By: centraljersey.com
Facing job loss
As the recession continues, those let go from jobs continue to face challenges. Jean Baur, whose book "Eliminated: Now What? Finding Your Way From Job Loss Crisis to Career Resilience," addresses those problems, will speak at Princeton Public Library at 7 p.m.
Ms. Baur’s book deals with the emotions associated with job loss. The book reinforces key concepts through case studies about real people who rebounded from sudden unemployment. Ms. Baur teaches people how to view the loss of a job as an opportunity rather than a crippling dilemma. She reveals steps to overcome obstacles and be resilient in any economy.
Ms. Baur is a Senior Consultant with the outplacement firm, Lee Hecht Harrison. She has partnered with thousands of clients to help them overcome job loss and recession-proof their careers. She designs and delivers workshops to improve clients’ interviewing and overall search skills. Ms. Baur’s appearance is co-sponsored by the library and NJ Unemployed.
All Princeton Public Library programs are free and open to the public. The library is in the Sands Library Building at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton Borough.
On the Web: www.princetonlibrary.
Thursday, Jan. 6
Culture and politics
Simon Morrison, Professor of Music at Princeton University, specializing in Russian and French music, author of "The People’s Artist: Prokofiev’s Soviet Years," will discuss Sergei Prokofiev’s career and the peculiar histories of his masterpieces, "Peter and the Wolf" and "Romeo and Juliet," along with some other, lesser-known works of his, including the work he composed for Stalin’s birthday.
The lecture considers the problems associated with the performance of works, sometimes famous works, with disturbing political messages, while also considering issues of musical censorship.
The event begins at 10 a.m. in The Jewish Center of Princeton, located at 435 Nassau St., Princeton. Admission is free,
On the Web: www.princetonol.com/groups/55plus.
Saturday, Jan. 8
He’s magical!
The West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South Student Council is sponsoring a Magic Show at 7 p.m. to benefit children battling cancer in hospitals all over the nation. Chad Juros, the youngest magician ever to perform at the White House, will be featured. A leukemia survivor, Chad now travels the state, telling his story and performing in order to gather support for these children.
The show will take place at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South in the new theater. Tickets are $7 at the door and can be purchased for $5 prior to the performance. For tickets, e-mail your name and ticket request to [email protected].
– Michael Redmond

