This Week's Events In Princeton Area

Princeton NJ

02 August, 2021

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PRINCETON, NJ — Curious about what to do in the Princeton area? Your Princeton Patch community calendar is a great way to see what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. Here are some events taking place in town this week. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a coat drive, or painting in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this week's events in and near Princeton: Featured Event: NJ Cannabis Certified at Raritan Valley Community College When: Monday, August 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Zoom What: Whether you are looking for a job in a dispensary or grow, or you just want to learn more about cannabis and how it interacts with the human body, this class is for you. It is open to the public. The class runs for 5 consecutive Monday nights on Zoom. The cost is $500. Free tu... Learn More Featured Event: NJ Cannabis Certified at Raritan Valley Community College (Sarah Trent) Advanced English Conversation Group When: Monday, August 2nd at 1:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Those learning English can speak with native speakers at these weekly advanced classes held on Google Meet. Registration is required and classes are capped at 12 participants. Learn More Continuing Conversations on Race When: Monday, August 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: In a program titled "Beyond the Hashtag: Making Black Lives Matter in New Jersey, " Brooke Lewis of the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice discusses policing and public safety advocacy. The discussion, part of the institute's larger Racial Justice Action Agenda, and includes t... Learn More Mystery Book Group When: Monday, August 2nd at 7:35 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The group discusses "The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules" by Catharina Ingelman-Sundberg, via Google Meet. Registration required. This title is available in print and in hoopla as an ebook and a downloadable audiobook. Meeting link will be sent the morning of the meet... Learn More Featured Event: Evergreen Forum Fall Registration When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 9:30 a.m. Where: https://www.princetonsenior.org/evergreen-forum/ What: The Evergreen Forum provides stimulating daytime study and discussion programs for adults and encourages active participation for those who enjoy learning for its own sake. https://www.princetonsenior.org/evergreen-forum/evergreen-forum-register-for-courses/ Learn More Featured Event: Evergreen Forum Fall Registration (Kathy Whalen) Tech: Ask the Mac Pros When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 4:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this Zoom session. Learn More Mercer County Community ID When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 4:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information. Cards are issued by appointment only. Please make appointments directly with the Latin Am... Learn More Panel: New Visions for Princeton When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 5:00 p.m. Where: Hinds Plaza What: John Bailey of Joint Effort Safe Streets moderates panels focusing on youth services and municipal government. 5 p.m. Community Networking 5:30 p.m. Youth Services Vision Adam Welch, executive director, Arts Council of PrincetonEvan Moorhead, executive director, Princeton Rec... Learn More Workshop: The Writers Room When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 7:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Writers receive constructive feedback at these group Zoom sessions. Participants range from published authors to those looking to improve their skills. Writers receive constructive feedback at these sessions, during which participants read passages from a work in progress and... Learn More Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center When: Wednesday, August 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Shopping Center What: This interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes, finger-plays and movement for children 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult family member or guardian. Please bring a blanket. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the storytime. Bring your own b... Learn More Tech: How to Find Your Next Great Read When: Wednesday, August 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Librarian Dana Treichler shares resources, websites and tips for finding personalized book recommendations. This event will be held on Zoom. A link will be sent to registrants the evening prior to the program. Learn More English Conversation Group When: Wednesday, August 4th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance. Learn More Let's Talk About It: What You Read, Watch and Listen To When: Wednesday, August 4th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: This monthly informal chat about books, movies and podcasts is held on Google Meet. Participants discuss their recent reading and can get recommendations from library staff or make their own. Sessions are hosted on Google Meet, and a link to join the session will be sent to a... Learn More Featured Event: Summer Open House When: Thursday, August 5th at 4:45 p.m. Where: 470 Quaker Rd What: Come and Be Inspired!Princeton Friends School is a learning community rooted in kindness, respect, and service. Everyday, on campus, our Pre-K to 8th grade students are engaged in hands-on, child-centered learning that builds skills, deepens knowledge, and inspires creative, c... Learn More Featured Event: Summer Open House (Princeton Friends School) Kids: Storytime Shorts When: Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Kids and parents can join us in the Virtual Storyroom as we share stories, songs and fun. Each Thursday, we will be adding new Storytime Shorts to the library's YouTube channel for families to enjoy from home whenever they want. Learn More English Conversation Group When: Thursday, August 5th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance. Learn More Concert: Grace Little Band When: Thursday, August 5th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Shopping Center What: Trenton-based vocalist Grace Little leads her band in performances of a wide range of music, including jazz, pop, rock, R&B, funk, reggae, Top 40, swing and soul. Grace Little has wowed audiences with her powerful R&B and gospel vocals since she won the adult category... Learn More Featured Event: Rider University Summer Open House When: Friday, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 2083 Lawrenceville Rd What: Rider University Summer Open House Friday, August 610 a.m. until 1 p.m. On-campus Join us on August 6 to talk with current Rider Broncs, learn more about academics, connect with faculty, explore student life and more!Here are a few reasons why you should consider Rider Univers... Learn More Featured Event: Rider University Summer Open House (Rider University) Job Seekers: Survive Job Loss When You're 50+ When: Friday, August 6th at 9:45 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Executive coach Ken Sher discusses how to survive sudden mid-life job loss and thrive by restarting your career. This presentation can be accessed remotely at 9:45 a.m. and will begin at 10 a.m. Visit PSG of Mercer County's events calendar for connection details. Presented in... Learn More Kids: Summer Games When: Friday, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Hinds Plaza What: Children ages 4 and older and their families play open-air games and activities to celebrate the Summer Olympics. Children are encouraged to share some summer fun and learn more about the Summer Olympics. This drop-in program for children 4 and older and their families takes ... Learn More Beth El Synagogue Blue Jean Casual Shabbat When: Saturday, August 7th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Beth El Synagogue What: On Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 9:00 am, join Beth El Synagogue for a casual Shabbat service in denim, shorts or khakis. Kiddush Luncheon following services. Please RSVP to [email protected] by Friday, July 30th for Kiddush Luncheon Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple St... Learn More Teens: Python Series When: Saturday, August 7th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: In this six-part series, students in grades 6 to 12 will explore the core concepts of coding through interactive exercises and projects using the Python language. No coding experience required. Registration for this series is now closed. For more information, contact achuong@... Learn More Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Princeton Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.