CMAP BLOCK PARTY & BBQ (In-Person at SPB location)

Wednesday, June 3, 1:00–3:30 p.m. — SOLD OUT!

Fee: $5

The grills are hot, the tables are full, and we're officially sold out! Thank you for your enthusiasm and support. If you weren't able to join us this year, we hope to see you at next year's BBQ.



Thank you to our sponsors Artis Senior Living and Princeton Federal Credit Union.

REEL TALK: “A SECRET LOVE” (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, June 3, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Some love stories take a lifetime to tell. Join us for a screening of “A Secret Love,” the remarkable documentary that follows Terry Donahue and Pat Henschel — two women who kept their relationship hidden for nearly sixty-five years — as they face the joys and challenges of their later years together. After the film, we’ll come together for a guided discussion about love, identity, courage, and what it means to finally live openly as yourself.

Rated: TV-MA; Genre: Documentary; Run Time: 1 hour, 21 minutes with discussion to follow.

CMAP WALKING CLUB (In-Person at Varying Locations)

Wednesdays, June 3 through October 28, 9:00–10:00 a.m. 

The CMAP Walking Club is your invitation to get moving, explore Princeton’s beautiful trails, and connect with a community of walkers just like you. Led by an experienced group fitness leader with a background in walking and running programs, each outing is a chance to hit the trails, pick up tips on walking technique and safety, and enjoy the outdoors with great company. Walking sticks and canes are welcome — participants should be able to keep up with the group’s pace. Lace up and let’s go!

Instructor: Bob Perkins

Registration required, no fee.

COURTYARD CAFÉ (In Person at NSK location)

Wednesdays in June, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

Step into the welcoming atmosphere of our Courtyard Café — a relaxed space to gather, connect, and enjoy the moment. Join us on Wednesday evenings for good company, light refreshments, and the simple pleasure of being together. Whether it’s games, poetry, trivia, or just friendly conversation, there’s always something to casually enjoy at the Courtyard Café.

• June 3: Brain Teasers and Puzzles

• June 10: Not Meeting due to Concert

• June 17: Favorite book or poem share

• June 24: Game/Puzzle Night

EXPLORING INSTRUMENTS BEYOND THE CONCERT HALL (Zoom)

Thursdays, June 4 through June 25, noon–1:00 p.m.

Fee: $40 resident/$50 nonresident

In this four-part series, Dr. Brenda Leonard explores musical instruments that fall outside the standard concert hall, from early and experimental designs to instruments from global traditions. The course examines how different cultures and historical periods approached sound, tuning, and ensemble, and why some instruments became central while others remained less familiar. Drawing on examples from medieval and Baroque curiosities to electronic and non-Western instruments, this series invites you to discover sounds and instruments you may not have encountered before.

PRIDE ON THE PLAZA (In-Person at Hinds Plaza)

Friday, June 5, 6:30–9:00 p.m.

Join us at Hinds Plaza for a joyful, all-ages dance party that brings the Princeton community together in celebration. 

Created in collaboration with local partners, this evening invites people of all backgrounds and generations to gather, connect, and share the moment, through music, movement, and community spirit.

An open invitation to come together and celebrate, side by side.

Open to the public.

FIRST FRIDAY FILM: “WICKED” MOVIE DOUBLE FEATURE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, June 5, 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. 

“Wicked” starts at 10:00 a.m., “Wicked for Good” starts at 1:15 p.m.

Following the unlikely friendship between two young women at Shiz University, their lives take dramatically different paths in the magical land of Oz. Misunderstood yet gifted, Elphaba forms an unexpected bond with the popular and ambitious Glinda. As their relationship is tested by power, identity, and the pressures of a changing world, each must choose who she will become — ultimately shaping the fate of Oz and its people. In this special double-feature presentation, audiences will experience both the beginning of their story and its powerful continuation, “Wicked: For Good.” There will be an intermission between films, with light snacks and refreshments available. Participants are encouraged to bring a full lunch.

Genre: Musical, Fantasy, Drama, Rated: PG

Running Time: “Wicked,” 2 hours 40 minutes, Lunch Intermission, 35 minutes, “Wicked For Good,” 2 hours 18 minutes

Registration required, no fee.

CORNHOLE MEET UP (In-Person at SPB Location)

Fridays, June 5 through June 26, 11:00 a.m.–noon (no class 6/19)

Cornhole is a social, low-impact version of horseshoes where anyone can play and everyone has a blast. This sport is easy on the joints, great for hand-eye coordination, and even better for conversation. Join us for weekly meetups for all skill levels! We’ll hang out, go over the basics for first-timers, and keep the boards rotating so everyone gets a turn. Come for the game, stay for the community, the tunes, and fun.

Registration required, no fee.

PRIDE & BRUNCH (In-Person at SPB Location)

Saturday, June 6, 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Fee: $15

Join us for a warm and joyful Pride Brunch, a space to gather, connect, and celebrate together. Pride Month, observed each June, honors the legacy of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising and the generations who have shaped LGBTQ+ life, culture, and community. It’s a time to reflect, celebrate, and come together in ways that feel meaningful and real.

This is an intimate and welcoming gathering, open to all — whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or simply wish to share in a space of connection, curiosity, and joy.

Expect good conversation, light bites, and a moment to honor the stories and experiences that continue to shape our lives. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Stay for the conversation.

Registration is required

“IS IT AN EMERGENCY?” (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location or on Zoom)

Monday, June 8, 11:00 a.m.–noon

Whether it’s an accidental injury or sudden chest pains, knowing when to call 911 is essential. Join Barbara Vaning, MHA, EMT, EMT Training Center coordinator with Penn Medicine Princeton Health, for this interactive, educational lecture designed to teach you when to call for help. Topics include what constitutes an emergency; what you need to tell the emergency dispatcher when you call; what to do if you cannot talk; and what you can do while waiting for help to arrive.

Instructor: Barbara Vaning

Registration required, no fee.

TED TALKS (Hybrid – In-Person at SPB Location and on Zoom)

Tuesdays in June, 10:30 a.m.

Together we’ll watch a TED Talk then participate in an awesome discussion led by Helen Burton. Everyone’s invited! This month’s buzzworthy topics:

June 9 — Joy Milne: The Nurse who can smell Parkinson’s

Registration required, no fee.

A WORLD FROM ONE WINDOW: A THEATER OF WINGS – BARBARA LAWRENCE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION & OPENING RECEPTION (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, June 10, 3:30–4:30 p.m. 

From a single vantage point, Barbara Lawrence captures an entire universe of color, motion, and presence. This series reminds us that the extraordinary often lives just outside our window, waiting to be noticed.

About the artist: Barbara Lawrence is a strategic planner, consultant, and researcher whose lifelong curiosity and passion for discovery extend beyond her professional work and into her photography. With a bachelor’s in chemistry from the University of Vermont and a Ph.D. in chemistry from Yale University, she is also the co-author of the third edition of The Nonprofit Policy Sampler. A devoted birdwatcher, Lawrence brings the same sharp eye and patient observation she applied in her career to the feathered visitors of her own backyard. From one window, she has created a collection that transforms fleeting encounters with birds into lasting portraits of beauty, grace, and quiet wonder.

Registration required, no fee.

PATRIOTIC BRASS WITH THE NJ SYMPHONY CHAMBER PLAYERS (In-Person at Stone Hill Church)

Wednesday, June 10, 7:00–8:00 p.m. — FREE!

Join us for a spirited musical journey as we honor America’s 250th anniversary through a program rich in heritage and heart. From the jubilant brass of a John Philip Sousa march to the soulful, sweeping melodies of Dvořák’s “American” Quartet, this performance captures the essence of the nation’s history. Performed by a brilliant brass quintet, the repertoire spans classical, folk, and jazz-influenced masterworks by icons like Gershwin, Price, and Copland. This concert explores how music has shaped our national identity across different eras, offering a warm and festive tribute to the American spirit.

Registration required, no fee.

POP-UP ART STUDIO (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, June 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Fee: $10 

An Evening Pop-Up Art Studio: Create, Connect, & Unwind, a welcoming drop-in pop-up art studio where creativity meets community. Every second Wednesday evening of the month, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., adults are welcome to relax, recharge, and express themselves through art in a supportive judgement-free environment. Each session includes a fun, minimally guided project, along with music, light snacks, and open creative time. This monthly gathering is designed to alleviate stress and provide a space to connect with others, rediscover joy, and nurture emotional well-being through the simple act of creating art. 

No experience needed, bring yourself and a willingness to create.

Instructor: Ruthann Traylor

PHOTOS AND YOUR PHONE! (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location or on Zoom)

Friday, June 12, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Capture every memory with confidence! Join our Digital Literacy team to master your phone’s camera for both stunning stills and high-quality videos. We’ll also show you how to organize, edit, and find your favorite shots within your phone’s Photos app. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for tips, come learn how to turn your device into a powerful photography tool!

Registration required, no fee.

PICKLEBALL MANIA

Join us for pickleball instructions sessions available for everyone from beginners to intermediate, private lessons to larger group workshops! You can even rent our court for your own private group play in our climate controlled gym! Learn more about our programs and check out next months schedule on our website below.