Local Blogs: Chorus Line, Oxen Stampede, Record Stores

Also, local Patch bloggers are writing about their favorite books, pitfalls of Facebook and soccer.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

McCarter Theatre Company Receives $10,000 Horizon Foundation Grant

The grant is for its Access to the Arts Program.

SAVE To Break Ground on New Animal Shelter on Friday

SAVE’s current shelter, at 900 Herrontown Road in Princeton, is in rough shape after 40 years of constant use and an inadequate size to properly serve the area.

Rummage Sale Nets Thousands for Princeton Academy

Fundraisers like these make it possible for Princeton Academy to have class parties, community social events, and make other purchases.

Santa Claus Arrives at Quaker Bridge Mall on Saturday

Also: tips for ensuring a jolly photo with Santa.

Come on Down! The Price is Right is Coming to Central Jersey

"The Price is Right, Live!" will be at State Theatre at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Frontier Airlines Announces Nonstop Service to Three New Destinations

That brings the total number of destinations from Mercer County to 14.

Brio Tuscan Grille To Open at Quaker Bridge Mall This Month

Brio restaurants offer lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on the weekends.

Princeton Boys Soccer Advance to State Cup Finals

The NJYS State Cup competition is a single elimination competition for highly competitive soccer teams.

Tasty Tailgate Recipes from Salt Creek Grille Princeton

Enjoy lamb sliders with goat cheese spread, blue cheese and shallot dip and chipotle macadamia nuts.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Blue Heron Cleared for Takeoff in Mercer County

The majestic bird got its wing caught in fishing line and was found dangling from a tree near the county park’s marina on Oct. 17.

Record Number of Fulbright Scholarships at Rutgers

Rutgers students and alumni received a total of 26 Fulbright Grants this year.

Woodbridge Man Completes Journey Across America

Thomas Francine walked from Portland, Maine to Pendleton, Ind. in the last three months.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

New Jersey Ranks Among Sexiest Accents

Something magical happens when you say "water," "coffee," "dog" and "talk."

More than 800 lbs of Winter Clothing Collected for Needy, More Needed

Items may be for both adults and children and do not need to be new, but should be in good condition.

Sign Up for the OnePrinceton Card Thursday at the Farmers Market

The Farmers Market will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Need New Kitchen Appliances? Mrs. G's is Giving 'Em Away!

The contest is open until Nov. 17.

Five New Stores Coming to Quaker Bridge Mall

Whether it's frozen yogurt, jeans or crepes, shoppers will see a variety of new options.

A Fourth Grader's Essay Inspired by Animal Rescue

William Cassotis, 9, of East Brunswick chooses a song that expresses his sadness and hope for abandoned animals.

Donate $10, JM Group Will Match it, Donate Turkeys to Food Bank

Donations will be accepted through Nov. 13.

Train Donates $6K to Sandy Recovery

Band helps Sea Bright Rising again.

Elijah's Promise's Finston Announces New Phase of Journey to Help Those in Need

Lisanne Finston, the executive director of Elijah's Promise, will depart her position in December to take a job as executive director of a residential treatment center for people with mental illness.

Rabbi Julie Roth Wins 2013 Richard M. Joel Exemplar of Excellence Award

The award is given each year to professionals who have offered especially innovative approaches to enhancing campus life for Jewish students.

Princeton Community Village Students Awarded $40K in Scholarships

New Jersey Ranked Fourth Best State For Raising Kids

The state moved up a spot from last year's rankings.

Rosedale Paving Expected to Be Done By Friday

The project affects the section of road between Province Line Road and Constitution Hill.

Terhune Orchards to Host 'Farm to Table' Fundraiser for Sustainable Jersey

Aug. 9 dinner will include includes food by chefs from Tre Piani, Elements, Witherspoon Grill, Blue Point Grill, Eno Terra and The Bent Spoon.

Route 1 Jughandle Closures Expected to Be in Place by Saturday

The 12-week pilot project will restrict left and U-turns on Route 1 at Washington Road and Harrison Street.

Week in Review: Legal Challenges to Housing on Battlefield and more

Upcoming jughandle closures on Route 1, burned bridge at Lawrence border.

Local Chefs and Farms to Host Farm-to-Table Fundraiser for Sustainable Jersey

Aug. 9 dinner at Terhune Orchards includes food by chefs from Tre Piani, Elements, Witherspoon Grill, Bent Spoon and more.

Water Conservation Urged While Leaking Main is Fixed

Customers in Princeton Borough and township and 16 other municipalities served by New Jersey American Water are being asked to conserve water Tuesday and Wednesday while repair work takes place on a leaking 60-inch water transmission main in Manville.

Week in Review: Local Landmark Stolen from Nassau Street and More

Towns reach tentative decision on municipal buildings after merger, regional charter school denied.

Week in Review: Black Bear Roams Through Town and More

A storm also knocked down trees, Princeton University announced a record $1.88 Billion Raised and a former Township mayor dies.

Possible Flight Risk Foiled, Kinnelon Soldier Killed, Arrest of Former Toms River Mayor Top State News

Other top stories from around New Jersey this week include the murder of an elderly Clark woman and the sentencing of army sergeant convicted in a fatal drunk driving crash.

@PrincetonBear Gains a Following

After the bear sauntered through town on Tuesday and Wednesday, Patch interviewed the tweeting bear to get the scoop on its adventures.