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LEADING OFF
Autism in the news
While
autism and its causes has been in the headlines of late due to the Trump administrations controversial claims of a causal link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and autism, researchers at Princeton University have made headlines of their own with recent groundbreaking research on autism.
In an article published in the journal Nature Genetics in July, researchers from Princeton and the Simons Foundation announced that they had identified four distinct subtypes by using a computational model to evaluate more than 230 traits found in a cohort of 5,000 autistic children.
Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics at Princeton, and deputy director for genomics at the Center for Computational Biology of the Simons Foundation’s Flatiron Institute.
The four subtypes are as follows:
Social and Behavioral Challenges: This group, accounting for roughly 37 percent of study participants, shows classic autism traits like social challenges and repetitive behaviors, and may have co-occurring psychiatric issues such as anxiety or ADHD, but they generally reach developmental milestones on schedule.
behavioral and communication issues, and additional psychiatric conditions.
“These findings are powerful because the classes represent different clinical presentations and outcomes, and critically we were able to connect them to distinct underlying biology,” said Aviya Litman, a Ph.D. student at Princeton and co-lead author.
These subtypes, in turn, were linked to distinct genetic profiles, allowing for new insights into the biology of autism.
“Understanding the genetics of autism is essential for revealing the biological mechanisms that contribute to the condition, enabling earlier and more accurate diagnosis, and guiding personalized care,” said senior study author Olga Troyanskaya, director of Princeton Precision Health, the Maduraperuma/Khot Professor of Computer Science and the Lewis-
Mixed ASD with Developmental Delay: This group, about 19 percent of participants, experiences delays in reaching milestones like walking and talking but typically does not exhibit disruptive behavior.
Individuals with Moderate Challenges:
The second largest group, around 34 percent participants, these children exhibit standard autism-related behaviors to a lesser degree than other groups and without additional psychiatric conditions.
Broadly Affected: Accounting for roughly 10 percent of participants, this group experiences more extreme challenges including developmental delays,
“What we’re seeing is not just one biological story of autism, but multiple distinct narratives,” said Natalie Sauerwald, associate research scientist at the Flatiron Institute and co-lead author. “This helps explain why past genetic studies often fell short — it was like trying to solve a jigsaw puzzle without realizing we were actually looking at multiple different puzzles mixed together. We couldn’t see the full picture, the genetic patterns, until we first separated individuals into subtypes.”
A full summary of the researchers’ findings can be found on Princeton University’s website at www.princeton.edu/ news/2025/07/09/major-autism-studyuncovers-biologically-distinct-subtypespaving-way-precision. The Nature Genetics article is available at www.nature.com/ articles/s41588-025-02224-z.
Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton Offices MOVE TO NEW, CENTRALIZED LOCATION
Capital Health Medical Group, a network of more than 600 physicians and other clinicians who offer primary and specialty care, has consolidated three of its Primary Care – Hamilton practices into a brand new, spacious office located in the Mercerville Shopping Center.
The new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton, located at 346 Route 33, Hamilton, New Jersey will be led by a team of experienced physicians, including Drs. Jerrold Gertzman, Christine Castillo, Andrew Chiromeras, Nauman Diwan, Siddiq A. Faisal, Navjot Kaur, Smriti Sharma, John Stabile, Michael Stabile, Laisa Vadakara, and Lukose Vadakara.
“Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton was one of the offices that helped launch our primary care network, and it’s amazing to see how much the practice has grown since it first opened more than 20 years ago,” said Dr. Jerrold Gertzman, Chief Medical Officer at Capital Health. “With our entire Primary Care – Hamilton team working together under one roof, patients will benefit from more streamlined access to care and the collaborative environment we maintain in all our primary and specialty care offices.”
As part of Capital Health Medical Group, the board certified team of physicians at the brand new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton is available to keep you on the path to better health.
As part of Capital Health Medical Group, Primary Care – Hamilton also offers easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons
when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when patients need it most.
Office hours at Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.), Wednesday and Friday (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and Saturday for same-day appointments by calling ahead (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). To make an appointment, call 609.587.6661 or visit capitalhealth.org/hamilton.
Capital Health Hospitals Achieve NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR STROKE CARE
Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell recently received the American Heart Association’s Gold Plus Get with The Guidelines® –Stroke Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes Capital Health’s commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
As one of 15 state-designated comprehensive stroke centers in New Jersey and home to Capital Institute for Neurosciences (for patients who require the most advanced treatments for neurovascular and stroke care), Capital Health Regional Medical Center received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award and the Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Advanced Therapy award. To qualify for these recognitions, Capital Health Regional Medical Center must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between a patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication. Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award.
Additionally, Capital Health Regional Medical Center and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell each received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. Hospitals that qualify for this recognition ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.
“Our community depends on Capital Health to provide the most advanced stroke care possible according to the latest treatment guidelines,” said DR. DUSTIN ROCHESTIE, director of the Stroke Program and director of Neurology and
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Neuro Critical Care at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines initiative fosters environments at both hospitals where our teams can put proven knowledge to work and help patients in the Mercer and Bucks County region experience better outcomes and longer, healthier lives.”
To learn more about Capital Health’s commitment to providing advanced care for stroke patients and those with other complex disorders of the brain and spine, visit capitalneuro.org.
MAJOR EXPANSION OF HEART AND VASCULAR CARE in Trenton at Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Capital Health has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art Heart and Vascular Center at Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC), located at 750 Brunswick Avenue in Trenton, marking a significant expansion that covers 12,650 square feet with three operating rooms: one cardiac surgery room for open-heart procedures, one hybrid operating room, and one catheterization laboratory for interventional procedures. The new center also includes six pre-/post-op bays (two dedicated to cardiac surgery), support offices, and staff accommodations.
“Born in Trenton, I take great personal satisfaction in knowing what this means for our neighbors and community and their health care. For more than 125 years, Capital Health has been a part of the Trenton community. Preserving cardiac surgery and developing this resource for patients was incredibly important to all of us,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., chairman, Capital Healthcare Inc. Board of Trustees. “Thanks to the support of our elected officials, the Department of Health, and other partners, our new Heart and Vascular Center provides residents of Trenton and surrounding neighborhoods greater access to the most advanced cardiovascular care possible.”
“The people who live in New Jersey’s capital city deserve to have a health care system that provides the full range of acute life-saving services. With cardiac surgery, advanced stroke and neuroscience care, and trauma services all under one roof, our Regional Medical Center is an incredible health care resource - which is what Trenton deserves,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “I am enormously proud of the entire Capital Health team and grateful to all of our partners in state government and the community for the work it took to get this done.”
“As physicians, we are excited to be able to begin caring for patients in these state-of-the-art facilities,” said Dr. Joseph Auteri,
board certified, fellowship trained cardiothoracic surgeon and medical director at Capital Health’s Heart and Vascular Institute. “This new suite of operating rooms will allow us to provide the latest treatment options - often combining open procedures and endovascular procedures into a single operative case for patients. This allows for quicker recovery and better outcomes, and it allows us to treat more complex problems. We’ve already assembled a multidisciplinary team of physicians that work together for the best patient outcomes; now we have the facilities to execute this exceptional care.”
The project was made possible through $22 million in state grant funding awarded in partnership with Governor Murphy and representatives for state Legislative District 15, which includes Senator Shirley Turner, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, and Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli.
Clinical teams from the Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute will be providing a wide range of advanced services in the new Center, including cardiac surgery, open and minimally invasive vascular surgery, cardiac catheterization, cardiac electrophysiology (minimally invasive treatments for irregular heartbeats and other disturbances of the heart rhythm), and structural heart care (minimally invasive treatments for heart valve conditions, atrial septal defects, patent foramen ovale and other structural issues of the heart).
The Heart and Vascular Center at RMC is part of the larger Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers comprehensive care with a multi-specialty approach. For more information, visit www.capitalheartandvascular.org.
FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS
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Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date.
Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Peripheral Vascular Disease Update
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a progressive disorder that can affect any blood vessel outside the heart and lead to complications in your legs, feet, and other areas of the body. Join DR. KOGULAN NADESAKUMARAN, a board certified vascular surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, for the latest information about PVD, including risk factors, prevention, detection and treatment. Staff from the Capital Health Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Department will also discuss current rehab options for PVD.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Learn What to Do
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at certain times of the year, typically in winter months. Jenna Straus, a licensed clinical social worker from Capital Health Behavioral Health Specialists, will discuss symptoms, causes, and evidence-based treatments.
Wednesday OctOber 1
Yom Kippur begins at sundown Stewardship Session, Friends of Princeton Open Space, Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. www.fopos.org/events-programs. Volunteers work under the guidance of the FOPOS stewardship team to plant 600 trees in Community Park North, and fall planting in the 25-acre riparian restoration project in the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve. Register. Additional sessions October 4, 8, 11, 18, 19, and 25. Times vary. 10 a.m.
Princeton University Farmers’ Market, Firestone Library/Chapel Plaza, Princeton University. Purchase fresh locally grown produce and other goods from area farmers and businesses that use sustainable practices. Weekly on Wednesdays. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Death Cafe: Conversations on Living & Dying, The Blue Bears, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. Come share your thoughts and feelings around one of life’s greatest mysteries in a safe and confidential
HAPPENING
space. There is no fixed agenda. Please note: this is not a grief support group. To reserve your seat, write to: varona.anita@gmail.com. Hosted by Ana Varona, a bodywork therapist and health educator. Cake and tea or coffee served. Donations accepted. 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Author: Cass R. Sunstein, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The author presents his forthcoming title, “On Liberalism.” Registration required for the Zoom webinar. 6 p.m.
Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Must be 16+ to attend. Free. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m.
Contra Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive.
www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Ridge Kennedy with Oxenfree. $15. Weekly on Wednesdays. 7:30 to 10 p.m.
I & You: The Musical, Berlind Theater at McCarter, 91 University Place. www.mccarter. org. Caroline — stuck at home with an illness — and Anthony — an earnest overachiever toting Walt Whitman and waffle fries — are classmates pulling an unexpected all-nighter. What starts as a reluctant assignment soon sets both their worlds spinning into a soul-searching exploration of fate, friendship, and the fragile wonder of being alive. A McCarter World Premiere adapted from Lauren M. Gunderson’s play. Through October 12. 7:30 p.m.
thursday OctOber 2
Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-9529. www.princetonfarmersmarket.com. More than 30 vendors. Weekly on Thursdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
An Evening with Patricia Smith, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.
com. Celebrating the release of “The Intentions of Thunder,” a collection of new and selected poems from one of the most groundbreaking voices in contemporary poetry. 6 p.m.
Documentary Screening: Pavarotti, Princeton University Concerts, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street. concerts.princeton. edu. From Oscar-winning director Ron Howard, “Pavarotti” is a rousing, deeply moving portrait of the world’s most beloved tenor. $15. 7 p.m.
Friday OctOber 3
Forms and Function: A Symposium on the Splendors of Global Book Making, Princeton University Library, Woolworth Center 102, Princeton University. libcal.princeton.edu/ event/15253906. A half-day symposium offering an in-depth look into five of the more unique items from around the world that can be found in the Princeton University Library collections and that are on display in the “Forms and Functions: Splendors of Global Book Making” exhibition in the Ellen and Leonard Milberg Gallery. Register. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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Make your mark on Princeton’s first microforest
The public is invited to help plant Princeton’s first Microforest in an underutilized area of grass and invasive plants in Quarry Park.
Planting will be organized in shifts on Saturday, October 4 (rain date Sunday, October 5). Advance registration for your preferred time slot is encouraged at princeton.civilspace.io/en/projects/quarrypark-microforest-6ebf. Residents interested in learning more about the project can also stop by at any point to speak with organizers from the Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Commission, and Sustainable Princeton.
Microforests, also known as Miyawaki forests or tiny, mini, or pocket forests, were conceptualized in the 1970s in Japan by plant ecologist Akira Miyawaki. Trees and shrubs of varying sizes are densely planted to create a forest that matures in 20-30 years rather than the typical 100 years. Shade from the canopy prevents weeds and protects the understory, allowing the forest to become self-sustaining in just two to three years.
Princeton’s Microforest at Quarry Park will consist of many native tree and shrub species found in the remaining oldgrowth forests of the region including red
maple, white oak, American hornbeam, tulip poplar, blackgum, sweet pepperbush, nannyberry and spicebush. Visitors to the microforest will be able to walk a trail amongst the plantings and sit on benches
to experience the microforest. Those wishing to support the microforest can also make a donation to the Shade Tree Trust Reserve. Donors will be recognized on the project’s website.
Reading by Sinéad Gleeson, Fund for Irish Studies, James Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau Street. fis.princeton.edu. Sinéad Gleeson’s debut novel, “Hagstone,” was published in 2024 by 4th Estate and longlisted for the 2025 Dublin Literary Award. Free; tickets required. 4:30 p.m. Garden State Watercolor Society Juried Exhibition: This Land is Your Land, D&R Greenway Land Trust, Johnson Education Center, One Preservation Place. www.drgreenway.org. Opening reception and awards ceremony for the Garden State Watercolor Society’s 55th Annual Open Juried Exhibition. On view October 1 through January 4, 2026. Register for reception. 5 to 7 p.m.
Happiness Is, Present Day Club, 72 Stockton Street. Opening reception for solo exhibit of Helene Mazur’s lively oil and acrylic paintings that aim to capture the vibrant colors, light and energy of place. Viewings also available Fridays in October from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 5 to 7 p.m.
David Sedaris, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Humorist and bestselling author David Sedaris returns for an evening of razor-sharp wit, incisive observations, and unforgettable storytelling. Sedaris offers a selection of all-new readings and recollections, plus Q&A session and book signing. 7:30 p.m. Friday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk
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Dance, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton Street. www.princetonfolkdance.org. Lesson followed by open dancing. No partner necessary. $10. Weekly on Fridays. 8 p.m.
saturday OctOber 4
Open Campus Day, Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road. www.pds.org. Future students and parents are invited to meet faculty and explore the campus. Lower School (PreK to 4)- 9:45 a.m.; Middle School (5 to 8), 1:15 p.m.; Upper School (9 to 12), 1:15 p.m. 9:45 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Princeton University Eating Clubs Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Colonial Club, 40 Prospect Avenue. www.princetonhistory.org. Join author Clifford Zink on a walking tour outside Princeton University’s majestic eating clubs. Register. $20. 10 a.m. to noon.
Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road. 3 mile walk on the towpath, weather permitting. Free. Register to canalwalkers@googlegroups.com for notices of weather-related cancellations. Weekly on Saturdays. 10 a.m.
Closing Artist Talk: Tarang …A Wave of Joyful Emotion, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Divvya Atrii, Hetal Mistry, and Sejal Krishnan share inspiration behind the exhibition, which explores the waves of change, emotion, and identity through the art of three female artists of Indian origin. 11 a.m. to noon.
Unruly Sounds Music Festival, Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza, Witherspoon Street. www.princetonlibrary.org. An afternoon of original music by local composers showcasing local bands and musicians and featuring rising talents in the Princeton University graduate composition program. Noon to 5 p.m.
Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green. JB Rocks performs. 1 to 3 p.m.
Filipino-American Heritage Fest, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Event features live music and dance performances, art and food vendors, paper quilling workshop, and more. Register. Free. 1 to 4 p.m.
Painting Life, Considine Gallery, Stuart Country Day School, 1200 Stuart Road. www. stuartschool.org. Opening reception for exhibit by Princeton native and Canadian figurative painter Alison Kruse. On view through November 20. 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Campus Art Tour: Main Campus Neighborhood, Princeton University Art Museum, Nassau Hall, Princeton University. artmuseum. princeton.edu. Guided outdoor walking tour of one of the country’s most significant collections of 19th- and 20th-century sculpture. Rain or shine; stair-free. No RSVP required. Meet in front of Nassau Hall. Free. Also October 5, 25, and 26. 2 p.m.
Fall Musicale: Rupert Boyd, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Home of Caroline and
Dixon Hayes, 14 Spruce Lane. www.princetonsymphony.org. Evening of guitar music featuring Rupert Boyd, of the Boyd Meets Girl duo. Concert followed by wine and hors d’oeuvres. Register. $150. 4 p.m.
History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Parking Lot, 500 Mercer Road. www. princetonhistory.org. Hike through the Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting. Special stop at the Swinging Bridge, then hike over to the observation decks at the adjacent Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Register. $20. 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Fall Concert, Princeton University Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu. Program includes Roy Harris – Symphony No. 3 and Hector Berlioz –Symphony Fantastique. $15. 7:30 p.m.
The Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band –West Side Story Reimagined, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter. org. With over 1,000 photos by the photography collective Seis del Sur projected behind the orchestra in sync with the music, drummer, composer, arranger and Bronx-born Nuyorican Bobby Sanabria reimagines Leonard Bernstein’s iconic West Side Story through the lens of Latin jazz. 7:30 p.m.
sunday OctOber 5
Fall Family Day, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Spend a fall morning at Morven exploring history and harvest. Activities include scavenger hunts in the over 200 year old mansion, a fallthemed story time, leaf art making, harvesting in the garden, and more. Snacks and cider provided. Register. $5; kids under 10 free. 10 a.m. to noon.
Author: Mariah Fredericks - A Book Brunch Event, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The author talks about her new novel, “The Girl in the Green Dress,” a historical mystery based on the real story of the unsolved deaths of Joseph Elwell and New Yorker writer Morris Markey. Register. 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Princeton Community Chili Cookoff, Arts Council of Princeton & Historical Society of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Sample chilis from home cooks and professional chefs and enjoy live music by the Sourland Mountain String Band, local beer, and family-friendly activities and games. Register. $10 to $15. Noon to 3 p.m.
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ory, Emotion & Cultural Symbolism,” drawing from Mexican cultural symbolism. All supplies provided. For children and adults ages 8 and up. Register. Free. 2 to 4 p.m.
Princeton History Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetonhistory.org. Walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. $20. Register. 2 to 4 p.m.
Fall Concert, Princeton University Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu. Program includes Roy Harris – Symphony No. 3 and Hector Berlioz –Symphony Fantastique. $15. 3 p.m.
Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary Party, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Celebrate 25 years of “Gilmore Girls” with a screening of the pilot episode, themed snacks, a trivia contest with prizes, and a take-home craft. Open to fans of all ages. 4 to 6 p.m.
History of Italian Dance, Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street. www.dorotheashouse. org. Rome native Andrea Marini, who dances with the American Repertory Ballet Company, gives an overview of how dance in Italy has accompanied human beings even before the emergence of language, from Italian folk dances to the refined art of ballet and opera. Participants are encouraged to bring refreshments to share
An Afternoon of Opera Arias and Art Songs, Princeton United Methodist Church, Nassau Street at Vandeventer Avenue. legacyartsinternational.org. Works by Puccini, SaintSaens, Dvorak, Verdi, and more. Pre-concert coffee bar at 3:30 p.m.; performances by the Legacy Arts Youth Ambassadors on piano. $40. 4 p.m.
at a post-program reception. Free. 5 to 7 p.m.
Pink Martini All-Stars, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Tour led on stage by NPR’s dashing Ari Shapiro, the soulful Edna Vazquez, and the sensational America’s Got Talent finalist Jimmie Herrod conjures up a mix of old favorites and new treats. 7:30 p.m.
MOnday OctOber 6
Discussion: Paul Nadal on Bienvenido N. Santos, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Professor Paul Nadal leads a discussion of the celebrated author’s short story “Scent of Apples.” Register. 6 p.m.
Lecture: Executive Function Skills for ADHD, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Dr. Eric Deibler from The Center for Emotional Health shares information about ADHD and executive function strategies for teens and families. 6:30 p.m.
Continuing Conversations on Race and White Privilege, Not In Our Town Princeton www.niotprinceton.org. In “Trenton Makes, the State Takes,” Caroline Clarke, Trenton resident, civil rights lawyer, and NIOT’s chair talks about the struggle for control of Trenton Water Works. Via Zoom. Register. 7:30 p.m.
tuesday OctOber 7
Tuesday Night Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Christ Congregation, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolkdance.org. No partner necessary. $5. Weekly on Tuesdays. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday OctOber 8
Early & Lower School Info Session, Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, 1200 Stuart Road. www.stuartschool.org/openhouse. Meet faculty and student leaders and explore the campus. Register. 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Graduate Alumni Roundtable, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. Conversation with Princeton University graduate alumni authors Jasmin Darznik, Eszter Hargittai, Peter Lighte, and Xita Rubert. 1:30 p.m.
Fantastic Ekphrastic Poetry Workshop, D&R Greenway Land Trust, Johnson Education Center, One Preservation Place. www.drgreenway.org. Workshop led by Lois Harrod explores literary device where a poem describes and responds to a work of visual art. Participants write their own poems to be shared at a reading in December. Register. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Disney’s Moana Live-To-Film Concert, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Full-length screening with live performances by a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters, and vocalists. 6:30 p.m.
In Her Own Words: Reflections on Black Girlhood in the Nineteenth Century, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www. morven.org. Virtual event with Dr. Nazera Sadiq Wright, author of “Black Girlhood in the Nineteenth Century,” and the museum’s curatorial and research team. Register. $5. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Three Colours: Blue (1993), Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street. artmuseum.princeton.edu. In the third and final installment of the fall film series, see Juliette Binoche light up the screen in “Three Colours: Blue,” directed by Krzysztof Kieslowski. Introduced by Museum Director James Steward. $13.75. 7 p.m.
Friday OctOber 10
Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests. Continues October 11 and 12. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Healing with Music: “The Dance Lives On: Contemplating Artistic Legacy”, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, 609-258-2800. puc.princeton.edu. Conversation with choreographer Mark Morris permeated by dance and live music, moderated by Ara Guzelimian. $27. 7:30 p.m.
thursday OctOber 9
Middle & Upper School Info Session, Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, 1200 Stuart Road. www.stuartschool.org/openhouse. Meet faculty and student leaders and explore the campus. Register. 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Meeting, 55-Plus Club of Princeton, Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau Street. www. princeton.com/groups/55plus. Peter Marks, American hematologist and oncologist, former director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research within the FDA, speaks on “Public Health in Crisis.” Free; suggested donation $5. Via Zoom or in person. 10 a.m.
“Many Minds, Many Stripes”: A Princeton
Talk: Sarah Prager on Queer History, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Author, historian and advocate Sarah Prager shares little-known stories from queer history and why they matter in celebration of Banned Books Week and LGBTQ+ History Month. 4:30 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Little Museums: Opening Doors on Art History, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Meta Dunkly Arnold works in assemblage and mixed media, using discarded objects and unusual materials. On view through November 7. 5 to 7 p.m.
Sips at Sunset, HiTOPS, 300 Witherspoon Street. www.hitops.org. Rooftop cocktail party featuring adult beverages, tasty bites, and camaraderie, plus the chance to hear from young adult HiTOPS members. 21+. Register. Free. 6 to 8 p.m.
RWJUH Hamilton October Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
CANCER: THRIVING AND SURVIVING
Wednesdays; Oct. 1, 8, 15 & 29
and Nov. 5 & 12; 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This evidence-based class offers techniques to deal with cancer symptoms and treatment such as fatigue, pain, sleeplessness, shortness of breath, stress, and emotional problems such as depression, anger, fear and frustration related to cancer, cancer treatment, and cancer recovery. This is a very experiential program.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by our oncology nurse navigator and certified oncology social worker at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey, and offers participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609.584.2836 to confirm attendance.
2ND ANNUAL, IN YOUR BREAST INTEREST: YOUR BREAST CARE QUESTIONS ANSWERED LIVE
Wednesday, Oct. 8; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join our panel of breast specialists, from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, FACS, Breast Program Director, Surgical Oncology; Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncology; and Rachana Singh, MD, Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology for an informative Q&A session. Learn the facts about breast health, the latest treatments, and the importance of early detection, screening, and prevention. Registered attendees will be offered a wellbalanced and healthy dinner.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Support and information for family and friends of people with Alzheimer’s disease. A caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups and facilitate a supportive group experience.
THE POWER OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR
DIABETES
Monday, Oct. 13; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 28; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join us to learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices. Learn the basics of diabetes and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control your diabetes.
WII GAMES
Monday, Oct. 13; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 24; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join RWJ Rehabilitation at RWJUH Hamilton for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is the key to safe living. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Learn how to help heal your body and relax your busy mind. No experience necessary.
MIND YOUR MIND
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
There is a strong correlation between mental and physical health. We will learn about strategies to help deal with stress on a daily basis, as well as foods to help enhance mental health. Ekta Makani, FNP-C, MSN, APN.
CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND BATH
Thursday, Oct. 16; 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Relax to the soothing sounds of crystal bowls, allowing your body and mind to return to a restful state. Please bring a yoga mat, blankets, and anything else that makes you comfortable. Chairs available as well. Fee: $15.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
REIKI SHARE GROUP
Wednesday, Oct. 22; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified (at any level) to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
WISE WOMAN DISCUSSION GROUP: WHAT ARE YOU READING?
Thursday, Oct. 23: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a community of women to discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.
ASK THE DIETITIAN
Friday, Oct. 24; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 29; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet with our Registered Dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs.
CAREGIVER CONFERENCE
Monday, Oct. 27; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Supporting a person with memory loss can bring both communication and financial challenges. A geriatric specialist will discuss the progression of dementia and share verbal and non-verbal communication strategies to help strengthen relationships. An elder care attorney will present guidance on asset preservation within the context of Medicaid planning for long-term care, as well as the importance of estate planning documents.
HEART-HEALTHY NUTRITION
Monday, Oct. 27; 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Join us for our bimonthly nutrition education class. Learn about making dietary choices that support cardiovascular health. Discuss the principles of heart-healthy nutrition. Gain tips for meal planning and preparation. Explore heart-healthy recipes.
CREATIVE ARTS: JUNK JOURNALING
Tuesday, Oct, 28; 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Junk journaling is a stress-reducing activity that allows you to express yourself through creativity. This unique way of journaling involves repurposing old items and transforming them into beautiful and personal works of art. Grab some “junk” and get crafty while working on your mental health and wellness.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 28; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A place for survivors and caregivers to build a community through shared personal experiences, feelings, and recovery strategies on managing life after a stroke. Join the RWJ Rehab team, Ashley Sarrol, Speech-Language Pathologist, & Allyson Panikowski-Berry, Occupational Therapist. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.
IS IT LAZINESS, ADHD, OR PERHAPS AUDITORY PROCESSING DISORDER?
Wednesday, Oct. 29; 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is often mistaken for hearing loss, as those diagnosed may struggle to follow conversations or understand instructions. Join Lorraine Sgarlato, AuD, from the Balance and Hearing Center, to learn how APD affects children and adults, and the most effective treatment options available to improve quality of life.
BASICS OF ESTATE PLANNING
Thursday, Oct. 30; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This informational presentation includes concepts such as wills, trusts, probate, and the advantages of naming beneficiaries. Protect your loved ones and plan for the future.
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*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
Don’t miss an opportunity to participate in life-changing conversations, listening, learning, and exploring for this time in our lives. Every week is new and something different. Join us on all the dates, two, or even one. It’s your choice. New members are always welcome.
HOPE FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE LUNCH: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS & CRAFTING
Thursday, Oct. 2; 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a meaningful and uplifting afternoon designed to inform and inspire. After lunch, create a simple craft you can donate to the Better Health Education Center for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, or take it home to enjoy. After we’ll join Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, Breast Program Director, Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, who will discuss what you need to know about breast cancer after age 65.
MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT IS HERE: WHAT’S NEW FOR 2026?
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join us to learn what you need to know about your 2026
Medicare benefits and how to compare health and drug plans to find the best coverage and save money. Kelly Ott, Director of the NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program, (a Medicare information program sponsored by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services), and Michele Lee, Medicare and Program Specialist, will present. Light Refreshments will be served.
FALL HEALTH FAIR AND BREAKFAST
Thursday, Oct. 9; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join our RWJUH Hamilton team members for this informative fair designed to empower you with the tools you need to live healthier lives. A variety of screenings and assessments will be available. Breakfast included.
NOURISH YOUR BRAIN: COOKING FOR BRAIN HEALTH
Friday, Oct. 17; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Have some fun while learning recipes that can help fuel your brain.
LUNCH & LEARN: MEET SARA ALI, MD, & THE RECENTLY EXPANDED GERIATRIC TEAM
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A compassionate, multidisciplinary team welcomes patients, led by board-certified geriatricians Dr. Sara Ali and Dr. Bianca Estropia, along with a nurse practitioner, licensed practical nurse, and medical assistant. Together, they provide personalized care that supports older adults and their families—prioritizing independence, quality of life, and overall well-being.
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NJ STATE SENIOR RESOURCE PROGRAM
Thursday, Oct. 23; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Discover state programs that provide seniors with financial, health, and food assistance. Presenters Include: NJ Division of Aging Services, NJ Division of Taxation, NJ SNAP .
AGELESS GRACE: SEATED EXERCISE FOR THE BRAIN & BODY
Monday, Oct. 27; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New to the Better Health Program is Ageless Grace, a practice designed to intentionally nourish the brain-body connection and support overall health and wellbeing. It helps reduce stress, keep the brain agile, and the body responsive. When body, mind, spirit, and emotions are in balance, health and well-being become more attainable.
RECURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE
Celia Cruz – A Tribute to the Queen!, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www. mccarter.org. Evening of Afro-Cuban rhythms, high-energy performances, and a dynamic live band featuring Cuban vocalist Xiomara Laugart, jazz pianist and composer Axel Tosca, and special guest Tito Puente, Jr. Pre-Show Salsa Party in the lobby at 6 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
saturday OctOber 11
Louis XIV and the Court at Versailles, Alliance Francaise, All Saints Church, 16 All Saints Road. allianceprinceton.com. Jean-Baptiste Berthelin offers a French history workshop in English, offering a detailed account of the life of the king and his court in Versailles from 1643 to 1715, with a focus on how the king implemented a strict code of rules (“etiquette”) to keep the aristocracy under his control. Second of three workshops. Register. $60. 11 a.m.
Fall Music Series, Palmer Square Green. www.palmersquare.com. Rachel & Ty perform. 1 to 3 p.m.
Guild for Early Music Autumn Showcase, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. An afternoon of Early Music with ensembles from around the region. Six concerts of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Music by regional instrumental and vocal ensembles and an instrument “petting zoo” for all ages. Free. 1 to 5:30 p.m.
“Dragon Masters” Party with Tracey West, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The author shares her latest book series, “Dragon Hill: Ember the Fire Dragon” at a “Dragon Masters” party featuring crafts and games. 3 to 4 p.m.
Gallery Opening: Visit to Bayou Road and Other Paintings, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Exhibit by Victor Davson, whose
colorful and abstract landscape paintings were inspired by a newfound appreciation for the lives of trees developed during COVID. On view through November 8. 3 to 5 p.m.
Gallery Opening: The Arts Council beyond Princeton: Work from Barbara DiLorenzo’s online students from 2020-2025, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Exhibit of works created by artists from near and far who participated in Zoom classes that were started in response
to COVID and have continued as a global creative community. On view through November 8. 3 to 5 p.m.
English Country Dance, Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Orly Krasner with Three Ring Circus. $15. 7 to 10:30 p.m.
sunday OctOber 12
Art in the Courtyard, Princeton Makes, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. princetonshoppingcenter.com. Discover and shop handmade, original art from talented local artists and artisans, enjoy live music and interactive experiences, and connect with local cultural organizations. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests. Noon to 5:30 p.m.
Fall Fest, Palmer Square. www.palmersquare.com. Live music by the Jake & Dan Duo, 1 to 2:30 p.m., and Charles Laurita and the Mischief, 2:30 to 4 p.m., seasonal bites from Palmer Square eateries; face painting, photo booth, fall-themed crafts, tote bag painting, and store promotions. 1 to 4 p.m.
Battlefield Tour, Princeton Battlefield So-
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6ciety, 500 Mercer Road. www.pbs1777.org. Presentation on the Battle of Princeton, with a tour of the historic Thomas Clarke House & Museum, presented by historian and author Larry Kidder. Register. $10. Also October 26. 1 p.m.
MOnday OctOber 13
Princeton History Walks: Tigers of Princeton, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Library staff lead a walk highlighting the history of some of the notable tigers that can be found on Princeton’s campus. Meet in the lobby. Rain date October 15. 12:30 to 2 p.m.
tuesday OctOber 14
Plein-Air Painting Workshop with the Arts Council of Princeton, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Capture the beauty of Morven’s gardens and grounds in a one-day Plein-Air Painting Workshop with the Arts Council of Princeton and instructor, Debra Pisacreta. Register. $150. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Adaptive Reuse in Princeton: Triumph Brewery, Historical Society of Princeton, Triumph Brewery, 20 Palmer Square East. www. princetonhistory.org. Recently, the 90-year old Palmer Square post office was transformed into the new location for Triumph Brewery. Join ar-
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Artful October: New exhibits come to Stuart School and Present Day Club
Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart hosts the fall exhibit “Painting Life” by Princeton native and Canadian figurative painter Alison Kruse in the Considine Gallery, with an opening reception on Saturday, October 4, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The exhibit remains on view through Thursday, November 20.
Kruse, a two-time Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant recipient and recent participant in the Turps Residency Program in London, creates work rooted in truth and lived experience, exploring the interplay of memory, place, and emotion. Each painting aims to recreate a specific tone or feeling. The exhibition, featuring her piece “NJ,” invites viewers into an honest and sensory record of observation and reflection.
A statement on the Stuart website describes her process as “intuitive and fastpaced, often guided by music, allowing the work to unfold with emotional clarity. She combines drawing, painting, and material experimentation to approach each piece as a visual journal entry. . . . This allows her to engage with both her internal world and external surroundings, mapping the ways they mirror, challenge, and inform
each other. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to truth, she strives to be honest with herself, with her materials, and with the world around her.”
Visit stuartschool.org/arts/galleries to learn more.
The Present Day Club at 72 Stockton Street presents a solo art show by Helene Mazur titled “Happiness Is.” A reception takes place Friday, October 3, from 5 to 7 p.m., with additional viewing
hours on remaining Fridays in October from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mazur’s oil and acrylic paintings aim to capture the vibrant colors, light, and energy of place. Her landscapes and still lives have been described as “engaging and colorful, featuring rich textures and lyrical brushwork.” “Happiness Is” features a number of paintings created in the past year.
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MERCER COUNTY
MERCER COUNTY
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) 2026 PROGRAM BEGINS October 1, 2025
MERCER COUNTY LOW-INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) 2026 PROGRAM BEGINS October 1, 2025
Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) season begins October 1, 2025 and will June 30, 2026. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the following income be eligible to receive financial assistance with their winter heating bill. Residents with conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance: apply?
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) season begins October 1, 2025 and will continue until June 30, 2026. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the following income guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance:
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) season begins October 1, 2025 and will continue until June 30, 2026. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the following income guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance:
MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES
MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES
MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES
How can I apply?
https://dcaid.dca.nj.gov/en-US/
1. Online - https://dcaid.dca.nj.gov/en-US/
640 S. Broad St, Trenton NJ, 08611. Appointments are not required at this time.
2. In person at 640 S. Broad St, Trenton NJ, 08611. Appointments are not required at this time.
housing@mercercounty.org
3. By email housing@mercercounty.org
full name, social security number, email address and a phone number.
Please include: full name, social security number, email address and a phone number.
appointment with Mercer County LIHEAP by calling the appointment hotline at 609 -337-0933. call 609-989-6858 or email housing@mercercounty.org.
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chitect Kevin Wilkes AIA, owner and principal of Princeton Design Guild, for a tour of the restaurant spaces and learn about the seven year planning and construction process. Register. Free. 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
org. Bargains in housewares and electronics, shoes and clothes for men, women and children, as well as books, toys, jewelry, framed art, and linens. $10 admission. Continues October 17 and 18. Noon to 5 p.m.
4. Schedule an appointment with Mercer County LIHEAP by calling the appointment hotline at 609 -337-0933. You may also call 609-989-6858 or email housing@mercercounty.org.
*Federal income limits are subject to change during the program year. Please call for incomes above 8 persons.
How can I apply?
1. Online - https://dcaid.dca.nj.gov/en-US/
Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website: https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/housing-community-development/housing-and-communitydevelopment-programs
County Commissioners
From Family to Fiction: Unearthing Historical Narratives, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. Author Lindsay Marie Morris shares how family history can inspire compelling historical fiction and shares techniques for weaving research and archival exploration into broader historical contexts. Via Zoom. Register. 7 p.m.
Wednesday OctOber 15
Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website: https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/housing-community-development/housing-and-communitydevelopment-programs
Board of County Commissioners
2. In person at 640 S. Broad St, Trenton NJ, 08611. Appointments are not required at this time.
Edward Pattik Housing Director
Edward Pattik Housing Director
Presentation and Panel: The New Jersey Quantum Ecosystem, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Representatives of Nokia Bell Labs and Quantum Computing discuss their quantum activities followed by a panel discussion about the opportunity to grow the New Jersey quantum ecosystem. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where We Meet: The Healing Power of Community and Mental Health, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www. morven.org. Conversation with experts exploring the impact of connection and community on mental health moderated by Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO of New America. Interactive discussion highlights how showing up can reduce stress, build resilience, and support well-being. In collaboration with the Center at 353. Register. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
3. By email housing@mercercounty.org
Daniel Benson, County Executive
Daniel Benson, County Executive
Please include: full name, social security number, email address and a phone number.
4. Schedule an appointment with Mercer County LIHEAP by calling the appointment hotline at 609-337-0933. You may also call 609-989-6858 or email housing@mercercounty.org.
Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website: https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/housing-communitydevelopment/housing-and-community-development-programs
thursday OctOber 16
5th Annual Munsee Language and History Symposium, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The symposium begins with a day at Princeton Public Library focusing on “Lunaape Books” and “Local Histories.” Register for in-person or virtual attendance. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Afternoon Tea with The Secret Tea Room, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Enjoy your choice of tea or infusion accompanied by freshly baked scones, tea sandwiches, dessert, and a sparkling drink with views of the 200-year-old mansion’s historic gardens. Register for noon or 2:15 p.m. seating. $50 includes optional tour. Noon to 3:30 p.m.
50th Annual Rummage Sale, Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street. www.trinitychurch.
“Try It” in Person, People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos, 475 Wall Street, 609-882-4926. www.peopleandstories.org. Listen as a contemporary short story and poem are read aloud by an experienced coordinator, then join the discussion. Register. 6:30 p.m.
Screening: “American Psycho”, Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street, 609-2791999. www.thegardentheatre.com. Adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ subversive novel is one of the best horror films of the early 21st century. Join in-theater for a discussion with Anthony Tobia, MD, professor of psychiatry at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. 7 p.m.
Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Enjoy an evening of community-created entertainment in the form of storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Performers should bring their own work of their choice for the theme “caution & courage.” Register. Free. 7 to 9 p.m. Friday OctOber 17
Fashion, Feminism, and Fear: A Symposium on Clothing and Power, Princeton University Library, Convocation Room, Friend Center, Princeton University. /libcal.princeton. edu/event/15299002. In conjunction with an exhibition contextualizing William H. Walker’s cartoons satirizing women’s fashion in the late 19th- and early 20th centuries on display at Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, a gathering for interdisciplinary scholarly conversation about the ways this past has ongoing significance. Register. Free. 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Afternoon Tea with The Secret Tea Room, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Enjoy your choice of tea or infusion accompanied by freshly baked scones, tea sandwiches, dessert, and a sparkling drink with views of the 200-year-old mansion’s historic gardens. Register for noon or 2:15 p.m. seating. $50 includes optional tour. Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Film: Vincent and Theo, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Robert Altman’s biopic feature film depicting the story of Vincent van Gogh and his relationship with his brother Theodore, who helped support Vincent, is screened. 3 to 5:15 p.m.
Beyond Words: An Evening with Mary Roach, Princeton Public Library, Nassau Pres-
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Princeton Symphony’s Chamber Music Series returns
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) begins a second season of chamber music at Trinity Church on Thursday, October 23, at 7 p.m. with a special performance of Johannes Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25. Maestro Rossen Milanov introduces Brahms’ quartet and talks about Arnold Schoenberg’s orchestration of the work for full orchestra, which will be performed by the PSO the following Saturday at Richardson Auditorium. Performing the chamber work are Natasha Paremski, piano; Marc Uys, violin; Xandi van Dijk, viola; and John-Henry Crawford, cello.
PSO Executive Director Marc Uys is excited to be returning to the stage as violinist. He says, “The physicality of playing an instrument has always been integral to my love for music. I’m thrilled to be able to participate so fully in the build-up to our tremendous season — performing this extraordinary piece of music with great friends, and assisting Rossen as he sets the scene for our orchestra's opening performances. I hope everyone will join us for a journey inside the music!”
The Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s brass quintet celebrates the season on
11TH ANNUAL AMAZING PUMPKIN CARVE
Thursday, December 4, at 7 p.m. with festive carols and holiday favorites. The quintet consists of Jerry Bryant, trumpet; Tom Cook, trumpet; Jonathan Clark, horn; Lars Wendt, trombone; and Jonathan Fowler, tuba.
Named for the Erinyes (a.k.a. the Furies) from the Greek tragedy Oresteia by Aeschylus, the Erinys Quartet was founded in 2018 at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki. On the program on Thursday, March 19, at 7p.m. are Anton Webern’s Fünf Sätze für Streichquartett, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s String Quartet No. 15 in D Minor, K. 421, and Claude Debussy’s String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10. Members include Elizabeth Stewart, violin, Joosep Reimaa, violin, Marija Räisänen, viola, and Stergios Theodoridis, cello.
Trio Candesco, comprised of Sarah Shin, flute; Jessica Thompson, viola; and Jacqueline Kerrod, harp, performs a program highlighting the virtuosic possibilities of their combination of instruments on Thursday, April 23, at 7 p.m. Pieces include Claude Debussy’s Sonate for flute, viola and harp, Hilary Tann’s From the Song of Amergin, Maurice Ravel’s Sonatine arranged by Carlos Salzedo, and Toru Takemitsu’s “And Then I Knew ’Twas Wind.”
Pianist Natasha Paremski joins the PSO for a performance of Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1 on October 23.
Tickets for individual performances are $65 for the season opener and $45 for other concerts. A four-performance bundle is available for $155. For more information, visit princetonsymphony.org or call 609497-0020.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12
Woolsey Park, 221 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd
View outrageous giant pumpkins carved by local artists under the big top - Rain or Shine!
• new! beer garden (Fri to Sun) • live music + entertainment
• face + mini-pumpkin painting • fire pits + s’mores
• kids hay bale play area....and more!
byterian Church, 61 Nassau Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. The New York Times best-selling author discusses her new book, “Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy,” at a VIP reception and author talk at Nassau Presbyterian Church. Register. $125 and up includes a copy of the book. 5:30 p.m.
Aída Cuevas – “The Queen of Mariachi”, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.mccarter.org. Aída Cuevas visits for her monumental 50th Anniversary U.S. Tour 2025. 7:30 p.m.
Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane. www.princetonfolk. org. Superb harmonies on classic country, bluegrass to contemporary folk, backed by instrumental virtuosity (guitar, five-string banjo, ukulele, mandolin, cello-banjo, more). $25 online or at the door. 8 p.m.
saturday OctOber 18
Breakfast & Birdsong, Sustainable Princeton, Institute for Advanced Study, 1 Einstein Drive. www.sustainableprinceton.org. Start your morning with a delicious breakfast, then set out on a guided bird walk through the Institute Woods with Peter Reczek, a former National Audubon Society instructor. Register. $80. 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Open House, Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart, 1128 Great Road. www.princetonacademy.org. Learn about Princeton Academy’s mission, its programs, and the spirit of its community. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Family Fun Day, Princeton Einstein Museum of Science, Dohm Alley. Hands-on science fun, learning sheets to take home,
International Music Festival, Center for Modern Aging Princeton, Suzanne Patterson Building, 45 Stockton Street, 609-751-9699. engage.cmaprinceton.org/component/events/ event/696. Multicultural and intergenerational celebration, bringing together seniors, families, and neighbors for live performances that showcase diversity, unity, and the healing power of music. Register. $10. 2 p.m.
Halloween Spooktacular, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street. princetonshoppingcenter.com. Children’s activities including face painting, balloon artists, craft stations, and trick-or-treating from local retailers. Triumph Brewery pop-up beer garden for adults and live music from local artists. Screening of “Hocus Pocus” at 6:15 p.m. 3 to 8 p.m.
plus kid’s free giveaways at the “Einstein’s Brain: Mind of a Genius” exhibit. Noon to 2 p.m.
Meet the Music: Musical Fairy Tales, Princeton University Concerts, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. concerts. princeton.edu. Fairy tales from around the world are brought to life through music with host Bruce Adolphe and musicians from The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. For children ages 6 to 12 and their families. $11 adults; $6 children. 1 p.m.
Film: 35,000 Watts, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. A screening of the documentary exploring community radio pioneers, the culture of college radio and its impact on music history and culture. Panel discussion with WPRB and The Bronc to follow. 1 to 3 p.m.
Film: Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks. com. A screening of the documentary about the life of poet, Nikki Giovanni and the revolutionary historical periods through which she lived. The group of poets, No River Twice, develops an interactive community performance in response to the screening. 3:30 p.m.
Four on the Floor: Alt Rock Fest, Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. Performances by GIANT INFLATABLE DOG, Cherry Blossoms, Bomber Jacket, and The Plebs. $15 to $20. 6 to 9 p.m.
Rent Party 2025, Housing Initiatives of Princeton, Frick Chemistry Lab, Princeton University. www.housinginitiativesofprinceton.org. “Elements of Change: A Formula for Housing” includes food, drinks, music, a silent auction, and more. Cocktail attire encouraged. Register. $200 and up. 7 to 10 p.m.
Chris Thile, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place. www.
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sunday OctOber 19
Run for Rescue, Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad, TPC Jasna Polana, 4519 Province Line Road. www.pfars.org. 5K race open to runners and walkers. Register at runsignup.com. $40 includes t-shirt while supplies last. 8:30 a.m.
Family Fun Day, Princeton Einstein Museum of Science, Dohm Alley. Hands-on science fun, learning sheets to take home, plus kid’s free giveaways at the “Einstein’s Brain: Mind of a Genius” exhibit. Noon to 2 p.m.
Discovering Princeton at Morven Walking Tour, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven.org. Explore Princeton’s Mercer Hill neighborhood and the Stockton family’s history on a walk led by the authors of “Discovering Princeton: A Photographic Guide with Five Walking Tours.” 90-minute tour highlights the Stocktons’ profound influence on both the town and its institutions for over two centuries. Register. $20. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Open House, Princeton Skating Club, Princeton Day School rink, 650 Great Road. www.princetonskatingclub.org. Information about membership, group lessons, and an opportunity to skate. Skate rentals available for free. 1 to 3 p.m.
Film: Quartet, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. A screening of the British musical comedy, based on the play “Quartet” by Ronald Harwood and directed by Dustin Hoffman, is followed by a discussion. PG-
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Bachtoberfest, Princeton Pro Musica, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. www.princetonpromusica.org. Program includes Magnificat, Concerto for Two Violins, and other festive favorites. $12 to $84. 4 p.m.
MOnday OctOber 20
Monthly Meeting, Women’s College Club of Princeton, Stockton Education Center, Morven Museum, 55 Stockton Street. www.wccpnj.org. Seniors have unique healthcare needs that can be challenging to manage. Lisa Cruser discusses ways to empower ourselves to be our own Healthcare Advocate. She also explores when and how to ask for a second opinion. Cruser has experience in disciplines, including geriatrics, cardiology, and clinical research as a nurse, patient advocate, and community leader. Free. 1 to 3 p.m.
Christopher Eisgruber in conversation with Deborah Pearlstein: A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration, Princeton Public Library & Labyrinth Books, 65 Witherspoon Street. www.labyrinthbooks.com. Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber is joined in conversation with Deborah Pearlstein, director of the Program in Law and Public Policy, about his new book “Terms of Respect: How Colleges Get Free Speech Right.” Register. 6 p.m.
tuesday OctOber 21
Morven’s Curator Corner: The Young Trustee Broadside, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street. www.morven. org. Second program in the Curator’s Corner series featurse a new acquisition: an 1854 horse broadside connected to Commo-
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