Princeton NJ Events

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday November 11, 2023
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Up to 50 farms and other vendors on site selling fresh produce, meat, sweets, beer, tea, bread, pickles, and more. Live music and other special events weekly.

877 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. www.wwcfm.org

Farmer's Market, Montgomery Township Friends of Open Space

Saturday November 11, 2023
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

June 3 to November 18

The Village Shoppes, 1378 Rt. 206, Skillman, NJ 08558 (near Ricky’s Thai and Genteel’s Pizza)

For 21 years we have advocated for local farmers and small businesses. When you buy local, you support not just these hard-working businesses, you’re supporting our community and a healthier, more sustainable New Jersey.

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Saturday Walks on Lawrence Hopewell Trail

Saturday November 11, 2023
9:30 AM

Walk along a section the developing 22-mile Lawrence Hopewell Trail on the second Saturday of every month. Location varies; 9:30 a.m. start. Free. More details on lhtrail.org/walkingclub/.

Saturday Storytime, Hopewell Train Station

Saturday November 11, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

The Hopewell Train Station, 2 Railroad Place, Hopewell, NJ 08525

Fall into fall! This Saturday morning, all of our stories feature fall and families! So come join us at the Hopewell Train Station for a sweet start to your Saturday funday. See you there!

Presented by Hopewell Library

Frosty & Rudolph, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday November 11, 2023
11:00 AM

11am and 1pm

1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre.org.

The kids take Frosty to the North Pole where he meets Rudolph and they hatch a plan to save Christmas by using the reindeer’s incredible red nose to guide Santa's sleigh. $10.

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New York International Children's Film Festival, Princeton Garden Theatre

Saturday November 11, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Eight short films recommended for ages 5 and up are shown at the Princeton Garden Theatre as part of the $5 Family Matinee series. Limited free tickets for library cardholders are available at the third floor Information Desk while supply lasts.

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Winery Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards

Saturday November 11, 2023
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come join us in our historic apple orchard for Terhune wine, light fare, relaxing music, and friend-filled afternoons every Saturday and Sunday this November from 12:00 – 5:00 PM at Terhune Orchards Vineyard and Winery. It’s the perfect way to enjoy your weekend! Enjoy a glass or tasting flight of our award-winning wines, sit back, relax. Wine and light fare including cheese platters and chips & homemade salsa are available. Enjoy lunch fare from our Barn Door Café. Saturday and Sundays enjoy live music from local artists each week. Styles range from Jazz and Blues to Folk and Rock. Music is from 1pm-4pm.

Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road (crossroad Carter Road) Princeton, NJ 08540 Mercer County

www.terhuneorchards.com 

Elf the Musical, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday November 11, 2023
8:00 PM

1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre.org.

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. $32.

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Local Theatre Productions

Saturday November 11, 2023
8:00 PM

On Golden Pond, Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.org. The love story of Ethel and Norman Thayer, who are returning to their summer home on Golden Pond. He is a retired professor, nearing 80, with heart palpitations and a failing memory — but still is tart-tongued, observant, and eager for life as ever. Ethel, his wife, delights in all the small things that have enriched their long life together. On Golden Pond navigates the ups and downs of family life and the importance of ultimately enjoying the moments we have. $22. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Elf the Musical, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre.org. Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. $32. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.

The Winter's Tale — A Public Works Musical, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Directed at Princeton by professional director and faculty member Shariffa Ali, this musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" is set in dystopian Sicilia and utopian Bohemia and inspired by Afrofuturism and centers community participation through a story of love, betrayal and redemption. $12. 8 p.m.

Triangle Show: Ship Happens, A Cruisical, McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. www.mccarter.org. Triangle sets sail for its 133rd year of original musical comedy with a tale as old as tide. Climb aboard the SS Giznee Fairytale, a cruise with all of the amenities - buffets, shuffleboard, and even magic? While other passengers enjoy their luxurious journey, twins Isla and Lindsay venture below decks, only to be swept away in a current of schemes and whimsy. $25 to $250. 8 p.m.

The Little Mermaid, Villagers Theatre, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, 732-873-2710. www.villagerstheatre.com. Rebellious 16-year-old mermaid Ariel is fascinated with life on land and falls for a human prince, but a deal with the sea witch Ursula causes her plans to go awry. $22. 8 p.m.

Family Theater

Bluey's Big Play, State Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, 732-246-7469. www.statetheatrenj.org. Live stage show based on the Emmy Award-winning animated preschool series. $29.50 to $129.50. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Frosty & Rudolph, Music Mountain Theater, 1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre.org. The kids take Frosty to the North Pole where he meets Rudolph and they hatch a plan to save Christmas by using the reindeer’s incredible red nose to guide Santa's sleigh. $10. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.