Name: AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Start: 2025-02-03T08:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-03T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Princeton Public Library

AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment

2025-02-03 08:30:00 2025-02-03 15:00:00 America/New_York AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Monday, February 03
8:30am - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-03 08:30:00 2025-02-03 15:00:00 America/New_York AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments are required. Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Public Library

Community Room

AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments are required.

This program is offered on Mondays from Feb. 3 to April 14 by appointment only. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (609) 924-9529, ext. 1220, or visit the Welcome Desk or 2nd floor Information Desk.

AARP offers tax assistance at other locations in addition to Princeton Public Library. For a complete list of dates, times, and locations, please visit the AARP Tax-Aide Locator.

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Civic Life | *Registration Required |

TAGS: | AARPtax |

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Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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.

Continuing Conversations on Race

Mon, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

The N.J. Division on Civil Rights present on "Combating Appraisal Bias and Discrimination in New Jersey."

English Conversation Group

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, Jan 07, 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: Introduction to Python Programming

Tue, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the basics of the Python programming language and how to get started coding. Registration required; space is limited.

This event is full

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

PSO Soundtracks: A Symphony Celebration

Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Symphony Orchestra's Edward T. Cone Music Director Rossen Milanov and Melanie Clarke mark Rossen’s 60th birthday with a look back at some of their favorite moments together on and off stage.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Jan 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Jan 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.

Film: Elvis Presley Double Feature

Wed, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Commemorate the 90th anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth with screenings of "King Creole" at noon and "Viva La Vegas" at 3 p.m. Birthday cake will be served between screenings at 2:30 p.m.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Kids: Build with Lego

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

These drop-in, non-competitive, community-based Lego sessions include building time and design sharing.

Author: Matt Katz in Conversation with Charles Stile

Wed, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Katz discusses his acclaimed podcast, “Inconceivable Truth,” with fellow journalist Charles Stile. The pod details the startling, and sometimes troubling, revelations of a search for his birth father.

Presentation: The Simple Life of James Herriot - The World’s Most Famous Veterinarian

Wed, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom

Claire Evans shares the life of Alf Wight, a country veterinarian better known as James Herriot. His works inspired the recent adaptation, “All Creatures Great and Small,” shown on PBS’ Masterpiece.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Fiction Book Group

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "Hello Beautiful" by Ann Napolitano.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Kids: STEM Lab - Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence

Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Tech: Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This hands-on session will cover many of the basic capabilities of Adobe's flagship software program. Registration required.

This event is full

Job Seekers: Hiring: The View from HR

Fri, Jan 10, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Hiring professional Joyce Heckman offers insights into how Talent Acquisition teams typically operate when hiring and provides practical tips to help you navigate the process.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Beyond the Concert Keynote with pianist Stephen Hough - "Rough Ideas: Reflections on Music and More"

Fri, Jan 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Pianist and writer Stephen Hough discusses his collection of essays, "Rough Ideas" in advance of the performance on Feb. 20 featuring Hough and the Takács String Quartet.

Teens: A Cappella Night

Fri, Jan 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Vocal groups from Princeton's four high schools perform at this teens-only event.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Jan 11, 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.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Jan 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Lisa Gardner in Conversation with Amy Jo Burns - A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration

Sun, Jan 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Author Lisa Gardner is joined by Amy Jo Burns to discuss her latest novel "Still See You Everywhere" at this ticketed Book Brunch event. Registration is required and includes a copy of the book.

Bad Kitty Birthday Bash with Nick Bruel

Sun, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The library and jaZams host a party for Bad Kitty's 20th birthday with crafts, games, cake and an appearance by Bad Kitty. Nick Bruel, creator of “Bad Kitty,” will also join the fun.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Mon, Jan 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.

Feminist Book Discussion Group

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

This group explores intersectional feminism through readings and discussion of five timely topics: Creation, Care, Computation, Climate and Community. Presented in partnership with YWCA Princeton.

Bullet Journal Club

Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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+.

English Conversation Group

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference 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.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Writers Circle - for middle school students

Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

In this six-week workshop, aspiring writers in fifth to eighth grade will take part in creative exercises inspired by popular middle grade novels.

This event is full

Panel Discussion: Sustainable Creativity - Inspiring Change Through Eco-Conscious Art

Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A panel of Princeton-area artists will explore how they ensure their creative processes are eco-friendly and aligned with sustainable practices. Their art will be on display and refreshments served.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Jan 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Jan 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.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Jan 15, 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: Using the Apple Watch

Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn to set up and use your Apple Watch to its best advantage. Registration is required.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Beyond Words: An Evening with Brooke Shields

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Richardson Auditorium

The generational icon and Princeton University alum discusses her new book, “Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman,” in conversation with author Idra Novey.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Kids: STEM Lab - Chemical Reactions

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Film and Panel Discussion: "Majority Rules"

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library

A screening of "Majority Rules" is followed by a discussion with Senator Andrew Zwicker and Sam Wang.

Tech: Advanced Adobe Photoshop

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This two-hour, hands-on session covers the more advanced features of Adobe Photoshop. Registration required.

This event is full

Job Seekers: Using Stress to Your Advantage

Fri, Jan 17, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

PSG committee member Cathy Kreyche provides strategies to use the stress of job loss or career change to your advantage by taking action to change both your attitude and your circumstances.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Jan 17, 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: Take & Make (Photo Magnets)

Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center for a photo magnet kit while supplies last. Kits contain supplies and instructions for creating this maker craft at home.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Jan 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.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Jan 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Chemistry for Kids

Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Music: Open Acoustic Jam

Sun, Jan 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library

At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator, tambourine or your voice to join the fun.

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, Jan 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

English Conversation Group

Mon, Jan 20, 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.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Jan 21, 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: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Jan 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: Microsoft Excel for Beginners Part 1

Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Become familiar with Microsoft Excel for Mac in this two-part course. Registration required.

This event is full

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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.

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Jan 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Jan 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.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Jan 22, 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 Series: Oscar-Winners through the Decades

Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Best Picture winners from the '30s through the '80s are screened weekly in advance of the 97th Academy Awards on March 2.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Open Art Studio

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

This self-directed art-based program is for children in kindergarten through third grade with an adult. The art activity changes monthly.

Friends and Foundation: An Evening with Dr Aditi Nerurkar - "The 5 Resets"

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Off-Site

Harvard physician Aditi Nerurkar discusses the actionable lifestyle changes to overcome stress and burnout included in her debut book, “The 5 Resets” at this fundraising event. Register for tickets.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

English Conversation Group

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Items that are part of our Library of Things will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.

Kids: STEM Lab - Engineering Satellites with Origami

Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Panel: "Latinas/os in New Jersey"

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Editors Ulla Berg and Aldo Lauria Santiago join a panel discussion presenting "Latinas/os in New Jersey: Histories, Communities and Cultures," their new collection of essays.

Job Seekers: Leveraging Gemini AI & LinkedIn for Job Search

Fri, Jan 24, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Rod Colon presents on tools to help you identify industry trends and target companies, connect and network, optimize applications and prepare for interviews.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Jan 24, 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 Adventures of Milo and Otis"

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

A curious kitten and his cautious pug best friend embark on an epic journey from their small farm through the lush Japanese countryside. 1 hour, 16 minutes.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Jan 25, 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.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Jan 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Workshop: Introduction to Fencing

Sat, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Learn the basics of fencing with Olympian Abdoulaye Thiam through demonstrations and interactive participation followed by a Q&A. See full description for registration details.

Concert: Jersey Transit

Sun, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A cappella ensemble Jersey Transit performs a repertoire of songs including jazz standards, reggae, R&B and today’s pop.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Mon, Jan 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.

Kids: Dog Man Hero Party

Mon, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Celebrate your favorite half man-half dog character at a Dog Man Hero Party! For kids 5 and up with a caregiver.

English Conversation Group

Mon, Jan 27, 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.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Jan 28, 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: Farm Friends

Tue, Jan 28, 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

Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This is the second session of a two-part course. Registration required.

This event is full

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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.

Writers Circle - for middle school students

Tue, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

In this six-week workshop, aspiring writers in fifth to eighth grade will take part in creative exercises inspired by popular middle grade novels.

This event is full

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Tech: Internet Security for Seniors Part 1 - Morning Tech Series

Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Virtual - Zoom

An overview of staying safe online will be provided by Bloomberg's Women in Technology. Topics include password security and scam prevention. Register for Zoom link.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Jan 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.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Jan 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.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Jan 29, 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 Series: Oscar-Winners through the Decades

Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Best Picture winners from the '30s through the '80s are screened weekly in advance of the 97th Academy Awards on March 2.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

An Evening with Neko Case at the Berlind Theatre - In collaboration with McCarter and Labyrinth Books

Wed, Jan 29, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Off-Site

Singer-songwriter Neko Case discusses her memoir "The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You" with Princeton University's A.M. Homes at the Berlind Theatre. Ticket includes a signed copy of the book.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Jan 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Jan 30, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Jan 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.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Jan 30, 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.

Kids: STEM Lab - Catapult Challenge

Thu, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Panel: History and Restorative Justice in Princeton

Thu, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Panelists discuss Princeton institutions, which have researched their histories of involvement with slavery, discrimination or institutionalized racism and developed strategic responses.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Sat, Feb 01, All day

Third floor of the library

This annual event encourages families across the country to take their children to visit their local library.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Feb 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Feb 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Science Saturdays

Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade.

Registration opens Saturday, January 18 2025 at 9:00am

Authors Peter R. Grant and B. Rosemary Grant - A Library and Labyrinth event

Sun, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library

The Princeton University evolutionary ecology husband and wife team, renowned for the work with Darwin's finches in the Galápagos archipelago, each discuss their recently released memoirs.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment

Mon, Feb 03, 8:30am - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments are required.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Mon, Feb 03, 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.

English Conversation Group

Mon, Feb 03, 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.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Feb 04, 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: Music & Movement

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Feb 04, 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.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Tech: Internet Security for Seniors Part 2

Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Bloomberg's Women in Technology provide in-person support on devices and answer questions about Internet security at this drop-in session. No appointment needed.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Feb 05, 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.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Feb 05, 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 Series: Oscar-Winners through the Decades

Wed, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Best Picture winners from the '30s through the '80s are screened weekly in advance of the 97th Academy Awards on March 2.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

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Tue, Jan 07	9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Jan 10	9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 11	9:00AM to 6:00PM
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AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment

Monday, February 038:30am - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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