THE ROCKETTES AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL DAY TRIP

Thursday, December 4, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Fee: $200

Kick off the holiday season with a dazzling day trip to the Big Apple! Join us for an unforgettable experience seeing the world-famous Radio City Rockettes in the spectacular Christmas Spectacular. Before the curtain rises, we'll fuel up with a fun and delicious lunch at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Times Square!

Your ticket will include orchestra level seats for the show, lunch in the city, round trip transportation, and all tips and fees. 

Registration may close BEFORE November 4 and space is limited to get your tickets now!

YOUR GUIDE TO HOME CARE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Wednesday, October 29, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Navigating home care can feel overwhelming, especially when trying to determine the right type of support for yourself or a loved one. Join Liz Charbonneau, former owner of Homewatch CareGivers, for an informative presentation that will provide a clear overview of home care services and what to consider when choosing the best fit. Participants will learn the difference between home healthcare and home care, the various types of services available, and how to evaluate providers.

 The program will also cover important topics such as costs and payment options, including private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans’ benefits, Medicaid, and disability resources. Additional discussion will include how to develop a care plan, and the pros and cons of hiring a caregiver through an agency versus privately.

Registration required, no fee.

AGELESS GRACE (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday Evening, November 5, 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Fee: $5 per session

This unique group exercise program is specially designed to boost cognitive skills and enhance physical function through body-brain exercises. Ageless Grace is backed by research in neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to reshape and adapt through new experiences. Each exercise targets key brain functions like memory, sensory perception, motor skills, and thought processing. 

Instructor: Allyson Toth

WEDNESDAY NIGHT WATCH PARTY “MEKKO” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Wednesday, November 5, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Join us for a screening of the powerful 2015 drama, “Mekko”. The film follows a Muscogee man who is released from prison after nineteen years and finds himself homeless on the streets of Tulsa, Oklahoma. As he seeks redemption and struggles to rebuild his life, he is taken in by a community of Native American street dwellers. This inspiring yet raw story beautifully blends gritty realism with indigenous folklore to tell a quiet tale of hope, belonging, and the search for forgiveness. It’s an authentic look at contemporary Native American life.

Runtime: 1 hour and 27 minutes; Genre: Drama/Thriller; Rated: TV-MA

This film is rated TV-MA and deals with mature subjects including homelessness, addiction, and violence.

Registration required, no fee.

LIVE FROM...GLOBAL VIRTUAL WALKING TOURS (In-Person at NSK Location)

Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m.

Fee: $5 per session

October 30 — Ghosts of the Royal Mile: Live from Edinburgh, Scotland

Join us for virtual travel through new and exciting “Live From” walking tours of various countries from around the globe. Hear from live, local tour guides as they walk you through city streets discussing history, culture, architecture, and so much more.

Please note: Live From tours are live and can be weather and guide dependent. Locations will be promoted and emailed to those who register to receive notifications ahead of each trip but may change at the last moment.

Payment is accepted at the door!

TEATRO DE LA MAESTRANZA PRESENTS: “ORIGIN. THE SEED OF TIME” (Hybrid In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, October 31, 2:00–3:30 p.m.

Fee: $5

Join us for a special screening of “Origen. La semilla de los tiempos” featuring the famous Accademia del Piacere (music ensemble), the Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía (dance company), and the Teatro de la Maestranza (opera house). Enjoy the musical dance journey somewhere between tradition and the avant-garde. Where Baroque music enters into dialogue with flamenco, traveling through the history of Andalusia in a story that gives pride of place to emotion, memory, and scenic beauty in this memorable performance.

MEMOIR LANE: STORIES FROM OUR MEMOIR WRITING GROUP

New on the Blog: Up, up, and away!

What started as a charming idea for a twenty-fifth anniversary party turned into an unforgettable adventure — complete with rain, a runaway balloon, and a farmer with a shotgun!

In her witty and vivid memoir “The Balloon Ride,” CMAP writer Marilyn Aronberg Lavin takes us along for a celebration that didn’t quite go as planned — but became a story worth telling.

Read her full tale on our blog and see why memoir writing at CMAP is truly life-changing here: https://cmaprinceton.org/2025/10/28/the-balloon-ride/

LIBRARY READS (Zoom)

Monday, November 3, 1:00 p.m. 

The Princeton Public Library team will be showcasing some of the latest and most notable book titles, offering recommendations to help you expand your reading list.

Registration required, no fee.

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

Tuesdays in October, 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:

November 4 – Greg Luklanoff: Let’s get real about free speech

Registration required, no fee.

INTRODUCTION TO PICKLEBALL: A LEARN TO PLAY THREE-WEEK WORKSHOP

Wednesdays, November 5 through November 19, 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Fee: $60 resident/$65 nonresident

Get into the game of pickleball with this three-week workshop designed to introduce you to this incredible sport! Build the foundations of your skills and dive headfirst into your newest obsession: Pickleball! 

SPANISH: A CLASS FOR TRUE BEGINNERS (In-Person at SPB Location)

Thursday, November 6 through December 4, 10:00–11:30 a.m. (no class on 11/27)

Fee: $30

Never taken Spanish before? This gentle, friendly course is the perfect first step. You’ll learn basic greetings, introductions, numbers, and simple conversations. Everything you need to feel ready and confident for Spanglish for Beginners. No experience required!

Instructor: Miriam Ríos Lebron

FIRST FRIDAY FILM: “THURSDAY MURDER CLUB” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, November 7, 1:00 p.m.

In the tranquil setting of a British retirement village, four friends known as “The Thursday Murder Club” meet weekly to discuss cold cases. But when a real-life murder happens right on their doorstep, the group dives headfirst into their first live investigation. Starring an all-star cast including Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and David Tennent. 

Runtime: 1 hour and 58 minutes; Genre: Mystery, Comedy; Rated: PG-13

Registration required, no fee.

MEN & WOMEN IN RETIREMENT SPECIAL PRESENTATION: CLIMBING MT. EVEREST AND EL CAPITAN (Hybrid – In-person at SPB location and on Zoom)

Friday, November 7, 10:00 a.m.–noon

What challenges did Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay face in climbing Mt. Everest? Who was the first woman to reach the summit? Who was the oldest person to do so? Could a blind person climb the mountain?

El Capitan is a 3,000-foot-high sheer rock face in Yosemite National Park. Only one person has dared to attempt to climb it without ropes. How did he do it?

Harold Kuskin, a retired lawyer and judge, will provide answers to these questions using extensive videos. Harold has been an instructor for Evergreen Forum for nine years.

Registration required, no fee.