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Princeton Area Events for March 14-17

March 13, 2019 By Hilary Morris

Arts & Entertainment

Thursday, March 14
7:00 p.m.
Irish Music of Saint Patrick’s Day, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Samuel Alito Way, Hamilton. Charlie Zahm presents classic and new Irish tunes. Free. www.hamiltonnjpl.org, 609-581-4060.

Thursday, March 14 - Saturday, March 16
7:30 p.m.
PHS Spectacle Theatre Presents Anything Goes, Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, 151 Moore Street, Princeton. Princeton High School Spectacle Theatre presents its annual spring musical ANYTHING GOES, a nautical musical adventure filled with comedy, romance, mistaken identities, friendship, and self-discovery. The catchy 1930's Cole Porter tunes will leave you tapping your toes and humming the familiar melodies long after the show has completed its voyage! Tickets are $15 Adults and $10 Students and Seniors. Skip the line and buy them online at https://phsnj.booktix.com! Tickets will also be available at the door. March 14th, 15th, and 16th at 7:30 PM, March 16th at 1:00 PM

Thursday, March 14
7:30 p.m.
Mike Tramp of White Lion & John Corabi of Mötley Crüe & Ratt - Acoustic Show, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. Mike Tramp, legendary White Lion singer, songwriter and front man stepped out on his own in 1995 and began his 23-year long solo career. With ten consistent solo albums to his name, and the eleventh to be released March 1st of 2019, Tramp has never steered off his path and is charging forward with confidence, no desire to look back. John Corabi is one of the most talented singers and songwriters to ever come out of the hard rock world. Whether it was with the Scream, Motley Crue, Union, or any of the other amazing recordings that he has been a part of, John's distinctive voice and emotive song writing can not be matched.
https://tickets.hopewelltheater.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=133

Friday, March 15
1:30 p.m.
Public Artwork Tours, New Jersey State House Annex, 145 West State Street, Trenton. Guided tour of New Jersey's capitol complex and its artwork, including stained glass, paintings, murals, tilework, sculptures, and marquetry. Free. 609-847-3150.

Friday, March 15
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
80's Dance Party, Arts Council of Princeton. Gather your friends and get ready to let your hair down! The ACP’s Solley Theater will be transformed into an 80’s dance party with DJs spinning vinyl, snacks generously donated from local partners, and best of all, a celebration of community! Thank you to our Party Partners: Princeton Record Exchange, Small World Coffee, The Bent Spoon, Olives, and Labyrinth Books. Click here for details. https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/events/80s-dance-party/?view_year=2019&view_month=03&view_day=15

Friday, March 15 - Sunday, March 17
8:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Peter and the Starcatcher, Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. A young orphan and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff. They know nothing of the mysterious trunk in the captain’s cabin, which contains precious, otherworldly cargo. At sea, the boys are discovered by the precocious Molly, a Starcatcher-in-training who realizes that the trunk’s cargo is starstuff, a celestial substance so powerful that it must never fall into the wrong hands. When the ship is taken over by pirates led by the fearsome Black Stache, the journey quickly turns into a thrilling adventure. 609-570-3333, www.kelseytheatre.net, $20.

Friday, March 15
8:00 p.m.
Irish Ballads and Traditional Folk Tunes with Bill O’Neal and Andrew Koontz, 1867 Sanctuary Arts Center, 101 Scotch Rd, Ewing Township. Irish Ballads and Traditional Folk Tunes with Bill O’Neal and Andrew Koontz, 1867 Sanctuary Arts Center, 8 pm – local Irish troubadour and guitarist Bill O’Neal joins fiddler Andrew Koontz to celebrate the luck and music of the Irish. The 1867 Sanctuary Arts Center is located at 101 Scotch Road in Ewing. General admission is $20; students with ID are $5. Free parking is available across Scotch Road from the historic stone structure, and light refreshments are offered. For more information call 609-392-6409, or visit www.1867sanctuary.org.

Kids & Family

Friday, March 15
9:00 a.m.
Kid Time in a Himalayan Salt Room, 4 Elements Wellness, 301 N. Harrison Street, Princeton. Bring your child to our Himalayan Salt Room to enjoy 50 mins of play time beginning with story time and ending with free play of toys, books, and musical instruments. We also have a Halotherapy generator in the room which provides exposure to kinetically activated dry salt. Since dry salt is antibacterial and super absorbent, when breathed in, it actively removes bacteria and reduces the in?ammation in the respiratory system and widens the airways for easier breathing. Halotherapy is beneficial in helping children effectively manage respiratory conditions and to build a stronger immune system. Regular Halotherapy, 2-3 times a week, can help prevent the common coughs and colds, runny nose and earaches. In addition, being around the amount of Himalayan Salt in our room helps to calm children's nervous systems and helps them to focus during the day and sleep better at night. Himalayan Salt also helps balance the ions in our bodies which brings upon feelings of relaxation. The cost for this event is $30 for a child and an adult combined. Spaces are limited, call now to secure your spot! 609-285-3115

Friday March 15 - Tuesday, March 19
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bryn Mawr-Wellesley Book Sale, Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road, Princeton. We specialize in top-quality hardback and paperback fiction, non-fiction, academic, university press, and rare books, all sold at bargain prices. Books are donated to us by university departments, scholars, local celebrities, and ordinary book lovers. Proceeds support college scholarships for young women from central New Jersey. For dates and times, visit https://bmandwbooks.com/.

Friday, March 15
5:15 p.m.
Dancing Your Way Into College, Princeton Ballet School, 301 N. Harrison Street, Princeton. What does it take to dance in college? Can I get a scholarship? Princeton Ballet School faculty will discuss the ins and outs of college level performing in terms of both parents and students.

Food & Drink

Thursday, March 14
10:00 a.m.
Pi Day Celebration, Milk & Cookies, 14 Chambers Street, Princeton. Pi Day Princetonians! Milk & Cookies wants to celebrate with you with a special Pi day cookie...Come by the shop on March 14 to celebrate!

Thursday, March 14
5:00 p.m.
Celebrate Pi Day - Bake a Pie at Chauncey, Chauncey Center Hotel, Princeton. Join us Thursday, March 14th at 5pm for a hands-on apple pie making class and master the essential pie-making skills all bakers should know. Chef Philippe will walk you through the steps for mixing, rolling and baking perfectly flaky crusts every time. Featuring Terhune Orchards best baking apples, the Stayman Winesap. You’ll enjoy learning techniques for making a lattice-top fruit pie. In the end you will have a delicious pie to take home and bake. To reserve your spot email Jennifer Burns at jburns@ets.org. Event is $25 per person and includes a glass of Terhune Apple Wine.

Saturday, March 16
7:00 p.m.
The British Roast Dinner, Brick Farm Market, 65 E. Broad Street Hopewell. Join us for a special market dinner on March 16th: a British Roast 4-course meal. The food is sure to transport you across the pond! https://securepayment.link/brickfarmmarket/

Personal Interest

Thursday, March 14
4:30 p.m.
How to Change Minds on Climate Change, Princeton University, Wallace Hall, Room 300. Professor Jon Krosnick of Stanford University discusses on people's thinking about climate change. Free. www.wws.princeton.edu

Thursday, March 14
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Free Networking Event, NJCAMA & River Communications Group, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 900 Scudders Mill Rd. in Plainsboro. The event will feature complimentary hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar with Happy Hour pricing until 7 PM and door prizes. Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle and make new business connections with marketing and communications specialists from around the region. This St. Patrick's Day themed networking opportunity will be held at the beautiful Flight Martini & Wine Lounge at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 900 Scudders Mill Rd. in Plainsboro, NJ. To register for this free event attendees should visit njcama.org and secure their spot by March 12.

Friday, March 15
7:00 p.m.
Entrepreneur Networking Event in a Himalayan Salt Room, 4 Elements Wellness, 301 N. Harrison Street, Princeton. Are you an Entrepreneur living on the East Coast? Well, join us for an evening of networking with other Entrepreneurs in our Himalayan Salt Room. Meet like-minded individuals to raise awareness of your idea and/or business. You may use this evening to brainstorm, share tips and advice, or soak up the knowledge of others. 2019 is a new year for all entrepreneurs, and creating connections will ensure we keep our eyes and ears open for each other. You could even build referral relationships out of this evening or just enjoy the session and have fun! In hopes that you can all share how you've overcome hurdles and achieved success, this will be a great night for all who attend. Himalayan Salt is one of the world's only natural air purifiers and ionizers. It is highly beneficial for providing feelings of balance and grounding. In addition to the Himalayan Salt is a Halotherapy generator which disperses salt into the air and when you breathe it into your lungs, it eliminates any bacteria that you may have from allergies, to asthma, to cold & flu. Regular sessions can also help reduce the severity of seasonal allergies and asthma! Get your relief now! Please call us to secure your spot 609-285-3115

Saturday, March 16
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The 13th Annual Mercer Green Fest, Rider University Alumnae Gymnasium, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. The Mercer Green Fest, formerly the Living Local Expo, is the area’s local green fair and will celebrate its thirteenth anniversary in March 2019. It features sustainable local businesses and community organizations, local farms, cooking demonstrations, as well as hands-on workshops, and informational speaker presentations. It is organized by the MCSC to educate and inform area residents about the best of new energy saving technologies, to promote locate businesses and organizations, to further the arts and showcase what we can accomplish working collaboratively. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/NJMERCER/bulletins/2316d57

Saturday, March 16
6:00 p.m.
Fourth Annual Night of Hope, Hope Loves Company, Union Fire Company & Rescue Squad, 1396 River Road, Hopewell Township. Benefit at Union Fire Company and Rescue Squad Ballroom in Titusville with nine piece band, Friends Classic Rock. The Night of Hope will include music, food from local restaurants, silent auction prizes, and the opportunity to meet some of the HOPE LOVES COMPANY children and Young Ambassadors. Enjoy culinary samples from a variety of delicious foods prepared and donated by local chefs including Cugino's Italian Market, Vito's Pizza, Pru Thai, Emily's Cafe and Catering, and Tea-for-All. Silent auction prizes include donated items from Orion Jewelry Studio and Diana Smires Jewelry, Flyer's Skate Zone, and Morey's Piers! Four special HLC guests will be honored this year for their service and commitment to the Hope Loves Company mission.

HOPE LOVES COMPANY, Inc. is the only non-profit and 501c(3) in the United States with the mission of providing both emotional and educational support to children and young adults who have had or have a loved one battling ALS. The Night of Hope begins at 6:00 pm and general admission is $35, seniors and students are $15. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-night-of-hope-tickets-54131055444

Sunday, March 17
2:00 p.m.
Women, War and Peace II: Part 2, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.
Screening & Discussion. An all-female slate of directors presents the never-before-told stories about women who risked their lives for peace and changed history in the process. 609-924-9529, www.princetonlibrary.org. https://princetonlibrary.org/event/screening-women-war-peace-ii-part-2/