Princeton NJ Events

History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods, Historical Society of Princeton

Saturday September 27, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Princeton Battlefield parking lot 500 Mercer Street Princeton Join us on a hike through the treasured Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting.

Hear stories about the Woods’ origin and the ways IAS mathematicians, physicists, and other members have engaged with it. Stops along the way will highlight the history of early Stony Brook, the Battle of Princeton, the Old Trolley trail, the establishment of the Institute for Advanced Study, and Founders Rock. We will make a special stop at the infamous Swinging Bridge, then hike over to the observation decks at the adjacent Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Along the way, there will be moments to observe, engage, and identify the different varieties of birds, plants, trees, and everything in between!

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Annual Fall Fundraising Gala, Princeton Community Housing (PCH)

Saturday September 27, 2025
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Princeton Community Housing (PCH) invites you to join us on Saturday, September 27th, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Morven Museum & Garden for Homecoming, our annual fall fundraising gala. This year's event will be especially meaningful as we celebrate two major milestones in 2025: 50 years of Princeton Community Village and 40 years of Elm Court.

The evening will feature a cocktail reception, a seated dinner, and a special conversation with William Brangham of PBS NewsHour and Shaun Donovan, former United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Both speakers have long-standing ties to Princeton Community Village.

Proceeds from the event will support the "PCH Difference"— the vital supportive services, projects, and activities PCH provides our 1,100+ Princeton residents through community-based resources coordinated by our social services coordinators and staff.

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