Events Calendar in Princeton NJ

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Sunday, April 23, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Planetarium

Sunday, April 23, 12:00 PM

New Jersey State Museum

Soar through the skies in the Museum’s spacious Planetarium, featuring precision projection of more than 6000 stars. The largest planetarium facility in New Jersey features a Full Dome Video giving visitors the sensation of zooming through the Solar System and beyond. Four shows are featured: 12:00 pm - One World, One Sky (ages 3-6 with adults); 1:00pm Magic Tree House: Space Mission (Preschool and up); 2:00pm - Lasser Kid Power (general audiences); 3:00 pm - Dream to Discovery (general audiences).

Mommy and Me

Monday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Haytown Nursery School,

***Starting in January, our Mommy and Me class transitions to a drop-off program for 2.5 - 3 year olds and we still have spaces available.***

The program provides children with the opportunity to first experience school with their mom or dad or other caring adult. Within a flexible and gentle routine, a variety of experiences are available to each child: age appropriate academics, imaginary play, block building, crafts, circle time, music and movement, playground activities, and story time. Language development and socialization are also components of the experience. This program provides an excellent segue to the Terrific 2’s and 3’s class as the children now have confidence in themselves in a school environment.

Visit the Princeton Baby Lab!

Monday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Peretsman Scully Hall, Princeton University

Come visit Princeton University’s Baby Lab! We are looking for families with children from 0 to 7 years old to participate in our studies. We study how babies and young children learn to talk, see, and understand the world! Our studies are designed to be both short and fun for your child. Study participation means a one-time visit to the Baby Lab, scheduled at a time convenient for you. Contact us for weekend and evening availability. Located right on Princeton’s campus, we offer free parking, childcare, and compensation for your much appreciated time! All children receive a thank you gift for helping our researchers!

Princeton Playspace Open Play

Monday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Come play at Princeton Playspace’s state-of-the art indoor playground – the best in Central New Jersey! It’s 5,000 square feet of fun for children and adults! We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and friendliness! Princeton Playsapce was designed to support your child’s development every step of the way. We have activities ranging from active play to pretend play in order to keep your children entertained all day.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Monday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Monday Morning Storytime

Monday, April 24, 10:00 AM

Barnes and Noble, Somerville Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ

Please join us on our children's stage every Monday morning for our Storytime. Enjoy new and classic stories by favorite children's authors and illustrators. Participate in crafts and activities. All are welcome.

Storybook Scribblers

Monday, April 24, 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Kreative Kids Art, Hillsborough

The projects in this MIXED MEDIA art class will be based on popular children's literature.
Students will enjoy listening to the stories and creating art based on the story.

Teen Art Makers

Monday, April 24, 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM

Kreative Kids Art, Hillsborough

The projects in this DRAWING & PAINTING class will be based on teen inspired themes.

Mom’s Morning Out

Tuesday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Blawenburg Village School 424 Route 518, Blawenburg, NJ

Activities include arts and crafts, dramatics and pretend play, stories, music, snack and outdoor activities. Children ages 2-5 are welcome to join us.

Visit the Princeton Baby Lab!

Tuesday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Peretsman Scully Hall, Princeton University

Come visit Princeton University’s Baby Lab! We are looking for families with children from 0 to 7 years old to participate in our studies. We study how babies and young children learn to talk, see, and understand the world! Our studies are designed to be both short and fun for your child. Study participation means a one-time visit to the Baby Lab, scheduled at a time convenient for you. Contact us for weekend and evening availability. Located right on Princeton’s campus, we offer free parking, childcare, and compensation for your much appreciated time! All children receive a thank you gift for helping our researchers!

Princeton Playspace Open Play

Tuesday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Come play at Princeton Playspace’s state-of-the art indoor playground – the best in Central New Jersey! It’s 5,000 square feet of fun for children and adults! We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and friendliness! Princeton Playsapce was designed to support your child’s development every step of the way. We have activities ranging from active play to pretend play in order to keep your children entertained all day.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Tuesday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Parent & Child 10 - 19 months

Tuesday, April 25, 9:15 AM

The Little Gym, 133 Stryker Lane, Hillsborough, NJ

It’s never too early for your little one to start learning and have some Serious Fun. From infant to toddler, our Parent and Child classes in Hillsborough promote early development and provide a strong foundation for your childʼs critical first three years. And since you’re along for the ride, you’ll be right there to celebrate every discovery with smiles, hugs and the occasional adult-sized giggle.

Storytime 2-3 1⁄2 year olds

Tuesday, April 25, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, New Jersey 08809

Join us for storytime.

Storytime 3-5 year olds

Tuesday, April 25, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS 314 Route 12, Flemington, NJ 08822

Join us for storytime.

Storytime 3 - 5 year olds

Tuesday, April 25, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, New Jersey 08809

Join us for storytime.

New Seedlings Class

Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Blawenburg Village School 424 Route 518, Blawenburg, NJ

An introduction to preschool for ages 2 - 3 Years.

Music, Movement, Art, Play, and Tons of Hands-on FUN!

Visit the Princeton Baby Lab!

Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Peretsman Scully Hall, Princeton University

Come visit Princeton University’s Baby Lab! We are looking for families with children from 0 to 7 years old to participate in our studies. We study how babies and young children learn to talk, see, and understand the world! Our studies are designed to be both short and fun for your child. Study participation means a one-time visit to the Baby Lab, scheduled at a time convenient for you. Contact us for weekend and evening availability. Located right on Princeton’s campus, we offer free parking, childcare, and compensation for your much appreciated time! All children receive a thank you gift for helping our researchers!

Princeton Playspace Open Play

Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Come play at Princeton Playspace’s state-of-the art indoor playground – the best in Central New Jersey! It’s 5,000 square feet of fun for children and adults! We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and friendliness! Princeton Playsapce was designed to support your child’s development every step of the way. We have activities ranging from active play to pretend play in order to keep your children entertained all day.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Storytime Drop In

Wednesday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, New Jersey 08809

Join us for storytime. 10-10:30 am or 11:00-11:30 am

Storytime 2-3 1⁄2 year olds

Wednesday, April 26, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY HEADQUARTERS 314 Route 12, Flemington, NJ 08822

Join us for storytime.

Storytime Drop In

Wednesday, April 26, 11:00 AM - 10:30 AM

HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY 65 Halstead Street, Clinton, New Jersey 08809

Join us for storytime. 10-10:30 am or 11:00-11:30 am

Mom’s Morning Out

Thursday, April 27, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Blawenburg Village School 424 Route 518, Blawenburg, NJ

Activities include arts and crafts, dramatics and pretend play, stories, music, snack and outdoor activities. Children ages 2-5 are welcome to join us.

Visit the Princeton Baby Lab!

Thursday, April 27, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Peretsman Scully Hall, Princeton University

Come visit Princeton University’s Baby Lab! We are looking for families with children from 0 to 7 years old to participate in our studies. We study how babies and young children learn to talk, see, and understand the world! Our studies are designed to be both short and fun for your child. Study participation means a one-time visit to the Baby Lab, scheduled at a time convenient for you. Contact us for weekend and evening availability. Located right on Princeton’s campus, we offer free parking, childcare, and compensation for your much appreciated time! All children receive a thank you gift for helping our researchers!

Princeton Playspace Open Play

Thursday, April 27, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Come play at Princeton Playspace’s state-of-the art indoor playground – the best in Central New Jersey! It’s 5,000 square feet of fun for children and adults! We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and friendliness! Princeton Playsapce was designed to support your child’s development every step of the way. We have activities ranging from active play to pretend play in order to keep your children entertained all day.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Thursday, April 27, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Storytime & Yoga

Thursday, April 27, 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Our mission is to provide a fun and positive experience that encourages the love of language and reading in all its forms. Crafts, yoga, movement, singing, dance, and puppetry will be incorporated into our storytime to expose them to the various layers literature. There will always be a language-based game at the end of each storytime to review concepts learned during a book. It's a great way to practice paying attention, following directions, developing pre-reading skills, and socializing. We believe that is it is never too early to read to your children, so join us for some stories at Princeton Playspace! Included in paid admission.

Parent & Child Classes

Thursday, April 27, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Blawenburg Village School 424 Route 518, Blawenburg, NJ

10 week series with hands-on exploration for tiny tots. Designed for parents to experience the joy of learning alongside their little ones, ages 2 and under.

Wednesdays 9:30 to 10:30 AM

Each class session includes music, stories, play and social interactions. New 10-week series begins March 2, 2017.

Storytime 2 - 5 year olds

Thursday, April 27, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

SOUTH COUNTY BRANCH OF THE HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY 1432 Route 179, Unit B1, West Amwell Township, New Jersey

Join us for storytime.

Little Comets

Thursday, April 27, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Gymnastics Unlimited

Ages 12-17 Mos.~ With the weather so chilly, this is a great opportunity for you and your child to see what gymnastics is all about!

This 30-minute class is a parent participation class where your child will develop balance, hand-eye coordination, awareness, and strength. All gymnastics equipment is used in this course. This is a FREE class.

PreTeens Yoga

Thursday, April 27, 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM

FreedOm Yoga Studio,

Preteens will be guided through a creative exploration of yoga to discover the calm, relaxed and powerful place they hold within.

Visit the Princeton Baby Lab!

Friday, April 28, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Peretsman Scully Hall, Princeton University

Come visit Princeton University’s Baby Lab! We are looking for families with children from 0 to 7 years old to participate in our studies. We study how babies and young children learn to talk, see, and understand the world! Our studies are designed to be both short and fun for your child. Study participation means a one-time visit to the Baby Lab, scheduled at a time convenient for you. Contact us for weekend and evening availability. Located right on Princeton’s campus, we offer free parking, childcare, and compensation for your much appreciated time! All children receive a thank you gift for helping our researchers!

Princeton Playspace Open Play

Friday, April 28, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Princeton Playspace, 745 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ

Come play at Princeton Playspace’s state-of-the art indoor playground – the best in Central New Jersey! It’s 5,000 square feet of fun for children and adults! We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and friendliness! Princeton Playsapce was designed to support your child’s development every step of the way. We have activities ranging from active play to pretend play in order to keep your children entertained all day.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Friday, April 28, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Storytime

Friday, April 28, 9:30 AM

Haytown Nursery School

All children and their adult companions are invited to a weekly Story Hour at Haytown Nursery School. Join us for books, playtime, music, dancing & more!

No storytime on December 23rd, 30th. April 14th or 21st.

Storytime with Lolly

Friday, April 28, 10:00 AM

Lovin' Oven 62A Trenton Ave. Frenchtown, NJ 08825

Join us for storytime with Lolly!

Parent & Child

Friday, April 28, 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Gymnastics Unlimited

Beginning toddlers between 12 to 36 months and their parent

These parent participation classes introduce beginning tumbling and agility skills. A child will develop balance, hand-eye coordination, kinesthetic awareness and strength to help your child’s overall development. Our fun setting gives you the chance to interact with your child and become part of their success.

Parents' Survival Night Out

Friday, April 28, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Little Gym, 133 Stryker Lane, Hillsborough, NJ

Parents' Survival Night Yo Ho Ho Pirates

Crazy fun such as pirate adventures, pirate ship building, treasure hunt, and crazy hair styling and coloring will all happen in three hours of fun, pizza, snacks, and drinks. . Nothing can beat the fun at The Little Gym! Yo Ho Ho!

Please Note: This is a drop-off event, but parents are welcome to join in on the last fifteen minutes of pirate ship building using LEGO/DUPLO.

Kids Night Out

Friday, April 28, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Hillsborough YMCA

Kids will enjoy 30 minutes of swim time, a craft and game time, movie, and raffle prizes. Pizza and popcorn are provided. Kids ages 2 years to 11 years (must be potty-trained).

Unlimited Laser Tag

Friday, April 28, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

BonkerZ Fun Center

Come to Bonkerz for laser tag!

Arcade and Rock Climbing also available. Call ahead for Open Play times and rates.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 29, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Acres Away LLC 926 County Rd 579 Flemington, NJ

The entire month of March and April, daily!
*Adults will enjoy a grown-up easter egg hunt during a one hour guided trail ride (15 minutes of instruction in our riding ring first to boost confidence) where you can hunt for easter eggs filled with chocolate and mini bottles of alcohol while meandering through the woods. Don't worry you won't have to get off your horse - the eggs and bottles will be hanging on trees within your grasp!
*Children OF ALL AGES will have a blast on a 15 minute hand-led ride on one of our safe horses/ponies through our woods for their chance to spot easter eggs hidden all through the woods! Their eggs contain chocolate, candy, and little toys. Parents can ride along with their children at the same price as them or walk with them (Depending on age, a parent may be required to walk alongside their child)

Kid's Cooking Saturdays!

Saturday, April 29, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

67 Pleasant Valley Road, Titusville, NJ 08560

Join us for Kids Cooking! Classes include knife skills and world cuisines including dishes from Mexico, Italy, Mediterranean and Indian.

Classes are taught by Lori DiFinis or Shelley Wiseman.

Proper technique to cook risotto, Lemon chicken, and flourless chocolate cake are on the menu this week! Menu based on season's freshest ingredients.

The Wonderful Things You Will Be Storytime

Saturday, April 29, 11:00 AM

Barnes and Noble, Somerville Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ

From brave and bold to creative and clever, this rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children. With beautiful, and sometimes humorous, illustrations, The Wonderful Things You Will Be is a book grown-ups will love reading over and over to kids. Activities to follow.

Laurie Berkner Relaxed Performance

Saturday, April 29, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place

This performance has been adapted to provide a relaxed and safe environment for individuals with autism, learning differences, or other sensory and communication needs so that they and their families may enjoy live performances together. Recognized as “the queen of children’s music," Laurie Berkner has been a longtime fixture of children’s TV shows, starting with Noggin (now Nick Jr.) and Jack’s Big Music Show and currently to Sing it, Laurie! on the Sprout channel. Special for this Relaxed Performance, Laurie Berkner will perform a solo acoustic set.

Planetarium

Saturday, April 29, 12:00 PM

New Jersey State Museum

Soar through the skies in the Museum’s spacious Planetarium, featuring precision projection of more than 6000 stars. The largest planetarium facility in New Jersey features a Full Dome Video giving visitors the sensation of zooming through the Solar System and beyond. Four shows are featured: 12:00 pm - One World, One Sky (ages 3-6 with adults); 1:00pm Magic Tree House: Space Mission (Preschool and up); 2:00pm - Lasser Kid Power (general audiences); 3:00 pm - Dream to Discovery (general audiences).

Paw's to Read

Saturday, April 29, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tabby's Place - 1100 US-202, Ringoes, NJ 08551

Join us weekly for Paw's to Read at Tabby's Place in Ringoes, NJ. Hosted by a 2nd grade teacher and open to ages 6-10.

Shad Fest

Saturday, April 29, 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Lambertville

Saturday April 29th and Sunday April 30th from 12: 30 pm to 5:30 pm. Rain or Shine!

Each year the festival highlights our region’s arts community, the City of Lambertville, the Delaware River, and of course, our favorite fish, the Shad! The Shad Festival has evolved from a local art show into a nationally recognized award-winning event. Shad Fest features the area’s finest artists and crafters, great food and family entertainment, but the two-day extravaganza also serves as a venue for local non-profit organizations to raise necessary operating funds.

Get your O’Fish’l Shad Fest T Shirt! Come to the centrally located Chamber table and pick up your O’fish’l Shad Fest T-Shirt designed by a local artist Jake Stephens.

Artists and Crafters: 80 of the region’s finest artists and crafters featuring everything – jewelry, ceramics, furniture, apparel, accessories, home décor and more!

Laurie Berkner Band

Saturday, April 29, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place

The Pied Piper of Pre-Schoolers, Laurie Berkner, has been a longtime fixture of children’s TV shows, starting with Noggin (now Nick Jr.) and Jack’s Big Music Show and currently Sing it, Laurie! on the Sprout channel. Her original songs, DVDs, music videos, and books have left no doubt that she is the uncrowned queen of children’s music. What sets her apart? Her music speaks to kids without talking down to them, charming youngsters as well as grown-ups. A Princeton native, Laurie will be joined by her longtime collaborators Adam Bernstein, Susie Lampert and Bob Golden, in old and new hits, including songs from her latest digital CD Love.

Unlimited Laser Tag

Saturday, April 29, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

BonkerZ Fun Center

Come to Bonkerz for laser tag!

Arcade and Rock Climbing also available. Call ahead for Open Play times and rates.