Listings are subject to change. Readers should confirm dates, times, locations, registration requirements and availability with the sponsoring organization before making plans.
Business & Career
Job Seekers Can Learn To Use AI. Princeton Public Library will offer “Job Seekers: Making AI Work For Your Job Search” on Friday, July 17, from 10 a.m. to noon in the library’s Community Room.
The program is designed for job seekers who want to understand how artificial intelligence tools can help with the employment search. Topics may include using AI to refine resumes and cover letters, research employers, prepare for interviews and organize the job-search process.
The session will be led by Bill Amirault. It may be useful for people in transition, workers considering a career move and anyone trying to understand how AI is changing the practical mechanics of finding a job. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
NJSBDC August Business Workshops. The New Jersey Small Business Development Center has several August workshops for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to build practical skills.
Upcoming programs include “AI Masterclass Part 1: Introduction to AI & Tools for Productivity” on Friday, Aug. 7; “First Step to Entrepreneurship Q&A” on Saturday, Aug. 8; and “Financing a Small Business” on Saturday, Aug. 15.
The sessions are designed for people starting businesses, strengthening existing operations or learning how new technology and financing tools may apply to their work. Some sessions are free, while others carry a fee. For more information go to njsbdc.com.
Arts & Creativity
Artists Invited To Enter MithilaVerse. West Windsor Arts is accepting entries for “MithilaVerse: Folk Meets Future,” an art show connected to Mithila art and contemporary interpretation.
Artists may submit up to three works for consideration. The entry fee is $25 for West Windsor Arts members and $35 for nonmembers. The submission period runs through Monday, Aug. 3.
The opportunity is designed for artists interested in exploring the connection between folk traditions and contemporary creative practice. Artists should review the call for theme, eligibility, delivery requirements and exhibition details before submitting. For more information go to westwindsorarts.org.
Artists Can Join Summer Meetup. West Windsor Arts and the Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission are hosting an Artist Meetup Collab summer series for artists interested in sharing work, ideas and encouragement with other artists.
The in-person meetup is designed as a judgment-free space where artists can talk with one another, build relationships and create a positive, supportive environment. Summer dates include Tuesday, July 28, and Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The program may appeal to artists who want feedback, conversation or a reason to reconnect with a local creative community without committing to a formal class. For more information go to westwindsorarts.org.
Ceramic Scavenger Hunt Sends Art Into Princeton. The Arts Council of Princeton will hold a Ceramic Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, July 12, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Participants follow the Arts Council on Instagram, where clues will be posted through Stories showing where ceramic pieces have been hidden. The Arts Council will hide a few pieces at a time, post clues, then give participants time to search before posting the next batch.
People who find a ceramic piece get to keep it and can enter to win a grand prize by posting a photo of the found piece to their Instagram Story and tagging the Arts Council. The event is free, family-friendly and open to all. For more information go to artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Community Singers Pop-Up Choir. Pop-Up Choir Princeton will meet Tuesday, July 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Arts Council of Princeton. The free program is an all-ages community singing experience where families, neighbors and music lovers can sing together without auditions or pressure. Participants do not need previous choir experience.
Rather than dividing singers by age or gender, participants choose the vocal range that feels best: low, middle or high. Families can sit together and sing the same part or try harmony. The program is intentionally phone-free and screen-free, with participants learning familiar pop songs by ear and from lyric sheets. For more information go to artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Quilt Guild Offers Card-Making Workshop. The Arts Council of Princeton will host a gallery talk and card-making workshop with the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild on Saturday, July 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Taplin Gallery.
Participants will use fabric scraps to create designs on cardstock using glue and scissors. The workshop is connected to the exhibition “Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History,” on view July 11 through Aug. 8.
The workshop is open to participants of all ages, from elementary school through adulthood. Elementary-aged children must attend with a guardian. No registration is required. For more information go to artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Watercolor Artists Can Submit Work. The Arts Council of Princeton’s artist-opportunities page lists a call for the New Jersey Watercolor Society’s 84th Annual Open Juried Exhibition.
The call is open to New Jersey artists age 18 and older, as well as NJWS signature members living outside New Jersey. Artists working in watercolor and water media are invited to submit work for consideration.
The submission deadline is Monday, Aug. 17. The exhibition will run Oct. 4 through 24 at Middletown Arts Center, with accepted artists eligible for more than $8,000 in cash and merchandise awards. For more information go to artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Film & Media
Screenwriters Can Submit To New Hope. The New Hope Film Festival Script Competition is accepting screenplays for consideration, with a regular deadline of Friday, Aug. 28.
The competition gives screenwriters a separate pathway from film submissions, allowing writers to submit scripts even if the work has not been produced. Later deadlines continue into the fall and winter, but the regular deadline offers a lower-cost submission window.
The opportunity may appeal to writers working on feature scripts, shorts or other screen projects who want to connect their work to the New Hope Film Festival’s broader programming. For more information go to filmfreeway.com.
Film Lovers Can Join Deep Focus Seminar. Princeton Garden Theatre’s Deep Focus online seminar series will offer a session on “Forbidden Planet” on Tuesday, July 14, at 7:30 p.m.
The online seminar is designed for viewers who want more than a standard screening experience. Participants can join a guided discussion of a classic film and its place in film history, genre and culture.
The theater lists another Deep Focus session, on “Midnight,” for Tuesday, Aug. 18. The program may appeal to film fans, students and adult learners interested in a more structured conversation about cinema. For more information go to princetongarden.org.
Youth & Family
Teens Can Code The Wild. Princeton Public Library will offer “Code the Wild Series: Discovering Nature with Code and AI” on Monday, July 13.
The teen program connects technology, nature and creativity, giving participants a chance to explore coding and artificial intelligence through a themed activity. Registration is required.
The program may appeal to teens interested in computers, environmental topics, creative technology or hands-on learning. It also fits students who want a summer program that blends STEM skills with a subject beyond the screen itself. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
Magic Tree House Party Invites Young Readers. Princeton Public Library will host a “Dinosaurs Before Dark: Magic Tree House” party on Friday, July 10.
The program is connected to the popular children’s book series and gives young readers a chance to take part in a themed library activity. Registration is required.
The event may appeal to children who enjoy adventure stories, dinosaurs and book-based activities. It also gives families a summer reading tie-in that is participatory rather than just another book on the nightstand. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
Tiny T. Rex Party Brings Author To Library. Princeton Public Library will host “Tiny T. Rex Party with Jonathan Stutzman” on Friday, July 24, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. in the Community Room.
The program features author Jonathan Stutzman and is built around his “Tiny T. Rex” books. Children and families can take part in a themed author event connected to reading, storytelling and summer library programming.
The program is part of the library’s summer lineup for young readers and families. Registration opens Friday, July 24, at 9 a.m., according to the library listing. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
Community Connections
TASK Seeks Volunteers And Donation Drives. Trenton Area Soup Kitchen is seeking volunteers, community groups and businesses interested in supporting its hunger-relief work.
Groups of two to 20 people can volunteer together during meal service, making the opportunity suitable for scouts, religious groups, athletic teams, workplaces and other organizations. Businesses can also explore corporate volunteering as a team-building and community-service opportunity.
TASK also invites people to organize donation drives or service projects. Volunteers who work meal service should expect to work with food; aprons, hats and gloves are provided. For more information go to trentonsoupkitchen.org.
Anchor House Supports Youth In Crisis. Anchor House in Trenton offers services for youth and young adults ages 12 to 24 who have run away, are at risk, are experiencing homelessness, are aging out of child welfare or are dealing with abuse or neglect.
The organization provides safe housing, crisis intervention, street outreach, counseling, life skills, educational assistance and youth leadership development. All services are free.
Community members interested in helping can learn about ways to support Anchor House, including donations and other forms of involvement. The organization also posts career opportunities for people looking for mission-driven work supporting vulnerable youth. For more information go to anchorhousenj.org.
Learning & Lifestyle
Dancing Under The Stars Welcomes Beginners. Princeton Public Library will host Dancing Under the Stars on Friday, July 10, at 7 p.m.
The outdoor dance program is open to beginners, with high school-age participants and adults welcome. The event gives participants a chance to learn and move in an informal setting rather than simply watching a performance.
The program may appeal to people looking for a summer activity that combines movement, music and community participation. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
English Conversation Continues Online. Princeton Public Library offers virtual English conversation programs for adults who want to practice speaking and listening.
The sessions give English language learners a chance to build confidence through informal conversation. Participants can practice vocabulary, improve fluency and connect with others in a low-pressure setting.
The library lists English Conversation among its recurring programs, with upcoming July sessions appearing on the events calendar. For more information go to princetonlibrary.org.
Adult Learners Can Watch For Fall Classes. Princeton Adult School is preparing its fall lineup while continuing to direct learners to its broad range of adult education categories.
The school offers classes in business, technology, personal finance, dance, movement, English language learning, food, drink, wellness, outdoor skills, humanities, arts and world languages. Classes are offered online and in person.
The school also invites potential instructors to submit course proposals, making the program useful not only for students but also for people who want to teach a skill, lead a class or develop a new adult-learning program. For more information go to princetonadultschool.org.
