Name: Teens: Mini Soccer Robot Showcase
Start: 2026-04-12T14:00
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Location: Princeton Public Library

Teens: Mini Soccer Robot Showcase

2026-04-12 14:00:00 2026-04-12 16:00:00 America/New_York Teens: Mini Soccer Robot Showcase Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sunday, April 12
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-12 14:00:00 2026-04-12 16:00:00 America/New_York Teens: Mini Soccer Robot Showcase The Princeton Soccer Robotistry team gives a presentation about soccer robotics including live robotic demonstrations. Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Public Library

Community Room

The Princeton Soccer Robotistry team gives a presentation about soccer robotics including live robotic demonstrations.

Teams of teens from Princeton Soccer Robotistry will demonstrate robots they have built and programmed to autonomously play soccer. Teams consist of two-four teens, and the competition takes place on an 6-by-8-foot field.

Co-presented by the library and Princeton Soccer Robotistry.

Community Room Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Assistive listening system compatible with personal T-coil-enabled devices (compatible headphones also available for use during programs)
English-language subtitles for films (when available)
If there is an accommodation that you need or would like so that you can fully enjoy library programs, please visit our Accommodations Request Form.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | *No Registration |

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library

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Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

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Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 9:00am

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Virtual - Google Meet

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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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.

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Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

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Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 9:00am

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Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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

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Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

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Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 9:00am

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza

Celebrate the finale of Summer Reading 2026 at a dance party featuring DJ James Myricks.

Special Event: Feelin' Stronger Every Day - Featuring a Chicago tribute concert

Sun, Aug 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center

Celebrate wellness, community and music at this special summer event featuring a tribute concert to the music of Chicago and activities for all ages.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Aug 17, 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: Playtime Fun: At the Market

Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

English Conversation (Virtual)

Mon, Aug 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Kids: Baby Beach Party

Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Join us for play, dancing and fun at an indoor beach party featuring a musical appearance by Storytime with Jeff.

Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market

Tue, Aug 18, 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: Ask the Mac Pros

Tue, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Summer Film Series: From Page to Screen - "To Kill a Mockingbird"

Tue, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

"To Kill a Mockingbird." This series celebrates timeless stories with screenings of book-to-film adaptations selected by library staff vote. Refreshments will be served starting at 2:45 p.m.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Aug 18, 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.Register

Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series

Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Catherine Project Book Discussion Series

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 8:35pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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, Aug 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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, Aug 19, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Aug 19, 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.

Journaling Club

Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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 journaling club.

Film: "Project Hail Mary"

Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 7:20pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The critically acclaimed science-fiction movie based on the novel by Andy Weir is screened as the final film in the summer's Page to Screen series.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Aug 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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.

Job Seekers: Optimize Your Resume

Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Career coach Ed Samuel offers practical guidance on resumes, covering topics that include the top mistakes made on resumes, how to remove fluff, and how to leverage experience and quantify your value.

Teens: Drop In and Edit (Adobe Creative Cloud)

Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Pop in to this open lab hour to use Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and Acrobat. No instruction or troubleshooting included.

Registration opens Friday, August 7 2026 at 2:00pm

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,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: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Aug 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Chemistry Saturdays

Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in third to fifth grade learn the basics of chemistry through simple, hands-on experiments at this fun and creative workshop. Led by Princeton University graduate students.

Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 9:00am

Kids: Chemistry Saturdays

Sat, Aug 22, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in third to fifth grade learn the basics of chemistry through simple, hands-on experiments at this fun and creative workshop. Led by Princeton University graduate students.

Registration opens Monday, August 10 2026 at 9:00am

Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Aug 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.

Music: Novo Rodeo - A Listen Local event

Sun, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Singer-songwriter Suzannah Sabin leads Novo Rodeo, a Central New Jersey based band performing a mix of favorite songs and original music inspired by country, folk rock and Americana.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Build it!

Mon, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

English Conversation (Virtual)

Mon, Aug 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

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