Events
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In relation to, a new dance work by Madalyn Mejia ’26
Hearst Dance Theater at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus 120 Alexander St., Princeton, NJ, United StatesIn relation to, a new work choreographed by Princeton senior Madalyn Mejia, explores the creation of social meaning through interactions both with the material and relational world. The audience is immersed in a complex social environment that is iteratively constructed as the work unfolds. Admission: Free and open to the public, however tickets are required,...
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Triva in the Winery
Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesTest your knowledge, have fun, and win prizes with DJ Iron Mike in the Terhune Orchards Winery. Rounds will include categories such as General Knowledge, Entertainment, History & Geography, Sports, and Name That Tune. Grab your team and come out for a fun evening! No cover charge. Trivia kicks off at 6pm. Save the date...
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Thomas Edison Film Festival Premiere Screening, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Visual Ars and Thomas Edison Media Arts Consortium
James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau St. 185 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ, United StatesDates/Times: February 20 at 7 p.m. with pre-screening reception starting 6:30 p.m. Films available to view online February 21-28 Location: James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau St. on the Princeton University campus, and online Description: The 45th anniversary season of the renowned Thomas Edison Film Festival (TEFF) will premiere with a pre-event reception and...
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Anne Hills at Princeton Folk Music Society – live and live-streamed
Christ Congregation Church 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton Folk Music Society presents Anne Hills, one of contemporary folk music’s premier vocalists. In addition to her marvelous voice and inspired song writing, Hills accompanies herself with skill on guitar and banjo. An Anne Hills concert always includes unforgettable material and original, heartfelt songs. Advance ticket sales, live-stream access, and more information on...
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Manual for a Desperate Crossing by María Irene Fornés
Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus 122 Alexander St, Hurley Gallery and CoLab at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus, NJ, United StatesDate/Times: February 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 at 8 p.m. Location: Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus Description: In the sea, six people have to think like one. Manual for a Desperate Crossing is an epic migratory montage that follows a group of Cuban rafters, or “balseros,” fleeing to the United States in the...
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Read and Explore: Fur, Feathers, Fluff: Keeping Warm in Winter
Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesTerhune Orchards Read and Explore Program is our winter education series, following the popular seasonal Read and Pick Program. For our third Read and Explore program learn about how animals keep themselves warm in winter. We will read two stories about animals; explore the sense of touch with wool, feathers, etc. Each child will make...
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Men W/O Shoes: A Student-Led Tribute to Forgotten Heroes
Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United StatesMorven is honored to celebrate Black History Month 2026 with Foundation Academies by hosting “Men W/O Shoes,” a multimedia exhibition of student-created works that reflect the resilience, sacrifice, and legacy of Black soldiers in war. At least 14 Black men fought alongside General George Washington to secure a crucial victory in the Battle of Princeton....
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Chinese New Year Festival at MarketFair
MarketFair Mall 3535 US-1, West Windsor, NJ, United StatesCelebrate the Year of the Horse at MarketFair’s Chinese New Year Festival on Saturday, February 21st from 1:00-4:00pm in the Main Center Court. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, traditional dance performances, Chinese opera, and games and crafts for all ages! Guests can also enjoy cultural refreshments and bubble tea available for purchase....
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Science Under the Stars: The Cosmic Origin of the Elements, from Hydrogen to Gold
New Jersey State Museum Planetarium 205 West State Street (25 min from downtown Princeton), TrentonJoin us in the planetarium for this free talk with guest speaker Zachary Andalman, Princeton University. Matter is made up of atomic elements like Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen, Iron, Aluminium, Gold, and Uranium. But where do the elements come from? Explore the cosmic factories where the elements are forged, from the inferno of the big bang...
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How to Be Not Alone: A Princeton Playhouse Ensembles Concert, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater & Music Theater
Berlind Theatre at McCarter Theatre Center 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ, United StatesJoin the Princeton Playhouse Ensembles for a concert featuring new music theater arrangements of songs from Godspell, Evening Primrose, Kimberly Akimbo, In the Heights, Maybe Happy Ending, Next to Normal, Rent, and Waitress alongside world premieres by student composers and arrangers. The concert will also feature a special guest TBA. This musical celebration will unite...
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Book Talk with author Zara Anishanslin
Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United StatesSpend the afternoon at Morven exploring art and revolution with author Zara Anishanslin. This talk will feature her new book, The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution. The war that we now call the American Revolution was not only fought in the colonies by Soldiers with muskets and...
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Speaker Event: What Can We Do to Solve NJ’s Housing Affordability Crisis?
Local nonprofit, Housing Initiatives of Princeton, in partnership with the Princeton Public Library, is hosting Matthew Hersh, the VP of Policy & Advocacy from the Housing & Community Development Network of NJ. Join us to learn how the community is mobilizing to drive change through housing policy in the new legislative session, under a new...
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Rays of Hope: Living Museum
Arts Council of PrincetonThis Living Museum is a vibrant celebration of Black culture, paying homage to the past, present, and future during Black History Month. Showcasing an array of exhibits highlighting the remarkable contributions of Black individuals throughout history, the event promises an immersive and educational experience for all. Free and open for all to enjoy.
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Let’s Just Sing! Choral Reading of Handel’s “Ode To St. Cecilia’s Day & Thompson’s Frostiana
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton 50 Cherry Hill Rd., PrincetonConductor: Christopher Jackson The Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs welcomes singers of all levels to participate. Vocal scores provided. Members of the community gather together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music for their own pleasure, singing through the great works in choral literature with chorus, orchestra, and soloists as the works require....
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An exhibition by senior Zavier Foster, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Visual Arts
Lucas Gallery at the Lewis Center for the Arts 185 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesDates: February 23-March 6 Times: Gallery open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Location: Lucas Gallery at 185 Nassau St. on the Princeton University campus Description: An exhibition of recent works by Princeton seniors Dane Utley and Alvaro Machado Basso Admission: Free and open to the public. Accessibility: The Lucas Gallery is an accessible venue. Guests in need of access accommodations are invited to...
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An Exhibition by Princeton University Seniors Dane Utley & Alvaro Machado Basso
Hurley Gallery at Lewis Arts complex on Princeton University campus 122 Alexander St, Hurley Gallery b at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus, NJ, United StatesDates: February 23-March 6 Times: Gallery open daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Location: Hurley Gallery at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus Description: An exhibition of recent works by Princeton seniors Dane Utley and Alvaro Machado Basso Admission: Free and open to the public. Accessibility: The Hurley Gallery is an accessible venue with wheelchair access via elevator to the Mezzanine...
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Reading by Jordan Salama ’19 and Creative Writing Seniors, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Creative Writing and Labyrinth Books
Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ 122 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesAward-winning writer and Princeton alum Jordan Salama, who tells stories about migration, culture, and the environment across the Americas, reads from his work along with several creative writing seniors. The C.K. Williams Reading Series showcases senior thesis students of the Program in Creative Writing with established writers as special guests. Salama’s books will be available...
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Free Virtual Art Making with Princeton University: Colored Pencils
Virtual - ZoomThe Arts Council of Princeton partners with the Princeton University Art Museum to provide free virtual art-making classes. Weekly classes are taught by ACP artist-instructor Barbara DiLorenzo over Zoom. Techniques emphasize drawing with pen, pastel paint or pencil on paper. Each week’s lesson features works from the Museum’s collections.
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Staged Reading of Generation-less by Tiffany Rawlston ’26
Donald G. Drapkin Studio, Lewis Arts complex 122 Alexander Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesIn Generation-less, conceived by Princeton senior Tiffany Rawlston, four characters of a wide range of ages randomly meet one day in a train station. They unexpectedly confront how their life experiences reflect the highs and lows of modern society and how their unique perspectives might intersect in more ways than initially assumed. This project emphasizes worldbuilding and...
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Rally vs. War on Iran
Hinds Plaza 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesThe Princeton-based Coalition for Peace Action (CFPA) is co-sponsoring with Indivisible Cranbury a Rally vs. War with Iran from 2:00-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 28 at Hinds Plaza, adjacent to the Princeton Public Library.
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Celebrating Black History Through Portraiture: See My Work In Person Feb 28
2929 Princeton Pike 2929 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United StatesMeet the artist in person at a Black History Month Celebration on February 28th (2 PM–5 PM) and explore my historical African American portrait artwork. I’ll be vending a table with signed portrait prints in multiple sizes (8x10, 11x14, 16x20), signed + numbered limited edition prints (with certificate of authenticity), and giftable mini print sets...
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Café Improv
Arts Council of PrincetonFor the past 30 years, Café Improv has connected beginning and professional performers in the Arts Council of Princeton’s Solley Theater. Serving as a vibrant musical oasis for the Princeton community, Café Improv is a gathering place to share artistic ideas and provide inspiration to others. Attendees can expect an evening of exciting local music, poetry, comedy,...
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May’s Barden Café at Herrontown Woods
Herrontown Woods NJ, United StatesFreshly brewed coffee and homemade treats at a delightful pop-up café in the Woods. Join community members at the Botanical Art Garden (Barden), next to the main parking lot, 600 Snowden Lane. All proceeds support stewardship and programming at Herrontown Woods! (In the event of inclement weather, check with the Herrontown Woods folks to see...
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Read Across America Kickoff at Barnes & Noble at MarketFair
Barnes and Noble, Market Fair 3535 US Highway 1 Suite 400, Princeton , NJ, United StatesCelebrate Read Across America at Barnes & Noble at MarketFair on Sunday, March 1 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Kids Section. Families are invited to kick off Read Across America week with a special appearance by Elmo and Ms. Rachel, along with story time, a character meet-and-greet, snacks, and crafts. The fun...
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Talk Discusses Basketball Legend with Italian Roots
Dorothea's House 120 John Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesAuthor Mike DeLucia will talk about Hank Luisetti, the son of Italian immigrants who transformed basketball into the game we know today and laid the foundation for March Madness and the NBA. DeLucia will also discuss his historical fiction novel based on Luisetti’s life, “Madness, The Man Who Changed Basketball.” Participants are encouraged to bring...
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Stargazing – 1st Sunday in the Park
Mother of God Orthodox Church 904 Cherry Hill Road, PrincetonStargazing: The Wonders of the Universe Spend a fascinating hour travelling the far reaches of space learning about astronomy and AAAP’s approach to astronomy, and how dark skies are part of preservation of environment. Afterward come outside for a hands-on session looking through a telescope. Telescopes will be provided. On Sunday, Mar. 1, 7 p.m....
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Continuing Conversations: School Segregation and Educational Equity in New Jersey
Virtual - ZoomNot in Our Town Princeton and the E Pluribus Unum Project will host a free online discussion on de facto school segregation and educational equity in New Jersey on Monday, March 2 at 7 p.m. The program will feature educational consultant Antika Singh and will center on the New York Emmy Award–nominated short documentary “The...
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Read and Explore: Birds, Nesting and Birdhouses
Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesTerhune Orchards’ Read and Explore Program is a winter education series designed to engage young learners through stories, hands-on activities, and seasonal farm learning. The program follows the popular Read and Pick Program offered during the growing season. This session focuses on birds as they prepare for spring and new families. The program lasts about...
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Stitch n’ Knit at Hopewell Public Library
Hopewell Public Library 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United StatesThe Hopewell Public Library will host a knitting club — both virtual and in person — for interested adults. Participants can come to the library to socialize and work on current knitting projects with Nina Lane, or join by Zoom to connect remotely. The club meets the first Tuesday of each month from 2 to...
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Hopewell Public Library Book Club
Hopewell Public Library 13 E Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, United StatesJoin the Hopewell Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for the HPL Book Club. The event is offered both in person and by Zoom. Check the library’s website to see which literary selection will be discussed next: redlibrary.org/events.html.
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