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Princeton Insider
Hi there. Welcome to Princeton Insider - the smart and official scoop on things to do, where to shop, and places to eat in Princeton. While celebrating the charm, authenticity, and opportunity that makes Princeton the darling of central New Jersey, we will keep your fingers on the pulse of what's happening. Stay tuned.
Most recent posting below. See other blog postings in the column to the right.
Princeton Area Events for January 17 - 21
Events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Saturday, January 19
2:00 p.m.
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro. Documentary filmmaker Purcell Carson presents excerpts from her film on Trenton teenager Harlan Joseph, who was killed by police in the aftermath of Dr. King's assassination, followed by a discussion. Free. 609-275-2897, www.plainsborolibrary.org.
Monday, January 21
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hopewell Gives Back: MLK Day of Service, Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 80 West Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ. Volunteers of all ages will help 7 local nonprofits: baking, making fleece blankets, seed bombs and more! Donations of canned food, recital costumes, and winter coats are greatly appreciated. This event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is required. For more information or to register, visit www.tiny.cc/MLKDay2019. Please consider the $5 suggested donation at the door to help cover the cost of supplies. Follow @HopewellGivesBack on Facebook for updates. Photo by Laurie Cleveland for the Sourland Conservancy.
Monday, January 21
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Join the Arts Council of Princeton and Paul Robeson House as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of music, interactive workshops, and discussions as they relate to Dr. King’s life, teachings and civic engagement. Free and open to everyone. For more information, please visit artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609.924.8777.
Monday, January 21
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Martin Luther King Day of Service, West Windsor Arts Council, 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor. West Windsor Human Relations Council is partnering with the West Windsor Arts Council to hold A DAY OF SERVICE - joining forces to help those in our communities we are asking for donated items for three community groups. The three Not for Profit Service Partners are: 1. Send Hunger Packing West Windsor-Plainsboro a program of Mercer Street Friends; 2. RISE Community Services; 3. Ryan’s Case for Smiles.
The Day of Service will feature speakers, a book reading, projects including putting together bags for use in the SHuP WW-P program, making pillowcase bags for Ryan’s Case for Smiles and other entertainment. Registration at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-day-of-servicefood-and-clothing-drive-tickets-53533997628 or online for a timeslot at: www.westwindsorarts.org or show up on the Monday, January 21st 10 am to 2 pm.
Monday, January 21
10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Martin Luther King Day of Service Work Session, Mapleton Preserve, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston. Cleanup parts of the preserve. Bring tools, work gloves, sturdy shoes, warm clothing, and hats. 609-683-0483, www.fpnl.org.
Arts & Entertainment
Friday, January 18 - Sunday, January 20
8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Noises Off, Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Prepare to meet a hilarious group of second-rate actors – the touring company of Nothing On (a play within the play), the night before opening at the (fictional) Grand Theatre. The actors struggle every which way with entrances, exits and getting props in their right place at the right time. As tensions mount the actors leave us wondering…will they get it right before opening night? www.kelseytheatre.net, 609-570-3333, $18. Through January 20.
Sunday, January 20
2:30 p.m.
Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey Winter Concert - Featuring Philadelphia Orchestra Concertmaster David Kim, Kendall Main Stage, TCNJ, 2000 Pennington Road, Pennington. Philadelphia Orchestra Concertmaster David Kim will perform Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor by Max Bruch with the Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey. Kim's performance is the featured event of the annual YOCJ winter concerts, to be held at Kendall Hall, The College of New Jersey. The afternoon concert will also include YOCJ's Saxophone Choir, which will perform Gran Partita, commissioned by YOCJ and written by noted composer David Noon.
A later concert, at 7:30 p.m., will include the String Preparatory Orchestra, Pro Arte Orchestra, and Wind Symphony. All tickets are good for both concerts. (The snow date for the earlier concert, featuring David Kim, will be 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South. The snow date for the later concert will be 3 p.m. Sunday, January 27, also at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South.) Tickets will be available starting on January 4 at tcnj.edu/boxoffice or the Kendall Hall box office on the day of the concert.
Kids & Family
Saturday, January 19
10:30 a.m.
Storytelling in the Gallery, Grounds for Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton. Stories connected to the current exhibition "Masayuki Koorida: Sculpture" for children ages 6-10 with an adult. Register at 609-586-0616 or www.groundsforsculpture.org.
Saturday, January 19
11:00 a.m.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, Matthews Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. A Black Light Production from the Mermaid Theatre in Nova Scotia, designed for children ages 3 to 7. Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased online, by phone or in person. 609-258-2787, mccarter.org.
Saturday, January 19 - Sunday, January 20
11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Snow Queen’s Frozen Adventure, Music Mountain Theatre, 1483 Route 179, Lambertville. A shattered mirror starts an adventure for a young boy. 609-397-3337, www.musicmountaintheatre.org
Saturday January 19, 2019
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Central Jersey Camp Fair, Quaker Bridge Mall, 3320 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township. It may be cold outside but now is the time for families to start looking for a camp for their child. The NJ Camp Fairs feature dozens of day, overnight and travel camps. Whether it's a camp that specializes in sports, adventure, travel, community service, academic, art, robotics, precollege, performing arts, foreign language, special needs, or a general camp that has everything, families can meet the directors, pick up free DVDs, materials and giveaways. Camp fairs are a great way for families to begin their camp research and learn about a number of camp programs available.
This is a free educational resource for kids ages PreK through High School! Don't surf the internet; bring your kids and explore. Another Central Jersey Camp Fair will be held at iPLAY America in Freehold on Sun, Feb 3, 11-2pm. Other fair locations include Union, Essex, Morris and Bergen counties. Please RSVP online @ www.njcampfairs.com to let us know you're coming and you'll receive a free gift at the fair. Free Admission.
Eat, Drink, Shop?
Saturday, January 19
10:00 a.m.
West Windsor Indoor Farmers Market, Windsor Athletic Club, 99 Clarksville Road, West Windsor. Produce, meats, woven fibers, honey, jams, flowers, baked goods, fresh pasta, local fish, curries, and prepared foods. 609-933-4452, www.westwindsorfarmersmarket.org.
Saturday, January 19 - Sunday, January 20
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Winter Artisan Market, Unionville Vineyards, Visit Unionville for a weekend of art, artisan crafts, gourmet foods, live music, and delicious wine. Over 20 fine producers will join us in the winery, tasting room, and cave room on Saturday from 12-6pm and Sunday from 12-5pm. There is no cost to attend. Tastings are $10. Wine is always available by the bottle, glass, or case. Artisans will include: Penelope Plum Designs, Margaret Moran's Baskets, Barry Stout Woodworking, Art by Sue Seif, baked goods by Muller Family Farms, and more to be added. Additional date: Jan 20, 12-5. https://unionvillevineyards.com/pages/upcoming-events
Sunday, January 20
3:00 p.m.
Blues, BBQ, and Football, Elks Lodge, 66 Wilson Street, Lambertville. Food, live music, and cash bar. $30. Register. www.winterfestival.net.
The Great Outdoors
Sunday, January 20
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. https://princetonhistory.org/events/princeton-history-walking-tour-19/
Health & Wellness
Sunday, January 20
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sheltered Yoga's Empty Bowl Fundraiser, The Barn at Gravity Hill, 67 Pleasant Valley Rd, Titusville. Sheltered Yoga's Empty Bowl fundraiser: Raising awareness and support for individuals we serve in local communities who are effected by serve poverty. Our 1st Annual Empty Bowl fundraiser will be at The Barn, the private site at Gravity Hill Farms on Sunday, January 20th! Princeton Soup and Sandwich will be donating delicious soup for everyone to enjoy! Princeton University Ceramic students will be making bowls for you to take home! For more information and to purchase tickets visit our website at www.shelteredyoga.org.
Sunday, January 20
2:00 p.m.
Zumba for a Cause, Windsor Athletic Club, 99 Clarksville Road, West Windsor. Proceeds benefit Send Hunger Packing West Windsor-Plainsboro. $15. www.facebook.com/sendhungerpackingwestwindsorplainsboro
Sunday, January 20
6:00 p.m.
Holistic Happy Hour in a Himalayan Salt Room, 4 Elements Wellness, 301 North Harrison St., Princeton Shopping Center, Princeton. Please join us for an informal meet & greet to share anything holistic! Bring a list of your own tips and secrets or come ready to soak up the knowledge of others. Great way to make new friends, raise your vibration, and receive Halotherapy! This event is free of charge, but please call us to secure your spot, spaces are limited. Call 609-285-3115. https://www.4elementswellnesscenter.com/
Personal Interest
Saturday, January 19 - Sunday, January 20
8:00 a.m.
Princeton Equestrian League Winter Series, Hunter Farms, 1315 Great Road, Princeton. TWO indoor rings with dustless footing! Heated viewing lounge and coffee bar. FREE breakfast and lunch. Great jumps and courses! Visit horseshowing.com to enter. www.hunterfarms.us
Sunday, January 20
1:30 p.m.
Cross Country Ski Workshop, Nature Center at Washington Crossing State Park, 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd, Titusville. In this workshop for pre-teens and adults, the participants will learn about the different types of cross-country ski equipment that are available and what to look for in selecting your first pair of skis. Other topics will include: how to dress and where to go skiing in New Jersey. The indoor lesson will last 1 -1 ½ hour. If the ground is snow covered, an additional 1+ hour outdoor ski lesson will be offered. Participants will have to provide their own ski equipment for the outdoor lesson. Call the Nature Center at 609-737-0609 to obtain equipment rental information. The workshop will be co-instructed by Kevin Kavanaugh, Ewing and Daniel Nurmi McAuliffe, Langhorne. Advanced registration required.
Other Section
Five Drinks to Sip on This Summer In Princeton
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Enjoy The Tea Time Shrub, made with El Partido Blanco Tequila, hibiscus jalapeno & pineapple shrub, lime, and mint, available at The Peacock Inn.
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