Princeton Weekend Events: See What's Happening In The Area

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09 December, 2021

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PRINCETON, NJ — Looking for things to do in the Princeton area? Check out what's new on your Princeton Patch community calendar. See what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Want to see your event in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this weekend in and around Princeton: 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 MoreFeatured 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, and 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) Featured Event: Solving the Medicare Puzzle/Medicare Myths Exposed When: Thursday, December 9th at 7:30 p.m. Where: ZOOM-Solving the Medicare Puzzle What: Tonight, December 9th-Free ZOOM Class Class Hosted by Expert Medicare Plan Adviser Robert Remin (see contact info below to request Zoom Link-Please include Full Name and Email) The A, B, and C's and D about Medicare not in the Government Handbook or in previous presentations you att... Learn More Featured Event: Solving the Medicare Puzzle/Medicare Myths Exposed (robert remin) 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 LibraryWhat: 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 Code It, Beginner Level When: Thursday, December 9th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Students are invited to drop in for an hour to learn to code using the programming language Python. In these beginner sessions, a core concept will be covered, along with an exercise to put new skills to the test. No coding experience necessary. Intended for grades 4 to 8, bu... 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 Code It, Intermediate Level When: Thursday, December 9th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Students are invited to drop in for an hour to learn to code using the programming language Python. In these intermediate sessions, a core concept will be covered, along with an exercise to put new skills to the test. Intended for grades 4 to 8, but exceptions for kids and te... Learn More Operation Holiday - Calling All Donors to "Adopt A Family" When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:28 p.m. Where: https://operationholiday.net What: Operation Holiday® Calling All Donors to "Adopt A Family" https://operationholiday.net In 2020, generous donors "adopted" over 200 individuals, families, seniors and the homeless throughout New Jersey. Individuals and families, through agency referrals were able to enjoy the h... 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 Library Learn More Princeton Elks Charitable Trust - Online Holiday Auction When: Friday, December 10th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Facebook Virtual Online Auction What: The Princeton Elks Holiday Online Auction is live and will end on December 11 at 8PM EST. Great items (Disney Trip, 3D printer and more) with very low starting bids. Proceeds to benefit the Special Needs Charity and Scholarship program. Thank you for your support! Click to con... Learn 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: Santa's Coming to Stumpy's Princeton When: Saturday, December 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Stumpy's Hatchet House - Princeton - Axe Throwing What: GET INTO THE GIVING SPIRITThis Santa Claus won't shake like a bowl full of jelly, but he will be bringing the spirit of giving to Stumpy's Hatchet House of Princeton this Saturday. Take some photos, throw some axes, and join us in giving to HomeFront, a charity committed to br... Learn More Santa's Coming to Stumpy's Princeton (Scott Kuppe) 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 is live and will end on December 11 at 8PM EST. Great items (Disney Trip, 3D printer and more) with very low starting bids. All proceeds to benefit the Special Needs and Scholarship program. Thank you for your support! 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) 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 Featured Event: Kids Snowman Painting Workshop When: Sunday, December 12th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Scrap U & Artistry Too What: Winter is coming! Embrace the cold with a glittery snowman painting! Bring a friend and paint together! *Sibling discount two for $4  Register online here Learn More Featured Event: Kids Snowman Painting Workshop (Scrap U & Artistry Too) Featured Event: Adult Snowman Wood Santa Decor Class When: Sunday, December 12th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Scrap U & Artistry Too What: Adult Class - Sun. Dec. 12 - $30.00 OR TWO FOR $50!!.  3:00 - 5:00 pm Christmas is coming! Create your very own Wood Plank Santa Decor (4.5"x18"). Perfect for a tabletop, mantle or hang for the holidays! Enjoy some adult time with friends, paint, sip & snack! BYOB & s... Learn More Featured Event: Adult Snowman Wood Santa Decor Class (Scrap U & Artistry Too) 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 Winter Concert: Preparatory String Ensemble When: Sunday, December 12th at 2:30 p.m. Where: Greater Princeton Youth OrchestraLearn More SnowFest 21 When: Sunday, December 12th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Historic Wicoff House Museum What: Please join us at the Wicoff House Museum on December 12th, at 3:00-5:00 pm, for our annual SnowFest event, where we will celebrate the winter season! This event will be limited to about 100 people per hour, so please register at www.tinyurl.com/snowfest21 the total number of ... Learn More Winter Concert: Concert Orchestra - Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra When: Sunday, December 12th at 3:30 p.m. Where: Greater Princeton Youth OrchestraLearn More Winter Concert: Symphonic Orchestra - Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra When: Sunday, December 12th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Greater Princeton Youth OrchestraLearn More PHS HR Day - Princeton High School When: Monday, December 13th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Princeton High SchoolLearn More Audition Sign-Up - Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra When: Monday, December 13th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Greater Princeton Youth OrchestraLearn More Operation Holiday® Launches the 2021 Christmas Season When: Monday, December 13th 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 Winter Mason Jar Snow Scenes (Ages 8-18) When: Monday, December 13th 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 Fireside Chat — "COVID-19: Legal, Social and Policy Aspects" When: Monday, December 13th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Innovation Center BioLabs What: Join us for a fireside chat on Monday, December 13, from 5–6 p.m., ET, featuring attorneys from Fox Rothschild's Intellectual Property Law Department in Princeton, New Jersey. This free-ranging conversation, led by Gerry Norton, PhD, Nancy Halpern, DVM, Jimmy Hao, PhD, and Joe... Learn More NO GPYO Rehearsals - Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra When: Monday, December 13th at 5:15 p.m. Where: Greater Princeton Youth OrchestraLearn More Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad Open House on December 13 When: Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: 2 Mt Lucas Rd What: The Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad (PFARS) is hosting an Open House on Monday, December 13, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., at 2 Mount Lucas Road. Residents are invited to learn first-hand from current volunteers and staff what it means to give back your community as a voluntee... Learn More Winter Mason Jar Snow Scenes (Ages 18+) When: Monday, December 13th 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 Workshop: Writers Room Poets When: Monday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these twice-monthly group Zoom sessions. Participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions. There is time to discuss a number of pieces during each session. Space is lim... Learn More Art: Princeton Sketchers When: Tuesday, December 14th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Sketchers of all abilities and levels of experience in this social art group meet monthly to sketch, draw and paint together. Registration is required. Beginners are welcome, but must be high-school-age or older. Participants are responsible for their own art supplies and mat... Learn More Art: Princeton Sketchers - Princeton Library When: Tuesday, December 14th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Princeton LibraryLearn More Mercer County Community ID When: Tuesday, December 14th 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 14th 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 14th 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 Discussion: Wandering Book Club When: Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: People in their 20s and 30s discuss books and other media on Discord, led by Nora Walsh and Sandra Lolic. This session features two short stories by Georgette Heyer and Reina Hardy. The group meets using Discord, an online community, and discussions are text based. New members... Learn More Holiday POPS! When: Tuesday, December 14th at 7:30 p.m. Where: McCarter Theatre Center What: Tuesday, December 14 at 7:30 pm – Live Concert—Join the Princeton Symphony Orchestra for this treasured Princeton tradition as the PSO performs festive orchestral favorites and melodies of the season. Rossen Milanov conducts. Matthews Theatre, McCarter Theatre Center, 91 Unive... Learn More Workshop: The Writers Room When: Tuesday, December 14th 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 Tech: How To Get Photos Off Your Phone When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Discover the myriad of options for saving and storing photos taken on a mobile device. Registration required. Taking pictures with a smartphone or tablet is easy. Trying to determine the best way to store them is the challenge. During this session, users will learn various wa... Learn More "Owl Babies" StoryWalk When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Take a walk around the the library building to see and read the picture book "Owl Babies" by Martin Waddell in the windows facing Witherspoon Street. The book is illustrated by Patrick Benson. The "Owl Babies" StoryWalk features prompts for early literacy activities to furthe... Learn More Drop In and Knit When: Wednesday, December 15th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Princeton Public Library What: Join us for a virtual social gathering of knitting and sharing on the first and third Wednesdays of the month, via Google Meet. Registrations required. A library card is not necessary for registration. Meeting link will be sent by email on Wednesday morning. Learn More See 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.