Princeton NJ Events

Simchat Torah Service and Celebration, Adath Israel Congregation

Wednesday October 15, 2025
9:30 AM

Come sing and dance with the Torah! Fun, interactive, and l’chaim!

Adath Israel Congregation, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 (609) 896-4977 x20

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Princeton University Farmers’ Market

Wednesday October 15, 2025
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

The Princeton University Farmers’ Market will return for eight weeks to the Firestone Library/Chapel Plaza on Wednesdays from September 3 to October 29, open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members of the University and local communities will have an opportunity to purchase fresh locally grown produce and other goods from area farmers and businesses that use sustainable practices.

Participating vendors include Carlito’s Taco Wagon, Catalina Empanadas, The Granola Bar, Little Star Foods, Jersey Artisan, Judith’s Desserts, Nutty Novelties, Picklelicious, Sprouts Flowers, Roper’s Way Farm, Terhune Orchards, Tico’s Eatery and Juice Bar, Ooika Matcha, Ice Dreamz, RiceWich & Tea House… and more! Please contact pumarket@princeton.edu with any questions.

Mercer County Career & Resource Fair, CURE Insurance Arena

Wednesday October 15, 2025
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

South Broad Street, Trenton, 609-989-6523.

Meet with employers and representatives from community agencies, connect with employers committed to fair chance hiring, and learn more about expunging your court record. Email OTES@mercercounty.org for more information.

Diwali: An Evening of Music and Lights

Wednesday October 15, 2025
5:30 PM

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and the joy of community. Experience the beauty of dance, music, colorful rangoli, and delicious traditional foods in a gathering that welcomes all cultures to share in friendship, hope, and celebration. Registration required, no fee.

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Mary Tanner Lecture, Lawrence Historical Society

Wednesday October 15, 2025
7:00 PM

Lawrence High School, 2525 Princeton Pike, Lawrence. www.thelhs.org.

"American Revolution 250 - Aaron Burr and the Hamilton Musical" presented by Rick Feingold, who discusses Aaron Burr, the man versus the musical. Using audio excerpts from the musical, Feingold explores the life of this most controversial Founding Father and Mercer County resident. Was he really a villain? Register via EventBrite. Free.

Jersey Art Meetup, Arts Council of Princeton

Wednesday October 15, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Princeton Comic Makers presents: JERSEY ART MEETUPS (JAM), a weekly social event connecting creatives within the greater Central Jersey area through a shared passion for sequential art and new media. Attendees may use this open workshop space to draw, write, and develop their own artwork, with an opportunity to receive peer review and feedback from other members if desired. Illustrators, animators, writers, and generalists are all welcome to join and discuss their art and career goals, share learning resources, promote current projects, or find friends and collaborators. Must be 16+ to attend. Free.

102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org

An Old Fashioned Family Murder, George Street Playhouse

Wednesday October 15, 2025
7:30 PM

Arthur Laurents Theater, 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick. www.georgestreetplayhouse.org.

On a dark and stormy night, a once-grand estate becomes the stage for a chilling crime in this razor-sharp comic mystery from Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro. $35 and up.