Princeton NJ Events

Community Science Day at Rogers Refuge

Saturday August 13, 2022
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

All ages are encouraged to join us at Rogers Refuge on West Drive in Princeton to participate in guided nature walks and collect data to support Princeton's Environmental Resource Inventory.

Guided tours of the refuge led by the Friends of Rogers Refuge will leave on the hour from 8-11 a.m. A limited number of the library's Nature Explorer Backpacks that include binoculars, magnifying glasses and more for adults and children will be available for the guided walks. Participants may also bring their own backpack. Data will be collected using the iNaturalist app. Parking is limited; participants are encouraged to walk or bike to the event, wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Water will be provided; reusable water bottles are encouraged.

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National Day of Play, Gymboree Princeton

Saturday August 13, 2022
9:00 AM

Join us for a day of play as we open our doors to the community and celebrate childhood. You and your little ones (ages newborn to 5 years) can: -Embark on a playscape adventure -Hop on a parachute flight -Swim in a seas of bubbles

Contact a location near you for details and reserve your spots for this fun event! 

JOIN US: Babies/Crawlers/Walkers 9:00-9:45am Runners 10:00-10:45am Explorers 11:00-11:45am All age groups 11:45-12:45pm

Members and non-members welcome, socks required for adults, mask requirement and schedules vary by location.

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Land Steward Volunteer Session, Friends of Princeton Open Space

Saturday August 13, 2022
9:00 AM

Join the team! Friends of Princeton Open Space is looking for volunteers to join its Land Steward team to help with projects in the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve. No experience is necessary, just a love of nature and the outdoors! The next volunteer session is August 13, from 9:00 a.m. - noon, and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Registration is required at https://www.fopos.org/getinvolved.

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday August 13, 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

It’s all about local food and seasonality at the West Windsor Farmers Market! This year’s season kicks off on May 7th and running every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm, the market will be filled with local farmers and artisan food producers, including a knife sharpener, all from within fifty miles of West Windsor to celebrate the bounty of New Jersey. This season’s roster includes nearly fifty farms and vendors, several with a rotating schedule, including a baker under the new NJ Cottage Rule.

Market held rain or shine in the lower Vaughn Lot of the Princeton Junction Train Station - ENTRANCE FROM 877 Alexander Road, free parking. NJ Transit bus 877 or Dinky and ½ mile walk to Vaughn Lot. Visit wwcfm.org or call 609-913-7581.

The WWCFM accepts SNAP/EBT and offers matching incentives towards fruit & vegetable purchases (up to $20 per market day). Several farms accept WIC/FMNP/SFMNP High school students and local community members are encouraged to volunteer with the WWCFM; please email manager@westwindsorfarmersmarket.org

Storytime Under the Tree, French American School

Saturday August 13, 2022
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

The French American School of Princeton will hold a Story Reading event open to children aged 2 to 6 on Saturday, August 13, from 9:30 to 11:00 am. Please bring a friend and enjoy stories from around the world.

75 Mapleton Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 ecoleprinceton.org

Tai Chi by the River, Washington Crossing State Park NJ

Saturday August 13, 2022
9:30 AM

Join us for Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They'll be leading classes by the River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.

Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot. Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated!

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Canal Walks, Princeton Canal Walkers

Saturday August 13, 2022
10:00 AM

Saturdays, 10 a.m., 3 mile walk on the towpath, year-round weather permitting. Free.

Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. Email dsubber@gmail.com. 

Pam's Annual Canning & Freezing Class, Terhune's

Saturday August 13, 2022
10:00 AM

Pam is frequently asked for her advice on freezing and canning the fresh fruit picked at the farm. Learn Pam Mount’s secrets for enjoying summer’s bounty all year long! This free class is offered only once every summer. Join us on Saturday, August 13 at 10am.

Learn her secrets for preserving peaches and other fruits and vegetables at their peak, and get answers to your canning and freezing questions. Peaches, blueberries and corn are easy to freeze or can at the height of their freshness. Follow Pam’s easy directions and you’ll have a delicious reminder of your Terhune visit to enjoy during the cold winter months. Class is free but online registration is requested: Register Here.

Malidelphia, Levitt AMP Trenton Music Series, Mill Hill Park

Saturday August 13, 2022
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Family activities from 2 to 5 p.m. followed by concert. The folkloric performance-art ensemble of African and African American artists, singers and dancers uses their music to connect Malian and Philadelphian cultural art forms, such as jazz, blues and Afropop. Free.

East Front & South Broad streets, Trenton. www.trenton-downtown.com/levitt-amp-trenton.

Screening, "The Little Mermaid", Princeton Public Library

Saturday August 13, 2022
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A young mermaid strikes a deal with a sea witch to become human in order to land the man of her dreams, even though her father has forbidden her to swim to the surface.

Princeton Public Library Community Room