Princeton NJ Family and Kids Guide

Princeton Day School

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from PreK through Grade 12. Student-driven academics and demonstrable diversity, equity and inclusion practices fuel our mission to nurture the mind, body and character of each student. Depth of learning, skills acquisition and innovative problem-solving define our expertly facilitated programs and opportunities including the highly selective Science Research Experience Program, Jacobson Music Scholar Program, top Model UN, Energy & Climate Scholars and more. Outstanding athletics in a new LEED-certified 30,000+ sq. ft. athletic center. Learn more today at https://www.pds.org

Adath Israel Congregation

Adath Israel Congregation is an inclusive and inviting home for all. The Adath is an egalitarian Conservative congregation committed to Jewish values, family, community and inclusiveness. The Adath Family prides itself in bringing generations together to experience the beauty and warmth of traditional Conservative Judaism and contemporary Conservative ritual. Through 2023-2024, Adath Israel will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. Special events have begun with our Mosaic program which engages the community by focusing on the arts and culture. Recently, the acclaimed 613 Acapella group filled the house, including a new and original piece to celebrate our 100th year. Guided by our spiritual leaders, Rabbi Benjamin Adler, and Hazzan Arthur Katlin, Adath Israel provides a full spectrum of Jewish experience, including our religious school, adult learning programs, Tikkun Olam initiatives, dynamic Women’s League, Brotherhood and United Synagogue Youth (USY) organizations.

Tac Ops Princeton

Tac Ops Laser Tag is redefining the laser tag experience. After the success of our Fairfield and Florham Park locations, we’re excited to bring the action to a brand-new location in the Princeton area. Say goodbye to neon lights and simple point-and-shoot games. Inspired by popular first-person shooter video games, our tactical laser tag focuses on strategy and mission-based gameplay. We’ve crafted an immersive environment that challenges players beyond just racking up hits. With hundreds of game modes, Tac Ops offers hours of fun— whether it’s for parties, team building, or a night out with friends.

Terhune Orchards

Terhune Orchards is a 250-acre, family-owned farm just outside of Princeton. The Mount family has owned and operated it since 1975. Terhune Orchards is noted for its fresh, wholesome fruits, vegetables, and flowers, growing 35 varieties of apples and over 60 different vegetable crops, Certified Organic and conventional. The farm store is stocked with homemade cookies, fruit breads, apple crisps, apple cider donuts and fresh squeezed apple cider. Terhune's own winery with 16 estate wines hosts music series and is open all year-round. Take part in Pick-Your-Own offerings, farm festivals throughout the year and visit the barnyard of animals. Visit www.terhuneorchards.com to learn about education programs, Read & Pick series, the farm store, school tours, farm camp, birthday parties. Gift baskets available and corporate and group event space! Terhune Orchards - enjoyed by young & old.

Photography by Jen Davis

Let award-winning photographer Jen Davis capture your moment! Specializing in portrait and event photography, Jen has been photographing families, head shots and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs in a fun and fresh way for over a decade. Using a photojournalistic style mixed with high energy and fun, Jen’s images are artful, authentic and real - leaving clients with breathtaking memories that last a lifetime. Hobbyists are also welcome to learn from Jen through private photography lessons.

Cherry Grove Farm

Cherry Grove Farm is a family-owned dairy farm and creamery situated on nearly 500 acres of preserved farmland. We practice regenerative farming to craft artisanal cheeses, raise grass-fed beef and whey-fed pork, and harvest heritage eggs. Everything is on site, from raising and milking the cows to making and aging our cheese. People love our Buttercup Brie and cave-aged Havilah, which you can buy at our Farm Store along with our meats and other foods and gifts. Come take a class in cheese making, foraging, bread making, beekeeping or other homesteading related workshop. We give hay rides, farm tours, wild plant walks, and a variety of seasonal events. Cherry Grove is an idyllic place for a birthday party, a school outing, or a company retreat. Visit www.cherrygrovefarm.com to learn more. The Farm Store is open every day from 10am - 5pm.

Princeton Photo Workshop

Princeton, NJ

LEARN HOW TO MAKE BETTER PICTURES

Photography is a lifelong journey, the ideal activity to inspire you and keep your creative muscles strong. No matter how long you've been taking photos, there are always new things to learn and new photography experiences to explore.

Classes & Workshops, Photo Field Trips, Private Instruction, Photo Camp for Teens, and Team Building Workshops, lead by our team of exceptional instructors, offer photographers at every skill level practical concepts and techniques that help you shoot and process better photographs.

Sounds of Harmony

Sounds of Harmony Studio offers Mini-Harmonies music classes for children ages 0-5. Rooted in early childhood music and child development, our program creates an inclusive, engaging environment where kids can explore music through dancing, singing, improvising, and playing instruments. Two caregivers are welcome per child. We serve Princeton, Skillman, Stafford Township, and Bordentown. Visit www.soundsofharmonystudio.com for our full schedule, and use code Welcome15 for 15% off your first session! Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @SoundsOfHarmonyStudio for news, class updates, and to learn more about our birthday parties, private in-home music lessons, and music therapy provided by board certified music therapists.

Tumbles Princeton

Tumbles is a super fun learning playground with programs for kids that are based on developmental milestones and designed to help fight childhood obesity. Through gym classes, STEAM classes, a tumble zone and parties, we help shape the minds and bodies of children from 4 mos. to 12 yrs. We offer non-competitive programs that help inspire a love of physical activity, pique curiosity, build confidence, and position children for healthier, happier lives.

Tumbles also offers half and full day camps! For 11 weeks this summer we’ll be offering camp (regular tumbles as well as specialties including gymnastics, ninja warrior, medieval times, pirate, sports, superhero, circus, field day, and totally outrageous camp). We also offer Gymnastics STEAM Day Camp during all school holidays, Kids Nights Out, and Family Days throughout the year! Come for a free trial class (You must mention Princeton Online, a $40 VALUE) and check out all that Tumbles has to offer!