Movie: "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", Princeton Public Library
This Frank Capra classic features Jimmy Stewart as a naive, newly appointed United States senator who fights against government corruption. 2 hours, 9 minutes.
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The Ten Crucial Days - History Talk - Historical Society of Princeton
Join us in the barn at Updike Farmstead for the story of the desperate hours at the end of 1776 when the American Revolution seemed lost. Struggling through unimaginable difficulties, the Continental Army crossed the Delaware on Christmas, winning three battles in 10 days, culminating in the Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777. These victories changed the course of history and enabled the birth of our free nation.
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Film: "Lafayette: The Lost Hero", Princeton Public Library
This documentary explores the life of Marquis Gilbert de Lafayette and evaluates his role in the establishment of America's democracy. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.princetonlibrary.org
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A John Cage Celebration with So Percussion, Princeton University
Favorite works such as the ultra-virtuosic, genre-defining “Third Construction” mixed with ethereal chance-based pieces to express the huge range of Cage’s ideas and influence. Other composers featured include Pauline Oliveros, Jason Treuting, Caroline Shaw, claire rousay, Pamela Z, and Dan Deacon. Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. Free; no ticket required. Princeton University Music Department, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. music.princeton.edu
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