EVERGREEN FORUM FALL 2026 OPEN HOUSE (In-Person at SPB Location)

Thursday, July 30, noon–2:30 p.m. 

Evergreen Forum’s Fall 2026 Open House comes this July 30! Join us to celebrate and meet the fall semester course leaders while learning about their course material before registration. Then, sit in on special one-hour lectures to get an in-person or virtual feel for what Evergreen Forum courses are like. Light refreshments will be served.

• Noon-1:00 p.m. | Tabling Event with Course Leaders

• 1:15–2:30 p.m. | Sample Lectures

Registration required, no fee.

MUSIC ON THE PATIO: FEATURING BOB MECKLENBURGER (In-Person at NSK Location)

Wednesday, July 29, 6:00–7:00 p.m.; Fee: $5

Good music. Cool breeze. Great company. Music on the Patio brings you a laid-back evening of live folk acoustics courtesy of Bob Mecklenburger — sip on some light refreshments, soak in the atmosphere, and let the music do the rest.

HOT TOPICS IN AGING (In-Person at NSK Location)

Thursday, July 30, 11:00 a.m.–noon

Hot Topics in Aging is a monthly gathering where real conversations happen. Each session is led by one of our social workers and kicks off with a short presentation on a timely topic related to health, wellness, finances, relationships, or everyday life as we age — followed by open discussion. Come ready to listen, share, and connect. Specific topics to be announced at the start of each month in the e-blast. 

Instructor: CMAP Social Workers

Registration required, no fee.

CORNHOLE MEET UP (In-Person at SPB Location)

Fridays in July and August, 11:00 a.m.–noon

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.

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.

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT GREAT READ — FREE

Get reading! Our bookcase is stocked with great new titles hand-picked by the Princeton Public Library librarians. Stop by, browse the slection, and discover your next great reads. Best of all, it's yours to keep!

LIBRARY READS (Zoom)

Monday, August 3, 1:00–2:00 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.

NEUROBOOSTERS: THE BRAIN EXERCISE INITIATIVE (BEI) (In-Person at NSK location)

Tuesdays, August 4 and 18, 2:00 p.m.

Your brain’s favorite daily workout: Join us for light, engaging cognitive sessions designed to wake up your mind and keep it active. With easy, enjoyable exercises in reading, writing, and math, you’ll give your brain a refreshing boost while sharing a fun, social experience. It’s 30 minutes of light, engaging mental activity that feels more like a game than an exercise - and your brain leaves a little more awake than it came in. No pressure, just a simple, satisfying mental reset.

*run by students from Princeton Day School.

Registration required, no fee.

INSIDE NEW JERSEY AUTO INSURANCE (Hybrid – In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Tuesday, August 4, 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Learn what the insurance companies hope you never find out — from coverage traps and misleading policy options to the critical protections every driver needs. If you live, drive, or advise clients in New Jersey, this is must-know information.

Instructor: Robert Bratman is an attorney from Stark & Stark. 

Registration required, no fee.

THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD (In-Person at SPB Location)

Tuesdays, August 4 through August 25, 10:00 a.m. 

Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident

Move better, feel better, think better! Discover how gentle, guided movement can unlock your body’s natural ability to relieve pain, improve flexibility, and boost mental agility. Learn to retrain your brain and body for lasting comfort. Bring your exercise mat, or one will be provided.

Instructor: Jackie Boone

STRENGTH, STABILITY, & STAMINA (In-Person at SPB Location)

Thursday, August 6 through August 20, 10:00 a.m.

Fee: $25 resident/$30 nonresident

This innovative approach aims to improve how you sit, stand, walk, and move, no matter your age or ability.Gentle, precise movements help change old, rigid habits and release tension in stiff joints. Learn structural exercises that rebuild and glue the body together, creating improved stability and strength in major joints. Sign up for a journey of self-discovery and empowerment through mindful movement.

Instructor: Jackie Boone

YOGA FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT (Zoom)

Thursday, August 6 through August 27, 10:00 a.m.

Fee: $30 resident/$35 nonresident

Designed for all levels, these classes use chair for support and offer safe and supportive practices to help reduce tension, increase mobility, manage back pain, arthritis, or everyday aches. Using PainCare Aware principles, you will learn to listen to your body’s signals, never forcing or ignoring pain. Resistance bands are used at times and will help you build strength without overdoing it. We will add simple meditation and breathwork practices to reduce stress and balance the nervous system. Together these simple yet powerful practices help you grow stronger, feel more relaxed, and most of all, comfortable in your body.

Instructor: Danalee Gascon

FIRST FRIDAY FILM — “BETWEEN THE TEMPLES” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, August 7, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Ben Gottlieb is a cantor in a small New York town, still adrift after the death of his wife and struggling to find his voice — literally and spiritually. When Carla, his warm and witty childhood music teacher, walks back into his life with an unusual request — she wants to finally have her bat mitzvah at age seventy — the two form an unlikely bond that challenges them both. By turns funny and bittersweet, the film is a quietly moving story about grief, second chances, and the unexpected connections that pull us back to life.

Genre: Comedy/Drama; Rated: R; Run Time: 1 hour, 51 minutes

This film is rated R for language and some sexual references.

Registration required, no fee.

DAY TRIP TO ATLANTIC CITY

Thursday, August 13, 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Fee: $115

Feeling lucky? Join us for an exciting getaway to Atlantic City packed with fun, entertainment, and seaside views. Spend the day exploring lively casinos, strolling along the iconic boardwalk, enjoying delicious food, and soaking in the energy of the shore. Guests will also enjoy a scenic cruise experience, offering beautiful waterfront views and a chance to “Sea” Atlantic City from a whole new perspective. Whether you’re looking to relax, try your luck, or enjoy a memorable day with friends, this trip promises the perfect seaside escape.

Your ticket includes: Round trip transportation, $15 food credit, $20 slot play, one hour cruise, and all tips and taxes.

PRINCETON HUMAN SERVICES SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL BACKPACK DRIVE

Help Princeton children from families seeking support prepare for school with a backpack full of supplies! Donate any of the following items and bring them to the Princeton Human Services Department located at One Monument Dr., Princeton, NJ 08540

Common School Supplies Needed:

• Middle School Backpacks
• Graphing Calculators
• Mechanical Pencils
• Pens
• Pencil Cases
• Highlighters
• Folders
• Laptop Sleeves

Bring your donations to the human services office by July 31, or drop off at CMAP's SPB and NSK locations by July 30, and we will deliver them to human services.

If you have any questions please call: 609.688.2055 or email humanservices@princetonnj.gov