Princeton NJ Events

Stony Brook Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton

Saturday December 11, 2021
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Before there was a "Princeton," six Quaker families established a community on the fertile ground along Stony Brook. This 2-mile hike explores the lives of the early settlers and the community they established, while following a portion of the trail George Washington took from Trenton to the Princeton Battlefield. Stops include the Stony Brook Meeting House and Burial Ground, walking a portion of the "hidden" back road into Princeton, and a view of the Battlefield. Register. $10. Masks required for indoor portions of tour.

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Babes in Toyland, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday December 11, 2021
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

The villainous Barnaby has fallen in love with sweet Mistress Mary Quite Contrary. If he can’t buy her love, then he’ll force her to marry him by threatening to foreclose on her mother, the poor Widow Piper. Mary already has her heart set on marrying Barnaby’s nephew Alan — but Barnaby hasn’t given up, and he herds the whole gang of Mother Goose Land characters to Toyland in pursuit of Mary. There, we encounter the magical mystery of Toyland as we meet the Master Toymaker and his quirky assistants Grumio and Marmaduke.

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Indoor Santa Visits the Ewing Branch Library

Saturday December 11, 2021
11:00 AM

Ewing Branch, 61 Scotch Road Ewing, NJ 08628  609-882-3148

Santa will read a story and then children will have an opportunity to take a photo with Santa and get candy canes! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148 or e-mail ewprogs@mcl.org.

Small Explorers: Starry Skies, NJ State Museum

Saturday December 11, 2021
11:00 AM

Join us on a journey into space followed by a story and some awesome activities. We'll be reading "Orion and the Dark" by Emma Yarlett and exploring the Planetarium! Join us to see One World, One Sky. Have you looked for the stars at night or seen the moon glow? Let's explore space together through stories, pretend play and crafts.

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Walking Tour, Witherspoon-Jackson Neighborhood

Saturday December 11, 2021
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The Witherspoon-Jackson Historical and Cultural Society (WJHCS) has announced the unveiling of the 29 Heritage Tour plaques in the Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood, Princeton’s 20th Historic District, next month. The public is invited to join a special walking tour on Saturday, December 11, from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. The tour will begin at the Arts Council of Princeton and end with a reception at Studio Hillier located at 190 Witherspoon Street.

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Santa Visits, Terhune Orchards

Saturday December 11, 2021
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Pose for photos with Santa; shop for trees, wreaths, and other greenery; and visit the Barn Door Café or Winery for hot drinks and smores.

Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-924-2310

The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @Patriots Theatre at the War Memorial - Two Shows

Saturday December 11, 2021
1:00 PM

1 and 5pm

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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Twas the Night Before Christmas, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday December 11, 2021
1:00 PM

1 and 4pm

The excitement and wonder of the long-awaited midnight visit by Santa Claus, made famous in Clement Moore’s beloved poem, is brought to the stage again by The Kelsey Players in a fun and enchanting musical perfect for even the littlest ones. Bring the whole family for this joyous Holiday Tradition.

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

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Alcohol Ink Ornaments Workshop, Whole World Arts

Saturday December 11, 2021
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Anyone can create colorful abstract paintings using brilliant alcohol inks! Participants will be given Yupo paper and 2 mini ornament frames. These unique paintings are perfect for the holidays or as tiny original art for your walls. All art materials will be provided. Please wear a protective apron or wear old clothes as alcohol ink stains. Materials fee of $10 to be paid to the teaching artist at the start of the workshop.

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Screening of "The Ten Day Stand That Defined a Free Country," Washington Crossing State Park

Saturday December 11, 2021
2:00 PM

Screening of "The Ten Day Stand That Defined a Free Country," an award-winning 10-minute documentary created by Arjun Agarwal and John Weaver, 2021 graduates of Lawrence High School and The Lawrenceville School, respectively, followed by a lecture by Resource Interpretive Specialist Clay Craighead on the significance of the Christmas night crossing and the Battle of Trenton.

355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, 609-737-0623. www.njparksandforests.org/parks/washingtoncrossingstatepark.html.