. For Registration go to www.pbs1777.org Rain date April 27

4/20 – Earth Day Celebration @Morven Museum & Garden, 11-3pm., Join Sustainable Princeton, Morven, and our community partners for the second annual “Party Like It’s Earth Day!” Community Green Fair. This year’s event will feature activities, workshops, and crafts for all ages, focused on sustainable practice and supporting the environment. Don’t miss local food, dessert, and coffee offerings, and music from The Green Planet Band! The rain date is Sunday, April 21, 2024.
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4/20 - Ballet Mécanique, Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, 7:30pm., Experience a truly extraordinary concert, where open ears and open minds unite. The centerpiece of this captivating event is George Antheil's Ballet Mécanique, an avant-garde masterpiece scored for 4 pianos and 11 percussionists. Recognized as "The Bad Boy of Music," Antheil's notorious "ballet" debuted in Paris exactly a century ago, in 1924. Get ready for an evening of the resounding sounds of pianos and percussion. Witness the harmonious fusion of industrial elements and themes, as everyday objects like car brake drums, lead pipes, thunder sheets and doorbells intertwine. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by additional musical delights throughout the event and performances by the Trenton Circus Squad are guaranteed to make this an unforgettable experience for all! Be bold, be adventurous and be a part of this historic event!
Tickets
Location: Roebling Machine Shop, 675 S Clinton Ave, Trenton, NJ

4/21 - Author Event - Dr. Emelia Timpo @Princeton United Methodist Church, 11:30-1pm., Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary tale of resilience and determination as Dr. Emelia Timpo launches her debut memoir, PERSEVERANCE, at the Princeton United Methodist Church. All are invited to join this momentous occasion, where Dr. Timpo will discuss her book and the powerful themes it explores. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information about Dr. Emelia Timpo and her upcoming book launch, please visit www.emeliatimpo.com. Princeton United Methodist Church is located at 7 Vandeventer Ave, Princeton, NJ 08542

4/21 - Westminster Choir: Music of Awe and Wonder, Rider University, 4pm., The Westminster Choir presents a concert of music that explores the human experiences of beholding awe and wonder through sound. This program features the music of Howells, Lauridsen, Whyte, Brahms, LaVoy, and Gjeilo in addition to iconic Spirituals and Folk Songs.
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4/27 – Free Tree Seedlings, New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign, 10-1pm., Free native tree seedlings will be given away on Saturday, April 27, from 10 am to 1pm at Cavallo Park, 2 Mt. Hope Street, Lambertville, by Lambertville Goes Wild and the Lambertville Environmental Commission. Seedlings come with instructions on how to store, care for, and plant the trees. The instructions also help identify the right place to plant each seedling given the specific needs and expected mature size of the species. The seedlings should be planted within two days after pick-up to prevent the roots from drying out. www.facebook.com/NewJerseyForests/

4/27 – Princeton Porchfest 2024, 12-6pm., Porchfest is a walkable music festival where neighbors offer up their front porches as DIY concert venues. Talented local performers play rotating sets throughout the neighborhood during this day-long celebration of music, art, and our wonderful community. Stroll from porch to porch to enjoy live, local talent! Porchfest is free, open to the public, and designed to be easily accessible by foot and bike. Plus, town is full of amazing options for lunch, dinner, and drinks. Click here for more information

4/28 – Building Princeton (with LEGO), Historical Society of Princeton, 3-5pm., Working from photographs, teams recreate iconic Princeton structures out of LEGO building blocks. Choose among more than 50 historic structures, famous residences, community buildings, and houses of worship to construct a scale model. When complete, models are placed on a 30-foot map of Princeton, providing an amazing aerial view. Fun for all ages. Teams can include up to 4 people, with at least one adult per group.
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4/28 - Community Puppet Show, 3:30-4:30pm, ACP. Join us for an old-fashioned Community Puppet Show! Led by Artist-in-Residence Kenneth Lewis Sr, this collaborative production is designed, constructed, and scripted by Princeton community members of all ages. Handmade puppets and backdrops, storytellers of all ages, and old-timey fun await! artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/puppet-show/

Client Promos

Pastiamo Pasta Bar & Cafe is taking you on a trip to Italy this month with special weekly dinner menus featuring a different regional cuisine! Follow @pastiamopastabarprinceton to see what’s on the special menus each week!

Trivia Nights in the Terhune Winery - Test your knowledge, have fun and win prizes with D.J. Iron Mike in the Terhune winery. Rounds will include categories such as General Knowledge, Entertainment, History & Geography, Sports, Name that Tune. Grab your team and come out for a fun evening, no cover charge, trivia kicks off at 6pm. Come for all 3 in the series April 19, May 10 and June 13. www.terhuneorchards.com/

Want your lawn to look its best? Now is the time for spring turn-ons and installations! Contact NJ Irrigation 609-371-3535 to prepare for the upcoming season!

Wine Tasting @Teresa’s - Join us on April 8, 4-6pm, as we welcome Jeff Holden of Gallo's Luxury Wines division. Jeff will guide us through several wines in his portfolio from benchmark producers from Toscana and Veneto. Different regions, different styles with each wine reflecting typicity and balance. As always, assaggini and snacks will be served...Reserve here 

French Wine Dinner @The Yardley Inn - Join us for a delightful French Wine Dinner inspired by Julia Child's legendary book "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" on Thursday, April 18th from 7 pm to 10 pm. Indulge in a multi-course feast paired perfectly with Vidal-Fleury wines, and take home a complimentary bottle to savor later! Tickets are $135 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Attendance by RSVP only, please contact jsager@yardleyinn.comwww.yardleyinn.com/ • 215-493-3800

Princeton Field Hockey summer program registration is now open. Training sessions will being on June 24th and end July 31st. For more information, please visit www.princetonfhc.com/2024-summer-program. Also, there is still space left in the Spring Program. If you would like to sign up late or try out a month of training, we can offer a pro-rated fee. Please contact Carla Tagliente at princetonfhc@gmail.com for more information.

Princeton Speech-Language & Learning Centeris thrilled to introduce our new blog packed with helpful hints and strategies in the areas of communication, fine and gross motor skills, executive function, and psychological services. Our goal is to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your child's personal growth. Check out our first 4 posts already on our website at www.psllcnj.com

Virtual Information Sessions for Steve & Kate's Camp - Learn more about Steve & Kate's Camp philosophy and activities at one of our upcoming virtual events! The Information Sessions are not specific to any camp location, so please feel free to attend any day/time that works for your schedule! We can't wait to share more about our newest Princeton location and hope you will come to meet us! Follow the link and click RSVP to register! steveandkatescamp.com/events/

SuperHero Family Fun Day @Tumbles Princeton – April 14 – 1:45 – 3:45pm., Wear your fave costume and enjoy a ton of fun activities – obstacle course, story time, rock wall, arts and crafts and MORE. Reservations: princeton@tumbles.net

Charcuterie Demo @Cbar April 10 – Join us at Chauncey’s Cbar for a demo on how to build your own charcuterie board. Our chef will show you how you pull it together – 5-5:30pm. Enjoy the sample afterwards!