Category: lifestyle/the_princeton_packet

  • PRINCETON: SCENES: Opera New Jersey: Something to sing about

    PRINCETON: SCENES: Opera New Jersey: Something to sing about

    By Christian Kirkpatrick Special Writer     Opera New Jersey had a lot to sing about Oct. 17 at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. Guests at its fifth annual Celebrate Opera Gala remembered its acclaimed 2009 season and looked forward to 2010 with an evening of wine and song.     Throughout dinner guests enjoyed a concert- worth…

  • PRINCETON: SCENES: Opera New Jersey: Something to sing about

    PRINCETON: SCENES: Opera New Jersey: Something to sing about

    Flanking William H. Scheide and Judith McCartin Scheide, center, are Denyce Graves and Lisa Altman, left, and Scott Altman, right. Opera New Jersey/ Jeff Reeder

  • Republicans politicize Skillman Village issue

    Brad Fay, Montgomery Township Committee    When I started in town government three years ago, I was impressed by the degree to which the Township Committee functioned in a bipartisan manner.    Differences of opinion were usually worked out, and the end result was often excellent.    One example was the environmental clean-up near the Village School,…

  • Carter and Caliguire best for Montgomery

    Kathleen F. Addis of Montgomery    Our family moved to Montgomery Township 11 years ago and has been neighbors of Thom Carter and his family since we bought our home in 1999.    Anyone who really knows Thom knows him to be a person of integrity and one who doesn’t hold back when he is passionate…

  • Supporting Hersh in West Windsor

    Hemi Nae of West Windsor     West Windsor will be facing many crucial decisions in the next few years.    These decisions would determine whether it will retain its appeal as a vibrant community and a beautiful township or deteriorate into blight. West Windsor needs a new council member who will be able to analyze complex…

  • CANDIDATE’S LETTER: Princeton Borough Council

    Linda Sipprelle, Republican     If you are a Princeton Borough voter and are happy with the way Borough Council determines your property taxes, Princeton University’s contribution to the civic budget and its proposed “arts neighborhood,” fees and regulations imposed on local businesses and indecision on consolidation, you should not vote for me for Borough Council.…

  • CANDIDATE’S LETTER: West Windsor Township Council

    Andrew Hersh     I like Diane Ciccone.    My run for council has never been about beating Diane. My run for council is about serving you, the community of West Windsor.    I happen to have the background, resourceful energy and leadership skills that West Windsor needs, and I want to help. The choice is between “well-intended”…

  • Geevers and Khanna endorse Ciccone in WW

    Linda Geevers and Karmal Khanna of West Windsor     We enthusiastically endorse Diane Ciccone for West Windsor Council.    Diane Ciccone is an avid community volunteer who has the experience and temperament to continue to be an outstanding contributor to the council.    The number one priority of the governing body is the reduction of the tax…

  • PRINCETON: Fashion show: Style on the Square!

    PRINCETON: Fashion show: Style on the Square!

    Palmer Square hosts the annual Fashion Show on Sunday (Oct. 25) at the Nassau Inn in downtown Princeton. See local models hit the runway wearing the latest from a score of designer brands, plus enjoy food, drink and an exclusive gift bag filled with goodies and shopping offers. The $25 ticket price will benefit Dress…