Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Kids: Storytime Jeff - a special Storytime! series

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Tue, Apr 29, 3:15pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet twice monthly to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group. Sessions held on the second Tuesday and last Wednesday of the month.

Wed, Apr 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.

Wed, Apr 30, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, Apr 30, 3:15pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Google Meet

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

PSO Soundtracks: Signum Quartet presents #quartweets

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Wed, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Signum Quartet offers an interactive presentation of some of their best loved past #quartweets (short pieces) by professional and student composers and premieres a selection of new compositions.

Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

This event is full

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, May 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, May 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Neurodivergent adults looking to connect with others are invited to attend a craft session to work on creative projects brought from home.

Presentation: Taking Care - Archive Your Life

Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.

Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton University Library Special Collections staff discuss how they care for the university's collections and best practices for preserving your materials. Registration requested, not required.

Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - Advanced

Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Those with at least a basic knowledge of Final Cut Pro, or who have attended the April 24 introductory class, learn more advanced video creation and editing skills. Registration required.

Job Seekers: Navigating Your Internal Career Sabotage

Fri, May 02, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Julie Radico presents on identifying, understanding, and overcoming negative thought patterns that can impact your emotions and job search behaviors.

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Special Event: After-Hours Speakeasy - A Great Gatsby at 100 event

Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.

This event is full

Fri, May 02, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Step back in time to the Jazz Age with 1920s-era music by The Glenn Crytzer Quartet, mocktails, a photo booth and more at this after-hours event. Costumes encouraged.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, May 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Lego Robotics Workshop

Sat, May 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Hun School’s robotics team, the Raidiators, lead a workshop for grades 3 to 5. Participants will build Lego robots, code them and take part in a relay race.

Teens: Make Your Own Lightsaber Workshop

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

In this hands-on session led by the Princeton University Robotics Club, participants in grades 6 to 8 will build their own mini lightsabers using LEDs, batteries and simple circuits.

Kids & Teens: Robotics Show & Tell - with Princeton University Robotics Club

Sat, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Join the Princeton University Robotics Club for interactive robotics demonstrations.

Book Brunch: Jennifer Coburn

Sun, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses and signs copies of her recently released novel "The Girls of the Glimmer Factory." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Talk begins at 11 a.m.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Concert: Sungji Kim and Stanley Alexandrowicz

Sun, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Soprano Sungji Kim and classical guitarist Stanley Alexandrowicz present a concert of opera arias, lieder, virtuoso guitar solos and traditional Korean and Japanese songs.

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, May 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for readings in Russian followed by discussion. Intended for children in kindergarten to grade 4.

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Mon, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Library Reads

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom

Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register via CMAP for Zoom link.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, May 05, 3:15pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration required.

Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.

This event is full

Treating Challenging Behavior in Children - Modalities of Treatment and Best Practices

Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Behavior analyst Patrice Garrison presents an overview of child development and treatment modalities for parents and professionals working with children 3 to 12 years of age.

Author: Murray Carpenter with Jennie Erin Smith.

Mon, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Mon, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom

Murray Carpenter discusses his recently published book "Sweet and Deadly: How Coca-Cola Spreads Disinformation and Makes Us Sick" with Jennie Erin Smith via Zoom. Registration Required.

Tech: Introduction to Slack

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how use the communication platform, Slack, to collaborate with teams, groups and coworkers.

Tue, May 06, 3:15pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Quantum Driven NJ Presents Introduction to Amazon Braket - A Quantum Cloud Service

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Tue, May 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Zia Mohammad of AWS Quantum Computing gives an overview of Amazon’s quantum initiatives, services and customer use cases, and shares his perspectives on the quantum industry. Registration requested.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, May 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.

Movie: "The Picture Bride"

Wed, May 07, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A turn-of-the-century drama about a young Japanese woman sent to Hawaii for an arranged marriage made under false pretenses. Light refreshments will be served starting at 2:45 p.m.

Wed, May 07, 3:15pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Google Meet

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Fiction Book Group

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "The Cemetery of Untold Stories" by Julia Alvarez.

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Author: Steven Schwankert

Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.

Thu, May 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses and signs copies of his recently released book "The Six: The Untold Story of the Titanic's Chinese Survivors" and explores how they survived against all odds.

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, May 08, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1

The group discusses "Acts of Forgiveness" by Maura Cheeks. All are welcome.

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Teens: Teens Take a Stand

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.

This event is full

Fri, May 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Our Teen Advisory Board and municipal student boards TAG, GAIA, and PSB present the works they've done in the community this year. Followed by project displays.

Local Author Day: Self-Narrating Your Audiobook - Practical Advice from an Indie Author

Fri, May 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Independent mystery/thriller author Kevin G. Chapman shares experiences and practical advice for self-narrating an audiobook version of your book and conducts a live demonstration of the process.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

Local Author Day: Author Fair

Sat, May 10, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Local published authors of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry sell and sign their books, and interact with readers, on the first floor of the library.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Students in grades 6-8 are welcome to join a fun monthly discussion of books and other interests.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, May 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.

Kids: French Baby Storytime

Sun, May 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for babies and their caregivers.

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration required.

Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.

This event is full

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Author: Lorraine Atkin in Conversation With Stan Katz

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Atkin discuss her book "Mightier Than the Sword: How Three Obscure Treaties Sanctioned the Enslavement of Millions and the Exploitation of Continents for More Than 400 Years." Registration requested.

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.

Tech: Our Digital Magazine Collection

Wed, May 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This class covers the digital magazines available through the library, including The Economist, The Atlantic, Consumer Reports and Cook's Illustrated, and how to access them.

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Author: Martha A. Sandweiss - "The Girl in the Middle"

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Martha A. Sandweiss, joined in conversation by Esther Schor, presents her new book, "The Girl in the Middle: A Recovered History of the American West." Registration requested.

Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Neurodivergent adults looking to connect with others are invited to attend a craft session to work on creative projects brought from home.

Author: Noel Rubinton - A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration

Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Noel Rubinton discusses his recently pulbished "Looking for a Story: A Complete Guide to the Writings of John McPhee," at this book launch event.

Job Seekers: In Transition - Now What Do I Do?

Fri, May 16, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Marty Latman addresses the stress of being in job search and career transition. He shares strategies to change their situation and make this a productive, meaningful and positive time.

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Family Matinee: "The Land Before Time"

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.

This event is full

Film: "English Vinglish"

Fri, May 16, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

In this iconic Bollywood film, a quiet housewife endures small slights from her well-educated husband and daughter every day because of her inability to speak and understand English.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

Orphaned brontosaurus Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs and they encounter several obstacles and the predator Sharptooth.

Kids: Desi Day Saturday Storytime! - Featuring Desi Authors and Illustrators

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, May 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Special Event: Desi Day

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Lobby

A daylong celebration of "Desi" culture with a special story-time, an author panel, and a culture fair that shares South Asian culture with the community. Presented in partnership with Central Desi.

Cancelled

Chemistry for Kids

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Learn the basics of chemistry through demonstrations and hands-on experiments at these fun workshops led by Princeton University chemistry graduate students.

Teens: Mental Health Fair

Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Explore fun and easy ways to relieve stress including games, arts & crafts and more. Led by Aligned Minds.

Cancelled

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, May 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Teens: LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Mon, May 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.

Kids: Stem Lab

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Learn STEM concepts through hands-on learning experiences led by Princeton High School students.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

At this monthly book club, LGBTQIA+ teens and allies (ages 12-18) will read, discover, discuss and celebrate stories by and about LGBTQIA+ people.

Bullet Journal Club

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

This social club meets once each month to set up personalized bullet journals for the month to come. Some materials will be provided, or bring your own preferred supplies. For adults and teens 16+.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration required.

Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.

This event is full

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Author: Aly Cohen, MD

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Integrative rheumatologist Aly Cohen gives a presentation based on her recently released book "Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them."

Tech: Your Digital Bookshelf - Tech Tools for Readers

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Tue, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to get the most out of Goodreads, Bibliocommons and StoryGraph.

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly online group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.

Catherine Project Book Group

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This hybrid book group meets monthly through 2025 to examine fundamental texts in philosophy and political theory focusing upon justice. Established in partnership with the Catherine Project.

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.

Tech: Research Princeton History

Wed, May 21, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This class provides an overview of the resources available for researching Princeton history at the library.

Film: "The Joy Luck Club"

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Adapted from Amy Tan's bestselling novel of the same name, this film follows four immigrant Chinese women and their American-born daughters. Light refreshments will be served starting at 2:45 p.m.

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.

Sustainable Minds Author Talk with Charles T. Brown

Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Charles T. Brown, founder and CEO of Equitable Cities, discusses his recently published book, "Arrested Mobility: Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement."

Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, May 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

All Access Book Discussion Group - "Stories from the Tenants Downstairs"

Thu, May 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Special Collections, Firestone Library

Join us at Firestone Library to discuss "Stories From the Tenants Downstairs" by Sidik Fofana and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

PEFF Film and Q&A: "Qotzuñi: People of the Lake"

Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.

This event is full

Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This documentary short is about the Uru-Murato indigenous communities of Lake Poopó, Bolivia, as they try to survive the loss of the lake that sustained their community. Q&A with filmmakers to follow.

Kids: Take & Make

Sat, May 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area

Stop by the third floor for a take-home maker activity kit inspired by the book "Shapes, Lines, and Light" by Katie Yamasaki.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, May 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Cancelled

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, May 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library

These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.

Kids: Folktales Around the World Reading Group

Sat, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this four-session book group, children in grades 2-5 explore different cultures through folktales and cultural crafts.

Cancelled

Mon, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Tue, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.

Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories

Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, May 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.