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SUMMARY:ART OF Mixology with 3BR Distillery
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-mixology/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:ART OF
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SUMMARY:Pop-Up Choir Princeton
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/pop-up-choir-princeton-may20-26/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
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SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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SUMMARY:Story & Verse: A Storytelling and Poetic Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/story-verse-a-storytelling-and-poetic-open-mic-may26/
LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
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SUMMARY:Café Improv
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/monthly-cafe-improv-open-mic/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
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SUMMARY:Craft Corner
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/craft-corner-may26/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T183000
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SUMMARY:ART OF Living Lightly
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-living-lightly/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:ART OF
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SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001252-1781118000-1781125200@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20260309T162736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T163035Z
UID:10002530-1781449200-1781456400@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:ART OF The Revolution
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Clarke House\, 500 Mercer Road\, Princeton\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:ART OF
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001253-1781722800-1781730000@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001254-1782327600-1782334800@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20250528T203820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T200912Z
UID:10002218-1782586800-1782597600@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Café Improv
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/monthly-cafe-improv-open-mic/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20260403T003903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T003903Z
UID:10002544-1782640800-1782669600@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Princeton Yoga Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/princeton-yoga-fest-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001255-1782932400-1782939600@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001256-1783537200-1783544400@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001257-1784142000-1784149200@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001258-1784746800-1784754000@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20250528T203820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T200912Z
UID:10002219-1785006000-1785016800@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Café Improv
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/monthly-cafe-improv-open-mic/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/9330769.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085516
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001259-1785351600-1785358800@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20260306T162617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T165454Z
UID:10002529-1785574800-1785589200@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:yART Sale
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/yart-sale-26/
LOCATION:Arts Council Parking Lot\, 102 Witherspoon Street\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20260129T154407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T154757Z
UID:10002501-1785888000-1785974399@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Joint Effort Witherspoon-Jackson Community Princeton Safe Streets
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/joint-effort-witherspoon-jackson-community-princeton-safe-streets/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/safe_streets.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001260-1785956400-1785963600@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001261-1786561200-1786568400@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
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SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20250528T203820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T200912Z
UID:10002220-1787425200-1787436000@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Café Improv
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/monthly-cafe-improv-open-mic/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001263-1787770800-1787778000@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
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SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085517
CREATED:20240124T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152226Z
UID:10001265-1788980400-1788987600@artscouncilofprinceton.org
SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM)
DESCRIPTION:About Dogoyles:\nVictor Bell’s deep affection for rescue dogs\, and the unconditional love they so freely give\, sparked the creation of Princeton’s Dogoyles. Equally inspired by the spirit of his community\, Victor imagined a series of whimsical guardians that celebrate both canine devotion and neighborhood pride as his Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Spring 2025 project. \nThese ceramic “dogoyles” (a magical blend of dog\, dragon\, and gargoyle) were originally crafted for beloved small businesses and community landmarks across town. Each one was designed to channel the sense of belonging\, protection\, and joy that dogs and local gathering places offer. Now reunited in our gallery\, the full pack brings their collective magic together in one space. \nEvery dogoyle is accompanied by a QR code linking to SAVE\, our local animal shelter\, extending Victor’s hope that these sculptures inspire others to support and experience the transformative love of rescue animals. \n \nAbout Victor Bell:\nHaving grown up in Princeton\, I was lucky enough to experience the magic of the Arts Council and the community from an early age. My parents were both inspirational to me in their passions for creation\, from my artist mother and my inventor father. I graduated from Rowan University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in MIS. During my last semester\, I took one ceramics class but did not plan on ever doing it again. I work for my family’s small business and until recently\, I did not consider myself to be much of an artist. \nAbout 3 years\, ago I got my hands back into clay and I am so grateful. I started taking beginner ceramics classes at the Arts Council where I found a passion for sculpting dogs. After getting a solid foundation of skills\, I started practicing at a studio in New York City on 46th and 10th called Mud Matters. Early on\, my goal was to somehow have my clay sculptures help rescue dogs. \nWhy dogs? In 2018\, my family rescued two dogs and they changed our lives. The unconditional love that a dog teaches us is truly otherworldly. This feeling of spiritual protection is what I am trying to capture in my sculptures. Similar to how a gargoyle protects a space by scaring off bad spirits\, my gargoyle-esque creatures bring forth the same feeling of safety which a dog provides. \nThe art serves functionally as a vessel for love. The feeling when you look at a dog and your emotions overflow you can put into these forms. Through creating with my own emotions for my dogs\, my hope is these whimsical beasts can inspire others to create with their hands\, hearts\, and minds. \nBy placing them throughout the community\, I wish to remind people that while we are all different\, we share the same feelings of love. These shared experiences are important to celebrate and are what will bring us all closer together. This is my reason for creating\, enjoy! \nAbout the Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program:\nThe Anne Reeves Artist-in-Residence Program\, named after ACP Founding Director\, was established by the Arts Council in 2009 to offer artists the opportunity to conceptualize and create work while providing the community with creative interaction with working artists in all disciplines.
URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost
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