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# 🎄 Downtown Somerville Holiday Night Out: Dinner → Live Music → Tree Lighting → Social After-Party

📅 Friday, December 5, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Downtown Somerville, NJ (Village Brewing → Division Street → Project PUB → Salted Lime Backup)
Come join us for a warm, friendly, festive holiday night out in Downtown Somerville! This is a relaxed, social-friendly event where you can meet new people, enjoy holiday magic, and make fun memories — without any pressure or awkwardness.
Come solo or bring a friend — you’ll be welcomed immediately.

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# ⭐ 1. 6:00 PM — Dinner at Village Brewing Company

We’ll start the evening with dinner at 6 PM at Village Brewing Company, one of Somerville’s most vibrant spots.
This is the perfect warm-up to:

• Meet everyone in a cozy setting
• Have easy conversations
• Settle in after work
• Get into the holiday spirit

Our hosts will greet you, introduce you around, and make sure no one feels alone.
Friendly, comfortable vibes from the start.

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# ⭐ 2. 7:00 PM — Division Street Stroll + Live Holiday Music

After dinner, we’ll walk together to Division Street, the heart of Somerville’s Holiday Jubilee.
You’ll enjoy:
🎶 Live holiday music
🎄 Festive lights
🛍️ Holiday market booths
📸 Photo ops
💬 Easy, natural conversations while we stroll
🌬️ Please dress warm!
Bring a coat, gloves, scarf — we’ll be outdoors for a bit and want you to stay cozy.

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# ⭐ 3. Special Live Performance — Sharpe Family Singers

We’ll also get to see the Sharpe Family Singers, a Broadway-rooted family group known for their viral social media videos and stunning performance on America’s Got Talent.
Their harmonies and joyful energy are a highlight of the Holiday Jubilee.

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# ⭐ 4. 7:30 PM — Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

We’ll gather together to watch Somerville’s official Tree Lighting — complete with Santa, music, and all the holiday magic on Division Street.
A beautiful shared moment and great group photo opportunity.

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# ⭐ 5. 7:45 PM — After-Party at Project PUB

After the tree lights, we’ll walk over to Project PUB, a cozy, social bar perfect for:
🍻 Craft beers
🍟 Bar snacks
🃏 Board games
🗣️ Fun conversations
✨ Warm, welcoming vibes
This is an ideal spot for singles and new friends to mingle.

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# ⭐ 6. Backup After-Party: Salted Lime

If Project PUB is full, we’ll head to Salted Lime, just a short walk away.
Salted Lime has:
🌮 A lively atmosphere
🍸 Great margaritas
🪑 Plenty of space
😄 Very social energy
Perfect as our backup location.

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# ⭐ 7. Parking Made Easy (Free Deck Behind Salted Lime!)

If you’re driving, the easiest spot is the free parking deck behind Salted Lime:
📍 128 W Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876
Parking is free, and it’s walking distance to:

• Village Brewing
• Division Street
• Project PUB
• Salted Lime

Super convenient — no street parking stress.

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# ⭐ Who Should Come

Anyone who wants:

• A fun holiday night out
• To meet new people
• A friendly, welcoming group
• A pressure-free social vibe
• Live music, lights, and festive energy
• A cozy after-party with great company

Singles welcome — but this is NOT a high-pressure dating event.
Just good vibes, friendly people, and holiday fun.

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# ⭐ What to Bring

• Warm clothing (coat, gloves, scarf)
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Money for dinner & drinks
• A friendly, open attitude
• Holiday cheer! 🎄✨

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# ⭐ Schedule Recap

6:00 PM — Dinner at Village Brewing Company
7:00 PM — Division Street stroll + live holiday music
7:30 PM — Tree Lighting Ceremony
7:45 PM — After-party at Project PUB
Backup: Salted Lime
9:30 PM — Optional late hang

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# ❤️ Come Solo — You’ll Be Welcomed Right Away

We’re a warm, respectful, and friendly community.
Our hosts will greet you, introduce you around, and make sure you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive.
Let’s enjoy an amazing night together! 🎄✨🎶

By RSVPing, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• No Liability: Neither Thryve, NJ Singles, Catholic Singles nor any organizers, volunteers, or hosts shall be liable for any harm, injury, loss, or damage incurred during or in connection with this event.
• Photography & Consent: Photos and videos may be taken during the event for marketing and community purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your image for future promotions. If you prefer not to appear in photos, please let one of the organizers know at the event.
• Email Subscription: By RSVPing, you agree to be added to our Yes We Thryve / NJ Singles email list for event updates and community news. You may unsubscribe at any time.
• Respect & Courtesy: Please be kind and respectful toward café staff, other patrons, and fellow guests. Let’s keep this space friendly, inclusive, and positive.
• Come & Go Freely: You’re welcome to arrive or leave anytime. This is a casual, no-pressure event for singles who just want to connect in real life.

# 📸✨Professional Photographers - Winter Singles Photo Walk Around Princeton University

Meet New People • Explore Princeton • Capture Stunning Winter Photos

✨ We’ll have professional photographers joining us to help you capture beautiful, natural photos—perfect for winter portraits, dating profiles, or your social media.

Join us for a 2-hour Princeton Winter Singles Photo Walk — a fun, aesthetic, low-pressure way to meet other singles while exploring one of the most photogenic towns in New Jersey.
Whether you’re into photography, modeling, content creation, or you simply want cute winter photos, this experience is built for you.
Feel free to bring single friends — the more energy, the better!

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## 🌟 What We’ll Do

We’re visiting Princeton’s most Instagrammable backdrops — perfect for portraits, lifestyle shots, and cozy winter content.

### 📍 1. Palmer Square

Brick walkways • boutique storefronts • gorgeous winter décor
Great for:

• Solo + partner photos
• Group shots
• Candid walking photos
• Lifestyle, street-style, and “content day” vibes

### 📍 2. Princeton University’s Blair Arch

Princeton’s #1 architectural photo spot — dramatic, elegant, iconic.
Great for:

• Fashion-style poses
• Editorial portraits
• Staircase photos
• Fun pairs + group photos

### 📍 Optional: Holder Hall Courtyard

Only if time allows — one of Princeton’s top courtyard aesthetics.

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## ☕ Coffee / Lunch After

We’ll finish with warm drinks or a casual lunch at a nearby café — a perfect chance to mingle, chat, and keep the connections going.

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## 💛 Who This Event Is For

• Single men & single women
• Singles in all ages
• Anyone who wants new connections in a relaxed setting
• Aspiring or experienced models or anyone who just wants to update their social media
• Photographers (hobbyist or pro)
• Content creators looking for new locations
• People who love aesthetic places and new experiences
• Anyone who likes exploring Princeton and meeting new people

This is a no-pressure, inclusive, “come as you are” event.
Everyone helps each other take great photos!

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## 🕒 Event Timing

11:00 AM – Meet at Palmer Square
11:05–11:25 AM – Group + solo photos
11:25–11:45 AM – Blair Arch posing session
11:45–11:55 AM – Optional Holder Hall
12:00–12:45 PM – Coffee/lunch + indoor photos
Total: ≈ 2 hours
Walking distance: 0.8–1 mile (easy)

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## 👗🧥 What to Wear

Winter outfits photograph beautifully!
Wear something stylish and warm.
Ideas include:

• Long coats
• Boots
• Scarves, hats, gloves
• Neutrals or bold coats
• Layered textures for depth

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## 📷 What to Bring

• Phone or camera
• Portable charger
• Gloves you can remove easily
• Your best winter look
• Confidence + a great attitude 😄

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## 🤝 The Vibe

• Friendly
• Fun
• Inclusive
• Aesthetic
• Social
• Laid-back
• Zero awkward pressure

This is the perfect way for singles to meet other singles naturally — while exploring Princeton and capturing beautiful winter content.
Bring your friends!
The more single friends you bring, the more fun (and variety of photos!).

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## ⚖️ By RSVPing, You Agree To:

Same disclaimers you provided:
No Liability:
Thryve, NJ Singles, Catholic Singles, and all hosts/volunteers are not liable for injury, harm, or loss.
Photography Consent:
Photos/videos may be taken for community + marketing use. Tell an organizer at check-in if you prefer not to appear.
Email Subscription:
You will be added to the Yes We Thryve / NJ Singles email list for event updates. Unsubscribe anytime.
Respect & Courtesy:
Please be kind, respectful, and positive toward cafés, staff, and fellow guests.
Come & Go Freely:
This is a casual, no-pressure singles event — show up and leave whenever you need.

### 🥾 Sunday Social Hike at Sourland Mountain: Maple Flats, Tributary & Devil’s Half-Acre Loop

Looking for a scenic, refreshing Sunday adventure with great company?
Join us for a moderate 5.7-mile group hike through Sourland Mountain — one of New Jersey’s most beautiful and popular hiking areas.
This route includes Maple Flats, Tributary Trail, and the iconic Devil’s Half-Acre boulder field, offering a mix of forest views, rocky terrain, and unique rock formations.
It’s the perfect way to get outside, stay active, and meet other outdoorsy people in a friendly, low-pressure setting.

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## ⭐ Hike Details

• Distance: 5.7 miles
• Elevation Gain: ~672 ft
• Estimated Time: 2.5–3 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Terrain: Rocky, uneven, technical in spots

This trail is best suited for hikers comfortable with:

• steady uphill sections
• navigating rocks/boulders
• keeping a consistent moderate pace

If you enjoy a challenge and great views, you’ll love this one.

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## ⭐ What to Expect

• A steady, conversational pace
• Rocky areas (especially at Devil’s Half-Acre)
• Beautiful forest paths + volcanic rock outcrops
• Fun group energy and time to chat
• A chance to meet new people who enjoy being active

Since it will be cold, the group will keep moving with short breaks to stay warm.

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## ⭐ Weather Note

Sunday’s forecast: ~40°F and cloudy.
Saturday rain may leave trails damp.
Please dress in:

• warm layers
• gloves + hat
• moisture-wicking base layers
• waterproof or sturdy boots

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## ⭐ What to Bring

• Water
• Snacks
• Proper hiking shoes/boots
• Optional trekking poles
• A positive attitude 😊

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## ⭐ Post-Hike Lunch (Optional)

For anyone who wants to keep the social vibes going, we’ll grab a well-earned lunch nearby.
Great way to meet people and make new friends!

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## ⭐ Logistics

• Meeting Point: Sourland Mountain Preserve parking lot (large, free lot)
• Start Time: Sunday morning — please arrive 5–10 minutes early
  We will leave on time to stay warm and maintain the group rhythm.

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## ⭐ Who This Hike Is For

• Active adults
• Anyone who enjoys meeting new people
• NJ hikers looking for a weekend trail
• People wanting a moderate challenge
• Those who love forest trails and rock features

Not recommended for beginners.

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## ⭐ Group Vibe

Friendly • active • social • inclusive • outdoorsy
Come solo or bring friends — many hikers come alone and leave with new connections.
By RSVPing, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• No Liability: Neither Thryve, NJ Singles, Catholic Singles nor any organizers, volunteers, or hosts shall be liable for any harm, injury, loss, or damage incurred during or in connection with this event.
• Photography & Consent: Photos and videos may be taken during the event for marketing and community purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your image for future promotions. If you prefer not to appear in photos, please let one of the organizers know at the event.
• Email Subscription: By RSVPing, you agree to be added to our Yes We Thryve / NJ Singles email list for event updates and community news. You may unsubscribe at any time.
• Respect & Courtesy: Please be kind and respectful toward café staff, other patrons, and fellow guests. Let’s keep this space friendly, inclusive, and positive.
• Come & Go Freely: You’re welcome to arrive or leave anytime. This is a casual, no-pressure event for singles who just want to connect in real life.