Family Matinee Series:

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.

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.

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.

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.

Virtual Presentation: From Uptown Girls to 'Downton Abbey' - How Gilded Age American Heiresses Invaded the Aristocracy

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.

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.

Princeton Health Department: Preventative Health Awareness

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 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, 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.

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.

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.

Tech: Introduction to Mac Computers

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.

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.

Performance: "Einstein's Begonia"

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.

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.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

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.

Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

Continuing Conversations on Race

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.

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.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Workshop: "Business Class"

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

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.

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.

This event is full

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.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

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.

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.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

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.

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.

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.

Author: Daniel Pollack-Pelzner

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.

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."

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

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.

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.

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.

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.. Registration closed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Beyond the Concert Book 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.

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.

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."

Job Seekers: Identifying and Building your Personal Brand

Fri, Sep 19, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Glen Pasch helps you understand what your brand is and how to build it to help you stand out in the job market and communicate a concrete sense of your value as an employee.

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."

Family Matinee Series: - New York International Children’s Film Festival

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:15am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

A compilation of short films from the 2025 New York International Children's Film Festival. Limited free tickets for library cardholders at the Youth Services desk one week prior to screening.

Kids: Portuguese 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.

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.

This event is full

Family Matinee Series: - New York International Children’s Film Festival

Sun, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:15am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

A compilation of short films from the 2025 New York International Children's Film Festival. Limited free tickets for library cardholders at the Youth Services desk one week prior to screening.

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.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

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.

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.

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.

Mercer County Community ID

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

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.

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.

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: Jane Hamilton - Library Live at Labyrinth

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

The author, in conversation with Laura Spence-Ash, discusses her new novel, "The Phoebe Variations," at this 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.

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Sep 26, 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.

Green House Tour Headquarters

Sat, Sep 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Sustainable Princeton team members will be available to assist community members with questions related to the Green House Tours taking place today.

Kids: Take & Make - Paper Cactus

Sat, Sep 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Sep 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, Sep 27, 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.

Festival Cultural Latino: A Community Mercado - Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square

Sun, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square / Hinds

The rich cultural life of Princeton's Latino community is celebrated with an afternoon of music, dance, food and crafts on both Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Mon, Sep 29, 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.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Sep 29, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tech: Google Slides

Mon, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use Google Slides to create engaging presentations. Registration required.

Mon, Sep 29, 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.

Mon, Sep 29, 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: 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 - 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: 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

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.

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Author: Cass R. Sunstein

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

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author presents his forthcoming title, "On Liberalism." Registration requested, but not required.

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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

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.

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Tech: Using Genealogy Databases

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.

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."

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

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.