Join Grounds For Sculpture the first Thursday of each month for exclusive access to the grounds before we open to the public. These morning walks are a great way to boost your energy and connect with others. Walk the gardens, then participate in a workshop focused on developing tools for better health. Please visit this link for […]
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and translator Jhumpa Lahiri returns to Princeton— where she recently served as a professor of creative writing at the university — for an evening of discussion of her newest collection of short stories, which she wrote in Italian and then co-translated into English, about her life’s work, and about the power of […]
This live art-making class is inspired by a Chinese woodblock print from the Qing Dynasty, Birds, Flowers, and Bamboo from The Mustard Seed Garden. In this session, we will create our own versions of this print using pastels and paper, with a focus on observing colors that appear in nature. Please visit this link for full details.
"Bodywork" is a new dark comedy, written and performed by Princeton University senior Juliette Carbonnier and directed by senior Sabina Jafri ’24, about chronic pain, women’s bodies, and the connection between physical and emotional health. "Bodywork" follows the story of Maia, a young woman who suffers from inexplicable chronic pain, who becomes a test patient […]
Join us on November 4, 2023, for a daylong celebration as we kick off Arts & Health Mercer. Featuring free interactive workshops that are open to the public, a keynote speaker, and a reception for organizations, sponsors and the press. This event will be held at the RWJ Barnabas Health and Wellness Conference Center. Please visit […]
Creating music as a community will lift your spirits and bring about a greater sense of being connected. At an open acoustic jam everyone is invited to strum and sing along to familiar favorites or just listen and clap along. Chords and lyrics will be projected on a large screen. This is not a performance, […]
Morven Museum & Garden and the Princeton Public Library are pleased to offer a free workshop with poet and author Shawn R. Jones. During this interactive workshop, we will listen to poems that fearlessly confront both personal and collective traumas, while simultaneously guiding us towards a path of hope. Through engaging writing prompts, participants will […]
A presentation and opening reception for the exhibit “Earth Song Refrain: BIPOC Artists On the Climate and Environment" that is currently on display on the library's second floor. Hosted by Art Against Racism. The exhibition runs from Nov. 1 to Jan. 12 in the Technology Center and other spaces on the second floor. Please visit this […]
Studies show that art engagement has a significant impact on mental health. Art activities can boost confidence, encourage participation, and enhance resilience. Moreover, it can lower anxiety, depression, and stress levels. In this interactive workshop, we will delve into the Dimensions of Wellness, examining the eight areas necessary to achieve a healthy and balanced life. […]
In Diffuser Lava Bead Bracelets, design and make two stretchy bracelets out of a sorbet selection of diffuser lava beads, real semi-precious stones, and accent beads. Be enlightened by learning about the healing properties of semi-precious stones. Watch as we demonstrate the secret to tying a secure knot using elastic. Once done, dab a drop […]
Every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 the gallery at MCCC hosts a free yoga class. We vary the theme and type every month. All levels and ages are welcome.
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Did you know that there are five proven benefits to knitting and crochet as a hobby? Even better is that these benefits increase when done socially with others. So, grab your latest project and come to the library to knit […]
Join us in a one hour meditation workshop to learn how to ease your mind and lower your stress levels. We will focus on breath work and our journey into relaxation through meditation practices. New and experienced students alike are welcome. Please visit this link for full details.
Breathe in sound and silence through guided meditation as you listen to music more viscerally than ever before, meditating as the GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer sings surrounding you. Meditation instruction will be provided by Matthew Weiner, Associate Dean in the Princeton University Office of Religious Life. This is a FREE, un-ticketed opportunity to indulge […]
In this class, led by healing art instructor/artist Jane Zamost, participants will delve into their psyche crafting what makes them special? Is it your kindness? The way you think? The color of your eyes? You will walk away from this experience feeling proud, confident, and unique. Please visit this link for full details.
This live art-making class is inspired by Paul Cézanne’s Mont Sainte-Victoire (ca. 1904–6). In this session, we will create our own versions of this painting with a focus on creating perspective with color. Please visit this link for full details.
Experience the healing power of live music with the Princeton Symphony Orchestra. On November 11th & 12th the PSO performs Mozart's Requiem alongside the famed Westminster Symphonic Choir. Nourish your mind and soul by visiting the symphony! Please visit this link for full details.
What Remains, an exhibition by Terri Riendeau. Opening Reception: Saturday, November 18 | 3-5pm Please visit this link for full details.
Join the Arts Council of Princeton for a dual exhibition by Jon Sarkin and Hannah Fink, whose work will not only make you think, but it will also make you smile. Both artists take common themes, such as superheroes and shoes and comics, and reinterpret them into a contemporary conversation. From a giant old boot […]
Exhibit dates: November 11 - December 2 Every week the Arts Council of Princeton and HomeFront connect in an art program called ArtsExchange. Whether we are brainstorming for a project or experimenting with new media, our weekly creative time is special. Every artist is encouraged to embrace a new concept or skill, and then carry […]
