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Princeton Area Events for February 21-24

February 20, 2019 By Hilary Morris

Mercer County Commemorates Black History Month Through Story, Music, Art. Click here to see the list of events this month. https://princetonol.com/announcement/mercer-county-commemorates-black-history-month-through-story-music-art?fbclid=IwAR2KQE8JU57dszAT3YYFf4Ym7KmPnlFUN_v4zofFliwNdKyYGLrTkodxveY

Arts & Entertainment

Friday, February 22
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Art & Music Night, Princeton High School, 151 Moore St., Princeton. The Numina Gallery will display artwork from students around the Princeton Public School District followed by a Big Band Dance hosted by the Princeton High School Jazz Bands. Refreshments will be available. An ideal opportunity to see and hear why the Visual and Performing Arts Department are a nationally-recognized program, and Princeton High School has been designated a New Jersey Model School in the Arts. Our distinguished faculty members provide sequential instruction in each arts discipline, challenging each student to reach his or her potential. Click here for more info.

Friday February 22 - Sunday, February 24
8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Four Weddings and an Elvis, Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. In this hilarious romantic comedy, three-times-divorced Sandy is the owner of a Las Vegas wedding chapel that is hosting four of the most memorable ceremonies you will ever see. Getting hitched is about to get a little bit crazy. 609-570-3333 - www.kelseytheatre.net, $18. Through February 24.

Friday, February 22
8:00 p.m.
Organ Concert: Around the World in Eight Compositions, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton University. A sampling of the organ repertoire from eight different countries. Free. www.music.princeton.edu

Saturday, February 23
2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
‘Rapunzel’, Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. The award-winning Kaleidoscope Theatre presents a magically fun musical adaptation of the famous fairytale. Tickets for “Rapunzel” are $10 for children and seniors, and $12 for adults. Tickets may be purchased online at www.KelseyTheatre.net or by calling the Kelsey Box Office at 609-570-3333. Kelsey Theatre is wheelchair accessible, with free parking available next to the theater.

Sunday, February 24
11:00 a.m.
Master Class with Guest Ana Lourdes Novoa, American Repertory Ballet, Princeton Ballet Studio, 301 N. Harrison Street, Princeton Shopping Center. Master Class with guest Ana Lourdes Novoa, former Prima Ballerina from the Cuban National Ballet. Master Classes are open to all dancers in the community. Intermediate level: 11-12:30PM; Advanced level: 1-2:30PM. Register at arballet.org

Sunday, February 24
3:00 p.m.
Get Ready for Mardi Gras with Gordon James, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. Trumpeter and vocalist Gordon James and his band preform original songs from his newly released New Orleans-style CD and popular songs from other artists. 609-924-9529 - www.princetonlibrary.org

Kids & Family

Saturday, February 23
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
High School Entrepreneur Business & Financial Investing Conference, Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County, 1040 Spruce Street, Lawrence, NJ. Students will learn basic financial investing terms and strategies these advisers use within their daily work will also be discussed. Students also learn about local programs in which they can get experience about financial investing while still in high school. For more info, contact David Anderson at danderson@bgcmercer.org. Click here for more info.

Saturday, February 23
9:30 a.m.
Dollhouse and Miniature Show and Sale, First Presbyterian Church, 320 North Main Street, Hightstown. Mini-mansions and scaled-down furniture and accessories for sale, plus door prizes and homemade baked goods and sandwiches. $7. Children under 12 $3. www.downtownhightstown.com

Saturday, February 23
10:30 a.m.
Winter Fairy Land, The Watershed Institute, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. Come celebrate the mystical creatures of the winter Watershed! We will dance, play magical games, listen to winter tales, and create fairy art. We will then venture outside for some winter wonder exploration. Dress in fairy attire for indoor activities and/or bring winter gear for outdoor activities. Children, $10 per child (no charge under age 2). Please register for events here: thewatershed.org/events. Keep in mind that events may be postponed or cancelled due to weather or low registration.

Saturday, February 23
10:30 a.m.
Art for Families, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton University. Gallery activities followed by a related art project. All ages. Free. www.artmuseum.princeton.edu

Saturday, February 23
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Washington's Birthday Celebration, Rockingham, County Rte. 603, halfway between Rte. 518 in Rocky Hill and Rte. 27 in Kingston, NJ. Rockingham Historic Site offers its annual Washington’s Birthday event. Washington trivia and refreshments. Tour size limited—RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Call 609-683-7132 or go to www.rockingham.net for more info.

Saturday, February 23
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Drag Queen Story Hour for Kids & Adults — Featuring Harmonica Sunbeam, Labyrinth Books, 116 Nassau Street, Princeton. Kids, families, adults of all ages & all our friends & allies are invited for a fun & engaging story hour featuring the fabulous Harmonica Sunbeam. Now featuring book-signing by the noted author of the delightful ”Neither”, Airlie Anderson! Drag Queen Story Hour helps children learn about gender diversity, promotes self-acceptance, & builds empathy through stories & songs. Miss Sunbeam will lead the children through fun songs & stories, followed by some delightful craft-making. DQSH teaches children to accept & celebrate gender diversity in themselves & others, & helps to curb bullying of LGBTQIA children. Proudly presented by the Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice as our first community fundraiser. All proceeds go directly to our burgeoning community activist center, educational enclave, & safe-space for all our kids, families, & beautifully diverse folks everywhere! Click here for more info.

Sunday, February 24
4:30 p.m.
Won't You Be My Neighbor Screening, Princeton Junior School, 90 Fackler Rd, Lawrence Township. Join Princeton Junior School parents and faculty for a screening of Won't You Be My Neighbor: An exploration of the life, lessons, and legacy of iconic children's television host Fred Rogers. Pot Luck Dinner and discussion (6:00-7:00) - Bring your favorite dish to share! PJS Founder Julianna McIntyre Fenn and Head of School Silvana Clark will lead a discussion after the film highlighting essential ways to help your child recognize their strengths and foster a true love of learning. We recommend the movie be viewed by children ages 8 and older. Free childcare will be available for children ages 2 and above during the movie. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is required. To RSVP or for more information, email info@princetonjuniorschool.org.

Eat & Drink

Saturday, February 23
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Winter Artisan Market, Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes. Visit Unionville for a day of art, artisan crafts, gourmet foods, live music, and delicious wine. Fine producers will join us in the winery, tasting room, and cave room on Saturday from 12pm-6pm and Sunday from 12pm-5pm. There is no cost to attend. Tastings are $10. Wine is always available by the bottle, glass, or case. https://unionvillevineyards.com/pages/upcoming-events

The Great Outdoors

Sunday, February 24
2:00 p.m.
Historic Princeton Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Bainbridge House, 158 Nassau St., Princeton. Enjoy a 90 minute* walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Bainbridge House, Nassau Hall, the University Chapel and Palmer Square. The early history of Princeton, the founding of the University and the American Revolution are just some of the stories from Princeton’s history that you will learn on your tour. Tickets are $7. Advance purchase is recommended, as space is limited. Walk up ticket sales are cash only; guides cannot provide change. Click here for more info.

Health & Wellness

Thursday, February 21
1:30 p.m.
"Eating for the Heart of It", McCaffrey's West Windsor, 355 Princeton Hightstown Road, West Windsor. Join Jill Kwasny, MS, RDN for another free, fun and informative program at McCaffrey's Market. This month's topic will be "Eating for the Heart of It" in recognition of Valentine's Day and American Heart Month. Jill will address the latest recommendations from the American Heart Association and provide tips to demonstrate how small dietary changes can result in big health benefits. As always, we will have something healthfully delicious for our guests to sample. Please RSVP to nutritionist@mccaffreys.com or call 215 7507713 to reserve your seat.

Personal Interest

Friday, February 22
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Gotham Princeton Networking Lunch Event, Agricola, 11 Witherspoon St., Princeton. For the next Gotham Princeton networking lunch event, the featured speaker will be John Walsh, Walsh Senior Solutions Founder and President. John will be speaking about downsizing and the art in doing it successfully. Cost is $38. Payment cannot be made at the door but is easy to do on the Gotham website. Click here for more info.

Friday, February 22
4:30 p.m.
Brexit Lecture, Princeton University, 185 Nassau Street, Princeton. Escaping from History: The Dreamworld of Brexit - James Stewart Film Theater. Irish writer and theater critic Fintan O'Toole lectures on Brexit. Free.
www.arts.princeton.edu

Saturday, February 23
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Princeton Photo Workshop: NEW! Behind the Curtain at Philadelphia's Kimmel Center. The Kimmel Center's immense barrel vault roof of folded plate glass encloses a visually dramatic civic space and a lively indoor street scene. During our class, we'll have access to photograph performance spaces, and possibly performers in rehearsal, from unique perspectives and to shoot in areas of this spectacular building not accessible to individual visitors. Learn how to make memorable images of people, concerts and spectacular architecture while honing all your photography skills. https://princetonphotoworkshop.com/trips/kimmel, $99

Saturday, February 23
2:00 p.m.
Mark Twain and the Gilded Age, The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, 299 Parkside Ave, Trenton. Urban historian David Bosted lectures on Mark Twain's visit to Trenton on February 23, 1869. www.ellarslie.org

Sunday, February 24
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Emily's Cafe and Catering Wedding and Event Open House, Mountain Lakes House, 57 Mountain Ave, Princeton. Join Emily's Cafe and Catering on Sunday, February 24th from 12-3pm for a Mountain Lakes House Wedding and Event Open House. Tour the Mountain Lakes House, Princeton's beautiful and unique, private lakefront venue with Emily's, the exclusive MLH caterer. There are 2019 dates available for your wedding or special event! RSVP to emilyscafe.catering@verizon.net.