This Week's Princeton Area Events

Princeton NJ

06 December, 2021

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PRINCETON, NJ — Looking for a family outing? Your Princeton Patch community calendar is a great way to stay up to date on what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. See what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Have an event you would like to see it in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form. 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 throughout Princeton: LIBRARY READS - The Princeton Senior Resource Center When: Monday, December 6th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource Center Learn More Let's Draw Ocean Creatures! - with Rick Stromoski When: Monday, December 6th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The award-winning illustrator and nationally syndicated cartoonist, conducts a fun and interactive virtual cartooning workshop. In this dynamic workshop, learn to draw a variety of ocean creatures including sharks, dolphins, sea horses, and crabs and whales. For youth in first t... Learn More Operation Holiday® Launches the 2021 Christmas Season When: Monday, December 6th at 3:00 p.m. Where: http://www.operationholiday.net What: POWER CHANGES LIVES INC® is pleased to announce the launch of Operation Holiday® 2021 helping those in need for the holiday season. Last year, generous donors throughout the community "adopted" over 200 individuals, families, and seniors and the homeless throughout New Jersey. In... Learn More Winter Mason Jar Snow Scenes (Ages 8-18) When: Monday, December 6th at 4:30 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: Capture the most wonderful time of the year in a mason jar. Each participant will get to choose their selection of faux foliage and winter scene items to add into their jar. Great for gifting or to add to your holiday display! Learn More Winter Mason Jar Snow Scenes (Ages 18+) When: Monday, December 6th at 6:30 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: Capture the most wonderful time of the year in a mason jar. Each participant will get to choose their selection of faux foliage and winter scene items to add into their jar. Great for gifting or to add to your holiday display! Learn More SCORE Seminar: Starting a Small Business Part 2 When: Monday, December 6th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public LibraryWhat: Part 2 of this interactive webinar covers decisions that need to be made when validating a business idea and operating a small business. Registration required. In this second session, Amulya Garga, chairman of SCORE Princeton, covers finding funding, marketing your business, ... Learn More Continuing Conversations on Race When: Monday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Continuing Conversations on Race meets on the first Monday of the month. All are welcome. Formed in 1985, African American Parent Support Group (AAPSG) is a group who advocates on behalf of the African American students and students of the Black diaspora in the West Windsor-P... Learn More Discussion: Mystery Book Group When: Monday, December 6th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The group discusses "The Hunting Party" by Lucy Foley. This title is available as an eBook in Overdrive/Libby and as a downloadable audiobook in hoopla. Registration required. Meet link will be sent the morning of the meeting. Learn More STAY-WELL CHAIR EXERCISE - The Princeton Senior Resource Center When: Tuesday, December 7th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource CenterLearn More TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP: "THE CLOUD" - The Princeton Senior Resource Center When: Tuesday, December 7th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource CenterLearn More Mercer County Community ID When: Tuesday, December 7th at 4:00 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 Winter Terrarium Ornaments (Ages 8-18) When: Tuesday, December 7th at 5:30 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: An adorable winter scene terrarium makes the perfect addition to your holiday ornament collection. Each ornament is created with faux winter foliage and snow. Participants will get to make 2 ornaments during this class. Learn More Winter Terrarium Ornaments (Ages 18+) When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: An adorable winter scene terrarium makes the perfect addition to your holiday ornament collection. Each ornament is created with faux winter foliage and snow. Participants will get to make 2 ornaments during this class. Learn More Volunteer Open House When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Fire Department What: The Princeton Fire Department is seeking candidates to join its Class of 2022 training program. Princeton residents 16 and older are invited to attend an Open House on Tuesday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m., at the Princeton Fire Department located at 363 Witherspoon Street. Learn ... Learn More Author: Steven V. Roberts on "Cokie: A Life Well Lived" When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The author discusses his recently published tribute to the late Cokie Roberts, trailblazing journalist and his wife of 53 years, with their grandson Jack Hartman, a sophomore at Princeton University. "Cokie: A Life Well Lived" is Steven Roberts' 2021 tribute to his late wife'... Learn More Princeton Fire Department Open House When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: 363 Witherspoon St What: The Princeton Fire Department is seeking candidates to join its Class of 2022 training program. Princeton residents 16 and older are invited to attend an Open House on Tuesday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m., at the Princeton Fire Department located at 363 Witherspoon Street. Learn ... Learn More Workshop: The Writers Room When: Tuesday, December 7th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Writers receive constructive feedback at these group Zoom sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions. Registration is required. Participants range from published authors to those looking to improve their skills. Work... Learn More Featured Event: WEBINAR: Deconstructing Leg Pain When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. What: This is a FREE webinar and will be offered via Zoom. Are you experiencing leg pain and are unsure of what's causing it? Causes of leg pain can include pulled muscle, arthritis, strain, spine issues (sciatica, spinal stenosis), or tendinitis. Join Hospital for Special Surgery ... Learn More Featured Event: WEBINAR: Deconstructing Leg Pain (Bonnie McGrath) Kids: Little Panda Storytime When: Wednesday, December 8th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Guest readers from YingHua International School share storytime in Mandarin Chinese. For ages 3 and up, depending on Chinese language proficiency level. Presented by the library and YingHua International School. View on our PPL Youtube storytime channel Learn More PLANES, TRAINS, AND AUTOMOBILES—Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, Birmingham, Alabama When: Wednesday, December 8th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource CenterLearn More Homework Help When: Wednesday, December 8th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the COLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments. Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in ele... Learn More Operation Holiday® Launches the 2021 Christmas Season When: Wednesday, December 8th at 3:00 p.m. Where: http://www.operationholiday.net What: POWER CHANGES LIVES INC® is pleased to announce the launch of Operation Holiday® 2021 helping those in need for the holiday season. Last year, generous donors throughout the community "adopted" over 200 individuals, families, seniors and the homeless throughout New Jersey. In... Learn More English Conversation Group When: Wednesday, December 8th 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 Discussion: Personal Limits - A Series on Personal Writing When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Monica Huerta, professor of English at Princeton University, hosts this virtual conversation series about contemporary experiments in personal writing. This session features Dan-El Padilla Peralta. This is the third program in a six-part series. To register for this program, ... Learn More Conversation: Olga Ulturgasheva and Simon Morrison When: Wednesday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The researcher, author and visiting professor discusses her research on climate change, Indigenous voice and ice dependent worlds in the Circumpolar North with her Princeton colleague Simon Morrison. The title of this presentation is "On Potential of Non-Humano-Centric Cosmol... Learn More Conversation: Olga Ulturgasheva and Simon Morrison When: Wednesday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton LibraryLearn More Featured Event: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Webinar/Online What: Obtain a Free Training Grant for High-Demand Business Certifications Please click the following link to register: WIOA Training Grants Webinar Please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your contacts list to receive registration information and reminde... Learn More Featured Event: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications (Sharon Bussey) Featured Event: The 2021 Virtual New Jersey Business Hall of Fame When: Thursday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtual Event What: Join us for the virtual event of the year - The New Jersey Business Hall of Fame™ December 9, 2021 | 6-7 PM Register for free today! Every year, Junior Achievement of New Jersey (JANJ) celebrates and honors the accomplishments of our state's most influential business leaders. ... Learn More Featured Event: The 2021 Virtual New Jersey Business Hall of Fame (Tracy Anderson) Storytime Shorts When: Thursday, December 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: 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 Storytime! When: Thursday, December 9th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up with parent or adult caregiver. Masks are required. For everyone's safety during story time in the Community Room, masks are required for everyone age 2 ... Learn More THE MAGIC GARDENS, PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Princeton Senior Resource Center When: Thursday, December 9th at 11:00 a.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource CenterLearn More ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY - The Princeton Senior Resource Center When: Thursday, December 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: The Princeton Senior Resource CenterLearn More English Conversation Group When: Thursday, December 9th 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 Homework Help When: Thursday, December 9th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the COLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments. Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in ele... Learn More Northern Lights Canvas Painting (Ages 8-18) When: Thursday, December 9th at 4:30 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: The Northern Lights are not only beautiful to look at, but also beautiful to capture in a painting. Join us to complete a Northern Lights inspired painting on an 11x14 canvas. Learn More Introduction to Smart and Safe Investing When: Thursday, December 9th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Chris Cozzens, a 2022 J.D. candidate at Seton Hall University School of Law, gives a presentation designed to improve basic financial literacy and informed investment decision making. The free, 45-minute presentation is for educational purposes and does not sell or recommend ... Learn More Discussion: Black Voices Book Group When: Thursday, December 9th at 7:15 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: The group discusses "How We Show Up: Relationships, Family, and Community" by Mia Birdsong. All are welcome. This group meets via 'Google Meet' which works best using the Chrome internet browser. Learn More English Conversation Group When: Friday, December 10th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Practice speaking English in Friday morning's in-person conversation group, facilitated by a volunteer. Registration opens Dec. 1 and is required. Masks are required inside the library. Learn More Tech: Embracing Your Electric Pressure Cooker When: Friday, December 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Many home cooks have discovered the time-saving benefits of electric pressure cookers. In this class, staff members Sonja Vloeberghs and Erica Bess share how to use the appliance. Today's electric pressure cookers are slow cookers, pressure cookers, rice makers and yogurt mak... Learn More Tech: Embracing Your Electric Pressure Cooker When: Friday, December 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Princeton LibraryLearn More Operation Holiday® Launches the 2021 Christmas Season When: Friday, December 10th at 3:00 p.m. Where: http://www.operationholiday.net What: POWER CHANGES LIVES INC® is pleased to announce the launch of Operation Holiday® 2021 helping those in need for the holiday season. Last year, generous donors throughout the community "adopted" over 200 individuals, families, seniors and the homeless throughout New Jersey. In... Learn More Byron Barn's Christmas Market When: Friday, December 10th at 4:00 p.m. Where: 626 Plainsboro Rd What: We are pleased to invite you to our Christmas Market at the Byron Barn in Plainsboro, New Jersey. We will be featuring quality artisans and handmade crafters, music, food trucks, holiday cheer and much more!  WHEN---Friday, December 10th- 4pm to 7pmSaturday, December 11th- 11a... Learn More Job Seekers: Networking During the Holidays When: Friday, December 10th at 9:45 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Career coach Marty Latman challenges the idea that the holidays are the worst season to job hunt and provides strategies to improve your networking techniques. This presentation can be accessed remotely at 9:45 a.m. and will begin at 10 a.m. Visit PSG of Mercer County's event... Learn More Featured Event: The Meraki Presents "Expressions" When: Saturday, December 11th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Arts Council of Princeton What: Meet local NJ artists, and their artwork for an EXHIBITION and SALE in the Solley Theater at Art Council. Showcasing oil, acrylics, mixed media, jewelry, ceramics, digital collages, sauces, arts and crafts.  Come shop your gifts for this holiday season with us!  Learn More Featured Event: The Meraki Presents "Expressions" (The Meraki) Featured Event: 10% to 50% off all Gifts! Holiday Shopping at Sunnyside! When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Sunnyside Gifts What: 50% off gifts in the Nook! 10% off entire shop! In store only, starts Tues, Dec 7 while supplies last. Shop happy with us today just in time for the holidays! Sunnyside Gifts is a true "Mom & Pop" indie gift shop filled with awesome gifts, good vibes, positivity, and fun... Learn More Featured Event: 10% to 50% off all Gifts! Holiday Shopping at Sunnyside! (Sunnyside Gifts) Featured Event: Byron Barn's Christmas Market When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: BYRON What: We are pleased to invite you to our Christmas Market at the Byron Barn in Plainsboro, New Jersey. We will be featuring quality artisans and handmade crafters, music, food trucks, holiday cheer and much more! WHEN---Friday, December 10th- 4pm to 7pm Saturday, December 11th- 11a... Learn More Featured Event: Byron Barn's Christmas Market (Darilynn Pitman) Featured Event: Washington Crossed the Delaware...where was he going and who took him there?? When: Saturday, December 11th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main St, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 What: Join us for a Book Talk and Autographing from bestselling author, Patrick K. O'Donnell Author of THE INDISPENSABLES: The Diverse Soldier-Mariners Who Shaped the Country, Formed the Navy, and Rowed Washington Across the Delaware This is a free event, but tax deductible donation... Learn More Featured Event: Washington Crossed the Delaware...where was he going and who took him there?? (Roger Williams) Featured Event: Fundraiser: Husaria Cup Tournament - Armored Knights When: Saturday, December 11th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Polish Cultural Foundation - 177 Broadway, Clark NJ 07066 What: Join us for an exciting evening of fighting knights. Watch as these two teams battle it out all while wearing armor and using authentic weapons. Pick your team and cheer them on to victory! Seating is limited. Advance ticket purchase is required. Visit our website to purchase ... Learn More Featured Event: Fundraiser: Husaria Cup Tournament - Armored Knights (helena masiorski) Featured Event: Princeton Elks Charitable Trust - Online Holiday Auction When: Saturday, December 11th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Facebook virtual online event What: The Princeton Elks Holiday Online Auction has started and will end on December 11 at 8PM EST. Proceeds to benefit the Special Needs Charity and Scholarship program. Many great items with very low starting bids. Get amazing items while supporting a great cause!Click to connect ... Learn More Featured Event: Princeton Elks Charitable Trust - Online Holiday Auction (Mary Ng) Featured Event: Holiday Brasses Concert When: Saturday, December 11th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Neshanic Reformed Church What: The Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One presents Holiday Brasses Concert Tickets: Adults $15, Students & Seniors $10, Children under 12 Free Learn More Featured Event: Holiday Brasses Concert (Linda Jones) Basketball, Cheerleading, Drumline, and Hip-Hop Majorette Dance When: Saturday, December 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Newark, NJ Location What: SoulPhamm is recruiting for the following Sports and Arts programs -  Basketball: Boys Ages 10 to 16 Cheerleading: Girls Ages 12 to 18 Drumline: Boys/Girls Ages 12 to 18 (Virtual until March) Hip-Hop Majorette Dance: Girls Ages 12 to 18 Contemporary Dance Team: Girls Ages 12 t... Learn More FedEx Ground - Immediate openings ! Dayton NJ When: Saturday, December 11th at 6:00 a.m. What: Up to $20.00 an hour to start! Sign on bonus! Weekly pay. Don't wait, apply now! Start working in 2 days ! To apply, please visit Package Handler Jobs at FedEx Ground or text FXGflyer to 33011 . IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! 63 Stults Rd Dayton NJ 08810 FedEx Ground offers competitive... Learn More Mommy/Daddy & Me (Ages 3-6) When: Saturday, December 11th at 9:30 a.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: Join us every Saturday for art-making fun! Classes are geared towards the parent & child who love to make art together. Parent & child will be involved in activities that enhance fine motor skills, creativity, and imaginations. Learn More Kids: Lit Lab When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Books meet hands-on activities in these sessions, which feature a read-aloud, a related maker activity to do at home and curated lists of library material. For K-3 students. Registration not required. Led by Youth Services staff, these monthly programs also feature ideas and ... Learn More Snowman Handprint Ornaments (All Ages) When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What:Using your child's handprint we will create an adorable ornament featuring their handprint as the snowman bodies. Each participant will make 4 ornaments. These are perfect for gift giving or for hanging on your own tree! Learn More Byron Barn's Christmas Market When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 626 Plainsboro Rd What: We are pleased to invite you to our Christmas Market at the Byron Barn in Plainsboro, New Jersey. We will be featuring quality artisans and handmade crafters, music, food trucks, holiday cheer and much more!  WHEN---Friday, December 10th- 4pm to 7pmSaturday, December 11th- 11a... Learn More Mini Holiday Canvases (Ages 8+) When: Saturday, December 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: These mini canvas paintings with easels are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Each participant will create 4 mini canvases. Great for gifting! Learn More Go Between Club When: Saturday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. What: All sixth, seventh and eighth graders are invited to join us for fun discussions of books and other interests. Meetings are in-person on the second Saturday of the month. Registration required. Masks are required for all in-person events at the library. Photo by Tom Hermans ... Learn More Go Between Club - Princeton Library When: Saturday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Princeton LibraryLearn More The Benefits of an Immediate Understanding of a Patient's Character When: Saturday, December 11th at 4:00 p.m. Where: 4419 NJ-27 What: Join us for a FREE webinar. With Howard Chavis, M.D.. and interviewer/host Peter A. Crist, M.D. This webinar is free to attend and will last approximately one hour. You will have the opportunity to ask questions by on-line chat. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webina... Learn More Family Ornament Hour When: Sunday, December 12th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 522 Executive Dr What: Book an hour private studio session with your family. Choose from multiple different ornament projects to create together as a family. Each participant will get to make their own ornament or two. Spend quality time together as a family in a private art studio and make creative... Learn More Byron Barn's Christmas Market When: Sunday, December 12th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 626 Plainsboro Rd What: We are pleased to invite you to our Christmas Market at the Byron Barn in Plainsboro, New Jersey. We will be featuring quality artisans and handmade crafters, music, food trucks, holiday cheer and much more!  WHEN---Friday, December 10th- 4pm to 7pmSaturday, December 11th- 11a... Learn More Check out more 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.