BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Arts Council of Princeton - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Arts Council of Princeton X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Arts Council of Princeton REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T200000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251205T195321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T195347Z UID:10002436-1776448800-1776456000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:ACP BYOB: Wheel Ceramics DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/acp-byob-wheel-ceramics-apr26/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/wheelthrowing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T173000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260305T194959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T201214Z UID:10002528-1776528000-1776533400@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Princeton French Film Festival Screening: Cartoonists: Footsoldiers of Democracy DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/princeton-french-film-festival-film-screening-cartoonists-footsoldiers-of-democracy/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PFF4-banderole-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260402T171750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T172428Z UID:10002543-1776762000-1777050000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Art People Party Tombola Preview Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-people-party-tombola-preview-exhibition/ LOCATION:Taplin Gallery – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Taplin Gallery END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001245-1776884400-1776891600@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-04-22/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T220000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251219T165910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T143204Z UID:10002468-1777057200-1777068000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Art People Party DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-people-party-2026/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ArtPeopleParty2026_header1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T133000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260319T155336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T193940Z UID:10002539-1777118400-1777123800@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Story & Verse: Storytelling + Poetic Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/story-verse-a-storytelling-and-poetic-open-mic-apr26/ LOCATION:Hinds Plaza\, 66 Witherspoon Street\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08542 CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/51997759384_bab2b595d9_k-e1774377361156.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20250716T134933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T135108Z UID:10002308-1777118400-1777140000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Princeton Porchfest 2026 - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/princeton-porchfest-2026-cancelled/ LOCATION:Downtown\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/porchfest_cancel_banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260209T174152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T174320Z UID:10002517-1777487400-1777492800@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Craft Corner DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/craft-corner-apr26/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Web-banner-9-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001246-1777489200-1777496400@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-04-29/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T211355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T190241Z UID:10002455-1777680000-1780185599@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Tales from the Disenchanted Forest DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/tales-from-the-disenchanted-forest/ LOCATION:Taplin Gallery – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free or Low Cost,Taplin Gallery ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TalesfromtheDisenchantedForest.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T212244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T230645Z UID:10002457-1777680000-1780185599@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Sounds of Color DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/sounds-of-color/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free or Low Cost,Opening Receptions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Aida-Birritteri_Rainy-Day-Flora-gouache_35-x-26.-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T213323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T162849Z UID:10002460-1777680000-1780185599@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Color as Composition DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/color-as-composition/ LOCATION:Lower Level Gallery CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free or Low Cost,Opening Receptions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/colorascomposition.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251009T160953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T143616Z UID:10002394-1777719600-1777737600@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Princeton Art Bazaar 2026 DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/princeton-art-bazaar-2026/ 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/2025/10/artbazaar_banner-copy-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260205T183747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T185226Z UID:10002511-1778005800-1778009400@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Pop-Up Choir Princeton DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/pop-up-choir-princeton-may8-26/ 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/2026/02/princeton-pop-up-choir.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001247-1778094000-1778101200@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-06/ 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:20260509T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T143000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260323T173013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T132905Z UID:10002540-1778331600-1778337000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Poetry Reading: Keith O’Shaughnessy DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/poetry-reading-keith-oshaughnessy/ LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Petrushka-RevisedEdition_Cover_012026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T211814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T190321Z UID:10002456-1778338800-1778346000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Gallery Opening: Tales from the Disenchanted Forest DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/gallery-opening-tales-from-the-disenchanted-forest/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Free or Low Cost,Opening Receptions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TalesfromtheDisenchantedForest.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T212540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T230424Z UID:10002459-1778338800-1778346000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Gallery Opening: Sounds of Color DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/gallery-opening-sounds-of-color/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Aida-Birritteri_Rainy-Day-Flora-gouache_35-x-26.-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20251208T213640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T171638Z UID:10002461-1778338800-1778346000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Gallery Opening: Color as Composition DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/gallery-opening-color-as-composition/ LOCATION:Lower Level Gallery CATEGORIES:Free or Low Cost,Opening Receptions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/colorascomposition.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001248-1778698800-1778706000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-13/ 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:20260514T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260303T182257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192647Z UID:10002524-1778781600-1778787000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:ART OF Mixology with 3BR Distillery DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-mixology/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:ART OF ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/39c95b93-43df-f24b-b35e-31a4155a8c53.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T193000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013451 CREATED:20260205T183856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183856Z UID:10002512-1779301800-1779305400@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Pop-Up Choir Princeton DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/princeton-pop-up-choir.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001249-1779303600-1779310800@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-20/ 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:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20251220T201306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T145435Z UID:10002473-1779390000-1779397200@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Story & Verse: A Storytelling and Poetic Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/story-and-verse-web-banner.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T220000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002217-1779562800-1779573600@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Café Improv DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/monthly-cafe-improv-open-mic-2/2026-05-23/ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20260508T194118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T152255Z UID:10002572-1779820200-1779823800@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Film Screening (Art21's Screening Society): Realms of the Real DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/film-screening-art21-screening-society-realms-of-the-real/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Art21_S12_EpTwo_Realms_of_the_Real_UHD_textless_H264.00_24_31_00-2048x1152-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T200000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20260209T174555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T174705Z UID:10002518-1779906600-1779912000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Craft Corner DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/craft-corner-may26/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Web-banner-9-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T204643Z UID:10001250-1779908400-1779915600@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:Jersey Art Meetup (JAM) DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/jam/2026-05-27/ 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:20260528T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20260411T162630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T162630Z UID:10002548-1779980400-1779984000@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:OnStage Seniors: Lessons Learned and Unlearned DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/onstage-seniors-lessons-learned-and-unlearned/ LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/OnStage-Seniors-Storytelling.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T183000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013452 CREATED:20260317T141931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T142813Z UID:10002537-1780507800-1780511400@artscouncilofprinceton.org SUMMARY:ART OF Living Lightly DESCRIPTION:Ten Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and HistoryOn View: July 11 – August 8\, 2026Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3-5pmGallery talk + workshop: saturday\, july 25\, 1-3pmTen Years of Threads: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild’s Journey Through Fabric and History celebrates a decade of creativity\, storytelling\, and artistic expression through quilting. This exhibit features the work of guild members\, showcasing a rich variety of themes and textile art forms that reflect the unique voices and styles of each maker. The collection highlights a wide range of fiber art techniques and includes narrative quilts\, political quilts\, nature-inspired works\, cultural quilts\, color studies\, quilted garments\, and memory quilts. Each piece demonstrates the power of fabric as both an artistic medium and a tool for preserving stories\, honoring heritage\, and expressing personal and collective experiences. Together\, these works reflect the guild’s journey over the past ten years—woven with history\, culture\, innovation\, and community—while honoring the enduring tradition of quilting as both art and legacy. Exhibiting Artists:Montika Allen-AtkinsonMary Ellen AssueMartha BatesJanet ByardRachel D.K. ClarkJoyce ClarkeMada Coles GallowaySheila ColsonJosie Dakers-BrathwaiteTony Jean DickersonPaulette FileJuandamarie GikandiTina GuthmannRonah S. HarrisSteven HobbsPeggy MartinVictoria MeiselGail MitchellWannetta PhillipsEllaree PrayLesyslie RackardKim TaylorTarsha-Nicole’ TaylorMichele Tuck-PonderJane WycheRose Mary Briggs To learn more about all the guild members\, please check out the guild website. Learn about the free workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild: The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG)\, founded in 2016 by a group of like-minded Black women\, has grown into a thriving community where creativity\, cultural connection\, and shared knowledge flourish. Named for the Akan concept Sankofa\, meaning “go back and get it\,” the guild honors ancestral wisdom while shaping contemporary artistic expression. As members of the Modern Quilt Guild\, PSSMQG promotes the growth of modern quilting through art\, education\, and community engagement. Guided by the motto\, “Each one\, teach one\,” members create modern quilts that blend African textiles\, innovative design\, and storytelling. The guild is made up of quilters spanning six generations\, with the oldest member being a nonagenarian. This intergenerational community brings together a rich range of life experiences and professional backgrounds\, including academicians\, accountants\, authors\, attorneys\, clergy\, computer scientists\, craft artists\, educators\, engineers\, managing executives\, nurses\, poets\, a professional singer & pianist\, social workers\, and visual artists. These diverse perspectives enrich the guild’s creative practice and strengthen its sense of community. Philanthropy and community service are also central to the guild’s mission. Since its inceptionPSSMQG has expanded its impact beyond quilting through philanthropic activities that support and empower women and children. As the guild celebrates its 10th anniversary\, it continues to foster artistic collaboration\, cultural connection\, and meaningful community engagement through the enduring art of quilting. URL:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-living-lightly/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:ART OF END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR