The Franklin Reporter & Advocate Eight Villages, One Community
Friday, Nov. 13
“The Last Days of Judas Iscariot,” Villagers Theatre, Andrew Russoniello Black Box, 515 DeMott Lane, Somerset. 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices not listed. Suggested for ages 16 and older for mature content; the company lists adult language, discriminatory language and discussion of assault, death and substance abuse. Runs about two hours with intermission.
“Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two-Woman Show,” George Street Playhouse at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, 11 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. 7:30 p.m. $62 to $102.
Docent Tour of “Five Independent Souls,” Princeton: Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., 1 p.m. A guided tour of the museum’s exhibition examining the lives and contributions of five women associated with Morven. Admission price was not specified in the regional listing. Event calendar.
Garden State Sounds, Princeton: Solley Theater at the Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon St., 7:30 to 10 p.m. The monthly music showcase features independent New Jersey musicians performing original material in an intimate theater setting. Admission is $10 to $15. Event information.
“Off the Wall” Art Show Opening Reception, West Windsor: West Windsor Arts Council, 7 to 8:30 p.m. The arts organization opens its annual exhibition and sale featuring artwork by regional artists. The reception offers visitors an opportunity to meet artists and browse original works. Admission information was not specified. Event calendar.
Ryan Maher with Dave Slagle, Princeton: Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center, 8 to 9:30 p.m. A stand-up comedy performance featuring Ryan Maher and Dave Slagle. Tickets are listed at $30.19 to $38.40. Event and ticket information.
Princeton Men’s Hockey vs. Harvard, Princeton: Hobey Baker Rink at Princeton University, 7 p.m. The Princeton Tigers host the Harvard Crimson in a college ice hockey matchup. Tickets required. Game listing.
Princeton’s Famous Triangle Show: “Roswell That Ends Well,” Princeton: McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Princeton University’s Triangle Club presents its annual original musical comedy, featuring student-written songs, sketches, choreography and an extraterrestrial theme. Tickets required; prices vary by seating. Friday tickets, Saturday tickets, Sunday tickets.
“At the Wedding,” Lewis Center for the Arts, Wallace Theater, Princeton University, Princeton. 8 p.m. Free and open to the public.
“Clue,” Trilogy Repertory at Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge. 7:30 p.m. $31 to $46, fees included. Tickets also sold at the door; box office opens an hour before curtain.
“Working,” Playhouse 22, Elliott Taubenslag Theater, East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. 8 p.m.
Rutgers Jewish Film Festival, “Tell Me Everything,” Regal Commerce Center, 2399 Route 1, North Brunswick. Screening time not listed. $16 general admission. The festival runs Nov. 5 to 15; a limited number of tickets are sold at the theater an hour before each show.
Darkside Art Dark Market, New Jersey Convention and Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison. 4 to 11 p.m. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. A one-night market of art, oddities and handmade goods.
Ryan Maher and Dave Slagle, Catch a Rising Star, Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton.
“Off the Wall” affordable art show opening reception, West Windsor Arts, Princeton Junction. 7 p.m. Free.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Santa’s Birthday Celebration and Holiday Kickoff, Bridgewater: Bridgewater Commons, 400 Commons Way, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The shopping center launches its holiday season with a birthday party for Santa featuring music, dancing, magic, balloon art, crafts and treats. Fourteen young violinists from the NJ Academy of Music will perform a medley of holiday carols. Santa photographs begin at 1 p.m. Reservations are available; photography packages cost extra. Official shopping center events calendar.
American Indian Intertribal Pow Wow, Somerset County: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 158 W. High Street, Somerville. The event, themed “250 Years and We Are Still Here,” features Indigenous dancing, Native American crafts and cultural activities. Admission is $5. The county tourism calendar confirms the event but its retrieved listing does not provide a complete venue address. County event listing.
Raritan Borough Fall Food Truck & Music Fest, Raritan: Washington School Park, Prospect Street and First Avenue, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The festival features 15 food trucks, live music, a vendor marketplace and children’s activities including pony rides, a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting and miniature golf. Country Comfort performs at 11:30 a.m., followed by The Full 9 at 3 p.m. The event benefits Relief Hose Company No. 2. Festival information.
Holiday Bazaar, Pennington: Pennington Farmers Market at Rosedale Mills, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market hosts a seasonal bazaar offering holiday shopping opportunities from local vendors and craftspeople. Admission information was not specified. Event calendar.
Coffee and Birds, Bernardsville: Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 9 to 10 a.m. Visitors can enjoy coffee or tea while observing birds at the sanctuary’s feeders from inside the gift shop. Participants are encouraged to bring reusable mugs. Event information.
Pie Tasting Weekend, Princeton: Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can sample 15 varieties of pie and choose favorites to order for the holidays. A portion of the proceeds benefits HomeFront and Project Freedom. The winery will also offer tastings and live music. Admission is $10 per person for the pie tasting. Event information.
Mosaic Lamp Workshop, Franklin Township: Somerset, Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants create Turkish-style mosaic lamps using colored glass and beads. The beginner-friendly workshop includes instruction, materials, Turkish tea and sweets. Advance registration recommended; price and complete studio address should be confirmed with the organizer. County event calendar.
CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE!, New Brunswick: , 15 Livingston Ave., 1 and 5 p.m. An interactive children’s musical featuring JJ, Ms. Appleberry and other characters from the popular children’s series. Families are encouraged to sing and dance along to familiar songs. Tickets are listed from $34 to $140. Official theater calendar.
“1776,” West Windsor: Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. The Tony Award-winning musical dramatizes the debates surrounding the Declaration of Independence, featuring John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. The production is particularly timely during America’s 250th anniversary year. Performance calendar.
Wreath Making Workshop, Hillsborough: Abma’s Farm, 282 Amwell Road, 2 to 3 p.m. Participants create decorative wreaths using dried flowers grown on the farm. The experience also includes an opportunity to visit the petting zoo before the workshop. Admission is $25 per adult, plus the cost of wreath materials. Advance booking required. Workshop information.
String Art Workshop, Somerville: Dosti & Chai, 24 Division St., 2 to 3:30 p.m. Participants learn how to create decorative artwork using colorful string in a guided workshop presented by Kala Endless Possibilities. Tickets are $40 per participant. Event information.
The Learning Experience Fall Fest, Raritan: The Learning Experience, 2 to 5 p.m. A community celebration featuring pumpkin activities, face painting, balloon art, games, treats and photo opportunities. Free and open to the public. Event information.
Astronomy Shows for All Ages, Branchburg: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium, 118 Lamington Road, 3 to 8 p.m. Four programs are scheduled, including two with Revolutionary War themes: Cosmic Questions at 3 p.m., Laser Pop Rock at 4 p.m., Revolutionary Skies at 7 p.m. and Redcoats to Rebels Laser Concert at 8 p.m. Tickets are $11 for one show or $20 for two. Reservations recommended; call 908-231-8805. Official planetarium calendar.
Gallery Art Openings, Princeton: Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon St., 3 to 5 p.m. Opening receptions for three exhibitions, including “Pieces of Work,” “Drawn Live” and “The Experience.” The exhibitions continue through Dec. 12. Free admission. Exhibition listings.
Kids Night Out, Bridgewater: Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, 775 Talamini Road, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Children ages 5 to 11 can participate in swimming, gym activities, games and crafts while parents enjoy an evening off. Registration required. Event information.
“Clue,” Basking Ridge: Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road, 7:30 p.m. Trilogy Repertory presents the comedic murder mystery based on the 1985 movie and classic board game. Six guests assemble at Boddy Manor for an evening of blackmail, murder and unexpected revelations. Tickets required; prices available through the theater. Event information.
Mozart Violin Concerto No. 5, Princeton: Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University, Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 4 p.m. The Princeton Symphony Orchestra welcomes violinist Simone Porter for Mozart’s fifth violin concerto. The program also includes Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s Overture in C and Haydn’s Symphony No. 88, conducted by Rossen Milanov. Tickets start at $42; children ages 5 to 17 accompanied by an adult receive a 50% discount. Concert information and tickets.
Sunday, Nov. 15
The Jersey Apple Gathering, Princeton: Historical Society of Princeton, Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road, 1 to 4 p.m. A seasonal gathering celebrating New Jersey’s apple-growing heritage. The program offers an opportunity to explore the history and varieties of one of the state’s traditional agricultural products. Event listing.
After the Revolutionary War, Somerset County: 1 to 2 p.m. Historian Joel Farkas presents a talk examining the years following American independence, including the creation of the Constitution, the nation’s early presidents, the French Revolution and the War of 1812. Free admission. County event calendar.
Princeton History Walking Tour, Princeton: Historical Society of Princeton, downtown Princeton, 2 to 4 p.m. A guided tour explores Princeton’s architecture, university campus, historical figures and Revolutionary War connections. Tickets required; advance registration recommended. Event calendar.
All Around the World: A Classical Concert with the New Jersey Symphony Players, Metuchen: First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen Social Center, 270 Woodbridge Ave., 3 p.m. Musicians associated with the New Jersey Symphony present an afternoon classical music program. Event listing.
Art of Beer + Pretzels, Princeton: Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon St., 3 to 5 p.m. A culinary-themed program combining beer and pretzels at the downtown arts center. Event calendar.
Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading, Princeton: 4 p.m. A community choral-reading program featuring Brahms’ Schicksalslied and Nänie, along with Randall Thompson’s Frostiana. Event calendar.
Westminster Jubilee Singers: “Grateful Hallelujahs,” Princeton: 5 p.m. The Westminster Jubilee Singers present a choral program celebrating gratitude through music. Concert listing.
The Hip Hop Nutcracker, New Brunswick: , 15 Livingston Ave., 6:30 p.m. The touring holiday production reimagines Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet through hip-hop choreography, contemporary staging, a DJ and live violin. Hip-hop pioneer Kurtis Blow opens the performance with a short set. The show runs approximately two hours, including intermission. Tickets start at $58, including fees. Official event information and tickets.
