PEOPLE & PEACE TALK SHOW: MAYOR MARK FREDA WITH CONRAD STRAUCH (Hybrid: In-Person at SPB Location and on Zoom)

Wednesday, March 25, 5:00–6:30 p.m.

How do you lead a town like Princeton — diverse, dynamic, and carrying the weight of a changing nation — with empathy and joy?

In this heartfelt episode of People & Peace, host Conrad Strauch welcomes Mayor Mark Freda for an honest, warm, and wide-ranging conversation about civic leadership in complex times. Together, they explore what it means to truly show up for a community — amidst national division, local needs, and personal responsibility.

From immigration and inclusion to everyday public service, Mayor Freda shares how he protects and uplifts the people of Princeton, and how he finds peace in the process. He is a consistent presence at nearly every local event, and a quiet and powerful symbol of connection and care. In this episode, we glimpse how, and why, he does it.

Join us for a conversation full of heart, humor, and real talk about leadership, belonging, and building unity in a divided world.

Registration required; no fee. 

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To catch up on the previous People & Peace conversation with Stephen Kim “Fostering Inspiration, Education, and Conversation at the Princeton University Art Museum,” before this session, please view the episode on our YouTube channel HERE.

iLEARN THE iPHONE (Zoom)

Thursday, March 26, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Join us for a Zoom only crash course on learning the ins and outs of your iPhone. Learn useful functions and tips and tricks to level up your iPhone usage. After the class, our instructor will stay for additional time for some comprehensive Q&As with the class. Participants who would like more assistance after class are encouraged to talk to the instructor about scheduling individual one-on-one coaching sessions to further their skills. This class is considered a Level 1 class.

Registration Required, no fee.

REEL TALK: “AGING IN AMERICA: SURVIVE OR THRIVE” (Zoom)

Friday, March 27, 2:00 p.m. 

Join Reel Talk for a viewing and follow up discussion on the 2025 PBS documentary: “Aging in America: Survive or Thrive.” Narrated by Martin Sheen, this one-hour documentary celebrates the promise of increased longevity while addressing crucial and unprecedented public policy challenges. Using Dr. Robert Butler’s Pulitzer Prize winning book, “Why Survive?” as a guide, the film explores critical topics such as ageism, healthcare, economic insecurity, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Registration required, no fee.

AGELESS GRACE (In-Person at MH Location)

Fridays, March 27, 10:00–11:00 a.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. In this session, you’ll engage in twenty-one fun and effective movements (known as “tools”) performed while comfortably seated. Each exercise targets key brain functions like memory, sensory perception, motor skills, and thought processing. Plus, having fun is a must! Don’t miss this chance to refresh your mind and body.

Instructor: Allyson Toth

TED TALKS (Hybrid – In-Person at SPB 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 31 — Manoush Zomorodi: Sitting all day is killing you — here’s what to do about it

Registration required, no fee.

TABLE TENNIS (In-Person at SPB Location)

Every Monday and Friday, 1:00–4:30 p.m.

Join us for camaraderie, exercise, and fun! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all skill levels are welcome to participate in this energetic and exciting sport. Come and enjoy the game with us!

Registration required, no fee.

THE DONALD AND NANCY LIGHT TECHNOLOGY LITERACY LAB

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

Evening tech help is on hiatus for February

Our well-appointed and roomy Tech Lab welcomes you with PC’s 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 and Virtually on Zoom. Appointments recommended, walk-ins welcome at SPB location.

MEDITATION FOR MIND-BODY BALANCE VIRTUAL TRIAL CLASS (Zoom)

Monday, March 23, 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Join this free virtual guided meditation class and gain skills around managing anxiety, promoting relaxation, improving focus, and fostering a positive state of mind.

Registration required, no fee.

YOGA FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT FREE VIRTUAL TRIAL CLASS (Zoom)

Thursday, March 26, 10:00–11:00 a.m.

If you’re living with back pain, arthritis, or daily aches, your journey to relief starts here. Join our free trial class designed for all levels.

Registration required, no fee.

THE PAINTER’S STUDIO - SPRING QUARTER (In-Person at SPB Location)

Wednesdays, April 1 through June 24, 2:00–4:00 p.m. 

Fee: $135 resident/$150 nonresident

Step into The Painter’s Studio, a dynamic and inspiring class designed for painters ready to take their skills to the next level. This intermediate-level course is your opportunity to refine techniques, experiment with new styles, and develop your unique artistic voice. Students to provide their own supplies. List available upon request.

Instructor: Christina Rang

BEGINNERS ART WORKSHOP – SPRING QUARTER (In-Person at SPB Location)

Tuesdays, April 7 through June 30, 2:00–4:00 p.m. 

Fee: $135 resident/$150 nonresident

This class will guide you in the art of watercolor painting and help you appreciate the beauty in the world around you. Whether working on a still life, landscape, or portrait, you will learn to convey each scene through light, texture, and color.

Instructor: Christina Rang

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

Wednesday, April 8, 5:30–7:30 p.m.; Fee: $10 

An Evening Pop-Up Art Studio: Create, Connect, and Unwind, a welcoming drop-in pop-up art studio where creativity meets the 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 is needed, bring yourself and a willingness to create.

FIRST FRIDAY FILM: “A REAL PAIN” (Hybrid - In-Person at SPB Location and on Zoom)

Friday, April 3, 1:00 p.m.

“A Real Pain” explores family, trauma, and self-discovery through the strained relationship of two cousins. Kieran Culkin delivers a widely praised, emotionally raw performance as Benji, while Jesse Eisenberg is recognized for authentic writing and direction. The film’s reflections on the Holocaust and its use of Chopin’s music enrich the atmosphere, making it a poignant and thoughtful experience.

Genre: Drama/Adventure; Rated: R; Run Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Rated R for language throughout and some drug use.

Registration required, no fee.

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WE MAY BE RIGHT

Nationally-Touring Billy Joel Cover Band​

Sunday, April 19, 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Stone Hill Church, 1025 Bunn Drive, Princeton, NJ

Dessert reception following concert

General Admission Tickets: $40

Patron Ticket (includes a $60 donation): $100

Maestro Patron (includes a $170 donation and two tickets): $250 

Or Become an Event Sponsor (Sponsorship Information Below)

For more information, please contact Wendell Collins, chief development officer, at wcollins@cmaprinceton.org, or call 609.751.9699, ext. 103.