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Winter Reading Program
2025-12-21 00:00:00 2025-12-21 23:59:00 America/New_York Winter Reading Program Off-Site -

Sunday, December 21
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-12-21 00:00:00 2025-12-21 23:59:00 America/New_York Winter Reading Program Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections. Off-Site -

Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.

We’re all familiar with Summer Reading, but winter is a time when people are more likely to be spending time indoors, reading. To participate, pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk and read three books between Dec. 21 and Feb. 21. Completed entries will be entered into a prize drawing for a collection of advance readers copies. The program concludes Feb. 21 with a gathering where participants are invited to meet and discuss their winter reading selections. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | *No Registration |

TAGS: | book group |

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Phone: 609-924-9529
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Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 12:00PM to 6:00PM
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Job Seekers: Job Search in the AI Era
Fri, Dec 12, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Career coach Madeleine Elmgren presents on the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the evolving job market, where AI is transforming how we search for and secure employment.
Film: "Pride and Prejudice" - A Jane Austen at 250 event
Fri, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This first adaptation of Jane Austen's classic 1813 romance novel features Academy Award-winners Sir Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson. 1940. PG. 1 hour, 57 minutes.
Cancelled
Film: "Heightened Scrutiny"
Fri, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Princeton Public Library
This documentary follows ACLU attorney Chase Strangio as he fights a legal battle to overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. 1 hour, 25 minutes.
Tiger Tech Help
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Dec 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.
Kids: Portuguese Storytime
Sat, Dec 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Dec 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: Becky Libourel Diamond
Sun, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Off-Site - Morven Museum & Garden
The author joins us for a ticketed event at Morven Museum and Gardens to discuss "The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook." Cookies, tea and cider will be served. Registration required.Register
Catherine Project Book Group
Sun, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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
Kids: French Storytime
Sun, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.
Workshop: Writers Room
Mon, Dec 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: Build it!
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Dec 15, 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.
Citizenship Test Prep Course
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration is required.Register
English Conversation
Mon, Dec 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Patti Smith: Songs and Stories - in Conversation with Eliza Griswold at McCarter Theatre
Mon, Dec 15, 7:30pm - 8:45pm
Off-Site
The singer-songwriter, poet, author and pioneering punk rock musician reads from and discusses her intimate "Bread of Angels: A Memoir" at this ticketed event. Tickets include a copy of the book.
Registration is now closed
Workshop: Writers Room Online
Tue, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom Meeting
Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly online group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.Register
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Dec 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.
Meet the Human Services Department
Wed, Dec 17, 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Dec 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, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
The Current Economy and Future Projections
Wed, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Nicol Nicola explores current economic trends and data-driven forecasts to help businesses, job seekers and others make informed strategic decisions in a rapidly evolving economy.Register
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Dec 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
Open Art Studio
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
English Conversation
Thu, Dec 18, 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.
Job Seekers: Holiday Networking Social
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Bring a treat to share and join with other job seekers and career coaches for networking and socializing.
Teens: Take & Make - DIY Air Dry Clay Gifts
Fri, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Teen Center
Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make DIY air dry clay gifts while supplies last.
Film: "Sense and Sensibility" - A Jane Austen at 250 Event
Fri, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This acclaimed 1995 adaptation of Jane Austen's first novel follows the Dashwood sisters as they seek financial security through marriage after their father dies. 2 hours, 16 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Dec 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: Japanese Storytime
Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.
Winter Reading Program
Sun, Dec 21, All day
Off-Site
Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.
Kids: German Storytime
Sun, Dec 21, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.
Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 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.
Citizenship Test Prep Course
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration is required.Register
English Conversation
Mon, Dec 22, 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, Dec 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.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Dec 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.
Kids: Take & Make: Color Wheel
Sat, Dec 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area
Stop by the third floor to pick up a kit to make a color wheel at home while supplies last.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Dec 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.
Cancelled
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Dec 27, 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.
Kids: Winter Break Family Storytime
Mon, Dec 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.
Playtime Fun: Farm Friends
Mon, Dec 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.
English Conversation
Mon, Dec 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Kids: Winter Break Family Storytime
Tue, Dec 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.
Playtime Fun: Farm Friends
Tue, Dec 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.
Film: "Hamilton"
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lin-Manuel Miranda's "Hamilton: An American Musical" by singing along to the filmed version of the smash Broadway hit. PG-13. 2 hours, 40 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jan 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Kids: Russian Storytime
Sun, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Russian Book Club
Sun, Jan 04, 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.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Tue, Jan 06, 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.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
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.
Tech: Drop-In Digital Download Hour
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Assistance with downloading content from our eLibrary will be provided at this drop-in session. Registration is not required.
Presentation: Genealogical Research in Other Countries
Wed, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Genealogist Katherine Willson shares resources for genealogical research outside of the U.S. and expert strategies for navigating name variations, shifting borders and international records.Register
Journaling Club
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Jan 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.
Fiction Book Group
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The group discusses "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Jan 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Jan 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.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Jan 08, 7:15pm - 8:35pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1
The group discusses "The Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBois" by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers. All are welcome.
Kids: Ballet For Toddlers
Fri, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive dance workshop introduces children ages 2-4 years old and their adult caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 3:30pm
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jan 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.
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