Tues., Oct. 5

By: centraljersey.com
Princeton Garden Statesmen Barbershop Chorus: In concert at the Plainsboro Public Library. 7:30 p.m. Free. On the Web: www.princetongardenstatesmen.com/Plainsboro.htm.
Wed., Oct. 6
"The Reversal": Best-selling crime fiction writer Michael Connelly joins Princeton Barnes & Noble for the release of his newest legal thriller, "The Reversal," which brings characters Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller together. 7 p.m. Free. Princeton Barnes & Noble, MarketFair Mall, 3535 Route1 southy, West Windsor. Seating beguns at 6 p.m.
Citizenship Preparation Classes: The Latin American Task Force will offer free Citizenship Classes to prepare immigrants for the Naturalization Interview required as part of the process of becoming a U.S. citizen. U.S. history and civics will be taught, and Basic English necessary for the interview will be reviewed. An Immigration Attorney will be visiting the classes to discuss what to expect, as well as to answer questions. The classes will meet Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Princeton Public Library, beginning with registration Oct. 6. The Citizenship Classes are co-sponsored by the Latin American Task Force and the Princeton Public Library. For more information, call 609-393-4900, ext. 14.
Central Jersey Orchid Society: Bayard Saraduke, co-chair of Orchids for the Philadelphia Flower Show, will discuss techniques and practical experiences in the construction of new greenhouses and the rebuilding of an existing greenhouse. 7:30 p.m. Free. Open to all. D&R Greenway Land Trust at the Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, off Rosedale Road, Princeton. On the Web: www.centraljerseyorchids.org.
Thurs., Oct 7
Princeton Farmers Market: Hinds Community Plaza on Witherspoon Street, adjacent to the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeron Borough.11 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine, every Thursday through Oct. 28. A wide variety of fruits and vegetables, goods and products. For more information and future events, visit www.princetonfarmersmarket.com.
55PLUS: "What is Influenza’s Story?" will be the topic of a presentation by Warren I. Schaeffer, Ph.D., when 55PLUS meets at 10 a.m. at the Jewish Center of Princeton, 435 Nassau St. What is it about the biology of the influenza virus that makes it such a problem year after year? Why, in 2009, after 91 years, did the world become alarmed about the 1918 influenza virus that caused the death of millions in that pandemic? Dr. Schaeffer will discuss all of the above, beginning with a presentation of actual "on-the-scene" material from 1918. Free. Open to the public. On the Web: www.princetonol.com/groups/55plus.
"Shopping While Black": Shaun L. Gabbidon, Distinguished Professor of Criminal Justice in the School of Public Affairs at Penn State University, Harrisburg, will present "Shopping While Black: Understanding and Combating Consumer Racial Profiling," from noon to 1 p.m. at Mercer County Community College, Communications Building, CM 110, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Free and open to the public. On the Web: www.mccc.edu/events
"End the War": As the ninth anniversary of the Afghanistan war is reached, the Coalition for Peace Action presents a vigil on Palmer Square in Princeton. 5 to 6 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring posters and/or banners, and some will be provided by CFPA. Literature giving reasons to oppose the war will also be distributed. For more info, call the CFPA at 609-924-5022 or visit www.peacecoalition.org. Princeton Borough Council, 7:30 p.m., Borough Hall.
Fri., Oct. 8
"Diabetes, High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease."Are you at risk for kidney disease? Uncontrolled blood pressure and diabetes are the two most common causes of kidney disease in the U.S. Learn more about how high blood pressure and high blood sugar affect kidney function and ways you can help protect your kidneys. Presented by Seema Basi, M.D,, nephrologist. 12 noon. Free. Bring lunch. Beverage & dessert provided. Presented by the Princeton Senior Resource Center in the Suzanne Patterson Building, behind Princeton Borough Hall. Co-sponsored by Princeton HealthCare System. RSVP: 609-924-7108.
Sat., Oct. 9
Note: The Princeton Public Library will be closed all day in preparation for a celebratory weekend marking its 100th birthday.
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South Annual Community Flea Market, taking place at the school’s main parking lot, 346 Clarksville Road, West Windsor, rain or shine, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Proceeds support scholarships, Post Prom, school clubs and other PTSA activities.
Montgomery Friends Farmers’ Market: Village Shopper Parking Lot, Route 206. Saturdays through Oct. 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m,
West Windsor Community Farmers’ Market. Vaughn Drive parking lot, Princeton Junction Train Station, Saturdays through Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; 609-577-5113; www.westwindsorfarmersmarket.org.
Fall Harvest Festival at Terhune Orchards: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Farm Market, "Farmer’s Hidden Helpers," Adventure Barn, pumpkin picking and painting, farm wagon rides, pony rides, corn stalk maze, country food, live music – Riverside, Saturday; Beth Coleman Band, Sunday. Admission free. Repeated Sunday, Oct. 3, and every weekend through Halloween. Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence. On the Web: www.terhuneorchards.com.
"The Most Powerful Idea in the World": Author William Rosen discusses and signs his latest book, "The Most Powerful Idea in the World" (Random House), a "fascinating look into the advent of the Industrial Revolution through the people and events surrounding the invention of the steam engine." 3 p.m. Free. Borders Books & Music, 601 Nassau Park Blvd., West Windsor. 609-514-0040.
Sun., Oct. 10
Princeton Public Library Centennial Celebration: "10.10.10 birthday party," a community event that includes music, entertainment, costumed characters from children’s literature, and a giant birthday cake and cupcakes with samples for everyone. 1 to 5 p.m. at locations inside the library and outside on Hinds Plaza. Free. On the Web: www.princetonlibrary.org.
Open Day at Schenck House: The Historical Society of West Windsor presents a special exhibit at the 1790-1830 Schenck House, located at 50 Southfield Road. "Dressing Up to Visit Grandma" will display children’s clothing of the 20th century, from infant to grade school, both boy’s and girl’s. Featured will be the smocked and uniquely decorated dresses by Polly Flinders that you, your children or your grandma wore. 1 to 4 p.m. Self-guided tour. Free – donations are appreciated. Special tours can also be arranged by phoning Mary Schenck at 609-799-1278.
Chess Tournament: Kids’ Stuff, noon to 5 p.m., Hyatt Place Princeton, next to Princeton MarketFair, 3565 US Highway 1, West Windsor. Open to all K-8 graders of all levels. All players will receive a medal or trophy. Pre-registration by Oct. 8 at NJChess.com. Submit the form and bring $30 (cash or check) to the site. On-site registration will cost $40. For more info, write to [email protected] or visit www.njchess.com.
"Autumnal Strains": The Westminster Community Orchestra, under the direction of Ruth Ochs, will open its season with a concert titled "Autumnal Strains" at 3 p.m. in Princeton University’s Richardson Auditorium. The program will feature Glazunov’s "Autumn" from "The Seasons," Schubert’s Symphony No. 8 in B Minor, "Unfinished." and Brahms’ Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A Minor, featuring Ileana Ciumac, violin, and Tomasz Rzeczycki, cello. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students and senior citizens. Tickets: 609-258-9220 or www.princeton.edu/utickets.
Organ Spectacular III: "Ten Pieces for Ten Fingers and Ten Toes on 10/10/10": The American Guild of Organists, Central New Jersey Chapter, presents Princeton University organist Eric Plutz in free recital at 3 p.m. in St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church, 214 Nassau St., Princeton. "A musical journey to showcase the many moods and soundscapes" of the church’s historic four-manual 65-rank instrument, built by Ernest Skinner in 1925 for the Recital Hall of the Peabody Conservatory of Music, Baltimore. Reception to follow. Free parking is available to the rear of the church and can be reached from Moore Street, Moran Avenue, or the church driveway.
Book Signing: "What’s Love Got To Do With It: The Case for Same Sex Marriage." Join Assemblyman Reed Gusicora for an Afternoon Tea and Book Signing with the authors of "What’s Love Got To Do With It: The Case for Same Sex Marriage," State Senators Raymond J. Lesniak and Loretta Weinberg. 3 p.m. To RSVP, contact Amy at 908-963-4413. Suggested donation $20.
Mon., Oct. 11
Princeton Township Committee Candidates’ Forum, moderated by the League of Women Voters in collaboration with The Princeton Packet, Princeton Community Television, and AllPrinceton, will be broadcast live on Comcast Channel 30 and Verizon’s FIOS Channel 45 and streamed at centraljersey.com and allprinceton.com. 7 to 8 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 12
"Help! I am retiring soon. What do I need to know about Medicare?" Deborah Breslin, Program Director, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), Division of Aging and Community Services, will present an introduction to Medicare: what it is, how it is administered, eligibility and enrollment periods. She will explain the "Original" Medicare (Parts A and B), and the various types of plans in Medicare Advantage (Part C) Medicare HMOs, PPOs, SNPs, PFFS plans. She will also discuss Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D), and provide resources for all of these programs. 7 p.m. Free. Presented by the Princeyon Senior Resource Center at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton Borough.
"Tofu, Tempeh, & Seitan": An autumn feast featuring the Fab Vegan Three. Rochelle Blank-Zimmer, CHHC, promises to "prepares dishes so good they’ll make even carnivores swoon." On the menu: Grilled Seitan Skewers drizzled with a sweet and tart dressing; Baked Spiced Tofu on a bed of seasonal veggie-quinoa pilaf; Cornmeal-crusted Tempeh with garlicky greens. Demonstration and talk, 7 to 9 p.m. $25. Whole Foods Market, 3495 Route 1 South, West Windsor. Registration required: 609-799-2919.
Princeton Garden Statesmen Barbershop Chorus: In concert at the Plainsboro Public Library. 7:30 p.m. Free. On the Web: www.princetongardenstatesmen.com/Plainsboro.htm.
PMUG: Princeton Macintosh Users’ Group presents Steve Zalot, Senior Systems Engineer with Apple Inc., in discussion of Aperture 3 from Apple, Professional Photo Software. 7:30 p.m. Free. Open to all. Computer Science Building, Room 104, Olden Street, Princeton University. See http://pmug-nj.org/ for map and directions.PMUG also provides a monthly Intermediate special interest group (a cozier Q&A session that’s very popular) in smaller nearby room and a beginners’ special interest group. Both meet at 6:30 before the general meeting.
Thurs., Oct. 14
Princeton Borough Council, 7:30 p.m., Borough Hall.
Mon., Oct. 18
Princeton Township Committee, 7 p.m., Municipal Building.
Tues., Oct. 26
Montgomery Zoning Board of Adjustment special meeting, 7:30 p.m., Municipal Building, Court Room.
Princeton Regional School District, 8 p.m., John Witherspoon School.
Thurs., Oct. 28
Princeton Borough Council, 7:30 p.m., Borough Hall.
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