Princeton NJ Events

Stronger Fathers BUILD Stronger Families - Statewide Fatherhood Conference

Thursday November 7, 2024
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The Father Center of New Jersey (TFCNJ) proudly announces its 2nd Statewide Fatherhood Conference, taking place on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 9 am to 2 pm, in New Brunswick, NJ. Themed "Stronger Fathers BUILD Stronger Families," this event will emphasize the critical role of fatherhood in building strong families and thriving communities.

The conference will gather leading experts, including keynote speaker Dr. Reggie Wright, to explore topics central to fatherhood and community development. This FREE event, led by Bryan Evans, CEO of The Father Center of New Jersey, is designed to equip social workers, mental health professionals, caseworkers and community leaders with tools to help fathers become engaged, effective parents.

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Hawk for a Day & Parent Information Session, Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart

Thursday November 7, 2024
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

"Hawk for a Day" sessions provide an immersive opportunity for boys (in current grades 1 through 7) to spend time with teachers and classmates and experience the community that makes Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart unique.

Concurrently, parents will have the opportunity to tour the school, meet faculty, parents and administrators, and hear from the founding Head of School, Olen Kalkus, about "Why All Boys." Olen will explore the growing body of research showing that boys learn and develop differently from girls and that single-gender programs are more educationally effective for boys than co-educational programs.

Please email admission@princetonacademy.org to register

Princeton Farmers Market, Princeton Public Library

Thursday November 7, 2024
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

More than 30 vendors including local organic produce, pasture raised meat and eggs, farmstead cheeses, fresh baked goods, empanadas, all-natural dog and cat treats, homemade jam, old-world style pickles, fresh flowers, handcrafted jewelry, knife sharpening, and more.

55 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529.

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Meet the Eating for Your Health Team, Princeton Public Library

Thursday November 7, 2024
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Through our accessible and practical nutrition programs, we aim to create healthier futures for all. Whether you're looking for tips on healthy cooking, curious about our workshops or just want to learn more about how we can support your wellness journey, we’d love to meet you. Bring your friends and family, and together, we can explore how simple changes in eating habits can make a big difference.

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Cream Tea Service with the Secret Tea Room, Morven

Thursday November 7, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Travel back in time with an enchanting afternoon Cream Tea service in Morven's historic Garden Room. Experience a tea service in our 200-year-old mansion overlooking the museum gardens. Our partners at the Secret Tea Room take pride in their beautiful collection of chinaware, which wonderfully complements the Georgian architectural style of Morven.

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After Noon Concert, Princeton University Chapel

Thursday November 7, 2024
12:30 PM

Organ performance by Sandro Russo of Scarsdale Congregational Church in Scarsdale, New York. Free.

Sean Gaskell, Kora Performance, West Windsor Branch

Thursday November 7, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Mercer County Library System - West Windsor Branch, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction (609) 799-0462 | www.mcl.org

Music of the West African kora comes to Princeton Junction! Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora, a 21-stringed West African harp. He studied under the extensive instruction of Moriba Kuyateh and the late Malamini Jobarteh in Gambia, and both Youssoupha Cissokho and Mamadou Cissokho in Senegal. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots. Many songs featured on the kora preserve an 800-year history dating back to the founding of the Mande empire. Gaskell has presented adult, youth and family programs at over 350 libraries and a multitude of K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and assisted living facilities throughout the United States and Canada.

Toscana Wine Dinner @Mediterra

Thursday November 7, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The birthplace of the Renaissance is also home to some of Italy’s, if not the world’s, greatest wines. Join us Thursday, Nov 7th, for a multi-coursed wine paired dinner with Marcello Miali of Wine Icons. Marcello will guide us through several Tuscan estates he represents and imports including Querceto di Castellina, Fattoria Il Muro, and Podere San Giacomo.

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Celebrate Diwali with Shishya Dancing School, Lawrence Headquarters Branch

Thursday November 7, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us once again to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, which marks the victory of good over evil. We are thrilled to welcome back Guru ‘Kalashree’ Sukanya Mahadevan and her talented students from the Shishya School of Performing Arts. Sukanya, the founder and artistic director of the school in Lawrenceville, has led her students to perform at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall in NYC. Their dance dramas, inspired by Hindu mythology and modernday themes, have received rave reviews. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the ancient art of storytelling through dance and music. Registration is requested.

2751 Brunswick Pike Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 609-883-8292

How to Buy a Car, West Windsor Branch

Thursday November 7, 2024
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

It is time for car commercials with big red bows on top. Everyone is telling you to buy, or gift someone else, a new car - but maybe you should think about how to buy a car before you go out to make a purchase because of that commercial. This workshop will take you step by step into answering the questions that come with the purchase of a new car. Starting with whether you should buy any car, the way to think about the car that you should buy, whether you should finance a car, and whether you should lease a car. If you are going to buy a car, come watch this presentation first so that you don’t find yourself in buyer’s remorse with a purchase that might be costing you hundreds of dollars every month. Presented by Justin Hughes of Marg Financial.

333 North Post Road Princeton Junction, NJ 08550  609-799-0462