Events
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What’s Happening is a selection of events taking place this month in our area. For even more events, go online to our website, communitynews.org/events.
Details below were believed to be accurate at time of publication. We always recommend that you confirm all necessary details when planning to attend an event.
Wednesday, October 7
Kids’ Concert with Miss Kim, Hightstown Memorial Branch, Mercer County Library System, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Local musician Miss Kim performs original songs and children’s classics for kids through age 7. Registration strongly suggested. 10 a.m.
Arts at Work: Comic Book Illustration Workshop with Jim Lee ‘86, Hagan Gallery, 185 Nassau Street, Princeton, princeton.edu. Comic-book illustration workshop with artist Jim Lee. 10:30 a.m.
Creativity Labs Open Studio Hours, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Drop-in art making in the museum’s Creativity Labs with materials provided and activities inspired by the collections and exhibitions. 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Leafy Trivet, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Adult fall craft workshop. 1:30 p.m.
How to Hunt the Jersey Devil, Twin Rivers Branch, Mercer County Library System, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Author Tony DiGerolamo explores the history and tall tales surrounding the Jersey Devil, along with witches, monsters, ghosts and other Pine Barrens folklore. Registration required. 3 p.m.
Touch-a-Truck, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Family event featuring vehicles children can see up close. 4 p.m.
Journaling Club, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Participants use an essay from Suleika Jaouad’s “The Book of Alchemy” as a writing prompt and discuss their responses. Registration requested. 5 to 6 p.m.
Post-Graduation Paths in EEB, Briger Hall, Princeton University, princeton.edu. Career program on post-graduation paths in ecology and evolutionary biology. 5:30 p.m.
Sound Journey, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton, princeton.edu. Arts program presented in the university chapel as part of Princeton’s October events calendar. 5:30 p.m.
Letters, Life and Legacy of Carson McCullers, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Carlos Dews discusses his collection of Carson McCullers’ letters with biographer Mary Dearborn and explores the writer’s life and legacy. Registration requested. 6 to 7 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Outdoor Screening, Broad Commons Park, Doylestown, Pa., discoverdoylestown.org. Discover Doylestown presents an outdoor screening of the cult musical film; rain date is Oct. 14. 6 to 10 p.m.
Medicare 101, Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, events.mcl.org. Senior Health Navigators explains Medicare Parts A, B, C and D and discusses programs that may help pay medication costs and Part B premiums. Registration required. 6:30 p.m.
Paint & Sip Workshop, Aristaeus Craft Brewing Co., 2475C Big Oak Road, Langhorne, Pa., aristaeusbrewing.com. Penelope Fox Art Studio leads a paint-and-sip workshop. Registration required; space is limited. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
In a Different Light: Ivalas Quartet, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Princeton, princetonsymphony.org. The Ivalas Quartet performs a chamber-music program presented by the Princeton Symphony Orchestra. 7 p.m.
A Beat of Our Own, McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. Stage production at McCarter Theatre Center. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 8
Michael Berardesco and Nanette Kardaszeski Exhibition, Artists’ Gallery, 18 Bridge Street, Lambertville, lambertvillearts.com. Opening day of the gallery’s October exhibition featuring Michael Berardesco and Nanette Kardaszeski. The exhibition continues through Nov. 1. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Theater Lunch Conversation with the Book Writers of A Beat of Our Own, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, Princeton, arts.princeton.edu. A lunchtime conversation with the book writers of McCarter Theatre’s “A Beat of Our Own.” 12:15 p.m.
Getting Crafty: Tissue Paper Fall Tree, Allentown Library, Allentown. Children ages 3 and older can make a tissue-paper fall tree craft with a parent or caregiver. monmouthcountylib.org. 4:15-4:45 p.m
Ramzi Aburedwan & Dal’Ouna Ensemble: Palestinian Music, Tradition and Contemporary Voices, McCosh Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, princeton.edu. Ramzi Aburedwan and the Dal’Ouna Ensemble present a program of Palestinian music connecting traditional and contemporary voices. 4:15 p.m.
Arts at Work: Script Writing & Pitching Workshop, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, princeton.edu. Workshop on script writing and pitching with Jennie Snyder Urman. 4:30 p.m.
Live Music, Working Dog Winery, Robbinsville. Working Dog hosts Thirsty Thursday with live music and a wine-by-the-glass special. workingdogwinerynj.com. 4:30-7:30 p.m
Cocktails, Curators, and Conservators, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Evening museum program bringing visitors together with curators and conservators. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Collections Highlights Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour highlights selected works from the museum’s collections. 6 to 7 p.m.
Makerspace Lab Inktober Edition: Hatching and Shading, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Drawing and makerspace activity focusing on hatching and shading. 6 p.m.
Fall Concert: Jersey Transit A Cappella, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. The Princeton-area vocal ensemble performs a mix of modern pop, classic rock, jazz standards, Broadway favorites and Americana. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration requested. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Juggling Club, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Open juggling club for all skill levels. 6:30 p.m.
Amazing Pumpkin Carve, Needle Creek Farm Brewery, 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, needlecreek.com. Giant pumpkins carved by local artists are displayed with farm attractions, food, drinks and entertainment. 7 to 9 p.m.
Creative Writer’s Workshop, Allentown Library, Allentown. Local author Michael Pedowitz leads a collaborative workshop where writers give and receive constructive feedback. Registration is requested but not required. allentownboronj.com. 7 p.m
Laurita Jr. Idol Tryouts, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Laurita continues tryouts for its Junior Idol competition. lauritawinery.com. 7-9 p.m
Medium Build with Ken Yates, The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. Medium Build performs with Ken Yates at the Stone Pony. stoneponyonline.com. 7 p.m
My Brain After the Rupture, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, concerts.princeton.edu. Documentary screening presented with Princeton University Concerts’ Music & Healing programming. 7 p.m.
Nacho Ate Spiderman, New Jersey Repertory Company, Long Branch. The New Jersey Repertory Company production continues on the mainstage. njrep.org. 7 p.m
Ruthie Foster, The Vogel, Red Bank. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster performs at The Vogel. thebasie.org. 7:30 p.m
Sports, Race and Society Lecture: Dr. Myron Rolle, McCosh Hall, Room 10, Princeton University, Princeton, princeton.edu. Myron Rolle, a pediatric neurosurgeon, Rhodes Scholar and former college and NFL football player, speaks in the Sports, Race and Society Lecture Series. 7:30 p.m.
The Moth Mainstage: Tightrope, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, stnj.org. The Moth presents an evening of true stories told live on stage around the theme “Tightrope.”. 7:30 p.m.
Pressed Flower Resin Pumpkin Charcuterie Board, Working Dog Winery, Robbinsville, workingdogwinerynj.com. Participants design a pumpkin-shaped charcuterie board with real pressed flowers and a food-safe resin finish during a guided workshop. Check website for time.
Friday, October 9
Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books for readers of all ages. Preview admission applies in the morning; the regular sale begins at noon. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mosaic Colloquium, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Scholars from the United States, Canada, Europe and Trkiye present new research on ancient mosaics and wall painting. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sing Along with Miss Kim, Robbinsville Branch, Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, events.mcl.org. Local musician Miss Kim leads children through familiar and original songs. Registration requested. 10:30 a.m.
Tim Hoh Music for Kids, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, hamiltonnjpl.org. Interactive children’s music program. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Mutiny Beach Oktoberfest, Mutiny Beach, Asbury Park. The Oktoberfest celebration features German food and barbecue specials, live polka and traditional music, beer games and a stein-hoist contest. The event continues through Sunday, Oct. 11. asburyparkchamber.com. 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m
Nacho Ate Spiderman, New Jersey Repertory Company, Long Branch. The New Jersey Repertory Company production continues on the mainstage. njrep.org. 2 and 7 p.m
Understanding Osteoporosis, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Adult health program on osteoporosis. 2 p.m.
Amazing Pumpkin Carve, Needle Creek Farm Brewery, 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, needlecreek.com. Giant pumpkins carved by local artists are displayed with farm attractions, food, drinks and entertainment. 3 to 9 p.m.
Climb Time at Shark River Park, Shark River Park, Wall. Try the Park System’s portable climbing wall. Participants must be at least 42 inches tall. monmouthcountyparks.com. 3-6 p.m
Allentown Lions Club Craft Beer Garden, Allentown. The annual beer garden opens with more than 24 craft beers on tap and food from Hope Fire Company. Runaway Train performs from 6-9 p.m. allentownboronj.com. 5 p.m
Princeton Field Hockey vs. Dartmouth, Bedford Field, Princeton University, Princeton, goprincetontigers.com. Princeton hosts Dartmouth in Ivy League field hockey. 5 p.m.
Clay Workshop with Artist Jabulile Nala, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Hands-on art-making workshop with artist Jabulile Nala. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Special Exhibitions Tour: Takeda Hideo’s Genpei, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour of the special exhibition “Takeda Hideo’s Genpei: Defying Authority.” 6 to 7 p.m.
Alliance Francaise de Princeton 20th Anniversary Celebration, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton, allianceprinceton.com. French-inspired food, wine, cheese, pastries and live French music mark the organization’s 20th anniversary. 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Akaash Singh: Generational Triumph Tour, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, stnj.org. Comedian Akaash Singh brings his Generational Triumph Tour to New Brunswick. 7 p.m.
Mountain Jam Band, Wonder Bar, Asbury Park. The Allman Brothers tribute band performs with special guest Cold Hill. wonderbarasburypark.com. 7-11 p.m
Music Bingo with Righteous Jolly, Aristaeus Craft Brewing Co., 2475C Big Oak Road, Langhorne, Pa., aristaeusbrewing.com. Music bingo combines songs, laughs and friendly competition with Righteous Jolly. 7 to 10 p.m.
Assassins, Villagers Theatre, Somerset, villagerstheatre.org. Stephen Sondheim’s musical opens its run. 7:30 p.m.
D.O.A. Mysteries: Mind Over Murder, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. D.O.A. Mysteries presents an interactive murder-mystery event at the winery. lauritawinery.com. 7:30-11 p.m
Jake Shimabukuro, The Vogel, Red Bank. Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro performs at The Vogel. thebasie.org. 7:30 p.m
Princeton University Orchestra: Ginastera, Korngold & Dvok, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. The Princeton University Orchestra performs music by Ginastera, Korngold and Dvok. 7:30 p.m.
Mike DelGuidice, The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. Singer-songwriter and Billy Joel band member Mike DelGuidice performs at the Stone Pony. stoneponyonline.com. 8 p.m
Original Asbury Park Ghost Tours, Asbury Park. The walking tour combines local legends, reported hauntings and researched history from Asbury Park’s past. asburyparkchamber.com. 8-9 p.m
Quite Contrary, Wallace Theater, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, Princeton, arts.princeton.edu. The Lewis Center for the Arts presents a new play by Marlie Kass. 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 10
Cycling for The Center, The Center, Asbury Park. Cyclists of different ability levels take part in a fundraising ride supporting The Center, followed by a barbecue. asburyparkchamber.com. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m
Allentown Annual Fall Festival, Main Street, Allentown. The free festival fills downtown with local businesses, vendors, handcrafted items, food and family-friendly fall activities. allentownboronj.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
Art for Families: Pop Art Portraits, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Family art-making program inspired by pop art portraiture. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Barrel Racing, Horse Park of New Jersey, Upper Freehold. The Horse Park hosts a barrel-racing event in the indoor arena. horseparkofnewjersey.com. 10 a.m
Baskets, Brooms & Blacksmithing, Howell Living History Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville, howellfarm.org. Traditional craft demonstrations at the living-history farm. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Shoot Archery, Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. Practice archery during an open shoot. Equipment is provided; this is not a beginner instructional program. monmouthcountyparks.com. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m
Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Fall family festival with farm attractions, seasonal activities, food and entertainment. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Trenton Numismatic Club Coin Show, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, hamiltonnjpl.org. Coin show featuring U.S. and world coins, tokens, medals and paper money. Admission is free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wonka Sugar Science, McCosh Hall, Room 50, Princeton University, Princeton, community.princeton.edu. Family science program inspired by Willy Wonka includes hands-on activity tables followed by an auditorium show exploring the science of candy. Free registration required. 10 a.m.
Creative Kiddos: Monster Marionettes, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Children create monster marionettes during a family art workshop. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
Succulent Pumpkins, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Workshop participants create a seasonal succulent-pumpkin arrangement. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Working Dog Winery Fall Festival, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor-Perrineville Road, East Windsor, workingdogwinerynj.com. Petting zoo, pumpkin painting, face painting, vendors, food trucks and live music. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Female Sculptors Tour, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Members-only guided tour highlights women sculptors represented throughout the collection. 11:30 a.m.
Mutiny Beach Oktoberfest, Mutiny Beach, Asbury Park. The Oktoberfest weekend continues with German food and barbecue specials, traditional music and beer-themed activities. asburyparkchamber.com. 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m
The Creatures of Princeton University History Walk, FitzRandolph Gate, Princeton University, 91 Nassau Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Library staff lead a walk highlighting tigers and other creatures found in the university’s historical, artistic and architectural features. Registration required. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Allentown Lions Club Craft Beer Garden, Allentown, allentownboronj.com. The beer garden continues with more than 24 craft beers, food from Hope Fire Company and live music by The Quixote Project from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and Sideways Willy from 5-8 p.m. Noon
Asbury Park Police Department Bike Rodeo, City Hall parking lot, Asbury Park. The third annual bike rodeo offers a free family bicycle-safety event. asburyparkchamber.com. Noon-4 p.m
Fall Festival, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Laurita hosts another fall festival weekend with wine, food and seasonal entertainment. lauritawinery.com. Noon-7 p.m
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford, Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. See the 19th-century gristmill in action during short demonstrations. monmouthcountyparks.com. 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m
Magnolia Street String Band, Screamin’ Hill Beer Farm, Cream Ridge. Magnolia Street String Band performs at the farm brewery, with Sweet Carolina BBQ serving food. screaminhill.com. 1-5 p.m
Piano Ballads from the Turn of the Century, Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. Hear popular turn-of-the-century songs performed in the farmhouse. monmouthcountyparks.com. 1-3 p.m
Red Bank Oktoberfest, Edmund Wilson Plaza, Red Bank. The free festival features beer, wine and spirits tastings, food, a craft market, live music, feats of strength and a kids zone. Tasting packages are available for guests 21 and older. redbank.org. 1-5 p.m
Sisters for a Cure, The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. The Stone Pony hosts a benefit event supporting breast-cancer causes. stoneponyonline.com. 1 p.m
Traditional Chair Caning Demonstration, Holmes-Hendrickson House, Holmdel Park, Holmdel. A demonstrator shows traditional chair-caning techniques. monmouthcountyparks.com. 1-3 p.m
Art Making Workshop: Make Your Own Watercolor Palette, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Hands-on workshop invites participants to create a watercolor palette. 2 to 4 p.m.
Author Talk: Yoshicka Seche-Thomas, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Author program and discussion. 2 p.m.
Nacho Ate Spiderman, New Jersey Repertory Company, Long Branch. The New Jersey Repertory Company production continues on the mainstage. njrep.org. 2 and 7 p.m
Old Barracks Fall Activities, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, barracks.org. Family-friendly fall activities at the historic museum. Noon to. 2 p.m.
Poetry Reading Group, West Windsor Branch, Mercer County Library System, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, events.mcl.org. Read, share and discuss classic and contemporary poetry. The group reads each selection aloud before discussing it together, and poems are provided to participants. 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Sesame Street Live! Elmo’s Got the Moves, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, stnj.org. Elmo and friends bring songs, movement and family entertainment to the stage. 2 p.m.
Ushering in Autumn: A Taiko and Dance Experience, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Seasonal program combines taiko drumming and dance. 2 to 4 p.m.
Hip-Hip-Huzzah Ball, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, princetoncountrydancers.org. Princeton Country Dancers presents an evening of 18th-century dances with an afternoon minuet workshop. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Bordentown Township Fall Festival, Joseph Lawrence Park, Bordentown Township, bordentowntownship.com. Free festival with wagon and train rides, carnival games, pumpkin painting, face painting, balloon art, food trucks and crafters. Noon to. 4 p.m.
Princeton Women’s Volleyball vs. Brown, Dillon Gymnasium, Princeton University, Princeton, goprincetontigers.com. Princeton hosts Brown in Ivy League women’s volleyball. 5 p.m.
Princeton Women’s Soccer vs. Penn, Myslik Field at Roberts Stadium, Princeton University, Princeton, goprincetontigers.com. Princeton hosts Penn in Ivy League women’s soccer. 7 p.m.
The Wag’s Halloween Spectacular, Middletown Arts Center, Middletown. The Wag presents its Halloween-themed music and entertainment show. middletownarts.org. 7-9:30 p.m
Triple Threat, Randy Now’s Man Cave, Hightstown, mancavenj.com. Creem Circus, the Keith Roth Band and Full Steen Ahead perform a night of rock ’n’ roll. 7 p.m.
Wine & Comedy: Robin Fox, Old York Cellars, 80 Old York Road, Ringoes, oldyorkcellars.com. Old York Cellars presents comedian Robin Fox as part of its Wine & Comedy series. 7 to 10 p.m.
Princeton University Orchestra: Ginastera, Korngold & Dvok, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. Second performance of the Princeton University Orchestra program featuring music by Ginastera, Korngold and Dvok. 7:30 p.m.
Quite Contrary, Wallace Theater, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, Princeton, arts.princeton.edu. The Lewis Center for the Arts presents a new play by Marlie Kass. 8 p.m.
Amazing Pumpkin Carve, Needle Creek Farm Brewery, 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, needlecreek.com. Giant pumpkins carved by local artists are displayed with farm attractions, food, drinks and entertainment. 9 p.m.
Sunday, October 11
Allentown Annual Fall Festival, Main Street, Allentown. The free downtown festival continues with vendors, food, shopping and family-friendly fall activities. allentownboronj.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Fall family festival with farm attractions, seasonal activities, food and entertainment. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Rock and Roll Playhouse: Bruce Springsteen for Kids, The Vogel, Red Bank. The family concert introduces children to the music of Bruce Springsteen. thebasie.org. 11 a.m
Working Dog Winery Fall Festival, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor-Perrineville Road, Hightstown, workingdogwinerynj.com. The free fall festival includes a petting zoo, pumpkin painting, face painting, a fall photo area, local vendors, food trucks, live music and wine. The winery and live music continue through 8 p.m. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Mutiny Beach Oktoberfest, Mutiny Beach, Asbury Park. The Oktoberfest weekend closes with German food and barbecue specials, traditional music and beer-themed activities. asburyparkchamber.com. 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m
ALBO, Screamin’ Hill Beer Farm, Cream Ridge. ALBO performs at the farm brewery, with Wholly Bowls serving food. screaminhill.com. Noon-4 p.m
Allentown Lions Club Craft Beer Garden, Allentown, allentownboronj.com. The beer garden continues with food from Hope Fire Company and live music by The Spider Daniels Band from noon-3 p.m. and Georgia Owen from 4-7 p.m. Noon
Fall Festival, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Laurita closes its fall festival weekend with wine, food and seasonal entertainment. lauritawinery.com. Noon-7 p.m
Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, princetonlibrary.org. Half-price final day of the Friends & Foundation annual fundraising book sale. Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Princeton Field Hockey vs. Northwestern, Bedford Field, Princeton University, Princeton, goprincetontigers.com. Princeton hosts Northwestern in nonconference field hockey. Noon
Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford, Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Historic Walnford offers another afternoon of gristmill demonstrations. monmouthcountyparks.com. 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m
Blacksmith Demonstration, Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. Visit the blacksmith shop and learn about the history and work of the forge. monmouthcountyparks.com. 1-3 p.m
Nacho Ate Spiderman, New Jersey Repertory Company, Long Branch. The New Jersey Repertory Company production continues on the mainstage. njrep.org. 2 p.m
Quite Contrary, Wallace Theater, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, Princeton, arts.princeton.edu. The Lewis Center for the Arts presents a new play by Marlie Kass. 2 p.m.
All-Ages Folk Dance, Princeton Friends School, 470 Quaker Road, Princeton, princetoncountrydancers.org. Princeton Country Dancers presents an all-ages afternoon of folk dancing. 3 to 5 p.m.
Poet’s Perspective Poetry Reading & Open Mic, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. Featured poets Judy Salcewicz and Virginia Barrie read from their work, followed by an open mic for poets of all experience levels. Light refreshments will be served. Registration requested. 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Spanish-Language Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided museum tour presented in Spanish. 3 to 4 p.m.
Special Exhibitions Tour: Clay Has Memory, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour of “Clay Has Memory: Creative Lineages from Africa,” exploring how African and African Diasporic artists sustain creative legacies through clay. 3 to 4 p.m.
Amazing Pumpkin Carve, Needle Creek Farm Brewery, 91 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, needlecreek.com. Giant pumpkins carved by local artists are displayed with farm attractions, food, drinks and entertainment. 6 p.m.
ESDCTA Dressage Championship Show, Horse Park of New Jersey, Upper Freehold, horseparkofnewjersey.com. The Horse Park hosts the ESDCTA dressage championship show. Check website for time.
Monday, October 12
Assemblage Cake Slices: Part 1, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Creative art workshop for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities focuses on assemblage. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Creativity Labs Open Studio Hours, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Drop-in art making in the museum’s Creativity Labs, with extended daytime hours for the holiday. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Masters of the Skies Falconry Experience, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, 1635 River Road, New Hope, bhwp.org. Master falconer Gregory Wojtera presents live raptors and discusses falconry and raptor biology. 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Terhune Orchards Fall Family Fun, Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Road, Lawrence Township, terhuneorchards.com. Fall farm activities and family entertainment. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Health and Wellness Programs with RWJ, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Health and wellness program presented with RWJ. 10:30 a.m.
Stroller Tour, Grounds For Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, groundsforsculpture.org. Caregivers and young children explore art and the gardens during a stroller-friendly guided tour. 11 a.m. to. noon
Music B-I-N-G-O, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Laurita hosts a Columbus Day music bingo special with songs, trivia and prizes. lauritawinery.com. 3-5 p.m
Sex, Science, and Storytelling, Robertson Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, princeton.edu. Princeton University lecture and discussion program exploring intersections of sex, science and storytelling. 4:30 p.m.
Poetic Voices of the Holocaust, Online program, Plainsboro Public Library, plainsborolibrary.org. Online program exploring poetry connected to the Holocaust. 7 p.m.
Tuesday, October 13
Casual Birder, Holmdel Park, Holmdel. Join a Park System naturalist for a laid-back morning bird walk. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. monmouthcountyparks.com. 9 a.m
Tuesday Morning Matinee, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, hamiltonnjpl.org. Weekly morning movie screening. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Guided Tour: The Art of Japanese Publishing, Milberg Gallery, Princeton University, Princeton, princeton.edu. Guided tour explores “The Art of Japanese Publishing.” 12:30 p.m.
Adult Craft: Paper Pumpkin Lanterns, Twin Rivers Branch, Mercer County Library System, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Assemble and glue a decorative paper pumpkin lantern using provided materials. Participants may add their own fairy lights or flameless candle at home. Registration required. 2:30 p.m.
Pumpkin Patch Storytime, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Seasonal pumpkin-themed storytime. 3 p.m.
Community Heroes, Allentown Library, Allentown. Families can learn about the important work firefighters do in the community. monmouthcountylib.org. 4:30-5:30 p.m
Musicology Colloquium with Benjamin Barson, Woolworth Center, Princeton University, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. Musicology colloquium featuring Benjamin Barson. 4:30 p.m.
Althea Ward Clark W’21 Reading by Miriam Toews, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau Street, Princeton, princeton.edu. Author Miriam Toews gives an Althea Ward Clark W’21 reading. 6 p.m.
Open Schooling: Riders and Drivers, Horse Park of New Jersey, Upper Freehold. Riders and drivers can take part in an open schooling session in the indoor arena. horseparkofnewjersey.com. 6 p.m
2026 Amateur Photo Contest Reception, Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Photographs submitted by Mercer County residents for the annual amateur photography contest will be displayed, and winners will be recognized and presented with awards. Light refreshments will be served. Registration requested. 7 p.m.
Queer Reads, Hopewell Branch, Mercer County Library System, 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, events.mcl.org. LGBTQIA+ reading and conversation circle for adults interested in queer literature. Participants can choose from selected books, suggest their own titles and exchange recommendations in a welcoming setting. Registration requested. 7 p.m.
The Power of Breath and Meditation, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Adult wellness program on breathing and meditation. 7 p.m.
Five For Fighting with String Quartet, The Vogel, Red Bank. Five For Fighting performs with a string quartet at The Vogel. thebasie.org. 7:30 p.m
JobSeekers, Online, sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers. Virtual networking and support meeting for job seekers. 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Akropolis Reed Quintet, Taplin Auditorium, Fine Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. The Akropolis Reed Quintet performs as part of the Princeton Sound Kitchen calendar. 8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 14
Zen Hour, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton, trentonlib.org. Relax with classical and jazz performances on Medici TV, refreshments and adult coloring pages. 10 to 11:30 a.m.
AARP Safe Driving Course, Mercer County, mercercounty.org. Driver-safety course presented by AARP. 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Winnie the Pooh Storytime, Hollowbrook Branch, Mercer County Library System, 320 Hollowbrook Drive, Ewing, events.mcl.org. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh with stories, songs and a craft. For ages 4 and older. Registration required. 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Princeton University Farmers’ Market, Princeton University, Princeton, community.princeton.edu. Weekly campus market features fresh and local farm and food vendors. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Medicare 101, Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, events.mcl.org. Learn about Medicare eligibility and enrollment, Parts A through D, projected 2027 changes and common mistakes to avoid. Presented by Jeffrey A. Previte of Senior Health Navigators. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
What Is an American?: Artists Reflect, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, princeton.edu. Faculty panel examining ideas of Americanness through works on view. 4:30 p.m.
Important LGBTQ Artists, Mercer County Library System, online, events.mcl.org. Artist and educator Suzanne Altman surveys LGBTQ artists from the Renaissance to the present, considering how identity, social change and public attitudes shaped their work. Artists discussed include Michelangelo, John Singer Sargent, David Hockney, Keith Haring and Diane Arbus. Registration required for the program link. 6 p.m.
Maker Social, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Informal makerspace gathering. 6 p.m.
Winnie the Pooh Party, West Windsor Branch, Mercer County Library System, 333 North Post Road, Princeton Junction, events.mcl.org. Children ages 4 to 12 celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with storytime and hands-on arts and crafts inspired by the Hundred Acre Wood. Registration required. 6 to 7 p.m.
Vinyasa & Strength Flow, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Adult yoga and strength class. 6:30 p.m.
Bite Sized Book Club for Busy People, Hightstown Memorial Branch, Mercer County Library System, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. A book club for readers short on time discusses Elisa Shua Dusapin’s ‘Winter in Sokcho.’ Selections are always fewer than 300 pages. Registration encouraged. 7 p.m.
Hank Azaria & The EZ Street Band, The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. Actor Hank Azaria leads a theatrical Springsteen celebration with The EZ Street Band. stoneponyonline.com. 7 p.m
Hearing Math with Sandeep Das, Taplin Auditorium, Fine Hall, Princeton University, concerts.princeton.edu. Grammy-winning tabla artist Sandeep Das explores the connections between music and mathematics. 7 p.m.
Mississippi Masala, Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau Street, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Screening of Mira Nair’s 1991 film presented by the Princeton University Art Museum. 7 to 9 p.m.
Open Mic Poetry, Thompson Park Theatre Barn, Lincroft. Participants may read original work or favorite poems during a program themed around what haunts you and poems written as dialogue. monmouthcountyparks.com. 7-8:30 p.m
A Beat of Our Own, McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. McCarter Theatre Center presents the new stage production. 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 15
Princeton Women’s Tennis: ITA Regionals, Racquet Center, Princeton University, Princeton, goprincetontigers.com. Princeton hosts competition in the ITA regional women’s tennis tournament. 8 a.m.
AHA Free In-Person Counseling, Mercer County, mercercounty.org. Free in-person counseling program. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cook Talks: Dining Out on a Budget, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. Patrick Lombardi, author of ‘The New Jersey Food Truck Cookbook,’ shares research-based tips and tricks for dining out without overspending. Registration requested. 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Ewing Library Fall Fest Book Sale, Mercer County Library Ewing Branch, Ewing, mcl.org. Friends of the library sale with books and other donated materials. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Live Music Meditation with Sandeep Das, Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University, concerts.princeton.edu. Free guided meditation followed by live tabla music. Noon
After Noon Concert Series, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. Midday concert in the university chapel. 12:30 p.m.
Microsoft Elevate: Generative AI Foundations, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. Learn what generative AI is, how it works and how people interact with chat-based tools. Part of the NJ AI Library Learning Network. Registration required. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Creative Coping Journaling Club, Hightstown Memorial Branch, Mercer County Library System, 114 Franklin Street, Hightstown, events.mcl.org. Guided journaling inspired by Suleika Jaouad’s ‘The Book of Alchemy’ and Isolation Journals. Participants read a prompt, consider what inspired it, write and discuss their responses. No previous writing experience is needed. 1:30 p.m.
Composition Colloquium with Michael R. Jackson, Woolworth Center, Room 106, Princeton University, Princeton, music.princeton.edu. Composition colloquium featuring Michael R. Jackson. 4:30 p.m.
Live Music, Working Dog Winery, Robbinsville. Working Dog hosts Thirsty Thursday with live music and a wine-by-the-glass special. workingdogwinerynj.com. 4:30-7:30 p.m
Afternoon Tea with The Secret Tearoom, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, mercercounty.org. Afternoon tea program at Morven. Noon to. 4:59 p.m.
Ceramic Potion Bottles, Working Dog Winery, 610 Windsor-Perrineville Road, East Windsor, newjerseywines.com. Paint a set of Halloween potion bottles using acrylic paints, stencils, stamps, sponges and templates. Participants can paint one bottle or a set of three. Fee applies. 6 to 8 p.m.
Classical Season Celebration, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, stnj.org. Violinist Christina Bouey and pianist Yoon Lee perform an intimate candlelit classical program benefiting the theater’s classical programming. 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Collections Highlights Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour highlights selected works from the museum’s collections. 6 to 7 p.m.
Makerspace Lab Inktober Edition: Geometric Patterns, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro, plainsborolibrary.org. Hands-on Inktober makerspace session exploring geometric patterns. 6 p.m.
New Jersey Hot Dogs: A Frank History, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, hamiltonnjpl.org. Author Mark Meurohr-Pierpaoli discusses New Jersey hot dog history. 6 to 7 p.m.
Sandeep Das & Friends, Princeton University Concerts, Princeton, concerts.princeton.edu. Tabla artist Sandeep Das performs. 6 p.m.
Chasing the Last Laugh, Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library System, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, events.mcl.org. New Jersey and Philadelphia-area performer George Scherer returns for a humor program exploring how everyday laughter can add joy and support health and happiness. Registration requested. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Do-Re-Meet Speed Dating, Maclean House, Princeton University, concerts.princeton.edu. Pre-concert social event paired with Sandeep Das & Friends. 6:30 p.m.
PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Bassoon, Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Princeton, princetonsymphony.org. Bassoonist Brad Balliett leads a free Soundtracks program introducing the instrument and its music. 6:30 p.m.
Laurita Jr. Idol Semi-Finals, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Junior Idol contestants compete in the semifinal round. lauritawinery.com. 7-9 p.m
Nacho Ate Spiderman, New Jersey Repertory Company, Long Branch. The New Jersey Repertory Company production continues on the mainstage. njrep.org. 7 p.m
A Beat of Our Own, McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. McCarter Theatre Center presents the new stage production. 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 16
Ewing Library Fall Fest Book Sale, Mercer County Library Ewing Branch, Ewing, mcl.org. Friends of the library book sale. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Out After Dark, Hurley Gallery, Lewis Arts Complex, Princeton University, Princeton, arts.princeton.edu. Final day of Tamara Santibaez’s exhibition examining access, law, bodies and public space. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Afternoon Tea with The Secret Tearoom, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, mercercounty.org. Second day of Morven’s afternoon tea program. Noon and 2:15 p.m.
Creativity Labs Open Studio Hours, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Drop-in art making with materials and activities inspired by works on view. 1 to 7:30 p.m.
Special Exhibitions Tour: Takeda Hideo’s Genpei, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour of the special exhibition “Takeda Hideo’s Genpei: Defying Authority.” 6 to 7 p.m.
Vernon Reid and Corey Glover: Show One, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 119 W. Ward Street, Hightstown, mancavenj.com. Living Colour members Vernon Reid and Corey Glover perform an intimate stripped-down set. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
A Beat of Our Own, McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, mccarter.org. McCarter Theatre Center presents the new stage production. 7 p.m.
Country Line Dancing, Laurita Winery, New Egypt. Laurita hosts an evening of country line dancing at the winery. lauritawinery.com. 7-11 p.m
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. Daniel Donato brings his Cosmic Country show to the Stone Pony. stoneponyonline.com. 7 p.m
Outdoor Movie Night, Hamilton Township Public Library, 1 Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. Way, Hamilton, hamiltonnjpl.org. Outdoor evening film screening. 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Jersey Boys, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, stnj.org. The Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. 7:30 p.m.
Spider & Stars, Hopewell Valley Stage, Hopewell, hopewellvalleystage.org. Allison Spann and Scott Li perform material from their album in a genre-bending concert. 7:30 p.m.
Midnight at the New Dawn, Kelsey Theatre, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, kelseytheatre.org. Maurer Productions OnStage and Maurer TheaterWorks present the world premiere of a new ensemble comedy set in a New Jersey diner on New Year’s Eve, where four couples face relationship crossroads while becoming part of a live-streaming web series. 8 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Basie Center Cinema House, Red Bank. The cinema screens the 1975 cult classic. thebasie.org. 10 p.m
Saturday, October 17
Art for Families: Calligraphy, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Family art-making program focused on calligraphy. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Special Exhibitions Tour: Basquiat, the Blue Ribbon Paintings, and the Art of Reproduction, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. One-hour guided tour explores Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Blue Ribbon Paintings and his use of reproduction and appropriation. 11 a.m. to noon
Memory Basket Workshop, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Hands-on art-making workshop centered on memory and basket making. 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Medieval Architecture at Princeton University, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour explores medieval architectural elements and influences on the Princeton campus. 2 to 3 p.m.
Collections Highlights Tour, Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton, artmuseum.princeton.edu. Guided tour highlights selected works from the museum’s collections. 3 to 4 p.m.