Princeton NJ Events

7th Annual Delaware River Cleanup

Saturday September 21, 2024
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

The Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) is excited to announce a collaborative river cleanup event on September 21, 2024. In partnership with the NJ Clean Communities programs in Hunterdon and Mercer Counties and the NJ Park Service, we are coming together to tackle the litter along the shores of our Wild and Scenic Delaware River. This year’s cleanup will cover twenty areas along the river, stretching from the Delaware Water Gap, NJ, to Duck Island at the Abbott Marshlands in Hamilton. Volunteers will remove trash from along the shoreline, or join an on-water cleanup at the Giving Pond in Bucks County.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: The registration page is linked to our home page, http://www.delawarerivergreenwaypartnership.org. To register, click on a site and additional information about each will be provided along with the required waiver form. Children are welcome and encouraged to help! Registered volunteers should bring insect repellent and water. Comfortable clothing, long pants, and closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Participants will be provided with trash bags and gloves. A complimentary cleanup tee shirt will be provided!

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday September 21, 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

Canal Path Walk, Turning Basin Park

Saturday September 21, 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.

Historic Jugtown Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton

Saturday September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join historian Clifford Zink for a tour of Princeton’s third oldest neighborhood, the Jugtown Historic District. First called Queenston, the area started as a crossroads settlement around 1730. View the architectural evolution of the neighborhood, while enjoying some stories of people who lived and worked here. Locations will include the site of the potteries that gave Jugtown its name, the attempted women’s college in Princeton, and the quarries that supplied stone for the construction of many of Princeton’s buildings. Tour starts in front of the Hook and Ladder Co. firehouse, 27 N. Harrison Street. Copies of the new Jugtown/Queenston booklet will be available to purchase at the printing cost of $12.

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Montgomery Woods Annual Garage Sale

Saturday September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Date: Saturday, September 21st, 2024 (Rain Date: September 28th)

Time: 10 AM - 2 PM

Location: Brookline Ct, Chicopee Dr., Norwood Ct., Chestnut Ct., Foxboro Ct., Needham Way, Melrose Rd., Roxbury Ct., Watertown Ct., Harverhill Ct., Andover Cir., and Evert Ct. J

oin us for a community-wide garage sale across multiple streets in Montgomery Woods! It's a shopping extravaganza with treasures including home décor, furniture, baby items, tools, toys, electronics, pet items, clothing, handbags, kitchenware, jewelry, books, and much more. All are welcome to explore our beautiful neighborhood, meet new people, and discover bargains. Feel free to bring your children or pets for a walk while enjoying the sale. We kindly ask drivers to exercise caution and watch for pedestrians during the event.

Hopewell Harvest Fair

Saturday September 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Harvest Fair returns again to the grounds of Hopewell Elementary School on Saturday September 21 from 10AM-4PM. It's a cherished local tradition, attracting fair-goers from all over the area to enjoy a day of old-fashioned fun, while raising funds for local non-profits. Lead Sponsors of the 2024 Fair are Morehouse Engineering and Provident Bank providing our tent and live music for the event.

Mark your calendars for September 21 (rain date September 28) and come out to spend a day celebrating and creating community.

Trenton River Days, The Watershed Institute

Saturday September 21, 2024
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Join us for Trenton River Days, a free event that celebrates the history, culture, and recreational benefits of the Delaware River.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 21, local families and community members are invited to South Riverwalk Park near the Trenton Thunder Stadium to enjoy the festivities. The event will feature canoe and boat rides, food, live music, hayrides, fly fishing demonstrations with Trout Unlimited, crafts, and other fun!

This will be an in-person event with educational games and exhibits for hands-on fun. Our Watershed staff will have large tanks filled with varieties of fish that inhabit the Delaware River. We will also explore the water quality of local waterways and learn how the data is gathered and used. Trenton River Days is a partnership of The Watershed Institute, Mercer County Park Commission, Mercer County, ArtWorks, and the City of Trenton.

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Art All Day 2024

Saturday September 21, 2024
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Art All Day returns for its 13th year, offering thousands of visitors a dynamic window into Trenton's vibrant artistic community. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, September 21st, 2024 from 12 pm to 6 pm, bringing together art lovers and city explorers alike. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit open art studios, experience live painting demonstrations, enjoy downtown activities, and take a guided art tour around Trenton.

Art All Day also coincides with River Days, held in partnership with Mercer County Park Commission, providing a rich mix of creative and outdoor river-related experiences for visitors.

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Opening Reception, "Art by Two Generations of Trenton Artists", Trenton Free Public Library

Saturday September 21, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The Trenton Artists Workshop Association (TAWA) and the Trenton Free Public Library will present the exhibition "Art by Two Generations of Trenton Artists" at the Trenton Free Public Library from September 16th through December 17th. This is a continuation of the "Fresh Art" series that showcases the talent of area artists which is slated to continue as an ongoing series. An opening reception is set for Saturday, September 21, from 2 pm to 4 pm and a meet the artist event is scheduled for December 17th from 2 pm to 4 pm. The two noted mother and son artists are Peggy Peplow Gummere and John Gummere.

The Trenton Free Public Library is located at 120 Academy Street and is located in the Creek2Canal Trenton Arts District. Hours are Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on the library, call 609-392-7188.

Art Making Party Celebration, Princeton Makes

Saturday September 21, 2024
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, will celebrate its 3rd anniversary by hosting Art at Night, an evening art making party, on Saturday, September 21 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. The party will take place at its artist studios and art market in the Princeton Shopping Center. Art at Night will be a fun evening of creativity and community.

The event will feature live model drawing sessions (with supplies provided), a collaborative community art project, hands-on creative activities for all ages, live music by the Mark Carson Trio, a raffle of Princeton Makes Artists’ work, and more. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to the public.

Additional information is available at www.princetonmakes.com, and everyone is invited to follow Princeton Makes on Facebook and Instagram.