Events Calendar in Princeton NJ

Free Second Grade Learn to Swim program

Saturday, March 25, 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

YMCA, Deer Park Path

In an effort to stop childhood drowning, The Hunterdon County YMCA is offering 2nd graders who are at the beginner level (total non-swimmer and doggie paddlers) one free session of swim lessons per school year. We ran the first session in Fall 2016. The next session (remember they can only take one), will be held during our spring I Session. The classes will be offered every afternoon Monday thru Thursday at 4 pm. Saturday at 8 am and 12 noon and Sunday at 9 am. Students may enroll on line now. The classes run from Feburary 27 through April 15.
Students register for one class (ie., Monday at 4) and attend once a week for 7 weeks. The classes are 45 minutes in length and cover water safety, basic swimming and survival skills. Children will be evaluated and given a progress report at the end of the session.

Horseback Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 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)

Ballet Princess I

Saturday, March 25, 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

The Dance Connection, 1 Jill Court, Hillsborough, NJ

The Ballet Princess program is especially designed for 3-5 year olds. This class is educational, fun and age appropriate.

Free Trial Tinkergarten Class

Saturday, March 25, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

North Branch Park, Bridgewater, NJ,

At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten Leader, Melissa Ferrao, will facilitate an expert-designed play scenario, allowing children of various ages and needs to explore, problem solve, communicate, collaborate, and create together. Parents and caregivers learn, too, as we’ll share insight into your child’s development.

This trial class is:

Designed for children ages 18 months-5 years. Child/children are accompanied by an adult. Siblings of any other age are most welcome.

Kids may get a bit messy (Hurrah!), so please send them in clothing that can get dirty.

We start the class at the specified location, but may end within a reasonable walk from that location.

KIDS COOKING SATURDAYS - ITALIAN MEATBALLS!

Saturday, March 25, 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.

This Saturday's menu: Meatballs, Polenta, Cannoli

Open House and Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 25, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Kierson Farm 107 W Woodschurch, Flemington, New Jersey 08822

Come and join us at Kierson Farm for our Open House and Easter Egg Hunt! We will have free pony rides, camp discounts, snakcs, the oportunity to sign up for a free intro lesson, and more! Make sure to join us rain or shine (we have indoor and outdoor rings and faciliteis) for some great family fun! The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 1.

Makers Day

Saturday, March 25, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hunterdon County Library North Branch

NJ Makers Day brings together do-it-yourselfers, artists, crafters, computer programmers, and robotics fans for a day of interactive, creative, inventing.

Also at the South Branch

Makers Day

Saturday, March 25, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hunterdon County Library South Branch

NJ Makers Day brings together do-it-yourselfers, artists, crafters, computer programmers, and robotics fans for a day of interactive, creative, inventing.

Also at the North Branch.

Jewelry Designers

Saturday, March 25, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

Kreative Kids Art, Hillsborough

The projects in this JEWELRY class will focus on making jewelry, jewelry storage, and displays.
Students will work to create their own and more.

Planetarium

Saturday, March 25, 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).

Free Second Grade Learn to Swim program

Saturday, March 25, 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

YMCA, Deer Park Path

In an effort to stop childhood drowning, The Hunterdon County YMCA is offering 2nd graders who are at the beginner level (total non-swimmer and doggie paddlers) one free session of swim lessons per school year. We ran the first session in Fall 2016. The next session (remember they can only take one), will be held during our spring I Session. The classes will be offered every afternoon Monday thru Thursday at 4 pm. Saturday at 8 am and 12 noon and Sunday at 9 am. Students may enroll on line now. The classes run from Feburary 27 through April 15.
Students register for one class (ie., Monday at 4) and attend once a week for 7 weeks. The classes are 45 minutes in length and cover water safety, basic swimming and survival skills. Children will be evaluated and given a progress report at the end of the session.

Paw's to Read

Saturday, March 25, 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.

Kids Dragonfly Class

Saturday, March 25, 4:00 PM

Wine and Design Hillsborough, 415 Amwell Road Unit 105 (Behind Five Guys), Hillsborough, NJ

Every child has the spark of creativity in them... let our trained artists teach them how to bring it forth in a fun and engaging party atmosphere! Doors open 30 minutes prior to start of class, and classes begin promptly as scheduled. Feel free to bring drinks and snacks... we provide cups, napkins, and plates! Reservations required. Our artists work hard to make sure every child has a great time and goes home with a painting they are proud to hang on their wall. Come out and join us, and discover the artist inside of your little ones! We look forward to painting with you!

Magic Show & Members Party

Saturday, March 25, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

The Little Gym, 133 Stryker Lane, Hillsborough, NJ

Are you ready for some serious fun time with lots of oooh’s and aahh’s? Sponsored by PunchBugKids Montgomery Twp-Hillsborough-Bridgewater NJ,

The Little Gym Magic Show & Members Party welcomes non-members ages 12 and under to join an hour long of gym fun, magic, and balloons. Eliot the Super Magic Man will be presenting a 30-minute magic show.

Unlimited Laser Tag

Saturday, March 25, 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.