Princeton NJ Events

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday October 26, 2024
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Nearly forty farms and vendors are represented with offerings including seasonal Jersey Fresh produce, mushrooms, sustainably caught seafood, poultry, pastured eggs, freshly milled oats, pickles, sauces, jams, fresh pasta, goats milk products, cheese, breads, baked goods, pastries, pastured meats, vegan savory and sweets, Lebanese salads, Eastern European favorites, Indian simmer sauces and prepared meals, alpaca fiber wear, vegan chocolates, pesticide-free flowers, as well as on-site food trucks with crepes, fresh pressed juices, hot and iced coffee and teas.

Held at the Vaughn Lot at the Princeton Junction Train Station, with plenty of free parking, this gathering space for folks who love good food is known for its wide assortment of offerings and welcoming atmosphere.

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

Tour de Towpath, D&R Canal Watch

Saturday October 26, 2024
9:30 AM

Fifty years ago, on October 10, New Jersey Governor Brendan Byrne signed legislation to create the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park, a 70-mile linear park in Central Jersey that is the second most visited state park.To celebrate the anniversary, the nonprofit D&R Canal Watch has organized a walk-run-bike event called Tour de Towpath, centered at Cadwalader Park in Trenton, on Saturday, October 26. Arrive between 9 or 9:30 for the 10 am start. 

The Tour de Towpath will feature a flagship 50-mile bicycle ride to Colonial Park in Franklin Township, as well as a 20-mile cycling route to Princeton's Turning Basin Park, a non-competitive half-marathon run/walk to Washington Crossing State Park in Hopewell and a 5k fun run/walk. A festival at the City of Trenton's Cadwalader Park will greet participants upon their return with music, food trucks, and a community village featuring local non-profits. All pre-registered volunteers and participants will receive an event T-shirt. To register or donate, visit the event website at TourdeTowpath.org. Registration is $50 in advance and $60 the morning of the event; volunteer registration is free.

Open House, Cedar Hill Prep

Saturday October 26, 2024
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Cedar Hill Prep is a leading private school that strives to provide students with a top-notch education that prepares them for success in the 21st century. If you want to learn more about our school, join us at our upcoming Open House. You will have the chance to meet our administrative staff, who will be more than happy to provide you with an overview of the curriculum and answer any questions you may have. At CHP, our students consistently rank in the top 10% of the country, and we take great pride in the quality of education we provide. Take advantage of this opportunity to see what makes CHP a special place.

We look forward to seeing you at the event.

Email admissions@cedarhillprep.com for more information.

Canal Path Walk, Turning Basin Park

Saturday October 26, 2024
10:00 AM

Three mile walk on the towpath, year-round. Free.

Meet at Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, at the end of the parking lot near the road. Register to get notice of cancellations due to weather by emailing canalwalkers@googlegroups.com.

Fall Family Fun Weekends, Terhune's

Saturday October 26, 2024
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Come to Terhune Orchards for a day of family fun on the farm!

What better way to celebrate fall than with Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins and Apples! Enjoy pony rides, pedal and play tractors, children’s games & activities, visit the Corn Stalk Maze and Hay Bale Maze, Adventure Story Barn, our barnyard of farm animals and so much more farm fun. In our historic apple orchard, enjoy tasting flights or a glass of red, white or fruit-based wine made from Terhune own grapes and fruit, with plenty of open-air seating.

Terhune Orchards features live music played by some of our best local talent. See here for the list of live music: https://www.terhuneorchards.com/month-music-farm/

Online tickets: https://terhuneorchards.ticketspice.com/fall-2024  Free Parking. Apple Picking at 13 Van Kirk Road Orchard*. For more information call visit www.terhuneorchards.com/fall-family-fun-weekends or call 609-924-2310

Pumpkin Palooza! ACP

Saturday October 26, 2024
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Join Pezz Glassworks for live glass blowing demonstrations and learn how they transform molten glass to create beautiful blown glass pumpkins and more. Bring the family for kid-friendly science activities: the Princeton University Molecular Biology Outreach Program will show you how to extract DNA from pumpkins, and the Princeton University Chemistry Graduate Student Organization has tons of spooky, sciencey fun in store!

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Princeton Photo Workshop: Digital Camera Basics

Saturday October 26, 2024
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 October 26, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturdays, October 26, November 2, 9, 2024, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

This course gives you the skills and training to start taking better pictures with your digital camera. Parts 1 and 3: Fully interactive virtual learning: Digital Camera Essentials, Composition, Lighting and Photo Review Part 2: In-Person Learning and Practice, Princeton, NJ

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Torah Talk with Rabbi Adler, Adath Israel Congregation

Saturday October 26, 2024
10:15 AM

Once a month, before Shabbat morning Torah service (about 10:15am), join Rabbi Adler for an interactive text study on themes of the weekly Tora portioned enjoy a fun coffee and tea bar. RSVP not necessary. Adath Israel Congregation, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ (609) 896-4977. www.AdathIsraelNJ.org

“Preserve or Perish: 18th-Century Food Preservation", Rockingham

Saturday October 26, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

On Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Susan Plaisted of Heart to Hearth Cookery returns (cheesemaking and ice cream programs) to the Rockingham barn to present “Preserve or Perish: 18th-Century Food Preservation.” Techniques for food preservation will be discussed and presented via actual preserved products, with limited hands on, and augmented with Power Point pictures. This is an on-going program that can be visited at any time throughout the afternoon and for which registration is not required! The event is free, but donations to Rockingham are always welcome!

Rockingham is located at 84 Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Rd. (Rte. 603) in Franklin Township, Somerset County. For further information, please call 609-683-7132 or go to www.rockingham.net.