CMAP Chronicles
Stay up-to-date on the latest trends, tips, and topics with these short, informative, and fun-to-read articles written by CMAP staff & guest contributors.
Dec 11 2025
Brandon Urias
Nancy Becker: Building Community, Changing Systems, and Leading with HeartHow a young woman from the Bronx became New Jersey’s trailblazing advocate for ethics, women’s leadership, and community impact
Nancy Becker has spent decades shaping New Jersey’s civic and political life with quiet determination...
Mar 27 2025
Ella Leving
Deb Pillow, originally from Michigan and with a background in teaching and storytelling, found her perfect fit in GrandPals after moving to Princeton from Arizona just two-and-a-half years ago....
Mar 25 2025
Ella Leving
Bob Swierczek, a United States Navy veteran, resides in Princeton, where he selflessly dedicates his time to various volunteer roles. He serves as a crossing guard for the police department,...
Mar 20 2025
Ella Leving
Christine Piatek was a GrandPal at Littlebrook School before the pandemic and eagerly rejoined when the program returned in full swing. Before retiring, she worked as a public sector lawyer specializing...
Mar 18 2025
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Frances: A heart full of dance and joy in Princeton
We’ve had the pleasure of seeing Frances at the Suzanne Patterson Building’s Nutrition Program, and we’ve also loved watching her dance wonderfully...
Mar 13 2025
Ella Leving
Frank McBrearity is pursuing a degree in MGA (Master’s of Grandparent Administration) and spreading joy one fist bump at a time.
I believe I am making good progress toward my Masters in Grandparent...
Jan 15 2025
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Embracing Life and Connections: The Story of a Global Adventurer in Princeton
Meet Patrick Ryan, a spirited Princetonian whose adventurous spirit and love for life have taken him all over the...
Dec 19 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Rosetta Bruce: Embracing community and connection
“I’m Rosetta Bruce. For many years, I’ve been involved with the Center for Modern Aging Princeton. Hosting lunches and gathering wonderful women...
Dec 16 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Leadership in action: Suzanne Ngo-Mandong and the global fight for equity
EmpowerHer, a series amplifying the voices of transformative women, welcomed Suzanne Ngo-Mandong to its stage to discuss...
Oct 07 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Rhythms and Roots: A Musical Journey with Nick
Khruangbin, A Global Musical Journey
As part of our ongoing Rhythms and Roots series, this October, Nick brings us Khruangbin, a Texas-based band...









