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Scavenger Hunt
2025-09-17 18:00:00 2025-09-17 19:00:00 America/New_York Scavenger Hunt Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Wednesday, September 17
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-17 18:00:00 2025-09-17 19:00:00 America/New_York Scavenger Hunt Kids, teens and adults are invited to test their knowledge, and perhaps learn something new, about the library. Return completed forms to claim a prize. Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Kids, teens and adults are invited to test their knowledge, and perhaps learn something new, about the library. Return completed forms to claim a prize.

Following the scavenger hunt, there will be a 'Newcomers' evening where community members are invited to meet the mayor and connect with others.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | *No Registration |

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Upcoming events

Baby Beach Party!
Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Join us for play, dancing and fun at an indoor beach party featuring a musical appearance by Storytime Jeff.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
McCarter Live at the Library: Season Preview
Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Director of Artistic Initiatives Julie Felise Dubiner discuss the upcoming season at McCarter Theatre Center.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Aug 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 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, Aug 28, 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: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Aug 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Cancelled
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Aug 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.
Playtime Fun: Game On!
Tue, Sep 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.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Sep 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.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Sep 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Sep 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Sep 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.
Baby Play Group
Wed, Sep 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Sep 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.
Virtual Presentation: From Uptown Girls to 'Downton Abbey' - How Gilded Age American Heiresses Invaded the Aristocracy
Wed, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
As the release of the final "Downton Abbey" movie approaches, Claire Evans explores the world of Gilded Age socialites and their connection to the British aristocracy. Register for Zoom link
Register
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Sep 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Sep 04, 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.
Princeton Health Department: Preventative Health Awareness
Thu, Sep 04, 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Sep 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.
Baby Play Group
Thu, Sep 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.
Film: "Downton Abbey"
Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In the first movie based on the British period drama, the Crawley family copes with the upheaval caused by an official royal visit to their Yorkshire estate in 1927. PG. 2 hours, 2 minutes. 
Tech: Introduction to Mac Computers
Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class covers the basics of Apple's operating system and is designed for those who want to better understand their Mac and PC users seeking dual computer literacies. Registration required.
All Access Book Discussion Group - "I Have Some Questions for You"
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Special Collections, Firestone Library
Join us at Firestone Library to discuss "I Have Some Questions for You" by Rebecca Makkai and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.
Talk: How Oswald Veblen Quietly Created Einstein’s Princeton
Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Historian Cindy Srnka and naturalist Steve Hiltner present new research about Oswald Veblen, the mathematician and visionary who laid the groundwork for so much of what Princeton is today.
Job Seekers: Trust the Process, From Layoff to Landing
Fri, Sep 05, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Janice Coleman discusses the challenging emotional hurdles that every professional should understand when navigating a career layoff and shares how to transform disruption into direction.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Sep 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Performance: "Einstein's Begonia"
Sun, Sep 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Musicians and singers showcase the new musical's eclectic, original songs in this staged concert performance.
This event is full
Kids: Russian Storytime
Sun, Sep 07, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Russian Book Club
Sun, Sep 07, 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.
Playtime Fun: Music & Movement
Mon, Sep 08, 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 (in person)
Mon, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register via CMAP.
Register
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.
Register
English Conversation
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Continuing Conversations on Race
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Laura Zhang-Choi and Dr. Karen Gaffney share their experiences and examine questions about privilege, responsibility and action. In person and on Zoom.
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Tue, Sep 09, 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.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 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 09, 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.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 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, Sep 10, 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Sep 10, 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.
Rescheduled
Workshop: "Business Class"
Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Saturday, September 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library
"Business Class" is an interactive experience, set aboard a mock airplane, that sparks conversation and explores what truly matters at 37,000 feet. Limited space, registration required.
Author: Dan-el Padilla Peralta with Kate Meng Brassel - Library Live at Labyrinth
Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-Site - Labyrinth Books
Dan-el Padilla Peralta presents his new book "Classicism and Other Phobias," a provocative case for why immortalizing Greek and Roman culture as “classical” marginalizes and devalues Black life.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Sep 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Fiction Book Group
Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The group discusses "Headshot" by Rita Bullwinkel.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Sep 11, 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, Sep 11, 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, Sep 11, 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.
Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Thu, Sep 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Off-Site - Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad
The public is invited to honor the memory of those who perished on September 11, 2001, and those who have since died or are suffering from related illnesses.
Film: "Downton Abbey: A New Era"
Thu, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In the second film in the "Downton Abbey" trilogy, the Crawley family travels to the south of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess's newly inherited villa. PG. 2 hours, 6 minutes.
Author: Peniel E. Joseph - In Conversation with Laurence Ralph
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Historian Peniel E. Joseph, joined in conversation by Laurence Ralph, presents "Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America's Civil Rights Revolution." Registration requested, not required.
Tech: Adobe After Effects Part 1
Thu, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This two-part series introduces beginners to the industry-standard tool for video compositing, motion graphics design, and animation. Registration required.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Sep 11, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
The group discusses "Caucasia" by Danzy Senna. All are welcome. This month the group will meet in person and virtually.
Community Cultural Exchange - Part of Welcoming Week
Fri, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
All are invited to participate in an afternoon of cultural celebration and community connection featuring cultural displays, arts & crafts and activities for children. Part of National Welcoming Week.
Dancing Under the Stars
Fri, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
Members of Central Jersey Dance Society demonstrate basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds on Hinds Plaza, weather permitting.
Kids: Take & Make - Paper Cat
Sat, Sep 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area
Stop by the third floor Youth Services Information Desk for a kit to make a paper cat at home while supplies last.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Sep 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Sep 13, 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.
Author: Ken Jaworowski - A Book Brunch Event
Sun, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses "What About the Bodies," his follow up to "Small Town Sins." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee and pastries. The talk begins at 11 a.m. followed by a book signing.
Listen Local: The Professors
Sun, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
Close out our 15th anniversary season of Listen Local as The Professors return to Hinds Plaza to perform a concert featuring well-known rock songs as well as some of their originals.
Workshop: Writers Room
Mon, Sep 15, 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.
Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures
Mon, Sep 15, 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 (in person)
Mon, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)
Mon, Sep 15, 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 required.
Register
SCORE Seminar
Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Mentors from SCORE Princeton offer guidance and resources to entrepreneurs and those looking to start or improve a small business.
English Conversation
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Author: Daniel Pollack-Pelzner
Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author is joined by Brian Herrera to discuss "Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist," the recently released biography of the creator of "Hamilton" and "In the Heights."
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Sep 16, 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: Animal Adventures
Tue, Sep 16, 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: Scheduling with Google Calendar
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use Google Calendar to create a personal calendar, schedule your time and share your calendar. Gmail account should be established prior to class.. Registration required.
Workshop: Writers Room Online
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
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, Sep 16, 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: Michael Gordin
Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses his book, "On the Fringe: When Science Meets Pseudoscience," the Princeton University Pre-read for the Class of '29. Free books for registrants available while supply lasts.
Register
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Sep 17, 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.
Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
Scavenger Hunt
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Lobby
Kids, teens and adults are invited to test their knowledge, and perhaps learn something new, about the library. Return completed forms to claim a prize.
Introduction to Finding Grant Funding
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Business librarian Leigh Clark from the New Jersey State Library presents on finding grant opportunities for your organization, accessing grant research tools, and researching funders.
Register
Welcoming Week: Newcomers Evening
Wed, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
New to Princeton? Looking to connect with new people? Join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the Mayor, representatives from local organizations and community members.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Sep 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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
Thu, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Library staff lead a hybrid book discussion of "Out Loud" by choreographer Mark Morris in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Morris and Ara Guzelimian.
This event is full
Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)
Thu, Sep 18, 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.
Register
Tech: Demystifying AI
Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Explore AI tools beyond ChatGPT in this beginner-friendly class.
Author: Henry Grabar
Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses his book "Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World."
Teens: Take & Make - Cardboard VR Headset
Fri, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Teen Center
Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make a cardboard virtual reality headset while supplies last.
Author: Abigail Hing Wen
Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
YA author Abigail Hing Wen presents her debut middle grade book "The Vale" and screens a short film based on the book, "The Vale - Origins."
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Sep 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Kids: Portuguese Storytime
Sat, Sep 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Japanese Storytime
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.
Workshop: "Business Class"
Sat, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
"Business Class" is an interactive experience, set aboard a mock airplane, that sparks conversation and explores what truly matters at 37,000 feet. Limited space, registration required.
Music: Open Acoustic Jam
Sun, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
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.
Playtime Fun: Build it!
Mon, Sep 22, 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 (in person)
Mon, Sep 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)
Mon, Sep 22, 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 required.
Register
English Conversation
Mon, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Sep 23, 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: Build it!
Tue, Sep 23, 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: iCloud
Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use iCloud and iCloud Drive to keep your files and data safe, secure and accessible. Registration required.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Sep 23, 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.
Author: Allison Daminger - A Library and Labyrinth event
Tue, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author is joined by Nancy Reddy for a conversation about her recently published book "What’s on Her Mind: The Mental Workload of Family Life."
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Sep 24, 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Sep 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.
Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
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Tumble Dinotastic Show
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Learn all about dinosaurs and paleontology with Marshall from Tumble Science Podcast for Kids.
Author: An Evening with Jane Hamilton - Library Live at Labyrinth
Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-Site - Labyrinth Books
The author will be in conversation with Laura Spence-Ash as they discuss her new novel, "The Phoebe Variations," at this special book launch event.
Tech: Adobe After Effects Part 2
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This is the second class in a two-part course introducing beginners to the industry-standard tool for video compositing, motion graphics design, and animation. Registration required.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana
Thu, Sep 25, 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.
Green House Tour Video Screening and Discussion
Thu, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Three videos featuring sustainable homes on Princeton’s 2025 Green House Tour will be screened, followed by a panel discussion with the homeowners and several experts in green building.
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