Princeton University Eating Clubs Tour, Historical Society of Princeton
Colonial Club 40 Prospect Avenue, Princeton Join author Clifford Zink on a walking tour outside Princeton University’s majestic eating clubs. Learn about the architecture, origins, and development of the sixteen Classical and Gothic-style clubhouses, which date from 1895 to 1928. There will be an opportunity to visit inside of one of the eating clubs. Copies of Zink’s 2017 book, The Princeton Eating Clubs, will be available for sale at a discounted price at the tour. Co-sponsored by Princeton Prospect Foundation. Please note: Advanced tickets ($20) are required – no walk ups will be allowed.
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17th Annual Hopewell Tours Des Arts
This year marks the 17th anniversary of Hopewell Tour Des Arts, the much-anticipated annual event that opens the doors of local artists' studios and pop-up art spaces to the public. This curated tour showcases new and innovative work from 60+ talented artists in the Hopewell area, and is free to the public. In conjunction with celebrating this milestone, the Tour announces a new partnership with the Hopewell Valley Arts Council. Tour Des Arts 2024, is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, from 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, September 29, from 11 am to 4 pm, rain or shine. Admission is free. Details and this year's tour map will be available several weeks in advance on both the HV Arts Council and Tour Des Arts websites.
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Fall Family Fun Weekends, Terhune's
Come to Terhune Orchards for a day of family fun on the farm! What better way to celebrate fall than with Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins and Apples! Enjoy pony rides, pedal and play tractors, children’s games & activities, visit the Corn Stalk Maze and Hay Bale Maze, Adventure Story Barn, our barnyard of farm animals and so much more farm fun. In our historic apple orchard, enjoy tasting flights or a glass of red, white or fruit-based wine made from Terhune own grapes and fruit, with plenty of open-air seating. Terhune Orchards features live music played by some of our best local talent. See here for the list of live music: https://www.terhuneorchards.com/month-music-farm/ Online tickets: https://terhuneorchards.ticketspice.com/fall-2024 Free Parking. Apple Picking at 13 Van Kirk Road Orchard*. For more information call visit www.terhuneorchards.com/fall-family-fun-weekends or call 609-924-2310
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YWCA Princeton's 2024 Crafts & Cultures Festival
YWCA Princeton's 2024 Crafts & Cultures Festival, 11-4pm., A vibrant celebration of diversity, creativity, and community spirit. Join us for a day filled with performances, artisan crafts, and family-friendly activities that showcase the rich tapestry of our community. This event is not just about fun—it's about coming together to support the YWCA's mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. There will be music, food trucks, vendors, arts, crafts & more!
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Unruly Sounds Festival, Princeton Public Library
An afternoon of music by local composers that showcases local bands and musicians and features rising talents in the Princeton University graduate composition program. Unruly Sounds, now in its eighth year, returns to Hinds Plaza for an afternoon of music. Mika Godbole of Mantra Percussion curates this annual celebration of original music from Princeton University’s graduate music program and other area-based musicians. The all-day event features a wide variety of post classical/contemporary grooves. As in past years, the festival promises to keep to its tradition of highlighting fresh sounds and new compositions.
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Summer Music Series, Palmer Square Green
Summer Music Series, Palmer Square Green - Free Some Assembly Required performs.
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Latino Festival of Hightstown and East Windsor
Music, dancing, crafts, children's games, food, and other activities representing traditions from Latino communities in the region. Rain date Sunday, September 29. Hightstown High School, 25 Leshin Lane, Hightstown, 609-943-6450. www.njrise.org/11th-annual-latino-festival.
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Winery Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards
Join family and friends for our winery weekend music series. Set in our wine orchard among 100 year old apple trees, it is the perfect way to relax, connect, and toast the weekend. Enjoy a glass of one of our award-winning wines, by the glass, in a tasting flight or a refreshing wine slush. Sit back and listen to live music from local artists each week. Styles range from Jazz and Blues to Folk and Rock. Music is from 2pm-5pm. Light fare available. Bring the entire family to enjoy fresh air on the farm, stop in the farm store for fresh produce, baked goods and local gourmet items, and stroll on the farm. Barn Door Cafe is open on weekends for lunch fare, homemade treats and ice cream. Winery hours 12pm-5pm. No outside food or pets please. No reservations needed for less than 8 people. Groups over 8 require reservation.
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Campus Collections Outdoor Walking Tour: Residential Colleges Neighborhood
Princeton University Art Museum, Ai Weiwei’s Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads, University Place. artmuseum.princeton.edu. Join a guided walking tour of the campus collections with an Art Museum guide and discover a variety of artworks by modern and contemporary sculptors, from Sol LeWitt to Maya Lin.
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Groundhog Day, The Musical @Kelsey Theatre - Two Showtimes
2 and 8pm We couldn’t wait until February to bring you this adorable musical, inspired by the hilarious film starring Bill Murray. Groundhog Day features a book by original co-screenwriter Danny Rubin, and music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Tim Minchin (Matilda the Musical). It is February 2nd in Punxutawney, Pennsylvania and a storm is coming. Phil Connors, a big-city weatherman, couldn’t be more frustrated to be reporting on the small-town Groundhog Day Ceremony – until he finds himself reliving the same day over and over again. Stuck in an endless loop of arrogance and cynicism amongst the cheery townsfolk, Phil must learn to take advantage of his 2nd, 3rd, and 4th chances, break the cycle and transform his life. $30 PG13 Kelsey Theatre, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor NJ, 08550 609-570-3333
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Empire Records - The Musical, McCarter Theatre
2 and 7:30pm Sept 6 - Oct 6 Overflowing with optimism, ‘90s counterculture, rooftop dancing, and the spirit of punk rock, Empire Records tells the story of a band of idealist misfits fighting to save their beloved record store from a corporate takeover. With tactics ranging from desperate to dangerous, the team comes together during a visit by over the hill pop star Rex Manning to discover the true value of friendship, love, and music—all in one extraordinary, unforgettable day.
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FREE Christian Concert featuring Dave Pettigrew
FREE Christian Concert featuring Dave Pettigrew The Concert will be outdoors so there is room for many. If the weather is not nice we will hold the concert in the Sanctuary but still lots of room. The concert starts at 5 pm. Doors will open at 3:30 for light refreshments to purchase, sales and the Pirate Ship bounce house.
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Vince August with Senator Jon Bramnick, Catch A Rising Star
Vince August with Senator Jon Bramnick at Catch A Rising Star Vince August made his standup comedy debut at Caroline's on Broadway in 1997. Since that time he has honed his skills and become one of the very best at improvisation and standup comedy. Vince has also made a name for himself on camera as a regular actor on ABC television's Primetime What Would You Do? The hidden camera social experiment show has showcased Vince's acting ability as he usually portrays the antagonist with scenes that have elicited emotions of extreme rage to tears. Vince has also appeared in the documentary film Heckler, soap opera As The World Turns, The Onion News Network and national television and radio commercials. Catch A Rising Star - Hyatt Regency Princeton Shows Friday 8pm, Saturday 7:30pm
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Ballet Hispánico, McCarter Theatre
Set to the intoxicating rhythms of conga, rumba, mambo, and more, Ballet Hispánico is renowned for celebrating the joy and diversity of Latinx culture through dance. The largest Latinx/e/Hispanic organization in the United States, Ballet Hispánico fuses classical ballet, modern dance, and Latin rhythms in a stirring showcase and “cutting edge crowd pleaser.” (The Washington Post)
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