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Beyond the Concert Book Group: "Rough Ideas"

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2025-01-02 10:30:00 2025-01-02 12:00:00 America/New_York Beyond the Concert Book Group: "Rough Ideas" Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Thursday, January 02
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-02 10:30:00 2025-01-02 12:00:00 America/New_York Beyond the Concert Book Group: "Rough Ideas" A discussion of "Rough Ideas," a collection of essays by acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Hough and the Takács String Quartet. Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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A discussion of "Rough Ideas," a collection of essays by acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Hough and the Takács String Quartet.

"Rough Ideas: Reflections on Music and More" will also be discussed on Zoom at 7 p.m.

The discussions will culminate in a keynote Zoom event on Friday, Jan. 10, at 12:30 p.m. with Sir Stephen Hough, one of the world’s leading pianists who has won global acclaim for both his concerts and recordings. Hough is also a writer, composer and painter, and has been described by The Economist as one of “Twenty Living Polymaths.” Healing with Music Book Group participants will be automatically registered for the keynote and will have the opportunity to pre-submit questions to Hough.

Presented in partnership with Princeton University Concerts in advance of the performance on Feb. 20 featuring Sir Stephen Hough and the Takács String Quartet. 

"Rough Ideas: Reflections on Music and More" is available at the library and via Libby.

Conference Room Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Available in advance by request: assistive listening system compatible with personal T-coil-enabled devices (compatible headphones also available for use during programs)
  • If there is an accommodation that you need or would like so that you can fully enjoy library programs, please visit our Accommodations Request Form.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Groups | *Registration Required |

TAGS: | PUC |

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After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Cancelled
English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)
Fri, Dec 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Imagination Station: Open Art Studio - Build a Robot!
Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Create together at the library! This self-directed art-based program is for children in kindergarten through third grade with the assistance of an adult caregiver. The craft changes monthly.
Film: "The Wild Robot"
Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In this animated science fiction adventure, an intelligent robot, stranded on an uninhabited island, bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. PG. 1 hour, 41 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Dec 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Dec 28, 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.
Playtime Fun: Music & Movement
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Dec 30, 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, Dec 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 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.
Beyond the Concert Book Group: "Rough Ideas" - PUC at the Library
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
A discussion of "Rough Ideas," a collection of essays by acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Hough and the Takács String Quartet.
English Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Jan 02, 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 02, 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 02, 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.
Beyond the Concert Book Group: "Rough Ideas" - PUC at the Library
Thu, Jan 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
A discussion of "Rough Ideas," a collection of essays by acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Hough and the Takács String Quartet.
Register
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