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Fiction Book Group
2026-04-09 10:30:00 2026-04-09 11:30:00 America/New_York Fiction Book Group Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Thursday, April 09
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-04-09 10:30:00 2026-04-09 11:30:00 America/New_York Fiction Book Group The group discusses "Clear" by Carys Davies. Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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The group discusses "Clear" by Carys Davies.

About the book:

An impoverished 1840s Scottish minister tasked with evicting a hermit from his island home ends up forming an unlikely connection with the man as the pair navigate language, loss and the legacy of forced displacement.

Reserve a copy of the book. 

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Groups |

TAGS: | book group |

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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, Mar 26, 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.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Mar 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Mar 26, 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.
Kids: Coding with Byte Budz
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Students in grades 1 to 3 learn the basics of block coding through interactive lessons and activities. Led by teen coders of Byte Budz.
Registration opens Thursday, March 19 2026 at 4:00pm
Kids: Little Songbirds
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 12 months to 3 years are invited to join us for a joyful, interactive class designed to nurture their natural love of music and movement. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, March 20 2026 at 10:30am
Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join us at Mountain Lakes House to discuss "Walden" by Henry David Thoreau. The discussion will include an indoor study of plant pressings, with the opportunity to create one.
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
PEFF: "The Keeper"
Fri, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Briger Hall, Princeton University
Cantankerous, charismatic and passionately committed, John Lipscomb reflects on his 25 years patrolling the Hudson River, traveling more than 80,000 miles by wooden boat. 1 hour, 20 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Mar 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Tiger Tech Help
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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: Portuguese Storytime
Sat, Mar 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Japanese Storytime
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.
Kids and Teens: Science Saturdays
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities at this monthly program for kids in fifth through eighth grade.
Registration opens Saturday, March 21 2026 at 2:00pm
Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Kids: Spanish Storytime
Sun, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Make a Robot Workshop: Marker Bots
Sun, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Participants in grades 3 to 5 build their own small, motorized robot that draws, scribbles, and doodles as it moves. Led by the Princeton University Robotics Club.
Registration opens Friday, March 20 2026 at 9:00am
Kids: Persian Storytime
Sun, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Persian for children and their caregivers.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 30, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Mon, Mar 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.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Tech: Using Google Forms
Mon, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use Google Forms to easily and quickly create surveys, forms and questionnaires.
This event is full
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-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 full.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Tue, Mar 31, 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.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 31, 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
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Apr 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Apr 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Journaling Club
Wed, Apr 01, 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 new journaling club.
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Apr 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Apr 02, 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.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Apr 02, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Tech Help from Bloomberg’s Women in Technology
Thu, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.
Author: Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney
Thu, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author reads from her newly released novel "Lake Effect," and is joined by Alice Elliot Dark for a conversation about the book.
Job Seekers: iKnowMyDesign DiSC Assessment Tool
Fri, Apr 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Ed Samuel presents on how the assessment tool is used in hiring and in developing company team dynamics. Networking begins at 9:45 a.m.
Kids: Stories In Motion with Princeton Ballet School
Fri, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to jump, twirl and imagine through classic ballet stories with dancers from American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School.
Registration opens Friday, March 20 2026 at 2:00pm
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Tiger Tech Help
Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Teens: Go Between Club
Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun discussion of books and other interests.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Apr 06, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Storytime Jeff
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents a four-week series of stories, music and songs for preschoolers.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Apr 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: eSTEAM Club: Optical Illusions
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
In this session, students in grades 1 to 4 learn about optical illusions in both artwork and every day life and make their own optical illusions.
Registration opens Friday, March 27 2026 at 4:00pm
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 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.
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Apr 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-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 full.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Apr 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures
Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Apr 07, 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
Kids: Tinker Tuesday: Makedo and Cardboard
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Kids in grades 3-5 explore, create, design, and problem-solve during this monthly building session. For grades 3 to 5. This month features Makedo and cardboard.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Author: Anica Mrose Rissi in Conversation with Emily XR Pan
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
YA author Anica Mrose Rissi discusses her latest novel, "Girl Reflected in Knife," with author Emily XR Pan and the library's Teen Advisory Board. Book signing to follow.
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Apr 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Apr 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
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Fiction Book Group
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The group discusses "Clear" by Carys Davies.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Apr 09, 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.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Apr 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Kids: Coding with Byte Budz
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Students in grades 1 to 3 learn the basics of block coding through interactive lessons and activities. Led by teen coders of Byte Budz.
Registration opens Thursday, April 2 2026 at 4:00pm
Teen Talks: Environment
Thu, Apr 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Princeton teens share environmentally-related research in a TED Talk-style format, followed by a poster session. Presented in partnership with Sustainable Princeton and PEFF.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Apr 09, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1
The group discusses "All We Were Promised" by Ashton Lattimore. All are welcome.
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