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Surround yourself with art with the Princeton Arts Society

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PRINCETON — The Princeton Arts Society’s Annual Spring Show & Sale is the perfect opportunity to view inspiring works of art and perhaps add a piece to your personal collection.

The Annual Spring Show, titled “Fresh!” will open with a reception from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, May 19, followed by show hours from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21.

The show will be held at the Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Road (Post Office Place).

“All work is created by the society’s members, many of whom are award winning artists widely recognized in their fields,” said Jean Strock, a member of the Princeton Arts Society. “The show includes works in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, and more, including three-dimensional works, with subject matters as varied as our artists.”

Strock said the society is extremely proud that this will be their 32nd members’ spring show, expecting over 30 participating artists whose work will be judged by the Worcester Art Museum’s Anne Greene.

An awards presentation will be held at 7 p.m. at the opening reception.

A longtime member of the Princeton Arts Society, Judy Fava-Houle, is excited to be exhibiting her artwork at this show.

“I have always loved art,” said Fava-Houle. “In college I experienced art appreciation courses and after graduation I enrolled in several art classes at the Fitchburg Art Museum and took advantage of a few local and regional classes where watercolor was taught. I found that I enjoyed being creative in that medium.”

While Fava-Houle enjoys representing many scenes, she said her greatest joy comes from painting the beautiful outdoors, scenes of mountains and snow-covered forests.

Fava-Houle said she learned about the Princeton Arts Society while visiting one of their shows a few years ago.

“I was amazed to find this group of friendly and helpful people focused on all kinds of art and so I joined,” she said. “Soon after, I was enrolled in some of their classes where I experienced encouraging help from their teachers and fellow students. Seeing the work of some of my fellow students helped me to improve my art.”

Fava-Houle believes that the Princeton Art Society shows are a gathering place where artists can display their recent efforts and where they can enjoy the work of their fellow artists.

“There is always something new and exciting at each show,” Fava-Houle said. “With the broad range of media and arts represented at each show, I am always sure to enjoy finding something new and interesting there.”

“Judy’s work is gorgeous,” said Strock. “I admire the fact that she shares her talent through teaching, inspiring others to discover their ability. She is one of our most consistent artists exhibiting work every year in our annual show.”

The exhibit is named “Fresh!” because the work is just that – “fresh, new, and exciting,” said Strock. “And spring is the perfect time for something fresh and new in our lives. The community is welcomed to be inspired by some beautiful art by astonishing local artists whose work is calming, challenging, and creative.”

Art shows help teach us about the world around us, Fava-Houle added.

“Art can tell a story, show you the beauty of our world, make a social statement, capture a moment in history, celebrate an event, and it can even make you laugh,” she said.

For more information on the society, visit princetonarts.org or on Facebook at Princeton Arts Society.

Man found dead at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area Monday morning

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PRINCETON — Massachusetts State Police are investigating the death of a man in an apparent skiing accident at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area Monday morning, according to the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office.

At approximately 10:30 a.m., State Police detectives assigned to the Worcester DA’s Office, aided by the Princeton Police Department, responded to a report of an unresponsive adult male found by another skier who was passing by, State Police said.

The man, whose name has not been released pending family notification, was later brought to the bottom of the mountain by Wachusett Ski Patrol and determined to be deceased.

The Sentinel & Enterprise’s sister paper, the Boston Herald, reported that the 67-year-old skier died after hitting a tree on an advanced trail.

Wachusett Ski Patrol responded to the incident around 9:25 a.m., whereafter they provided emergency care before handing his care over to first responders, according to the report. “All of our thoughts are with the skier’s family and friends,” the ski area said in a statement.

An investigation by State Police is ongoing, according to the Worcester DA’s Office.

The beauty of winter at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

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PRINCETON — There is no doubt that winter has arrived in New England but that’s no reason to stay indoors, especially with the beautiful Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary right in our own backyard.

Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary is open year-round and has over 12 miles of beautiful trails and opportunities for walking, hiking, and snowshoeing this season.

Trails at the sanctuary are well-marked and varied in length and terrain with a short All Persons trail that is accessible when there is no accumulated snow. A variety of habitats such as woodlands, wetlands, and meadow are home to abundant wildlife in all seasons.

Snowshoe rentals are available during office hours for use on sanctuary trails and are a fun and efficient way to get around anytime there is about six inches of snow or more. Rentals are $6 per hour for Mass Audubon members and $10 per hour for non-members.

Have you resolved to get outside more this season?

Learn about all things owls and then practice those skills on a short outdoor walk to at the Family Owl Prowl from 5 until 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15.

“This is a great opportunity to listen for nighttime wildlife who are active after dark at a time when the sanctuary is normally closed to visitors,” said Marketing Coordinator Jenn Dziejma

Find out more about native wildlife and the tracks they leave behind during Animal Tracks and Traces from 10:30 a.m. until noon, Monday, March 16, Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Spend your school holiday, together with other families, examining the clues animals leave behind, making track casts, and taking a gentle walk along the trails practicing your new skills.

“Spending time in nature fosters well-being, increases imagination, and promotes a connection to the natural world,” said Kathy Kennedy, education coordinator.

“Whether you take a walk to enjoy the scenery or join a public program for a fun outdoor experience, Wachusett Meadow is a great place to visit this season,” said Community Advocacy and Engagement Manager Deb Cary.

Wachusett Meadow is located at 113 Goodnow Road. Trails, restrooms, and parking are open daily from dawn to dusk and the office and gift shop are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Admission is $4 for adults; $3 for children and seniors; and free for Mass Audubon members, Princeton residents, active-duty military families, and EBT card holders.

For more information about the sanctuary, or to register for upcoming programs and see the full catalog of offerings, visit massaudubon.org/wachusettmeadow or call 978-464-2712 to register by phone.

Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary is a part of Mass Audubon, the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change.

With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries.

Music will fill the air at Small Works & Holiday Marketplace

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PRINCETON — The holiday season is upon us, and the community is welcome to the Princeton Arts Society’s Annual Small Works & Holiday Marketplace, featuring hundreds of fine art and artisan-made, affordable holiday gift items, made by members of the society, and for the first time — music.

The marketplace will be open from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Fridays, Dec. 2 and 9; and from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 3 and 4 and Dec. 10 and 11, at the Princeton Senior & Community Center, 206 Worcester Road.

“Visitors can expect to find wonderful small wall art, jewelry, cards, prints, ornaments, fabric items, original books, bags, ceramics, woodworking, and more,” said Jean Strock, vice president of the Princeton Arts Society.

A special guest, Aili Bauman of Sterling, will perform her music from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9.

Bauman, a 19-year-old Berklee College of Music student and singer/songwriter, will perform R&B/soul to folk/soft rock, along with original songs at this event.

“Aili creates a diverse and inclusive atmosphere with her music,” said Strock. “She incorporates a number of original songs that tell stories of her life and provides a unique perspective on the world.”

Her inspirations include artists like Stevie Nicks, Amy Winehouse, Carol King, Adele, Billy Joel, Bjork, Birdtalker, Taylor Swift and many more.

Bauman, who is currently earning her degree in songwriting at Berklee College of Music, studies music business as well as music production and extra curriculars.

“Outside of music, I enjoy yoga, dancing, reading, and spending time in nature,” said Bauman. “And I plan to study abroad in Valenci, Spain during my junior year.”

Bauman says her main goal is to become a renowned songwriter for other artists in the industry “at the same time as furthering my own musical endeavors.”

“Our annual Small Works & Holiday Marketplace has become a much anticipated event,” said Strock. “It attracts customers and friends from far and wide, all appreciating the passion and skill going into each object. The addition of live music is a first this year; even more reason to visit the marketplace to shop, relax and listen to this talented young musician.”

For more information on the Princeton Arts Society, visit princetonarts.org.