Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 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.

Kids: 'Dog Man' Activities for Children's Book Week

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 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, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Celebrate National Children's Book week and the publication of the next book in Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series: "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes" with self-guided activities.

Presentation: P.O. Confidential: The Stories We Carry - What Clutter Reveals About Our Lives

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

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Registration is now closed

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Author Patricia Diesel gives a story-driven presentation based on her book "P.O. Confidential: Untold Stories from a Professional Organizer."

Getting Started with Generative AI for Small Businesses

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

This presentation will offer attendees an introduction to Generative AI and its applications for marketing, productivity, and everyday business management of small businesses.Register

Journaling Club

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Kids: 'Dog Man' Activities for Children's Book Week

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 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.

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Celebrate National Children's Book week and the publication of the next book in Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series: "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes" with self-guided activities.

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Tech: Introduction to Adobe InDesign

Thu, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn to use Adobe InDesign to create digital and print media. Registration required.

This event is full

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

This event is full

Author: Karida L. Brown - In Conversation with Laurence Ralph

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sociologist Karida L. Brown, joined in conversation by Laurence Ralph, presents her new book, "The Battle for the Black Mind." The first 50 registered participants receive a free copy of the book.

Job Seekers: The CEO of Me: Leveraging Gemini & LinkedIn

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Fri, Nov 07, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Rod Colon demonstrates how to harness the power of Gemini and LinkedIn to refine your job search strategy, analyze trends, identify networking opportunities, and optimize your profile and resume.

Kids: Stories In Motion with Princeton Ballet School

Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to jump, twirl and imagine through classic ballet stories with dancers from American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School.

This event is full

Preschool and Kindergarten Fair

Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Streamline your search for the best preschool or kindergarten for your child at this gathering of faculty and staff from local schools.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Performance: OnStage Seniors

Sun, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

OnStage Seniors presents an ensemble performance of monologues and dramatic scenes based upon stories from Central New Jersey communities.

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Take & Make - 'Alice in Wonderland' Hat Craft

Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Stop by the third floor Information Desk to pick up a kit to make an "Alice in Wonderland" hat at home while supplies last.

Kids: Storytime Jeff - A Special Storytime! series

Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Teens: LGBTQIA+ Book Club - In partnership with HiTOPS

Mon, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 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, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

At this monthly book club, LGBTQIA+ teens and allies, ages 12-18, read, discover, discuss and celebrate stories by and about LGBTQIA+ people. The first five registrants receive a copy of the book.

Cookbook Event: "Heartland Masala" - An Indian Cookbook from an American Kitchen

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Jyoti Mukharji and Auyon Mukharji are joined by Ambreen Ali of Central Desi to discuss their cookbook "Heartland Masala," which pairs 99 recipes with cultural and historical essays.

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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 is required.Register

Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

Cancelled

Tech: Beyond Cable - Morning Tech Series

Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

This class provides an overview of the pros and cons of switching from cable television to streaming services. On Zoom; register for link.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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: Dinovember!

Tue, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

We're celebrating Dinovember with pop-up activities available every Tuesday during November. (And throughout each week while supplies last.) Activities change weekly.

"Jeopardy" - Media Literacy Edition - Teens vs. Adults

Tue, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 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, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Adults and teens (ages 12+) put their media literacy to the test with a TAB-led "Jeopardy" game followed by a roundtable discussion.

Presentation: Literary Figures in Princeton

Tue, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Eve Mandel presents on Princeton's literary history and the people whose work has shaped both the local community and the broader landscape. Presented in advance of a library-led walking tour.Register

Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 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.

Princeton History Walks: Princeton’s Literary Century

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

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

The library’s local history team leads a tour highlighting the last century of Princeton’s literary achievement. Rain date is Nov. 13 at the same time.

This event is full

Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants.

Author: Anne Hand

Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

In her memoir, "Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy," Anne Hand recounts her family's untold Holocaust story. Timothy Nelson joins her for a conversation about identity and reclaiming lost roots.

Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "Colored Television" by Danzy Senna.

Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - For Beginners

Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 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.

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Thu, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This introductory class covers the basics of Final Cut Pro software to get attendees started creating and editing and professional quality videos. Registration required.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

This event is full

Family Matinee Series: "Alice in Wonderland"

Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Nov 13, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

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

The group discusses "Blacktop Wasteland" by S.A. Cosby. All are welcome.

Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:15am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This colorful animated adventure is based on the iconic Lewis Carroll story. Limited free tickets for library cardholders at the third floor Youth Services desk a week prior to screening.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Mad Science presents "Wacky Science"

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Be amazed by the wacky things you can do using the magic of science! Mad Science will teach about polymers using slime and demonstrate the zany attributes of static electricity and dry ice.

Tellabration: "With Grateful Hearts Two"

Sat, Nov 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Members of the Princeton Storytelling Circle join in the worldwide Tellabration! event with tales from around the globe focused on gratitude in advance of Thanksgiving. For all ages.

Theater in the Time of Authoritarianism - Lessons From Pakistan

Sun, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Shahid Nadeem, award-winning Pakistani playwright and director of Ajoka Theatre, is joined in conversation by Fawzia Afzal-Khan, professor of gender and sexuality studies at Princeton University.

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Nov 17, 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: Storytime Jeff - A Special Storytime! series

Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 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, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Book Discussion: "Food Rules" by Michael Pollan

Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Join a discussion led by nutritionist Beth Young and public health nurse Laurie Wilson while sampling healthy and delicious food from Jammin' Crepes as part of the annual Mayors Wellness Campaign.

Teens: Mental Health Skills Workshop - In partnership with HiTOPS

Mon, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

HiTOPS staff lead an interactive workshop to help participants manage anxiety. For ages 11-24.

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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: Dinovember!

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

We're celebrating Dinovember with pop-up activities available every Tuesday during November. (And throughout each week while supplies last.) Activities change weekly.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 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, Nov 18, 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.

Panel Discussion: Montaigne, The Man who Invented the Essay

Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Lawrence Kritzman and Julien Stout, joined by moderator Bill Hammlett, discuss the 16th-century French intellectual who gave the essay its name. Presented as part of Essay Week.

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

Catherine Project Book Group

Tue, Nov 18, 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.Register

Author Talk: Lisa Gardiner

Tue, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses her book, "Reefs of Time: What Fossils Reveal about Coral Survival" at this special event of the Princeton Environmental Film Festival.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Community members are invited to meet staff from Princeton Human Services Department and partner organizations during these "open office" hours on the third Wednesday of each month.

Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 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.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

Tech: LinkedIn for Nonprofits

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

Discover ways to leverage LinkedIn to increase your nonprofit's exposure, tell your story and develop your networking strategies. Register

Author: Fara Dabhoiwala - In Conversation with Jane Manners

Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Fara Dabhoiwala, joined in conversation by Jane Manners, presents his new book, "What is Free Speech? The History of a Dangerous Idea." Registration requested, but not required.

Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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 Help From Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thu, Nov 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.

Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 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.

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 3 - Processing Interviews and Creating Access

Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants.

Author: Jean Hanff-Korelitz

Thu, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author is joined by Amy Jo Burns to discuss her most recent release, "The Sequel," which continues the story begun in her 2021 novel "The Plot." Book signing to follow.

Job Seekers: AI for the Job Seeker, Part 2

Fri, Nov 21, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sam Velu shares advanced techniques for using AI in your job search. Part 1 of this session will be offered at Plainsboro Public Library on Nov. 14.

Teens: Take & Make - Macrame Leaf Wall Hanging

Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make an autumn-themed macrame leaf wall hanging while supplies last.

Film: "A Complete Unknown"

Fri, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This music biopic recounts the story behind the rise of Bob Dylan, one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. Refreshments served starting at 3:15 pm.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, Nov 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Kids: Paperback Pals

Sun, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Paperback Pals is a book club for kids on the autism spectrum with second-fifth grade reading levels.

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Mon, Nov 24, 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.

Mon, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Cancelled

Mon, Nov 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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: Dinovember!

Tue, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

We're celebrating Dinovember with pop-up activities available every Tuesday during November. (And throughout each week while supplies last.) Activities change weekly.

Wed, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Mon, Dec 01, 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.

Mon, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Introduction to Smart and Safe Investing

Mon, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Learn about key financial concepts, plus how to choose a financial advisor, avoid investment pitfalls, manage credit cards, and understand how FINRA supports investors.Register

Cancelled

Mon, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 02, 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: Get More Out of Gmail

Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to manage Gmail more effectively. Registration required.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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, Dec 02, 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.

Jane Austen and the Music of Her World - A Jane Austen at 250 event

Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Practitioners of Musick perform a program of music directly associated with Jane Austen and her family in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth on Dec. 16, 1775.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Dec 02, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 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.

Improv Comedy Night: From the Page to the Laugh Floor

Wed, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Journaling Club

Wed, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.

Wed, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Princeton Graduate Improv Group presents a fun, high-energy performance based on audience prompts about their favorite books.

Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - Advanced

Thu, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 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.

Thu, Dec 04, 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 November 13 introductory class, learn more advanced video creation and editing skills. Registration required.