Princeton NJ Events

Storytelling Festival at the Trent House

Saturday October 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hear ye! Hear ye! Storytelling Festival at the 1719 William Trent House on October 4! Celebrate AMERICA250 with over 30 storytellers, who will spin and sing A Tapestry of Tales (1776-2026) in commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the following 250 years of the American story.

Highlights: Singalong, American musical story songs (featuring Oscar Hammerstein) with Tom Chiola vocalist, and George Sinkler on keyboard; Story Slam led by storyteller Denise McCormack; Lightning Round, 2 minute stories, led by storyteller Ken Galipeau; tour of the historic 1719 William Trent House; tribute to John Fitch, patriot and inventor, after whom Trenton's John Fitch Way (RT. 29) is named.

Free Admission - Free Parking - Rain or Shine; Grownups & Family Audience Info: NJ Storytelling Network njstorynet.org (609) 890-3378

Princeton University Eating Clubs Tour

Saturday October 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Colonial Club, 40 Prospect Avenue, Princeton

Join author Clifford Zink on a walking tour outside Princeton University’s majestic eating clubs. Learn about the architecture, origins, and development of the sixteen Classical and Gothic-style clubhouses, which date from 1895 to 1928.

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Cinematic Tour of Princeton University, Alliance Francaise

Saturday October 4, 2025
11:00 AM

FitzRandolph Gate, Nassau Street. allianceprinceton.com.

Tour in English led by Yassine, the coordinator of the French film festival each spring. He shares his extensive knowledge of movies filmed on the campus and in town. RSVP to Gail at gailbruno7@gmail.com. $10 cash.