Some recommended hotels

• Hyatt Regency  in downtown New Brunswick: just next to my house and particularly convenient for the party on Saturday night.

• University Inn  in an attractive location on Douglass Campus.

Some less expensive hotels

• Comfort Inn (732-561-4488) I-287 and Stelton Rd, South Plainfield.

• Holiday Inn (908-753-5500) 4701 Stelton Rd, South Plainfield.