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"Translating Nature:" Recent Works by Joy Kreves. The artist will present a talk about the exhibit of two and three-dimensional mixed-media work, some integrating her original handwritten poems. 7 p.m. Free. Rider University Art Gallery, Bart Luedeke Center on the Rider University campus, 2083 Lawrenceville Road. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission to all events is free. On the Web: www.rider.edu/artgallery.
Free Legal Consultations: The Mercer County Bar Association Lawyers Care program is offering free 15-minute consultations with an attorney. Attorneys will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to answer questions regarding family law, wills and estates, bankruptcy and other areas of the law. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. For more information, call 609-585-6200 or visit www.mercerbar.com.
Sat., Oct. 9
LIMBO Jewelry & Yard Sale: Jewelry & Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lawrence High School cafeteria will help underwrite music programs and a trip for 50 music students from LHS to attend the The French Quarter Festival in New Orleans in April 2011. The jewelry includes semi-precious stones, sterling, costume, turquoise, and vintage. The yard sale features furniture, housewares, china, silver, electronics, family clothing, holiday collections, toys, books, sports equipment and pool supplies. To learn more, go to www.LIMBONJ.org.
Yard Sale: Morris Hall is having a yard sale between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Morris Hall parking lot, located at 1 Bishops’ Drive. Enjoy entertainment, refreshments, buy some goods. All proceeds will go to benefit the residents’ treat fund. For more info, call Toni at 609-896-0006, ext. 2615.
Crochet Demonstration: Needlecrafter Margaret Woo will demonstrate how to crochet in the library’s lobby area. She will answer any questions you have about crocheting. 1 p.m. Free, Lawrence library.
"Home Is Where the Heart Is": Lawrenceville Main Street Artists’ Network will host its monthly Second Saturday Reception at the Gallery, 2683 Main St. (corner of Gordon Avenue). "Home Is Where The Heart Is": Birdhouse, Treehouse, Cape Cod, or Colonial, Whatever the place, Home is where the heart is. Live jazz by Barry Wilcox, keyboardist, and Lady "D", vocalist. Refreshments. 4 to 7 p.m. Free. Sponsored by Weidel Realty. On the Web: www.lmsartistsnetwork.com. Phone 609-647-1815.
Sun., Oct. 10
Lawrenceville Farmers Market: Lawrenceville Fuel parking lot, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., every Sunday through October. Vendors: Griggstown Quail Farm; Valley Shephard Creamery; Terhune Orchards; WoodsEdge Wool Farms; Catherine’s Vegan Sweet; Hlubick Farms; Davidson’s Exotic Mushrooms; Z-Food Farms; Stults Farm; Village Bakery. Live music by JP3 Band.
"400 Years of Mapping New Jersey": Maxine N. Lurie and Michael Siegel, editors of "Mapping New Jersey: An Evolving Landscape," published in 2009 by Rutgers University Press. The history of New Jersey cartography shows the increasing geographic knowledge of map makers over time, as well as the impacts of scientific methods and evolving technology. Rider University, Science and Technology Center, Lecture Hall 102. 2 p.m. Free. Open to the public.
Steinway Society recital: Greater Princeton Steinway Society presents Beatrice Long, pianist. Works by Beethoven, Liszt, Prokofiev and Cyril Scott. 3 p.m. Recital Hall of Jacobs Music, 2540 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence. Admission is $18, $10 for full-time students. On the Web: www.steinwaysocietyprinceton.org. The box office opens at Jacobs Music 30 minutes before each musicale. Seating is limited.
Taste of Lawrenceville: "Our Bountiful Fields" is the theme of the fifth annual Taste of Lawrenceville, taking place from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Abbott Dining Center of the Lawrenceville School. The event, to benefit Lawrenceville Main Street (LMS), will offer a tasting of seasonal delicacies from Lawrenceville eateries and local farms as well as a tasting of wines from Renault Winery. Tickets: $45 per person at the Lawrenceville Main Street Office, 17 Phillips Ave., or by calling 609-219-9300. Tickets also may be purchased at the Village Bakery, 2 Gordon Ave., and at Chambers Walk Cafe, 2667 Main St.
Tues., Oct. 12
Non-Fiction Book Club: "What Muslims Believe" by John Bowker. Drawing on interviews with Muslims across the broad spectrum of Islamic thought, this book offers an insightful introduction to a major world faith. A living testimony to the rich diversity of Islam, Professor Bowker’s interviewees provide thought-provoking commentary on a wide range of issues, from the interpretation of Qur’an and the nature of Islamic law to the role of women and the concept of holy war. 2:30 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Refreshments will be served. Registration suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email [email protected].
Get into Step: Get into Step combines the benefits of aerobic exercise with the rhythm and fun of dancing. Get moving with certified fitness trainer Maria Okros. The class begins with an aerobic warm up and is followed by a simple, easy-to-follow routine that will keep you moving for a great workout. 5 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Space is limited. Registration required, 609-989-6920, or email [email protected]. Future sessions: Oct. 19, 5 p.m.
Book Clubs for Dummies: Get reading group tips from librarians Ann Kerr and Karen Siracusa, who have helped develop book groups at the library. They will share their ideas on keeping your book group fun and inclusive, selecting books for spirited discussion and the basics of book group leadership. Participants will also be able to share their own successes and favorite books in this open forum. 7 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Refreshments will be served. Call 609-989-6920 or email Ann Kerr, [email protected].
Wed., Oct. 13
New Jersey History through Tombstones: Graveyards can be spooky and scary places. Learn how headstones record our unique history and culture from "New Jersey Cemeteries and Tombstones" author-historians Richard Veit and Mark Nonestied who will speak about their use of gravemarkers to tell an off-beat account of New Jersey’s history. 7 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Lecture presented in conjunction with the Lawrenceville Historical Society. Registration suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email [email protected].
Thurs., Oct. 14
Holt-Siprelle Debate: 12th District incumbent Rep. Rush Holt and Republican challenger Scott Sipprelle will hold their first public debate at 11:45 a.m. in Rider University’s Sweigart Auditorium in the Anne Brossman Sweigart Hall (College of Business Administration). For parking, use SOUTH entrance. Doors open at 11:15 a.m.; doors close promptly at 11:40 a.m.; the program begins at 11:45 a.m. The one-hour debate is co-sponsored by the Rebovich Institute for NJ Politics at Rider University and the Leagues of Women Voters of Hopewell Valley, Lawrence Township, and the Princeton Area. A limited number of free tickets are available to the public, 609-924-7004.
Foreign Films at Your Library: "Only When I Dance" (2009). This film is a documentary about two young dancers who try to dance their way out of the notorious slums of Rio de Janiero. Portuguese with English subtitles. Not rated. 78 minutes. 6:30 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Refreshments will be served. Registration suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email [email protected].
Poetry Circle: American poet Wallace Stevens (1879-1955) spent most of his days behind an office desk as an insurance executive. He composed his poems while commuting to and from his office and received widespread recognition just one year before his death. Pick up a packet of selected poems from the Reference Desk. 7 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Seating is limited. To reserve space, please call Ann Kerr at 609-989-6922 or email [email protected].
Fri., Oct. 15
Slackwood Presbyterian Rummage Sale: Women’s Association of Slackwood Presbyterian Church at 2020 Brunswick Ave. presents annual Rummage Sale Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Questions, 609-392-3258.
‘Eyes on Mercer’: The Artists’ Network, a project of Lawrenceville Main Street, is supporting "Eyes on Mercer," the countywide celebration of local arts, culture and history taking place from Oct. 5-17, organized by the Mercer Country Cultural and Heritage Commission. The Lawrenceville Artists will host three events at their Gallery, 2683 Main Street: "Through the Eyes of Butterflies," Oct. 15, 7 to 9 p.m., workshop for kids to create a mask or decorate their own T-shirt, led by Tiffany Wilner, $5; "Rain Barrel Painting Demonstration," Oct. 17, noon to 2 p.m., Network member artists will be painting rain barrels outside the Gallery, free; "Unleash Your Inner Artist!" Oct. 17, 2 to 4 p.m., an adult project to create a community art project that will be displayed at the Gallery, led by Libby Ramage, free.
Meditation Circle: Stress and a fast-paced life see many of us seeking alternative ways of escape. Slow down and join Reference Librarian Ann Kerr and reduce stress using meditation. Light stretching at the beginning of the meditation hour will relax your muscles and allow you to be more comfortable and focused. 2:30 p.m. Free. Lawrence library. Registration suggested, 609-989-6920, or email Ann Kerr at [email protected].

