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Gershkovich Marks Year Since Arrest, Detention In Bleak Russian Prison

Friday, March 29, marked a full year since Evan Gershkovich, a 2010 Princeton High School graduate, was detained in Russia while on assignment as a fully accredited reporter for the Wall Street Journal. He was accused of espionage and has been imprisoned at the highsecurity Lefortovo prison in Moscow.

The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. government, and Gershkovich himself have forcefully denied the charges. On March 26 his detention was extended for three more months. HIs trial date has not been set.

President Joe Biden has repeatedly asserted his commitment to seeking a release or a prisoner exchange for Gershkovich, and the Biden administration has announced that “intensive efforts” are underway on Gershkovich’s behalf.

“Journalism is not a crime, and Evan went to Russia to do his job as a reporter — risking his safety to shine the light of truth on Russia’s brutal aggression against Ukraine,” Biden stated on Friday. Gershkovich, 32, is the first American to be imprisoned on espionage charges in Russia since 1986 during the Cold War.

The New York Times reported on Friday that in prison Gershkovich has been playing a “slow-running” game of chess by mail with his father, works through book recommendations from his friends, exercises, meditates, reads, writes letters, and keeps track of people’s birthdays and other events. HIs father described the prison cell as “a very small, very isolated place with a small window and very little time outside,” according to the Times.

A group of Gershkovich’s friends have set up a website for him at freegershkovich.com , where supporters can send him an email, which will be translated into Russian in accordance with Russian law, or donate to a GoFundMe to help his parents.

The Wall Street Journal on Friday printed a wraparound front page with the banner headline: “His Story Should Be Here,” followed by the subhead: “A year in Russian prison. A year of stolen stories, stolen joys, stolen memories. The crime: journalism.” —all above a huge blank space covering most of the front page.

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Watershed Institute Celebrates a Milestone

The year 2024 marks a momentous anniversary for The Watershed Institute. Founded 75 years ago as the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, the Pennington-based nonpro t has been ghting to preserve the environment since long before the cause became so universally embraced.

The year-long birthday celebration is ongoing. The seventh annual Watershed Conference, held at The College of New Jersey on February 23, drew state leaders and environmentalists concerned about the issue of catastrophic ooding. On April 12, author and Princeton University graduate Leila Philip will appear at the Institute to discuss her bestseller

Beaver Land: How One Weird Rodent Made America. And at the organization’s annual meeting on May 13, Tim Palmer will talk about his book Seek Higher Ground: The Natural Solution to Our Urgent Flooding Crisis

“It’s very humbling to have played a role in an organization that has been around for 75 years,” said Executive Director Jim Waltman. “I’m the 11th executive director. And 360 men and women have served on our board. There have been some real highs, and some tough

times. We couldn’t be more grateful to the people who have supported us over the years. They were visionaries.”

In preparation for the anniversary year, Waltman read through a lot of meticulously typed meeting minutes, notes, and correspondence in the archives. The organization had been active for almost 25 years before the Clean Water Act was established in 1972.

“To imagine a band of mostly volunteers, trying to protect and restore the

environment without the architecture of federal legislation, is pretty amazing,” he said. “When they started out, the concern was that this area was mostly farmland. And most of the farms were experiencing a lot of erosion and sedimentation of the streams. A lot of that landed up in Lake Carnegie. They set out before there was any kind of technology, and estimated there were around 450 individuals and other entities that owned at least ve acres of land in the Stonybrook

Sustainable Princeton Welcomes Spring With Full Plate of Events, EcoExperiences

Spring has arrived in Princeton, and Sustainable Princeton wants the community to know that it’s time for a Backyard Chicken Chat, where you can learn how to raise your very own ock; Foraged Flower Art, where you can gather your materials and create your own pressed art; Jardin de Lluvia 101, a workshop in Spanish for landscapers; a Gathering for the BikeCurious; and much more.

These multiple EcoExperiences lead up to an Earth Day Community Green Fair at Morven Museum and Garden from 11

a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, with live music, historic garden tours, lots of food, fun activities and games hosted by the Princeton Public Schools, more chickens, yoga, owers, and chances to win prizes.

On their sustainableprinceton. org website, the organization describes EcoExperiences as “unique sustainablythemed events with all proceeds from ticket purchases going directly to support our mission of reducing greenhouse gases,

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that he sang in support of resistance against fascism during the Spanish Civil War.

On Saturday, April 13, the Robeson event starts at the ACP at 10:15 a.m. with an introduction and announcement of the 2024 Robeson Scholars and Fellows, recognized by the Paul Robeson House of Princeton. At 10:40 a.m. there will be the annual wreath laying at the bust of Robeson in front of the ACP, followed by a mayoral proclamation. At 11 a.m. the Paul Robeson Oratory and Arts competition will take place, followed at 2 p.m. by a tour of the Robeson House and other Princeton sites.

to Princeton and show them what activism and social programs can look like in this community. We’re excited about that.”

Colbert pointed out that the Paul Robeson Oratory and Arts completion on April 13 is part of a long-standing tradition sponsored by the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and that several students are expected to make speeches related to the subject of social justice.

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“We are committed to opening this facility and having it open for business by this time next year,” said Ben Colbert, president of the board of directors of the Robeson House.

Emphasizing the important role that the Robeson House has historically played in bringing together the local community, Colbert noted, “The house has been an integral part of the African American community for almost two centuries. It represents an effort of collaboration. It solved many of the problems of the time by giving the community a focus, a place where it could meet and survive; especially helpful in the period when you didn’t have access to the community commerce at all.”

The Heritage Tour plaque that will be installed at the completed Robeson House states: “The mission of the house is to serve as a beacon in the African American Community, to serve as a Cultural Center in Princeton, and to memorialize the life and achievements of Paul Robeson, ‘Princeton’s Native Son.’”

The ACP, also known as the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, has partnered with Paul Robeson House of Princeton on many Robeson-centered events.

“What I think the Arts Council represents is the importance of keeping the Robeson name in the public eye,” Colbert said. “We have a theme: make Robeson a household name.”

nership with the Witherspoon-Jackson Historical and Cultural Society (WJHCS) on the 126th anniversary of Robeson’s actual birthday on Tuesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. ACP Executive Director Adam Welch will provide opening remarks, followed by personal-historical commentary by neighborhood historian and WJHCS President Shirley Satterfield; then a presentation of the Robeson Clay Project by ACP artists, Princeton High School science students, and Paul Robeson House of Princeton; and finally a flamenco dance performance by Lisa Botalico that was inspired by a Robeson speech and songs

Joy Barnes-Johnson, a board member of the Paul Robeson House of Princeton, noted that they received 35 applications this year for the Robeson Scholars program, which is designed to generate support for young people who are doing projects related to social justice. When the program started in 2021, there were nine Robeson Scholars — three scholar athletes, three scholar artists, and three scholar activists.

Last year they had three adult Robeson Fellows. “They help us from an adult perspective,” Barnes-Johnson said. “Our goal is to help them and give them a platform for social programs, but also expose them to Princeton and the Robeson legacy.”

Barnes-Johnson said that the Paul Robeson House of Princeton would be presenting between six and nine scholars’ awards. “The beautiful thing is we are hoping to hold a conference in July that will bring them

“The town has been very supportive,” added Colbert. “The activities of the town have helped to put us in the position to resurrect and preserve this aspect of the community’s founding.”

The celebrations next week, free and open to all ages, include a multimedia celebration at ACP in part -

Colbert went on to discuss the future of the house, the opening of which next year has been the main focus of the Paul Robeson House of Princeton board. He emphasized the importance of the fact that the house and its legacy are being preserved as “a symbol of the African American community and the contributions they have made over the years” as well as the honored birthplace and home of “one of Princeton’s most renowned citizens.”

Colbert explained that they did not want to make the house a museum, though they did want to include an archive with Robeson memorabilia and items of importance that were a part of the Witherspoon-Jackson community. “We will be very proud to share memorabilia from Paul and his family and from the Robeson era,” Colbert said. “We have access to quite a bit of materials that will reflect the life and times of the house.”

He went on to say that the house, as in the past, would be “a place for contemplation and for gathering of people from the Witherspoon-Jackson community.” Its most

important function he emphasized will be “to respond to the real challenges associated with housing, especially temporary housing, as people try to settle or are planning to settle in the community.”

Paul Robeson House of Princeton anticipates having at least three independent rooms for temporary residents in need, possibly for a small family or for two students who are doing research; “people who will enhance the research on Robeson or on the changing patterns of issues that continue to challenge the African American community,” he added.

The reconstruction of the house has taken longer than Colbert hoped, but he’s eagerly looking forward to the opening of the newly reconstructed facility in time for Robeson’s next birthday celebration in April 2025. Colbert recalled his work in the civil rights movement in the South in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. “I felt that if we’ve learned anything from that, it’s that we must take care of our own,” he said. “We must not let history say, ‘Well it’s gone now.’”

—Donald Gilpin

Police Blotter

On April 2, at 12:24 a.m., subsequent to a motor vehicle stop for speeding on Mercer Street, the driver, a 22-year-old male from Princeton, was found to have operated his vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. He was placed under arrest, transported to police headquarters, and processed accordingly. He was later released from police custody.

On April 1, at 1:04 p.m., subsequent to a motor vehicle stop on North Harrison Street for disregarding a stop sign, the driver, a 43-year-old male from Seattle, Wash., was found to have operated his vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. During the motor vehicle stop an open container of alcohol was observed. The driver was placed under arrest, transported to police headquarters, and processed accordingly. He was later released from police custody.

On March 24, at 1:22 p.m., subsequent to a motor vehicle stop on Washington Road, the driver, a 24-yearold male from West Windsor, was found to have operated his vehicle while intoxicated. He was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters, where he was processed and charged accordingly. He was later released from police custody.

On March 20, at 1:22 a.m., subsequent to a report of a two-car motor vehicle crash on Hamilton Avenue, the driver of one of the vehicles, a 48-year-old male from Middleburg, Fla., was found to have operated his vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. He was placed under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated, transported to police headquarter, and processed accordingly. He was later released from police custody.

Unless noted, individuals arrested were later released.

Question of the Week:

“What do you like best about spring?”

(Asked Sunday at the Bunny Trail Spring Festival at Terhune Orchards)

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Alena: “I love how nature is waking up.”

Anton: “It feels like waking up from hibernation.” —Alena and Anton Tarasenko, Jersey City

Lisa Marie: “I love the trees blooming — my favorite would be the weeping willow.”

Bernadette: “Winter is over, and summer is coming — my favorite season!”

—Lisa Marie Bruno, Pittsburgh, Pa., with Bernadette Sigado, Princeton

Hannah: “Cherry blossoms.”

Chelsey: “All the little flowers to pick.”

Louis: “I get to play soccer outdoors on my travel team!”

Eli: “I get to play outside.” —Hannah Liu, East Brunswick; Chelsey Li, South Brunswick; Louis Liu, East Brunswick; and Eli Li, South Brunswick

Mykal: “Seeing the flowers bloom.” —Autumn Reed and Mykal Sumter-Reed, Newark

American Cancer Society Program Partners University Students with Medical Center

A partnership between Penn Princeton Medical Center and students from Princeton University is designed to help underserved cancer patients get access to the resources they need. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, ACS CARES has included the University in a second round of educational institutions taking part in the national program.

“As the program expands into New Jersey, many of these resources will be directed towards the state’s minority populations who are most likely to encounter disparities in their fights against cancer,” reads a release.

Barriers related to finances, transportation, and food insecurity are among the issues to be targeted when the program begins in September.

ACS CARES was developed last year and launched with three pilot programs at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the University of Iowa. Princeton is among nine institutions in the second round.

“Our goal is to provide the right information and the right resources at the right time, and in the right way, for folks who need them,” said Bonny Morris, who heads the ACS team. “We recognize that every person is different. We want these experiences to be personalized. When you are diagnosed, you’re overwhelmed, and there is so much to think about.”

As examples of disparities in the fight against cancer, ACS lists several statistics: Black men have the highest overall cancer mortality rate, 19 percent higher than white men; Black women have 40 percent higher death rates in breast cancer cases compared to white women despite having lower incidence rates; Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) people have liver and stomach cancer rates that are double those in white individuals; Hispanic women experience a cervical cancer incidence that is 35 percent higher than that of white women; and lung and stomach cancer rates in Hispanic persons are double those of white persons. ACS has an app to help

people navigate the treatment process. It is also possible to speak with someone virtually. “We have volunteers within the app, who have conversations with people about their shared experiences and challenges. But we know there are also people who prefer to talk in person, and that’s where this comes in,” said Morris.

The number of students involved depends on the caseload. The pilot program at the hospital will start with a group of five to 15 volunteers, and then expand from there. “In North Carolina, where we are based, we now have about 70 volunteers,” Morris said. “It starts small to make sure it is tailored to program needs.”

Students taking part will be undergraduates selected through an application and interview process.

NAACP College Chapter

Established at Rider

A new college chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was chartered at Rider University during a ceremony held recently. The ceremony marked the inauguration of four executive committee members and included remarks from guest speakers, including Rider University trustee and alumnus Judge Marc A. McKithen ’96, Trenton’s chief municipal judge; and Mercer County Commissioner Samuel T. Frisby Sr.

The Rider chapter aims to enhance social and political activism within the University and the local community, while actively participating in and contributing to the NAACP New Jersey State Conference Youth and College Division (NAACP NJSC YCD).

to “achieve equity, political rights, and social inclusion by advancing policies and practices that expand human and civil rights, eliminate discrimination, and accelerate the well-being,

education, and economic security of Black people and all persons of color.

Membership to the Rider University chapter is open to all undergraduate and graduate students.

“We want to make sure they’re in it for the right reasons, and that they have the dedication and compassion to provide the support that’s needed,” Morris said. “The volunteers will meet with patients in the cancer clinic, and do a social needs assessment to address disparities or barriers that might exist. Then, they will connect them with local, regional, and national resources.”

The existing ACS CARES pilot programs have yielded positive results. “It has been hugely beneficial for the organizations involved, because the students are able to extend the reach which increases that quality of care,” Morris said.

—Anne Levin

While the organization celebrates its 115th anniversary this year, the Youth and College Division was established in 1936.

“For 88 years, the Youth and College Division has been in existence. For 88 years, this campus has missed out on civil rights leadership, programming, and activism, in which this organization has historically been a vehicle,” said Professor Charles Ray, chapter adviser. “The 25 students who agreed to charter this chapter on campus should be commended.”

The NAACP is the nation’s oldest civil rights organization. Its mission is

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tives stand with the Voorhees family next to the cover of the “New Jersey: 2024 Official Travel Guide” featuring the family’s farm.

Local Farm Celebrated By Montgomery Township

In celebration of the community’s agrarian history, the Montgomery Township Committee honored farmers for National Agriculture Week during a recent meeting. Special recognition was given to the Voorhees Family, whose Hidden Spring Lavender and Alpaca Farm is featured on the cover of the New Jersey: 2024 Official Travel Guide.

“Our farms have been part of our township’s storied history,” said Mayor Neena Singh. “Many of us drive by open space and forget about the role it plays in beautifying our community. This evening we recognized a family who has, once again, put us on the map

as a premier destination.”

The Voorhees’ accomplishment is emblematic of Montgomery’s strong agricultural background and commitment to open space, with over one-third of the municipality currently preserved. The committee hopes that this proclamation further spreads awareness of agriculture’s importance, both economically and environmentally.

“Our farmers play a pivotal role in our community,” said Open Space and Stewardship Director Lauren Wasilauski. “On days like today, we show our farmers how much we appreciate them. This is also why the township plays an active role supporting Montgomery Friends of Open Space

Farmers Market, which provides farmers an opportunity to sell their products directly to the community.”

The final indoor market will be on April 27, and the outdoor market will open on June 1 at its new location at the Montgomery Municipal Center.

Warby Parker Offers

Free Eclipse Glasses

As part of a storewide effort, Warby Parker at 46 Nassau Street is offering two pairs of free eclipse-viewing glasses to those who want to view the solar eclipse happening on April 8. The glasses are available, while supplies last, through April 8.

Tuck-Ponder is a graduate of the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University and the University of Pennsylvania Law

School. She is a long-term resident of Princeton and former mayor.

Tickets are $100. Registration is available at womancradleofabundance.org.

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The astronomical phenomenon is the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044. A solar eclipse can be viewed safely by looking through special-purpose solar filters. These filters must meet an international standard, indicated by ISO 12312-2 certification, which these are.

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, thereby obscuring the view of the sun from a small part of the Earth, totally or partially. The last partial one visible from New Jersey occurred in 2018.

Two to Be Honored by Woman, Cradle of Abundance

Woman, Cradle of Abundance, a locally-based nonprofit, will honor Michele Tuck-Ponder and Monique Misenga Mukuna at a dinner on Saturday, April 27, 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street.

“Rise Up – Women of Color Succeeding” is the theme. Woman, Cradle of Abundance (WCoA) was founded by Professor Elsie McKee. WCoA partners with two Congolese established and run nonprofits, including Femme, Berceau de l’Abundance (FEBA), founded in the Democratic

Conservation Foundation

Pays Tribute to McVays

Scott and Hella McVay will be honored for their longtime support of land conservation on Thursday, May 16, at New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s annual gala.

The event, to be held at Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton Township, will celebrate the organization’s land preservation and stewardship efforts throughout New Jersey, including those aimed at protecting native flora and fauna, and greening urban areas. The theme of the gala is “Inspired by Nature.”

The McVays were chosen as this year’s honorees for their enthusiastic leadership in promoting a wide range of causes, including conservation, environmental stewardship, animal welfare, the arts, science, and education.

“For decades, Scott and Hella McVay have been amazing champions of New Jersey Conservation Foundation, as well as many other organizations,” said Alison Mitchell, co-executive director. “They’re passionate about both nature and the arts, and their enthusiasm ignites others to share in those passions. They’re an inspiration for all who strive to make a positive impact in this world.”

Scott McVay is a poet, naturalist, and philanthropist who has directed or served on the boards of many institutions including the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation, the World Wildlife Fund, the Chautauqua Institution, the Earth Policy Institute, and Grounds For Sculpture. As a founding director of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, he created the Dodge Poetry Festival. As a scientific researcher, he helped discover and document the six-octave song of the humpback whale.

Hella McVay, a Germanborn mathematician, was founding chair of the mathematics department at Stuart Country Day School. A trustee emeritus of D&R Greenway Land Trust, she founded the nonprofit Whole Earth Center in 1970 and served for many years as its president.

Married for over 60 years, the McVays are known for their skill at making connections between art and nature. One example is their creation of the Poetry Trail at

auction of unique trips and experiences. Tickets are $500 a person, and are available at tinyurl.com/NJCF2024gala. Proceeds will support New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s land preservation, advocacy, and stewardship efforts throughout the state.

Contact Bo Humphrey at bo.humphrey@njconservation. org for more information.

Womanspace to Honor

Bonnie Watson Coleman Womanspace, a Mercer County nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault, will honor Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman with the Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award on May 30 at 5:30 p.m., at the organization’s 28th annual awards dinner at the Boathouse on Mercer Lake.

Watson Coleman is being honored in recognition of her advocacy, dedication, and achievements in advancing gender equality, empowering women, and supporting initiatives that promote a more just, equitable, and violence-free community for all.

the Mercer County Board of Freeholders. When she and my mother had cancer, Barbara would come comfort my mother. To receive an award previously granted to such esteemed peers as Cokie Roberts, Diane Sawyer, and C. Vivian Stringer is a high honor. I thank Womanspace for the work that they’ve done and for recognizing the efforts of men and women who have worked so hard to advance the work of those fighting to end violence against women and create a safer and more peaceful world.”

Princeton’s Greenway Meadows Park, a one-mile path dotted with over 50 signs inscribed with poems relating to nature.

As you look at the natural world,” says Scott, “in all its variability, connectedness and diversity, it’s just one miracle after another.”

New Jersey Conservation Foundation is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide organization devoted to preserving land and protecting nature throughout New Jersey’s rural, suburban, and urban landscapes for the benefit of all. Since 1960, it has preserved more than 140,000 acres of open space, farmland, and parks. We also manage 17 nature preserves, conduct public outreach and education programs, and advocate for sensible land use and climate policies that will protect the health of New Jersey communities for generations to come.

The gala includes cocktails, dinner, music, and a live

Watson Coleman has served as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District since 2015, and is the first Black woman to represent New Jersey in Congress. She is a member of the Appropriations Committee and serves as chair of the Policing, Constitution, and Equality task force in the Congressional Progressive Caucus. She has introduced legislation to ensure the safety, civil rights, and quality of life for all in her district, especially women, economically disadvantaged populations, and other vulnerable groups. She is a founder of the Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls and is an active member of the Congressional Black Caucus, the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.

“I am honored and humbled to receive the Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award,” said Watson Coleman. “Barbara and my father served together on

The Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award is presented to an individual who has used their platform to raise public awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault and inspire others to greater action and engagement in their own communities. The award is named for Barbara Boggs Sigmund who as mayor of Princeton and the first woman freeholder in Mercer County, was the driving political force behind the 1977 founding of Womanspace. Daughter of the late Congressman Hale Boggs and the Honorable Lindy Boggs, she was dedicated to her crusade against domestic violence.

In addition to an inspiring award ceremony, the night will include a cocktail reception followed by dinner, drinks, and a raffle. Guests at a certain level will also be invited to a VIP Reception with Watson Coleman herself. For sponsorship opportunities, donations, tickets, and more, visit womanspace.org. The proceeds from this event go to providing services for women, men, and children affected by domestic or sexual violence.

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CONSERVATION HEROES: Scott and Hella McVay are being honored for their support of land conservation at a May 16 gala. (Photo by Suzette Lucas)

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Watershed. They were going to talk to them, and get them to plant trees, to help the situation. It was as hands-on as you can envision. There were no big pots of money from the government, and they just went after it.”

Climate change, flooding, and stormwater are the organization’s focus. Equally concerning is the loss of connection between people and nature, and the need to keep inspiring and fostering those connections. “There is a growing body of literature about this,” said Waltman. “When people have exposure to the environment,

they are more likely to do things to protect it. We have almost 1,000 acres here, and we want that to be an exemplar for stewardship.”

The issues of justice, equity, and diversity figure prominently in the Institute’s new strategic plan. Educational programs for schools, especially in Trenton, are another focus. “We want to give them the scientific understanding, teaching them the skills, but also how to make change,” said Waltman. “Teaching the practice of advocacy, how decisions get made in your town, is new work for us. And it has been really rich. Young people today don’t want to be talked at. They want to save the world.”

Waltman is looking forward to the upcoming appearance by Philip, whose book is focused on the remarkable role that the Castor canadensis , more familiarly known as the North American beaver, plays in the preservation of the environment. While both were members of Princeton University’s Class of 1986, they didn’t cross paths until recently.

“Leila and I were on a panel together last fall,” Waltman said. “She’s a very much sought-after speaker. She’s from a different perspective of the climate problem. Though we think about the same issues, we think about them in different

ways. The story she tells is interesting, and a part of our natural history that I think has not been told very much.”

Philip’s book takes readers on a tour of the beaver’s important role in ensuring that the world’s waterways function the way they should. Beavers create dams that store and cleanse water, so that it moves gradually through the watershed and sinks through soil. The transatlantic fur trade between 1600 and 1900 nearly wiped out beaver populations, causing huge loss of wetlands. But efforts have been made since then to restore them to watersheds.

“The light bulb is turning on,” Philip said. “People are realizing that with beavers, there are so fewer problems with water. Even in the crowded Northeast, there are areas where they can do good work — helping with flooding, and helping stream systems become more resilient when droughts come. We’re facing more heat, and beavers are incredibly valuable. People are starting to put a dollar figure on the work they do, and they work for free. It just makes sense to harness them.”

Waltman regards the February conference, which included speakers from across New Jersey discussing “Regional Collaborations for our Watersheds,” as a major success.

“It’s an example of what we aspire to do more of,” he said. “Even though we were founded with a very specific geographic focus, what’s interesting is that even back in the early days, we were working on state policy and helping elsewhere. Now, we’re really being more explicit in our aspirations for learning and leadership on watershed issues for the State of New Jersey. We’re committed to the local region, but we aspire to have an impact beyond that.”

Philip’s talk at the Institute, 31 Titus Mill Road in Pennington, is at 6 p.m. Admission is free. Visit thewatershed.org for more information.

—Anne Levin

Rider to Offer Free Program for Veterans Rider University’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies will once again offer a free six-week program this summer that supports veterans who want to develop a business concept or grow an existing business. Now in its 11th year, the Veterans Entrepreneurship Training (VET) Program is currently accepting applications. Registration is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is limited to 20 students to allow for instructor feedback and individualized attention.

Participants enter the program at all different phases of their entrepreneurship journey, says Ron Cook, the founder and executive director of Rider’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies who teaches the program.

“We have vets investigating the basic idea of ‘Should I be starting anything?’” he said. “We have other vets who come in with a business concept and they want to determine its feasibility, and we have others who are looking to grow their business with a new line of inquiry.”

In addition to receiving personalized feedback, program participants are granted access to Rider’s library databases, which provide detailed information about their concept’s industry, demographics and competition. “This information is vital for making better decisions,” Cook said.

Upon completion of the classroom portion, veterans will receive one year of mentoring as they pursue their venture dreams.

“This training program was the key ingredient I needed to guide me through the many complex issues and risks needing to be considered prior to embarking on my business journey,” said Al Procell, a retired commercial pilot who served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. “The program was a great learning experience, a tremendous source of information and resources from start to finish, and definitely worth the time and effort.”

Procell enrolled in Rider’s VET program last summer with the intent of establishing a family business that would offer those of Polish heritage interested in securing ancestral birth certificates or other family records a direct connection

to legal services in Poland.

“The VET program offered a tremendous amount of information and resources that enabled me to continue developing my business efforts long after the program was finished,” says Procell.

The program is made possible through the support of the New Jersey Bankers Charitable Foundation, Inc., which was established in 2005 to honor fallen or permanently disabled military members in the post-9/11 Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts by providing scholarships to their eligible dependents. In 2015, the purpose of the Foundation was expanded to include broader charitable causes in addition to veteran causes. Applicants to the VET program must be a veteran, veteran spouse or dependent of a veteran and have a business concept to pursue to be eligible to participate. All classes will be held on Rider’s campus in Lawrenceville.

Interested applicants can apply online. For more information contact Cook at cookr@rider.edu or call (609) 895-5522.

Filmmakers ages 14-25 are invited to submit short films for consideration for screening at the 2024 Princeton Student Film Festival. Entries should be no longer than 20 minutes and must be submitted by June 1. There is no fee to enter.

Launched in 2003, the Princeton Student Film Festival features films by local, regional and international students, and provides an opportunity for young filmmakers to screen their work to a broad audience and receive feedback. Selected films include a variety of genres and styles and are intended for a teen and adult audience.

Films selected as part of the festival will be shown to a general audience in the library’s Community Room on July 31. Filmmakers are invited to participate in Q&A sessions following the screenings, but filmmaker attendance is not required. Films must be submitted by completing the entry form available at princetonlibrary.org/psff. Additional information about the festival and selection process is also available at princetonlibrary.org/psff.

AN ENDURING MISSION: The Watershed Institute’s dedication to keeping water clean, safe, and healthy dates back decades. Education Director Jeff Hoagland, celebrating his 40th year with the organization, is among those working to protect and restore water and the natural environment in central New Jersey through conservation, advocacy, science, and education.

“This year we decided that instead of our annual fundraising gala, we would offer more intimate small-group experiences based on sustainable topics and activities that people buy tickets for and have a more intimate, interactive experience,” said Sustainable Princeton Communications and Outreach Manager Elana Berk in an April 1 phone conversation. “And they get to meet likeminded individuals who are interested in similar topics.”

Coming up this Sunday, April 7, back by popular demand after its sold-out sessions last year, is the Backyard Chicken Chat, led by Sustainable Princeton Program Manager Jenny Ludmer, who has been a successful backyard chicken farmer since 2020, when Princeton passed an ordinance permitting and regulating the raising of chickens in town.

“She’ll take people into her backyard and teach them one-on-one how to do this yourself, and since it’s spring she has baby chicks,” said Berk. “It’s an interactive experience, with refreshments too.”

Berk went on to explain how the chicken experience aligns with Sustainable Princeton’s overall mission. “One of the things that most people think of when they get chickens is ‘Hey, I’m going to get eggs,’ which is great, but one of the things I found out through Jenny is that chickens are composting machines,” she said. “You’ll never have to put another scrap into the landfill when you have chickens. They eat all the food waste.”

She continued, “They also help to control ticks in your yard and other pests so you don’t have to use pesticides. It’s a very nature-based, environmentally-friendly solution to problems that we have to deal with.”

Berk noted the composting, fertilizing, and soil-aerating contributions of chickens. “They’re a great thing to have in your backyard, and keeping that food waste out of the landfill has a direct impact on our greenhouse gas emissions,” she added. “I’m really excited about that. I live in an apartment, but if I had a yard, I would have chickens.”

On Sunday afternoon, April 14, another EcoExperience will take place with wilderness guide, sustainability teacher, artist, and Sustainable Princeton Board Member Liz Cutler leading

a two-session class with June 23 follow-up. Participants in the first session meet outdoors, where they learn how to gather and press flowers, then return in June to eat plant-based hors d’oeuvres and create their own pressed flower art at Cutler’s home.

“She’ll show you how to arrange the dried flowers, pressed flowers,” said Berk. “I want to call them collages, but they’re not even collages. This is a super-exciting experience that we’ve never offered before.”

Partnering with the Morven Museum and Garden and the local school district for Earth Day on April 20, Sustainable Princeton will be offering a varied array of entertainments and learning experiences. “The middle school will be doing a hydroponic demo, which is really cool, and Sustainable Princeton will be launching its lending library,” said Berk. “It’s a library of things, sustainable things. We’re going to be showing off some of the equipment that folks can sign up to borrow, like electric landscaping equipment, induction burners, and gardening tools — all the stuff that you need but you might not want to buy.”

Berk, who joined Sustainable Princeton two years ago, reflected on the organization’s achievements and current enterprises. “One of the things that keeps me very hopeful in times of climate crisis is seeing the community act together,” she said. “These are all opportunities to connect with people about topics that are crucial — and doing it joyfully. This is a fun way to take action. We all need to do something if we’re going to beat this climate crisis, so this is a way to do it with joy and togetherness.”

She continued, emphasizing Princeton’s progress. “I love this town,” she said. “”The reason why we can offer so many of these sustainable events is because we have the community support.” She pointed out that Princeton is “a model town” with “the resources and the ability to forge a path, to be first, and try things.”

And other towns keep an eye on Princeton, she noted. “We’re often asked by other towns if we can share resources or do some mentoring, for example by putting together a climate action plan. We’re one of the few towns that has one.”

She concluded, “Everyone has a place in this fight against climate change, and if they want to get involved, I hope that they reach out to us.”

Visit sustainableprinceton. org for further information on Sustainable Princeton and their many upcoming events.

—Donald Gilpin

Bristol Myers Squibb

Honored by Rider Rider University’s Norm Brodsky College of Business has selected Bristol Myers Squibb as its 2024 Hall of Fame corporate inductee. The ceremony will take place on May 2 at The Marigold in Somerset.

The university has a longstanding and multifaceted relationship with Bristol Myers Squibb, which is known for its initiatives related to sustainability, global inclusion and diversity, and health equity. Hundreds of Rider alumni have had careers with the organization, while Rider students have benefited from the University’s relationship with the biopharmaceutical company through internships and cooperative employment opportunities.

Over the years, Bristol Myers Squibb employees have frequently dedicated their time and talents to Rider students, appearing on campus as guest lecturers, advisory council members, and as active alumni. Company employees also have participated in networking and informational events through the University’s Office of Career Development and Success.

“Bristol Myers Squibb has contributed greatly to the professional development of our students in numerous ways,” said Eugene J. Kutcher, dean of Rider’s Norm Brodsky College of Business. “We are honored to have this opportunity to formally recognize a valued partner in the education of our students with the induction into our Hall of Fame.”

Kutcher noted that the organization’s employees are often called upon to provide industry experience in visits with various student organizations such as the Accounting Society, Beta Alpha Psi, and the Institute of Managerial Accountants; and support campus programs such as Women in Finance and HISPA’s Latinos in College, as well as a variety of Rider STEM endeavors.

“These visits give our students a real-world perspective on how they can put their Rider education to use and provide insight into the many career opportunities that are available,” said Kutcher. “Our students often aspire to join Bristol Myers Squibb, where they can develop as professionals and advance in a rewarding environment.”

Since 2018 The Norm Brodsky College of Business Hall of Fame has honored the contributions of outstanding individuals and institutions that help shape and strengthen the university, the community, and their profession. This year’s ceremony will also induct Daniel Geltrude ’87, founder and managing partner of Geltrude & Company, LLC; Laura Glotzbach ’97, president of LGS Marketing Services; John Guarino ’82, former executive of the Coca-Cola Company; and Timothy Tracy ’90, global client service partner at EY Americas Private Equity Leader. Inductees are selected on the basis of their contributions toward shaping their profession and community. In addition to receiving awards at the ceremony, honorees will also be recognized through a permanent display in

Sponsorships for the induction ceremony are still available, with proceeds for both table sponsors as well as individual ticket purchases supporting the accounting program, scholarships and the Norm Brodsky College of Business Engaged Learning Fund. For more information, visit rider.edu/ brodskyhalloffame.

Students Raise Funds To Help Fight Cancer

Rider University’s annual Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society will be held on Saturday, April 20 on the Campus Mall from 3 to 9:30 p.m. Organizers hope to raise $35,000 for the charity.

The event is open to Rider students, faculty, and staff, as well as alumni and the general public, and offers an opportunity for the community to come together to honor loved ones lost to cancer while raising money to fight against the disease. It is the largest entirely student-run event at Rider. This year the theme is Hollywood. Participants will complete laps around the Campus Mall with at least one member of each team walking at all times.

“Cancer is bigger than just one person. Cancer is a shared human experience,” said senior Alex Long, campus president of Relay for Life. “Every single person has known someone who has been afflicted with the disease. Relay for Life grants a special opportunity for communities around the world to realize this and come together to eliminate

it, turning one person into many.”

Funds raised support research, access to lifesaving screenings, support for cancer patients, and more. Donations to sponsor laps are now being accepted. Rider has hosted the event since 2009, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars to help eliminate cancer. Other activities on

campus leading up to this year’s walk have included a trivia night, a dodgeball tournament, and a paint and sip night.

For more information or to get involved at Rider’s Relay for Life event, contact RelayForLife@rider.edu. In case of rain, the event will be held the following day inside the Student Recreation Center from 4:30 to 10 p.m.

COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR: Princeton High School Counselor Adam Rothschild, pictured with Dana Karas of the New Jersey School Counselor Association (NJSCA), was honored as the 2024 Mercer County Counselor of the County at a recent NJSCA ceremony. Rothschild has been a school counselor since 2007, at PHS since 2021, and he was at Princeton Middle School for 10 years before that. (Photo courtesy of Princeton Public Schools)

Anne Brossman Sweigart Hall on Rider’s campus.

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Gershkovich grew up in Princeton. He spoke Russian at home with his Jewish parents, who had been born in the Soviet Union and fled to the United States in 1970. At Princeton High School Gershkovich was captain of the soccer team his senior year and led the team to a state championship. He went on to Bowdoin College and after college moved to New York City to pursue a career in journalism. He was a news assistant at the New York Times for nearly two years then in 2017 was hired by the Moscow Times as a news reporter. He joined the Wall Street Journal in 2022.

In a letter to Wall Street Journal readers on Friday, Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker wrote, “This one-year anniversary is an opportunity to express our admiration for our colleague and his family. It is a reminder of the dangers facing journalists worldwide as they pursue their essential mission. And it energizes us to continue the effort to ensure that this is the last milestone that Evan spends in prison.”

JUNCTION BARBER SHOP

33 Princeton-Hightstown Rd

Ellsworth’s Center (Near Train Station)

799-8554

Tues-Fri: 10am-6pm; Sat 8:30am-3:30pm

—Donald Gilpin as a teacup to take home. Seats are limited and tickets will likely sell out quickly. Teacup color will vary and cannot be reserved; additional teacups are available for purchase in the shop. Brunch attire is suggested, and a contest will be held for the best hat. This event recalls the Pink Tea, a fundraiser of the Old Barracks Association in 1901. Tickets can be purchased at barracks.org/maytea.

Originally built in 1758 to house British soldiers during the French and Indian War, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. In the early 20th century, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized The Old Barracks Association to purchase the building and open it as a museum.

TEATIME: The Old Barracks in Trenton is hosting a traditional afternoon tea on Sunday, May 5, with all proceeds benefiting the museum.

Nassau Swim Club is a Valuable Town Asset That Should Be Saved

To the Editor:

I am saddened to write that Princeton will be losing a resource that contributed greatly to the character and vibrancy of the town with the closure of the Nassau Swim Club (NSC).

NSC is humble in comparison to Community Park Pool, but it checked all my boxes by offering a peaceful setting in the woods, a rare place to swim in the shade and sun, and a friendly community. It offered young and inexperienced swimmers the opportunity to join a welcoming and spirited swim/dive team. And its full day aquatics program gave kids the freedom to play with new friends and with minimal adult interference. A safe local gathering spot where kids can be kids and play freely outside all day is rare these days. NSC was a true hidden gem. I deeply regret that my family and I were only able to enjoy the pool as members for just one year.

Upon receiving the news that Princeton University was terminating the lease of my new favorite place for financial reasons, I joined the fight to save NSC. NSC’s financial challenges are real, but surmountable. In just a couple months, the grassroots effort to save NSC, as documented on NSC’s website, has raised over $22K in pledges —more than enough to cover the needed pool repairs this season — and over $60K in pledges for membership and programs, more than double the amount raised at the same time the previous year. To date over 900 people have signed NSC’s online petition. Sadly, these efforts weren’t enough to change the decision of the University.

Nassau Swim Club, and other nonprofits in town, are so much more than businesses. They are what makes our town vibrant and attractive to young families, which is a shared priority of the town and University. Moreover, at the very least NSC offers our town a valuable facility — a six-lane, 25-yard (competition-sized) swimming pool with connected diving well, which the University simply plans to “remove.” It is truly disappointing that this part of our town will be lost without knowing that all options have been explored to save this valuable community asset.

MONICA SKOGE Olden Lane

Thanks to All Who Supported Successful 92nd Bryn Mawr-Wellesley Book Sale

To the Editor:

The board of the Bryn Mawr-Wellesley Book Sale thanks the many hundreds of people who made the 92nd annual sale a resounding success. We exist to raise funds for college scholarships, helping lessen the financial load of young women from central New Jersey. Every year, we give 100 percent of the sale’s proceeds for that purpose. Thanks to our 145 enthusiastic volunteers and to area book lovers of all backgrounds, whether they donated their literary treasures or found new ones to take home. Special thanks also to Stuart Country Day School where we held the sale, our partner in educating young women.

KATHRYN MORRIS President, Bryn Mawr-Wellesley Book Sale State Road

Nassau Swim Club Aquatics Program Has Benefited Community for Years

To the Editor:

I want to thank everyone who has written in support of the Nassau Swim Club. I have been a member of Nassau for almost four decades, and my children and grandchildren (and some of their cousins) have spent many magical summers there.

I am writing to mention another service to the community that Nassau has been offering for years at a very affordable cost. Designed for children of working parents, a full day aquatics program runs daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is open to children age 6 to 12. In the morning, children who are able to swim a full lane join the swim team practices, while the others receive swim lessons until ready to join. At Nassau we routinely see children learn to swim in a week or two, and become proficient swimmers by the end of the summer. Interested children can also join the dive practices in the afternoon. The rest of the day they play games, do art and craft projects under shade trees, take history or nature walks, and hang together inside and outside the pool under the attentive watch of experienced counselors.

All this in a bucolic, nature filled environment, ideal for the mind and the body, conducive to relaxed and friendly interactions. There is no other program like this in the area, and there is no place like Nassau!

CHIARA NAPPI Clover Lane

Foundation, the Ridgeview Conservancy, and The Watershed Institute, all nonprofits that are donating grant funding towards the purchase. The state, through its competitive Green Acres grant program and the County Open Space Advisory Board, has also deemed the purchase worthy of funding. $1,830,000 has been raised from private donors. The town will ultimately pay between 20 percent and 25 percent of the purchase price, depending on the county’s contribution, which has not been finalized. Princeton will initially advance more than that amount, and will be reimbursed as funding from other sources arrives, as has been done in the past.

The municipality’s share of the purchase price will come from the Open Space Trust Fund. The money in this fund was approved by the voters of the then-Borough and Township in various referenda on implementing an open space tax. The money is being used as the voters approved and as the enabling legislation requires, to protect and preserve open space; funding for this purchase is not being pulled from general tax revenues that can fund other types of projects. If the land were not preserved it is likely that 29 clustered residences on lots of about one acre would be built there, as is contemplated by an application that has been moving forward before the Planning Board. In all likelihood, the price of these homes would be too high for them to be affordable to people in the so-called “missing middle” income bracket. And the parcel is far from the stores and services in downtown Princeton that are needed by affordable housing residents.

Construction on this property would have substantial negative impacts, because the large, old forest there provides Princeton with many environmental services: taking up stormwater, sequestering carbon, and mitigating against the heat island effect. The land also is home to streams, extensive wetlands, exceptional vernal ponds, and endangered and threatened birds and reptiles. The negative impacts of loss of trees and creating large amounts of impervious surface here would exacerbate flooding on neighboring properties, which will only get worse as we experience increasingly intense storms due to climate change. And fragmenting this property’s connection with neighboring preserved areas would greatly devalue it as habitat to support a wide variety of species.

The best option is creating a park with trails for all, including residents of older affordable housing projects located just a short distance away. We are in full support of preserving the 90 acres and look forward to the day when that park will open.

WENDY MAGER

President, Friends of Princeton Open Space Mountain Avenue

CHRISTOPHER BARR

Executive Director, Ridgeview Conservancy Ridgeview Road

JIM WALTMAN

Executive Director, The Watershed Institute Titus Mill Road

Nassau Swim Club Serves as Haven Where Children Can Be Themselves

To the Editor:

As I sit with Princeton University’s decision to terminate Nassau Swim Club’s lease, I find myself overwhelmed with feelings of grief knowing that the magic of Nassau is being killed. A core part of Nassau Swim Club has always been its swim and dive teams. Since the 1960s, Nassau has given children the opportunity to explore themselves through its low pressure competitive teams through participation

in the Princeton Area Swimming and Diving Association (PASDA) league.

I swam on the Nassau Swim Team from 2006 to 2019 and dove from 2009-2019. I have been coaching the swim team since 2019. Over the years, I have witnessed an incredibly unique and diverse community of people that has certainly morphed, but maintained its lively spirit. With members from all around the world due to Nassau’s close proximity to the Institute for Advanced Study, it is not uncommon to hear five different languages being spoken at the pool at any given time. Every year, new members approach me at the end of their first season explaining that they wish they’d learned about Nassau sooner. At Nassau, children are able to learn and play freely without worry of outside stressors. Every summer, I see countless children fall in love with swimming and diving, all the while discovering themselves and their passions.

Nassau is healing. With increasing rates of bullying and mental health issues among youth, Nassau serves as a safe haven for children who struggle, allowing them an accepting space to be fully themselves. Without the tightknit community of Nassau and its teams, children will be robbed of positive childhood relationships and experiences. Because of Princeton’s decision, we are being evicted from our summer home, our safe place, and our wonderful teams are left homeless and split. Nassau Swim Club is more than a plot of land, it is competitive swimming and diving, friendship, acceptance, passion, spirit, and pure summer joy.

ONE we are the lemmings, TWO a little bit louder, THREE I still can’t hear you, FOUR MORE MORE MORE. That is our cheer that children at Nassau have been enthusiastically chanting for more than 50 years. I use it as a reminder that we will not be silent. Our community deserves to live.

RACHEL ADLAI-GAIL Swim coach, Nassau Swim Club Evans Drive, West Windsor

Books

Leading Environmentalists Explore Book on Movements of Climate Crisis

Two leading environmentalists, Ashley Dawson and Rob Nixon, will explore Dawson’s global account of the grassroots environmental movements on the frontlines of the climate crisis, Environmentalism from Below: How Global People’s Movements are Leading the Fight for Our Planet , on Thursday, April 11 at 6 p.m. at Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. The event is co-presented by Princeton Public Library. Environmentalism from Below (Haymarket Books, $21.99) takes readers inside the popular struggles for environmental liberation in the Global South. These communities — among the most vulnerable to but also least responsible for the climate crisis — have long been at the forefront of the fight to protect imperiled forests and oceans. Dawson contends that grassroots movements are tenaciously defending the environmental commons and forging just and sustainable ways of living on Earth. He constructs a narrative of movements of climate insurgents, from international solidarity organizations like La Via Campesina and Shack Dwellers International to local struggles in South Africa, Colombia, India, Nigeria, and beyond, focusing on the critical challenges of food, urban sustainability, energy transition, and conservation, showing how environmentalism from below is charting an alternative path forward, from challenging industrial agriculture through fights for food sovereignty and agroecology to resisting extractivism using

Postwar Jewish Summer Camp Is Subject of Rutgers Author Talk

PU Professor Discusses Book on Youth Violence

Princeton Professor of Anthropology Laurence Ralph, author of Sito: An American Teenager and the City That Failed Him, will discuss his book on Tuesday, April 9, at 6 p.m. at Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street, with author and academic Khalil Gibran Muhammad. The event is co-presented by Princeton Public Library. The book (Grand Central Publishing, $30) chronicles how, in September of 2019, 19-year-old Luis Alberto Quiñonez — known as Sito — was shot to death as he sat in his car in the Mission District of San Francisco. His killer, Julius Williams, was 17. They had encountered each other five years earlier, when Williams watched as his brother was stabbed to death by an acquaintance of Sito’s.

Ralph, the stepfather of Sito’s half-brother who had dedicated much of his academic career to studying gang-affiliated youth, found that Sito’s murder forced him to revisit a scholarly subject in a deeply personal way.

The Torture Letters: Reckoning With Police Violence.

Muhammad is professor of history, race, and public policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School. He directs the Institutional Antiracism and Accountability Project and is the former director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. He is the award-winning author of The Condemnation of Blackness: Race, Crime, and the Making of Modern Urban America . He is currently co-directing a National Academy of Sciences study on reducing racial inequalities in the criminal justice system.

This event is cosponsored by Princeton University’s Humanities Council and Departments of African American Studies and Anthropology.

A Night of Poetry At Lawrence Library

Celebrate National Poetry Month by joining Poetry Circle and US 1 Worksheets Poetry Reading Night at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System (MCLS) on Thursday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m.

mass nonviolent protest and sabotage.

Dawson is professor of English at the Graduate Center/ City University of New York and the College of Staten Island. He is the author of several books on key topics in the environmental humanities, including People’s Power: Reclaiming the Energy Commons ; Extreme Cities: the Peril and Promise of Urban Life in the Age of Climate Change ; and Extinction: A Radical History. He is the founder of the CUNY Climate Action Lab, and currently works for Princeton University’s High Meadows Environmental Institute.

Nixon is professor in the humanities and the environment at Princeton University. He is affiliated with the High Meadows Environmental Institute’s initiative in the environmental humanities. He is the author of four books: London Calling: V.S. Naipaul, Postcolonial Mandarin ; Homelands, Harlem and Hollywood: South African Culture and the World Beyond ; Dreambirds : The Natural History of a Fantasy ; and Slow Violence and the Environmentalism of the Poor. This program is part of National Library Week, an annual observance sponsored by the American Library Association during April that highlights the essential role of libraries and encourages communities to explore what their local library has to offer. The event is cosponsored by Princeton University’s Humanities Council, High Meadows Environmental Institute, and the Princeton Environmental Film Festival.

In the decades after World War II, American residential summer camps for Jewish youth were seen as one way to preserve Jewish culture as growing affluence and suburbanization threatened Jewish life. The camps, which sprang up across the U.S. as places for children and teenagers to socialize and experience Jewish culture, remain a significant influence in Jewish life today.

Sandra Fox, the GoldsteinGoren Visiting Assistant Professor of American Jewish History at New York University, will discuss her new book The Jews of Summer: Summer Camp and Jewish Culture in Postwar America (Stanford University Press, $28), a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award in the category of American Jewish Studies, on Monday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Douglass Student Center, 100 George Street, New Brunswick.

Free and open to the public, the talk, “Jews by Nature: Summer Camp, Youth, and American Jewish Culture” is presented by the Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life at Rutgers University and made possible through support from the Toby and Herbert Stolzer Program Fund. Advance registration is required at BildnerCenter. Rutgers.edu. Free campus parking is available.

Fox is director of the Archive of the Jewish Left Project at New York University, and founder and executive producer of the Yiddish-language podcast Vaybertaytsh: A Feminist Podcast in Yiddish

The Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life connects Rutgers University with the community through public lectures, symposia, Jewish communal initiatives, cultural events, and teacher training in Holocaust education.

Written from Ralph’s perspective as both a person enmeshed in Sito’s family and as an Ivy League professor and expert on the entanglement of class and violence, Sito is an intimate story with a message about the lived experience of urban danger, and about anger, fear, grief, vengeance, and ultimately grace.

According to Matthew Desmond, Pulitzer Prizewinning author of Evicted and the Maurice P. During Professor of Sociology at Princeton University, “ Sito is Laurence Ralph’s most intimate, most searching, and most liberated work yet. Following the murder of a teenage family member, Ralph explores this gutting loss through the eyes of fathers and mothers, brothers and friends. Moving seamlessly from living rooms to courtrooms, he forces us to recognize that there are no easy answers when it comes to vengeance, healing, and justice. With depths beyond depths, this profound book is a memoir and a sociological analysis; it is a critique, a confession, and a prayer.”

Ralph is the director for the Center on Transnational Policing at Princeton, and the author of the acclaimed Renegade Dreams: Living Through Injury in Gangland Chicago and

The MCLS Poetry Circle poets will share their short poems written for the system-wide poetry sign display. Attendees can also enjoy the latest works from the US 1 Worksheets poets, a local group of writers. And, for the first time, the group will unveil an AIcrafted poem woven from the words selected by participants. All are invited to participate in a raffle for a chance to win a $25 prize by submitting three words found on the poetry signs showcased across all MCLS branch libraries. Advanced registration is appreciated. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library, which helps support programs such as book sales, book clubs, contests, crafts, events, guest speakers, parties, and workshops for adults, as well as character greetings, crafts, entertainers, events, parties and more for youth at the Library. For more information about the Friends of the Lawrence Library, stop by the Lawrence Reference Desk.

The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. For more information about the library’s programs call (609) 8838292, email lawprogs@mcl. org, or visit mcl.org.

I’m looking for Marlon Brando on the covers of Susan L. Mizruchi’s Brando’s Smile (2014) and William J. Mann’s The Contender (2019). Filmgoers and biographers have a right to their own Brando. This filmgoer’s Brando, the Byronic avenger of One-Eyed Jacks (1961), has little in common with the self-consciously seductive, smugly smiling man on the cover of Brando’s Smile ; put some period clothing on him and he could be the boy next door in Meet Me in St. Louis. And the face staring at me from The Contender is clearly the choice of a biographer looking for an image expressive of the pain and pathos of the line Brando’s been associated with ever since his “I coulda been a contender” moment in Elia Kazan’s On the Waterfront (1954). The main problem is that this painfully posed, well-groomed portrait taken by the celebrity photographer Philippe Halsman could, at first glance, be mistaken for that of some Brandoesque young actor of the day.

The Rock Star

Brando was a rock star a decade before Elvis, every movie the equivalent of a what-will-he-do-next concept album: Brando as Marc Antony, Brando as Zapata, Brando as Napoleon, Brando as Sky Masterson, Brando as a Nazi soldier. Never mind the director, every film belonged to Brando. Even as you began to outgrow him during a run of nightmares like Candy or Bedtime Story, you went to them anyway, to see what he did and how he did it.

While early audiences were jarred by Brando’s muscular, over-the-top performance in Streetcar Named Desire (1951), the most impactful blow (imagine timereleased doses of rock star charisma) was struck in The Wild One (1953) by motorcycle gang leader Johnny, who tells a cop working him over, “My dad hits harder than that.” While Mann’s 623-page Contender doesn’t have much room for that film in a chapter titled “The American Hamlet,” there’s a hint of things to come when the author zeroes in on “a group of teen-aged girls in ponytails, poodle skirts, and fur-trimmed boots” waiting outside Times Square’s Palace Theatre in the frigid first week of January 1954, one of them telling a reporter “This is the fifth time we’ve seen it” and “We’ll probably see it five more times.” Even though The Wild One closed after a week, as Mann admits, the five girls represented Brando’s “growing fan base.”

There’s a striking difference in the way Brando plays the audience in The Wild One , his cool, coyly mannered Johnny a Hell’s Angel Mercutio compared to the beaten-bloody tragic hero Terry Malloy staggering nobly toward his testimony at the end of On the Waterfront. Mann describes the July 28, 1954 premiere of Waterfront from the point of view of New York

Speaking of Style — Marlon Brando at 100

Times film critic A.H. Weiler: “as the final reel unwound, ... the audience at the Astor had leapt to its feet shouting and cheering and whistling,” and outside on the sidewalk “filmgoers were gathering, tossing around such adjectives as ‘phenomenal’ and ‘unbelievable.’ “ Weiler singled out Brando’s “shatteringly poignant portrait” and in a follow-up review called it “the film’s outstanding attribute.” The Motion Picture Academy agreed, giving the 30-year-old Brando a Best Actor Oscar.

Capote and Brando

Neither biography puts you in proximity to Brando the way Truman Capote does in his November 9, 1957 New Yorker profile, “The Duke in His Domain.”

At the time, when Brando was in Japan filming Sayonara , the two men met pretty much as equals, a famous writer interviewing a famous actor, since by then no mere journalist would be sharing dinner and hours of conversation with Brando in his Kyoto hotel room.

Talking about the meeting afterward, Capote claimed to have tricked Brando into making certain personal admissions about his attachment to his alcoholic mother by telling him colorful stories about his own family. Brando’s response to the piece (he supposedly vowed to kill Capote) would seem to suggest that he’d been the victim. True enough to a point, but there are also indications that Brando had set the scene so that Capote followed his lead.

that intrigues Capote, who keeps coming back to it, as when he notes that Brando “reached out affectionately to finger ‘A Burst of Vermilion,’ which will be the first script filmed by Pennebaker Productions, the independent company he has formed.”

and the theatre is razed to the ground. The End.”

In plain sight as the meeting began were some books, “a deep-thought cascade,” as Capote puts it, including Colin Wilson’s The Outsider and various works on Buddhist prayer, Zen meditation, and Hindu mysticism, but no fiction, “for Brando reads none. He has never, he professes, opened a novel since April 3, 1924, the day he was born, in Omaha, Nebraska.” Ouch! If that wasn’t a slap in the face, why tell a novelist that you never read novels? “But while he may not care to read fiction,” Capote continues, “he does desire to write it, and the long lacquer table was loaded with overfilled ashtrays and piled pages of his most recent creative effort, which happens to be a film script entitled “ ‘A Burst of Vermilion.’ ”

“Happens” is the word. Brando just happened to have a manuscript with a stylishly lurid title spread out on the table, a title

For the next question, imagine Capote crooning it with just the faintest touch of ridicule in his tone: “And did ‘A Burst of Vermilion’ satisfy him as a basis for the kind of lofty aims he proposed?” Brando’s response? “He mumbled something.” And then the most eloquent mumbler in movie history “mumbled something else.” Asked “to speak more clearly, he said, ‘It’s a Western.’ ” At this point Capote has to be thinking what better punchline for his little play on “lofty aims” than that lowliest of genres, the horse opera? And so Brando played along, patronizing the patronizer: “He was unable to restrain a smile, which expanded into laughter. He rolled on the floor and roared. ‘Christ, the only thing is, will I ever be able to look my friends in the face again?’ ”

Having set the stage, Brando told Capote what he’d been planning to tell him all along: “I spent a year and two hundred thousand dollars of my own money trying to get some writer to come up with a decent script. Which used my ideas. The last one, it was so terrible I said I can do it better myself. I’m going to direct it, too.”

“Not My Style”

A year later Brando began filming One-Eyed Jacks — his most personal film, the only one he ever directed — which wasn’t released until March 20, 1961. That summer I saw it for the first time in a 42nd Street rerun house with a wildly receptive audience cheering or whooping and hollering at every juicy line. Like presumably everyone else in the theatre, I didn’t know that Brando had finished shooting the film two years before on June 2, 1959. Nor did I know that even after he’d cut the six-hour-long labor of mad love in half, Paramount, according to Mann, offered 34 more “suggestions for cuts.” After reluctantly settling for a final scene he’d argued against, Brando added a humorous epilogue to the revised pages for the final retake. After Brando’s Rio rides off into the sunset: “The audience storms the box office and in a screaming rage, to a man demand their money back at the pain of death. The manager refuses

Of the many quotable lines in the film, the one that has stayed with me after multiple viewings over the years is spoken when Rio is at his low-point. After being jailed and bullwhipped in public, his gun hand pounded to a pulp by a rifle butt wielded by his onetime bank-robbing pal and mortal enemy, Dad Longworth (Brando’s close friend Karl Malden), he’s healing in a fishing village south of Monterey with his buddy Modesto and two unsympathetic gunmen who have joined him to rob the local bank and are tired of waiting for his hand to heal. When the most combative of the two gunmen, Bob Amory (Ben Johnson), suggests “laying outside” Longworth’s house to “cut him down with scatterguns and then take that bank,” Rio cooly, quietly, tells him, “That’s not my style, Bob.”

It’s not so much the plaintive turn Brando gives the sentence that makes it at once powerful and poignant, it’s knowing that the writer/director himself is speaking through his character. Of all Brando’s feats of vocalizing throughout the film, this is the one that always comes first to mind because “not my style” goes to the heart of an embattled and infamously violated film that remained close to Brando’s heart and is now generally considered one of Hollywood’s greatest westerns.

A Significant Revelation

Somehow, perhaps by virtue of his novelistic sensibility, Capote caught something in Brando’s voice that comes close to what I hear when he delivers that quietly definitive line. Capote writes: “Resuming his position on the floor, he lolled his head against a pillow, drooped his eyelids, then shut them. It was as though he’d dozed off into a disturbing dream; his eyelids twitched, and when he spoke, his voice — an unemotional voice, in a way cultivated and genteel, yet surprisingly adolescent, a voice with a probing, asking, boyish quality — seemed to come from sleepy distances.”

What Brando says at this moment in the interview, one of the article’s most significant revelations, is that the “last eight, nine years” of his life “have been a mess.” After admitting that he’s been seeing a psychiatrist: “I was afraid of it at first. Afraid it might destroy the impulses that made me creative, an artist. A sensitive person receives 50 impressions where somebody else may only get seven. Sensitive people are so vulnerable; they’re so easily brutalized and hurt just because they are sensitive. The more sensitive you are, the more certain you are to be brutalized, develop scabs. Never evolve. Never allow yourself to feel anything, because you always feel too much.”

—Stuart Mitchner

“Yaga” Blends Slavic Legend with Contemporary Crime Drama; Theatre Intime Delivers Strong Production of Darkly Comic Thriller

In an Encyclopedia of Legendary Creatures (1981), author Tom McGowen describes the “dreaded ogress Baba Yaga” as resembling a “frightfully ugly old woman” who had “stone teeth, and her food was people, especially children.” She lived in a hut “perched on four chicken legs” and “flew through the air after her prey in a large mortar, steered with a pestle.”

Noting the character’s basis in Slavic folklore, the website for World History Encyclopedia adds that she also is known “as guardian of the fountains of the waters of life and is sometimes seen as embodying female empowerment.”

With Yaga (2019), playwright Kat Sandler creates a psychological, darkly comic thriller that blends a contemporary reevaluation of Baba Yaga with a police procedural drama in the style of Twin Peaks or The X-Files. The script explores themes concerning ageism and gender dynamics, as well as cultural mores.

Omitting “Baba” from the title is a specific choice. Study.com notes that Baba typically means grandmother in Slavic languages. (Yaga can refer to serpent, wood nymph, or evil woman.) Yaga depicts its title character not as an elderly grandmother figure, but as a mysterious, owlish femme fatale.

In interrogating traditionally accepted portrayals of Baba Yaga as a predator and antagonist, the play clearly enters a field that by now is somewhat crowded. Broadway shows such as Into the Woods and Wicked (along with numerous films and TV series) also probe folklore and characters from yesteryear, viewing them through a contemporary lens.

But by introducing the element of the procedural drama, Sandler sets Yaga apart by going a step further. The play turns on their head the myths, archetypes, and character dynamics of our own time (or recent past) as much as it does those of earlier centuries. The extent to which the surprises and revelations late in the second act work is partly due to expectations we have built up by watching years of Law & Order reruns.

Princeton University’s student-run Theatre Intime is continuing its season with Yaga. Kat McLaughlin directs, guiding the cast and creative team through a strong, layered production that wisely prioritizes clarity in the staging of a script that revels in being enigmatic. The staging makes use of the entire theater, so that the action surrounds us.

The set design by Solomon Bergquist (who also is the production’s fight coordinator) establishes a spooky forest at night. Between two painted backdrops are poles that suggest tree bark, on an otherwise bare stage that can accommodate other

settings, such as a classroom and a restaurant with a bar. The ever-present forest lets Yaga be a presence whether she is onstage or not.

The mood of the play is established by a suitably eerie, otherworldly collage of music and other sounds, synthesized by Sound Designer Orion Lopez-Ramirez, that intermittently recur at strategic points throughout the show.

Surrounded by the forest backdrops — as well as white holiday lights that Lighting Designer Elena Milliken (assisted by Rhim Andemichael) clearly intends to suggest a starlit sky — the title character (portrayed by Lana Gaige) enters.

She is outfitted in a black cloak that befits her brooding, opaque demeanor. (Milliken also designs the costumes, which aid in distinguishing the multiple characters portrayed by each actor.)

Directly addressing the audience, Yaga intersperses the main scenes with poetic, mystical monologues. One contemplates the multiple, sometimes contradictory descriptions of her. Another speech ponders the importance of the number three.

“Three is a good number,” Yaga remarks, later adding, “A baby is magic, so it’s worth it: without her, there can be no beginning, no middle, no end. So there must be three because three is forever.”

In keeping with this fixation with the number three, the script calls for three actors to portray multiple characters. In general (though not always), each actor

Theatre Intime performers successfully rise — is to make the characters similar without letting them come off as identical.

Besides the brooding, mysterious title character, Gaige also portrays the equally opaque Katherine Yazov, a college professor “in her sixties” who teaches osteology (the study of bones), and happens to be knowledgeable about the Baba Yaga tales.

Katherine’s knowledge of the Yaga legends comes to the attention of a college student “in his early twenties,” Henry Kalles (Tate Keuler), who eagerly interviews her for his podcast about historical serial killers. Henry noticeably steers the conversation so that Katherine does not deviate from or question traditionally accepted depictions of Baba Yaga as a monster.

Outside of the confines of the recording process, Henry and Katherine engage in conversations that gradually but steadily take on suggestive overtones. Sandler examines a power dynamic that, given the differences in the characters ages and positions, would cause any non-academic relationship between the two to be seen as inappropriate.

After the interview and subsequent conversation, Henry vanishes. His (offstage) parents engage the services of Charlie Rapp (also played by Keuler, who captures both of his characters’ boyish eagerness, as well as innocence that may be deceptive). A “private investigator in his late twenties,” Rapp exudes the same eager

“YAGA”: Performances are underway for “Yaga.” Directed by Kat McLaughlin, the play runs through April 7 at the Hamilton Murray Theater. Above, eager college student Henry Kalles (Tate Keuler) and the mysterious Anna (Kristen Tan) strike up a conversation, leading to dangerous events. (Photo by Lucy Shea)

“Yaga” will play at the Hamilton Murray Theater in Murray Dodge Hall, Princeton University, through April 7. Content advisory: due to sexual themes, profanity, and intense discussions or portrayals of other graphic content, the play is for mature audiences. For tickets, show times, and further information visit theatreintime.org.

that the Baba Yaga tales are true, and are somehow being perpetuated.

This scarcely endears Rapp to the matter-of-fact, thirtysomething Detective Carson (Kristen Tan), who very reluctantly finds herself working on the case with him. Recalling the dynamic between Agents Mulder and Scully from The XFiles , Carson is a skeptical realist, which clashes with Rapp’s eagerness to believe in the folktales.

Carson and Rapp’s investigation leads to interviews with Gaige’s characters, as well as other characters portrayed by Tan — including the mysterious Anna, and Pamela Riley, who is a boxer and Henry’s ex-girlfriend. Like Carson, these characters tend to exude resolute strength (in Pamela’s case, aggression) and matterof-factness. (Anna is darkly graceful and rather inscrutable, not unlike Katherine.)

Befiting their respective characters, there is notable contrast in the performances of Gaige and Tan, particularly with body language. Gaige’s movements generally are smooth, deliberate, and calculated, to accompany silky line deliveries. Tan’s movements (particularly for Pamela, but for other characters as well) are more percussive, to punctuate assertive, matter-of-fact dialogue — though as Anna, Tan is capable of emulating the seductive smoothness of Gaige’s speech and motions.

Sandler’s story and thematic concepts are compelling, but in some places the script feels slightly overwritten. Yaga has perhaps one monologue too many; some stage time might have been better spent on the action scenes in Act Two, which start to feel a bit rushed. That said, Sandler is skillful at constructing a plot that maintains suspense and mystery. (I was genuinely surprised by a revelation that a character is not who she appears to be, though a concomitant revelation, that two certain characters have been colluding, was somewhat less unexpected.)

The sexually charged nature of the play (along with intense discussions or portrayals of graphic content) make it suitable for mature audiences. Even adult viewers may find their limits tested by some darkly psychological subject matter.

But those who enjoy exploring the darker corners of their psyche, not to mention fans of mythology and crime dramas, should enjoy Yaga . The play is a natural fit for Theatre Intime; beyond its exploration of gender dynamics, not to mention its inclusion of a college student as one of its major characters, it captures both the dangers and exhilarating liberation of taboo exploration and discovery.

—Donald H. Sanborn III

Performing Arts

Theater, Dance Students

Star in MCCC’s “Rent”

Mercer County Community College’s (MCCC) theater, dance, and entertainment technology are collaborating on the Broadway show Rent, April 5-14 at the Kelsey Theatre on the college’s West Windsor campus.

Based loosely on the Puccini opera La Boheme , Jonathan Larson’s Rent follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. The physical and emotional complications of the disease pervade the lives of Roger, Mimi, Tom, and Angel, while Maureen deals with her chronic infidelity through performance art, and her partner, Joanne, wonders if their relationship is worth the trouble.

Meanwhile, Benny has sold out his bohemian ideals in exchange for a hefty income and is on the outs with his former friends, and Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, feels like an outsider to life in general. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves, and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this musical, which premiered on Broadway in 1996 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Musical. It closed after 12 years, one of the longest-running shows on Broadway.

Performances are April 5, 6, 12, and 13 at 8 p.m. and April 7 and 14 at 2 p.m. at MCCC’s Kelsey Theatre on the West Windsor Campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road. The Sunday, April 7 show features a special ASL interpreted performance. Contact the Kelsey Theatre Box Office for seating. A special after party follows the Friday, April 12 performance, sponsored by the MCCC Rainbow Alliance and the Drama Club. A donation of $8 is recommended for the Dance Party, with proceeds going to HiTOPS.

Tickets are $26-$24. Visit kelseytheatre.org.

Princeton Folk Music Society

Celebrates Pete Seeger

On Friday, April 19 at 8 p.m., the Princeton Folk Music Society presents a celebration of the legacy of Pete Seeger with Professor Allan Winkler. The concert will be held at Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane.

Seeger (1919-2014) is one of the most influential figures in American folk music. Singing first with the Almanac Singers, then the Weavers, and finally on his own, Seeger found himself in the forefront of every important social movement of the past 70 years. In the 1950s, he found himself under attack during the Red Scare for his radical past. In the 1960s, he became the minstrel of the civil rights movement. Toward the end of the decade, he turned his talents against the war in Vietnam and, like many of its critics, drew fire from those who attacked his dissent as treason. Finally, in the 1970s, he led the drive to clean up the Hudson River, and lent his voice to the growing environmental movement. Seeger wrote or popularized many of the landmarks of the folk song movement,

including “If I Had a Hammer,” “Turn Turn Turn,” and “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?”

Winkler is a retired history professor and a performing musician. Over a 50-year period, he taught at Yale University, the University of Oregon, and Miami University of Ohio, with yearlong stints at the University of Helsinki in Finland, the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and the University of Nairobi in Kenya. He is the author of To Everything There is a Season: Pete Seeger and the Power of Song

Winkler’s presentation for the Princeton Folk Music Society is scholarly, focusing on Seeger’s participation in every major reform movement in the 20th century. But it also is founded on Seeger’s belief that music is meant to be sung, and on his commitment to getting audiences to join in singing songs including “We Shall Overcome,” “Waist Deep in the Big Muddy,” and “Sailing Down My Golden River.” Tickets are $25 in advance or at the door. Visit princetonfolk.org for information.

The Milbank Memorial Concert : Music of Maurice Duruflé

Saturday April 13 at 8pm Princeton University Chapel

The Princeton University Chapel Choir, directed by Nicole Aldrich, presents Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem with chamber orchestra. University Organist Eric Plutz opens the program with Duruflé’s masterful Suite for Organ, Op. 5.

Free admission, no ticket required.

Golda Schultz Soprano

Jonathan Ware Piano

Mon, Apr 8, 2024

CONCERT PROGRAM

“This Be Her Verse,” Exploring the female perspective

Clara Schumann | Emilie Mayer | Rebecca Clarke

Nadia Boulanger | Kathleen Tagg

$25-$40 GENERAL | $10 STUDENTS

Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall

PROFESSOR PETE: Retired history professor Allan Winkler sings the music of folk legend Pete Seeger at a concert at Christ Congregation Church on April 19.

STRUGGLING TO SURVIVE: The cast of the award-winning musical “Rent,” coming to Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County Community College April 5-14.

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McCarter Theatre Announces Upcoming Theater Season

Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Executive Director Martin Miller have announced McCarter Theatre Center’s 2024-2025 theater series. Included are a gravity-defying spectacle, a true story from Moisés Kaufman and the Tectonic Theater Project, two comedies making their New Jersey premiere, and a worldpremiere musical

The company returns to a full five-play offering for the first time since the 2019/20 season. Also returning as a season add-on is McCarter’s annual holiday production of A Christmas Carol

“We are delighted to share our epic, boundary-breaking new season of unforgettable

theater at McCarter,” said Rasmussen. “Our adventure begins with the world premiere of Empire Records , a new comedic musical based on the ’90s cult-classic film. This high-energy debut is already generating national buzz. Next, Montreal-based circus collective The 7 Fingers — the celebrated breakaway group from Cirque de Soleil whose work is represented on Broadway right now with the Critics’ Pick, Water for Elephants, and renowned for their Tony Award-winning work on the 2013 revival of Pippin — presents their new Romeo & Juliet -inspired Duel Reality. In January, we’ll host Tectonic Theater Project’s visceral new work Here There Are Blueberries. The season concludes with two brilliant comedies, Legacy of Light by Karen Zacarías — set right here in Princeton

— and the inventive and kind-hearted Primary Trust by Eboni Booth.”

Subscriptions for new and returning subscribers are now available at McCarter. org or by calling Patron Services at (609) 258-2787. Subscribers save 20 percent on tickets and receive benefits like free exchanges, exclusive pre-sale access, and preferred seating.

Play by Princeton Senior Follows Two Queer Artists

Flight of a Legless Bird , written by Princeton University senior Ethan Luk, follows and braids the lives of Robin and Leslie, two queer artists, from the 1980s to the 2000s. Robin, a filmmaker in New York’s West Village, confronts the reality of a HIV/AIDS diagnosis; Leslie, an accomplished Cantopop star and actor,

introducing Francesco Cavalli’s Veremonda, l’A mazzone di Aragona (venice, 1652 )

6:00–6:30 PM PANEL DISCUSSION

Ottomans, Venetians, and the Politics of Cavalli’s Veremonda

6:30–7:30 PM CONCERT

An Evening with Veremonda

Thursday April 4, 2024

grapples with his personal hurdles and newfound fame in Hong Kong. The play will be presented at McCarter’s Berlind Theatre, 91 University Place, on April 5, 11, and 12 at 8 p.m.; and April 6 and 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Robin and Leslie’s worlds collide by chance, establishing an emotional bond between the two men that defies time and space. “Fusing multiple languages, geographies, and temporalities, the play’s fictional intertwining reflects a desire to forge new queer mythologies and connections, while probing the fraught relationship between art-making and times of societal crisis,” reads a release about the play.

Directed by Luk in collaboration with retired Program in Theater faculty member R.N. Sandberg, the play has sections in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English; non-English sections of the play will be translated to English via supertitles. A post-show conversation on intergenerational queer mentorship follows the April 6 performance with James Nicola, Tony Awardwinning theater artist, and Alexander Santiago-Jirau, director of education and community engagement at New York Theatre Workshop.

Tickets are $12 in advance; $17 the day of performances, and $10 for students. For more information, v isit Mccarter.org.

“One Night of Queen”

At State Theater NJ

State Theatre New Jersey presents “One Night of Queen” performed by Gary Mullen & The Works on April 21 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $29-$99

Gary Mullen & The Works features Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, and Jon Halliwell on drums. The band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Queen.

In 2000, Mullen won the Granada TV program Stars in Their Eyes with his performance as Queen’s lead singer Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting an all-time record for votes in the history of the program.

For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to sold-out audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries — performing in many of the same venues that Queen has played at around the world.

The State Theatre is at 15 Livingston Avenue in New Brunswick. Visit Stnj.org for more information.

Randy Rainbow Appears

At State Theatre NJ

State Theatre New Jersey presents Randy Rainbow For President on Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Rainbow is a four-time Emmy and Grammy-nominated American comedian, producer, actor, singer, writer, satirist, host, and New York Times bestselling author known for his popular web series, “The Randy Rainbow Show.” He

is known internationally for his musical parodies and political spoofs. His most recent show was Playing with Myself.

In 2019, composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman collaborated with Rainbow on his holiday EP, Hey Gurl, It’s Christmas! , which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Comedy chart and No. 1 on the iTunes Holiday chart. His first full-length studio album, A Little Brains, A Little Talent , also debuted at No. 1 and earned Rainbow his first Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album in 2023.

Rainbow’s take on politics and current events has led to interviews and profiles by The Washington Post (magazine cover story), CBS Sunday Morning, Jimmy Kimmel Live , The Hollywood Reporter, CNN, NPR, ABC News, OUT, People, and Entertainment Weekly.

The State Theatre is at 15 Livingston Avenue in New Brunswick. Tickets range from $39.50-$169.50. For more information, visit Stnj.org.

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Chamber Meditations

Thursday Apr 11, 8pm

Princeton University Chapel

music.princeton.edu

Lewis Center for the Arts Forum Free and unticketed

Artwork By: Sam Lee Regan

Guided Breathwork and Live Improvised Music

Sadia Bruce - Breathwork Facilitator

Marcus Broderick Montgomery - Facilitator

Hope Littwin - Voice and Music Direction

Agnes Coakley Cox - Soprano

Caroline Olsen - Alto

Jeff Cutts - Tenor

Brian Mummert - Baritone

Ray Cetta - Bass and Guitar

INSPIRED BY ROMEO AND JULIET: The 7 Fingers’ production of “Duel Reality” is among the highlights of McCarter Theatre Center’s 2024-25 season. (Photo by Arata Urawa)

Randy Rainbow

Battle of Gibraltar by Cornelis van Wieringen (ca. 1621)

“PRINCETON MAKES BLOOMS”: Works by Adriana Groza and other member artists are featured in an exhibition on view at Princeton Makes in the Princeton Shopping Center April 4 to 19. An opening reception is on April 4.

“Princeton Makes Blooms”

Exhibition Opening April 4

Princeton Makes, the artist cooperative located in the Princeton Shopping Center, will host an opening reception for “Princeton Makes Blooms —Art in the Basement,” an art show organized and curated by artist member Adriana Groza, on Thursday, April 4 starting at 4:24 p.m. This exhibition, set in the basement of Princeton Makes, celebrates the essence of spring through a collection of works

by member artists of Princeton Makes. It will be open and available for viewing and purchase through April 19.

“The concept and vision of the exhibit is designed to connect with Experience Princeton’s Bloom Local initiative, enriching our community through art and culture,” said Groza.

At the opening reception, attendees can converse with the artists, enjoy music, and explore the art market. The event is free and open to all

ages, and refreshments will be served.

Princeton Makes is home to 41 local artists working across various genres, including painting, drawing, stained glass, sculpture, textiles, and jewelry. Visitors will have the opportunity to support these artists by perusing and purchasing a diverse array of artwork, ranging from large paintings to prints, custom-made greeting cards, stained glass lamps and window hangings, and an assortment of jewelry pieces.

Princeton Makes provides a platform for local artists to showcase their talent and connect with the community. Through their exhibitions and events, they strive to foster a vibrant arts scene in Princeton and beyond.

For more information, visit princetonmakes.com.

“Holly Roberts + Brander Furniture” at Morpeth Morpeth Contemporary presents an exhibition featuring the work of New Mexico Artist Holly Roberts as well local craftpersons Robert and Nina Brander.

“Holly Roberts + Brander Furniture” runs through April 27, with a reception on Saturday, April 6 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Throughout her fourdecade career, Roberts has consistently delved into the depths of her rich and varied inner world, reflecting her deep connection to both nature and humanity. Through her fusion of painting and photography, she has created a unique visual language that invites viewers into her intricate world of storytelling. In the early stages of her career, Roberts focused on transforming photographs through the application of paint, often completely obscuring the original image. However, as time went on, she began to recognize the inherent strength of the photograph itself. This realization led to a reversal in her creative process. Roberts now works on top of a painted surface, developing a narrative scene with collaged photographic elements.

Mary Statzer, curator of prints and photographs at the University of New

“SUPPLICANT”: This mixed media work by Holly Roberts is featured in “Holly Roberts + Brander Furniture,” on view through April 27 at Morpeth Contemporary in Hopewell. A reception is on April 6 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Mexico Art Museum, said, “Holly Roberts’ contribution to the field of photography is without question. Her work has been added to the canon of experimental ‘creative’ photography in authoritative books on the subject for good reason. Few artists have so successfully combined photography and painting — seamlessly and to great effect — placing the imagined and the ‘real’ on equal footing to describe both lived experiences as well as psychological states and emotion.”

Brander Art Furniture designs handmade contemporary wooden furniture, and is the artistic practice of daughter/father duo Nina and Robert. The Brander Art Furniture

studio is housed in the barn of Nina’s childhood home, overlooking the Amwell Valley from the top of Sourland Mountain, surrounded by preserved fields and forest. Inspiration is drawn from the landscape, old stock materials from the barn stacks, or from locally sourced dead trees salvaged and transformed off the forest floor. Nina and Robert’s art furniture practice is a dialogue that aims to highlight the links between craft, nature, and place in a contemporary context.

Morpeth Contemporary is at 43 West Broad Street in Hopewell. For more information, call (609) 3339393 or visit morpeth contemporary.com.

“ART AT THE OLD BARRACKS”:

Call for Art: “Old Barracks Gallery Show”

Submissions are due by May 1 for this year’s “Old Barracks Gallery Show: Trenton Makes,” which will showcase the work of Trenton-area artists in the historic 18th-century building. the public to experience these works throughout the month. Submissions are due by May 1. The opening reception will take place on Friday, June 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. for the public and artists. Following the reception, the gallery will be open to the public from June 7 to July 6.

The Old Barracks Museum is celebrating Trenton area artists and Trenton art in a monthlong gallery show hosted in its historic 18th-century building. The “Old Barracks Gallery Show: Trenton Makes” will showcase artworks that best exemplify Trenton art and artists. The show will hang during upcoming events to allow

Originally built in 1758 to house British soldiers during the French and Indian War, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton

and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. The Old Barracks Association purchased the site in the early 20th century, turning it into a museum which welcomes visitors from across the globe, sharing the building’s history through interpretive programs, tours, and exhibits. Visit barracks.org/arts-atthe-old-barracks for information about submitting a work for consideration and/or more about the gallery.

“MAJESTIC”: This work by Helene Plank is featured in “Inspired Together,” her joint exhibition with William Plank, on view in the second floor Reading Room at Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, through June 1.

Art and Fine Craft Exhibition and Sale

First Presbyterian Church of Bordentown will host the Art and Fine Craft Exhibit and Sale April 5, 7 and 8. Initiated a decade ago, 2024 marks the eighth year that the church has featured local artists and fine crafters, many from the Bordentown area. Over 30 artists and fine crafters will participate, exhibiting and selling fine artwork including drawings, paintings, photography, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, quilts, turned wood, and more. Some of the local artists include Al Barker, Pat Todd, Richard Gerster, and Marsha Dowshen.

The exhibit will begin with an opening reception on Friday, April 5 from 6 to 9 p.m., and continue on April 7 and 8 from 12 to 3 p.m. each day. The event promises “a little something for everyone,” including light refreshments and a scavenger hunt. The event is free, and proceeds will benefit the church’s missions.

Along with the art and fine craft exhibit, the church will also be hosting an open house in the newly repaired and painted sanctuary. Pastor Margaret Brungard and others will be on hand to share a bit of history and information.

The First Presbyterian Church of Bordentown is at 420 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown. For more information, email artexhibitbordentownpres@gmail.com or call the church office at (609) 298-1243.

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Area Exhibits

Art@Bainbridge, 158 Nassau Street, has “Denison Baniwa: Under the Skin of History” April 13 through September 1. artmuseum.princeton.edu.

Artists’ Gallery, 18 Bridge Street, Lambertville, has “Immersion” April 4 through May 5. An opening reception is on April 6 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. lambertvillearts.com.

Art on Hulfish, 11 Hulfish Street, has “Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures” through April 28. artmuseum.princeton.edu.

Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, has “Shifting Perspectives: Capturing Moments in Ceramics and Watercolor” through April 13 in the Taplin Gallery. artscouncilofprinceton.org.

David Scott Gallery at Berkshire Hathaway, 253 Nassau Street, has “This Looks Familiar” through May 19.

Ficus Art Gallery, 235 Nassau Street, has “Embrace the Everyday” through May 6. ficusbv.com.

Gourgaud Gallery, 23-A North Main Street, Cranbury, has “Paisaje Imaginaro (Imaginary Landscape)” through April 25. A reception is on Sunday, April 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. cranburyartscouncil.org.

Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, has “Night Forms” through April 7 and “That’s Worth Celebrating: The Life and Work of the Johnson Family” through the end of 2024, among other exhibits. groundsforsculpture.org.

Historical Society of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road, has “Einstein Salon and Innovator’s Gallery,” “Princeton’s Portrait,” and other exhibits. Museum hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m., Thursday to 7 p.m. princetonhistory.org

Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, Pa., has “Renewal and Change: New Acquisitions” through April 28 and “CFEVA at 40” through May 26. michenerartmuseum.org

Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, has the online exhibits “Slavery at Morven,” “Portrait of Place: Paintings, Drawings, and Prints of New Jersey, 1761–1898,” and others. morven.org.

Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, has “Inspired Together” through June 1. princetonlibrary.org.

Small World Coffee, 14 Witherspoon Street, has oil paintings by Elina Lorenz through May 7. Photography by Sheila Bodine is at the 254 Nassau Street location through May 7. smallworldcoffee.com.

Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, Cadwalader Park, Trenton, has “Music to My Eyes” through April 7. ellarslie.org.

West Windsor Arts, 952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, has “GR8 Works” through April 6 and “Leave Your Mark – Member Art Show” April 9 through June 1. An opening reception is on April 12 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. westwindsorarts.org.

Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers, 71 George Street, New Brunswick, has “George Segal: Themes and Variations” through July 31 and “Michelle V. Agins: Storyteller” through December 8. zimmerli.rutgers.edu.

Mark Your Calendar Town

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Wednesday, April 3

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m .: Leighton Listens. Councilman Leighton Newlin is on hand to discuss current events with members of the public at Jammin’ Crepes, 20 Nassau Street.

6 p.m .: Author Emily Raboteau discusses her book Lessons for Survival: Mothering against ‘the Apocalypse ” with Elizabeth Harman at Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. labyrinthbooks.com.

7:15 p.m .: Screening of Descendant , the documentary about the descendants of the last known slave ship, followed by a Q&A with Joycelyn Davis of Clotilda Descendants Association and filmmaker Kern Jackson, at Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Princetonlibrary.org.

8 p.m .: “Adam Ant: Antmusic 2024,” at State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. With guests The English Beat. $35-$59. Stnj.org.

Thursday, April 4

10 a.m.: Meeting of the 55-Plus Club of Princeton at The Jewish Center, 435 Nassau Street. David Nirenberg, director of the Institute for Advanced Study, will speak on “Oppenheimer’s Second Act: The Institute for Advanced Study.” Also available on Zoom. Free with suggested donation of $5. Princetonol.com/ groups/55plus .

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet the Friends of Herrontown Woods, in the lobby of Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. Learn about their work and potential volunteer opportunities. Princetonlibrary.org.

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Architect J. Robert Hillier speaks at the April monthly membership luncheon of the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber, Princeton Marriott at Forrestal. His topic is “Princeton: The Best Little City in the World.” Princetonmercer.org .

5 p.m.: Author Jonathan Eig delivers the Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture at the Seminary Chapel, Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer Street. Live and virtual. Ptsem.edu.

6 p.m.: Author and University of Rochester Professor Rachel Haidu and Princeton University Professor Irene Small discuss Each One Another: The Self in Contemporary Art, at Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street. Labyrinthbooks.com.

7 p.m .: American Repertory Ballet performs “Of Swans and Variants” at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place. Excerpts from Swan Lake , also Ethan Stiefel’s ballet Variants. Arballet.org or (609) 258-2787.

7-8:30 p.m.: YWCA Princeton’s Stand Against Racism, at ETS Conant Hall, 660 Rosedale Road. Authors Roxane Gay and Kara Alaimo in conversation followed by a book signing.

Free. Registration required at ywcaprinceton.org/ standagainstracism.

Friday, April 5 7:30-9:30 p.m .: “A Musical Journey into Space and Time,” with John Henry Goldman on trumpet, Sim Cane on trumpet, Tom Tallitsch on reeds, and Wilbo Wright on upright bass. At West Windsor Arts, 952 Alexander Road. $10-$12. Westwindsorarts.org.

4 p.m .: The Princeton Environmental Film Festival begins with a screening of Inundation District, at Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. 7 p.m .: The Seeds of Vandana Shiva. Princetonlibrary.org. 7:30 p.m .: State Theatre New Jersey presents “Ancient Aliens LIVE: Project Earth,” a live event exploring the question of whether extraterrestrials have visited Earth. $29-$79. 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. Stnj.org.

8 p.m.: Princeton University’s Lewis Center for the Arts presents the musical She Loves Me at the Wallace Theater, Lewis Arts complex. $12-$17. Arts.princeton.edu.

Saturday, April 6 9:15 and 10:30 a.m.: The Princeton Environmental Film Festival presents a selection of short films, at Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street.

1 p.m .: The Asbestos City 4 p.m .: Queen of the Tetons. Princetonlibrary.org.

10 a.m .: Read and Explore: Getting Ready for Spring, at Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road. After story time, each child will plant seeds to take home. $12. Terhuneorchards.com.

10 a.m .: Garlic mustard forage walk at Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Preserve, Mountain Avenue. Learn about the origins of garlic mustard, taste garlic mustard pesto, and get a recipe to take home. Sponsored by Friends of Princeton Open Space. Fopos.org/ events-programs.

10 a.m.-5 p.m .: Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market, Cure Arena, Trenton. Exhibitors from across the country, food trucks, DJs, tattooing and piercing, author signings, and more. Tprfm.com.

10:30 a.m .: Rain Gardens 101, a workshop in Spanish for landscape business owners and employees, at Johnson Park Elementary School. Presented by Sustainable Princeton and The Watershed Institute. Sustainableprinceton.org.

12-5 p.m.: Spring Winery Weekend Music Series at Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road. Music from 1-4 p.m. by Brian Bortnick. Terhuneorchards.com.

1 p.m .: Guided tour of the “Ulises Carrión: Bookworks and Beyond” exhibition with guest artists Camilo Otero and Eva Parra of Calipso Press. Milberg Gallery, Firestone Library, Princeton

University. Libcal.princeton. edu/event/12012072.

3 p.m.: The podcast “Brains On” brings a sciencethemed live show to McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place. Magic tricks, dance moves, mystery sounds, and more. Mccarter.org

3:30 p.m .: The Concordia Chamber Players hold a free open rehearsal at Phillips’ Mill, 2619 River Road, New Hope, Pa. Works by Holst, Rogerson, and Grieg. Phillipsmill.org.

6-10 p.m .: The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey honors James Burke and Debbie Harry (Blondie) at the Hyatt-Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center Drive. Chsofnj.org.

8 p.m.: Princeton University’s Lewis Center for the Arts presents the musical She Loves Me at the Wallace Theater, Lewis Arts complex. $12-$17. Arts.princeton.edu.

Sunday, April 7

10 a.m.: Screening of Cowboy Poets at Princeton Environmental Film Festival at Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street. 1 p.m.: The Wonder and the Worry Princetonlibrary.org.

10 a.m.-12 p.m .: Sustainable Princeton presents “Backyard Chicken Chat,” to teach how to raise a backyard flock. Visit Sustainableprinceton.org for details.

10 a.m.-5 p.m .: Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market, Cure Arena, Trenton. Exhibitors from across the country, food trucks, DJs, tattooing and piercing, author signings, and more. Tprfm.com.

11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Hunterdon Land Trust’s Winter Farmers’ Market is at Dvoor Farm, 111 Mine Street, Flemington. Hunterdonlandtrust.org.

12-5 p.m.: Spring Winery Weekend Music Series at Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road. Music from 1-4 p.m. by Jerry Monk. Terhuneorchards.com.

1-2 p.m.: Princeton University carillon concert, listen on the Graduate School lawn. Gradschool.princeton.edu.

2-3 p.m .: Annual membership renewal gathering of the Coalition for Peace Action, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 50 Cherry Hill Road. Ambassador Daniel Kurtzer is guest speaker. Peacecoalition.org.

1:30-3-30 p.m.: Open Houses at the Princeton Eating Clubs: Charter Club, Cloister Inn, Cottage Club, Quadrangle Club, and Tiger Inn. No reservations required. Visit princetonprospectfoundation.org for more information.

2-4 p.m .: Princeton History Walking Tour, sponsored by the Historical Society of Princeton. Starts at Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive. $15. Princetonhistory.org.

2:30 p.m.: Soprano

Sara LeMesh and pianist Allegra Chapman perform “Voices of Identity: Songs of the Jewish Diaspora” in

a free event sponsored by Federation of the Art Song. Fasong.org.

4 p.m .: Pianist Andrea Turini performs Bach’s Goldberg Variations at Princeton United Methodist Church, Nassau Street and Vandeventer Avenue. $10-$40. Legacyartsinternational.org.

4 p.m .: Screening of The Arc of Oblivion at Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street. Part of the Princeton Environmental Film Festival. Princetonlibrary.org.

4 p.m.: Gathering in solidarity with the October 7 hostages, and a call for their release. Organized by a grassroots group of Israelis in Princeton. At Hinds Plaza.

5 p.m.: Carlo Vecce, scholar on the works of Leonardo da Vinci, tells the story of da Vinci’s mother’s kidnapping, at Dorothea’s House, 120 John Street. Free. Participants encouraged to bring refreshments.

Monday, April 8 Recycling

5 p.m .: Visiting Artist’s Talk with Alex Turgeon, an interdisciplinary artist whose practice investigates the structural relationships between poetry and architecture, and how together these fields can inform the queer subject as built

environment. 185 Nassau Street, Room 219 (Visual Arts) https://libcal.princeton.edu/event/12077197.

7 p.m.: Anam Thubten, Tibetan Dzogchen teacher, speaks at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 50 Cherry Hill Road. $20 suggested donation. (609) 529-1208 .

7:30 p.m.: “Jews by Nature: Summer Camp, Youth, and American Jewish

Culture,” free talk by NYU professor Sandra Fox at the Douglass Student Center, 100 George Street, New Brunswick. Sponsored by the Bildner Center at Rutgers University. Register at BildnerCenter.Rutgers. edu.

Full Service Cleaning of All Garments Is Available from Longtime Craft Cleaners

For more than 60 years, Craft Cleaners has kept Princeton’s clothes in tip-top condition.

Founded by John Janick in Princeton Junction, it moved to its current 225 Nassau Street location in 1964, where it handles all the cleaning services.

als all over the area. They know they can count on us. If there is ever an emergency, we do our best to help out. For example, something may have spilled on a dress, and the owner has a special event that night. We will do our best to help on short notice.”

Free Delivery

A favorite mainstay of Princeton for many years, Craft continues to be a family business, with John’s son Tom Janick and Lorrie Janick-Adelberger as coowners. The company is known not only for its high quality cleaning, but also for its focus on customer service.

“We are very customeroriented,” points out JanickAdelberger. “We have many customers of long-standing, including Princeton University, corporations, senior facilities, and adult communities, as well as individu -

“We also have free delivery in Princeton and the surrounding area,” she says. “Our home delivery service grew quite a bit during COVID. We were open as an essential, and we offered delivery as a truly contactless service. Currently, we have 675 on our delivery list and eight delivery routes. Also, our new smaller delivery trucks are more fuelefficient.”

Cleaning services begin with a careful inspection of all pockets, where over the years, a variety of items including business and Mass cards, coins, jewelry, and more have been found, she explains. “One time, we found a diamond ring, and you can imagine what that meant to the owner!”

Craft cleans a complete range of items, from everyday clothing to upscale suede and leather to unique antique pieces to rugs and carpets. Special items include wedding dresses, christening gowns, prom dresses, graduation caps and gowns, Boy and Girl Scout uniforms, as well as Princeton University band uniforms and costumes for McCarter Theatre. And don’t forget the dog coats and pet beds!

Draperies, curtains, table linens, doilies, blankets, comforters, and quilts are also cleaned, and there is storage service available for wedding dress preservation, down comforters, and winter clothes.

“We also have a special whitening process for older items,” notes Janick-Adelberger. “And we have recently added a Wash ’n’ Fold by the pound service in which items are washed, folded, and returned in a bag. No pressing is involved.”

Men’s Shirts

Men’s shirt laundering is another big part of the business, and in a typical day, Craft receives 513 shirts and 663 pieces of dry cleaning. This can vary seasonally, she reports.

“Whenever the weather changes. In April, people typically bring in winter coats, outerwear, sweaters, etc. Also, we recommend that when people are putting winter garments away in the summer, everything should be cleaned first.”

Sweaters are among the most common items for cleaning, along with jackets, coats, and pants. In addition to looking into pockets, checking each piece for stains starts the process. Food and beverage stains are frequently seen, with mustard stains among the most difficult to remove.

“We incorporate a multistep inspection/quality control process in which trained personnel check each garment. This is a high-touch clothing care process,” points out JanickAdelberger.

Safer Solvents

Craft has always been set apart by its awareness of and willingness to adopt new procedures and safety measures.

“The cleaning solvents today are much safer,” she says. “We used to be required to be DEP-inspected every year for safety. Now that is not necessary because of our use of safer products.”

“We were also the first cleaner in the U.S. to offer the Miele wet cleaning, computer-controlled process,” continues Janick-Adelberger. “And we now utilize that for more than 45 percent of what we process. It has been so successful that we have served as a consultant about it with other cleaners across the country.

“Green technology and reduction of our carbon footprint are environmentallyfriendly, and automation of our assembly process has allowed us to focus even more on quality and customer service.”

In addition to the cleaning, laundering, and storage services, tailoring and shoe polish and repair are available. Minor repairs, hemming, relining, and new zippers, etc. are offered by the tailors on the premises.

“The college kids and young people are really

into recycling old clothing,” notes Janick-Adelberger. “There are consignment stores nearby, and often customers will bring in things they got that need to be altered, mended, etc.”

Craft continues to offer new opportunities, she adds. “We are now exploring a new self-service system, which would be unattended, so people can just drop off, and pick up at their convenience, saving them time.”

Taking Part

She is especially proud of Craft’s employees, whom she considers an essential part of the company’s success.

“We are a team. I don’t see myself as an employer, but as part of the team. We are always ready to help each other. Everyone will step in when needed. We celebrate staff birthdays, have a Christmas party, and dress up for Halloween. We all take part.

“We also have a broad reach in the community, and have always tried to be a real part of it. Our clients are across the board, all ages, and with our services, we can be a part of their events and lives.”

The company’s priority is to continue to offer topnotch cleaning services and to explore new options, she adds. “There have been many new developments, and we belong to organizations that help to keep us up to date. Customer service is at the forefront and always will be.”

Craft Cleaners is competitively priced, and is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expanded hours are being considered.

F or further information, call (609) 924-3242. Visit the website at craftcleaners.com.

—Jean Stratton

CRAFT COSTUME PARTY: “We have a staff of long-standing. Some have been here as long as 35 years; others 15 and more. We are a real team. Everyone is ready to help out, and we also have fun together,” says Lorrie Janick-Adelberger, co-owner

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With Goalie Gianforcaro Keying Stifling Defensive Effort, Tiger Men’s Lax Defeats Dartmouth 15-5, Moving to 6-3

During his storied tenure guiding the Princeton University men’s lacrosse program from 19882009, Hall of Fame coach Bill Tierney’s squads emphasized stifling defense and featured stellar goalies on the way to six NCAA titles.

Last Saturday as Princeton hosted Dartmouth, with Tierney on hand to get honored for having the head coaching position recently endowed in his name, it was fitting that Tiger goalie Michael Gianforcaro and the team’s defensive unit were primed for a big effort.

“The last couple of weeks, we got away from what we do from our fundamentals, this one was all about us,” said Gianforcaro. “We have been saying it all week, stick to our game plan, do our identity, defend their strong hands and just try to be the best version of ourselves.”

The Tiger defense produced one of its best starts of the season, holding Dartmouth scoreless for the first 16:55 of the contest.

“We had guys who were just defending the ball really well,” said Gianforcaro. “We had great talk, they gave me shots that I wanted to see.”

Gianforcaro was seeing the ball well, making nine saves in the first half as Princeton built an 8-2 lead by intermission.

“Sometimes when they are taking shots right on top of you to begin with it is tough to get into a rhythm, but we gave up shots from deep to begin with so I was able to see the ball a lot better,” said Gianforcaro, a 5’11, 195-pound native of Lincoln University, Pa. “I was just trying to settle in and play my game and not do too much. It was similar to the game plan, everybody just play their own game and we will be all right.”

Continuing to play very well at the defensive end, the Tigers held the Big Green scoreless for 37:03 from the second quarter into the fourth as they built their advantage to 14-2 on the way to a 15-5 win before a crowd of 1,326 at Class of 52 Stadium.

In reflecting on the stifling defensive performance as No. 13 Princeton improved to 6-3 overall and 2-1 Ivy League, Gianforcaro credited the squad’s three starting defensemen, Colin Mulshine, Michael Bath, and Cooper Kistler, with coming up big.

“Colin, Michael, and Cooper were phenomenal, they did their job and we had a great day,” said Gianforcaro, who ended up with 14 saves in the win as he gave way to reserve goalie and former Hun School standout Ryan Croddick midway through the fourth quarter with the Tigers up 14-2. “Sometimes we come out a little slow but not today. From the first whistle, we came out and we played awesome. It was all-around great execution.”

Executing well in a key aspect of the game, the Tigers were successful on 18-of-20 clears.

“We got a new clear after the Cornell game and we just try to take our time and not push the ball upfield too much,” said Gianforcaro. “I

turned the ball over twice because I was getting a little too aggressive. If we can get it upfield, awesome, but it is take our time and get the ball over the midline and we will be all right.”

Becoming the starter in the sixth game last season, Gianforcaro has progressed into one of the top goalies in the country.

“Last year I was competing and just trying to get my feet under me and play good lacrosse this year,” said Gianforcaro, who has posted a 9.88 goals against average and a save percentage of .573 in nine games this season. “I knew in the fall that I was going to be the starter, so I had a little more confidence being a senior too. It is some pressure too because it is my last year so I want to be a great part of the team and be a great team member. All of the senior class feels the same way, it is a little extra pressure being a senior now.”

Gianforcaro assumes extra responsibility this season as he was named a team captain along with classmates Bear Lochshin and Pace Billings.

“Being named a captain is the greatest honor of my entire life, to be voted on by my peers alongside Bear and Pace,” said Gianforcaro. “We balance each other out really well, we are roommates and best friends. We run everything by each other, we try to have a united front.”

Princeton head coach Matt Madalon saw Princeton’s defensive effort against Dartmouth as a tribute to Tierney.

“That would be a great reflection for Coach T, there is no man more important to our program,” said Madalon. “What he laid as the foundation here is huge, it was awesome to honor him that way.”

“It was a good game plan by coach [Jeremy] Hirsch, those guys stepped up and executed a bunch of little details very simply and really well, they did a really good job,” said Madalon. “It was a very good defensive game plan but really the guys just settled in and played well, they win the one-on-one matchups.”

Madalon lauded the trio of Mulshine, Bath, and Kistler for dominating their matchups.

“They did an awesome job,

they really wiped some of those guys out over the course of the game,” says Madalon. “They won their matchups, it was a big game for them.”

The play of Gianforcaro in goal was a big factor in Princeton’s win.

“Michael had a great game, he did awesome,” said Madalon “He is obviously a foundational as a member and a leader in our program. He is a home run as a leader. He is outstanding, his compete level, his edge, and his passion day in, day out continues to drive our program.”

On offense, junior attacker Coulter Mackesy drove the attack, tallying a game-high four goals.

“We had good balance all over; Mackesy was aggressive from the high wing, it was nice to see,” said Madalon, who got two goals apiece from Colin Burns, Nate Kabiri, and Tucker Wade with Sean Cameron, Quinn Krammer, Lucas Stanat, Andrew McMeekin, and Tommy Barnds chipping in one each.

“It was complementary on the offensive side with a lot of different scorers. I think Burnsy did a nice job making some feeds and dives, finishing. Stanat getting on that second mid line did a nice job and then Cameron continuing to play well.”

Madalon was pleased with the job Princeton did with its clearing

“It was cleaner, it is something we are focusing on, we have to get better there,” said Madalon. “We had too many mistakes in the clear early on in our season, that is something that can’t hurt us down the stretch.”

With Princeton having gone 3-1 in its last four games, Madalon believes the Tigers are getting better as they head into the stretch drive of the season.

“It has been a work in progress for us all year, I am not changing that,” said Madalon, whose team is slated to host Lehigh on April 2 before playing at Brown on April 6. “We got to have good weeks of practice, we still have some bad practices littered in there. We have to grow up as a team. We practice a little better and we will get more production in games.”

Gianforcaro, for his part,

believes the Tigers are growing into something special.

“I think we are getting into a groove; our message to the team after some of the tough losses is play within ourselves,” said Gianforcaro. “It

is all about us, whether we are playing an Ivy team or an out of conference team, being the best version of ourselves this week, being the best version on game day and hopefully we can win. We play Lehigh

APRIL 8, 2024

4:30 P.M.

REBECCA DALLET, WISCONSIN SUPREME COURT JUSTICE

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on Tuesday, we are not looking past that. We want to be the best version of ourselves Tuesday night and we went to keep getting better and dominate the Ivy.”

—Bill Alden

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At the center of national debates over gerrymandering, abortion, and the growing polarization of the courts, Justice Dallet discusses the role of the judge in a constitutional democracy.

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READY FOR ACTION: Princeton University men’s lacrosse goalie Michael Gianforcaro guards the crease in recent action. Last Saturday, senior goalie Gianforcaro helped key a superb defensive effort, making 14 saves as Princeton defeated Dartmouth 15-5. The Tigers, now 6-3 overall and 2-1 Ivy League, were slated to host Lehigh on April 2 before playing at Brown on April 6.

(Photo by Steven Wojtowicz)

PU Baseball Hanging in Ivy League Playoff Race

But Needs its Arms, Bats to Come Alive to Earn Spot

The Princeton University baseball team would like to again qualify for the Ivy League Baseball Tournament after making the inaugural four-team postseason competition last spring.

The Tigers aren’t in bad shape after splitting their first six Ivy games, but they must find a reliable combination of arms and pick up their hitting to improve their chances. Princeton was scheduled to play at Seton Hall on April 3, but inclement weather might cancel that outing. The Tigers will then go on the road to play three games this weekend at Brown, with a doubleheader on Saturday and a single game on Sunday. Princeton is 3-3 in Ivy play for fifth in the league, Brown sits in a three-way tie for sixth place at 2-4.

“With the new format, you have to try whatever you can to get into the playoffs,” said Princeton head coach Scott Bradley, whose squad is 7-15 overall. “Every game, every at bat counts. We played Brown at the end of the season last year. I think they got off to a slow start, but I thought they were one of the better teams. They compete, they have some good arms, they have some very good high leverage arms out of the bullpen. Then offensively, they just put the ball in play, poked it around, and didn’t strike out.”

Princeton won its opener last weekend against Yale, 4-3, last Saturday but scored just four total runs

over the next two games as the Bulldogs won, 22-2, in the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader and then 5-2 in the rubber game Sunday. The 1-2 weekend was the opposite of the opening weekend when the Tigers took two of three from Cornell.

“We’re probably fortunate we’re 3-3,” said Bradley. “We haven’t swung the bats at all in the Ivy League. In the six games we’ve played, I think we’ve only scored 18 runs. So we were fortunate to win three low-scoring games where we got some big hits and good pitching.”

Pitching became a concern even before the season began. An injury to top starting pitcher senior Tom Chmielewski, who was last seen throwing a gem in the Ivy tournament opener last year, came the day before the Tigers were to begin practicing. The first-team All-Ivy selection last year had an ERA of 3.40 and three of his six wins came with complete-game outings. Not being able to get him on the mound has hurt.

“That immediately puts a lot of pressure on everybody else,” said Bradley. “We didn’t have any real solidified starters other than that, so we were just trying to stretch some guys out. We took Justin Kim, who pitched terrific out of the bullpen last year for us, and moved him into a starting role. Then we have a freshman, Sean Episcope, who was supposed to be a

freshman last year but had Tommy John surgery so he deferred. So he hasn’t pitched much in the past couple years of course, but he has some talent. When you lose somebody like Tommy, we’re not loaded with pitching depth — he threw a couple complete games for us, was able to pitch with a pitch count, had a Cape Cod experience, turned down an opportunity to sign in the draft to come back — it’s unfortunate for him and for us that he ended up getting hurt right before we started practicing.”

Chmielewski hasn’t been ruled out for the season, but his return is unlikely. The standout left-hander is already slated to play as a graduate student at North Carolina next year if he again passes on signing professionally.

“His goal should be to get back to the Cape this summer, pitch three or four times before the draft, and see what happens from the professional side of things,” said Bradley. “The last thing we’re going to do is take any chances and put his future years at stake. He and I will have that conversation when that time comes. He hasn’t started a throwing program yet.”

The loss of Chmielewski has direct effects, like Saturday’s second game when Princeton surrendered 22 runs, the third time this season that the Tigers have seen an opponent score that many.

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“We had a couple games where we got knocked around a little bit as we tried to get creative,” said Bradley. “That’s where it hurts not having a legitimate third starter. We try to make them bullpen games, we try to mix and match, we try to do some different things and we haven’t had real good results trying to do that so far.”

The pitching hasn’t gotten the run support it needs either. Princeton is hitting .244 as a team. Of their seven regular starters, Jake Bold is the only one hitting better than .288 as he is currently at .315 with three homers and 10 RBIs. Matt Scannell drove in the winning run in the first game Saturday, one of his two hits, and Nick DiPietrantonio homered in the win. Princeton only scored two runs apiece in the two games that followed.

guys experience and then coming into the first league weekend, we weren’t exactly sure how we were going to be, how we were going to swing the bats.”

The Tigers won four games in the Ivy preseason as they worked to put together their best lineup. Princeton defeated VCU, Old Dominion, Navy, and UNC Wilmington in non-conference play. The chance to get actual games was the biggest thing before hitting conference play.

“The early season games, we practice indoors so much we’re just trying to get guys used to being outside,” said Bradley. “We mix and match lineups, we try to see who can do what, we try to get the young guys some experience, and the big thing is we try to build up our pitchers.”

streak is going to start. So you have to go through the process and then go into each game. It’s not like we’re going to do swing changes with any of them. This isn’t the time to make swing changes. It’s focus, concentration, maybe not trying to do too much. It’s hard to tell people that. Effort doesn’t help you hit a baseball. Sometimes it’s just a matter of taking what the pitcher gives you, maybe using all fields, maybe looking to go the opposite way a little more. With a Kyle Vinci, power hitters historically are very streaky, as he gets on one of his hot streaks here, he’s got the ability 10-12 home runs in a 10-game stretch. When he gets going, the ball leaves the ballpark on a pretty regular basis.”

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A Thriller

“It’s the whole lineup,” said Bradley. “We’ve had a hard time bunching hits together. Too many strikeouts. I think some of our older guys are putting a little too much pressure on themselves. I think the Scannells and the DiPietrantonios and the [Kyle] Vincis are just trying a little too hard. And not having a left-handed [Scott] Bandura who can hit between those guys, it makes it a little more difficult. We’re hoping that Kyle will get hot. He has the ability to wreck ballgames with his power. And DiP has a chance to hit the ball out of the ballpark, and Matty Scannell is finding ways to get on base but he’s not quite swinging the bat like he did last year.”

Princeton’s offense is missing Bandura, who was drafted in the seventh round last year and signed with the San Francisco Giants to forego the remainder of his college eligibility. Noah Granet graduated as well after being named honorable mention All-Ivy as did Eric Marasheski, who posted career high offensive numbers.

“We knew we were going to be young in spots,” said Bradley. “We try to get some

One pitcher who has shined is Jacob Faulkner. The junior right-hander is 3-1 with a 3.60 ERA after picking up the win in Game 1 against Yale. He allowed only one run over his three innings, then returned to pitch again Sunday.

“Faulkner is probably our most valuable player,” said Bradley. “He probably was last year as well. He’s a submarining right-hander, so he can pitch quite often. He holds runners on, he fields his position, he throws strikes. It’s unusual, his delivery, and he can throw multiple pitches from down there so it’s not like you see some of the submarine pitchers in pro ball, they throw one maybe two innings at a time. We can use Jacob for multiple innings. We’ve had him throw four, as many as five innings for us. He can pitch back-to-back days. I really don’t know where we would be without him.”

The pitching will get a boost when the offense kicks into gear. Talking hitting is a tightrope act between finding a groove and not overthinking it.

“It’s process,” said Bradley. “You take your batting practice, you do your work, and you go into games and try to compete at that point. You never know when a hot

Vinci, who played at Delbarton School, set the Ivy League and Princeton record with 21 home runs last year. He is committed to play as a graduate student at Tulane next year, but would love to add to his power numbers for the Tigers this spring. When he and the Tigers swing the bats well, they can pick up runs and wins quickly. Princeton last year started the Ivy season 4-5 before reeling off eight straight wins. The Tigers have plenty of opportunity ahead if they can find some reliable pitching and elevate their hitting to return to the Ivy League Baseball Tournament.

“I think there’s real balance in the Ivy League this year,” said Bradley. “Penn has probably continued to stay on the ride they’ve been on. They might be the best of the teams. I think all the other teams, I thought Cornell and Yale both played terrific defense — their pitchers threw strikes, they were pesky offensively. I think there’s real balance and you have to avoid having really bad weekends. You have to try to get a game or two each weekend and you hope when you get into the last couple series, that 1112 wins can get you into a playoff spot.”

—Justin Feil

BOLD MOVE: Princeton University baseball player Jake Bold takes a big cut in a game earlier this season. Last Sunday, Bold went 1 for 3 with homer in a losing cause as Princeton fell 5-2 to Yale. The Tigers, now 7-15 overall and 3-3 Ivy League, play at Seton Hall on April 3 and then head to Brown next weekend for a doubleheader on April 6 and a single game on April 7. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)

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Princeton Softball Sweeps 3-Game Set Against Penn, Focusing on Task at Hand in Moving Atop Ivy Standings

After starting its Ivy League campaign with a tough weekend in New York City where it went 1-2 against Columbia, the Princeton University softball team was happy to return to the friendly confines of Strubing Field last week.

On Tuesday, Princeton swept a doubleheader from visiting Rider, prevailing 6-3 and 7-0. Returning to Ivy action for Easter weekend to host Penn, the Tigers went 3-0, sweeping a twinbill from the Quakers on Saturday, winning 8-4 and 5-1 and then posting a 6-3 victory a day later.

“We got bit by the expectation bug against Columbia, a little bit where we were just overanalyzing the expectations we have for ourselves and our team,” said Princeton head coach Lisa Van Ackeren, whose team is now 15-9 overall and 4-2 Ivy and tied with Columbia (9-15 overall, 4-2 Ivy) atop the league standings. “Even just being able to play Rider at home, everybody forgot how fun it is to play at home. That made us look forward to the weekend even more.”

The Tigers had fun against Penn as they kept their attention on the task at hand.

“We played much better and much more focused on what we are good at, just trying to focus internally rather than externally,” said Van Ackeren. “What we did well this weekend was that we were very focused on one game, one pitch at a time. I think that serves us well.”

The Tigers got their bats going early in the weekend, jumping out to a 7-1 lead by the third inning of Game 1 and pounding out 10 hits in the 8-4 win. Sophia Marsalo was 3 for 3 with two runs and one RBI in the victory

while Lauren Sablone and Sonia Zhang each had two hits.

“It has been great because we have shown much more consistency offensively this year,” said Van Ackeren.

In the nightcap, junior pitcher Meghan Harrington shut the door on the Quakers, going 6.1 innings, striking out seven and giving up one run on seven hits.

“Harrington had a great day, Meg has grown so much,” said Van Ackeren.

“She has always had good stuff, but mentally she has grown so much in the last couple of years. She is so tough and just locked in pitch by pitch. The cool part is that she always comes off a game and is like, ‘I know what I need to do next.’ She wants to keep getting better, she is not complacent or satisfied.”

On Sunday, Princeton started with a bang, getting consecutive homers in the first inning from Julia Dumais and Allison Ha as it took a 3-1 lead.

“I think it came on backto-back pitches, it was awesome,” said Van Ackeren of the first inning outburst. “Julia has been working really hard this week on her swing and getting extra work in. It was really cool for her to have that moment, she works hard for it.”

Harrington along with Cassidy Shaw and Molly Chambers worked hard in holding off Penn. Shaw got the start and went three innings with Chambers coming in for 1.1 innings and Harrington going 2.2 innings to finish the game and get the win.

“It was a long day on Saturday with two games and three pitchers,” said Van Ackeren. “They came

back ready to do whatever it took to solidify it. I don’t think any of pitchers really had a great day, but they were really mentally tough. We gave up a ton of walks, so we always had baserunners on. They had to work out of jams and we were able to.”

While Van Ackeren was happy with the sweep of the Quakers, she knows her squad has plenty of room to grow.

“I think we have had some good games, I don’t think we have played our best game yet,” said Van Ackeren. “We haven’t put the best version of the pitching, the defense, and the offense all together in one game this year. I think we have more to build toward. One of our captains at the end of the game Sunday said that we got the sweep and we also have a lot we still need to work on. It is exciting.”

Van Ackeren is excited about how the players have come together as they have gotten in Ivy play.

“From a team culture standpoint, we grew a ton the last two weeks,” said Van Ackeren. “Since we came home for spring break, there have been some really huge moments for the team. Every one of my kids played this weekend. Every single person has a role and has the ability to make an impact whether that is a pinch hitter, a pinch runner, or coming in to face two batters. They are all really locked in to doing their job, whatever it is, and do it well.”

The Tiger hitting attack is locked in with junior Sablone batting .373 with two homers and 17 RBIs, fresh man Sonia Zhang hitting .319 with two homers and 13 RBIs, junior Allison Ha

at .314 with two homers and 13 RBIs, sophomore Dumais at .274 with two homers and 12 RBIs, and junior Marsalo up to .268 with 10 RBIs.

“Lauren is having an unbelievable season so far,” said Van Ackeren of the junior outfielder who went 5 for 10 with three runs, 1 RBI, two triples and a double over the weekend. “Zhang has made a huge impact, she has just been so steady. It is hard to do that as a freshman. The fact that she is able to do that in a big role at the top of the lineup has been really impressive. Sophia got going a little bit. Grace Jackson (.233 with 13 runs) had a great weekend, she had a lot of loud outs too. She squared a ton of balls up. Allie Goodwin (.429 with nine hits in 21 at-bats) was an absolute star for us this weekend. She broke back into our starting lineup and made the most of her midweek opportunities.”

The squad’s pitchers, Harrington (6-3, 3.93 ERA, 43 strikeouts), Shaw (7-5, .418 ERA, 50 strikeouts), Chambers (1-0, 6.44 ERA, 17 strikeouts), and Brielle Wright (1-1, 2.40 ERA, 21 strikeouts) have been steady.

“They are just all prepared to do whatever is needed, they function as a true pitching staff,” said Van Ackeren. “It is not about who gets the glory of one thing or another, they are just doing whatever it takes to have the team’s back. Whatever that looks like on a given day could change but they are going to do what they need to do.”

Senior star reliever Chambers has taken on a leadership role on the staff.

“She has a lot of

experience in that spot coming into games with runners on,” said Van Ackeren of Chambers. “She has got a devastating changeup, she just gives such a different look. She has done a great job of it. Molly is really vocal with our staff. She has had mostly a relief role in her career and has embraced that. It has been really good for the younger pitchers on the staff to learn from someone who is really accountable and really bought in.”

Precocious freshman Shaw has certainly bought in. “Cassie just shows a lot of competitive poise; I knew she was competitive, I only recruit competitive pitchers,” said Van Ackeren, a former star pitcher for Lehigh. “I also recruit people that I am going to get along with because if you don’t match my competitive energy, I am not very fun to play for. The competitive poise had been really impressive, she really wants the ball in big moments. She doesn’t shy away from

a tough inning or giving up a walk and a hit. It is tough not to let the moment get big and think about things that are not productive. She really locks in and gets the job done.”

With the Tigers resuming Ivy play by heading to Harvard this weekend for a doubleheader on April 6 and a single game on April 7, Van Ackeren is confident her players will keep getting the job done.

“We can’t wait, we love playing at Harvard,” said Van Ackeren.

“It is a good road test for us. We play competitively on the road because we have to play on the road so much early on. Playing in sometimes else’s home environment and a league rival, adds a little extra sauce and more spice. It is awesome. It is great playing Harvard, there is extra energy for it. The whole school is into it.”

—Bill Alden

has become a Princeton destination; a great old-school bar that also happens to serve some of New Jersey’s best pizza, thin-crusted and bubbly. The restaurant hasn’t changed much since then; even the tables are the same. It’s a simple, no-frills space, but if you visit during peak times, be prepared to wait well over an hour for a table.

GETTING INTO THE SWING: Princeton University softball player Lauren Sablone taking a big swing in a 2023 game. Last weekend, junior outfielder Sablone starred as Princeton swept a three-game series with visiting Penn. Sablone went 5 for 10 with three runs, one RBI, two triples, and a double as the Tigers swept a twinbill from the Quakers on Saturday, winning 8-4 and 5-1, and then posted a 6-3 victory a day later. The Tigers, now 15-9 overall and 4-2 Ivy League, head to Harvard this weekend for a doubleheader on April 6 and a single game on April 7. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)

PU Sports Roundup

PU Rowing Alum Mead

Named to Olympic Team

Former Princeton University men’s heavyweight crew star Nick Mead ’17 was named last week to the U.S. rowing team that will compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

Mead will race in either the four or eight boat for the U. S. He was recently named the 2023 US Rowing Athlete of the Year. Mead helped the United States four to a silver medal at the 2023 World Rowing Championships, the best finish for a U.S. boat since 2017. He also helped the four to third at 2023 World Rowing Cup II regatta.

PU Men’s Heavyweights

Get Off to Strong Start

Looking formidable in its first regatta of the spring, the No. 2 Princeton University men’s varsity 8 defeated Drexel, Georgetown, and Temple on Lake Carnegie last Saturday morning.

The Tiger top boat clocked a winning time of 5:43.0 over the 2.000-meter course with Drexel taking second in 6:00.2, Georgetown coming in third at 6:00.5, and Temple finishing fourth in 6:15.2.

Princeton heads south next weekend to face Navy on April 6 in Annapolis, Md., in the race for the Navy-Princeton Cup.

PU Men’s Lightweight Crew

Tops Columbia, Dartmouth Building on its opening day win over Navy, the No. 3 Princeton University men’s lightweight varsity 8 earned a pair of cups in racing last Saturday in Overpack.

The Tiger top boat started the day by defeating No. 8 Columbia to earn the Campbell Cup, clocking a time of 6:10.05 over the 2,000-meter course, 6.5 seconds better than the Lions.

Later, Princeton beat sixth-ranked Dartmouth to win the Diamond Challenge

Cup as it posted a time of 6:05.7, 13.7 seconds ahead of the Big Green.

The Tigers are next in action when they host Cornell on April 13 on Lake Carnegie in the race for the Platt Cup.

Princeton Open Rowers Defeat Brown in Opener

Displaying some impressive speed, the No. 3 Princeton University women’s open varsity 8 defeated No. 6 Brown last Saturday morning on Lake Carnegie to open its 2024 campaign.

The Tiger top boat convened the 2,000-meter course in a time of 6:34.8 with Brown coming in at 6:38.0.

Princeton is next in action when it hosts the Ivy Invite from April 12-13 on Lake Carnegie.

Tiger Men’s Volleyball Falls at George Mason

Ben Harrington starred in a losing cause as the Princeton University men’s volleyball team fell 3-2 to George Mason last Saturday.

Senior star Harrington piled up 21 kills but the Patriots prevailed 20-25, 2519, 25-23, 17-25, 12-15.

Princeton, now 10-10 overall and 3-4 Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (EIVA), is next in action when it hosts NJIT on April 5.

PU Women’s Water Polo Edges Wagner 13-12 in OT

Sparked by Kaila Carroll, the No. 16 Princeton University women’s water polo team defeated No. 18 Wagner 13-12 in overtime last Thursday.

Senior Carroll scored three goals, including the game-winner, as the Tigers improved to 16-6. Princeton heads to Lewisburg, Pa., next weekend where it will face Michigan and St. Francis on April 6 and play host Bucknell on April 7.

Princeton Men’s Track Excels at Howell Meet

The 4x100 relay provided a highlight as the Princeton University men’s track team started the 2024 spring season by hosting the Sam

Howell Invitational last Saturday at Weaver Stadium.

The quartet of former Princeton High standouts Zach Della Rocca, Jackson Clarke, Daniel Duncan and Joey Gant placed first in the event and set a new meet record with a time of 39.83.

Individual victors for the Tigers at the meet included Xavier Donaldson in the 400 meters, Jackson Shorten in the 3,000 steeplechase, Harrison Witt in the 1,500, Connor Nisbet in the 10,000, Sebastian Clatworthy in the high jump, and Avery Shunneson in the discus.

Princeton is next in action when its competes in the Miami Hurricane Alumni Invitational from April 5-6 in Coral Gables, Fla., and the Big 5 Invite on April 6 in Philadelphia.

PU Women’s Track Shines in Howell Meet

Displaying its strength in the field events, the Princeton University women’s track team excelled as it opened its spring campaign by hosting the Sam Howell Invitational last Saturday at Weaver Stadium.

Individual winners at the meet for Princeton included Shea Greene in the javelin, Annika Kelly in the hammer throw, Alexandra Kelly in the triple jump, Madeleine Wood in the high jump, Harlowe Brumett-Dunn in the 100 meters, and Olivia Martin in the 800. In addition, Makenna Marshall took second in the discus and third in the shot put.

Princeton returns to action when its competes in the Miami Hurricane Alumni Invitational from April 5-6 in Coral Gables, Fla.

Princeton Men’s Golf Wins Williamsburg Event

Producing a stellar final round, the Princeton University men’s golf team rallied to take first at the Golden Horseshoe Intercollegiate in Williamsburg, Va., last week.

The Tigers shot a team score of -4 over the last 18 holes of the three-round event on March 26 to post an overall team score of 857 (+5)

HEADING TO PARIS: Former Princeton University women’s rowing star Claire Collins ’19 displays her form in a training session for the U.S. national program. Last week, Collins, along with two other former Tiger women’s crew standouts, Emily Kallfelz ’19 and Kelsey Reelick ’14, were named to the U.S. rowing team that will be competing at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. The trio will race in either the eight or four boats at the Olympics. During her time at Princeton, Collins was a four-time All-Ivy League honoree and three-time All-American. Kallfelz, for her part, was a two-time All-American and four-time

and best runner-up George Mason by five strokes.

William Huang led the way for the Tigers individually, tying for fourth with an even par score of 213. Jackson Fretty fired a 2-over 215 to tie for seventh while Charlie Palmer carded a 4-over 217 to tie for 12th.

The final round team score of 280 was the second-best team round of the weekend — only surpassed by Princeton’s 276 (-8) in the second round on March 25. That stellar second round on the second lowest round by a Tigers group since the 199394 season, bested only by a 272 during the second round of The McLaughlin during the 2010-11 season and the -8 team score is the second-lowest finish to par in a round since the 2005 team was -9 in the second round of the Ivy League Championships.

The tournament win was the first for the Tigers since claiming the 2023 Ivy League Championship, and Princeton’s last regular

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season tournament championship was the 2022 Princeton Invitational.

The Tigers are next in action when they host their Princeton Invitational at the Springdale Golf Club April 6-7.

Hoops Alum Maddox Makes U.S 3x3 Team for Olympics

Former Princeton University men’s basketball standout

Kareem Maddox ’11 has been named to U.S. 3x3 Men’s National Team that will compete at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

Along with Maddox, the four-member roster includes Canyon Barry, Jimmer Fredette and Dylan Travis. The roster was selected by the USA Basketball 3x3 Men’s National Team Committee. Joe Lewandowski, who has been coaching and advising the USA 3x3 program since

2014, will serve as the head coach and he will be assisted by James Fraschilla.

The 2024 Olympic Games are set for July 26–August 11, with the 3x3 basketball competition slated for July 30–August 5 at Place de la Concorde.

At Princeton, Maddox, a 6’8, 220-pound native of Los Angeles, Calif., was the 2011 Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year and a 2011 firstteam All-Ivy selection. His 56 blocked shots in the 2010-11 season rank second all-time in program history for most blocked shots in a season and his 108 career blocked shots rank fourth all-time in program history. Maddox also helped guide the Tigers to an Ivy League title and an NCAA Tournament appearance in 2011.

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Princeton Prospect Foundation is pleased to announce free public access to Princeton University’s iconic eating clubs where generations of students have taken meals and socialized in historic and architecturally significant clubhouses that date as far back as 1895. Upcoming open houses will take place from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. on the following dates (no reservations are required):

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The fascinating origins and evolution of the clubs, along with many archival images and spectacular photos, are presented in The Princeton Eating Clubs, written by awardwinning author Clifford W. Zink in 2017. This beautiful book is available at Labyrinth Books and the Princeton University Store, and on Amazon.

The fascinating origins and evolution of the clubs, along with many archival images and spectacular photos, are presented in The Princeton Eating Clubs, written by award-winning author Clifford W. Zink in 2017. This beautiful book is available at Labyrinth Books and the Princeton University Store, and on Amazon.

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All-Ivy selection. Reelick began her time at Princeton as the lone freshman in Princeton’s NCAA champion varsity 8 in 2011 and went on to earn two All-Ivy selections and was a first-team All-American as a senior. Rowing at the Paris Summer Games will take place from July 27-August 4. (Photo provided courtesy of USRowing)

Powered by the 1-2 Scoring Punch of Kenah, Beatty, PHS Boys’ Lax Aiming to Make the Most of 2024

For the Princeton High boys’ lacrosse team, the recent spring break turned into a training camp for the squad.

“We just finished two-adays the last four days, we have been going back to basics, doing rides, clearing, and defense,” said PHS head coach Chip Casto, who is returning to the program after taking a sabbatical year in Spain. “Then we had a couple of good nights out in the community having dinner. We got to go out, trying to do a little team building. We were with each other a lot.”

The Tigers will be building around senior star and Lafayette College commit Patrick Kenah, who tallied a team-high 111 points on 68 goals and 43 assists in 2023.

“Everybody looks to Patrick, he is pretty fired up to make this the best of his four years,” said Casto, whose team is coming off a 9-8 season and was slated to start the 2024 campaign on April 2 by hosting WW/ P-North and then play at Hopewell Valley on April 5 and at Manasquan on April 8. “Several times Will Doran ’22 and Will Erickson ’22 were mentioned last night at Conte’s as people stood up and talked about the upcoming season. They were all of the older guys that remember playing under them and they want to emulate their leadership. Now team-wise they want to make sure that we do better.”

The PHS offense will be powered by the one-two punch of Kenah and junior midfielder Brendan Beatty (41 goals, 51 assists in 2023).

“Patrick looks great, he is so focused on his diet and in the weight room, wanting to get better,” said Casto. “We have asked him to get a little more vocal, he is taking to that. He has not always done

that, he is coming around to that. Brendan is an outstanding leader. He is our premier midfielder. He is committed to UVM as a junior, he loves that lifestyle.”

The high-scoring pair have developed a connection on the field over the years.

“They are always looking for each other,” said Casto. “We have to almost remind them that there are other guys on the field. They have been trying to distribute the ball and get others to shoot. It has been great to watch that.”

The Tigers boast a pair of sharp shooters on attack in junior Braden Barlag (28 goals, 8 assists) and sophomore Alex Famiglietti (16 goals, 4 assists).

“Braden has expanded his game,” said Casto. “He is really good around the crease which is always good to have. Famiglietti has emerged in preseason as a solid finisher. He is in the Braden mold but a little different. He is bigger, comes at different angles and really bangs the defensemen which is good.”

Across the midfield, junior Jason Singer (27 goals, 13 assists), senior Graham Baird (3 goals, 3 assists), sophomore Declan Hughes (1 goal), junior Matt Thompson (6 goals, 2 assists), and senior Robbie Sifon (3 goals) bring a lot of game.

“Jason is emerging as a really good midfield dodger, we are going to count on him to generate some offense from the midfield,” said Casto. “Graham is coming back, he is our d-middie but we may also ask him to score and be a two-way player. Declan has emerged and might get time in the midfield. Matt is playing well. The biggest surprise has been Robbie, he is probably going to be our premier d-mid. He has come with energy and leadership, He is really harping on his senior year which is always great.”

The pair of Baird (61-of90 face-offs) and sophomore Carmine Carusone (17-of46) will bring energy to the face-off X.

“Graham will do some face-offs but also Carmine,” said Casto. “He is scrappy, he is a wrestler. He can get after people at the face-off X for sure.”

Casto is looking for two seniors, James Reynolds and Anthony Famiglietti , to get after people on the back line.

“James and Anthony are the foundation of the defense,” said Casto, noting that junior Jack Crotty should also be a key performer for the Tiger defensive unit. “We do need them to get better, we need them to play well to win big games. We can’t can give up a lot of goals.”

At goalie, junior Corbin Kasziba and senior Kian Bragg will be seeing time in the cage.

“Kasziba has been injured so we needed somebody to practice with,” said Casto. “We had a senior attackman, Kian, who has hopped into the goal and had been a surprise. He has done pretty well so we are excited about him. We want that to be a competition because it will help both of them.”

In Casto’s view, PHS will be able to compete with anyone if its defense can hold the fort.

“It is consistency, the offense is pretty potent; I think they averaged 13 goals a game last year but they gave up a lot,” said Casto. “The core of everything is to play good defense. That is our focus. We need to limit the other team’s scoring. We have been working on oneon-one defense, team defense, riding, and any sort of defense.”

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KEN-DO: Princeton High boys’ lacrosse player Patrick Kenah eludes a defender in a game last season. Senior star attacker and Lafayette College commit Kenah, who tallied a team-high 111 points on 68 goals and 43 assists in 2023, will be counted on to spearhead the Tiger attack again this year. PHS was slated to start its season on April 2 by hosting WW/P-North and then play at Hopewell Valley on April 5 and at Manasquan on April 8.

(Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)

After Taking Its Lumps in Tough 2023 Campaign, PHS Girls’ Lax Primed

Taking its lumps last spring as it lost nine of its last 10 games, the Princeton High girls’ lacrosse team learned some valuable lessons.

“It was a hard year, it was a good growing year,” said PHS head coach Katie Federico, who guided the Tigers to a 7-12 record. “It helped the seniors become the leaders that they needed to be. They are doing a nice job, there is a great vibe within the team, a cohesiveness within the team. They are stepping up to go from a pretty good winning season, the year before to something like last year. It taught them to appreciate what we were capable of doing the year before and that drive. They really want it again this year.”

As the preseason unfolded, Federico was happy with the way her players were stepping up.

“We had a scrimmage on Friday and they were connecting on passes,” said Federico. “The transition looked great, it is like they are all clicking right now which is really nice to see. They are excited, you can see that.”

Senior star midfielder Riley Devlin, who scored 85 points on 68 goals and 17 assists last year, has been looking great heading into her final campaign with PHS.

“Riley is stepping up in the midfield as a leader,” said Federico of Devlin, who tallied six goals and

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three assists as PHS defeated WW/P-North 23-8 in its season opener last Monday. “She just has that energy and the grit whether she is on the midfield or on attack or on defense. You can see how the underclassmen, especially the freshmen, are so impressed by it. She has really taken on trying to teach the underclassmen in that role. It is really nice to because she remembers that feeling when Shoshi Henderson was helping her and Kate Becker was helping her. Now she is in that role, you can tell it is something that she is really enjoying too.”

Sophomores Quinn Gallagher and Leah Bornstein will be playing key roles in the midfield as well. Gallagher tallied two goals and two assists against WW/PNorth while Bornstein had five goals and three assists.

“Quinn is looking really good and there has been some nice chemistry and connections with her and Riley passing on goal,” said Federico. “She is not only talking the shot herself, she is looking for her teammates. Leah has been doing a lot of mid right now. She is a little fireball nonstop, she is unbelievable. She is such a positive kid. She will do anything to help the team.”

A trio of seniors — Phoebe Steiger, Sylvie LeBouef, and Sarah Henderson — will be triggering the Tiger attack.

“Phoebe is looking really good again this year, I think even last year, it was

a growing year for her,” said Federico of Steiger, who chipped in one goal and one assist against WW/P-N with LeBouef tallying three goals and an assist and Henderson contributing two goals and three assists.

“Sylvie and Sarah are just back to full confidence after their ACL injuries. They are back to themselves this year which is really nice to see.”

On defense, seniors Joci Lee, Avery Gallagher, Julia Engelhart, and Theona Hsu, have developed into a formidable unit.

“We have four solid seniors in Joci, Avery, Julia, and Theona,” said Federico. “We also have Zoie [Reynolds], who is a sophomore. They are just like a welloiled machine. It is amazing how last year just really built their confidence and their communication. They play as a unit.”

Senior Allegra Brennan, sophomore Olivia DeLuca, and freshman Paige Menapace figure to see time at goalie.

“Allegra is back, which is good and Olivia is our other returning goalie,” said Federico, who went with Menapace in the opener.

“It is going to go game by game. They are all very supportive of each other. If I said to Allegra, ‘Liv is playing today,’ she would say, ‘Great,’ and help her out as much as she can. Liv would be the same way with Allegra, which is nice.”

In Federico’s view, PHS can have a very good season if the players display self-assurance and have fun in the process.

“I think it is patience and believing in themselves and not feeling like they always

have to take the fast break,” said Federico, whose team plays at Hopewell Valley on April 3 and at Stuart County Day on April 5 before hosting Lawrenceville on April 8.

“They need to use the space and trust in each other. The biggest thing is the trust piece; it was hard last year when you lose a senior group like we did. Now we have got that senior group, that will be really nice. One of the biggest keys of it is to have fun when you are playing. If you are not having fun, then why put all of this time into it.”

— Bill Alden

As Taylor Takes the Helm of PDS Boys’ Lacrosse, Panthers Determined to Maintain Winning Tradition

As Nick Taylor has taken the helm of the Princeton Day School boys’ lacrosse program, he has aimed to develop an upbeat atmosphere around the squad.

“Our focus was in the meeting with assistant coaches before the season was, all right, let’s keep it fresh, let’s keep it fun, let’s keep it simple,” said Taylor, who previously served as the head coach of the Haverford College men’s lax team and is succeeding Joe Moore. “Looking back at our first week, I am really happy with what we were able to accomplish because we hit those benchmarks.”

The Panther players have responded well to that positive approach.

“It has been a lot of fun for the guys, the energy has been high,” said Taylor, who is taking over a squad that went 15-7 last spring, winning the Prep B state title and advancing to the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Non-Public B state final.

“The guys are out early to practice, guys are staying after practice. I think they are soaking it up. I think that is the beauty of the culture of lacrosse at PDS, it has such a great history with so many great head coaches before me and so many good players who have come through. We really wanted to lean into that and make sure that it is a great experience for the guys this spring.”

Senior star and Marist

College commit Sebastian Rzeczycki brings energy and production to the PDS offense.

“Sebastian is a very hard worker, he is very humble,” said Taylor of Rzeczycki, who scored a team-high 108 points on 66 goals and 42 assists in 2023. “It shows, not only in the way he plays but the way he leads. It has been great for us to have him in the program and to showcase his qualities to the entire team. That is the beauty of his versatility — we can get him to places that we think are going to allow him to be most successful.”

Senior Matt Whittaker (12 goals, 11 assists in 2023) will also be a key to success for the Panthers this spring.

“Matt is committed to play for Vassar next year,” said Taylor. “He is super skilled, he is a really high IQ guy. He was out of the lineup last year for a time due to some transfer stuff. He is excited to have a full year with the team, he will be a staple at attack for sure.”

Taylor is also excited by the play of junior Hart Nowakoski (17 goals, 15 assists).

“Hart is similar to Sebastian, if Seb is playing attack, Hart might play midfield or vice versa,” said Taylor. “Hart’s game is very smooth. He is a smart lacrosse player, he is a smart student and works hard at his craft. You love to coach guys like that.”

A pair of veterans, senior Charlie Hogshire (14 goals,

21 assists) and junior Colton Simonds (2 goals), provide depth on attack also with freshman Tucker Seamens.

“Charlie will be floating through that group; Colton is hopefully a guy who will be back for us, I know he has played a good role on both sides of the offense,” said Taylor. “Tucker is a left-handed attacker who has had a really good first week. I would like to see him progress, he has shown some really good promise. He is definitely a lacrossefirst guy so we love to have him.”

In the midfield, sophomore Ethan Mack (1 goal) and junior Asher Lewis (2 goals, 1 assist, 237-of-383 face-offs) have been making progress.

“A lot of those guys will flex back and forth,” said Taylor. “A guy who played a lot of two-way midfield and showed some really good promise offensively is Ethan. He plays the game the right way, he plays with a really high motor. He cares deeply about being there for his teammates. He is an incredible young man that I think is really primed to have a breakout year. Asher was mostly a face-off guy last year, we will really lean on him to take the majority of our face-offs. I would expect him to see some time on both offense and defense.”

On defense, the quartet of junior Oren Yakoby, junior Wyatt Ewanchyna, senior Han Shin, and junior Griff Carmody will be leading way on the back line.

“We did graduate some great players and great leaders in that spot,” said Taylor. “We are fortunate that Oren is back, he will be a big contributor for us. Wyatt is going to play longstick midfield — we are really going to lean into his athleticism to create some havoc in that position. That is where a lot of our hockey guys shine too. Han was one of the captains for hockey. He has shown really nice promise with the long pole. Griff is a soccer, lacrosse guy and will see some time.”

At goalie, sophomore Jake Harrison will be looking to build on a superb freshman campaign that saw him make 197 saves and allow just 6.8 goals a game.

“Jake was a pleasant surprise for everyone, he was newer to the position and he had a monster year,” said Taylor, who has sophomore Charlie West and freshman Marshall Matyszczak serving as back-up goalies. “We are looking for him to be our guy as we move through the season. Jake is such a great athlete. That is the thing with his position, it takes a lot of skill but where Jake makes up with is his athleticism. He is such a good athlete, that has really helped.”

With PDS slated to host Lawrence High on April 2 in its season opener and then play at WW/P-South on April 4 before hosting the Peddie School on April 5 and Lawrenceville on April 9, Taylor realizes that it will take some time

for the Panthers to get into a groove.

“It is a lot of new for the guys, brand new coaches and a new voice,” said Taylor. “Any time you come into a situation that is new, you have to recognize that there is going to be some growing pains. The end goal is to be the best version of ourselves come May and June. It just takes time to mesh. Even as coaches you go in with a plan, people get injured or teams are playing it different than you thought they would and you have to adjust. It is a constant evaluation. There are going to be some ups and downs, so it is trying to remain present and playing our best lacrosse.”

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ON THE STICK: Princeton Day School boys’ lacrosse player Sebastian Rzeczycki , left, looks for an opening in a game last season. Senior star and Marist College commit Rzeczycki, who scored a team-high 108 points on 66 goals and 42 assists in 2023, figures to be the offensive catalyst again for the Panthers this spring. PDS, which is being guided by new head coach Nick Taylor, was slated to host Lawrence High on April 2 in its season opener and then play at WW/P-South on April 4 before hosting the Peddie School on April 5 and Lawrenceville on April 9. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)

Pennington

Baseball : Ray Heaton starred as Pennington defeated Blair Academy 13-5 last Saturday. Heaton had two hits with a run and an RBI and got the win in the mound with six strikeouts in four innings to help the Red Hawks improve to 1-1. Joe Lifsted and Braeden Leeds each has three hits to lead the batting attack in the victory. Pennington hosts the Hun School on April 3 and Lawrenceville on April 4 before playing at the Hill School (Pa.) on April 6 and at Lawrenceville on April 8.

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Bailey Basketball Academy Offering Spring Programs

The Bailey Basketball Academy (BBA) has announced the schedule for its upcoming spring hoops programs.

Participants will have an

opportunity for competitive travel play, individualized instruction, skills development, and fundamentals as well as league play. BBA is led by former Princeton Day School girls’ hoops coach and Philadelphia 76ers camp director and clinician Kamau Bailey.

The BBA spring program will include boys’ travel teams (2nd-8th grade), weekly practices, and the Shot King Shooting Program and Player Development Skill Sessions for elementary through high school players (boys and girls). BBA programs stress fundamentals and team play with emphasis on ball handling, shooting, passing, footwork, speed, agility, movement with and without the ball, one-on-one moves, defense, and other hoops skills.

Registration for the BBA spring teams and programs is now underway. The spring season skill development sessions for boys and girls will be held from on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The BBA boys’ team practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The BBA spring hoops program runs through

The Princeton Athletic Club (PAC) will be holding a 6,000-meter cross country run at the Institute Woods on April 13.

The 6,000-meter run starts at 10 a.m. from Princeton Friends School and is limited to 200 participants. The event is chip timed. All abilities are invited, including those who prefer to walk the course.

Online registration and full event details are available at princetonac.org.

The PAC is a nonprofit running club for the community. The club, an allvolunteer organization, promotes running for the fun and health of it and stages several running events each year.

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TURNING IT ON: Hun School baseball player Nico Amecangelo looks to turn a double play in action last season. Last Saturday, junior infielder Amecangelo chipped in two RBIs as Hun defeated Lawrenceville 10-0 in its season opener. In upcoming action, the Raiders play at the Pennington School on April 3, host the Hill School (Pa) on April 5, play at the Landon School (Md.) and at Jackson-Reed High School (Washington D.C.) on April 6, and then at the Peddie School on April 9. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)

Christian Stewart Perry

Christian Stewart Perry, 39, died on March 25, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.

Christian was born in New York City in 1984 and moved to Princeton the following year with his parents Jim Perry and Hetty Baiz. He attended Princeton public schools, Bard College at Simon’s Rock where he received an associate’s degree in 2002, and the University of Chicago earning a bachelor’s degree in 2006. He also spent a year in Japan as an exchange student and became fluent in Japanese.

Following college Christian moved to San Francisco where he founded SF Beta, a company that organized events in the tech industry. He used this model to form similar tech networking groups in Colorado, New York City, Boston, Portland, Ore., and Dublin, Ireland. He was most recently employed by Narvar Corporation as a software engineer. Christian had a wonderfully entrepreneurial spirit and was politically active. Some in Princeton may remember, following the 2000 election, he organized a large group to travel to Washington to protest the inauguration of George W. Bush. He was 15. During that same time period he worked after school for Princeton University designing websites and providing tech assistance to the University Press. Christian was an avid reader, and loved to cook and play the Irish flute. He was passionate about technology, had a wonderful sense of humor and a unique way of looking at the world.

In addition to growing up in Princeton, Christian also had strong family ties to Princeton University. He counted as alumni his greatgrandfather Alexander Stewart 1898, his grandfather Robert M. Perry ’32, and his great-uncle James M. Stewart ’32, among others.

Besides his loving parents, Christian is survived by his brother Alex Perry and sister-in-law Amelia Kingston of Brooklyn, NY; uncles/ aunts David and Sue Perry of Putney, Vt., Ethan and Ginny Perry of Erwinna, Pa, and Jason Perry of Englewood, Ohio.

Services will be private.

The family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of contributions to Bard College at Simon’s Rock to support scholarships for current and future students.

Donations may be made to the College’s General Scholarship Fund via an online form or check mailed

to: Bard College at Simon’s Rock, Attn: Office of Institutional Advancement, 84 Alford Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230. Please indicate contributions are made in memory of Christian Perry. For questions, please email advancement@simons-rock. edu or call (413) 528-7622.

Norman C. Van Arsdalen

An Official and a Gentleman (and so much more)

Norman Charles Van Arsdalen, 96, of Princeton passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at Brandywine Living in Haddonfield, NJ. Norman was born in Milltown, NJ, to Isaac Voorhees Van Arsdalen and Marguerite Sohl, on August 19, 1927. He married the love of his life, Thelma Marie Svendsen (Teddie) on August 13, 1949, and they celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary in August 2021 prior to her passing on January 7, 2022.

Norman is survived by two sons Keith N. Van Arsdalen and his wife Grace, and Scott C. Van Arsdalen and his wife Patricia. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Richard Pfaff and three nephews William Pfaff, Jeffrey Pfaff, and Robert Pfaff; and his nephew John W. Osborn Ill. He has eight grandchildren, Jennifer Van Arsdalen, Christine Van Arsdalen, Bryce Van Arsdalen, Leigh Manley, Jill Ferry, Kyle Van Arsdalen, Chase Van Arsdalen, and Mia Van Arsdalen, and many greatgrandchildren. He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.

Norman graduated from New Brunswick High School June 21, 1945. Too young for military service, he joined the United States Maritime Service July 6, 1945, sailing on a coal-carrying steam ship to North Africa. After returning and taking a semester of college classes, he was drafted and inducted into the U.S. Army: C Battery, 13th Field Artillery Battalion, 24th Division, on September 10, 1946. He received the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal-Japan, and an Honorable Discharge. While serving, his swimming prowess placed him on the Army All-Japan swim team.

After the Army, Norman returned to the Panzer College of Education and Hygiene receiving a Bachelor of Science in Education in August 1949. He married Teddie the next day. He was recognized later for Distinguished Professional Leadership with the Award of Honor from the Panzer Alumni Association of Montclair State College. He was hired by the Princeton Township School system as a Physical Education teacher for the 1949-1950 school year and retired from the Princeton Schools in 1989 after 40 years of continuous service and numerous roles. A Portrait feature in the Princeton Packet in 1965 suggested, “Ask for ‘Mr. Van,’ They Know Who He Is,” noting that “the name not only refers to a teacher but is a mark of affection and respect.” He loved teaching Phys Ed; loved coaching soccer, basketball, and baseball (and occasionally track, golf, and softball); and he loved all the kids. During his tenure in the school system, he obtained a master’s degree

from Rutgers University and at times served not only as a teacher and coach but also as the Athletic Director and finally as a Vice-Principal in charge of discipline at Princeton High School. After his retirement, a Princeton Packet “Guest Column” authored by two former students, Richard C. Woodbridge and James W. Firestone, wrote that, “There aren’t many people who make a profound impression on a person’s life — but Mr. Van did.” They further noted that, “The most remarkable thing about Mr. Van is that he not only taught basic values, he lived them.” He had a deep and lasting impact on hundreds of students, many of whom returned after graduation just to see him and express their gratitude.

Early in his teaching career, Norm had several interesting and fairly unique experiences. First, after establishing himself in Princeton, along with his father Ike, his father-in-law Louis Svendsen, his two brothersin-law Richard Pfaff and Jack Osborn II, and many other family members and friends, he built the family home on Province Line Road behind the Ettl Farm. The home was a source of pride and an incredible place for a family to live and grow.

Second, quoting in part from the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission book dated January 31, 1955: “Norman C. Van Arsdalen, aged twenty-seven, school physical education instructor, saved Joyce E. Humphrey and Ruth D. Walsh from drowning, Normandy Beach, N.J., September 2, 1954. While swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, Miss Humphrey and Miss Walsh were caught in a strong irregular undertow and swept into deep water at a steadily increasing speed.... Van Arsdalen entered the water ... swimming three hundred and seventy-five feet from shore through rough whitecapped surf, he overtook Miss Humphrey ... and towed her two hundred feet to wadable water Although he was tiring rapidly, Van Arsdalen swam to the breaker-line and thence parallel to it for almost a thousand feet. He located ... an opening in the breakers, continued thirteen hundred feet through waves ten feet high, and reached Miss Walsh. After resting for five minutes, Van Arsdalen began towing Miss Walsh toward shore.... Repeatedly they were buffeted and submerged by the waves, Van Arsdalen several times losing his hold on Miss Walsh. Crossing the breaker-line with difficulty, he swam towing Miss Walsh to wadable water and carried her to shore.”

For these acts of heroism, he humbly was awarded the Carnegie Medal of Honor and received other recognition, little of which he ever spoke about.

Many the world over know that Norm had a passion for sports and particularly a passion for officiating or refereeing football and basketball. Locally he concentrated on high school football for 35 years and nationally and internationally on collegiate level basketball for 33 years. He was known for fairness, integrity, and impartiality by coaches and players alike. He was recognized by his peers for these

same traits, as well as for excellent judgement and a complete understanding of the game, rising to the upper echelon of officials on and off the field and/or court.

Norm’s refereeing experience included many memorable events and opportunities. While refereeing the Thanksgiving Day rivalry between New Brunswick High School (his alma mater) and South River High School (his wife’s alma mater), his unsportsmanlike conduct call against the South River Band for blowing their horns while set up in the end-zone, after being warned not to do so as the New Brunswick team worked their way down field to that same end-zone, got national recognition, not to mention making for an interesting Thanksgiving dinner.

On the basketball court, Norman refereed in all the national tournaments and venues including the NCAA tournaments, the NIT and the Holiday Festival in Madison Square Garden, The Palestra, several conference finals, and the Olympic Trials. In 1966, he accompanied the University of Kentucky under Adolph Rupp to Israel for the International University Basketball Championship. He had the honor of refereeing the Heidelberg, Germany, team versus the Tel Aviv, Israel team, the first ever sporting event for a German team on Israeli soil. Other international opportunities included tournaments in Greece, Iran, El Salvador, and Japan.

After putting away the striped shirts, he remained active in local and national sports associations including the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), the New Jersey Football Officials Association (NJFOA), the Collegiate Basketball Officials Association (CBOA), and the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials (IAABO). He served on many committees of these associations, as the rules interpreter, as a mechanics instructor, as an assigner and reviewer of officials, and as President. He has received numerous awards and honors including induction into the Princeton High School Hall of Fame, the Mercer County Basketball Hall of Fame, the National High School Sports Hall of Fame, and Life Membership in the Officials Club of the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame.

Norm was also “Hon,” Dad, Pop, Pop-pop — loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-grandfather. Just as he had a broad and lasting positive effect on so many as described above, his love and impact were concentrated even more within the immediate and extended family. He was a tireless provider ensuring that his family, especially his children, had more than he had growing up; and the hardest worker, never missing a day at school after refereeing a basketball game 200 miles away, midweek in the dead of winter, or working two jobs in the summer. He made sure that the family could spend the entire summer “at the beach.” As a kid growing up there, he had personal knowledge of the history of the Shore and of Camp Osborn and an

encyclopedic knowledge of the sea, the bay, the tides, the birds and fish, seining, fishing, crabbing, and clamming. He knew old tricks of the trade from experience and the nuances of all these activities and was eager and patient in passing along these skills and knowledge. He taught every child and grandchild how to swim and body-surf, activities that were shared and enjoyed with him well into his eighties.

He enjoyed all aspects of fishing — reading about fishing, fishing off the dock, fishing in the surf, fishing off the boat, fishing alone, or fishing with company, and, whether catching fish or not. He taught everyone to bait a hook, to keep the rod tip up when reeling in a fish and how to filet the day’s catch. His boat, the Reel Daze, spent more time off the mooring than moored, and most often, some type of fresh caught fish (fried with curled tails) made for a delicious meal.

At all times, he guided the family by example. He treated everyone with respect, fairness, and kindness. He was soft spoken and rarely raised his voice, and even more rarely expressed or even showed any disappointment if one did his or her best and/or tried their hardest. He was a virtuous man who lived his life as anyone would ideally live. He simply did what was right.

Most of all, he was the epitome of undying love for a spouse, of unconditional love for sons with equal love for their spouses, and a mixture of love and pride and hope for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His respect for life and love of life touched so many over all his years, from family members to students long ago, to most recently the assisted-living staff who provided such good care to him. “Norm is quite a man,” they would say, even as his life became more difficult and limited. To the very end, he remained true to himself.

Above all else, remember that twinkle in his eye and that boyish grin!

A Visitation will be held from 9–11 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, at MatherHodge Funeral Home, 40 Vandeventer Avenue Princeton, NJ 08542. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Mather-Hodge Funeral Home 40 Vandeventer Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08542. Burial will follow in Princeton Cemetery, 29 Greenview Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Joan Riopelle Ellis

Joan Riopelle Ellis, 95, died on February 29, 2024 with her son, Gregory, and daughter, Maria, at her side in San Antonio, Texas.

Joan was born and raised in

Toledo, Ohio. After graduating from St. Ursula Academy, Joan attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri, where she met her future husband, Bill Ellis, a University of Missouri engineering student and former WWII naval officer. During a Columbus Day Party at Stephens, Joan spotted Bill — the cute guy by the Victrola — and the rest is history. Joan was an active member of Tri Delta Sorority at Toledo University where she graduated with two bachelor’s degrees in education. Joan modeled for the John Robert Powers Modeling Agency in Manhattan and was photographed by famed fashion photographer Richard Avedon. Joan taught elementary school before getting married on November 17, 1951. During more than 65 years of marriage, Joan and Bill lived in Haddonfield, New Jersey; Columbus, Ohio; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Princeton, New Jersey; and Osprey, Florida.

In Columbus, Joan worked part-time writing a weekly column with her own byline in the Columbus PostDispatch while raising their three children. In Pittsburgh, the family lived in Fox Chapel and Joan was President of the CarnegieMellon University Women’s Club, on the Shadyside Hospital Hospitality Board, and a volunteer crisis counselor.

In Princeton, Joan and Bill jointly operated University Associates of Princeton offering professional education programs in the U.S. and Europe. Joan and Bill shared a passion for travel and enjoyed many wonderful trips and adventures around the world. They loved to entertain friends and family in the Princeton house they designed and built. Joan started Design Concepts designing brass ornaments featuring local Princeton landmarks. During their 40-year tenure in Princeton, Joan and Bill were active supporters of Princeton Art Museum, Historical Society of Princeton, Morven Museum and Garden, Drumthwacket Foundation, Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, and Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart.

In 2015, they moved to The Oaks Club in Osprey.

After Bill died, Joan started a group of single Oaks members. She found friendship, support, and community in this Thursday dinner group, which continues to live on and build community. In June 2023, Joan moved to The Lodge at Leon Springs in San Antonio. She enjoyed being close to family, visiting granddaughters, welcoming her great-grandson, singing along with T.J. at the clubhouse, and exploring restaurants, wineries, and breweries with Greg.

Daughter of the late Marie and Walter Riopelle of Toledo, wife of the late William Woodrum Ellis, and mother of the late Jeffry Riopelle Ellis, Joan is survived by her children Gregory and Maria; grandchildren Keith, Sara, Sophie, Elyssa, and Heather; great-grandchild Rafael; daughters-in-law Kathleen and Delores; and son-in-law Jeffrey.

The Power of Decluttering: Enhancing Real Estate Listings with Professional Photos

In the realm of real estate, first impressions are paramount, especially in the digital landscape dominated by online listings. Professional photography plays a pivotal role in attracting potential buyers, but it's the often overlooked step of decluttering that truly sets a property apart. Before showcasing a home through professional lenses, decluttering becomes essential.

Beyond mere aesthetics, decluttering before professional photos helps a property stand out in a competitive market. Clearing away excess items not only enhances the visual appeal of a space but also allows potential buyers to envision themselves living there more easily. By maximizing space and highlighting a home's potential, decluttering sets the stage for a successful sale.

Ultimately, decluttering isn't just about creating visually appealing images it's about creating an emotional connection with potential buyers. A clutter free environment feels inviting and allows buyers to picture themselves making the house their home. Therefore, before scheduling a photo shoot for a real estate listing, investing time and effort into decluttering can make all the difference, leading to stunning photographs and a faster, more successful sale.

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