Princeton NJ Events

Winter Mini-Camp, The Watershed Institute

Monday December 29, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

School's out for winter break- spend some of those days getting active while exploring nature with Watershed Educators! Campers should be prepared for a busy day of being outdoors and lots of walking no matter the weather. We recommend packing waterproof shoes, warm layers, lunch and a few snacks, a large water bottle, and a comfortable backpack. Grades K-4. Dress for the weather of the day.

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Patriots Week Events

Monday December 29, 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NJ State House Tours, Patriots Week, 145 West State Street, Trenton, 609-847-3150. www.patriotsweek.com. Visit the home of the New Jersey State Legislature. Join a guided tour of the General Assembly and Senate chambers and discover the storied history of New Jersey’s State House. Advanced reservations required by calling. Free. 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 1 and 2 p.m.

Author Talk: Winning the 10 Crucial Days, Patriots Week, New Jersey State Library, 609-847-3150. www.patriotsweek.com. Join author David Price online as he discusses his book "Winning The Ten Crucial Days: The Keys to Victory in George Washington’s Legendary Winter Campaign." Pre-registration is required. Free. Noon to 1 p.m.

Songs and Stories of the Revolution, Patriots Week, Trenton Free Public Library, Reading Room, 120 Academy Street, Trenton, 609-847-3150. www.patriotsweek.com. Dressed in Colonial garb, story-teller and musician Matthew Dodd performs stories and songs, taking his audience back to Colonial New Jersey during the American Revolution. Free. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Italian Cooking, Orecchiette Bolognese, Shelley's Table

Monday December 29, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Italian Cooking, Orecchiette Bolognese ~ Learn how to make fresh orecchiette like the Pugliese do, using their finely ground semolina. Hosted at Shelley’s Table in Lambertville, NJ, 11-2:30pm.

Classes can be booked here: https://www.shelleystable.com/upcoming-classes or you can reach Shelley at (646)-236-0605 and shelleystable@gmail.com.