Name: Diwali Comes To Brandywine Princeton
Start: 2026-10-17T12:00:00-04:00

Join us at Brandywine Princeton by Monarch for a colorful celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
Enjoy an afternoon filled with Indian culture, traditions, and entertainment, featuring live music, Bollywood dancing, henna art, yoga demonstrations, a vendor marketplace, and delicious traditional Indian dishes and snacks.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 
Location: Brandywine Princeton by Monarch 
155 Raymond Road, Princeton, NJ
Admission is FREE! Open to the community. No tickets required.
RSVP: <a href="tel:732-329-8888">732-329-8888</a>
Come celebrate the beauty, joy, and traditions of Diwali with us!

Local Event: Diwali Comes To Brandywine Princeton 

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Diwali Comes To Brandywine Princeton 

Join us at Brandywine Princeton by Monarch for a colorful celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights!
Enjoy an afternoon...

Morven Museum & Garden

During your lunch break, go behind-the-scenes at Morven Museum &amp; Garden with this free virtual talk by the museum’s Deputy Director &amp; Curator Elizabeth Allan, who will discuss a special collection item currently on view in the landmark exhibition Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey.

Allan will share insights on the 1797 painting Prospect, the Seat of Mr. Morgan at Princeton and its artist Maria Templeton (1775-1851), as well as the work’s recent conservation treatment. The watercolor depicts Prospect Farm, which was home to Col. George Morgan, and is currently the site of Prospect House on the Princeton University campus.&nbsp;

A Zoom link will be provided at registration.&nbsp;

Image: Prospect, the Seat of Mr. Morgan at Princeton, 1797. Maria Templeton (1775–1851). Watercolor. Morven Collection. Gift of Harriet, Carry, and Bryan Morgan Oliphant, in memory of their father, Richard H. Oliphant, 2014.

Local Event: Curator Corner: Maria Templeton’s Prospect

Curator Corner: Maria Templeton’s Prospect

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<h2>A Free Family Music Event to Celebrate Fall</h2>
Join us for the ultimate combo of crisp autumn vibes and killer tunes at our Fall Fest! Whether you’re a musician, a music enthusiast, or just someone who loves connecting with your community, this free Fall festival is your ticket to a day filled with music, fun, and all the festive fall spirit.
 Event DetailsDate:&nbsp;October 15th, 2026

Time: 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Location:&nbsp;School of Rock Princeton, 1761 Princeton Ave, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
Cost: Free and open to the public!
 Here’s What’s Waiting for You:
<ul><li>Experience electrifying live performances by our talented students</li><li>Take part in some fun and festive&nbsp;crafts and activities</li><li>Explore our state-of-the-art lesson and rehearsal spaces</li><li>Score exclusive event-only offers on lessons and seasonal music programs</li><li>Learn to re-string&nbsp;your guitar and get your instrument set up with our community partner Beta from Guitar Rescue</li><li>Connect with our passionate teachers, dedicated students, and the whole School of Rock crew</li></ul>
About School of Rock
At School of Rock Princeton, we’re all about turning music lessons into unforgettable experiences. Our performance-based approach gets students playing real songs in real bands from day one, helping them build confidence, creativity, and lifelong skills. We offer programs for all ages and skill levels - from beginners picking up an instrument for the first time to seasoned players looking to sharpen their skills. Whether it’s guitar, drums, vocals, bass, or keyboard, our passionate instructors guide every student through an inspiring journey of musical growth. School of Rock is more than just music lessons, we’re a community where students connect, perform, and rock out together.
 Have questions? Email us at princeton@schoolofrock.com or call us at&nbsp;(609) 890-7090

Local Event: Fall Fest at School of Rock Princeton

Fall Fest at School of Rock Princeton

A Free Family Music Event to Celebrate Fall
Join us for the ultimate combo of crisp autumn vibes and killer tunes at our Fall...

Join the Historical Society of Princeton and Morven Museum &amp; Garden for a free panel discussion exploring John Witherspoon’s complex legacy in Princeton. Witherspoon was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a president of Princeton University, an enslaver, and religious figure.&nbsp;

Panelists include Dr. Gordon S. Mikoski (Princeton Theological Seminary), Dr. Peter Wirzbicki (Princeton University), and Principal Jason Burr (Princeton Middle School), who will discuss Witherspoon as well as movements to challenge naming and memorials connected to him in Princeton. An audience Q&amp;A follows.&nbsp;

Tickets are free, though pre-registration is requested.

The program is a part of the Historical Society of Princeton’s 250th anniversary series, in conjunction with Morven Museum &amp; Garden's exhibition, Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey.

This event is sponsored by the Princeton Federal Credit Union.

Local Event: Witherspoon’s Legacy in Princeton: A Panel Discussion

Witherspoon’s Legacy in Princeton: A Panel...

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Witherspoon’s Legacy in Princeton: A Panel Discussion

Princeton Public Library

Thursday, October 15 at 6:30pm – PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Bassoon - PSO’s own Brad Balliett introduces the multi-faceted world of the bassoon, sharing his musical journey, favorite repertoire, and his reed making process. Q&amp;A immediately following. Presented by the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) in partnership with Princeton Public Library; sponsored by AffinIT. Princeton Public Library Community Room, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton NJ. Free and open to the public. Assistive listening devices available, as well as the ability to connect to the library’s hearing loop; Additional accommodations or services (i.e. ASL, Audio Description etc.) can be arranged with two weeks’ notice; (609) 497-0020; princetonsymphony.org.
Dates, times, artists, and programs subject to change.

Local Event: PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Bassoon

PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Bassoon

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Arts Council of Princeton

<h3>Share your story, your poetry, or your prose, based on the monthly theme!</h3>
Story &amp; Verse provides a warm and welcoming spotlight for both emerging and established artists in our Solley Theater, an intimate space in the heart of Downtown Princeton.
Join us as a performer:
<ul><li>Prepare a story, poem, or spoken word piece up to 5 minutes in length and (at least loosely) related to the theme. This month’s theme is “From Dusk Till Dawn“</li><li>Arrive by 6:45pm to add your name to the hat. No previous experience or pre-registration necessary.</li></ul>
Join our audience:
<ul><li>Take the elevator or stairs to the Solley Theater, located on the top floor of our <a href="https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/about/visit/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Paul Robeson Center for the Arts</a>.</li><li>Optional: participate from your seat with a&nbsp;Micro Story. Read the printed prompt based on the evening’s theme and respond with a super concise story (just a line or two!) that answers the question. Brass Rabbit will read your story at the mic, as time allows.</li><li>Find a seat and enjoy the performances. We kick off shortly after 7pm.</li></ul>

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Story & Verse: A Storytelling and Poetic Open Mic

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Story & Verse provides a warm and welcoming spotlight...

Christ Congregation

The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Muriel Anderson&nbsp; in an evening of dazzling performance by a harp guitarist and composer showcasing music from all over the world with grace and joy, infused with humor. Tickets online or at the door if not sold out. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets and Livestream access: <a href="https://www.princetonfolk.org." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">princetonfolk.org.</a>
Ample free parking. Additional information: <a href="https://www.princetonfolk.org," rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">princetonfolk.org,</a>
info@princetonfolk.org.

Local Event: Muriel Anderson - Princeton Folk Music Society

Muriel Anderson - Princeton Folk Music Society

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In our live, fully interactive virtual classroom & Stockton, NJ

Part 1: Elements of a Stunning Landscape Image In our live, fully interactive virtual classroom Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:00 am - 9:30 am We'll investigate using light and weather to make compelling landscape photos, identifying good light and recognizing it when we see it, Composing order from chaos to make captivating photos of intimate forest scenes and creating landscape photos that convey to the viewer the experience that moved you to take the picture in the first place. Part 2: Stockton-On-The-Delaware Photo Shoot Stockton, NJ Saturday, October 24, 2026, 6:45 am - 9:45 am Get ready for an adventure! We begin our class just before sunrise, because some of the most rewarding light is likely to occur from just before sunrise to two hours after sunrise. We'll start by identifying the conditions we are given this morning, potentially finding unique opportunities in light rain and fog, then discuss ways to maximize our likelihood of capturing striking photos, including decisions about elements of composition and exposure to make the best photos possible. As the day advances, our focus will shift from the bigger landscape to intimate details. You will leave with a stronger grasp of landscape photography and a group of unique images for your portfolio.

Local Event: Fall Along the Delaware Photography Course

Fall Along the Delaware Photography Course

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