'ART OF' SERIES

Thursday, September 14 | 6pm
@ Grounds for Sculpture at The Seward Johnson Atelier 
SOLD OUT

Join us for an exclusive tour of the Johnson Atelier. Enjoy a glass of wine or beer and tour behind-the-scenes in the working atelier with Lynn DeClemente Losavio, Program Officer. Hear about their upcoming project, the artists they are working with and all they are doing to build community.

Friday, September 8 | 5:30pm
@  Arts Council of Princeton

Young collectors exist! A point made beautifully clear in The New Antiquarians, the stunning new release by Michael Diaz-Griffith.

The once rarefied world of antiques is bursting open thanks to a new generation of collectors. The New Antiquarians features twenty-two young connoisseurs whose spirited interiors exemplify unorthodox approaches to living with history. Hailing from across the United States and Britain, they brazenly blend the old with the new, embrace anachronism and pastiche, employ serious knowledge with humor and wit, and consider vintage and historical objects through the lens of contemporary values. The New Antiquarians is an exuberant entry point into the world of antiques, highlighting one-of-a-kind collections and the single-minded collectors whose stories suggest compelling new ways of living with the past.

Meet the author, receive your signed copy of The New Antiquarians, and enjoy refreshments during a post-talk reception. This ART OF event will inspire you to collect, or at least begin dreaming about it! After all: three of anything makes a collection, but a collecting practice can be ignited, quietly, by a single bewitching object.

Michael Diaz-Griffith is an art historian, designer, and Executive Director & COO of the Design Leadership Network. Prior to joining the DLN, Diaz-Griffith served as Executive Director of Sir John Soane’s Museum Foundation and as Associate Executive Director of The Winter Show, America’s most prestigious and longest-running art and antiques fair.

Tickets for this fundraising event include a new copy of The New Antiquarians (value: $65). Thank you for supporting the arts!

Thursday, July 27 | 5:30pm
@ Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

A well composed tamale is a work of art! Sample three versions of homemade tamales with Viridiana Martinez Weiss, owner of La Lupita Groceries in Princeton, and learn about the long and rich history of this beloved dish. A perfect parnter to the tamale is the Cantarito, a popular Mexican cocktail made with tequila and fresh citrus fruits and juices served in traditional clay jarritos. A perfect pairing for a festive summer evening!

Thursday, June 1 | 5:30-7pm
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Beer lovers and Epicurous, don’t miss this unforgettable experience! Charles Nouwen, Beer Sommelier and Master Brewer from Belgium, will take you on a journey to enjoy the best of fine beers and boutique cheeses paired together. Through stories, anecdotes and fun facts, you will learn why these two historical farm products are made for each other. Four carefully selected pairings along with artisanal breads and fruits will have your tastebuds singing!

To learn more about Charles, click here.

Saturday, Apri 22 | 7:30-9:30pm
@ Lynne & Joe Kossow’s Princeton home
SOLD OUT

In the Art of Scotch & Sweets, participants will learn about and sample single malt Scotch Whisky that comes from five different distilleries located mainly in the Scottish Highlands and Islands off the west coast of Scotland. Each whisky has its own distinct aroma, taste, and finish, reflecting the philosophy of its maker and the region from which it hails. Appropriate after dinner pairings will accompany the Scotch, including chocolates, fruits and baked desserts.

Sunday, April 2 | 3:45-5:45pm
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Back by popular demand! Chocolate connoisseur, Alex Pimentel, will guide this artisanal chocolate making workshop using organic cacao from Peru. Design and make your own custom gourmet chocolate treats to take home! Adults and children above the age of 7 (with a parent or guardian) are all welcome.

Sunday, March 12 | 4-6pm
@ the Muslim Center of Greater Princeton 
SOLD OUT

Hosted at the Muslim Center of Greater Princeton, this ART OF experience celebrates the customs of Ramadan and Iftar. Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims across the globe, where one abstains from food and water from sunrise to sunset. The meal that is eaten to break the fast at sunset is called Iftar.

Join us for Iftar as we learn more about this sacred month, its traditions, and the foods that go along with it.

Guests will enjoy tasty bites from Khan Baba restaurant and insightful conversation during this inter-faith gathering. Guests will also have the opportunity to get a personalized name calligraphy to take home. Tours will also be available of the center after the event. 

Thursday, March 9 | 5:30pm
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Saturday, March 4 | 10:30-11:30am 
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Preschool teacher Bentley Drezner will host a fun and collaborative workshop for preschoolers and their caregivers to explore free and easy ways to promote creative play. Bagels, juice, and coffee will follow.

El juego permite que los niños utilicen su creatividad junto con el desarrollo de la imaginación, su físico, y su fuerza emocional. El Profesor Bentley Drezner de Preescolar va a presentar un taller para estudiantes de preescolar y a sus padres , o cuidadores. Este taller le va a enseñar como pueden promover la imaginación y juego creativo en una manera que es gratis y fácil para todos. Y Después del taller vamos a tener café y rosquilla.

Friday, February 10 | 5-7pm
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Give pottery a whirl! Award-winning ceramicist and ACP Executive Director Adam Welch will introduce you to the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Watch a quick, detailed demo on the wheel — then it’s your turn! You throw, choose your glaze, and we take care of the rest. Your finished piece will be ready for pick-up in a few weeks.

Tickets include this small-group tutorial and a glass of wine. No experience required, just come eager to play with clay and have some fun.

Chocolate connoisseur, Alex Pimentel, will guide this artisanal chocolate making workshop using organic cacao from Peru. Design and make your own custom gourmet chocolate bars to take home! Adults and children above the age of 10 are all welcome.

Saturday, January 21 | 7-11pm
@ the Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Dress in your best red threads and immerse yourself in Salsa and Bachata with instructor Mike Andino of Estilo Dance Studio!  After you’ve perfected your moves, the music by DJ Poli, one of Philly’s top Latin DJs, will keep you on the dance floor all evening. Enjoy beer and wine and dinner. No partner or experience needed!

Proceeds from this fundraiser will support smART kids, the Arts Council’s arts enrichment program for our community’s middle school students from low to moderate income families. Thank you for helping us build community through the arts.

Thursday, December 1 | 6-7:30pm
@ the ACP
SOLD OUT

Rebecca Kutzer-Rice, owner of Moonshot Farm – a specialty cut flower farm in East Windsor, will guide as you create the perfect holiday wreath or centerpiece to help kick off the season. You will quickly learn why Moonshot classes and events are a community favorite.

Thursday, November 10 | 6-8pm
@ Kathy & Jamie Herring’s Princeton home
SOLD OUT

Learn to navigate life’s uncertainties and use astrology to paint a portrait of your life. Join Debora Haines, author of Moonstones: Fall Equinox for dinner and explore how astrology, astronomy and gemology can help us better understand our nature and the complexities of the personalities which surround us. Each attendee will receive a copy of Moonstones: Fall Equinox, a novel which draws inspiration from years spent studying the art of astrology. 

Saturday October 22 | 6-9pm
@ the home of Michelle & George Lambros

Join us to celebrate Karima Muyaes, an internationally renowned Mexican artist. The evening will feature an artist talk from Karima and dinner hosted at Michelle and George Lambros’ art-filled Princeton home. View Karima’s work on exhibit in our Solley Lobby Gallery October 17 through November 7.

Sunday October 9 | 5-6:30pm
@ Arts Council of Princeton
SOLD OUT

Join Terra Momo’s Carlo Momo and wine expert Lionel de Ravel as they continue their battle to determine which country offers superior wines: Spain or France. After tasting four wines from two storied old-world wine producing countries, you will be ready to take a side!  Enjoy light refreshments and wine related banter. 

Admission includes a bottle of wine from a collection curated by Carlo and Lionel. 

Saturday October 1 | 10-11am
@ Arts Council of Princeton
FREE – SOLD OUT

Play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Preschool teacher, Bentley Drezner, will host a fun and collaborative workshop for preschoolers and their caregivers to explore free and easy ways to promote imagination and creative play. A bagel and coffee breakfast will follow! 

Sunday September 18 | 3-4:30pm
@ Grounds for Sculpture
SOLD OUT 

Join Grounds for Sculpture Horticulturist, Janis Napoli, to tour the spectacular grounds and learn about the wide variety of native and exotic trees and plants that grace the 42-acre sculpture park and museum.