7/3: Concert and Fireworks, Lawrence Township, Rider University, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-844-7067, 7 p.m., Concert followed by fireworks starting at about 9:40 p.m., www.lawrencetwp.com/rec.html
7/3: Pygmalion, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 732-997-0205, 8 p.m., Drama by George Bernard Shaw is inspiration for 'My Fair Lady.' $22. Post show talkback with cast and director R.N. Sandberg., www.princetonsummertheater.org
7/4: Independence Day Celebration, Princeton Battlefield State Park, Princeton Battlefield Park, 500 Mercer Road, Princeton, 609-921-0074. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Revolutionary War period soldiers demonstrate drill, artillery, and flintlock muskets. Clarke House volunteers demonstrate domestic skills found on a farm. Period games will be available for children of all ages to try. Thomas Clarke House and the 'Arms of the Revolution' exhibit open to tour. Presentation about the Battle of Princeton. Reading of the Declaration of Independence at 1 p.m. Bring a picnic lunch (no barbecues or alcohol). Hike on the trails of the adjacent Institute Woods.
7/5: Hermitage Revealed at the Garden Theatre, 12:30pm., An in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's oldest and largest art collections, the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg. From Rembrandts to ancient artifacts, the State Hermitage Museum houses some of art's greatest treasures. HERMITAGE REVEALED offers an all-access pass to the rich history of this living institution. Tickets: $14 Gen; $12 Members
7/6: Blawenburg Band, Hopewell Train Station, 2 Railroad Place, Hopewell, 609-688-1352, 7:30 p.m., Outdoors, bring a lawn chair. Free., www.blawenburgband.org
7/7: Art After Hours: First Tuesdays at the Zimmerli Art Museum, 5-9pm., at Rutgers. The evening starts with a guided tour of collection highlights in the American Art gallery. Then enjoy a performance by Cold Weather Company, a New Jersey-based independent alternative folk band. Admission, activities, and refreshments are free., 71 HamiltonStreet, New Brunswick. www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu.
7/7: Ariel String Quartet, Princeton University Summer Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, 609-570-8404, 7:30 p.m., Alexandra Kazovsky and Gershon Gerchikov on violin, Jan Gruning on viola, and Amit Even-Tov on cello. Program of works by Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Beethoven. Free tickets available at the box office at 6 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m., www.princetonsummerchamberconcerts.org
7/8: Exploring Greenway Meadows, D&R Greenway Land Trust, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, 609-924-4646, 5:30 p.m., Join Jeff Hoagland for a family picnic and stream exploration. Bring your own picnic dinner. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Bring shoes for wlaking in shallow water. Call or e-mail rsvp@drgreenway.org to register. $5 per person., www.thewatershed.org.
7/9: Pontoon Boat Nature Tour, Mercer County Park Commission, Lake Mercer, Mercer County Park Marina, West Windsor, 609-303-0706. Noon. and 2 p.m., Tour includes history of the lake and up-close encounters with wildflowers, beaver lodges, basking turtles, and waterfowl. Weather-permitting. $10 to $12., www.mercercounty.org
7/9: Waiters' Race, Princeton Merchants Association, Princeton Shopping Center, Princeton, 4 p.m., Waiters and waitresses from Princeton restaurants will race around while balancing full glasses of water and two beverage bottles on their trays. Cash prizes. Register by E-mail to jack@jmgroupprinceton.com. $20 includes an official shirt and goodie bag. No rain date., www.princetonmerchants.org
7/10: Meet, Greet, and East: Lois Brown, 11-2pm., Forrestal Village Farmers Market. Meet Lois Brown, author of Hypnotic Detox: Recipes for Well-Being. Learn to create health supporting habits by using the power of your subconscious. This event is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. https://pfvillage.com/fm/
7/11: Getting to Know Your Digital Camera, Princeton Photo Workshop, Princeton Theological Seminary, 20 Library Place, Princeton, 609-921-3519. 10 a.m. to noon., Hands on photography class presented by Frank Veronsky. Register. $59.,www.princetondigitalphotoworkshop.com
7/11: Butterfly Tea Party, Stony Brook-Millston Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, 609-737-7592, 10:30 a.m., Learn about butterflies and try to catch them, then retreat to the backyard for story time, lemonade, and sugar cookies. For families with children 3 and up. $8 members. $12 non-members. Register., www.thewatershed.org
7/11: No Name Dance, Central Jersey Dance Society, 7pm., Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, NJ 08540. West Coast Swing, Country 2 Step. No partner needed; newbies, singles, and couples welcome. 609-945-1883, www.CentralJerseyDance.org, $10/person madness!
7/12: Bastille Day, Alliance Francais of Princeton, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, Noon. to 3 p.m., French conversation, music, and games. Bring your own picnic and a dish to share. $7 per adult. E-mail gailbruno7@gmail.com to register. Rain or shine., www.allianceprinceton.com
7/12: Annual Butterfly Count, Afternoon., Howell Farm., This summer, the Park Commission will participate in an annual butterfly count to help collect data for the North American Butterfly Association and their mission to monitor butterfly populations. Participants must register to take part in the Butterfly Count. Time determined by temperature. Pre-registration required, please call 609-303-0705 or email natureprograms@mercercounty.org.
7/14: Advocating for Your Child with Dyslexia, Learning Ally, 7-9pm. Parents of children with dyslexia must learn to exercise both their rights and responsibilities in order to advocate effectively. Key components of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504, and Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) will be covered with a focused emphasis on Specific Learning Disability (SLD). , 20 Roszel Road, Princeton. https://go.learningally.org/basicrights/
7/15: Strategies to Help Your Child Cultivate Friendships, 6:30-8:00pm., Parents can play a role in helping their child in the formation of friendships. This interactive workshop will focus on coaching tips and techniques to help guide your child toward finding true and meaningful connections. You will learn hands-on strategies to help build your child’s communication skills and encourage peer interactions. Fusion Academy Princeton Campus, 116 Stanhope Street, Princeton NJ 08540. Presented by Terri Rossman, M.S., CCC-SLP, founder and owner of Princeton Speech-Language and Learning Center. Free. www.fusionprinceton.com
7/15: Poetry Reading, D&R Greenway Land Trust, Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, 609-924-4646, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Readings by Carolyn Foote Edelmann, Sharon Olson, Vida Chu, Betty Lies, and Linda Arntzenius, poets of Princeton Magazine. Slideshow of floral arrangements by Andrew Wilkinson, a fine art photographer. Reception. Register. Free., www.drgreenway.org
7/16: Princeton Farmers' Market, Hinds Plaza, Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-655-8095, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Produce, cheese, breads, baked goods, flowers, beef, poultry, eggs, coffee, chocolates, jams, grains, pickles, and more. Music from noon to 2:30 p.m. Rain or shine.,www.princetonfarmersmarket.com
7/16: Bottle Factory, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-8777, 8 p.m., A new play by Drew Griffiths features actors Maria Bohn, David Sullivan, Angelina Morales, Tim Moran, and Marilyn Ryan. Directed by Jeffrey Alan Davis and Drew Griffiths. Register.,www.artscouncilofprinceton.org
7/18: Concert, Blue Curtain, Pettoranello Gardens, Route 206 and Mountain Avenue, Princeton, 609-429-0505, 7 p.m., Campbell Brothers with an African American blend of vocals and steel-guitar gospel music; and Michael Gregory Jackson with 'Spirit Signal Strata,' music built around the adaptation of the guitar to contemporary improvisational techniques. Free., www.bluecurtain.org
7/19: Eden Autism 5K, 9am start. Princeton Forrestal Village. Join us for our 12th annual event when Eden families will join with hundreds of friends and staff members to celebrate forty years of outstanding service to the autism community. Whether you’re a runner looking to enjoy this USATF certified course or the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk is more your speed register today to help make a better future for individuals with autism. If you can’t be there, you can join us virtually! - See more at: Click here for more information
7/22: Monmouth County Fair, Monmouth County Park System, East Freehold Showgrounds, Koslowski Road, Freehold, 732-842-4000. 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Music, pie eating contests for kids and adults, craft demonstrations, agricultural heritage through turn-of-the century farm life. Rabbits, sheep, heifers, and more in the 4-H tent. Beekeeping, soap making, and decoy carving demonstrations. Also baked goods, vegetables, flowers, and arts and craft pieces. Rides, food, and more. Fair runs thru 7/26., $8., www.monmouthcountyfair.com
7/23: Farm to Table Benefit, Sustainable Jersey, Terhune Orchards, Lawrenceville, 609-924-2310, 5 p.m., Benefit to promote sustainable efforts and raise funds for the organization's programs. Five course dinner with wine pairing and live music. Cocktails at 5; dinner at 6:30 p.m. Register. $100.,www.terhuneorchards.com
7/23: The Real Inspector Hound And The Actor's Nightmare, Princeton Summer Theater, Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton University, 732-997-0205. 8 p.m., An evening of one-act comedies by Tom Stoppard and Christopher Durang. $25.,www.princetonsummertheater.org
7/24: Gotham-Princeton Networking Luncheon, 12:15pm., Eno Terra, 4484 Rt 27, Kingston. Speakers and discussion will be on the subject of aging parents. The event is $35. Please register online at Click here for more information
7/24: Dancing Under the Stars, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529, 7 p.m., Dancing and instruction by members of Central Jersey Dance. Hinds Plaza. Indoors if it rains.,www.princetonlibrary.org
7/25: Pet Adoption Day, Animal Friends for Education and Welfare (AFEW), Corner Copia, 299 Princeton-Hightstown Road, East Windsor, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., E-mail afew_pets@comcast.net for information., www.afewpets.com
7/26: Guided walk along D&R Canal, D&R Canal Watch, 5.6 miles from Carnegie Road to Alexander Road. Meet Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. Contact: Bob Barth, 201-401-3121 or bbarth@att.net, Free. 10 a.m.
7/31: Palmer Square Summer Music Series, The Alice Project, 2-4pm., On the Green in Palmer Square. FREE and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chairs and picnic blankets. https://www.palmersquare.com/
7/31: Summer Taptoe Concert Series, Old Barracks Museum, Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776, 7 p.m., Scottish music and highland dancing. $10 lawn seating, $25 balcony seating including refreshments., www.barracks.org
8/1: And the Beat Goes On Music Series, West Windsor Arts Council, Nassau Park Pavilion, between Target and Panera Bread, West Windsor, 609-716-1931, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., The Dye Hillbilly Dance Party includes Larry Wohl on fiddle, Mike Sumichrast on mandolin, David Haneman on bass, Rob Chesbro on guitar, and Bob Sutor on banjo. Bring chairs, blankets, picnics. Free., www.westwindsorarts.org
8/1: Princeton Drum & Dance Fire Circle @ PCYH (first Saturday each month) 8:00-10:00 pm $15. Drum, slap, tap, dance, shake it up. Drummers, dancers, hoopers and such all welcome. Experience the healing vibrations created by group drumming. Drumming as a group can create states of euphoria, promote play, release anger, and promote feelings of community, unity and well-being. No experience necessary! Those who want to rent a drum are asked to e-mail info@ woodndrums.com to reserve one. Princeton Center for Yoga & Health, 88 Orchard Road, Skillman, NJ 08558. 609-924-7294. princetonyoga@mindspring.com, pcyh@mindspring.com
8/2: Opera's Bad Girls and Their Victims, Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, 609-443-4454, 3 p.m., Featuring selections by Georges Bizet, Gaetano Donizetti, Giacomo Puccini, and more. $5. Call no later than July 27 for tickets., www.bethel.net
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