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Memorial Day Weekend is upon us. Got plans?

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Howdy Princetonians….full weekend ahead. If you aren’t headed to the shore - stay local and celebrate with us. We have Farmer’s markets, parades, festivals and lots of live music around town this weekend. Hope it’s a good one for you.

Friday May 22:

9 am - Noon Retired and Senior Volunteer Program , Contact of Mercer County , Hyatt, Carnegie Center, West Windsor, 609-883-2880 Volunteer recognition event to celebrate the hundreds of senior volunteers who volunteer around Mercer County. Speakers, brunch, recycling ideas, plant care tips, energy saving suggestions, and gifts. Register. Free.

5-8 pm Happier Hours , Hopewell Valley Vineyards , Live music. Food and wine available. Free admission., www.hopewellvalleyvineyards.com 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465

6-9 pm Arturo Romay , Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge Spanish guitar., www.sotto128.com , 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555

6-9 pm Dick Gratton , Chambers Walk Cafe , Jazz guitar. 2667 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5995

7:30 pm Divorce Recovery Program , Princeton Church of Christ , Support group for men and women. Free., www.princetonchurchofchrist.com 33 River Road, Princeton, 609-581-3889

8 pm The Brothers Size and Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet , McCarter Theater at the Berlind Evening II of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. $36 to $49www.mccarter.org

8 pm Shook Up , Bucks County Playhouse , 70 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-2041 Musical with Elvis Presley music based on Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night.' $25., www.buckscountyplayhouse.com

8 pm Wait Until Dark , Off-Broadstreet Theater , $27.50 to $29.50 includes dessert., www.off-broadstreet.com 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766

8-10 pm Charles Laurita , It's A Grind Coffee House , www.itsagrind.com 7 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-275-2919

8 - 11 pm Dance Party , American Ballroom , 569 Klockner Road, Hamilton, 609-931-0149$15., www.americanballroomco.com

8-11 p.m. Ballroom Dance Social ,G & J Studios,Standard, Latin, smooth, and rhythm. Refreshments. BYOB. $12., www.gandjstudios.com 5 Jill Court, Building 14, Hillsborough, 908-892-0344

9 pm Poor Pluto , Erini Restaurant , www.erinirestaurant.com 1140 River Road, West Trenton, 609-882-0303

9 pm Drop-In , Yardley Singles , The Runway, Mercer Airport, Ewing, 215-736-1288
Dance music, cash bar, no cover., www.yardleysingles.org

9:30 pm Atsion, Lexsis Jumps, Through the Grey, and They Sound Like Robots , Hamilton Lanes , 1200 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-585-2600 $7.

9:30 p.m. , The Mixxtape , John & Peter's , 96 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-5981 www.johnandpeters.com

SATURDAY MAY 23

9am - 1pm West Windsor Community Farmers' Market , Produce, bakery items, meat, coffee, tea, sandwiches, ice cream, pickles, sauces, and flowers. Arts, crafts, children's activities, culinary demonstrations, entertainment programs, and wellness information., Vaughn Drive Parking Lot, Princeton Junction Train Station, 609-577-5113

9 am - Noon Larry Tritel playing live music @ Thomas Sweet Cafe , 1330 Route 206, Skillman, 609-430-2828 Guitar and vocals., www.larrytritel.com

9:30 am Art Exhibit , Terhune Orchards , Ruthann Perry's sculptures are on exhibit in the little red barn. Made of reclaimed wood and other found objects, many of them reflect her love for horses and birds. On view to May 30., www.terhuneorchards.com 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310

9:30 - Noon The Majestic Orchid , Duke Farms , 80 Route 206 South, Hillsborough, 908-722-3700 History and care of orchids. For adults. Register. $45., www.dukefarms.org

9:30-330 Princeton Quaker Meeting , 'Awakening the Dreamer: Changing the Dream' presented in a multi media presentation bringing together environmental sustainability, social justice, and spiritual fulfillment. Bring lunch. $10. 470 Quaker Road, Princeton, 609-921-9436

10 a.m.: Annual Nassau Street Memorial Day Parade, followed by 11 a.m. Dedication Ceremony at Borough Hall.

10-1130 am Art Classes , Smudges and Strokes , First Presbyterian Church of Dutch Neck,Art class for ages 4 to 6. $20. South Mill Road, West Windsor, 609-273-5475

Noon - 8 pm Rhythm and Brews Festival , Junior League of Greater Princeton , Mercer County Park, Ice Skating Center, West Windsor, Music the Nerds, Voodudes, Selkow, Kim Yarson, SpeakEasy, and Yosi. Donna Winters presents comedy and magic for children. Also, sand art, face painting, and airbrush tattoos. Brews from Triumph Brewery, River Horse Brewery, and Harvest Moon Brewery. Food vendors includes Stewart's Root Beer. $20 for adults and teens; under 12, free., www.jlgp.org 609-771-0525

2 pm Highlights Tour , Princeton University Art Museum , Princeton campus., 609-258-3788 Free., ww.artmuseum.princeton.edu

2 pm Teens Against Cancer , American Cancer Society , Kelsey Theater,7889 Performance of 'The Audition,' a one-act family friendly play; a variety of musical performances, the sale of original artwork by the teens; and a food concession. 'We see this as an opportunity to honor those who have battled cancer,' says Katie Welsh, the founder of the group. 'We also want the event to serve as a beacon of hope that someday all forms of cancer will either be preventable or curable. We believe everyone can play a role in the quest for a cure.' Admission by donation., www.kelseytheatre.net 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor

2 to 11 p.m.: Princeton Country Dancers’ 30th anniversary celebration; Lawrence Intermediate School, 66 Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrence.

2-11 pm 30th Anniversary Dance , Princeton Country Dancers , Lawrence Intermediate School, 609-924-6763 Reception followed by English country dancing with music by Hold the Mustard. Contra medleys for experienced dancers from 5:15 to 6 p.m. Pot luck dinner and slide show begin at 6:15 p.m. Contra dancing from 7:45 to 11 p.m. with several callers and a pick-up band. $14; $6 for afternoon only; $10 for evening only., www.princetoncountrydancers.org

3pm, The Brothers Size and Marcus; or the Secret of Sweet , McCarter Theater at the Berlind ,3 p.m. , Evening II of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. Adult language and mature themes. Evening I and II may be seen in any order. $36 to $49., www.mccarter.org 91 University Place, 609-258-2787

3:30 - 5pm Awesome Insects , Plainsboro Preserve , Discover vast array of insect life., www.njaudubon.org 80 Scotts Corner Road, Plainsboro, 609-897-9400

4-8 pm All Shook Up , Bucks County Playhouse , Musical with Elvis Presley music based on Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night.' $25., www.buckscountyplayhouse.com 70 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-2041

5-5:45 pm Kirtan Satsang , Krishna Leela Center, Musical mantra chanting, group satsang, and discussion., www.krishnaleela.org 13 Briardale Court, Plainsboro, 609-716-9262

5-8 pm A Harlem Renaissance Rent Party , HomeFront , Benefit for HomeFront's Family Preservation Center, an emergency housing facility with private family rooms. Optional attire includes hats, gloves, and pearls for women, and zoot suits for men. $20 includes food, music, games, and door prizes. 2400 South Broad Street, Hamilton, 609-888-5800

6-8 pm Live Country and Bluegrass Music Show , WDVR-FM , Lambertville Assembly of God Church

6 p.m. to 8 p.m. , Heartlands Hayride Band. $10. Food available., www.wdvrfm.org , 638 Route 518, Lambertville, 609-397-1620

6-9 pm Live Music w/ Arturo Romay , Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge , 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555 Spanish guitar., www.sotto128.com

6:30 p.m.: Allan Willinger and Cajun Spice band; Halo Pub, 9 Hulfish Street.

6:30 pm The Hub , Princeton United Methodist Church , Nassau at Vandeventer Street, Princeton, 609-924-0781 Social center for men and women who have developmental disabilities. Non-sectarian. Facilitators and volunteers organize meals, music, games, videos, and crafts. Enter from the parking lot in back of the church. Wheelchair accessible. Free., www.princetonumc.org

7 to 10 p.m.: Arts Council of Princeton’s Cafe Improv cabaret; Solley Theatre, Paul Robeson Center, 102 Witherspoon Street.

7 pm The Mark Wood Experience , Lawrence School District , Lawrence High School, Electric violinist in rock concert with Lawrence musicians from three district schools. $15. 609-671-5510

7 pm Cafe Improv , Arts Council of Princeton , 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777
Music, poetry, and comedy. Register to perform. $2., www.cafeimprov.com

7:30 pm Open Mic Night , Grover's Mill Coffee House , Sign up at 6:50 p.m., www.groversmillcoffee.com 335 Princeton Hightstown Road, West Windsor, 609-716-8771

8 pm In the Red and Brown Water , McCarter Theater at the Berlind , Evening I of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. Adult language and mature themes. Evening I and II may be seen in any order. $36 to $49., www.mccarter.org 91 University Place, 609-258-2787

8 pm Wait Until Dark , Off-Broadstreet Theater , Lauren Brader of Hillsborough portrays Susy, a blind woman, in Frederick Knott's thriller. $27.50 to $29.50 includes dessert., www.off-broadstreet.com , 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766

8-11 pm Ballroom Dance Social , G & J Studios , Standard, Latin, smooth, and rhythm. Refreshments. BYOB. $12., www.gandjstudios.com 5 Jill Court, Building 14, Hillsborough, 908-892-0344

8-10 pm Bob Orlowski , It's A Grind Coffee House , www.itsagrind.com 7 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro, 609-275-2919

SUNDAY

1-5 pm Chess , Plainsboro Public Library , For advanced adult players., www.lmxac.orgplainsboro 641 Plainsboro Road, 609-275-2897

2 pm Highlights Tour , Princeton University Art Museum , Free., www.artmuseum.princeton.edu Princeton campus., 609-258-3788

2 pm All Shook Up , Bucks County Playhouse , Musical with Elvis Presley music based on Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night.' $25., www.buckscountyplayhouse.com 70 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-2041

2 pm In the Red and Brown Water , McCarter Theater at the Berlind , Evening I of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. Adult language and mature themes. Evening I and II may be seen in any order. $36 to $49., www.mccarter.org 91 University Place, 609-258-2787

5-630 pm Yoga and Meditation , Let's Do Yoga , Multi-level yoga class with meditation. Beginners are welcome. Bring mat and blanket. Register. $15, letsdoyogagmail.com 15 Jewel Road, West Windsor, 732-887-3561

6-10 pm Oldies Night , Hillbilly Hall Tavern and Restaurant , Dance or sing the night away with DJ Ron., www.hillbillyhall.com 203 Hop-Wertsville Road, Hopewell, 609-466-9856

MONDAY
9:30-11:30 am Power Yoga Workshop , Princeton Center for Yoga & Health ,Denise Bonnaig presents class. Register. $25., www.princetonyoga.com 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294

10a.m. Memorial Day Program , Washington Crossing State Park , Commemorative program at the soldiers' graves., www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing Washington Crossing Historic Park, Route 32, Washington Crossing, PA, 215-493-4076

11a.m. Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony , West Windsor Township Recreation , High School South, The annual parade along Clarksville Road continues to the township building. Participants include dignitaries, elected officials, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other community groups. Memorial service at the All Wars Memorial at the corner of North Post and Clarksville roads. Refreshments. Free., www.westwindsornj.org Clarksville Road, 609-799-6141

11a.m. Guided Tour , Princeton Cemetery , Guided tour of the historic cemetery, established in 1757, and known as the Westminster Abbey of the United States. No reservations needed. Maps are available at the gate. Free. 29 Greenview Avenue, Princeton, 609-924-1369

11 a.m.-12:30pm Grandparents Support Group , Family Support Organization , 3535 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-586-1200 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register.
11:30 AM Memorial Day Service , American Legion Post 401 , 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, 732-329-9861

11:30AM Tour of Somerville , The 65th running of America's oldest bicycle race known as the 'Kentucky Derby of Cycling' with a full schedule of activities through the day. The tour's five races attract over 500 participants and a crowd 20,000 to cheer them on. Free., www.tourofsomerville.org High Street, 908-725-7223

6:30pm Hope Harvest Food Bank , Gospel Fellowship Church , Fruits, vegetables, and breads donated by stores and restaurants in Plainsboro and Princeton. Bring a bag. Free., www.gfpchurch.org 626 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, 609-799-5637

9:30PM Tim Nayfield's Open Mic , John & Peter's , www.johnandpeters.com 96 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-5981

Phew...and we think we must have missed a few events...forgive us, our fingers are cramping...

This Weekend May 15-17th

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Hey Princetonians: Here are our picks for what’s happening in and around town this weekend. Not a complete list by any means but we think there is something for everyone. Our HOT PICKS are bolded but we’re sure that anything you do will be fun. Have a great weekend.

FRIDAY MAY 15

5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Happier Hours , Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Live music. Food & Wine available. Free admission., www.hopewellvalleyvineyards.com , 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465

6 p.m. to 9 p.m Dick Gratton: Jazz Guitar @ Chambers Walk Cafe , 2667 Main Street, Lawrenceville, 609-896-5995

6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Arturo Romay: Spanish Guitar @ Sotto 128 Restaurant and Lounge , 128 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7555 www.sotto128.com

7 pm @Trinity Church Kelly McMasters reads from her new book, 'Shirley: A Memoir from an Atomic Town.' Free., www.trinityprinceton.org , 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, 609-924-2277

8 pm , Hopewell Valley Chorus , Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, 609-737-3177 'Beethoven, Brubeck, and the Blues' features the chorus with the Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra. $12.

8 pm “In the Red and Brown Water” , McCarter Theater at the Berlind , 91 University Place, 609-258-2787 Evening I of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. Adult language and mature themes. Evening I and II may be seen in any order. $36 to $49., www.mccarter.org

8 pm Comedy! Max Dolcelli, Corey Alexander, and Steve Trevelise , Catch a Rising Star , Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018 Reservation. $17.50., www.catcharisingstar.com

8:15 pm Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen , Princeton Folk Music Society , Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, 609-799-0944 $15., www.princetonfolk.org

SATURDAY MAY 16

9:30 am Art Exhibit@ Terhune Orchards Ruthann Perry's sculptures are on exhibit in the little red barn. Made of reclaimed wood and other found objects, many of them reflect her love for horses and birds. On view to May 30., www.terhuneorchards.com 330 Cold Soil Road, 609-924-2310

10am – 4 pm West Windsor Lion's Club Renaissance Fair. Fighting, Fencing, Archery, and Thrown weapons will all be available as demonstrations to the crowd. @ Mercer County Park 609-452-2046

10:30 am Labyrinth Books Saturday Storytime for Children. 5 and under. 122 Nassau Street. Free

11 am – 4 pm Howell Farm Corn Planting http://www.howellfarm.org/ Fun for the kiddos.

11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tots on Tour , Grounds For Sculpture For ages 3 to 5. Listen to a story, become park explorers, make original works of art. One adult must accompany each child. Free with park admission. Rain or shine., www.groundsforsculpture.org To register: 609-689-1089

2 p.m. Highlights Tour , Princeton University Art Museum.Free., www.artmuseum.princeton.edu Princeton campus., 609-258-3788

5:30 - 8 p.m Art Exhibit @ Queenstown Gallery , Opening reception for 'Cracks in the Road and Other Stories,' a collection of watercolors by Renee Kumar. 24 West Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-0817

5:30 - 8 p.m Art Exhibit @ Queenstown Gallery , Opening reception for 'Cracks in the Road and Other Stories,' a collection of watercolors by Renee Kumar. 24 West Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-466-0817

6-8 pm Art Exhibit @ Morpeth Gallery Opening reception for a solo exhibition of works by George Stave featuring still life, landscape, and interiors. On view to June 13., www.ruthmorpeth.com 43 West Broad Street, Hopewell, 609-333-9393

6:30 pm, West African Drumming Workshop . @6:30 Sharon Silverstein presents djembe drumming workshop, $20; community drumming circle at 8 p.m., $15. $30 for both., www.princetonyoga.comPrinceton Center for Yoga & Health , 50 Vreeland Drive, Suite 506, Skillman, 609-924-7294

8 pm Princeton Laptop Orchestra, Matmos, So Percussion, and Riley Lee , Princeton University Concerts. New works by Michael Hammond, Tom Lieber, Jascha Narveson, Cameron Britt, Rebecca Fiebrink, Michael Early, and Sean Friar. $15., www.princeton.edu/utickets Richardson Auditorium, 609-258-4239

8 p.m. Throwing Muses , PCM Theater Company , Arts Youniversity Original comedy in the new 200-seat theater. $15., www.pcmtheatre.com 4 Tennis Court, Hamilton, 609-890-1738

SUNDAY

10 a.m. Hair of the Dog 5K @ Silver Decoy Winery , 5K and pet expo benefits area pet rescue organizations including Tri-State Weimaraner Rescue. Run ends in vineyard with kegs and wine tasting. Rain or shine., www.hairofthedog5k.com 610 Windsor-Perrineville Road, East Windsor, 609-213-7132

10 a.m. Asian Pacific American Culture Fest @ Historical Society of Princeton ,
Stories, music, and crafts for ages 5 to 10. $8., www.princetonhistory.org Bainbridge House, 158 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-6748

10 a.m. to noon. Stream Walk , Mercer County Park Commission , Rosedale Park, Wear old sneakers or waters shoes and clothes that can get wet. For ages 6 and up. Free., www.mercercounty.org 609-989-6540

11am – 5 pm Studio Tours , Elephant's Eye Bucks County Artists Open studios in Doylestown, Upper Black Eddy, Point Pleasant, Quakertown, and Holicong,PA. Free., www.elephantseyetour.org Call for addresses, 215-340-0964

11 am – 4 pm Sunday Haircuts , Theo's of Princeton Salon Haircuts, $60, benefit Animal Alliance, an area animal welfare organization. Register: 236 Nassau Street, Princeton, 609-921-7999

Noon – 6 pm Wine, Dine, and Jazz Festival @ Salt Creek Grille Wine tastings, samplings from area chefs, and live jazz music by Jerry Topinka. Rain or shine. $50 benefit United Way of Greater Mercer County. Register for wine seminars, $20 each., www.saltcreekgrille.com , One Rockingham Row, Forrestal Village, Plainsboro, 609-419-4200

12:30 pm Benefit for the Center for Family, Community, and Social Justice @ McCarter Theater
Wine reception followed by performance of 'In the Red and Brown Water.' The organization is a training institution for therapists and counselors who provide counseling, free of charge, to middle and high school youth and their families in economically depressed communities in New Jersey. Register. $100., www.cfcsj.org 609-921-3001

12:30 Be Green and Be Seen , Princeton Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee , Princeton Public Library, Hinds Plaza Walk or bike to the second annual community rally to support a more walkable and bikable Princeton. Bike safety and maintenance demonstrations, information about bike routes in the community, live music, and cemetery tour begin at 2 p.m. Family bike ride begins at 12:30 p.m. Contact pjpbac@gmail.com for information.

1 - 4 p.m. Civil War and Native American Museum @Camp Olden Exhibits featuring Civil War soldiers from New Jersey include their original uniforms, weapons, and medical equipment. Diorama of the Swamp Angel artillery piece and Native American artifacts. Free., www.campolden.org , 2202 Kuser Road, Hamilton, 609-585-8900

2 p.m. @ Hopewell Library Paul Muldoon, and his wife, Jean Korelitz, read from their new works. Muldoon, a Pulitzer Prize winning poet and Princeton professor, reads new poems. Korelitz reads from her new novel, 'Admission,' which focuses on a Princeton admissions officer, her career, and her marriage. Register. Free. , 245 Pennington Titusville Road, Hopewell, 609-737-2610

3 pm Cool Women Poetry Reading , Grounds For Sculpture Group of female writers present new poems. Free with park admission., www.groundsforsculpture.org , 18 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, 609-689-1089

4:30- 7:30 pm A Declaration of Independence: 50 Years of Art by Faith Ringgold,' a solo retrospective exhibition of her art known for her painted story quilt art that combines painting, quilted fabric, and storytelling. Opens with gala of food, entertainment, and conversation to honor Faith Ringgold and art by contemporary women artists. Gallery hours are Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. On view to June 26. Free., www.iwa.rutgers.edu Galleries, Mason Gross School of the Arts , 33 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-932-2222

6:30 p.m. Annual Membership Dinner : Coalition for Peace Action @Princeton Theological Seminary,Keynote speaker is Thomas Pickering, former U.S. ambassador the UN and leader for Global Nuclear Disarmament. Stephanie Harris, Andrew Appel, Kathy Hollings, and Ray Olsen will be honored. Reception and dinner. $50 to $100., www.peacecoalition.org

7 p.m. Cheese Class , Bon Appetit , Princeton Shopping Center 'All Washed Rind Cheeses.' BYOB. Register. $50., www.bonappetitfinefoods.com , 609-924-7755

Just Sayin'

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What's Going on Tonight??

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Hey Princetonians...so very much happening tonight. Most evertything has tickets still available. also some good free options. Get out and enjoy!

Tonight: Friday May 8th

4:30 pm Princeton University , Dodds Auditorium, 609-258-3000
'Environmental Justice in the 21st Century, A Bipartisan Approach' presented by Lisa Jackson, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency administrator. Free. Be prepared to show photo identification. No umbrellas, cameras, or backpacks. Reception follows at Robertson Hall., www.princeton.edu

4:30 p.m. Princeton University , 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1500
Screening of 'The Emperor's Naked Army Marches On' followed by a discussion with filmmaker Hara Kazuo. Free., www.princeton.edu

4:30 p.m.: Screening of documentary The Emperor’s Naked Army Marches On, and discussion with Japanese filmmaker Hara Kazuo; Stewart Theater, 185 Nassau Street. Free.

4:30 p.m.: Symposium on New South Sounds & Culture keynote address by Stanley Booth, author of The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones; McCosh Hall 50.

5-8 pm Hours , Hopewell Valley Vineyards , 46 Yard Road, Pennington, 609-737-4465
Live music. Food and wine available. Free admission., www.hopewellvalleyvineyards.com

5:30 Cruise Night , Economic Development Committee of Hopewell Borough , Broad Street, Hopewell, 646-333-1330
Bing your vintage car or motorcycle. Entertainment by New Wave and Gravity Hill Band. Area restaurants will sell food along the street., www.brothersmoon.com

6 p.m.: Family Outdoor Movie and Camp-out; Princeton Family YMCA, Paul Robeson Place. Free.

7 to 9 p.m.: Dance for Special Teens Prom (for youth 12 to 21 with special needs); Suzanne Patterson Center. To register, call Princeton Recreation Department at (609) 921-9480.

8 p.m.: Wait Until Dark; Off-Broadstreet Theatre, Hopewell. Also Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

8 p.m.: Spring Concert by UUCP adult choir, soloists, and chamber orchestra; Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road.

8 to 10:15 p.m.: Dance Improv; All Saints’ Church, 16 All Saints’ Road.
(05/08/2009 - Art), Art Exhibit , Princeton University , Bernstein Gallery, Robertson Hall, 609-258-2222

7:30 p.m. Momix , McCarter Theater , 91 University Place, 609-258-2787
'Botanica' by Moses Pendleton features costumes, projections, and custom-made props and puppetry by Michael Curry. $35 to $43., www.mccarter.org

8 pm Princeton University Ballet , Princeton University , Frist Campus Center theater, 609-258-2787 'Debut.' $10., www.princeton.edu

7:30 pm "Juliet" Arts Council of Princeton , 102 Witherspoon Street, 609-924-8777
an Eastern European Juliet without a Romeo, was written by Andras Visky, directed by Christopher Markle, and features Melissa Hawkins. Presented by the Westerly Series on Art and Faith. $22., www.artscouncilofprinceton.org

8 pm Little Women the Musical , Bucks County Playhouse , 70 South Main Street, New Hope, 215-862-2041 Musical based on the March sisters. $25 www.buckscountyplayhouse.com

8 pm Godspell , Somerset Valley Players , Amwell Road, Hillsborough, 908-369-7469
Musical. $19., www.svptheatre.org

8 pm In the Red and Brown Water , McCarter Theater at the Berlind , 91 University Place, 609-258-2787 Evening I of the Brother/Sister plays by Tarell Alvin McCraney. Adult language and mature themes. Evening I and II may be seen in any order. $36 to $49., www.mccarter.org

8 pm Dance Jam , Dance Improv Live , All Saints Church, 16 All Saints Road, Princeton, 609-924-3767 $15., www.danceimprov.com

8 pm COMEDYPeter Michael, Sharon Lacey, and Steve Trevelise , Catch a Rising Star , Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018 $17.50., www.catcharisingstar.com

The Weekend in The Princeton Area

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There is plenty to do around town this weekend...

TODAY:::

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Sale of used clothing and household items; Princeton Friends School, 470 Quaker Road.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Annual Unitarian Church Flea Market; 50 Cherry Hill Road.

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Annual Trinity Church Rummage Sale, 33 Mercer Street. Also Sunday from 12:30 to 3 p.m.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Annual Heirloom Plant Sale; Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Electronics Waste Disposal Day; Sovereign Bank Arena, Trenton.

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Kite Day, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road. Also Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Art for Families , Princeton University Art Museum , Princeton campus, 609-258-3788 Scavenger hunt, 'Let Them Eat Chocolate.' Free., www.princetonartmuseum.org

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Sixth annual Spirit of the Jerseys State History Fair; Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville. Free.

Noon: Concert by Princeton School of Rock students; Grounds For Sculpture, Hamilton.

2 p.m. Highlights Tour , Princeton University Art Museum 609-258-3788 Free., www.artmuseum.princeton.edu

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Disney's High School Musical , Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College , 1200 Old Trenton Road, 609-570-3333 $16., www.kelseytheatre.net

7:30 p.m.: David Bromberg Big Band with Angel Band; McCarter Theatre.

7:30 p.m.: D&R Greenway Land Trust Down-to-Earth Ball; Johnson Education Center, One Preservation Place. For tickets, call (609) 924-4646.

7:30 p.m.: Benefit concert for Fagles Collections Center with rock band Rackett and four Princeton High School a cappella groups; Performing Arts Center, Princeton High School.

7:30 pm Senior Thesis , Princeton University , Lewis Center, 185 Nassau Street, 609-258-1500 Screening of 'People are Dying in Africa,' a film by Glenn Brown, and 'Choe on the Verge,' a film by Rudy Lee. Free., www.princeton.edu

7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Frank Santorelli, Vincent Pastore, and Steve Trevelise , Catch a Rising Star , Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center, 609-987-8018 $25www.catcharisingstar.com

8 p.m.: Opera program with Westminster Conservatory Community Orchestra, Community Chorus, and faculty; Richardson Auditorium.

8 pm. Godspell (Musical) Somerset Valley Players , Amwell Road, Hillsborough,
908-369-7469 $19., www.svptheatre.org

8 pm. Wait Until Dark (drama) , Off-Broadstreet Theater , 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-2766 $27.50 to $29.50 includes dessert., www.off-broadstreet.com

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An Amazing Article on How to Get Started with Twitter

2009-04-06T06:25:00.000-07:00

Some of you will view PrincetonScoop though this blog page or via an RSS feed. Others braving the new frontier will turn to Twitter to receive our updates in 140 characters or less on their iPhones or Blackberrys or even via computer.

The following is an excerpt of a column written by the fabulous Shane Richmond. You can follow him on Twitter @shanerichmond.

Twitter: a step-by-step guide to getting started

If the recent buzz around Twitter, the micro-blogging platform, has aroused your curiosity you may be wondering how to get started. Twitter is not a publishing platform, as I said yesterday, so you can’t simply go to the site and read it. Well, you can but that’s not really the point. To get the most out of Twitter you need to build a network and then start using a few tools.

So here’s a step-by-step guide.

Getting started
1. Twitter allows you to send short messages to tell the world what you're doing, thinking, reading or whatever else you feel like saying. If you use Facebook, think of it as being like the status updates. The service allows you to follow people and be followed by people. The people you follow will form your network and their updates will appear on your Twitter homepage. The people who follow you have chosen to have you in their network and see your updates. However, Twitter is asynchronous. You don’t need to follow everyone who follows you. So you may be in my network but I don’t have to be in yours.

2. Go to Twitter and create an account. You can give yourself any username you like but it’s best to choose something that people who know you will recognise: that will make it easier for them to find and follow you.

3. Fill in your biography. Say something about yourself. It helps people to decide whether they should follow you.

4. Post your first tweet. It should go in the box underneath the question “What are you doing?” and it must be 140 characters or fewer. Soon you’ll start building your network and you’ll want to have something on your page when your first visitors arrive. Try to post something that, in conjunction with your biography, will give people a reason to follow you. “Trying to understand Twitter” is fine as a first post but you need to follow it up very quickly with something more individual. Try posting a link to the most interesting article you’ve read recently, for example.

Start building your network
5. Start building your network. Look for friends and colleagues who are already using the site by clicking ‘find people’ at the top of the page. When you find someone who you want to add to your network, click on their name to see their page and then click ‘follow’.

6. Following people is the easiest way to let them know you are there and some of them will soon start following you in return. Your page will display a count of the number of people following you and the numbers you are following. You can stop following people in your network at any time by going to their page, clicking ‘following’ and then clicking ‘remove’.

7. Each time you find someone you want to follow take a look at who they are following. Add anyone who looks interesting and even a few people you aren’t sure about. The more, the merrier. Try to add around 100 people so that you have a busy network. Remember - you can prune your network as you get a feel for who’s who.
Don’t be disheartened if it takes a while for your number of followers to grow.

8. Most of the time you’ll be posting updates on what you’re doing. And if that’s all you do, that’s fine. Don’t feel obliged to keep your followers entertained.

9. Sometimes you’ll want to join a conversation. You can send a public reply to people by putting @ before their username and then typing your message. So putting @shanerichmond would direct your reply to me. The person you are replying to doesn’t need to be someone you are following and doesn’t need to be following you for the @ system to work. On Twitter.com, a reply button will be visible when you hold your cursor over a message. Clicking this will add the @ automatically.
Click Settings on Twitter.com and then Notices to decide how @ replies are displayed within your network. If you choose “all @ replies” you’ll see conversations people in your network are having with others. This is a good way to find new people to follow.
If you want to send a message to someone but don’t want all your followers to see it, you can send a direct message. Put d and then the person’s username to send a private message. Remember to leave a space, like this: d shanerichmond. You can also click Direct Messages on the right-hand side of Twitter.com to get a box specifically for sending direct messages.

10. If one of your followers says something so brilliant that you want to share it with your followers, you can “retweet” it. The etiquette for doing this is to put “retweet”, “retweeting” or just “RT” at the start of your message then add the @ symbol and the person’s username and then their message. For example, type “RT @shanerichmond” to retweet one of my messages. It’s acceptable to edit their message to make it fit the 140 character limit.

11. There may be lots of people talking about a particular topic but unless they are in your network or send you a reply you won’t even know they’re there. This is where hashtags come in. By adding a # and then a keyword, lots of unconnected people can join a conversation. These tweets are sometimes collated at specific sites but can easily be found using the Twitter search engine.

12. You can save a message to read later or just for posterity by clicking the star that appears when you hover your cursor over it.

13. Twitter’s great but Twitter.com isn’t. First of all, you need to visit it or keep it open all the time to follow activity in your network. Secondly, it doesn’t update automatically so you need to keep refreshing to see new messages. A Twitter client is the answer. This is a small program that sits on your desktop and makes it easy to keep track of incoming messages. Many Twitter clients make it easier to reply, retweet and follow different groups of people. I use Twhirl but you could also try Tweetdeck, Twitterific or Twitterfox.

14. If you want to post a link you’ll need a link-shortening site. Some Twitter clients have this tool built in but you can go to a site such as TinyURL, paste in your link and get a shorter URL to help you stay within that 140-character limit.

15. If you like playing with stats, try Tweetstats. It will tell you how often you tweet, when you tweet and what you talk about.

If that sounds like a lot to take in, don’t worry. You’ll quickly get the hang of it and you’ll soon decide whether Twitter’s for you. Enjoy!

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