English Conversation

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.

Author: Karen Russell and Jericho Brown - The Althea Ward Clark Reading Series

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Karen Russell, author of "Swamplandia!" and Jericho Brown, poet and author of "The Tradition," read from their works and interact with the audience at Labyrinth Books.

Grow Your Small Business with NJEDA Grants and Loans

Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Kathy Guzman from the Small Business Team at the NJ Economic Development Authority shares information about grant and loan programs for small businesses, nonprofits, and community partners.

Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 01, 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

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Author: Cass R. Sunstein

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New venue Virtual - Zoom Webinar

The author presents his forthcoming title, "On Liberalism." Registration required for the Zoom webinar.

Journaling Club

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Princeton Health Department: Preventative Health Awareness

Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

The Princeton Health Department shares information about local preventative health and well-being resources, distributes educational materials and answers questions.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Cancelled

Tech: Using Genealogy Databases

Thu, Oct 02, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library

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, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn about the library's genealogy databases: Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest, Fold3 Library Edition and, our newest addition, FamilySearch.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Author: Patricia Smith

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Poet Patricia Smith presents her new collection, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems."

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Job Seekers: Harnessing AI for a SmarterJob Searches

Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 03, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Lynn Williams, executive director of the Great Careers Network, shares AI platforms and software to optimize your job search, identify opportunities and tailor your resume and cover letters.

Teens: Taylor Swift Album Release Party

Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Jam out to Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" with crafts, giveaways, and prizes.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Music: Unruly Sounds Festival

Sat, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

An afternoon of original music by local composers showcasing local bands and musicians and featuring rising talents in the Princeton University graduate composition program.

Author: Mariah Fredericks - A Book Brunch Event

Sun, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author talks about her new novel, "The Girl in the Green Dress," a historical mystery based on the real story of the unsolved deaths of Joseph Elwell and New Yorker writer Morris Markey,

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Readings in Russian are followed by discussion. For children in grades K-4 who are proficient in Russian.

Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary Party

Sun, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Celebrate 25 years of "Gilmore Girls" with a screening of the pilot episode, themed snacks, a trivia contest with prizes, and a take-home craft. Open to fans of all ages.

Mon, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Library Reads

Mon, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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.

Influenza Vaccine Clinic

Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Influenza vaccine will be administered to both insured and uninsured Princeton residents age 3 and older. The vaccine is free for uninsured individuals. Information required for those with insurance.

Mon, Oct 06, 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.

Discussion: Paul Nadal on Bienvenido N. Santos

Mon, Oct 06, 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.

Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Professor Paul Nadal leads a discussion of the celebrated author's short story "Scent of Apples" in observance of Filipino American History Month. Registration required.

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

Virtual

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

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

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 1 - Designing the Project

Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. This hybrid workshop is for beginners and experienced participants.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

Lecture: Understanding ADHD: Community Information Session

Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Dr. Eric Deibler (The Center for Emotional Health) shares information and resources about ADHD. Presented by NJCTS in recognition of ADHD Awareness Month.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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

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

Virtual

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

Voter Registration

Thu, Oct 09, 9:00am - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library

The YWCA of Princeton assists with voter registration and provides electoral resources in the main lobby.

Thu, Oct 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.

Fiction Book Group

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

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "The Safekeep" by Yael van der Wouden.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Teens: LGBTQIA+ Book Club - In partnership with HiTOPS

Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story 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.

Tech: Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Thu, Oct 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.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 7:15pm - 8:35pm

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

The group discusses "Wilmington's Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1896 and the Rise of White Supremacy" by David Zucchino. All are welcome.

Fri, Oct 10, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Talk: Sarah Prager on Queer History - In partnership with HiTOPS

Fri, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Author, historian and advocate Sarah Prager shares little-known stories from queer history and why they matter in celebration of Banned Books Week and LGBTQ+ History Month.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sat, Oct 11, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 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.

Cancelled

Teens: Go Between Club

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

Princeton Public Library

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

"Dragon Masters" Party with Tracey West

Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area,CoLab Space,Teen Center

The author shares her latest book series, "Dragon Hill: Ember the Fire Dragon" at a "Dragon Masters" party featuring crafts and games.

Cancelled

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

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

Princeton Public Library

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

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sun, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Storytime Jeff - A Special Storytime! series

Mon, Oct 13, 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.

Princeton History Walks: Tigers of Princeton

Mon, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Library staff lead a walk highlighting the history of some of the notable tigers that can be found on Princeton's campus. Meet in the lobby, and the walk will depart at 12:30 p.m. Rain date Oct. 15.

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

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

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

Virtual

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

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

Cancelled

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

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

Princeton Public Library

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

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Tue, Oct 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.

Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. This hybrid workshop is for beginners and experienced participants.

From Family to Fiction: Unearthing Historical Narratives

Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Author Lindsay Marie Morris shares how family history can inspire compelling historical fiction and shares techniques for weaving research and archival exploration into broader historical contexts.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

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, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Cancelled

Presentation and Panel: The New Jersey Quantum Ecosystem

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

Virtual

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

Wed, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Representatives of Nokia Bell Labs and Quantum Computing discuss their quantum activities followed by a panel discussion about the opportunity to grow the New Jersey quantum ecosystem.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

5th Annual Munsee Language and History Symposium - Reconnecting with Lunaape Land, Language and History

Thu, Oct 16, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The symposium begins with a day at Princeton Public Library focusing on “Lunaape Books” and “Local Histories." Registration required for in person and virtual attendance.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Tech Help From Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 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.

Kids: Open Art Studio

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come create together at the library! This self-directed art-based program is for children in kindergarten through third grade with an adult caregiver. The art activity changes monthly.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Job Seekers: How to Get a Job

Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 17, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sara Madera shares systems and tools she's developed to make resume development, messaging, networking, and interviewing easier and more effective at all stages of your career.

Film: Vincent and Theo - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Robert Altman's biopic feature film depicting the story of Vincent van Gogh and his relationship with his brother Theodore, who helped support Vincent, is screened. '

Beyond Words: An Evening with Mary Roach - Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library

Fri, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Off-Site - Nassau Presbyterian Church

The New York Times best-selling author discusses her new book, "Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy," at a VIP reception and author talk at Nassau Presbyterian Church. Tickets are limited.

Kids: Color the Past for International Archeology Day

Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

All are invited to color drawings of monuments and artifacts drafted by archaeologist and Princeton professor Howard Crosby Butler (1872-1922).

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Rescheduled

Kids: Japanese Storytime

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

New date Saturday, October 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Film: "35,000 Watts" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A screening of the documentary exploring community radio pioneers, the culture of college radio and its impact on music history and culture. Panel discussion with WPRB and The Bronc to follow.

Film: "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library

A screening of the documentary about the life of poet, Nikki Giovanni and the revolutionary historical periods through which she lived.

Special Event: No River Twice - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The group of poets, No River Twice, develops an interactive community performance in response to the screening of "Going to Mars: the Nikki Giovanni Project."

Kids: German Storytime

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Film: "Quartet" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A screening of the British musical comedy, based on the play "Quartet" by Ronald Harwood and directed by Dustin Hoffman, is followed by a discussion. PG-13. 1 hour, 38 minutes.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Oct 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: Take & Make - Garland inspired by 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'

Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Stop by the third floor Youth Services Dept. for a take-home maker activity while supplies last.

Kids: Storytime Jeff - A Special Storytime! series

Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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.

Author Talk: Christopher Eisgruber

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber discusses his book, "Terms of Respect: How Colleges Get Free Speech Right," at this in-person and livestreamed event. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

Cancelled

Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Tue, Oct 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.

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

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

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. This hybrid workshop is for beginners and experienced participants.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 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, Oct 21, 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.

Catherine Project Book Group

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

Author: Rhacel Salazar Parreñas - In Conversation with Martina Vandenberg

Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Rhacel Salazar Parreñas, in conversation with Martina Vandenberg, presents her book "The Trafficker Next Door: How Household Employers Exploit Domestic Workers." Registration requested, not required.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Items that are part of our Library of Things, including our new Story Collecting Kits will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.

Cancelled

Kids: Astronomy Academy - Unveiling the Universe 101

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

Virtual

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

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Fourth- and fifth-graders explore astronomy and space science. Led by a Princeton High School student.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 8 2025 at 9:00am

Twenty Years of 'Entitled Opinions' - An Evening with Robert Pogue Harrison

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Robert Pogue Harrison and Christy Wampole celebrate the 20-year anniversary of "Entitled Opinions" by sharing anecdotes about the guests and topics and a glimpse behind the scenes of the radio show.

PSO Soundtracks: Orpheus and Eurydice Retold

Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Storyteller Maria LoBiondo offers a retelling of the classic myth and invites you to explore its meaning as a preview to PSO's upcoming performance of Dobrinka Tabakova's "Orpheus' Comet."

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

All Access Book Discussion Group - "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls"

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

Special Collections, Firestone Library

Join us at Firestone Library to discuss "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls" by Grady Hendrix and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.

Performance: An Evening of Neapolitan Songs

Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Mara Adler-O'Kelly performs famous and not-so-famous songs from Naples and discusses their history, meaning and connections to American history and culture.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Friday Feature Film: Thelma

Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson she embarks on a journey, along with a friend and his motorized scooter, to reclaim what was taken from her.

Teens: Take & Make - Mini Textured Ghost Painting

Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make a mini version of the viral Michael's textured ghost painting while supplies last.

Family Matinee Series: "The Nightmare Before Christmas"

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

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This stop-motion animated film tells the story of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who stumbles upon Christmas Town and schemes to take over the holiday. PG. 1 hour, 16 minutes

Kids: Special Storytime with Margery Cuyler

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a spooky storytime with children's book author, Margery Cuyler, as she shares her latest book, "Stompie the Zombie," among other favorite titles, and signs books.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

World of Materials Science Day

Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza

Learn. Explore. Play! In this family-oriented multilingual program, explore materials science with Princeton University researchers.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Oct 25, 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.

Fandom Challenge: A Social Media Escape Room Experience

Sun, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

An interactive, game-based escape room for ages 14 and up. Registration is required. See details below.

Registration opens Friday, October 10 2025 at 9:00am

Presentation: Eric Mintel Investigates

Sun, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Paranormal investigator Eric Mintel gives a multimedia presentation about his findings including ghost encounters, UFO sightings, mysterious cryptid activity and more.

Kids: Storytime Jeff - A Special Storytime! series

Mon, Oct 27, 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.

Lecture: Hettie Judah - On Art and Motherhood

Mon, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton University - East Pyne 010

Writer and curator Hettie Judah discusses her research for the Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition "Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood." In person and livestreamed.

Mon, Oct 27, 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: Digital Oral History Part 1 - Designing the Project

Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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.

Mon, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, Oct 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.

Tue, Oct 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.

Author: Eric Heinze - In conversation with Shamus Khan

Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Eric Heinze, joined in conversation by Shamus Khan, presents his new book, "Coming Clean: The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left." Registration requested, but not required.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Cancelled

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

Virtual

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

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 30, 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.

Panel: Twenty Years of Harry Frankfurt’s 'On Bullshit'

Thu, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Princeton University Press - 41 William Street, Princeton, NJ

Following the release of the 20th anniversary edition of the New York Times bestseller, panelists explore why bullshit is so dangerous – perhaps now more than ever. In-person and livestreamed.

Tech: Advanced Adobe Photoshop

Thu, Oct 30, 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.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 30, 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.