Announcements (continued)

Princeton Rec Ice Skating Safety Guidelines
With temperatures dropping below freezing this next week, we want to remind everyone about ice skating safety in Princeton. Ice thickness is checked by Recreation staff at the following authorized skating sites: CP North Pond, Smoyer Pond, and Lake Carnegie (between Harrison and Washington Road bridges). A red flag indicates that the ice is UNSAFE for skating. A white flag indicates that the ice is SAFE for skating. Ice skating thickness is NOT checked during snowfall or when snow is visible on the surface as these are UNSAFE conditions. Please refer to our website for additional information.

PNRA/Mercer in partnership with Rowing Cares will host the 9th Annual Mercer Indoor Challenge on Sunday, March 9th. The event will be held in person at the Ian H. Graham '50 Athletic Center at The Peddie School. For anyone who would like to participate virtually, you may submit a screenshot of your piece by the start of your posted event time on March 9 to Hilary Gehman. Winners of each event will receive a pink hammer. There must be at least 3 competitors in an event in order for a hammer to be awarded. 
Proceeds from the event will go to the YWCA Princeton's Breast Cancer Resource Center to support breast cancer patients and survivors, and to the Survivor Rowing Network to help more cancer survivors find the power of rowing for recovery, rehabilitation and socialization following their treatment.

#5 Recycling is Now Accepted! The Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA) is allowing #5 labeled recycling items, such as yogurt or condiment containers, amber colored medicine bottles, beverage caps, and to go containers to be included in curbside recycling. All recyclable items must be empty, clean, and dry, and should not have contained any toxic or hazardous substances.

Free Admission for Teachers @Museums of Illusions Philadelphia
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia is offering free admission for teachers every day in 2025. With lessons in physics, psychology, and visual arts, MOI serves as an inspiring resource for educators to introduce new methods of learning to their students. moiphilly.com/

Bucks County Wine Trail NEWS
Beginning February 15, 2025 and continuing through August 15, 2025, customers who purchase the Bucks County Wine Trail's Tasting Ticket can visit anytime they wish during regular business hours and enjoy complimentary wine and hard cider tastings at each participating location. (Card entitles bearer to 1 FREE tasting at each of our 8 member locations). Learn more: www.buckscountywinetrail.com/events/tasting-ticket-participants/

Registration is now open for Voices Chorale's award-winning Young Composers Project held at Music Together in Hopewell, NJ. Under the direction of composer Ken Guilmartin, founder/artistic director of Music Together, musicians/composers provide mentorship to children in grades K-7 through monthly in-person workshops to encourage the children to create their own compositions. The children are then guided to develop and refine their pieces for a culminating May concert optionally accompanied by Voices Chorale singers. For more information about the Young Composers Project workshops, which start February 25th, visit VoicesChoraleNJ.org/ycp.

Save the Date

March 6, 2025 – Cor Cordis Speaker Series @ Stuart

March 7 - 9, 2025 – ARB’S ‘Spirit of the Highlands’

March 8, 2025 – Sustainable Home Expo

March 15, 2025 – PU Concert Family Concert

March 21 & 23, 2025 - Boheme Opera NJ’s Il Trovatore

March 22, 2025 – Princeton 5K

March 27, 2025 - 2025 Tribute to Women Awards

March 28 - 30 – Meditation4Sobriety Retreat

March 29, 2025 – HiTOPS Trans Youth Forum

April 4, 2025 – Art People Party

April 26, 2025 – Princeton Porchfest

April 30, 2025 – 5^th Annual United in Impact Awards

May 1, 2025 – Annual Planned Parenthood Luncheon/Benefit

September 27, 2025 – MCLS Inaugural Book Festival

Events

Summer Camp Open Houses

School Open Houses

Major Non-Profit Fundraisers

2/6 - Knee Pain Workshop, 6-7 pm at Fluid Physio or virtual. A FREE, casual, informative talk with Dr. Sassy Weinstein (Sports Medicine Physician) and Dr. Gianna Bigliani (Physical Therapist). www.fluidphysio.com/events to register.

2/7 - "Meet Hannah Till" - Live Performance, Mt. Zion AME Church, 7pm., The Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum, central New Jersey's first dedicated Black history museum, is excited to announce a series of special events in honor of Black History Month this February.
Educator and historical reenactor Leslie Bramlett will portray Hannah Archer Till, George Washington's personal cook during the Revolutionary War, in an original one-woman show. The daughter of an enslaved African American woman and an Oneida Indian man, Hannah Till was born into slavery in 1721. In 1777, she was leased to General George Washington as his cook and servant. She and her husband purchased their freedom the next year but continued to work for Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette until the end of the war. She was present at every battle Washington fought during the Revolution. Tickets are available for $5/person and can be purchased at: www.ssaamuseum.org/hannah-till

2/8 – Free Winter Walk on the Lawrence Hopewell Trail, 9:30am., Join the Lawrence Hopewell Trail for a free 3-mile walk along the trail on Saturday, Feb. 8 from the Watershed Institute to Old Mill Road, beginning at 9:30 a.m. More details on lhtrail.org.

2/8 - Child + Caregiver Pop Up: Musical Minds ft the Prisms, ACP, 11-12pm.,Is your kid a music lover? Jam with a real-life band! Get up close and personal with one of our favorite local bands, the Prisms. At the top of the hour, kiddos will enjoy a gentle introduction to the instruments used, simple rhythms, how to make music together, and a few tunes. Then play along with some rad percussion instruments and dance it out at the Prisms Pee-Wee Party to follow! Snacks will be served and good times will be had. Registration includes one adult and one child.
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2/8 – Black History Celebration Concert: Capital Harmony Works, Princeton Public Library, 3-4:30pm., Trenton Children's Chorus and Trenton Music Makers Chamber Orchestra, the performance groups of Capital Harmony Works, present "A Black History Month Celebration: Songs of Hope, Unity, and Courage." For this celebratory show for Black History Month, the two performing groups of Capital Harmony Works will present a wide repertoire of music that will include "What’s Going On" by Marvin Gaye, "Fuga Con Pajarillo" by Aldemaro Romero and everything in between.
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2/8 & 9 – February 8 at 8pm and Sunday, February 9 at 4pm – Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO)’s all-Mozart concert with Orli Shaham features the pianist as soloist in performances of Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20. Also on the program are Ballet Music from Idomeneo (excerpts) and Mozart’s Symphony No. 39. Gérard Korsten conducts. Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University Campus, Princeton, NJ. Tickets: start at $40 (children 5-17 who are accompanied by an adult receive a 50% discount); Accommodations or services can be arranged with two weeks’ notice, contact Mika Godbole at mgodbole@princetonsymphony.org or (609) 905-0931; For tickets: princetonsymphony.org or 609-497-0020.

2/9 - Theater on Screen: 'Macbeth', Princeton Garden Theatre, 1pm. David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife, Criminal Record) lead a stellar cast in an enthralling new production of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth" at the Princeton Garden Theatre.
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2/10 - French Conversation Group, Alliance Française Princeton. Alliance Française Princeton will be hosting their in-person French conversation group Feb. 10 and 24 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the McCaffrey's Princeton 2nd floor food hall. RSVP to gail.bruno@allianceprinceton.com. Come join us for lively and convivial discussions in French. All fluency levels are welcome.

2/12 - Galentine's Day 'Grease' (Sing-A-Long) at Princeton Garden Theatre, 7:30pm. Gather your squad of Pink Ladies and sing along during this special Galentine’s screening of the hit musical GREASE. Greaser Danny (John Travolta) and good-girl Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) say a sad goodbye after a fling at the beach during the summer of 1959 and are surprised to find each other again when they both attend Rydell High in the fall. Experience a school year of escapades and romance with the T-Birds and the Pink Ladies set to unforgettable songs.
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2/13 - Live Music Meditation: Kayhan Kalhor, Kamancheh, Richardson Auditorium, 12:30pm. Breathe in sound and silence through guided meditation as you listen to music more viscerally than ever before, meditating to the playing of kamancheh (Iranian spiked fiddle) player Kayhan Kalhor, guided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life. This is a FREE, unticketed opportunity to indulge in attentive, focused, and mindful listening. No prior experience with meditation necessary. Capacity is limited, and we advise participants to arrive early—although the event officially begins at 12:30PM, doors to the hall will open and meditation instruction will begin at 12:00PM (noon). The event will conclude by 1:30PM.
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2/14 - Frederick Douglass' Birthday: Poetry Slam and Exhibit, Hopewell Branch, 3pm., 245 Pennington-Titusville Road Pennington, NJ 08534 609-737-2610
Celebrate the birthday of Frederick Douglass, in partnership with Hope Rises Up! Teens are invited to participate in a variety of ways: 1) Perform pieces they wrote or recite their favorite poems; or 2) Submit either artwork or a written essay for display with a chance to win a prize. (Artwork and essays are due by Monday, February 10 to the Hopewell Branch Library.) All are welcome to join us for the exhibit as others share their thoughts and experiences. Light refreshments served. Please call 609.737.2610 or email hopeprogs@mcl.org to register.

2/15 – Saturday Canal Walk, 10am. Three mile walk on the towpath, year-round. Free. Meet at Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, at the end of the parking lot near the road. Register to get notice of cancellations due to weather by emailing canalwalkers@googlegroups.com.

2/15 - Floral Design Workshop, Stockton Market, 11-2pm. Join Annie, from Wildbird Flowers, for a floral design workshop at the Stockton Market. Learn the basics of arranging flowers including style, form and color. You'll create your own arrangement in a unique vase to bring home and walk away with the knowledge and confidence you need to create fun floral designs at home! Stockton market will provide an array of delicious snacks, coffee and fresh squeezed orange juice for your BYOBubbles. Class is Saturday 2/15/25 11am-2pm. Ample parking in the back of the market and on the street.
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2/15 - The Princeton Singers “When Morning Comes” Concert, 6pm., Join us for a Valentine's Day concert with Poetry of Dickinson, Keats and Coleridge Music of Carter, Kim, Salerni, and Sametz
Trinity Church Princeton, 33 Mercer St, Princeton, New Jersey 08540
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2/16 - Film Screening: Alma's Rainbow, Princeton Garden Theatre, 11am., One of the first feature films written, produced, and directed by an African American woman. ALMA’S RAINBOW is a coming-of-age story about Rainbow Gold, a Brooklyn teenager who searches for meaning as she confronts her newfound feelings for boys, unrealistic beauty standards, and the fundamental question of women's autonomy over their own bodies. Throughout her exploration, she reflects on the lives of the two adult women closest to her: her uptight mother Alma and her flamboyant Aunt Ruby. This film is a significant contribution to ‘90s independent Black cinema and remains relevant in contemporary discussions. Presented in a new restoration. Underwritten by the YWCA Princeton
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2/17 - Tu B'Shehvat Celebration, JCC Princeton Mercer Bucks, 10-11:30am., Join us for a fun-filled morning with storytime, crafts, snacks, and friends! Monday, February 17th (No School - President's Day!) JCC Princeton Mercer Bucks Cost: $5 per child
Perfect for ages 2-5, but all are welcome! Register by February 14th: givebutter.com/jtrees We can't wait to celebrate the trees with you! We can't wait to celebrate the trees with you! 
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2/17 - Women's College Club of the Princeton will meet from 1-3pm at Morven Museum Stockton Educational Center 55 Stockton, Princeton NJ. This month's talk is titled Raising Awareness of African American Artists, presented by Joyce Felsenfeld, a docent at the Princeton University Art Museum. The talk will feature artists from the 18th to the 21st century, including an artist who was once a slave. Black artists faced significant barriers to attain acceptance into art schools in the US until the 1960's when segregation was ruled unconstitutional. The artists and artworks tell an important part of black history. There will be a variety of artists, styles, and themes in the artwork that will be shown and discussed. Our speaker's knowledge of art and her passion for sharing it is a winning combination. Free and open to the public. For more information contact WCCPNJ.org

2/19 - Vinson Cunningham in Conversation with A.M. Homes Great Expectations: A Novel, Labyrinth Bookstore, 6pm. A historic presidential campaign changes the trajectory of a young Black man’s life in this “coming of age story that captures the soul of America” (The Washington Post), the debut novel from The New Yorker staff writer and Pulitzer Prize finalist Vinson Cunningham.
Meditating on politics and politicians, religion and preachers, fathers and family, Great Expectations is both an emotionally resonant coming-of-age story and a rich novel of ideas, marking the arrival of a major new writer.
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2/20 – Free Nutrition Event, McCaffrey’s West Windsor, 1:30pm., Join McCaffrey's Food Market's Registered Dietitian, Jill Kwasny, for a fun, informative and free nutrition event: Does a Perfect Diet Exist? Everyone has different dietary needs and preferences, lifestyles and nutrition goals. Discover general principles that can help you create your ideal meal plan. Identify simple tweaks that can make a difference in your overall health. As always, Jill will share menu ideas, cooking techniques, and delicious samples. McCaffrey's Market West Windsor, Southfield Retail Center, 335 Princeton Hightstown Road in the upstairs bistro area. RSVP to nutritionist@Mccaffreys.com or call 215 750-7713 to reserve your seat.

2/21 - Art of Indian Music with Rashika Ranchan, West Windsor Arts, 7-8:30pm., Indian music is rich in cultural heritage and its diverse forms. It encompasses different genres, such as Hindustani, Classical, Gazal, Bhajan, Folk, Thumri, Sufi and Film music. This is a uniquely designed program. The performance, with remarks and a singing demo, is a unique opportunity to experience the musicality of these 7 genres of music- all in one place, including embracing South Asian and Global influences. It will also present some genres in Film (Bollywood) music. The talk will be engaging with several melodious compositions by Rashika. This will be followed by a Q&A session.
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2/22 & 2/23 - Wine & Chocolate Wine Trail Weekend – Terhune's, 12-5pm.,Visit us at Terhune Orchards Vineyard and Winery as we join other wineries across the State for a weekend of wine and chocolate. Bring your loved one, friends and family to enjoy sweet treats and music on this festive Wine Trail Weekend. For this weekend, we are offering a special wine and chocolate pairing of locally made chocolates and Terhune wines. Chocolate pairing includes wine flight, chocolates and a souvenir glass. We have partnered with Pierre's Chocolates of New Hope, PA known for their old-world recipes and single-origin artisan chocolates. Inside the cozy wine barn, enjoy our 18 wine varieties. Enjoy live music from 1pm-4pm, Mike Tusay on Saturday and Greg McGarvey on Sunday.
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2/22 - New Jersey Ballet Presents 'Masterworks in Motion', New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 2 and 7:30pm. On Saturday, February 22, New Jersey Ballet will present Masterworks in Motion at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), with two performances at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. The compelling program features four iconic works by three celebrated choreographers: George Balanchine's Concerto Barocco and Tarantella, Jerome Robbins' In the Night and Peter Martins' Hallelujah Junction. For more information and to reserve seats, visit nbpac.org or call (732) 745-8000. To learn more about New Jersey Ballet visit: www.njballet.org

2/22 – Coffee with CASA, 2-3pm., Coffee, Connection, and Commitment. Do you want to change the course of a child's life? Experience personal and professional fulfillment? Be a part of a caring network? To learn more about becoming a CASA Volunteer for a local child in Foster Care, visit our website, or better yet, join us for coffee.

2/22 - JFCS Pickle with a Purpose, Mercer Bucks Pickleball Club, 7-10pm., Join JFCS of Greater Mercer County for a special fundraising event to support our agency's services: an on-site & mobile food pantry, mental health counseling & senior support. Event is open to all for an evening of pickleball play & clinics, socializing, raffle prizes, food & drink! No pickleball experience required. Enjoy introductory clinics OR simply socialize with friends, eat, drink & buy raffles. Space limited, sign up early!
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2/23 - An Afternoon with Savannah Guthrie, Zlock Performing Arts Center, 12:30pm. Join TODAY co-anchor and #1 New York Times Best Selling Author Savannah Guthrie as she introduces her heartwarming new picture book, MOSTLY WHAT GOD DOES IS LOVE YOU. In this beautifully illustrated book, families are invited to celebrate the comforting message of love, togetherness, and kindness. This event, featuring special guests, is an ideal opportunity for all readers to explore the value of love and connection in a fun and welcoming setting.
The Newtown Bookshop will be hosting Savannah Guthrie on Sunday, Feb 23rd at 12:30pm at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College in Newtown.
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2/23 - Harmony in the Heart: A Celebration of Community and Music, 3pm., Join us as Mosaic and Adath Israel Congregation bring together local congregations, schools and community groups to sing songs of peace, friendship and togetherness. Light refreshments will be served. Suggested donation $10, Open to the community. Adath Israel Congregation,1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville NJ.

2/26 – Mercer Junior Rowing Open House, 6:30-7:30pm., Interested in learning more about rowing for your high schooler? Come to the Caspersen Rowing Center to meet the coaches, get some basic instruction on the "erg" machine and talk to some current Mercer Junior Rowers at the Mercer Open House. Caspersen Rowing Center 1 South Post Rd West Windsor, NJ. Please rsvp here.

2/27 - Cadwalader Lecture Series: Black Soldiers in America’s Wars with John Rees, Morven Museum & Garden, 6:30-8pm. The Princeton Battlefield Society (PBS) and Morven Museum & Garden are pleased to host the 2nd Cadwalader Lecture featuring local author and historian John Rees. Rees will discuss the largely unknown and under-appreciated role Black soldiers played in the fight for Independence at Princeton and the American Revolution. Rees is the author of the newly released Don Troiani’s Black Soldiers in America’s Wars, 1754-1865, written with prominent military artist Don Troiani. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing by the author. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a reception and refreshments followed by the talk at 7:00 p.m.
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Client Promos

Smores & Tours - Join us Sunday February 9th from 12-3pm for a camp open house at JCC Abrams Day Camp & Teen Travel.
Ask questions. Meet the Staff. See the facilities. Learnabout camp. Enjoy toasty s'mores. 148 Cedarville Road, East Windsor, NJ. Registration required by February 7th at givebutter.com/smoresandtours
Celebrate Love @4Ever Happy, 4Ever Healthy, 4Ever Young. Join our Valentine’s party on Feb 12^th 5-8 PM. Free gift and raffles worth $500/450 and $200. Free cocktails, small bites and free makeup.
Feb Offers:
$200 off of fillers
$50 bonus of $150 gift card
$100 off on HydraFacial and Glow IV combo

New Year, now try Dance Classes at Tumbles for children ages 5 to 12. Come to the place you know and try something new! Tumbles has partnered with Dance X Studio of Montgomery to offer Thursday dance classes, Bharatnatyam offered 5:45-6:40pm and Bollywood is 6:40-7:35pm. Only $80 per month! Call or text 732-642-5979 to sign up or for more information. Tumbles is located at 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ.

Midnight at the Masquerade - A Ballroom Murder Mystery Event, Lambertville Station - Three–Course Dinner & Show • $125pp incl. tax & gratuity
Riverside Ballroom at Lambertville Station Inn, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville
RSVP to Julia • 609-397-8300 Ext. 500
Inquire about hotel room discounts when booking www.lambertvillestation.com/
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Bubbles Dinner @The Yardley Inn February 27, 7pm., Indulge in a five-course feast, each exquisite dish meticulously paired with a perfectly selected glass of bubbly. $125 per person.
Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Call us at 215-493-3800. www.yardleyinn.com/menu/

French American School Still Accepting Applications for 2025-26 Preschool through Grade 8
Give your child the gift of a bilingual, multicultural education — nurturing advanced critical thinking, enhanced creativity and elevated citizenship. No French required through Grade 5!
Schedule your visit today! For more information: ecoleprinceton.org 609-430-3001

Opening Soon - Urban Air Adventure Park in Lawrenceville! Stay tuned, as we'll soon announce the opening date when all the fun will begin! Get excited to join us as we fly, tag, flip, jump and spin the time away! With new adventures behind every corner, Urban Air will be the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. www.urbanair.com/new-jersey-lawrence-township/

Sounds of Harmony Studio offers Mini-Harmonies music classes for children ages 0-5 in Princeton, Skillman, Stafford Township, and Bordentown. Our inclusive program combines singing, dancing, instrument play, and improvisation, with space for two caregivers per child. Check out our full schedule at www.soundsofharmonystudio.com and use code Welcome15 for 15% off your first session.
We're also accepting new students for private lessons in the Princeton area! Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @SoundsOfHarmonyStudio for updates on classes, birthday parties, and music therapy offerings.

Kungaloosh! Princeton Friends Summer Camp registration is now open! Serving ages 4-14, our camp brings together imagination and nature to bring you an unforgettable summer. With daily swim, weekly themes, and choices of classic, drama, art, and Kungaloosh camp, no two weeks are the same! Learn more at PFScamp.org.

Shelley's Table: Corporate Team Building Cooking Classes ~ Shelley has been conducting hands-on team building cooking classes for corporate clients for over 10 years. In each class, the team creates a three course meal which they sit down to enjoy after 2 hours (Cheese and crackers provided during class). Classes are BYOB and currently held in Lambertville, NJ. Learn more about scheduling here: www.shelleystable.com/team-building-classes or you can reach Shelley at (646)-236-0605 and shelleystable@gmail.com.

Summer Camp Registration is Open! Now through February 28th, Code Wiz Plainsboro is offering an exclusive 15% early bird discount on all 2025 Summer Camps when you use promo code CAMP2025 at checkout. Our coding and robotics camps provide a hands-on learning experience where kids can build games, create robots, and explore STEM in a fun, engaging environment. With small group sizes and personalized attention, every child gets the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Spots are limited—register now to secure your child's summer adventure!
Sign up today at portal.iclasspro.com/codewizplainsboro/camps/25?sortBy=time.