What’s Happening
What’s Happening
🎉 Prost, Hamilton! iCode Princeton Is Ready for Oktoberfest Fun 🎃🍁🤖
Oktoberfest in Hamilton Township is one of our favorite community traditions—a big fall celebration packed with family fun like pumpkin patches, hay rides, corn mazes, amusements, crafters, and vendors. It’s the perfect blend of curiosity, creativity, and community—exactly what we cultivate every day at iCode Princeton! Hamilton Township 👉 Official event page (details for 2025 are TBA): Hamilton Township Oktoberfest — check for updates here: https://www.hamiltonnj.com/411/Oktoberfest. Hamilton Township How Oktoberfest Aligns with iCode 🎯 Family-first & hands-on: Just like festival activities, our labs are all about doing—from building robots to designing games. Celebrate growth: Fall harvest vibes meet our progression-based learning model where students earn belts as they master new tech skills. Community spirit: We love showing up for local events, cheering on young makers, and building connections with Hamilton-area families. Explore iCode’s Signature Offerings 🍀⚙️💡 🟨 STEAM After-School Belt Program (progression-based learning): Game Design & Dev (Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, Construct 3) VEX Robotics teams & challenge prep Drone programming ✈️ Networks, Operating Systems & Cybersecurity 🔐 Mobile & Web App Dev (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) AI-infused learning & integrations STEAM Junior (Snap Circuits & block coding) Programming languages: Java, Python, .NET, and moreExplore belts ➜ https://icodeschool.com/princeton-nj/belts/Book a free trial ➜ https://icodeschool.com/princeton-nj/book-a-free-trial-class/ ☀️…
Pumpkin Palooza 2025 in Princeton: Hot Glass, Cool Science & Fall Family Fun 🎃🔥🧪
Why We’re Pumped for Pumpkin Palooza The Arts Council of Princeton’s Pumpkin Palooza is back on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Arts Council Parking Lot, 102 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ — and it’s free! Expect live glass-blowing demos (yes, a glass pumpkin patch 😍) and hands-on science like extracting DNA from pumpkins with Princeton University’s MBOP team. This is the perfect mash-up of art + science that screams STEAM… our love language at iCode. Arts Council of Princeton+2princetonentertain.com+2 👉 Event page: Pumpkin Palooza – Arts Council of Princeton (details, time, and map). Arts Council of Princeton👉 Eventbrite listing: Pumpkin Palooza! (Arts Council of Princeton). Eventbrite+1 🍁 What to Look For 🔥 Hot Glass Demos: Watch artists shape 2,000°F molten glass into colorful pumpkins. princetonentertain.com 🧬 Pumpkin DNA Extraction: A kid-friendly science experiment led by Princeton MBOP. princetonentertain.com+1 🧡 Community Vibes: Free, family-friendly STEAM fun right in downtown Princeton. Arts Council of Princeton 🧡 How iCode Princeton Aligns With Pumpkin Palooza Pumpkin Palooza blends creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning—exactly what we cultivate every day at iCode Princeton. From building robots to coding games to diving into AI, our learners explore just like the scientists and artists you’ll…
👻 Trunk-or-Treat at West Windsor History Museum — Free Family Fun (Oct 25, 2–4 PM)
Get your costumes ready! The Historical Society of West Windsor is hosting a free, family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2:00–4:00 PM at the West Windsor History Museum (50 Southfield Rd)—look for the big red barn. Note: the museum will not be open for tours during the event. THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WEST WINDSOR 🍬 What’s Happening 🚗 Decorated trunks from local businesses & community groups 🍭 Candy giveaways in a safe, controlled setting 🧛 Costumes encouraged for kids of all ages 🧡 Hosted by West Windsor Recreation & Parks and the Historical Society of West Windsor THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WEST WINDSOR Want to participate as a trunk?📝 Register your trunk here (businesses & groups welcome). Recreation & Parks is also accepting candy donations—email the organizers to help. THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WEST WINDSOR 🗺️ Event Details 📅 Date/Time: Sat, Oct 25, 2025 • 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 Location: West Windsor History Museum, 50 Southfield Rd, West Windsor, NJ 08550 💵 Admission: Free for the community 🏛️ Note: The museum buildings will not be open for tours during the event. THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WEST WINDSOR Tip: ⏰ Arrive a bit early—parking can get busy and the best trunk…
🍂 Celebrate Fall at the West Windsor History Museum — Free Family Festival (Oct 5)
Looking for a cozy local outing this weekend? The Historical Society of West Windsor is hosting a free, family-friendly Fall Festival on Sunday, October 5, 2025, 1:00–4:00 PM at the West Windsor History Museum, 50 Southfield Road. Please 📝 pre-register to help organizers plan supplies. 🎉 What to Expect 🏠 Schenck Farmstead Tours (mid-1700s) 🎃 Mini Pumpkin picking & decorating 🐑 Petting Zoo ✂️ Kids’ Crafts & Activities 🤝 Volunteer Info & ways to get involvedAdmission: FREE for the community! Vendors & Community Groups 🛍️ Vendors: arts/crafts tables available (small fee) 🧑🤝🧑 Community groups: table free 💛 Sponsors welcome — see the event page to sign up 💡 Why iCode Princeton Loves Events Like This Tours spark curiosity, crafts build fine-motor skills, and stories fuel creativity—all the mindsets that power tech learning. 🤖 Robotics & Engineering (VEX): build, wire, code 🎮 Game Development: turn stories into playable worlds 🖌️ Digital Arts & Design: logos, sprites, motion graphics 📍 Plan Your Visit 📅 Date/Time: Sun, Oct 5, 2025 • 1:00–4:00 PM 📌 Location: West Windsor History Museum, 50 Southfield Rd, West Windsor, NJ 08550 💵 Cost: Free admission (📝 please pre-register) Pro tip: ⏰ Arrive early for parking and to grab…
Celebrate Stories at the Mercer County Library Book Festival (Sept 27)
Mercer County families, mark your calendars! The Mercer County Library System’s Book Festival brings authors, workshops, and kid-friendly fun to the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Saturday, September 27, 2025, 10:00 AM–2:30 PM. Expect engaging talks, hands-on activities, and creativity for all ages. Mercer County Library System What’s Happening Magic & Bubble Show to kick off the day Poetry & Songwriting Workshops for budding creators Keynote by poet Alicia Ostriker Author Panel featuring regional writers Drop-in crafts & read-alouds for kids throughout the afternoon Mercer County Library System Where: Lawrence Headquarters Branch, Mercer County Library SystemWhen: Saturday, September 27, 2025 • 10:00 AM–2:30 PM Mercer County Library System Full festival info and schedule are on the library’s site. (See “Book Festival” page.) Mercer County Library System Why iCode Loves Events Like This At iCode, we’re all about building curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving—the same skills great readers and writers use. Festivals like this spark ideas kids can turn into YouTube scripts, game storylines, digital comics, and robotics challenges. When kids read, discuss, and make things, they practice the exact thinking patterns that power coding and engineering. (It’s all connected!) Festival Schedule Highlights (Family Picks) 10:00 AM: Magic & Bubble Show — a…
🚀 iCode Princeton Grand Opening: A Fresh Start at Our New Location!
🚀 We’re starting 2025 with a bang! iCode Princeton is thrilled to announce our brand-new location at 570 Lawrence Square Blvd S, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648—just two traffic lights from Costco. To celebrate this exciting move, we’re hosting a Grand Opening Event on April 12, 2025, and we’d love for YOU to join us! What’s Happening at the Grand Opening? ✂️ Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 9am We’ll kick off the day with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9am, featuring Lawrence Township Mayor Patricia Hendricks Farmer and a member of our Growth and Redevelopment Committee. 🏠 Open House from 10am Onwards After the ceremony, the Open House begins at 10am! This is your chance to: ✅ Explore our new, state-of-the-art facility. ✅ Enjoy fun hands-on activities for kids of all ages. ✅ Witness 3D printing showcasing—see the future of creativity in action! ✅ Savor refreshments and connect with our team. Why This Move Matters Our new location is more than just a bigger space—it’s a fresh start for iCode Princeton. With expanded classrooms, cutting-edge technology, and a welcoming environment, we’re ready to inspire even more young minds to explore the world of STEM. What’s in It for You? To make this day extra special, we’re offering: ✅ Free trial classes for new students to experience the magic of coding and robotics. ✅ Exclusive early-bird discount for families who enroll before April 12.…
🎮💻 Dive Into the Future at iCode Princeton: Where Ninja Warriors 🥋 Meet Gamified Learning 🎯
Looking for the ultimate way to keep your kids engaged, learning, and having fun all at once? Welcome to iCode School in Princeton, NJ, where STEM meets creativity in a whirlwind of activities that span from martial arts (yes, we're talking fighting robots!) to content creation for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and beyond. Ever wondered what it's like to swim in the world of technology? At iCode, we offer everything from Arduino, Raspberry Pi, drone programming, AI/ML, and 2D/3D design and printing, to the VEX Robotics Challenge, all designed to transform young minds into tech-savvy innovators. Your child will learn how to build circuits, fly drones, and program their way to victory, all while having a blast in our engaging, gamified learning environment. Why iCode Princeton? At iCode, we’re not just about learning; we’re about creating an experience! Our camps and after-school programs focus on engineering, mathematics, physics, and chemistry, making these subjects come alive through hands-on challenges. Think your child can conquer a Minecraft maze or code their way to victory in Roblox? We've got competitions and challenges that will test their skills in ways they've never imagined. And yes, we even do Fortnite (because who said learning can’t be…
🎉 Grand Opening of iCode School – Princeton! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of iCode School - Princeton! Our ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on July 19th, 2024, was a monumental success, graced by the presence of esteemed local leaders. We were honored to have the Mayor of West Windsor, Mr. Hemant Marathe, Council President Linda Geevers, and Council Vice-President Andrea Mandel join us for this special occasion. Their support and enthusiasm underscore the importance of fostering tech education and innovation in our community. At iCode School - Princeton, we are committed to empowering the next generation of coders, innovators, and tech leaders. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge curriculum are designed to inspire and nurture young minds from K-12, offering them the tools and knowledge to thrive in a technology-driven world. Join us on this exciting journey! Whether you're a parent looking for enriching educational opportunities for your child, a student eager to dive into the world of coding, or a community member passionate about supporting local education, iCode School - Princeton is the place for you. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming programs, workshops, and events. Together, let's build a brighter future through technology and education! Welcome to the iCode School - Princeton family!
Calling All Future Coders: iCode Summer Camps & Belt Programs Coming Soon!
Subject: Hey there, aspiring tech wizards get ready to unlock your coding potential this summer with iCode School! Our exciting summer camps and belt programs are coming soon, offering a fun and enriching way for kids to explore the world of STEAM. Stay tuned for more details! We'll be revealing all the amazing things you can expect very soon, including: Action-packed coding adventures: Choose from a variety of camp themes that pique your child's interest, like game design (Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, etc.), robotics, drone programming, 3D Design and Printing, web development, Artificial Intelligence or even YouTube production! Engaging projects that build essential skills: From problem-solving and critical thinking to creativity and collaboration, your child will develop lifelong skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. A chance to make new tech-savvy friends: iCode School fosters a fun and collaborative learning environment where kids can connect with like-minded peers and share their passion for coding. Summer camps start June 24th, 2024...! Join the fun and share the curiosity...! We can't wait to see you there! iCode School - Princeton #icodeschool #summercamps #stemlearning #codingforkids
