What's New in Princeton & Central New Jersey?
Collected from the Events database at PrincetonInfo.com
What's Happening Tuesday, February 02
Holidays & Special Days
Classical Music
Live Music
Pop Music
Dance
On Stage
Film
Dancing
Food & Dining
History
For Families
Lectures
Singles
Socials
Business Meetings
All events are subject to last minute changes or cancellation. We suggest calling ahead to confirm availability.
For listings of events on other days of this week or into the far future, follow the instructions at our events search page.
Classical Music
Live Music
Pop Music
Dance
On Stage
Film
Dancing
Food & Dining
History
For Families
Lectures
Singles
Socials
Business Meetings
All events are subject to last minute changes or cancellation. We suggest calling ahead to confirm availability.
For listings of events on other days of this week or into the far future, follow the instructions at our events search page.
Holidays & Special Days
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Groundhog Day
Classical Music
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Concert, Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, Saxophone Choir and Symphonic Orchestra perform works by Tchaikovsky, Verdi, and Smetana. David Kim, the Philadelphia Orchestra concertmaster, performs Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto with the orchestra. $25. Rescheduled due to weather., www.yocj.org, 7 p.m.
Live Music
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Keith Franklin Jazz Quartet, Witherspoon Grill, 57 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-6011, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Open Mic, Trenton Social Bar and Restaurant, 449 South Broad Street, Trenton, 609-989-7777, www.trentonsocial.com, 8 p.m.
Pop Music
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Rehearsal, Princeton Garden Statesmen, Community Middle School, 55 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, 609-647-6416, Barbershop chorus features men's a cappella singing. Music training provided., www.princetongardenstatesmen.com, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Dance
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Balletboyz, McCarter Theater at Matthews, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787, Award-winning dance group from London., www.mccarter.org, 7:30 p.m.
On Stage
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The Piano Lesson, McCarter Theater at Berlind, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787, Drama by August Wilson is part of his 10 play cycle set in 1930s Pittsburgh., www.mccarter.org, 7:30 p.m.
Nureyev's Eyes, George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-246-7717, Drama is a fictional account of an interaction between dancer Rudolf Nureyev and painter Andrew Wyeth., www.gsponline.org, 8 p.m.
Film
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Matinee, Hamilton Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, 609-581-4060, Screening of 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' Free., www.hamiltonnjpl.org, 10 a.m.
Dancing
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International Folk Dance, Princeton Folk Dance, Kristina Johnson Pop-Up Studio, Princeton Shopping Center, 609-921-9340, Ethnic line and circle dances of many countries. Beginners welcome. Lesson followed by dance. No partner needed. $5., www.princetonfolkdance.org, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Food & Dining
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Cabin Fever Craft Beer Dinner, Zinna's Bistro, 1275 South River Road, Cranbury, 609-860-9600, Comfort food stations, four beers, and more. Register. $55 benefits Parents of Autistic Children., www.zinnasbistro.com, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
History
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History of the Old Barracks, New Jersey State Library, 185 West State Street, Trenton, 609-278-2640, ext. 172, Presented by the staff of the Old Barracks. Register by E-mail to Cindy Warrick at [email protected]. Free., njstatelib.org, Noon.
American Revolution, Hamilton Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, 609-581-4060, 'The French in America: From Fighting to Fashion' presented by Jeff Heller, a historical novelist. Free., www.hamiltonnjpl.org, 7:30 p.m.
For Families
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Family Programs, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130, Storytime and crafts focus on Groundhog Day. Must be accompanied by an adult. Register. Free., www.mcl.org, 9:30 a.m.
Read and Explore Program, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrenceville, 609-924-2310, 'Animal Tracks' includes a story and crafts. $7 per child., www.terhuneorchards.com, 10 a.m.
Storytime, Barnes & Noble, MarketFair, 3535 Route 1, West Windsor, 609-716-1570, Free., www.bn.com, 10:30 a.m.
Family Programs, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130, Read and play storytime for ages 2 to 5 at 10:30 a.m.; play group with stories for ages 3 to 5 at 11:15 a.m. Must be accompanied by an adult. Register. Free., www.mcl.org, 10:30 a.m.
Lectures
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Database Drop-In Day, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, 609-275-2897, Work one-on-one with a librarian., www.lmxac.org/plainsboro, 10 a.m.
Cook Talks, Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-989-6920, 'Pressure Cooking' hosted by corporate chef Nirit Yadin. Register., www.mcl.org/branches/lawbr.html, 11 a.m.
Maintaining and Protecting Your Legacy, Ewing Senior and Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing, 609-313-5021, Computer-related Q&A session before the program at 2 p.m. Presented by John A. Seber, creator of www.LegacyBackup.com and www.MyLegacyBackup.com. Free., 1:30 p.m.
Citizenship Exam Review, Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, 609-448-1474, Register., www.mcl.org, 6 p.m.
Rebovich Institute, Rider University, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, 609-921-2663, 'The Moral Case for Capitalism' presented by Dinesh D'Souza, author, scholar, former policy analyst in the Reagan administration, and critic of the Obama administration. Free., www.rider.edu/dsouza, 7 p.m.
Sell Your Home In 2016, Robbinsville Library, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, 609-259-2150, 'Part 1: Bathroom Remodeling and Other Home Improvements.' Hosted by a master carpenter and Coldwell Banker Realtors. Register., www.mcl.org/branches/robbr.html, 7 p.m.
Singles
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Pizza Night, Yardley Singles, Vince's, 25 South Main Street, Yardley, PA, 215-736-1288, Register., www.yardleysingles.org, 6 p.m.
Socials
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English Conversation Group, West Windsor Library, 333 North Post Road, 609-799-0462, Informal conversation., www.mcl.org, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Jews in the News, Jewish Family and Children's Service, Congregation Beth Chaim, 329 Village Road East, West Windsor, 609-987-8100, Coffee and conversation focusing on Jewish politics, celebrities, sports, and more. Register by E-mail to [email protected]. Free., www.jfcsonline.org, 10 a.m.
Adult Coloring Club, Ewing Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing, 609-882-3130, Relax and express your creativity. Materials provided., www.mcl.org, 11 a.m.
World Tavern Trivia, Wildflowers Too, 255 Route 156, Yardville, 609-585-5483, Hosted by Eric Potts., www.wildflowerstoo.com, 7 p.m.
Current Events Discussion Club, Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, 609-989-6920, Register., www.mcl.org/branches/lawbr.html, 7 p.m.
Business Meetings
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CEO Warrior, Gold Medal Service, 11 Cotters Lane, East Brunswick, Four-day 'Fast Track Academy' workshop with consultants Joe Williams and Michael Michalowicz. $7,500., www.ceowarrior.com
BNI Business Synergy, Ibis Plaza, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-581-2211, Networking., www.bnimercer.com/chapters, 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.