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1 month ago | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
One of Princeton University’s best known dropouts is receiving a posthumous hero’s welcome as both town and gown celebrate F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby,” which was first published 100 years ago in April, 1925 by Charles Scribner's Sons. Fitzgerald, considered a member of Princeton’s Class of 1917, though he never graduated, nonetheless owes much of his success, and his inspiration, to the time he spent at Old Nassau.
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1 month ago | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
Don’t go green with envy — don your best green attire and join the wide range of festivities celebrating the St. Patrick’s Day holiday in the Mercer County region. Trenton Tir na nOgThe real deal Irish pub on the Hamilton/Trenton border hosts a full day of live music in honor of St. Patrick’s Day on Monday, March 17. Greeting revelers from 1 to 4 p.m. is Diarmuid MacSuibhne on banjo and vocals presenting traditional Irish tunes.
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1 month ago | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
Don’t go green with envy — don your best green attire and join the wide range of festivities celebrating the St. Patrick’s Day holiday in the Mercer County region. Trenton Tir na nOgThe real deal Irish pub on the Hamilton/Trenton border hosts a full day of live music in honor of St. Patrick’s Day on Monday, March 17. Greeting revelers from 1 to 4 p.m. is Diarmuid MacSuibhne on banjo and vocals presenting traditional Irish tunes.
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2 months ago | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
Princeton University’s Liechtenstein Institute on Self-Determination presents the first U.S. screening of the acclaimed documentary film, “Between Silence and Sin,” directed by Princeton resident Diana Nicolae, on Thursday, February 20, at 5 p.m. The free event, which includes a post-screening Q&A with the filmmaker, takes place in Friend Center 101 on William Street.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
The region’s artists and presenters celebrate the holidays with an abundance of concerts, shows, and community events that bring an extra dose of joy to the festive season. Princeton University ConcertsThe Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer makes its return for a classic holiday program of a cappella choral music, ranging from Renaissance masterworks to spirituals. $30 to $50. Saturday, December 7, 7:30 p.m. Princeton University Chapel. concerts.princeton.edu.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
The holiday purists will tell you that it’s not proper to think about Christmas until after Thanksgiving is over, but with less than four weeks separating the two holidays this year, it’s as good a time as any to break with tradition and get a head start on your holiday shopping. If you’re stuck on where to begin, consider supporting regional artisans and causes at these upcoming holiday markets.
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Jun 26, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
The region is gearing up for the Independence Day holiday on July 4 with fireworks, family fun, and historical happenings. Montgomery TownshipMontgomery Township hosts its annual fireworks display on Thursday, June 27, at Montgomery High School, located at 1016 Route 601, Montgomery. There will be vendors, music, games, and children’s activities on site starting at 6 p.m. Ample free parking is available off-site, or $20 passes for on-site parking can be purchased at the Parks & Recreation office.
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Jun 2, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
If Paris’ Notre Dame cathedral, India’s Taj Mahal, and San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge can be built from a set of Legos, why not Princeton’s own landmark? Why not indeed, says Matt Smith, a Lego enthusiast and communications professional who has designed a Lego version of Princeton University’s Nassau Hall. The prototype set can be seen on the Lego website, where it will be under consideration for retail production if it receives at least 10,000 votes from supporters.
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May 29, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
With Memorial Day — the unofficial start of summer — come and gone, it’s time to take a look at the sights, sounds, and social activities headlining the region’s cultural calendar for the season. MusicPrinceton Summer Chamber ConcertsThe 57th season of free summer concerts returns to its traditional home in Princeton University’s Richardson Auditorium after construction necessitated a change of venue in 2023.
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May 15, 2024 | 
communitynews.org | Sara Hastings
As construction continues on the Princeton University Art Museum’s new facility, the university has announced six new acquisitions that will be incorporated into the new museum’s architecture and surroundings. Four are works commissioned to adorn spaces in and around the new museum:An installation by Chicago-based American artist Nick Cave will welcome visitors to the new museum.
