Opportunities: 7-11-2008

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The Greening of West Windsor Fair committee seeks exhibitors to participate on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the West Windsor Farmer’s Market. The event focuses on promoting green initiatives, including curbing adverse climate changes, reducing greenhouse gases, and minimizing solid waste. $50 fee for a 20×20 space in the parking lot. Contact Heidi Kleinman at 609-716-8094 or HeidiKleinman@hotmail.com or visit www.GreeningWestWindsor.com.##M:[more]##

Maurer Productions has auditions for “Brighton Bear Memoirs” on Sunday, July 13, 11 a.m to 5 p.m.; and Monday, July 14, 4 to 9 p.m., at Mercer Community College. www.mponstage.com/auditions or call 609-882-2292.

Blue Tulip is holding a shopping benefit for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, on Wednesday, July 23, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mention the organization’s name at check out and 15 percent will be donated. Windsor Green, 3495 Route 1 South, West Windsor. 609-452-5170. www.bluetulip.com.

Literati

New Works of Playwriting Contest seeks submissions of new scripts that support peace and social justice, enhance self-realization, foster new understanding of minority issues, empower youth, shed new light on cultural issues, or explore values in the U.S. www.playwritingcontest.cjb.net. Deadline is Tuesday, July 15.

For Teachers

Shakeapeare Theater of New Jersey presents “ShakeFest: Summer Shakespeare Institute for Teachers” from Monday to Saturday, July 14 to 19. Call 973-408-3980 or E-mail jbgrant@shakesprearnj.org.

Good Causes

Old Barracks Museum seeks donations of non-perishable items to support the troops in Iraq. Sales, discounts, and specials. Tuesday, July 22, and Wednesday, August 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, 609-396-1776.

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Mercer County seeks volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children in the area. Informational session will be offered on Thursday, July 17, 7 p.m. at 180 Ewingville Road, in Ewing. Visit www.casamercer.org or call 609-434-0050 to register.

Conference

Princeton Theological Center offers “Multicultural Ministry,” a five-day conference from Monday to Friday, July 21 to 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Erdman Center, 20 Library Place, 609-497-7990. $280 includes program and lunches.

For Photographers

Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning and Unique Photo invites photographers attending the event on July 25 to 27 at Solberg Airport, to submit photos to “2008 Balloon Festival Unique Photo Contest.” Prizes include digital cameras, photography classes, and tickets to the 2009 balloon event. www.balloonfestival.com.

For Kids

Old Barracks Museum invites boys and girls ages 9 to 12 to recreate camp life, learn colonial life skills, and drill in an army led by fifers and drummers. Monday to Friday, July 21 to 25, and July 28 to August 1. $190. 609-396-1776.

For Artists

Gallery 125 in Trenton accepts media for juried fall show through Wednesday, July 16. Call 609-989-9119 for details.

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