BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Arts Council of Princeton - ECPv6.18.2//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:20290311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20291104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20300310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20301103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20310309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20311102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300206T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002128-1896634800-1896642000@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/2030-02-06/ 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:20300213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300213T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002132-1897239600-1897246800@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/2030-02-13/ 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:20300220T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300220T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002133-1897844400-1897851600@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/2030-02-20/ 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:20300223T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300223T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T162326Z CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002694-1898103600-1898114400@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-2/2030-02-23/ 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:20300227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300227T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002143-1898449200-1898456400@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/2030-02-27/ 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:20300306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300306T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002145-1899054000-1899061200@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/2030-03-06/ 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:20300313T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300313T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002149-1899658800-1899666000@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/2030-03-13/ 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:20300320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300320T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002153-1900263600-1900270800@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/2030-03-20/ 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:20300323T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300323T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T162326Z CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002695-1900522800-1900533600@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-2/2030-03-23/ 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:20300327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300327T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002158-1900868400-1900875600@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/2030-03-27/ 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:20300403T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300403T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002162-1901473200-1901480400@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/2030-04-03/ 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:20300410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300410T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002172-1902078000-1902085200@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/2030-04-10/ 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:20300417T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300417T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002175-1902682800-1902690000@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/2030-04-17/ 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:20300424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300424T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002182-1903287600-1903294800@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/2030-04-24/ 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:20300427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T162326Z CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002696-1903546800-1903557600@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-2/2030-04-27/ 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:20300501T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300501T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002185-1903892400-1903899600@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/2030-05-01/ 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:20300508T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300508T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002187-1904497200-1904504400@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/2030-05-08/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300515T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002193-1905102000-1905109200@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/2030-05-15/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300522T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002194-1905706800-1905714000@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/2030-05-22/ 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:20300525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300525T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T162326Z CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002697-1905966000-1905976800@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-2/2030-05-25/ LOCATION:Solley Theater – Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Events & Performances,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/9330769.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300529T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002270-1906311600-1906318800@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/2030-05-29/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300605T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300605T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002280-1906916400-1906923600@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/2030-06-05/ LOCATION:Arts Council of Princeton\, Princeton\, NJ CATEGORIES:Community,Free or Low Cost ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/COMICMAKERS_JAMBANNER-e1718819987740-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20300612T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300612T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002285-1907521200-1907528400@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/2030-06-12/ 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:20300619T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300619T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002290-1908126000-1908133200@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/2030-06-19/ 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:20300622T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300622T220000 DTSTAMP:20260521T162326Z CREATED:20260521T162127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T162326Z UID:10002698-1908385200-1908396000@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-2/2030-06-22/ 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:20300626T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300626T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002293-1908730800-1908738000@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/2030-06-26/ 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:20300703T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300703T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002302-1909335600-1909342800@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/2030-07-03/ 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:20300710T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300710T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002306-1909940400-1909947600@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/2030-07-10/ 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:20300717T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300717T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002333-1910545200-1910552400@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/2030-07-17/ 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:20300724T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20300724T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171612Z CREATED:20240124T180146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171612Z UID:10002334-1911150000-1911157200@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/2030-07-24/ 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 END:VCALENDAR