Spring break is just around the corner for the Princeton Public Schools and those in surrounding towns. If you and your family are staying home for the break, there are plenty of things to see and do in the tri-state area (and beyond). You can take a staycation by staying in town and visiting local places, taking […]
A Revisited Production of Crowns Returns to McCarter After 15 Years
Returning to McCarter Theatre after 15 years, Regina Taylor’s musical Crowns has been revisited. This adapted production from Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry’s book of the same title allows us to witness “hat queens” and their obsession through the eyes of a high school teenaged girl. Hats are part of a treasured custom for African American women […]
Stones in His Pockets at McCarter Theatre
County Kerry, Ireland is known for its picturesque rolling hills, luscious grassy landscape, and cows. So it’s no surprise when Hollywood filmmakers choose this corner of the world to film. Marie Jones’ Olivier Award-winning Stones in His Pockets directed by Lindsay Posner, is a comedy playing at McCarter Theatre telling the story of how filming a […]
A Christmas Carol at McCarter Theatre Makes Princeton Magical
It’s been a year since McCarter Theatre debuted its reimagined production of David Thompson’s adaption of Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol. It cleaned the slate and gave us a new set, new actors, and a new experience. This year, director Adam Immerwahr tweaked it to further enhance the staging. Ebenezer Scrooge (Greg Wood) believes Christmas is a day for employees to […]
Joplin Sings the Blues at McCarter
Currently, McCarter Theatre is like Woodstock meets The Cotton Club thanks to A Night With Janis Joplin written and directed by Randy Johnson. This Tony-nominated Broadway musical has opened in Princeton to the delight of many baby boomers, but there’s something for all generations to appreciate. First of all, towards the beginning of the musical, we hear a teaser of […]
Sunday Brunch in the Princeton Area
Sunday brunch in the Princeton area is offered in many local restaurants ranging from an a la carte menu to a full-blown buffet. The origins of Sunday brunch is not quite clear. There are sources claiming it began with Catholics wanting to fast before Sunday mass. Others believe its history lies with lavish meals of […]
29 Summer Activities in Princeton
Summer is a great season for exploring the great outdoors, but sometimes the weather can be less than desirable. We could be in the middle of a heat wave, hit by thunderstorms, or have humidity so high we can barely breathe. So it’s always a good idea to have an indoor backup plan. “Summertime is […]
31 Home Preparation Tips Before a Vacation Plus 10 Bonus Tips
Vacations are a welcome escape all year-round. But there’s work to be done before the fun. Besides packing, there are a number of things you should do to prepare your home for your absence. Here’s a quick checklist that will help ease your mind while you’re away. If you think of other things, please leave […]
19 Items to Bring on a Flight
Air travel used to be an extravagant experience, even in economy class. Journey can’t be spelled without J-O-Y, but carriers no longer offer non-premium passengers a journey to their destination. They simply get rapid transportation. Amenities in first and business class have become more luxurious over the decades and tourist class has practically become a no-frills ticket. […]
Oh-la-la! Ephemeral Boutique – French Pop-Up Store
Oh-la-la! invites you to its 10th edition dedicated to the French Art de Vivre with a special taste and smell of Provence Friday, May 5, 2017 — Saturday, May 6, 2017 (see operating hours below). You will have the opportunity to meet local French artists, artisans, and designers. Lots of gift ideas and authentic products […]
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