BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Arts Council of Princeton - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Arts Council of Princeton REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTSTAMP:20260813T143600Z CREATED:20260812T204645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T143600Z UID:10002775-1791590400-1794095999@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Ghada Amer: A New World DESCRIPTION:Ghada Amer: A New World\nOn View: October 10 – November 7\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, October 10\, 3-5pmArtist talk + seated dinner: Friday\, October 9\, 6-9pm (tickets + details here)\nAbout Ghada Amer:Ghada Amer was born in Cairo (Egypt) in 1963. In 1974\, her parents relocated to France where she began her artistic training ten years later at Villa Arson\, Nice\, France. She currently lives and works between New York and Paris and has exhibited among others at the Venice Biennale\, the Sydney Biennale\, the Whitney Biennale\, and the Brooklyn Museum. \n“I believe that all women should like their bodies and use them as tools of seduction\,” Amer stated; and in her well-known erotic embroideries\, she at once rejects oppressive laws set in place to govern women’s attitudes toward their bodies and repudiates first-wave feminist theory that the body must be denied to prevent victimization. By depicting explicit sexual acts with the delicacy of needle and thread\, their significance assumes a tenderness that simple objectification ignores. \nGhada Amer continuously allows herself to explore the dichotomies of an uneasy world and confronts the language of hostility and finality with unsettled narratives of longing and love. \nGhada Amer’s work addresses first and foremost the ambiguous\, transitory nature of the paradox that arises when searching for concrete definitions of east and west\, feminine and masculine\, art and craft. Through her paintings\, sculptures and public garden projects\, Amer takes traditional notions of cultural identity\, abstraction\, and religious fundamentalism and turns them on their heads. \nExhibiting Statement coming soon. \n \n Artist Website URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/ghada-amer-a-new-world/ LOCATION:Taplin Gallery – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Exhibitions,Featured Events,Free or Low Cost,Taplin Gallery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/artofghadaamer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTSTAMP:20260813T201245Z CREATED:20260813T201245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T201245Z UID:10002777-1791590400-1794095999@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Plant Planet: Two Views of Nature Printing DESCRIPTION:Plant Planet: Two Views of Nature Printing\nby Laura Bethmann and Lisa Madson\n\nOn View: October 10 – November 7\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, October 10\, 3-5pm\nLaura Bettman in the Siegal Gallery & Lisa Madson in the Lower Level Gallery\n\n\nArtist statement: \nNature Printing: Natural objects\, printed by hand\, are direct impressions of life.\nThe forms\, patterns and textures of leaves\, flowers\, roots\, fruits\, tree bark\, seeds\, vegetables\, and a host of natural objects produce phenomenally expressive\, life-sized artwork. The spontaneity\, immediacy\, and organic qualities of even the simplest nature print depict true visual characteristics of the natural world. \nAn Ancient Practice\nLeonardo da Vinci described this process on folio 72 verso of his ‘Codice Atlantico’ including a nature printed sage leaf. Benjamin Franklin devised a secret nature printing process when printing colonial currency in Philadelphia. Nature printing is a little-known technique today\, but it holds a fascinating and worldwide history. This practice served as art and craft\, and as a science for the study and identification of plants. Although it has been traced back thousands of years\, its origins have never been discovered. \nTwo Views: Lisa Madson and Laura Bethmann\nLisa lives and works in northern New Jersey. Laura lives and works in southern New Jersey. The highlands and mountainous regions versus the Pine Barrens and flat\, rich farmlands. Both of these regions are catalysts for creative innovation\, as these artists make vivid associations with their surroundings and explore a kinship with the natural world. \nTwo Views: Nature Printing\nLisa presents artworks that portray a moment in time with insight into our connections to the environment. She translates the beauty of nature through a steam dyeing process where the natural pigments and patterns of plants project their images onto paper or canvas. Lisa invites nature’s outdoor elements to play a role in determining the final result\, such as floating a printed canvas on the river for pattern\, or aging it through the winter in ice and snow. Other media include inks\, embroidery\, cyanotype\, silkscreen and encaustic.\nLaura is influenced by the fantastic structures\, delicacy\, and mystery of botanical life. She has continued to be excited by adventures in the experimental process of nature printing for over 40 years. Her process is direct printing. Botanicals\, carefully inked or painted\, are printed by hand onto papers\, fabrics\, and a variety of other surfaces. Her nature printing media include relief ink\, watercolor\, and acrylic. Laura’s botanically-inspired watercolor paintings include ink nature printing\, color pencil and collage. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/plant-planet-two-views-of-nature-printing/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free or Low Cost,Lower Level Gallery,Solley Lobby ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/twoviews_header.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T150000 DTSTAMP:20260819T192201Z CREATED:20260204T163118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T192201Z UID:10002506-1791720000-1791730800@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Princeton Community Chili Cook-Off 2026 DESCRIPTION:Princeton is chock-full of talented home cooks and impressive professional chefs. The fan-favorite annual Community Chili Cook-Off\, hosted by the Arts Council and the Historical Society of Princeton\, puts their skills to the test. Join us at the beautiful Updike Farmstead on Quaker Road for a good old-fashioned cook-off. Our contestants will serve up tasty samples all afternoon — try them all and cast a vote for your favorite. At 2:30pm\, we’ll present the coveted awards. Make a day of it: there will be 15 different chilis to try\, but you’re invited to round out your lunch with a picnic (no alcohol\, please!) Treat yourself to our lemonade stand or a deliciously crisp brew from Triumph Brewery\, with a portion of proceeds benefiting ACP + HSP. A live bluegrass band and lawn games will complete this festive fall day on the farm. So\, who will be named Princeton Chili Champion?! You’ll be the judge of that.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCONTESTANT REGISTRATION\n \nAre you famous among your crew for the best chili recipe? It’s time to make it official!  \nRegistration is first-come\, first served. \n \n amateur registration\n \n \nRestaurants\, caterers\, private chefs\, or pros of any kind — the next button is for you! \nParticipating Pros for our 2026 Cook-Off include Mediterra\, Jammin’ Crepes\, Yankee Doodle Tap Room\, Chef Tom Wu\, Wood Craft Catering\, and Small World Coffee. \nRegistration is first-come\, first served. \n \n pro registration\n \nTICKETS\nFriends\, this event sells out! We hate turning folks away\, so please purchase your ticket in advance to ensure you’re in on the fun. It is likely that no door sales will be available. \n \n attendee tickets\n \nTake a look at last year’s photo album! \n\nFAQ\n\n\n How do I get there and where can I park?\n \nThe address of Updike Farmstead is 354 Quaker Road\, Princeton\, NJ 08540. We’re just minutes from downtown Princeton! \nUpon arriving to the Farmstead\, you will see volunteers guiding you to available parking. Proceed then to the entrance of a barn — you’ll see ACP + HSP staff at the check in table. \nPro-tip for locals: avoid parking all together and take advantage of bike paths along the canal towpath. \n\n\n\n What do I need to know to participate as a contestant?\n \nIf you’ve been waiting for a chance to show off your chili recipe\, registration is now open on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nYou should register under the Amateur category if you are a home cook. If you’re representing a business of any kind — restaurant\, caterer\, private chef — please use the Pro registration.  \nOnly one entry per person\, group\, or restaurant is permitted. \nAll ingredients must be pre-cooked before the event. Chili is to be brought ready to eat and reheated on-site. Chili must be presented in a sanitary crock-pot or similar pot and served at a temperature of 180 degrees. All subject to inspection by Princeton Health Department. Each contestant will have access to ONE outlet\, no exceptions. \nEach contestant must prepare a minimum of 200 2oz samples of chili.  \nChili tasting cups\, spoons\, and napkins will be provided. Contestants are required to provide ingredients\, garnishes\, and kitchen tools\, including serving utensils. Contestants must be at their tasting table for the event’s duration to serve attendees. \nParticipants receive one “plus one” to assist with set-up and serving and all other family and friends must buy a ticket. This is a fundraiser for TWO neighborhood non-profits — invite everyone ya know! Our last two events were sold out\, so advise them not to wait too long to snag their tix as it’s likely none will be available at the door. \n\n\n\n What should I bring as an attendee?\n \nWhile you don’t need to bring anything\, you may choose to make the most of the day by bringing along picnic blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. You may bring additional snacks to enjoy alongside your chili\, but please refrain from any alcoholic beverages. Triumph beer and lemonade will be available for sale. Water will be available to fill your reusable bottles. \nWe welcome you to bring along lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets for your comfort while you enjoy the music. Pack your family’s favorite card game or a book — enjoy the day how you please. \n\n\n\n Do I need a ticket?\n \nYES! Every attendee must be registered and check in with staff at the door. You do not need to bring a physical ticket — your name will be on the list at the door.  \nKindly note that this event has sold out in prior years. While we know (and love!) that our cheftestants roll with a fan club\,  family members and friends all need tickets to enter the event.  \n\n\n\n I have more questions!\n \nWe have more answers!! Just shoot us an email 🙂 \n\nThe address of Updike Farmstead is 354 Quaker Road\, Princeton\, NJ 08540. We’re just minutes from downtown Princeton! \nUpon arriving to the Farmstead\, you will see volunteers guiding you to available parking. Proceed then to the entrance of a barn — you’ll see ACP + HSP staff at the check in table. \nPro-tip for locals: avoid parking all together and take advantage of bike paths along the canal towpath. \nIf you’ve been waiting for a chance to show off your chili recipe\, registration is now open on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \nYou should register under the Amateur category if you are a home cook. If you’re representing a business of any kind — restaurant\, caterer\, private chef — please use the Pro registration.  \nOnly one entry per person\, group\, or restaurant is permitted. \nAll ingredients must be pre-cooked before the event. Chili is to be brought ready to eat and reheated on-site. Chili must be presented in a sanitary crock-pot or similar pot and served at a temperature of 180 degrees. All subject to inspection by Princeton Health Department. Each contestant will have access to ONE outlet\, no exceptions. \nEach contestant must prepare a minimum of 200 2oz samples of chili.  \nChili tasting cups\, spoons\, and napkins will be provided. Contestants are required to provide ingredients\, garnishes\, and kitchen tools\, including serving utensils. Contestants must be at their tasting table for the event’s duration to serve attendees. \nParticipants receive one “plus one” to assist with set-up and serving and all other family and friends must buy a ticket. This is a fundraiser for TWO neighborhood non-profits — invite everyone ya know! Our last two events were sold out\, so advise them not to wait too long to snag their tix as it’s likely none will be available at the door. \nWhile you don’t need to bring anything\, you may choose to make the most of the day by bringing along picnic blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. You may bring additional snacks to enjoy alongside your chili\, but please refrain from any alcoholic beverages. Triumph beer and lemonade will be available for sale. Water will be available to fill your reusable bottles. \nWe welcome you to bring along lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets for your comfort while you enjoy the music. Pack your family’s favorite card game or a book — enjoy the day how you please. \nYES! Every attendee must be registered and check in with staff at the door. You do not need to bring a physical ticket — your name will be on the list at the door.  \nKindly note that this event has sold out in prior years. While we know (and love!) that our cheftestants roll with a fan club\,  family members and friends all need tickets to enter the event.  \nWe have more answers!! Just shoot us an email 🙂 \nTHANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/princeton-chili-cook-off/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Featured Events,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/princeton-chili-cook-off-scaled.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR