Princeton NJ Events

West Windsor Arts Holiday Hoopla, Whole World Arts in MarketFair Mall

Friday December 17, 2021
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join the board and staff of the West Windsor Arts Council for our annual year end party! Take a few minutes out from the hectic season to join us in our gallery and store. Enjoy original artwork, shop our one of a kind hand-crafted gifts and indulge in some sweets and snacks. We may even be passing around our Good Wishes energy ball. We will also be collecting baby diapers of all sizes and wipes, both to be donated to local organizations.

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Holiday Party, Zuzu Gallery

Friday December 17, 2021
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

23 Phillips Avenue, Lawrence www.zuzu-gallery.com.

Come celebrate the magic of the holidays, see neighbors and friends, lots of art, and enjoy a cup of wine or hot apple cider.

Story & Verse: Open Mic, Arts Council of Princeton

Friday December 17, 2021
7:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of community-created entertainment in the form of storytelling and poetic open mic. All are welcome to tell a well-prepared story or perform their poetry. Each month, we invite inspiration from a well-known song title. Performers should bring their own work, inspired by December's theme: Good Vibrations. Register. Free.

Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton

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The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theatre

Friday December 17, 2021
7:00 PM

Young Clara sneaks downstairs on Christmas Eve to play with her favorite present – a Nutcracker – when she is suddenly confronted by the menacing Mouse King! Her Nutcracker prince comes alive, saves her and whisks her away to the Land of The Sweets where Snow Queen & King, snow fairies, dancing sugar plums and toy soldiers all await her. The NJ Dance Connection presents this classic ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score – abridged and fully narrated! Family and friends of all ages can celebrate the holiday season together at this delightful performance.

Note: Proof of Vaccination (or negative Covid test) required at door for 12 and up. Masks for 2 and up.

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Sweet Honey In The Rock, McCarter Theatre

Friday December 17, 2021
7:30 PM

Celebrating The Holydays

A rare fusion of traditional American holiday spiritual songs and hymns, as well as songs from other cultures and religions ranging from Africa to Israel, this show is a seasonal presentation that also offers songs from the group's extensive repertoire.

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The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @State Theatre of New Jersey

Friday December 17, 2021
7:30 PM

American Repertory Ballet (ARB), under the leadership of Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel, returns to the State Theatre to perform the beloved classic Nutcracker with Tchaikovsky's magnificent score, stunning sets, thrilling choreography, and a live orchestra. Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl named Clara and how a mysterious gift from her Uncle Drosselmeyer brings about enchanted dreams and fantastical scenes.

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2021 Holiday Concert, Voices Chorale NJ

Friday December 17, 2021
8:00 PM

A joyous return to choral singing featuring: As the Bells Ring, Frostiana, Sing Gently, All Will Be Well, Eight Days of Lights

In person option: Friday, December 17, 8:00 PM Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ

Online option: Purchase before Noon on Dec. 17 to receive a link for live streaming the concert (or viewing on-demand until Dec. 31). Purchase after Noon on Dec. 17 to receive a link the following day for on-demand viewing until Dec. 31. Links sent via email from info@VoicesChoraleNJ.org starting Dec. 10.

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