Princeton NJ Events

23rd Annual NJ Land Conservation Rally

Friday April 12, 2019
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

New Jersey Land Conservation Rally is a one-day educational conference about conserving New Jersey's open space and farmland. The event consists of 27 training workshops and 4 roundtable discussions, typically 75 minutes long. This year's theme is "Conservation Innovations in a Changing World." Sourland Conservancy Stewardship Coordinator, Carolyn Klaube, will copresent a worshop titled "Bringing Back the American Chestnut" with Mike Aucott of the American Chestnut Foundation. Carolyn's talk will focus on the Foraging Forest Project in Hopewell Borough Park. Please visit the event website for more information https://www.njconservation.org/annual-nj-land-conservation-rally/

Hyatt Regency Hotel - 2 Albany Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Early Childhood Open House, Stuart Country Day School

Friday April 12, 2019
9:00 AM - 10:30 PM

From first discoveries to lasting skills, Stuart's Early Childhood Program provides girls and boys with a joyful initial classroom experience and a solid foundation for the future. Caring classroom teachers–experts in childhood development–integrate reading, writing, math, science, and art with visits from specialists in music, religion, Spanish, technology, and creative movement. The Early Childhood Program at Stuart comprises co-ed preschool classes for ages 2, 3 and 4-year olds with flexibility to attend half- or full-day and 3, 4 or 5 days per week. Extended care and enrichment classes such as ballet, tennis, Spanish, and engineering, are offered after school. Sign up to visit at www.stuartschool.org/openhouse.

The Rescue Mission of Trenton's 15th Annual Adam Shanks Miniature Golf Tournament

Friday April 12, 2019
11:30 AM

The Rescue Mission of Trenton is holding its 15th Annual Adam Shanks Miniature Golf Tournament on Friday, April 12, 2019. The Mission’s warehouse is transformed into a magical setting featuring an 18-hole miniature golf course. It’s a fun event and all proceeds benefit the Mission’s important work on behalf of its clients. For further information, call Ida Cahill 609 695-1436 ext. 187 or idac@rmtrenton.org

Screenings, Princeton Environmental Film Festival

Friday April 12, 2019
12:00 PM

12pm - All the Time in the World - Princeton Environmental Film Festival Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street - - www.princetonlibrary.org/peff

Followed by a Skype Q&A with filmmaker Suzanne Crocker.

4:30pm - Anthropocene: The Human Epoch - Princeton Environmental Film Festival Computer Science Building, Princeton University - - www.princetonlibrary.org/peff - Filmmakers traverse the globe to document the evidence and experience of human planetary domination.

7pm - The World Before Your Feet - Princeton Environmental Film Festival Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell - - www.princetonlibrary.org/peff - For the past six years, Matt Green has been walking every street, park, cemetery, beach, and bridge in New York City's five boroughs. Followed by a Q&A with Green and director Jeremy Workman.

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Transition to Retirement - Suzanne Patterson Building

Friday April 12, 2019
3:00 PM

45 Stockton Street, Princeton - 609-924-7108 - www.princetonsenior.org

Psychologist John George and care coordinator Dave Roussell facilitate a conversation on transitioning to retirement. Free.

Earth Month Reception - BSB Gallery

Friday April 12, 2019
5:00 PM

143 East State Street, Trenton - - www.bsbgallery.com

TerraCycle and the BSB Gallery celebrate environmental protection with art made from recylced materials. Free.

Princeton Jazz Festival Middle School Showcase

Friday April 12, 2019
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The 12th Annual Princeton Jazz Festival kicks off on Friday April 12th showcasing area Middle School Band Students. Students from 10 area middle schools will have the opportunity to attend clinics with Frank Sinatra tribute star Brian Duprey, perform at the festival and be adjudicated by top jazz performers and educators. All participating bands also attend a performance featuring Mr Duprey and the PHS Studio Band.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.princetonjazzfest.org $5-$10

Princeton High School Performing Arts Center, Walnut Lane Princeton NJ 08540

HiTOPS Benefit at McCarter Theatre

Friday April 12, 2019
6:30 PM

HiTOPS invites you to join us for a night of music and celebration at McCarter Theatre! April 12th 6:30 PM and Reception 8:00 PM

Angelique Kidjo: Remain in the Light

The reception will include a Fund-a-Need Paddle Auction to generate additional support for our youth-focused programs and services: LGBTQ+ support programs, school and community-based sexual health education, peer education, and professional development, training and consultation.

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The Montessori Story, Princeton Montessori School

Friday April 12, 2019
6:30 PM

In celebration of our 50th anniversary year, Princeton Montessori School is excited to present a new production, The Montessori Story, an original musical written by Alex Mitnick. Friday, April 12 at 6:30 PM and Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 PM

Through song and dance the musical will bring to life the essence of Maria Montessori and her beliefs. You can learn more about the performance here. General admission tickets will be available for $5 each. Click here to purchase your tickets.

Tina and Friends Open Mic Night - Unionville Vineyards

Friday April 12, 2019
6:30 PM

9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes - - www.unionvillevineyards.com

Performers should arrive at the beginning of the evening to guarantee stage time. Free.