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Publishers Summer Book Buzz
2024-06-13 11:00:00 2024-06-13 13:00:00 America/New_York Publishers Summer Book Buzz Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Thursday, June 13
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-06-13 11:00:00 2024-06-13 13:00:00 America/New_York Publishers Summer Book Buzz Publisher reps from Hachette, HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, Sourcebooks and Union Square & Co. share summer reading picks for adults. Mocktails and light refreshments will be served. Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Public Library

Community Room

Publisher reps from Hachette, HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, Sourcebooks and Union Square & Co. share summer reading picks for adults. Mocktails and light refreshments will be served.

Share one of the perks that librarians enjoy at this exclusive publishers book buzz. You'll discover titles to kick off your summer of reading and have a chance to interact with the publishers. Attendees who register on-site for our Adult Summer Reading program will be entered into a raffle to win a library bag full of books and other goodies. 

Registration is requested, but not required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Book Groups | Author Talks |

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Stop by the third floor Youth Services Dept. for a take-home maker activity while supplies last.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 18, 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.
Concert: Sō Percussion Summer Institute
Sat, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Musicians and composers present collaborative and original percussion compositions developed during the Sō Percussion Summer Institute.
Tech Help for Seniors
Mon, Jul 20, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Assistance with technology issues is provided by volunteers from AmeriCorps. Drop in at any time during the session.
Workshop: Writers Room
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Mon, Jul 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.
Tech: Microsoft Excel for Beginners Part 2
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This is the second session of a two-part course. Part 1 is July 13 at 1 p.m. Registration required.
English Conversation (Virtual)
Mon, Jul 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Summer Film Series: From Page to Screen
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This series celebrates timeless stories with screenings of book-to-film adaptations selected through library staff vote. Refreshments will be served starting at 2:45 p.m.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
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.Register
Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.
Author: Matthew Quick in Conversation with Amy Jo Burns
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses his new memoir "Dad, Love Me" with Amy Jo Burns followed by a book signing.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.
Workshop: Writers Room Online
Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:35pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly online group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.Register
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