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Earth Day Celebration 2026! “Digging into Nature”
Herrontown Woods NJ, United StatesIn celebration of Earth Day, the Friends of Herrontown Woods invites you to join us for a day of exploring and learning in nature. Walk, bike, or run over to the Woods! (Check back regularly for an updated schedule and added activities, tables and events!!) 9:30 AM - 3 PM | May’s Popup Café There...
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Earth Day Celebration 2026! “Digging into Nature”
Herrontown Woods NJ, United StatesIn celebration of Earth Day, the Friends of Herrontown Woods invites you to join us for a day of exploring and learning in nature. Walk, bike, or run over to the Woods! (Check back regularly for an updated schedule and added activities, tables and events!!) 9:30 AM - 3 PM | May’s Popup Café There...
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Herb & Garden Class
Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesCome to a FREE herb growing and using workshop at Terhune Orchards. As farmers, we enjoy sharing the skills of how to grow food in the home garden. At Terhune Orchards, the Mount Family has been growing and using herbs here at Terhune Orchards for over 40 years. This class is a great way for...
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Framebridge: Professional Portraits
Framebridge 28 Palmer Square East, Princeton, New Jersey, United States@ Visit Framebridge in-store on Saturday, April 25th for a professional portrait, perfect for framing in a tabletop or custom frame as a Mother’s Day gift! Everyone’s welcome to strike a pose. Receive a free portrait with any frame purchase. Portrait sessions will take about 10-15 minutes. (Be sure to bring anything you’ve been meaning...
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Storytime and Book Signing with Roo the Dalmatian at Barnes & Noble at MarketFair
Barnes and Noble, Market Fair 3535 US Highway 1 Suite 400, Princeton , NJ, United StatesJoin Barnes & Noble MarketFair for a fun, family-friendly story time and book signing featuring Your Uniqueness: Roo the “Kangaroo” Dalmatian. Meet Roo in person during this author event with Keith M. Grierson, enjoy a live reading, and get your copy signed. A live dog will be present at the event.
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Princeton Porchfest 2026
On the Green at Palmer Square 40 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ@ Join us on the Green on Saturday, April 25th to celebrate Arts Council of Princeton’s fifth annual Princeton Porchfest! Starting at noon, multiple porches around town will host sets of live music throughout the day. PALMER SQUARE SETS: 12pm-12:45pm: Students from the Honors Music Program of Westminster Conservatory (Classical) 1pm-1:45pm: The Anderson Council (Alternative)...
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Princeton Porchfest 2026
Downtown Princeton Exact address given to ticketholders, PrincetonThe fifth annual Princeton Porchfest will be held Saturday, April 25 from 12-6pm. Starting at noon, multiple porches around town – generously lent by neighbors – will host sets of live music throughout the day. Stroll around town to hear live local talent, grab a bite, drink, or coffee from one of Princeton’s amazing small...
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The Joy Symposium: An Afternoon with NYT Best Selling Author Ross Gay
Mildred & Ernest E. Mayo Concert Hall 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing TownshipJoin New York Times Best Selling Author, poet, and speaker Ross Gay for an intimate poetry reading and Q&A session. Known for his books “Inciting Joy,” “The Book of Delights,” and “Be Holding,” among others, Gay combines his poet and essayist talents to create written works of art. This session is one of the signature...
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America Laments Her Loss: George Washington Memorial Needlework
Historical Society of Princeton 354 Quaker Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesAmerica’s first national tragedy, the death of George Washington, was memorialized in many decorative arts. Among these were the samplers and other needleworks made primarily by young girls as part of their educational process. Dan Scheid, a prominent local needlework collector, will show numerous examples of these works from the early through mid-19th century that...
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Walk for Children – 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in New Jersey
Join thousands across North America in 30+ cities to walk and raise awareness for Save Soil! Over 52% of the world’s farmable soil is degraded, contributing to nutritional imbalances for 2 billion people. The next decade is critical to reversing this crisis—together we can bring awareness about soil health and secure the future of our...
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Cacio E Pepe Shells Cooking Class at Williams Sonoma at MarketFair
Williams Sonoma MarketFair 3535 Us Highway 1, Space 312, Princeton, NJ, United StatesWilliams Sonoma MarketFair presents a hands-on cooking class featuring a weeknight-friendly take on the Italian favorite, cacio e pepe. In this 30-minute session, guests will learn how to prepare flavorful cacio e pepe shells, with tips made simple using the Breville+ Cooking app. This class offers an easy and delicious way to elevate your weeknight...
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Arm in Arm Mobile Food Pantry
Mercer County Library – Lawrence Branch 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, United StatesAre you experiencing food insecurity? Arm In Arm’s mobile food pantry will be at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Monday, April 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 2 to 4 pm. No registration is required. Arm In Arm staff will register participants upon arrival. For more information about the food pantry, visit arminarm.org. Arm In...
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Teresa Caffe: Five at 4pm
Teresa Caffe 25 Palmer Square East, Princeton, NJ, United States@ Join Teresa Caffe for 5 exceptional wines from Alto Adige and Veneto. Megan Grant of Gallo Wines will guide everyone through the flavors and stories behind each pour. As always, assaggini (small bites) will be served.
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Theater&…Federal Arts Policy, a presentation by Vivian Bui ’26, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater at Princeton University
Donald G. Drapkin Studio, Lewis Arts complex 122 Alexander Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesTheater&… is a series of presentations by seniors in the Program in Theater that demonstrates the power of theater to connect to, reveal, educate about, and share a wide range of issues, topics, and experiences. Princeton senior Vivian Bui ’26, a School of Public and International Affairs major with minors in Theater and American Studies,...
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Theater&…Future Worlds, a presentation by Alex Picoult ’26, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater at Princeton University
Drapkin Studio at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus 122 Alexander Street, Princeton, NJ, United StatesTheater&… is a series of presentations by seniors in the Program in Theater that demonstrates the power of theater to connect to, reveal, educate about, and share a wide range of issues, topics, and experiences. Princeton senior Alex Picoult ’26 is an Art & Archaeology major pursuing a minor in Theater. His thesis in the...
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Read & Pick: Chickens
Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ, United StatesRead & Pick is an innovative program that combines hands-on farm activity with your young child followed by an education program with stories highlighting the fruit or farm area. Parents and young children (ages preschool to 8 years) are welcome to celebrate everything wonderful about chickens at 9:30 am and 11 am. We will be...
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Introduction to the Art of Arabic Calligraphy
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month on Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 p.m. with calligrapher Elinor A. Holland. Explore the history, meaning, and traditional practices of Arabic script calligraphy, including the Arabic alphabet, global lettering styles, and classic tools. The program concludes with a live calligraphy demonstration showcasing this ancient and beautiful art form. Please visit events.mcl.org...
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Morgenthal Frederics: Mykita Eyewear Event
Morgenthal Frederics 57 Palmer Square West, Princeton, NJ@ John Morgenthal Frederics to explore a curated MYKITA collection, featuring lightweight steel frames and 3D-printed MYLON designs. The selection highlights the range and versatility of MYKITA, from everyday optical styles to statement sunglasses. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live
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The Ingenious Mr. Hopkinson – A Life in Words & Musick
Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United StatesCome for a unique musical evening exploring the life and works of a signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey, polymath Francis Hopkinson. A member of the Continental Congress, Hopkinson was also an inventor, designer, accomplished poet, and multi-talented musician, credited as the first native composer of the United States. This lecture and...
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Craft Corner
Arts Council of PrincetonUse this open studio space to tackle a creative project! Have a stack of art supplies collecting dust? Looking to make your existing artistic process more social? If you’re ready to tackle a craft and enjoy the company of other creative-minded folks, join us in the Craft Corner for an evening of casual art-making. This...
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A Poetry Happening: Mercer Poets Read
Join the Mercer County Library System for a celebration of National Poetry Month. Mercer County Library System continues this popular program on Wednesday, April 29, 7 p.m. for its fourth year, featuring local poets reading their own work or a favorite published poem. All are invited to attend an enjoyable evening of poetry! Please visit...
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Staged reading of Show All History by Kristín Eiríksdóttir
Dates/Times: April 29 at 7 p.m. and April 30 at 2 p.m. Location: Godfrey Kerr Studio at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus Description: A staged reading with Princeton student/alum actors of Show All History by Kristín Eiríksdóttir, translated from Icelandic by Larissa Kyzer and directed by Neil Blackadder. Three childhood friends—Dawn, Becca, and Lily—are reunited after a traumatic incident some...
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55 Plus Club of Princeton to host talk on New Jersey demographics
Jewish Center of Princeton 435 Nassau Street, Princeton, United StatesThe 55 Plus Club of Princeton will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 30, at the Jewish Center Princeton and via Zoom. Jorge Schement, emeritus distinguished professor of communication policy at Rutgers University, will present “Demographic snapshots of New Jersey in a changing century.” The club hosts biweekly lectures and discussions in Princeton, with a...
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E-Cycling Event at MarketFair
MarketFair Mall 3535 US-1, West Windsor, NJ, United StatesCelebrate Earth Week with MarketFair by recycling your electronics! From April 21 through April 30, community members can responsibly recycle unwanted e-waste during shopping center hours. Blue collection bins will be located near MarketFair’s Center Court. Accepted items can be found here. Please note that CRT monitors, televisions, paint, household batteries, and glass bulbs will...
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E-Cycling Event at MarketFair
MarketFair Mall 3535 US-1, West Windsor, NJ, United StatesCelebrate Earth Week with MarketFair by recycling your electronics! From April 21 through April 30, community members can responsibly recycle unwanted e-waste during shopping center hours. Blue collection bins will be located near MarketFair’s Center Court. Accepted items can be found here. Please note that CRT monitors, televisions, paint, household batteries, and glass bulbs will...
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Jay Pather on “Choreographing Velocity
Godfrey Kerr Theater Studio 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 StatesJay Pather on “Choreographing Velocity: Contemporary Performance Emerging from the African Continent,” presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater and the Program in Translation and Intercultural Communication Dates/Times: April 30 at 5 p.m. Location: Godfrey Kerr Studio at Lewis Arts complex on the Princeton University campus Description: Princeton Humanities Council Belknap Fellow Jay Pather shares...
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Bike to Happy Photo Challenge
Celebrate National Bike Month this May by joining the Greater Mercer Transportation Management Association’s “Bike to Happy Photo Challenge,” a month-long event encouraging residents to explore their communities by bike. Participants are invited to ride to different destinations each week — including nature spots, workplaces or schools, local eateries, and historic sites — and snap...
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Wellness Walk & Point Breeze
Point Breeze 101 Park Street, Bordentown City, NJ, United StatesWe will explore some of the history of this fascinating estate during this walk on beautiful Point Breeze! In case of inclement weather, check the marsh website; any cancellations will be listed before 9 am on the day of the event. A light drizzle will not cancel. Program is free, but registration is required. Please...
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YDTR: Live Music on the Patio
Yankee Doodle Tap Room 10 Palmer Square E, Princeton, NJ@ Find your seat under the twinkling lights of the Yankee Doodle Tap Room patio and enjoy the new seasonal spring/summer menu paired with live music for an evening of true al fresco ambiance. *If the skies decide to sprinkle, the beats will keep rolling inside the cozy confines of the Tap Room! Add to...
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Trenton Film Festival: Regional Documentaries
Mill Hill Playhouse 205 E Front St. Trenton, NJ Mill Hill Playhouse 205 E Front St., Trenton, NJ, United StatesFor immediate release Regional Documentary Film Festival The Trenton Film Society presents our Regional Documentary Film Festival on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the Mill Hill Playhouse in Trenton, NJ. Screenings are scheduled at 6:30 on Friday and noon, 3PM, and 6PM on Saturday, followed by a reception and awards ceremony. It...
