Ewing Arts Commission’s Featured Artist Program presents Janet McLaughlin
The Artist's Reception for the March artist is Thursday, March 6, 5 to 7 p.m.
“Serendipity: the occurrence of events by chance” Janet McLaughlin is one of the three women, all born 5 years apart, who lived, played, learned, grew up in Ewing, then eventually moved away. Now, sixty years later, by chance, the three live near each other and are drawn together by their love of art. The other two friends, Linda Robinson and Ellen Wylie Smith, were the Ewing Arts Commission’s (EAC’s) Featured Artists for the month of January with their show “Serendipity Part 1.” The three have reconnected, compared notes, and shared MANY Ewing memories and stories together. Their love for art binds them together as well as a shared past of growing up in the same wonderful Ewing Township. Fate or Serendipity? Either way, they have come together in the halls of the Ewing Township Municipal Building through EAC’s Featured Artist Program.
Janet Skwara McLaughlin grew up in the Prospect Heights area of Ewing, then purchased a home on the same street as her childhood home to be near her family. Eventually moving to the Mountainview section of the township with her husband, Brian, they remained in Ewing until several years ago when they moved to Burlington County. While in Ewing Jan served on the Ewing Township Redevelopment Agency as well as the Zoning Board.
Janet’s “Serendipity Part 2” show is featured for the month of March and will also be on display during April. All three artists still have work on display as part of EAC’s “Love…Is All We Need” group show. Most works will be available for purchase with 10% of all proceeds going to EASEL, Ewing’s animal shelter.
The Ewing Municipal Building is located at 2 Jake Garzio Drive, Ewing, NJ 08628. Art may be viewed when the Municipal Building is open: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, March 6, 6 p.m.
Paris Bistro Life, Lawrence Library
Thursday, March 6, 2025, 6 p.m.
Gary Lee Kraut, an award-winning travel specialist who grew up in Ewing, NJ, and has lived in Paris for over 35 years. In this illustrated lecture, Gary will explore the development of these bistros over the past 150 years and their current role in Paris's culinary scene. He'll introduce the audience to some of the owners, patrons, dishes, and wines that are part of his own Paris bistro life and that you, too, can meet and enjoy on your next trip to Paris.
Advanced registration is appreciated for all events. Please register online on LibCal at https://mcl.org/. The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ.
TCNJ Orchestra
Mildred & Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall
Friday, March 7, 7:30 p.m.
Join TCNJ Orchestra, under the direction of Uli Speth, for their March 2025 performance.
Villa Victoria Academy presents ONCE UPON A MATTRESS the weekend of March 7-9, 2025. Join us for this fun and family friendly musical based on The Princess and the Pea.
Villa Victoria Academy, 376 W. Upper Ferry Road, Ewing
Friday, March 7, 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 8, 2 p.m.
At its heart, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is a love story between confident cowboy Curly and feisty farmer Laurey. As the road to romance and the road to statehood converge, Curly and Laurey are poised to carve out a life together in a brand-new state. But the road to love is as bumpy and fraught with all the dangers and excitement of the time. The unforgettable score includes: “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’,” “People Will Say We’re in Love,” “I Cain’t Say No!” and the exhilarating title song, “Oklahoma!”
'Tis the season- Girl Scout Cookie Season! Special curated beer flights paired with your favorite Girl Scout Cookies. No reservations required, while supplies last.
Stylebook Clothing Swap, Arts Council of Princeton
Saturday, March 8, noon to 3 p.m.
You know that gorgeous dress you only wore once or the statement piece that turned out to be not really your style? Why not swap them for something new and see if your piece could become someone else's wardrobe staple? Stylebook wants to help you find your unique style! Come hunt for new-to-you pieces that will become a mainstay in your closet for years to come.
Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society's short film starts shooting soon! Are you age 9 to 18 years old and into theater? Do you know someone 9 to 18 years old and into theater? Then come on down and show us your stuff. Audition script and more information can be found here: https://www.hewhs.com/childrens-production-audition/
If you're interested in a singing part prepare a short song.
Visit from the Horse Doctor and Shoer
Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Howell Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Twp.
Shots, worming medicine, dental exams, and hoof trimming are in store for Howell Farm’s seven workhorses when the veterinarian and dentist come for their spring visit. Join them in the barn, where they will be at work all day ensuring that horses, sheep, chickens, and farm cat Bushy are fit and ready for spring. Visitors can listen to a horse’s heart through a stethoscope, watch an equine dentist at work, and learn about old and new veterinary instruments and techniques. The farrier will be shoeing, and the blacksmith working in the forge.
Hopewell Quarry Polar Plunge
Saturday, March 8, 2025, 10 a.m.
For the very first time, the Hopewell Quarry challenges local community members to brave the chilly waters of the Quarry- in winter! All proceeds will go towards supporting the Hopewell Quarry. Participants will receive a special Quarry Plunge Towel (while supplies last).
Please Note: Due to the nature of this event, we kindly ask that only individuals ages 12+ attend. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please Note: All college students must bring a valid college ID.
A Trenton Island Adventure, Trenton City Museum
Sunday, March 9, 2 to 4 p.m.
The hidden life and times of the river islands within the border of the capital city is the topic of a Trenton City Museum discussion on Sunday, March 9, 2 to 4 p.m. The talk with accompanying photos and documents will illustrate the beauty of the islands and share recently uncovered historical facts. The event reflects presenter Dan Aubrey's journalistic investigation into the islands and includes secrets shared from both a descendent of one of the island's colonial owners and the last individual who lived on the island.
Admission is $5 at the door (free for Trenton Museum Society members). Learn more at ellarslie.org/Aubrey or by calling 609-989-1191. Light refreshments will be served. TICKETS
SAVE THE DATE!
Join TCNJ Wind Ensemble, Wind Orchestra, and Concert Band, under the direction of Eric Laprade, Adam Warshafsky, and Michael Pettis, for their first concert of the Spring 2025 semester. TCNJ Wind Ensemble will be joined by clarinetist Matthew Brown, winner of the 2024 TCNJ Concerto Competition, for a performance of David Maslanka's Concerto for Clarinet and Wind Ensemble. Additional works by Sharifi, Boulanger, Bagley, Danyew, and Day. There will be a pre-concert discussion starting at 7:00PM, and the concert will start at 7:30PM.
