Programs include in-person, virtual, or hybrid.
EVERGREEN FORUM FALL 2025 OPEN HOUSE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursday, July 31, noon–4:00 p.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1160
SAVE THE DATE
2025 CMAP FALL BENEFIT
SEASONS OF INNOVATION
CONNECTION, PURPOSE, AND LIFELONG LEARNING
Thursday, September 11, 5:30 p.m.
(In-Person at 101 Poor Farm Road, Princeton)
2025 Leadership Awards:
• Individual Honoree: Albert Stark
• Corporate Honoree: Penn Medicine Princeton Health
• Community Impact Honoree: CMAP Evergreen Forum
https://cmaprinceton.org/fall-fundraiser/
EVERGREEN FORUM:
Fall 2025 Course List
Classes begin in September and October 2025.
https://cmaprinceton.org/evergreen-forum/
SPOTLIGHT JUNE 2025
THE LATE SHIFT — WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT CMAP
(In-Person at NSK Location)
CMAP is now open from 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. every Wednesday starting in June.
What’s Available?
We’re fully open. Enjoy a coffee in the lounge, spend some time on the patio, get tech help, or join us for one of our many great programs.
AGELESS GRACE (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday Evenings, July 9 and August 6, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Fee: $5 per session
This unique group exercise program is specially designed to boost cognitive skills and enhance physical function through body-brain exercises. Ageless Grace is backed by research in neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to reshape and adapt through new experiences. Each exercise targets key brain functions like memory, sensory perception, motor skills, and thought processing.
Instructor: Allyson Toth
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1141
BEGIN AGAIN: NAVIGATING CHANGE AND TRANSITION (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 9 and July 16, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 resident, $30 nonresident
Whether because we change or life changes, we sometimes find ourselves having to begin again. This can happen if we move, lose a partner, our children leave home, we age out of work or pastimes, our preferences change — or we want something different out of our lives. In this two-session class, we’ll review and put into practice strategies for starting over.
Instructor: Lynn Aylward
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1144
BRUSHSTROKES OF JOY: A CMAP SUMMER ART SHOWCASE (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 16, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Join us for a special summer evening filled with color, creativity, and heart. Our talented CMAP art students, guided by instructor Christina Rang, will present a joyful and eclectic collection of works — each piece a reflection of their unique voice and artistic journey.
From bold brushstrokes to delicate lines, discover a variety of styles and techniques infused with passion, imagination, and a touch of art magic. Hear the artists speak about what inspires them and celebrate their accomplishments together with us.
Let’s gather, admire, and connect — because art, after all, is one of the most beautiful ways to share what truly matters.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1148
DOCUMENTARY SCREENING CLUB
Expand your understanding of the world through film with monthly opportunities to watch thought-provoking documentaries and engage in stimulating conversations with other curious minds, led by Judith Zinis.
Facilitator: Judith Zinis has taught film studies at Ocean County College and as a Fulbright Scholar at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Greece. She has also taught Documentary Films with Evergreen Forum.
“WALTZ WITH BASHIR” (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 16, 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Fee: $10
Join us this month for the documentary: “Waltz with Bashir”: An animated documentary where a filmmaker tries to uncover his repressed memories of the 1982 Lebanon War, specifically the Sabra and Shatila massacre.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1158
“WEINER” (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, August 20, 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Fee: $10
Join us this month for the documentary “Weiner”: A behind-the-scenes look at Anthony Weiner’s scandalous 2013 New York City mayoral campaign, as new sexting allegations emerge and derail his attempted comeback.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1157
THE LAW OF THE LAND: THE SUPREME COURT YEAR IN REVIEW (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 9, 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Fee: $5
92nd Street Y is back with a Live Stream of their annual review of the Supreme Court’s latest Term with a host of great panelists. This blockbuster year included emergency challenges to many of President Trump’s Executive Orders, testing presidential authority in immigration, deportation, and budget cuts. Key cases addressed voting and transgender rights, ghost guns, parental rights in education, online age verification, flavored e-cigarettes, antitrust actions, Mexico’s gun lawsuit, nuclear waste storage, and employment discrimination. Panelists: Tiffany Graham, constitutional law scholar and professor; William Treanor, Georgetown Law Dean; Neal Katyal, Supreme Court advocate and former Deputy Solicitor General; and Jeffrey Rosen, President/CEO of the National Constitution Center. Moderated by law professor and legal analyst Thane Rosenbaum
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1173
MUSIC ON THE PATIO
Join us for live music and refreshments on our patio on the fourth Wednesday evening of every month this summer.
A CELTIC SERENADE WITH THERESA MORROW & KEN MALBERG (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 23, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Fee: $10
Picture this: A warm summer evening, a soft breeze carrying the sound of soulful Celtic melodies through the air, and you—sipping a milkshake, swaying to the rhythm, feeling like you’ve just stepped into the easiest, dreamiest resort vibe. Theresa Morrow & Ken Malberg will whisk you away with their enchanting tunes, filling the night with music that soothes the soul and lifts the spirit. Whether you’re here to unwind, catch up with friends, or simply soak in the magic, this evening promises to be light, lovely, and full of connection.
Light refreshments will be served!
Performance will move indoors in case of bad weather.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1177
A SUMMER EVENING OF CHINESE MUSIC (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, August 27, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Fee: $10
Join us for a magical evening under the summer sky as we welcome young, talented musicians sharing the beauty of traditional Chinese music. Let the gentle sounds of the bamboo flute and other beloved instruments guide you on a cultural journey that celebrates connection, heritage, and harmony. Come, listen, linger—and experience what togetherness truly feels like.
Light refreshments will be served!
Performance will move indoors in case of bad weather.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1178
WEDNESDAY NIGHT WATCH PARTY
“THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND” (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 30, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Eccentric lottery winner Charles (Tim Key) lives on a remote island and has one singular dream: to reunite his favorite indie folk band, McGwyer Mortimer. He invites former bandmates and ex-lovers Herb (Tom Basden) and Nell (Carey Mulligan) for a private concert. But as old tensions resurface amidst the island’s isolation, Charles’s dream gig becomes a poignant and often hilarious exploration of nostalgia, letting go of the past, and the enduring power of music.
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music; Rating: PG-13; Running Time: 1 hour, 39 minutes
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1192
“THE PIANO LESSON” (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, August 13, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Step into the powerful world of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “The Piano Lesson”. Set in 1930s Pittsburgh, this gripping drama centers on the Charles family and their deeply carved, generations-old piano. When brother Boy Willie aims to sell the heirloom to buy land, his sister Berniece fiercely opposes him, seeing the piano as a sacred vessel of their ancestors’ history. Their clash ignites a haunting confrontation about identity, inheritance, and the struggle to honor the past while forging a future.
Genre: Drama, Music; Rating: PG-13; Running Time: 2 hours, 7 minutes
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1191
NOW SCREENING
FRIDAY FILMS
“NONNAS” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Friday, July 11, 1:00 p.m.
After the loss of his mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the chefs.
Genre: Comedy; Rated: PG ; Runtime: 1 hour, 54 minutes
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1162
“THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Friday, August 1, 1:00 p.m.
Wes Anderson returns with a star-studded cast for “The Phoenician Scheme”. A globe-trotting espionage caper unfolds as a ruthless tycoon reconnects with his estranged nun daughter, thrusting them into a whimsical world of scheming rivals and unexpected alliances.
Genre: Comedy/Action/Crime; Rated: PG-13; Runtime: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1163
THE SILVER SCREEN
Join us for streaming of popular television series. Due to the length of each episode, each session will stream 2-3 episodes of the show.
“GRACE AND FRANKIE” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Mondays, July 7 through July 28, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, Grace and Frankie have been rivals for as long as they can remember. Their one-upmanship comes crashing to a halt, however, when they learn that their husbands have fallen in love with each other and want to get married. As everything around the ladies is coming apart, the only thing they can really rely on is each other.
Each week three episodes of season one will stream, with the final week streaming four.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1188
“THE PITT” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursdays and Fridays, August 7 through August 29, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Get ready for an intense and unflinching look at the daily realities of frontline healthcare! Join us for a screening of The Pitt, the gripping new medical drama starring Noah Wyle, offering a raw and realistic portrayal of a bustling Pittsburgh emergency room over an in-time fifteen-hour shift. If you miss an episode, we’ll provide updates to get you up-to-speed.
Each session, two episodes will be streamed.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1189
ARTS & CULTURE
THE ART OF THE NOCTURNE: MUSIC OF THE NIGHT (Zoom)
Thursday, August 14, 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $10 resident/$15 nonresident
Mysterious, lyrical, and evocative of twilight moods, the nocturne has captured listeners’ imaginations for generations. While Frederic Chopin made the genre famous, he was not its inventor. In this class, we’ll trace the nocturne’s evolution from its early 19th-century roots through its transformations in the hands of later composers. Along the way, we’ll explore how this intimate musical form has expressed the many shades of night across time and style.
Instructor: Brenda Leonard
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1143
BEGINNERS ART WORKSHOP (In-Person at SPB Location)
Tuesdays, July 15 through August 26, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Fee: $90 resident/$100 nonresident
This class will guide you in the art of painting and help you appreciate the beauty in the world around you. Whether working on a still life, landscape, or portrait, you will learn to convey each scene through light, texture, and color. You’ll begin with choosing a medium—pencil, watercolor, acrylic, or any other you’re drawn to or eager to explore.
Instructor: Christina Rang
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1145
CREATING ART FROM FOUND OBJECTS (In-Person at SPB Location)
Thursdays, July 10 to August 14, 2:00–3:30 p.m.
Fee: $40 resident/$50 non-resident
Expand and explore your creative thinking through the creation of collages and assemblages that look to redefine how we see the world of found objects. This four-week class will be a combination of workshops and hands-on assignments focused on learning about and creating art from found objects. No prior art experience is needed and even encouraged to enjoy this class.
Please note all starting materials will be included in the cost of this class though additional materials may want to be purchased to continue the work outside of class.
Instructor: Jeffrey Keyton - Jeffrey Keyston is the former award-winning SVP Head of Design for MTV.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1154
THE GOLDEN AGE OF RADIO (Zoom)
Tuesdays and Thursdays in July & August, 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Step into the Golden Age of Radio on Zoom! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for a nostalgic journey into the past, featuring iconic shows such as X Minus One on Tuesdays and Gunsmoke on Thursdays. Experience the enchantment of this era as we bring the magic of sound and imagination to life. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be entertained and amazed!
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1167
LET’S LEARN & CREATE! ART SERIES WITH LISA BAYER (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, July 16 through August 20, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Fee: $10 per session or $50 for series
This informative, fun, and therapeutic series combines lectures in art history on varying artists like Georgia O’Keeffe, Vincent Van Gough, and Antoni Gaudi with your very own art project based on their work. Join us for one or as many sessions as you would like throughout this incredible series and experience the history of art through hands-on learning.
Instructor: Lisa Bayer
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1209
LIBRARY READS (Zoom)
Monday, July 7, 1:00 p.m.
Monday, August 4, 1:00 p.m.
The Princeton Public Library team will be showcasing some of the latest and most notable book titles, offering recommendations to help you expand your reading list.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1175
LIVE FROM...GLOBAL VIRTUAL WALKING TOURS (In-Person at NSK Location)
Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $5 per session
Join us for virtual travel through new and exciting “Live From” walking tours of various countries from around the globe. Hear from live, local tour guides as they walk you through city streets discussing history, culture, architecture, and so much more.
Please note: Live From tours are live and can be weather and guide dependent. Locations will be promoted and emailed to those who register to receive notifications ahead of each trip but may change at the last moment.
Payment is accepted at the door!
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1093
THE PAINTER’S STUDIO (In-Person at SPB Location)
Fridays, July 11 through August 29, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Fee: $90 resident/$100 nonresident
Step into The Painter’s Studio, a dynamic and inspiring class designed for painters ready to take their skills to the next level. This intermediate-level course is your opportunity to refine techniques, experiment with new styles, and develop your unique artistic voice. Students to provide their own supplies. List available upon request.
Instructor: Christina Rang
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1179
THE WONDERS OF WORDPLAY — SUMMER QUARTER (Zoom)
Mondays, July 7 through September 29, 2:00 p.m. (no meeting 9/1)
Fee: $10
Join our cooperative-style poetry workshop where participants share their own poems, receive constructive feedback, and are given a weekly prompt for inspiration. All poets, whether novices or seasoned pros, are welcome.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1194
DISCOVERY HUB
Welcome to the Discovery Hub! Your go-to-destination for aging well and life planning. Here you will find seminars, hands-on workshops, consultations, informative screenings, and interactive Lunch & Learn sessions covering a wide range of topics.
MEDICARE APPOINTMENTS (In-Person at NSK Location)
Second and fourth Mondays of each month.
Our Medicare expert, Roderick Spann from Senior Advisors, will be on-site every second and fourth Monday to assist with Medicare-related questions, enrollment, and guidance. Stop by for personalized support and expert advice!
UNITED WAY (In-Person at NSK Location)
Get Personalized Support for NJ Save, Get Covered NJ, and SNAP!
Appointments vary by month, so please check our website for more details.
Our United Way Resource Specialist will be available every first and third Thursday to provide assistance with NJ Save, Get Covered NJ, and SNAP applications. Whether you have questions or need guidance, we’re here to help. Book your appointment today to secure your spot for a one-on-one session with an expert who can guide you through the process.
INNOVATIONS IN HEARING HEALTH (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Wednesday, July 23, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Dive into the latest breakthroughs in technology, treatment, and personalized care that are revolutionizing how we understand and improve hearing with Hearing Audiology.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1169
INSIDE NJ AUTO INSURANCE: WHAT THEY DON’T WANT YOU TO KNOW (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursday, August 21, 11:00 a.m.–noon
Learn what the insurance companies hope you never find out—from coverage traps and misleading policy options to the critical protections every driver needs. If you live, drive, or advise clients in New Jersey, this is must-know information.
Presenter: Robert Bratman
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1170
IS IT AN EMERGENCY? (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Monday, August 11, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Whether it’s an accidental injury or sudden chest pains, knowing when to call 911 is essential. Join Barbara Vaning, MHA, EMT, EMT Training Center Coordinator with Penn Medicine Princeton Health, for this interactive, educational lecture designed to teach you when to call for help. Topics include: what constitutes an emergency; what you need to tell the emergency dispatcher when you call; what to do if you cannot talk; and what you can do while waiting for help to arrive.
Presenter: Barbara Vanning
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1171
TENDING TO YOUR MENTAL HEALTH (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesday, August 5, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
If you’re interested in learning more about caring for your mental health and emotional wellbeing, this presentation will cover strategies to help effectively navigate your experience, seek support as needed, and build your own practices that can increase your emotional wellbeing.
Presenter: Kate Hall, LCSW. Kate has more than fifteen years of experience working with older adults and providing counseling to adults of all ages.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1187
WOMENS HEART HEALTH (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Wednesday, July 16, 12:00–1:00 p.m.
In this session, we will focus on the specific risks women face concerning heart disease. We’ll explore why women are at a greater risk, recognize the common symptoms—many of which can differ from those in men—and emphasize the importance of regular health screenings. The session will also cover key risk factors, effective prevention strategies, and practical steps to improve heart health. Our goal is to empower everyone with the knowledge and tools needed to take proactive steps in managing their heart health and reducing their risk.
Presenter: Maya Cardenas
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1193
GAMES & RECREATION
GAMES DAY (In-Person at SPB Location)
Tuesdays in July & August, 1:00–4:00 p.m. (no meeting 7/1 and 7/8)
Join us for an afternoon of game playing at CMAP! Whether you come with a partner or a few friends, you’re invited to enjoy a variety of games including Canasta, Mah Jongg (BYO set), Scrabble, and Social Bridge. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Registration required due to limited space.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1166
LEARN TO PLAY HAND & FOOT CANASTA WITH NEILIA (In-Person at NSK Location)
Tuesday, July 15, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Fee: $25 resident, $30 non-resident
A fun and easy card game in the Canasta family of games. Hand & Foot has become very popular and can be played with 2–4 players, in partnerships or individually. Enrollment is limited to 8 students to ensure a successful learning experience with a minimum of 6. Note: There is a materials fee of $4 payable to the instructor in class.
Instructor: Neilia Makadok is a professional educator and management consultant who has taught Canasta and Mah Jongg for more than twenty years.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1174
POKER: TEXAS HOLD ’EM OPEN PLAY (In-Person at SPB Location)
Thursday, August 7 and August 21, 2:00–3:30 p.m. (no meeting in July)
Ready to test your poker face? Join our Texas Hold ’em group for exciting, strategy-filled games! This is perfect for those who already have a basic understanding of the game. Enjoy the thrill of poker in a friendly, no-money environment. Sharpen your skills, meet new friends, and have a great time — no stakes, just fun!
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1181
HEALTH & WELLNESS
AGELESS GRACE (In-Person at NSK Location)
Fridays, July 25 and August 22, 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Wednesday Evenings, July 9 and August 6, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Fee: $5 per session
This unique group exercise program is specially designed to boost cognitive skills and enhance physical function through body-brain exercises. Ageless Grace is backed by research in neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to reshape and adapt through new experiences. In this session, you’ll engage in twenty-one fun and effective movements (known as “tools”) performed while comfortably seated. Each exercise targets key brain functions like memory, sensory perception, motor skills, and thought processing. Plus, having fun is a must! Don’t miss this chance to refresh your mind and body.
Instructor: Allyson Toth
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1141
BLOOD DRIVE (In-Person at SPB Location)
Thursday, August 7, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Your single blood donation has the power to save up to three lives. Join us in making a profound difference in our community. It’s a simple act of kindness that has an immeasurable impact. Hosted by the American Red Cross and the Princeton Health Department.
Appointments required: Register for an appointment here.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1147
CHAIR MOVES & GROOVES (Zoom)
Tuesdays, July 8 through July 29, 1:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, August 5 through August 26, 1:00 p.m.
Monthly Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
Come and join our month-long chair aerobics workshop on Zoom, packed with music and energy! This program aims to enhance your endurance and fortify your body, mind, and spirit. All you need are hand weights (or substitutes like water bottles or cans), therapy bands, and comfy attire. Let’s exercise together and feel the difference!
Instructor: Laraine Alison
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1150
EVERY BODY WALK! (Various Locations)
Tuesdays, May 6 through October 28, 8:50–10:00 a.m.
Discover the perfect blend of scenic exploration and expert guidance with our complimentary walking program on the beautiful trails of Princeton. Led by a seasoned physical therapist, it’s not just a walk — it’s a chance to ask questions and learn about walking safety while surrounded by nature’s beauty. Walking sticks and canes are welcome, although participants must be able to keep pace with the group. Embrace the rhythm of the trails and let the journey unfold! This program is offered in partnership with Innovative Physical Therapy in Princeton.
Registration Required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1047
THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD (In-Person at SPB Location)
Tuesdays, July 15 through August 26, 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $60 resident/$70 non-resident
Discover the power of the Feldenkrais Method in this seven-session class! Enhance movement, flexibility, and coordination through gentle actions and focused mind-body connections. Experience increased ease, range of motion, and graceful movement. Remember to bring your exercise mat, or one will be provided.
Instructor: Jackie Boone
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1161
FUSION YOGA (In-Person at SPB Location)
Monday, July 14 through July 28, 11:00 a.m.
No sessions in August
Monthly Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident
This in-person bespoke yoga class is designed to invigorate the body, clear the mind, and uplift the spirit. Through a blend of movement, stretching, breath work, and balance exercises utilizing props like chairs, blocks, walls, and the floor, we’ll ensure that every posture is both meaningful and the asana awesome! Anticipate thirty minutes of gentle flowing sequences, making poses accessible to all levels, followed by fifteen minutes of stretching and reflective practice.
Instructor: Debbi Gitterman
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1165
PINGPONGPARKINSON (In-Person at SPB Location)
Wednesdays in July & August, 3:00–4:30 p.m. (no meeting 7/2)
Ping pong is a global sports movement which offers physical exercise as an effective way to improve Parkinson’s symptoms.Join us in a supportive and engaging environment beginning with some fun body warm-up exercises, ping-pong technical demonstrations/lessons, gameplay, song and laughter.Registration required, no fee.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1180
SOLVENTS & GLUE (In-Person at SPB Location)
Tuesdays, July 15 through August 26, 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $60 resident/$70 non-resident
This seven-session exercise class is a groundbreaking movement system designed to strengthen and stabilize major joints in your body. Led by certified teacher Jackie Boone, these innovative lessons will invigorate your musculoskeletal system and complement various physical exercise and wellness practices. Sign up for a journey of self-discovery and empowerment through mindful movement.
Instructor: Jackie Boone
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1183
TABLE TENNIS (In-Person at SPB Location)
Every Monday and Friday, 1:00–4:30 p.m. (no sessions on 7/4 or 7/7)
Join us for camaraderie, exercise, and fun! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all skill levels are welcome to participate in this energetic and exciting sport. Come and enjoy the game with us!
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1185
THERAPEUTIC CHAIR YOGA & MEDITATION – SUMMER QUARTER (Zoom)
Thursdays, July 10 through September 25, 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $100 resident/$110 nonresident
Therapeutic chair yoga and meditation is a gentle, accessible form of Hatha yoga practiced seated or standing, rather than on a mat. It’s adaptable for all skill levels, including those with balance issues or injuries. Participants will enjoy nourishing postures (asanas), breathwork (pranayama), and meditation in a thoughtfully balanced sequence. This practice helps improve flexibility, strength, balance, and energy, while increasing range of motion. Enjoy the serenity of a relaxing class that moves at a mindfully slow pace.
Instructors: Danalee Gascon & Lyn Lilavati Sirota
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1190
ZEN MAT YOGA: FIND YOUR CENTER – SUMMER QUARTER (Zoom)
Monday, July 7 through September 29, 10:00 a.m. (no class 9/1)
Fee: $80 resident/$90 nonresident
Discover the transformative power of yoga in this comprehensive workshop. Explore strength-building postures, breathwork, soothing sounds, and meditation for profound relaxation. Perfect for beginners and experienced yogis alike. Bring your yoga mat, yoga strap, blocks/bolsters, water bottle, and wear comfy clothes. Join us and rejuvenate your body and mind!
Instructor: Joy Cline-Okoye
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1195
PICKLEBALL MANIA
Explore the diverse schedule of our monthly pickleball activities taking place in-person at the Suzanne Patterson Building located at 45 Stockton Street in Princeton, New Jersey at: https://cmaprinceton.org/health-wellness/
LEVEL 1 – BEGINNER PICKLEBALL
Players should be brand new to the sport or looking to refresh their skills.
INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL: A LEARN TO PLAY THREE-WEEK WORKSHOP
Get into the game of pickleball with this three-week workshop designed to introduce you to this incredible sport! Build the foundations of your skills and dive headfirst into your newest obsession: Pickleball!
Fee: $60 resident/$65 nonresident
• Wednesdays, July 9 through July 23, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1172
LEVEL 2 – ADVANCED BEGINNER PICKLEBALL
Players should know the basics of the sport and have taken an introductory to pickleball course either through CMAP or somewhere else.
GET IN TO THE GAME: ADVANCED BEGINNERS
Build on Introduction to Pickleball basics in a two-hour gameplay session with your instructor. Improve skills and experience the real game play feel. Participants should wear comfortable/athletic clothes, sneakers, and bring water, though water is available on location if needed.
Fee: $35 resident/$40 nonresident
• Wednesday, July 16, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 30, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/572
PLAY WITH THE PRO: ADVANCED BEGINNERS
After learning the basics of Pickleball, join your instructor for two hours of gameplay designed to improve skill and get a feel for real gameplay.
Fee: $20 resident/$25 nonresident
• Thursday, July 10, 11:00 a.m.–noon
• Thursday, July 17, 11:00 a.m.–noon
• Thursday, July 24, 11:00 a.m.–noon
• Thursday, July 31, 11:00 a.m.–noon
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/572
LEVEL 3 – INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL
Players should have knowledge of the game and be able to keep score, dink, serve, and have taken an intro to pickleball course. Please, no beginners in Prep & Play or Play with the Pro. If you’re new to the sport, check out future classes for Introduction to Pickleball and Get into the Game!
PLAY WITH THE PRO: INTERMEDIATE
This exciting small-group pickleball experience allows players to engage in energetic gameplay while refining skills under the guidance of our expert instructor.
Fee: $20 resident/$25 nonresident
• Thursday, July 10, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, July 17, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, July 24, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, July 31, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/571
PREP & PLAY
Learn new techniques on the court with expert instruction and enjoy open game play with guided support to enhance your game.
Fee: $35 resident/$40 nonresident
• Wednesday, July 9, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 23, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/571
OTHER WAYS TO PLAY
GROUP COURT RENTALS
Reserve our pickleball court at 45 Stockton Street in the Suzanne Patterson Building! Bookings are first-come, first-served, and non-refundable. Available dates and times are listed in the Pickleball Group Court Rental form.
Reduced Rate: $20 per hour
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/417
PRIVATE LESSONS WITH THE PRO
Book personalized one-on-one or small group lessons from our instructor, Carolyn. Focus on specific skills, drills, and more to get into top pickleball shape! Available for any level of play.
Fee $65 resident/$75 nonresident
• Thursday, July 10, noon–1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, July 17, noon–1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, July 24, noon–1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, July 31, noon–1:00 p.m.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/504
LIFELONG LEARNING
AMERICAN ANTI-HEROINES: THE EVOLUTION OF LITERARY FEMALE VILLAINS (Zoom)
Tuesdays, July 8 through July 29, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Fee: $40 resident, $50 nonresident
This short course explores the evolving depiction of female villains in fiction by American women writers from a period running roughly from the American Civil War to World War 2. Ranging across realist and more supernatural stories and novellas, we will be encountering issues and cultural phenomena such as gender roles, the marriage problem, class distinctions, ethnic and religious differences, and conflicts around housework, but also the afterlife, superstition, and debates about what it means to be human.
The course focuses in particular on lesser-known authors and texts, in order to widen understandings of the kinds of topics and issues covered by female writers at the time, and to move past assumptions about the outputs of “nice lady writers” in an era when first-wave feminism was building momentum on both sides of the Atlantic.
Leader: Dr. Dara Downey is a Teaching Fellow in American Literature in Trinity College Dublin, where she also teaches English on the Trinity Access Program . She is the author of American Women’s Ghost Stories in the Gilded Age (2014) and editor of The Irish Journal of Gothic and Horror Studies
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1142
COSMOLOGY (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m.; Annual Fee: $40
Dive into the mysteries of the universe with our dynamic Cosmology group. Join us for engaging, peer-led discussions that explore the wonders of physics and metaphysics. Come expand your mind and unravel the secrets of the cosmos.
Leader: Contact brucewallman@gmail.com for more information.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1152
THE DEADLY SINS OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND HOW IT’S CHANGING SOCIETY (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursdays, July 10 through July 24, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Fee: $30 resident, $40 nonresident
In a world increasingly shaped by algorithms and instant gratification, social media has become an undeniable force. This three-week course delves into the “deadly sins” of the digital age, exploring how platforms designed for connection can foster feelings from envy to pride and sloth to greed. We will critically examine the profound societal impacts of these digital vices, from their influence on mental health and political discourse to their erosion of privacy and the rise of misinformation. Through engaging discussions and real-world case studies, participants will gain a deeper understanding of social media’s complex landscape and develop strategies for navigating it more consciously and ethically.
Leader: Krista Hendrickson
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1208
DIGGING FOR TRUTH: THE BIBLE, ARCHAEOLOGY, AND THE BATTLE OVER HISTORY (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Monday, August 11, 11:00 a.m.-noon
Fee: $10 resident, $15 nonresident
Explore the ongoing debate between biblical minimalists — who view the Bible as largely late literary construction with limited historical value — and maximalists, who see it as reliable source rooted in historical events. We’ll examine the implications of this debate for understanding the Bible’s origins and the history of ancient Israel.
Leader: Rabbi Ben Adler
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1156
EMPOWERHER: LEADING WITH PURPOSE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Wednesday, August 13, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Fee: $5
How does a woman weave leadership, care, and resilience into lasting community impact? Maureen Gerald brings more than twenty-five years of experience as a counselor, coach, and community leader, grounded in compassion and conviction. In this session, she’ll share her personal journey and how life, challenges, and purpose have shaped her voice as a changemaker in Princeton and beyond. Join us to be inspired by a voice that leads with intention and discover how one woman’s story can spark your own path forward.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1159
EVERGREEN FORUM FALL 2025 OPEN HOUSE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursday, July 31, noon–4:00 p.m.
Evergreen Forum’s Fall 2025 Open House comes this July! Join us to celebrate and meet the Fall semester Course Leaders while learning about their course material before registration. Then, sit in on special one-hour lectures to get an in-person or virtual feel for what Evergreen Forum courses are like. Light refreshments will be served and all those who attend will be entered in to win a free Evergreen Forum class this Fall 2025 semester.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1160
WORDS THAT SHAPED A NATION: FOUR PRESIDENTIAL SPEECHES THAT MADE HISTORY (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesdays, August 5 through August 26, 1:00–2:00p.m.
This four-week course explores the enduring impact of four iconic American presidential speeches. Each week, we will closely examine the text, historical context, immediate public response, and lasting legacy of a pivotal address: George Washington’s Farewell Address, Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, Franklin D. Roosevelt’s First Inaugural Address, and John F. Kennedy’s Inaugural Address. From calls for unity and resilience to redefinitions of national purpose and global responsibility, these speeches reveal how powerful rhetoric can help shape the course of a nation.
Leader: Ben Ridings, curator at the Physick Estate with Cape May MAC (Museum+Arts+Culture)
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1155
SOCIAL CONNECTIONS
Programs
BINGO: WIN LIKE NEVER B4 (In-Person at NSK Location)
Friday, July 25, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
BINGO, bad jokes, and prizes oh my! Join us for a lively afternoon of BINGO where there is no charge and every game ends with a winner! Come for camaraderie and cool prizes. Game play begins at 2:00 p.m.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1146
SEWING STORIES: CRAFT, CALM & CONNECTION (In-Person at NSK Location)
Wednesday, August 6, 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Fee: $10
Reconnect with your creativity in this welcoming, one-session summer workshop designed for adults of all levels. Guided by Dr. Ronah Harris -Emmy Award-winning artist and educator- you’ll explore sewing not just as a craft, but as a meditative and expressive practice. Together, we’ll reflect on how creativity helps us find calm, tell stories, and build community. You’ll leave with something made by hand, and a renewed sense of connection. No experience or materials are needed.
Facilitator: Ronah Harris
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1182
SUMMER FOOD SERIES
EDIBLE ELEGANCE: BOUQUET YOU CAN EAT! (In-Person at NSK Location)
Friday, August 22, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 resident, $25 nonresident
Create, Craft, and (Yes!) Eat Your Floral Masterpiece! Get ready to mix a little art with a lot of yum! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll show you how to turn fresh fruits, veggies, and herbs into stunning, garden-inspired edible bouquets.
No floristry or kitchen experience needed — just a love for beauty, fun, and flavor. You’ll leave with your own delicious bouquet and all the know-how to make more at home. Perfect as a gift… or a treat for yourself! Let’s turn the table into a garden — and snack on it, too!
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1196
FRUITOPIA: A TASTE OF THE TROPICS (In-Person at NSK Location)
Friday, July 18, 1:30–3:00 p.m.
Fee: $10 resident, 15 nonresident
No passport? No problem! Skip the long flights and let your taste buds take the trip. At Fruitopia, we’re bringing the tropics to you — one juicy bite at a time.
Join us for a deliciously relaxing afternoon as we sample a vibrant variety of exotic fruits—some you may have never even heard of! From spiky, slippery, sweet, or sour, every piece comes with a fun fact and a little story. Not only will you taste your way across continents, but you’ll also discover where these wild wonders grow and how they’re enjoyed around the world.
It’s like a world tour… in fruit form!
Save time, money, and jet lag—and come hungry for adventure.
We can’t wait to see you there!
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1164
Groups
AGING GAILY (LGBTQ+) (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesday, July 21 at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Engage in social activities, build friendships, and offer support. Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1198
COMMUNITY WITHOUT WALLS
Community Without Walls is a membership organization of individuals dedicated to pursuing mutually supportive activities to enhance members’ ability to grow older in their own homes and communities, for as long as possible, successfully and with dignity.
For more information, head to our website https://cmaprinceton.org/community-without-walls/.
LET’S TALK (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Wednesdays in July & August, 3:00 p.m.
General conversation group.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1204
TED TALKS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Tuesdays in July, 10:30 a.m.
Together we’ll watch a TED Talk then participate in an awesome discussion led by Helen Burton. Everyone’s invited! This month’s buzzworthy topics
July 1 — Frederik Imbo: How Not to take things personally? (YouTube)
July 8 — No TED Talk scheduled
July 15 — Bernt Bornich: Meet NEO, your robot butler in training.
July 22 — Carole Cadwalladr: This is what a digital coup looks like
July 29 — Lawrence Bernstein: The trick to powerful public speaking
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1186
TRANSITION TO RETIREMENT (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Friday, July 18, 2:30 p.m.
Friday, August 15, 2:30 p.m.
This group addresses many kinds of issues that can arise during the transition to retirement.
Facilitator: Paul Knight
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1207
WOMEN IN RETIREMENT COFFEE KLATCH
Contact WIR for the location of the meeting.
All are welcome.
For more information go to https://wiret.wordpress.com/.
The Global Conversation Community
Join our Global Conversation groups and immerse yourself in language and culture! Whether a native speaker or language learner, our inclusive spaces welcome everyone for rich exchanges and connections.
CAFÉ FRANÇAIS: SUMMER QUARTER (In-Person at NSK Location)
Mondays, July 7 through September 29, 3:00 p.m. (no meeting 9/1)
Fee: $15
Join us for casual French language conversation, focusing on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar enrichment. All levels welcome.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1149
??! (N? H?O!) CHINESE CONVERSATION & FRIENDSHIP GROUP (In-Person at NSK Location)
On hiatus for the summer.
¡SE HABLA ESPAÑOL! CHARLAS DEL CORAZÓN (Zoom)
Not meeting in July
Thursday, August 7, 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Únete a conversaciones dinámicas y actividades que te sumergen en diversas culturas. Con juegos, narraciones y dinámicas interactivas, estos encuentros crean conexiones auténticas. Registro requerido, sin costo.
Join engaging conversations and activities that immerse you in diverse cultures. Through games, storytelling, and interactive dynamics, these sessions foster authentic connections.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1197
SUPPORT GROUPS
BEREAVEMENT (Zoom)
Monday, July 21 at 11:00 a.m.
Monday, August 18 at 11:00 a.m.
(Usually third Monday of each month)
Call Sherri Goldstein 609.819.1226 to attend.
— Monthly gatherings to cope with grief and loss.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1199
CAREGIVERS (Zoom)
Tuesday, July 1 at 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 5 at 3:00 p.m.
(Usually the first Tuesday of each month)
— Monthly meetings to share challenges and experiences.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1200
CLEARING SPACES (Zoom)
Mondays in July & August, 3:00 p.m.
Whether you aim to downsize, organize, or reclaim your closet floor, we invite you to our weekly Zoom meeting. It’s an inspirational and nonjudgmental space where we share tips, challenges, and triumphs in decluttering journeys. Plus, we dedicate part of the hour to accomplishing a small task, ensuring you leave each meeting more organized than when you arrived!
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1201
EARLY-STAGE MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Thursday, July 17, 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 21, 3:00 p.m.
(Usually third Thursday of each month)
— For those with early-stage memory loss. Facilitator – Eileen Doremus
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1202
FORGET-ME-NOT DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Saturday, July 12 at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, August 9 at 10:00 a.m.
(Usually second Saturday of each month)
— Anyone affected by a loved one’s memory loss.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1203
MEMORY CAFÉ (In-Person at NSK Location)
Monday, July 14 at 10:00 a.m.
Monday, August 11 at 10:00 a.m.
(Usually second Monday of each month)
— Memory Café meets monthly on the second Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Caregivers may join in the second hour after Forget-Me-Not, or attend Memory Café as a stand-alone. Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1205
NEXT CHAPTER WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Wednesday, July 9 and July 23 at 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 13 and August 27 at 11:00 a.m.
(Usually second and fourth Wednesday of each month)
— Safe space for grieving and connection after losing a partner.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1206
SPECIAL CONNECTIONS: PARENTS OF ADULTS WITH UNIQUE NEEDS (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Friday, July 11 from 1:00–2:15 p.m.
Friday, August 1 from 1:00–2:15 p.m.
(Usually first Friday of each month)
This group is for parents who are caring for and/or planning for their adult children with unique physical, emotional, or developmental needs.
Facilitator: Dr. John George
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1217
SPECIAL CONNECTIONS SOCIAL GATHERING POTLUCK (In-Person at NSK Location)
Friday, July 18 at 11:00 a.m.
If you’re a parent of an adult with unique needs, please join us with your adult child for a social gathering full of fun, laughter, music, and refreshments! It will be a great way to casually meet others and form relationships. If you are able to please bring a dish that you would like to share with others!
Facilitators: Dr. John George
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1184
TECHNOLOGY
THE DONALD AND NANCY LIGHT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY LAB
Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Our well-appointed and roomy Tech Lab welcomes you with PC’s and MAC computers. Stop by to check your email, get some work done, connect with friends and family or surf the web.
Tech assistance is available two ways: In-Person Monday 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 3:30–5:00 p.m., Wednesday nights and Fridays, from 2:00–5:00 p.m. at our NSK location; and virtually, Monday through Friday.
Appointments recommended.
iLEARN THE iPHONE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)
Monday, August 4 and August 11, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Join us for a two-week crash course on learning the ins and outs of your iPhone. Split across two sessions, August 4 and August 11, learn useful functions and tips and tricks to level up your iPhone usage. After each hour-long class, Nick will stay for an additional hour for help and one-on-one assistance for in person class attendees.
*Please plan to bring your iPhone. This class is ONLY for the iPhone and will NOT cover other phones like Samsung, Google, Motorola, etc.
Registration required, no fee.
https://engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/event/1168
EVERGREEN FORUM: FALL 2025 COURSE LIST
Classes begin in September and October 2025.
https://cmaprinceton.org/evergreen-forum/
AMMONITES AND CLEOPATRA: TWO BY PENELOPE LIVELY (Virtual)
Lynne Cullinane
Explore a vivid autobiography and a memorable novel by the acclaimed English writer, Penelope Lively.
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for six weeks beginning October 9 through November 13.
AN INQUIRY CONCERNING DEMOCRACY IN AMERICA (Hybrid)
Gary Sykes
A forward and backwards look at democracy through Alexis de Tocqueville’s great classic, “Democracy in America.”
Fridays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for eight weeks beginning October 3 through November 21.
ASTONISHING ADVENTURES (Hybrid)
Harold Kuskin
Follow adventurers who confronted altitudes, temperatures, and hazards while courting danger and facing death.
Mondays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for seven weeks beginning September 29 through November 10.
APPLYING PRECEPTS OF BUDDHIST THOUGHT FOR WELL-BEING (In-Person)
Robin Shapiro
Learn Buddhist precepts that help develop patience, curiosity, generosity, and community.
Tuesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning September 30 through November 18.
DOCUMENTARY FILMS II (In-Person)
Judy Zinis
Documentaries that question the truth.
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning October 14 through December 2.
THE EVOLUTION OF WESTERN ART, PART 3 (Virtual)
Wendy Worth
Explore changes in the history of Western Art from the Enlightenment through World War I, focusing on “isms” including Romanticism and Impressionism.
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for eight weeks beginning September 25 through November 19. No class on 10/2.
EXPLORING AUTOCRACIES (In-Person)
Martin Oppenheimer
Are autocracies, part of human society for millennia, inevitable? How do they arise and how do they fall?
Fridays from 2:00–3:30 p.m. for six weeks beginning October 3 through November 7.
EXPLORING FEMINIST WRITERS (In-Person)
Carol Friend
Explore transformational narratives through Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s We Should All Be Feminists and Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own.
Fridays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for six weeks beginning October 10 through November 14.
THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SCOTLAND (Hybrid)
Peter Smith
Discover or revisit Scotland; this course will ensure your appreciation of this small and influential country.
Fridays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for six weeks beginning October 10 through November 14.
HISTORY OF THE EUROPEAN RENAISSANCE (Hybrid)
Robert Nolan
Explore how the Renaissance changed everything.
Thursdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning September 25 through November 20. No class on 10/2.
IT COULD BE VERSE: LYRICAL INTRODUCTIONS TO THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK, I AND II (In-Person)
Dave Saltzman
Discover the poetic narratives that preface the song refrains we remember.
Part 1 Wednesdays from 10:00–11:30 a.m. for four weeks beginning October 10 through October 29.
Part 2 Wednesdays from 10:00–11:30 a.m. for four weeks beginning November 5 through December 3. No class on 11/26.
JANE AUSTEN, NOVELS AND FILMS (In-Person)
Dianne Sadoff
We’ll ask how Austen’s novels critique and revise early anxieties about the entailed paternal estate, the financial precarity of daughters, and the necessity of marriage.
Tuesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning September 30 through November 18.
THE KAREN ANN QUINLAN CASE (In-Person)
John Zen Jackson
The right to refuse medical treatment even if death would result began with the Karen Ann Quinlan case. Study the lawsuit, ruling, and developments that followed.
Thursdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for six weeks beginning October 23 through December 4. No class on 11/27.
MEDIA ON THE EDGE: JOURNALISM, INFLUENCERS, AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (Hybrid)
Elaine Jacoby
Which news media are trustworthy? What are the responsibilities of online platforms? And what are the broader implications of AI?
Wednesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning October 8 through November 26.
MINDFULNESS BASED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (In-Person)
Naomi Browar
Learn how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can transform negative thought patterns and overcome anxiety and depression.
Mondays from 1:30–3:00 p.m. for three weeks beginning September 29 through October 3.
MORE FUN MATH YOUR TEACHERS LEFT OUT! (In-Person)
Mark Schlawin
Discover the joy of math by working together on puzzles and conundrums including surprises in probability, logic, and geometry.
Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for six weeks beginning October 15 through November 19.
NATURE & YOUR HEALTH (In-Person)
Jack Carman
Prescribed walks? Birds that change one’s mood? Restorative gardens at hospitals? Discover the effect of nature on health.
Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for four weeks beginning October 8 through October 29.
OCEAN GROVE AND THE HISTORY OF THE HOLINESS MOVEMENT (In-Person)
Rich Hendrickson
Learn how the nineteenth century American Holiness movement blended personal holiness and spiritual renewal with camp meetings.
Tuesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for six weeks beginning September 30 through November 4.
THE RULE OF LAW: HISTORICAL CASE STUDIES (Hybrid)
Phil Carchman & Stan Katz
Study the history of the rule of law in the United States from its English beginnings to the present-day.
Mondays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for six weeks beginning September 29 through November 10.
SCIENCE IN THE NEWS (Hybrid)
Harold Heft and Panelists
Feed your curiosity. Explore the latest scientific breakthroughs and their real-world implications with our expert panel.
Fridays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for eight weeks beginning October 3 through November 21.
“THOUGHT AND CALCULATION”: EXAMINING THE THEATRICAL INVENTION OF TOM STOPPARD IN THREE PLAYS (In-Person)
T.J. Elliot
Explore three intricate, engaging, and intellectually vibrant plays by Tom Stoppard, a great living playwright.
Wednesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for five weeks beginning October 8 through November 5.
THREE EARLY BLACK AMERICAN WOMEN IN WORDS: PHILLIS WHEATLEY, ESTHER “HETTY” SAUNDERS & SOJOURNER TRUTH (In-Person)
Paul F. Soltis
Meet three early Black American women whose works explore creativity and citizenship in the early American republic.
Fridays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for three weeks beginning October 10 through October 24.
SOUTHERN WRITERS: NOVELS AND SHORT STORIES (In-Person)
Judith Wooldridge
Read and discuss the willful, sardonic, surprising, and often funny characters with distinctive voices and attitudes in Faulkner, O’Connor, and Gautreaux—three Southern writers.
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for five weeks beginning October 7 through November 4.
TICK-TOCK, WHAT’S THE PLOT? (In-Person)
Lois Harrod
To paraphrase Rat in “THE WIND AND THE WILLOWS,” there is nothing like messing about in books. Enjoy Tick-Tock iPLOTS in this exhilarating book discussion on steroids.
Wednesdays from 1:30–3:30 p.m. for eight weeks beginning September 24 through November 19. No class on 10/1.
UNDERSTANDING EMOTIONS (In-Person)
Ruth Goldston
Anger, fear, sadness, joy, shame: We feel them, but do we truly understand them? Discover the tools to explore how we sense and experience emotions.
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for six weeks beginning September 25 through November 6. No class on 10/2.
VISIONS OF AMERICA (In-Person)
Roy Carman & Seth Malin
A study of five tumultuous periods in America through history and literature.
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for five weeks beginning September 30 through October 28.
Evergreen Forum corporate sponsors for fall 2025: Bryn Mawr Trust, Home Instead, Homewatch CareGivers, McCaffrey’s, Peapack Private, Penn Medicine Princeton Health, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Stark & Stark Attorneys at Law
The Evergreen Forum uses a first-come, first-served registration system which opens on Tuesday, August 26 at 9:30 a.m. Course format is subject to change.
Evergreen Forum Fees: $95 for three- to four-week courses and $125 for five- to eight-week courses.
Cost should never be a barrier to learning! Senior Scholarships are available to those for whom the fee is a hardship.
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