THIS IS GRANDPAL FRANK McBREARITY

Learn how our GrandPal Frank McBrearity is pursuing a degree in MGA (Master’s of Grandparent Administration) and spreading joy one fist bump at a time here: https://cmaprinceton.org/2025/03/13/grandpal-frank-mcbrearity/

CELEBRATE HOLI: LOVE AND COLOR (In-Person at NSK Location)

Tuesday, March 18, 4:00–5:30 p.m.

Fee: $5

Celebrate Holi, the festival of colors, love, and renewal! This vibrant tradition is a time to welcome spring, share joy, and connect with one another. Join us for lively music, dancing, exciting contests with prizes, and delicious snacks and drinks. Add a splash of color to your day in a fun and mindful way as we honor the beauty of this cherished celebration. Let’s come together to create colorful memories, embrace unity, and enjoy the festive spirit of Holi!

Facilitator: Anuja Gupta

WOMEN OF PRINCETON: LEADING LOCALLY, IMPACTING GLOBALLY (Hybrid – In-person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Wednesday, March 19, 3:30–5:00 p.m.

Join us for a special EmpowerHer edition in honor of Women’s History Month. Our panel of inspiring community leaders including Joan Girgus, Eve Mandel, Leticia Fraga, and Dr. Ronah Harris will share stories of resilience, leadership, and transformation. Discover how women, through their unique perspectives, inspire change, build communities, and shape social progress.

Registration required, no fee. 

CMAP SPRING FUNDRAISER — THE STRAIGHT AHEAD BIG BAND

Sunday, April 27, 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Stone Hill Church, 1025 Bunn Drive, Princeton, NJ

Dessert reception following concert

Ticket(s) $40 each

Patron Level $100 each

The Bucks County-based Straight Ahead Big Band is celebrating more than twenty years of electrifying performances and classic hits! This dynamic twenty-two-piece ensemble, accompanied by a talented lineup of vocalists, brings the golden age of swing to life. From the unforgettable melodies of the Great American Songbook to the vibrant rhythms of Latin, jazz, and rock favorites, their performances are a captivating journey through musical history.

Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of live big band music — a night filled with energy, nostalgia, and irresistible grooves! 

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

Tuesdays in March, 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:

March 18 — Nadine Burke Harris: How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime

Registration required, no fee.

EXPLORING FEMINIST WRITERS (In-Person) 

Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m.–noon for five weeks beginning April 1 through April 29

Carol Friend 

Sample readings and consider how literature can shape gender identity and how women writers have reshaped those identities through literature of their own.

POKER: TEXAS HOLD ’EM OPEN PLAY (In-Person at SPB Location)

Thursday, March 6 and March 20, 2:00–3:30 p.m. 

Ready to test your poker face? Join our Texas Hold ’em group for exciting, strategy-filled games! This is perfect for those who already have a basic understanding of the game. Enjoy the thrill of poker in a friendly, no-money environment. Sharpen your skills, meet new friends, and have a great time — no stakes, just fun!

Registration required, no fee.

MEN & WOMEN IN RETIREMENT SPECIAL PRESENTATION: “THE LIFE AND PAINTINGS OF LEONARDO DAVINCI” (Hybrid - In-Person at NSK Location and on Zoom)

Friday, March 21, 10:00 a.m.

“Leonardo da Vinci – ‘A man who awoke in the darkness, while everyone else was still asleep.’”— Sigmund Freud

Bart D’Andrea, a former graphic designer and adjunct instructor, will explore the life of Leonardo da Vinci and delve into two of his most iconic works: “The Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper.” A member of MIR, Bart has delivered numerous engaging lectures on art and renowned artists.

Registration required, no fee.

SEEING CLOSELY: A PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT BY ALAN CHIMACOFF (In-Person at NSK Location)

Tuesday, March 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Embark on a journey of discovery through Alan Chimacoff’s lens, where the unnoticed becomes extraordinary. From the weathered texture of an eroded wooden board to the mysterious beauty of the unknown, his work unveils the hidden stories in our surroundings.

With a keen eye for composition and form, Alan transforms the ordinary into moments of visual poetry. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the artist, ask questions, and explore the inspiration behind his compelling images.

Registration required, no fee.

AARP FREE TAX ASSISTANCE (In-Person at SPB Location)

Fridays through April 11

Appointments available at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 12:30 p.m.

AARP sponsors free tax assistance for older adults and low- and moderate-income individuals through the AARP Tax-Aide program. AARP volunteers who are certified by the IRS will be available to prepare and electronically file individual Federal and New Jersey State returns. These volunteer preparers are particularly familiar with tax regulations and rebate programs that affect older adults.

Registration required, no fee.

PINGPONGPARKINSON (In-person at SPB Location)

Wednesdays in March, 3:00–4:30 p.m.

We’re on a mission to promote healthy aging for Parkinson’s patients by creating a supportive and engaging community. Ping pong provides physical exercise, one of the most effective ways to improve Parkinson’s symptoms. Our sessions begin with engaging conversation, followed by body warm-up, skill-building drills, gameplay, and end with coordination exercises, song, and laughter.

Registration required, no fee.

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

Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m.

Fee: $40 for year

Peer-led discussion about the nature of the universe based on physics and metaphysics. 

Instructor: Contact brucewallman@gmail.com for more information.

THE DONALD AND NANCY LIGHT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY LAB

Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Our well-appointed and roomy Tech Lab welcomes you with brand new PCs and MAC computers. Stop by to check your email, get some work done, connect with friends and family, or surf the web. 

Tech assistance is available two ways: in-person Monday through Thursday, 3:30–5:00 p.m. and Fridays, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at our NSK location; and virtually, Monday through Friday.