Princeton NJ Events

Meeting of the 55-Plus Club of Princeton

Thursday October 9, 2025
10:00 AM

Peter Marks, American hematologist and oncologist, former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research within the Food and Drug Administration, will speak on "Public Health in Crisis". Peter Marks was appointed to his position with the FDA in 2016 after previously serving as deputy director. Among other duties, Marks oversaw the FDA vaccine program.

55-Plus Club of Princeton meets twice a month on Thursdays at 10 a.m., in person at 435 Nassau St, Princeton, AND online via ZOOM at its website at princeton55plus.org by clicking on "Upcoming Meetings" and then the word "HERE" for the scheduled meeting.   Meetings are open to all and free of charge with a $5 donation suggested which can be made via the website or in person.   55-Plus is a non-profit non-sectarian volunteer organization that presents speakers on topics on history, politics, science, humanities and the arts.

CASA 25th Anniversary Gala

Thursday October 9, 2025
6:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate 25 years of advocacy, hope, and impact. CASA of Mercer & Burlington Counties' 25th Anniversary Gala @Cobblestone Creek, Lawrenceville, NJ

Dinner • Silent Auction • Celebration

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Amazing Pumpkin Carve, Woolsey Park

Thursday October 9, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Hopewell Valley Arts Council invites the community to celebrate a decade?plus of fall fun at the 11th Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve, returning to Woolsey Park, October 9–12, 2025. Under the glow of a big top tent, 30 massive, 150?pound pumpkins will be transformed by local artists into jaw?dropping works of art—whimsical, spooky, and everything in between. Rain or shine, visitors can stroll through the tent to see the incredible displays, making the Carve a perfect autumn outing for families, friends, and neighbors.

New this year: Guests can sip local brews in the beer garden while enjoying live music at the Woolsey Park bandshell (Friday–Sunday, weather permitting). The festival also features a hay bale play area, pumpkin painting for kids, and storytelling by the firepits, creating a full weekend of fall festivities.

Tickets: Available online and at the gate. For tickets, food vendors, entertainment schedules, and the full list of sponsors + carvers, visit www.hvartscouncil.org/amazingpumpkincarve.