Princeton NJ Events

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday November 5, 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

STEAM Saturdays with Mobile Minds of NJ, The Community Well

Saturday November 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fun hands-on learning returns to The Community Well October 1 through November 12, 10 am to Noon. Saturday mornings are filled with science, tech and art learning. This term's theme is "Building An Amusement Park"! For more information and to register, contact Dee Saunders at (609) 557-7325 or contact mobilemindsofnj@gmail.com. To learn more about Mobile Minds of NJ and its programs, go to www.mobilemindsnj.org.

Location: Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main Street (Rte. 206) in the village of Lawrenceville.  

Princeton Photo Workshop: Digital Camera Basics

Saturday November 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn the essential functions of your digital camera, including shooting modes, shutter speed, aperture and ISO, and explore how to think about taking a picture you'll be proud to share.

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Princeton Photo Workshop: Fundamentals of Digital Photography Course

Saturday November 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturdays, November 5-November 19, 2022, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

This course gives you the skills and training to start taking better pictures with your digital camera.

Part 1: Digital Camera Essentials Fully interactive virtual learning

Part 2: In-Person Learning and Practice, Princeton, NJ* *Students who are unable to attend this in-person session will receive photography assignments to complete at the end of Part 1.

Part 3: Composition, Lighting and Photo Review Fully interactive virtual learning

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Healthy HeARTS Fest, Appel Farm

Saturday November 5, 2022
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Join Appel Farm for Healthy HeARTS Fest on November 5 from 10am-4pm as we kick off our new series of free Environmental Arts and Wellness programs. This day-long festival starts with a 5k race/1 mile walk where folks will be able to explore our beautiful campus. Stay for the day and enjoy sustainable art-making, wellness activities, kids' activities including face painting, food truck, live music and local beer, wine and spirits. Spend the day celebrating arts and wellness with Appel Farm!

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Cannon Firing Demonstration, Washington Crossing State Park

Saturday November 5, 2022
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Lamb’s Artillery Company (Revolutionary War reenactment group) will be conducting Artillery demonstrations from 12:00 Noon. to 4:00 P.M. in the field behind the Visitor Center Museum at Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville, New Jersey, on Saturday, November 5th. The cannon firing demonstrations will be held at 12:00, 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30. This event is co-sponsored by The Swan Historical Foundation Inc.

The Visitor Center Museum can be reached from I-95 by taking the Trenton/Lambertville Exit (this is the first exit in N.J. heading north and the last exit heading south). Head north on Route 29 for 2 ½ miles and turn right at the first traffic light. Park Entrance will be on your left in a ½ mile. Enter the park and follow the signs to the Visitor Center Museum. For more information call (609) 737-0623.

HiTOPS Queer Career Day

Saturday November 5, 2022
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Get ready for a fun twist on your typical Career Day! On Saturday, November 5th, from 12-3 pm, come to HiTOPS to meet and learn from LGBTQ+ professionals from various occupations. This event is open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 11-24. Tickets are limited, but registration is FREE - http://ow.ly/KjXH50L2v5Q

Day of Science/Día de la Ciencia, Princeton Public Library

Saturday November 5, 2022
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join Princeton scientists and engineers to learn more about the exciting new research going on in materials science. Visit the many table top activities and hands-on demonstrations, engage the scientists and engineers, ask questions (either in Spanish or English), and have fun with your entire family. Intended for children 5 and up with their families.

65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-9529. www.princetonlibrary.org.

El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration, Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday November 5, 2022
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Celebrate el Día de los Muertos with the Arts Council of Princeton! Join us for a free, family-friendly outdoor festival to learn about this culturally rich holiday with Mariachi, dancers, food, and hands-on projects inspired by traditional folk art.

El Día de los Muertos is observed in Mexico and throughout the world this time of year, where family and friends gather to remember and honor those who have passed before us. The Arts Council connects the traditions of the holiday by building a community altar dedicated to loved ones, making sugar skulls, decorating with Celosia and Cempasuchil flowers, and featuring local traditional food and drink of Mexico. Free and open to the public.

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