Events (continued)

10/5 - Free Family Fall Festival, School of Rock Princeton, 3-6:30pm. School of Rock Princeton, a locally owned and operated leader in performance-based music education, is proud to announce its 20th Anniversary Fall Festival, a free family event celebrating two decades of empowering young musicians across Lawrence Township and Mercer County.The 20th Anniversary Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2025, from 3:00 to 6:30 PM at School of Rock Princeton, 1761 Princeton Avenue, Lawrence Township, NJ. The event will feature: Live performances from School of Rock Princeton students and House Band, Family activities, including games and community experiences, Food from local vendors featuring favorites from the Mercer County area, Special anniversary offers for new families exploring programs. For more information, visit princeton.schoolofrock.com or follow School of Rock Princeton on Facebook and Instagram.

10/6 - Continuing Conversation on Race and White Privilege Talk, Not in Our Town (NIOT) Princeton, 7:30pm At Not in Our Town (NIOT) Princeton’s October 6, 2025 (7:30 pm) Continuing Conversation on Race and White Privilege, entitled “Trenton Makes, the State Takes,” Caroline Clarke, Trenton resident, civil rights lawyer, and NIOT’s chair will talk about the struggle for control of Trenton’s Water Works. The proposal to create a regional public utility would mean loss of community control over an important municipal asset. Clarke will explain how this effort is another example of the transfer of wealth from a Black city to whiter, wealthier suburbs, a contributing factor to the growing racial wealth gap in New Jersey as well as in the United States as a whole.
Register for the free Zoom link by clicking here or through the Not in Our Town Princeton website calendar (niotprinceton.org/calendar).

10/7 - Lecture: Understanding ADHD: Community Information Session, Princeton Public Library., 6:30-8pm., Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed disorders in children and adolescents. It is also one of the most commonly misdiagnosed and misunderstood disorders affecting both children and adults. In this talk, Dr. Eric Deibler from The Center for Emotional Health will delve into the signs and symptoms of ADHD, the critical concept of executive functions, issues in who gets diagnosed and why, and what ADHD really feels like. He will also talk about the important yet often overlooked ways that ADHD, especially when undiagnosed or untreated, negatively impacts individuals across their lifespan. Lastly, he will cover some of the different treatments, strategies, and approaches that can be effective in helping individuals with ADHD manage their executive functioning difficulties.
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10/8 - Public Embroidery Event, Lecture, and Exhibition, Updike Farmstead, 1-4pm., The Historical Society of Princeton (HSP) will host a public embroidery event, lecture, and exhibition at Updike Farmstead. The public is invited to observe stitchers work on the New Jersey panel of America’s Tapestry. In addition, free needlework tutorials will be available from members of the Princeton and Colonial West Jersey Chapters of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America (EGA). 18th century examples of New Jersey needlework, on loan from a private collection, will be on display in HSP’s museum. At 2:00 pm, project director Stefan Romero will give a lecture about his vision for America’s Tapestry. Immediately following the main program, at 3:00 pm, members of the Princeton EGA will offer a fun workshop entitled “From Needle to Gourd: Turn Your Needlepoint into a Pumpkin.” Registrants should bring a piece of needlepoint that is damaged or no longer usable, and materials will be available to transform it into decorative pumpkins for the fall. The activity is limited to 15 participants, and pre-registration is required. To register and to arrange for $40 payment, please contact Carol Prevost at carolwprevost@gmail.com. Participation in the “Stitch-In,” lecture, and exhibition is free; registration is requested by visiting princetonhistory.org/events/americas-tapestry-stitch-in-event/

10/9 - Voter Registration, Princeton Public Library, 9-3pm. The YWCA of Princeton assists with voter registration and provides electoral resources in the main lobby.
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10/10 – 10/12 – Lost Girl, Rider University, 7:30pm. Long after returning from Neverland, Wendy decides that she must find Peter in order to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s beloved character – the girl who had to grow up.
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10/11 - Open House, Princeton Skating Club, 11:45 – 1:15pm. The Princeton Skating Club invites you and your family to attend an Open House at the Princeton Day School rink located at 650 Great Road, Princeton, NJ. The Club hosts Open House events to provide information about membership, group lessons and an opportunity to skate with us. Skate rentals will be available for free. Additional date: 10/19 – 1-3pm.
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10/11 - Family-Friendly Camp Meeting Reenactment, SSAAM, 12-4pm., On Saturday, October 11 (rain or shine), the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM) will hold its 2nd annual free, family-friendly 1899 Camp Meeting Reenactment with live music, costumed reenactors, horse and buggy rides, arts and crafts, baked treats, and more.
Camp Meetings were the social and spiritual event of the year in the Sourland Mountain region from the 1800s until the 1930s. These enormous community gatherings brought people together across racial, socioeconomic, and generational differences. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch to enjoy on the grass (blankets and lawn chairs welcome). Picnic lunch boxes will also be sold from noon until 1:30pm (or while supplies last). At 1:30pm, visitors will enjoy a concert by the SSAAM Heritage Ensemble, an all-African American choral group helmed by Vinroy Brown Jr. Please RSVP here and reserve your spot! Tickets are free to all.

10/11- Cultural Program, Dorothea's House, 5-7pm The first offering of the 2025-26 season of Dorothea's House programs will feature Rome native Andrea Marini, who dances with the American Repertory Ballet Company. Marini will give an overview of how dance has accompanied human beings—even before the emergence of language. In Italy, traditional folk dances still reflect the fusion between ancient Italic cultures and the influences of the various populations they came into contact with over time. He will explore some of the most iconic Italian folk dances—from the Tarantella to the Furlana—leading up to the refined art of ballet and the prestigious Italian opera and symphonic foundations. The event is free. Dorothea's House is located at 120 John Street in Princeton. Participants are encouraged to bring refreshments to share at a post-program reception. Doors open at 4:45 p.m. dorotheashouse.org

10/11 - The Devil & Daisy Dirt, Old City Hall – Bordentown. 6:30 and 9pm., A bluegrass tall tale about the Jersey Devil—with live music, storytelling, and an 8-foot wearable puppet—created by Alex Dawson and performed with Dan Diana, Arlan Feiles, and Jackie Fogel. Equal parts gothic folklore and alt-folk concert, it's a uniquely Jersey theatrical experience. TheDevilandDaisyDirt.blogspot.com
Tickets: Via Eventbrite → www.eventbrite.com/e/the-devil-daisy-dirt-tickets
Old City Hall, 13 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown City, NJ 08505

10/12 - 3rd Annual Art in the Courtyard Festival, 11-5pm. Join us for the 3rd Annual Art in the Courtyard Festival — a celebration of creativity, community, and all things local! Discover and shop handmade, original art from talented local artists and artisans, enjoy live music and interactive experiences, and connect with local cultural organizations that enrich our community year-round. Artist applications are open! Hosted by Princeton Makes, a local artist cooperative.
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10/12 - Free Chamber Concert at Unitarian Church, 2:30pm., A free chamber music concert is planned for Sunday, Oct 12 at 2:30-4:00 p.m., at the Unitarian Church of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road.
Pianist Lew Coopersmith and violinist Burgel Zomorodi will play a sonata by Ludvig van Beethoven followed by pianist Frances Slade performing pieces by Felix Mendelssohn and Alberto Ginastera. The program continues with pianist Mina Perry playing selections by Wolfgang A Mozart and Frederic Chopin. The program concludes with pianist Rosanne Nahass performing pieces by Claude Debussy and Sergei Rachmaninoff. The program is free and hosted by Belle Mead Friends of Music.

10/12 - The Sounds of Diwali, WWAC, 4-7pm. From Carnatic Roots to Movie Rhythms - Join us for an evening of music you won't forget. Audiences will be immersed in an evening of rhythm, melody, and dance with performances by Jhenkaara (Carnatic devotional), Ajay Siva (mridangamist), Vinutha Ramakrishnan (Carnatic violinst), Sur Taal Sangam (Hindustani classical), Swara’s Mahathi Chithi (Carnatic flautist), Nrutha Aaloka (Indian fusion dance), and Surabhi Fusion (Carnatic fusion). Together, they will create an unforgettable journey of music and devotion ending in danceable Indian film music.
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10/16 - Diwali Celebration with Shishya Dancing School, Lawrence Library, 6:30-8pm. Light up your night with Diwali at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System on Thursday, October 16 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm! Guru 'Kalashree' Sukanya Mahadevan and her dazzling Shishya School dancers return with myth-inspired moves and modern flair. From Carnegie Hall to our stage, their storytelling through dance is pure magic. Come celebrate the triumph of light and joy! Advanced registration is appreciated for all events. Please register online on LibCal at mcl.org/. The Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ. For more information about the library's programs, call 609-883-8292, e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org or visit www.mcl.org.

10/16-10/18 - 50th Annual Rummage Sale, Trinity Church, 12-5pm. Trinity Church's 50th Annual Rummage Sale is to be held October 16 - 18 in the historic Princeton church at 33 Mercer Street. Shoppers can expect bargains in housewares and electronics, shoes and clothes for men, women and children, as well as books, toys, jewelry, framed art, and linens. Unique silver and china can be found in the Boutique, and suits, ties and designer apparel will be available in the better men's and women's departments. Proceeds will benefit Trinity's local and international outreach programs. This year's rummage sale starts with a first-day ticketed sale on Thursday, October 16 from noon - 5 PM. Admission for the first day is $10. Friday hours on October 17 are noon - 5 PM, and Saturday hours on October 18 are 9 AM - noon, with everything priced half off.
For more information or to volunteer email rummage@trinitychurch.org.

10/17 - Fall French Market - Flower Sale, 10-12pm., Corner of Nassau St. and University Place (across from Sotheby's) in Princeton, NJ. The Garden Club of Princeton is hosting their fall French Market. Fresh cut arrangements, potted mums, and Halloween-themed centerpieces will be available for purchase. All proceeds support our Community Trust projects, including the maintenance and revitalization of All Wars Memorial Park in downtown Princeton. Get more information at www.gcprinceton.org/

10/17 – Concert, Princeton Folk Music Society, 8pm., The Princeton Folk Music Society presents two-time Grammy® award winners Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, a duo of master musicians with a career spanning over 35 years. Cathy & Marcy's superb harmonies are backed by instrumental virtuosity on the guitar, five-string banjo, ukulele, mandolin, cello-banjo, and more. Their repertoire ranges from classic country to western swing, gypsy jazz to bluegrass, and old-time string band to contemporary folk (including some original gems). Advance ticket sales, live-stream access, and more information on our 60th Anniversary Concert Season schedule at princetonfolk.org

10/18 - Breakfast & Birdsong With Sustainable Princeton, 9-11:30am. Start your morning with a delicious breakfast, then set out on a guided bird walk through the Institute Woods with Peter Reczek, a former National Audubon Society instructor.
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10/18 - Alt Rock Fest 'Four on the Floor' @ACP, 6-9pm. Catch over three hours of high-voltage alt rock from Giant Inflatable Dog, Cherry Blossoms, Bomber Jacket, and The Plebs. Founded by local musician Jedd Lopez, this artist-run festival fuels the future of live music and raises funds for the Arts Council of Princeton. Since the festival's inception, Four on the Floor has raised over $2,000 towards funding arts programs, exhibitions, art supplies, and events.
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10/18 -A Folk Song Sing-Along, Sharim V’Sharot, 8-9:30pm. A Folk Song Sing-Along in honor of World Music Day (yes, that is a thing). Dedicated to those who sing in the shower or belt it out in their cars…our motto is Come As You Are, Sing As You Sing. Should be a great stress-reducing interlude!
Location: Congregation Adath Israel, 1958 Lawrenceville Road; Lawrenceville, NJ
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10/19 - Run For Rescue 5K, Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad, 8:30am. This fall we invite the community to run for them because they are always ready to run for us! This benefit event for the Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad helps them continue their mission to Save Lives, Relieve the Suffering of the Sick and Injured, and Promote Safety.
This event is for everyone from the competitive runner to the joyful walker. NEW! Early Bird Savings & Family Friendly Fees. $35 after 8/15, $40 after 10/1. $20 for all participants 12 and under. $3 discount to all USATF members. Location: TPC Jasna Polana, 4519 Province Line Rd, Princeton, NJ, 08540
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10/20 - Empowering Patients, The Women's College Club of the Princeton, 1-3pm. The Women's College Club of the Princeton will meet 1 to 3 PM at Morven Museum Stockton Educational Center 55 Stockton ST. , Princeton NJ. This month's topic is Empowering Patients.
Seniors have unique healthcare needs that can be challenging to manage. Lisa Cruser will discuss ways to empower ourselves to be our own Healthcare Advocate. She will also explore when and how to ask for a second opinion. Lisa has spent decades in the healthcare industry and has amassed broad experience across several disciplines, including geriatrics, cardiology and clinical research. Lisa is a dedicated nurse, patient advocate, and community leader. Free and open to the public.
For more information contact WCCPNJ.org

10/23 - Beyond Pink Art Show, YWCA Princeton’s Breast Cancer Resource Center, 5:30-9:30pm. From Thursday, October 23 to Sunday, October 26, 2025, we will be hosting our 8th Annual Beyond Pink Art Show Gallery! We are kicking off this multi-day event with a fantastic opening night party at Princeton MarketFair on Thursday, October, 23rd! The night promises to be a fun-filled evening with food and drinks, a silent auction and more. This unique pop-up gallery displays art pieces from and inspired by breast cancer survivors and thrivers, celebrating their lives and survivorship journeys. This event will bring hundreds of people together to view such impactful artwork and celebrate the work of the Breast Cancer Resource Center.
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10/24 - Princeton’s Annual Hometown Halloween Parade, 5-6pm., The Arts Council’s Hometown Halloween Parade is back — a Princeton tradition full of tricks, treats, and community fun! Join us at Palmer Square at 5 PM; the parade steps off at 5:30 PM. Trunk-or-treat upon arrival at the YMCA (registration link coming soon) with a screening of Monsters Inc beginning at 6:30pm. Free and open to all.
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10/25 - 'Oh God…Beautiful Machine', Patriots Theater at Trenton’s War Memorial, 7:30pm.The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey (CPNJ) proudly presents the world premiere of Oh God…Beautiful Machine, a monumental symphonic jazz work which wrestles with the conundrum of loving the earth in a time of climate change. The collaboration features text composed by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Yusef Komunyakaa and music composed by Princeton University Composer-in-Residence, Vince di Mura.
Combining a full orchestra, jazz ensemble, traditional Chinese instrumentalists, and a women’s chorus, Oh God…Beautiful Machine is a genre-defying musical odyssey spanning ten movements and nearly 90 minutes. The evening will begin with a festival style event starting at 6:00 PM with a pre-concert performance, visual works by local artists, vendors and a lecture by the composer starting at 6:45 PM. The concert will be followed by a VIP reception open to Capital Philharmonic season subscribers, advertisers and sponsors.
Tickets and Information: www.capitalphilharmonic.org

10/25 - 10/26 - PSO Classical Series with Aubree Oliverson, 7:30pm.
Audience favorite Aubree Oliverson returns to open our 2025-26 Season the weekend of October 25-26. She will perform Antonín Dvorák’s endearing Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53. Also on the program are Dobrinka Tabakova’s Orpheus’ Comet and Arnold Schoenberg’s 1937 orchestration of Johannes Brahms’ Piano Quartet in G Minor, Op. 25. Oct 26 performance at 4pm.
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10/26 - French Concert, Alliance Francaise of Princeton, 7-8pm Please join us on Sunday, October 26th to All Saints Church in Princeton from 7-8pm to enjoy a concert of French songs by an experienced singer/guitarist. The cost is $15 and you'll be able to buy tickets on our website starting from 10/15/25. allianceprinceton.com/

10/29 - Faith and Food Workshop, Princeton Theological Society October 29 @ 10:30 am - October 30 @ 8:00 pm Join us for a special public program as part of the international Faith and Food Workshop, exploring how belief, culture, and culinary traditions shape human flourishing. Hear from leading scholars in the emerging field of religion and food, and experience the tastes and stories that connect communities across the globe.
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10/31 - Public Opening, Princeton University Art Museum, 10am. After years of planning, design, and construction, we can't wait to welcome you inside the new Princeton University Art Museum. Today we announced that we will open to the public with a 24-hour open house that kicks off Friday, October 31. As always, the Museum remains free and open to all. Add the evening of 10.31.25 to your calendar today (yes, that's Halloween), and start planning your visit to the bold new Museum—your destination to find joy, follow your curiosity, and make meaning.
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School's out, but the fun is in full swing at Princeton Pong! Our Day Camp (9am–4pm) keeps kids 7+ active with top-notch coaching, skill-building games, and plenty of play. Choose a full day or half day (9am–12pm or 1–4pm,4). Pricing ranges from $60-$100).
Reserve your spot at princetonpong.com/daycamps.

Fall Open House, Black Bear Lake Camp, 10-2pm., Join us on Saturday, October 11th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM for our Fall Open House at Black Bear Lake Day Camp! Bring the whole family to tour our beautiful 42-acre campus, meet our leadership team, and discover why generations of campers call Black Bear Lake their summer home. Attend our Open House and register to receive an exclusive 20% discount on 2026 camp tuition! Black Bear Lake Day Camp, 457 Stage Coach Road, Millstone Township, NJ 08510
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Spooktacular Event @Goldfish Swim School - Join us on October 18th from 2pm for 4pm for a Spooktacular Event! Enjoy a safe and spooky trick-or-treat experience! Staff will have decorated trunks and plenty of candy! Don't forget to dress up in your favorite costumes and vote for the best-decorated trunk and pumpkin! After collecting treats, cool off with family swim for $5 per person! The pool will be open for all ages to enjoy, so bring your swimsuits for a fa-BOO-lous time. All are welcome!
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