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Events in Princeton: Feb. 18-21

Looking for things to do in and around Princeton this week? Here's our wrap-up of local events.

 

Monday

Arts Council of Princeton hosts a . Children under seven must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and pre-registration is required, 10 a.m. 

, whose research examines the intersection of technology, society, and youth culture. Boyd's talk, is part of the Woodrow Wilson School's "Technology and Public Policy" thematic lecture series, Robertson Hall, Princeton University, 4:30 p.m. 

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Tuesday

Princeton Public Library hosts a book discussion: "Abraham Lincoln" by James McPherson. This book follows Lincoln’s life and career from his early years in Kentucky through his presidency and assassination. His legacy as a man of humble origins who preserved our nation will also be examined, Quiet Room, 7 p.m. 

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Class: iPad 101. For those with a new iPad or who just want to see what the hype is all about, learn what the device can do, its basic operation and some fun apps. Technology Center, Princeton Public Library, 7 p.m. 

 

Wednesday

Monday Morning Flower and Balloon Co. will host who will show how to take great close-ups with your camera, or photos in general. Meet new people, enjoy food and wine and learn how to take great pictures, 6 p.m. 

Sam E. Antar, former CEO of Crazy Eddie Inc., a company involved in a scandal in 1987, will discusses security frauds of the past and the present. Mayo Concert Hall at The College of New Jersey, 6 p.m. 

 

Thursday

A conversation between John Milton Cooper, Jr. '61, author of "Woodrow Wilson: A Biography" and Julian Zelizer, professor of history and public affairs and presidential historian- in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the inauguration of President Woodrow Wilson. Tickets required. Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall, Princeton University, 4:30 p.m. 

 With music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Arthur Laurents, the musical chronicles the rise of young Louise as she is thrust into stardom by her aggressive mother, Mama Rose.  McAneny Theater, 7:30 p.m. 

The English Concert, a Baroque chamber orchestra, will present works by Handel, Telemann and Purcell. Harry Bicket directs. Pre-concert talk by Steven Zohn is free to ticketholders at 7 p.m., concert begins at 8 p.m. 

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