Events

School Open Houses

Major Non-Profit Fundraisers

9/7 – Nassau Street Sampler, Princeton University Art Museum, 5-8pm., Celebrate the beginning of the fall semester with the Museum at the fifteenth annual Nassau Street Sampler. Join us at Dillon Gym for food and drink from local Princeton eateries, art making, raffles and prizes, and musical performances—and be sure to stop by our two downtown galleries, Art on Hulfish and Art@Bainbridge, for more great art and activities.
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9/8 – ART of the New Antiquarians, ACP, 5:30-7pm., Young collectors exist! A point made beautifully clear in The New Antiquarians, the stunning new release by Michael Diaz-Griffith. Meet the author, receive your signed copy of The New Antiquarians, and enjoy refreshments during a post-talk reception. This ART OF event will inspire you to collect, or at least begin dreaming about it! After all: three of anything makes a collection, but a collecting practice can be ignited, quietly, by a single bewitching object. artscouncilofprinceton.org/event/art-of-the-new-antiquarians/

9/8 – Tavern Night @Old Barracks Museum, 7pm, Enjoy savory hors-d'oeuvres as well as an open beer and wine bar all while immersing yourself in an 18th century tavern. Share drinks, play games, and learn dance steps to the most popular songs with ladies and gentlemen from the period as well as modern guests. Tickets are available on our website for $70 each, $60 for Old Barracks Association members. Tickets will not be sold at the door. No one under 21 is permitted at Tavern Night. This fundraiser supports educational initiatives for thousands of New Jersey students. www.barracks.org/tavern-night.html

9/9 – 12^th Annual Sourland Spectacular, 7am., The Sourland Conservancy (sourland.org/) hope you will join this year—cycling through the gorgeous forest and farmland of the historic Sourlands, for a challenging yet rewarding ride. Proceeds from the event will help support their tremendous forest restoration effort, now underway. Riders may begin when they would like between 7:00–10:00am in order to complete their route in time for lunch. Pre-event coffee and breakfast will be followed by lunches served from 11:00 until 2:00. The lunch will, of course, be capped by their famous ice cream sundaes. Riders will surely have earned it! Click here for more information

9/9 – Annual Insect Festival, 11 – 2pm., Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County will sponsor the 2023 “Bugs Rule!” Insect Festival on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Mercer Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell Township. The festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is free and on-site parking is available. Learn about the importance of insects in our lives and how they create the biological foundation for all terrestrial ecosystems through fun, hands-on activities! Click here for more information

9/9 – “Make Me Famous” Film Screening, 5pm., Acme Screening Room - Join the Acme Screening Room Sat September 9 at 5pm for the film “Make Me Famous” including a post screening Q&A with filmmaker Brian Vincent, producer Heather Spore and cinematographer John Sawyer. Make Me Famous is a madcap romp through the 1980's NYC art scene amid the colorful career of painter, Edward Brezinski, hell-bent on making it. What begins as an investigation into Brezinski’s legacy and mysterious disappearance becomes a sharp, witty portrait of NYC’s 1980s downtown art scene resulting in an irresistible snapshot of an unknown artist that captures the spirit of an iconic era. www.acmescreeningroom.org/

9/10 - Welcome Back to TJC! 10am – all day! Join The Jewish Center of Princeton on Sunday September 10! Join us for the Big Apple Bake Off, bring food to donate to JFCS, grab some ice cream from the Good Humor Truck, and find your next read at the Library Book Sale! There's something for everyone as we celebrate the start of many new beginnings- the start of a new school year, the start of fall, and the start of our 75th year! thejewishcenter.org/

9/13 - Foraging Forest Tour & Talk, Hopewell Public Library/Sourland Conservancy, 1:15-3:30pm. The Hopewell Public Library is happy to collaborate with the Sourland Conservancy to host a tour of the Foraging Forest! It will be conducted by their Stewardship Coordinator, Eric Williams, and their volunteer manager Sari Pehnke. The tour will begin with a general orientation meeting at the gazebo first, then a guided walk over to the garden. The tour will include descriptions of the plants in the area, history of the plants, and why they planted them. Part of the garden also includes pollinator plants which, while not suitable for eating, are great for the insects. Register here . Meeting: The Hopewell Park Gazebo

9/13 – Walk With A Rothman Doc, 5:30-6:30pm., Join a walking group on Wednesday 9/13, led by Rothman Orthopaedics' Dr. Sarah Weinstein, for a fun and safe place to go for a walk, learn about health, and meet new friends. All are welcome to this FREE event that will take place from 5:30PM – 6:30PM at Mercer County Park (meet at Grandparents Grove). Learn more and Register here.

9/14 – Prof Picks @Princeton Garden Theatre, 7pm., In this series, the Princeton Garden Theatre welcomes guests from Princeton and other nearby universities to discuss a film with our audience in person after a screening. The academics will often talk about topics that overlap with their research and teaching interests. "Prof Picks" is a great way to engage the in theater audience and to connect further with the community. September 14, 7 p.m. The Red Shoes - Presented by A.C. Lovett, September 20, 7 p.m. 8 1/2 - Presented by Gaetana Marrone-Puglia, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau, Princeton. princetongardentheatre.org/profpicks

9/16 – 6ht Annual Delaware River Cleanup, 8:30-11:30am., Delaware River Greenway Partnership (DRGP) has joined forces with NJ Clean Communities programs in Hunterdon and Mercer County and the NJ Park Service to help tackle the litter along the shore of our Wild and Scenic Delaware River. This year's cleanup includes eighteen areas along the river ranging from Holland Township in Hunterdon County all the way to Duck Island at the Abbott Marshlands in Hamilton! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: bit.ly/3qIB9qW 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. 

9/16 - Zuzu Gallery's Fall Opening Reception, 4- 6pm. The exhibition will showcase the landscape paintings of its owner Susan Rizzo, metal paintings by Amy Louise Lee, and the 3D works by Janet Simmons and Patricia Kim. Join us for refreshments, see great art, meet the artists, and visit with other art lovers. 23 Phillips Ave, Lawrenceville. Details may be found at www.zuzu-gallery.com/exhibitions.

9/16 – West Windsor History – Music Fest, 4-7:30pm. This free-admission event at the West Windsor History Museum features a full lineup of local performers, food vendors, community groups and crafts vendors. Visitors can also tour the museum complex and explore several centuries-old buildings. 50 Southfield Road, West Windsor NJ - look for the big red barn. For more info, visit www.westwindsorhistory.com/fest.html.

9/17 – 4^th Annual SELF(ISH)philly Conference, 9am., The 4th Annual SELF(ISH)philly conference takes place on September 17, 2023, celebrating self-care and female empowerment. This highly anticipated wellness event features Aunyea Lachelle from NBC10 Philadelphia and Miss Pennsylvania Alysa Bainbridge. It takes place at the luxurious W Hotel in Philadelphia. Tickets include speakers, exercise classes, gourmet lunch, swag bags...and for VIPs: reiki, facials, acupuncture, massage, cocktails and more! Tickets are $175 for general admission and $250 for VIP. Click here for more information

9/17 – Young Patriots Day, Princeton Battlefield, 12-4pm., Join the Princeton Battlefield Society for a day of family fun and learning. Young Patriots Day introduces kids to the American Revolution, with exciting demonstrations by the New Jersey Grays, tours, activities and a free souvenir for each child. George Washington and Ben Franklin will be there. Click here for more information

9/17 - Alliance Française of Princeton Rentrée Picnic, 12-3 - Celebrate the start of the new school with us at Community Park South at Rte 206 and Mountain Ave.
Bring your own picnic; we provide beverages, desserts and paper goods
(No alcohol is permitted int the park)DOOR PRIZES! Converse in French, learn to play pétanque, meet our teachers. Pay on our website: allianceprinceton.com/ or bring cash or check to event
RSVP to Gail Bruno by 9/13/23 gailbruno7@gmail.com
See our website for details or in case of inclement weather.

9/19 – An Evening with Martha McPhee, Princeton Public Library @Historical Society of Princeton, 5:30pm., Martha McPhee discusses her memoir "Omega Farm" at this special event. Tickets are $35 and include a copy of the book, sparkling beverages, sorbet and other sweets. Proceeds benefit the library. www.eventbrite.com/e/martha-mcphee-discusses-omega-farm-tickets-690201550417?aff=oddtdtcreator

9/21 - Docent Tour of Striking Beauty, Morven Museum & Garden, 2pm. Take a tour of Morven's newest exhibition, Striking Beauty, with one of the museum's knowledgeable docents, taking visitors through the history, creation, and legacy of these beautiful timepieces, exploring the stories of New Jersey clockmakers along the way. Click here for more information

9/21 - Tabletop Game Night, Princeton Public Library, 6pm., Everyone 16 and older is invited to enjoy an evening of playing tabletop and strategy games. The library will provide several games, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Join as individuals or groups. Community Room.

9/22 – eCommerce Fest, Sustainable Princeton, 4-7pm., Princeton Shopping Center, 301 N. Harrison St., Princeton 08540. Cost: Free & open to the public. Featuring: EV test drives, bike repairs, live music, local organizations & vendors, local EV and eBike owner showcase, games & raffle prizes. (rain date Friday, Sept. 29) Click here for more information

9/23 – 13^th Annual Mercer Oktoberfest, Caspersen Rowing Center, 6pm., Calling all Parents, Alumni Rowers and our Rowing Community! Come join us to share seasonal food and drink! Celebrate the spirit and camaraderie of Mercer Rowing! Please bring your favorite beverage. Dinner will be provided. $30.00 per person with proceeds going to Mercer Rowing. Purchase tickets online at www.rowpnra.org Adults (21+)

9/24 – Concert, Princeton United Methodist Church, 4pm., Altamura Legacy Concerts presents pianist Cristina Altamura, tenor Fanyong Du, soprano Katie Lerner Lee, and accompanist Binna Han performing rarely heard works by Rachmaninoff and Chopin, introduced by Adam Sliwinski of Sō Percussion, $40. Partial view seating, $10, info at www.legacyartsinternational.org. Princeton United Methodist Church, 7 Vandeventer Avenue, Princeton NJ 08542.

9/24 – Celtic Folk Music Dinner Show, 6-8pm., Picnic in the Veblen House Gardens on September 24 while Celtic band, the Chivalrous Crickets, play another magical equinox sunset concert under the fairy lights! Bring your picnic dinner, music begins at 6:30pm - Pack food, drink, chairs, and blankets. Suggested Donation: $20/individual and $30/family. Donations go toward supporting the conservation work of the Friends of the Herrontown Woods, "Princeton's oldest and most whimsical nature preserve". Click here for more information

9/28 - Nutrition Program - "Breaking Out of the Food Rut", McCaffrey's Market West Windsor, 1:30pm., Are you in a food rut? Do you need inspiration in the kitchen? Busy schedules often lead to having the same meals day in and day out for ease and convenience. Join McCaffrey's Registered Dietitian, Jill Kwasny, for an informative and fun nutrition program "Breaking Out of the Food Rut." Jill will touch on meal planning and food prep hacks in an effort to jazz up your kitchen table. As always, Jill will offer menu ideas, cooking techniques and share a delicious recipe to sample. Location: McCaffrey's Market in West Windsor in the Southfield Retail Center at 335 Princeton Hightstown Road.

9/28 - 10th Anniversary Consolidation Celebration of Borough & Township, 4:30-6:30pm., Please join us in commemorating the 10th anniversary of the consolidation that united Princeton Borough and Princeton Township on Thursday, Sept. 28, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at 400 Witherspoon Street. Program highlights include Councilwoman Michelle Pirone Lambros and Mayor Mark Freda, who will reflect on the journey and progress we've made as one Princeton, and Senator Andrew Zwicker, who will give remarks on the benefits of consolidation and the important example Princeton set for the rest of the state. Following the formal proceedings, we will come together for a community celebration featuring music and treats from local vendors.
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9/30 – Annual Beer Garden Fundraiser, ACP, 2-5pm., Back by popular demand! Let's raise funds for the arts while we toast with a crisp Triumph Brewing Company beer. Our twice-sold out Beer Garden provides the local brews, live music, grill, and games - all you have to do is show up and have fun. You'll enjoy refills in a limited-edition beer stein created exclusively for this event by ACP Executive Director Adam Welch, right here in our ceramic studio.
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9/30 – LHT Full Moon Bike Ride, 7-10pm., Bike in the moonlight on a six-mile loop in Mercer Meadows Park. (Ride it as many times as you like in two hours!) Decorate your bike, dance to the music of a techno DJ, and enjoy fanciful lighting, glow-in-the-dark features and live music along the route. Make s'mores around the campfire once you're done. For riders ages 12 and up, and children must be accompanied by adults. Helmets are required for riders under 18 but are highly encouraged for all. Bike lights (front and rear) are strongly suggested. The trail surface is pavement and compact stone, and the course is moderate. Registration and sign-in begins at 7 p.m. Use the entrance to Mercer Meadows Park on Federal City Road, between Blackwell Road and Old Mill Road. 2023 Full Moon Bike Ride t-shirts are only sold with pre-registration.
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10/1 – Benefit Concert, Pennington United Methodist Church, 4pm., Onstage Couples: Solos and duets from the serious to lighthearted, all for a good cause. 60 South Main St, Pennington 08534. Free will offering to benefit the Hopewell Valley Mobile Food Pantry

Client Promos

Fall Dining Specials @Chauncey’s Cbar – Street Taco Tuesdays and Margarita Specials every Tuesday and Wine’d Down Wednesdays Featuring Unionville wines and cheese board specials. www.acc-chaunceyconferencecenter.com/

Registration Now open for Princeton Ballet School's 2023-2024 School Year . Classes are available for children as young as age 3 through to our adult open classes. Beginners are welcome! For details, please call 609-921-7758. Classes start September 11^th. Dancers with prior experience may call to schedule a placement class. Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, has studios in Princeton, Cranbury and at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center. Classes include ballet with live music, character, contemporary dance, flamenco, pointe, conditioning and children's tap/jazz. Ask about our performance opportunities. arballet.org/princeton-ballet-school

Wine Events from Terra Momo Group:

Italian Regional Wine Tasting @Teresa’s - Join us Monday, September 11 from 4-6pm as we continue to explore Italian wine regions with Lauren Wiersma, Certified Wine Specialist, of Winebow. Lauren will guide us through the northern regions of Alto Adige, Veneto and Piemonte. As always assaggini and snacks will be served. Reserve your seat here

Bastion of Brunello Wine Dinner @Mediterra - Join us Tuesday, September 12, 2023 for a four course, wine-paired dinner with special guest, Margherita Mascagni, as she guides us Tenuta Argiano’s incredible history and benchmark wines. Click here for more information

Tenute Pianirossi Wine Dinner @Eno Terra - Join us on September 21 @ 6pm as we welcome Cecilia Longo of Tenute Pianirossi for a chef's choice, family-style wine dinner. Cecilia will guide us through these organically-farmed wines.
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Fall Family Fun Weekends @Terhune’s
Saturdays and Sundays September 16 through October 29 -10am to 5pm
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. Take a stroll on our pollinator sunflower trail and discover the farm on our scavenger hunt. Online tickets: terhuneorchards.ticketspice.com/2023-fall

Adath Israel Congregation in Lawrenceville will begin religious school on September 10th. Additionally, Rosh HaShana begins September 16th, with Kol Nidre on Sept. 24th and Yom Kippur on Sept. 25th. Call to register for school, membership or tickets at 609-896-4977.

Tumbles Fall Family Fun Day September 17 - All ages (4 mos. - 12 yrs old)
10:15 am. - 12:15 p.m. Bring your entire family for a fun day at Tumbles! All ages are welcome. Home school groups are welcome! princeton.tumbles.net

Apple Montessori Schools has now expanded to both East Windsor and Hillsborough (opening this fall) and we cannot wait to share our mission with families like yours! Family Founded and guided by the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, Apple Montessori Schools has helped guide children into becoming kinder, more successful, and happier individuals since 1972. Both locations offer infant to kindergarten programs, plus our beloved summer camp! Families love our exciting enrichment programs like music, art, character education, coding and robotics, yoga, outdoor classroom activities, and more!
Learn more and schedule a tour today!