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.
Apr 21 2026
Erin Burke
“I believe the people have a right to know and art can’t be denied if there’s credibility behind it, can’t be denied of its truth.”
William “Bill” Saunders is an artist and Princetonian whose portfolio, spanning disciplines and decades, embodies his dedication to creativity and truth.
From...
Jul 05 2024
Ella Leving
Renee Shields has been reading in Princeton schools as a GrandPal since 2015, except for the two years when the program was interrupted by COVID. After many years of practicing law and a few...
Jul 02 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
“My name is Kimberly Figueroa Martínez, and I work with the Municipality of Princeton as the Community Outreach Coordinator. One of the events I’m particularly proud of organizing is the annual Lotería....
Jul 01 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Rhythms and Roots: A Musical Journey with Nick
Today’s Recommendation: Steely Dan’s “Aja”
Steely Dan’s 1977 album “Aja” is a masterful fusion of rock, pop,...
Jun 25 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
Music, Culture, and Diversity with Nick Macy
We firmly believe that music celebrates diversity, unites us as human beings, and is a common language that we all understand. Listening to different...
Jun 24 2024
Ella Leving
Maxine Finger has been retired for many years and keeps herself very busy with many activities aimed at a healthy lifestyle. She is a grandmother of four, all of whom are in their twenties.
“Being...
Jun 21 2024
Ella Leving
Meet Laurel Lerner, a passionate music enthusiast and dog lover. As a former singer turned piano teacher with a degree in music education, Laurel’s love for music runs deep. Laurel finds...
Jun 17 2024
Ella Leving
“My greatest moments in reading with my GrandPals is when we break through their initial shyness and begin to have more interesting conversations.
Also, when I have been out and about in...
Jun 13 2024
Ella Leving
Meet Kathleen Wagner, a delightful soul with a warm smile and a sparkle in her eyes. Rain or shine, she shows up at every session with her trusty bag of library books in tow. Her rapport with...
May 30 2024
Ana Carolina González-Peña
The Inaugural EmpowerHer Speaker Series
A Recap of Dr. Emelia Timpo’s Inspiring Presentation
In May 2024, we proudly launched the EmpowerHer Speaker Series, a platform created to amplify the...









