Name: Kids & Teens: Code the Wild
Start: 2026-10-14T16:00
End: 2026-10-14T16:45
Location: Princeton Public Library

Registration opens:
October 04th, 2026

Kids & Teens: Code the Wild

2026-10-14 16:00:00 2026-10-14 16:45:00 America/New_York Kids & Teens: Code the Wild Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Wednesday, October 14
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-14 16:00:00 2026-10-14 16:45:00 America/New_York Kids & Teens: Code the Wild Students in fifth through eighth grade complete short, interactive investigations in science, and use code to model findings, during these monthly sessions. Led by a Princeton University student. Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Princeton Public Library

Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Students in fifth through eighth grade complete short, interactive investigations in science, and use code to model findings, during these monthly sessions. Led by a Princeton University student.

Code the Wild turns everyday mysteries into short, interactive science missions. Make predictions, investigate the world around you, discover how biology, chemistry, and physics connect, and use simple code to model what you find. No prior coding experience needed. Just bring your curiosity.

Registration opens 10 days before each session.

Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
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: | *Registration Required |

TAGS: | Spark Lab |

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Job Seekers: Money Saving Strategies for Career Transition

Fri, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

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Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

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Kids: Take & Make - Craft inspired by "How to Train your Dragon"

Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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Outreach: Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church Block Party - A Library in the Community Event

Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm

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Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Sep 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Kids: Persian Storytime

Sun, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Mon, Sep 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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Tue, Sep 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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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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Kids: Family Matinee Series: "How to Train Your Dragon"

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Porchfest

Sat, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

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Kids: Folk Instruments and Music of Bengal

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sun, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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America at 250: Opportunity, Exclusion and Resilience

Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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English Conversation (Virtual)

Mon, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 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: Gmail Essentials, Gemini AI & Privacy

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

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to organize and customize Gmail, explore free Gemini AI features like "Help Me Write" and get step-by-step instructions to manage privacy settings and turn off AI tools.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Sep 29, 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

Author: Sarah Fritz

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author launches "Madame Composer: The Virtuosic Genius of Clara Schumann" and presents an illustrated talk on the legendary pianist and composer.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Sep 30, 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 do not include instruction.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Sep 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.

Author: Joycelyn Longdon

Wed, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Sep 30, 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.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner)

Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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Author: Shelley Frisch in Conversation with Michael Wood - A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration

Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Shelley Frisch discusses her translation of Thomas Meyer’s biography of Hannah Arendt, one of the greatest philosophers of the 20th century, with Princeton University professor emeritus Michael Wood.

English Conversation

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, 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.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Play Group

Thu, 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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate)

Thu, Oct 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration required.

Tech Help from Bloomberg

Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Volunteers from Bloomberg offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.

Kids: Game On!

Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in grades 3 - 5 are invited to play new Nintendo Switch 2 games.

Registration opens Thursday, September 24 2026 at 4:00pm

U.S. Citizenship Test Prep Course

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom - Zoom

This free, virtual course, offered in partnership with LiteracyNJ, prepares people for the U.S. Citizenship Test. Prospective students must have a Green Card and basic English language skills.Register

Job Seekers: AI and Your Job Search

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Naga Tumuluri emphasizes safe, ethical use of AI as a tool to support, not replace, your experience and judgment to strengthen resumes, LinkedIn profiles and applications, and prepare for interviews.

Kids: Little Songbirds

Fri, Oct 02, 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 Thursday, September 24 2026 at 10:30am

English Conversation (in person)

Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Take & Make - Craft inspired by "Ways Papi Says I Love You"

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area

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Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 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.

Unruly Sounds Music Festival

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza

Musicians, composers, area bands and emerging talent from Princeton University’s graduate composition program showcase a range of original music at the 10th annual festival.

Tiger Tech Help

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Oct 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin for children and their caregivers.

Kids & Teens: Science Saturdays

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade at this monthly program. Registration required.

Registration opens Saturday, September 19 2026 at 9:00am

Writers Project Workshop

Sun, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

Writers working on long-form projects are invited to submit their work in advance of these monthly sessions where group members will help each other develop their work through constructive criticism.

This event is full

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Sun, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza

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.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Oct 04, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for readings in Russian followed by discussion. Intended for children in kindergarten to fourth grade.

Tech Help for Seniors

Mon, Oct 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Kids: Playtime Fun: Games & Puzzles

Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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English Conversation (in person)

Mon, Oct 05, 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, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register for Zoom link via CMAP.Register

Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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Kids: eSTEAM Club

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Students in first through fourth grade are introduced to various STEM concepts and disciplines through hands-on activities. Led by Princeton High School students. Registration required.

Registration opens Friday, September 25 2026 at 4:00pm

Film and Discussion: "Aging in America: Survive or Thrive" - A Mayors Wellness Campaign Event

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The PBS documentary "Aging in America: Survive or Thrive" is screened, followed by a discussion with Drew Dyson of CMAP.

English Conversation (Virtual)

Mon, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Playtime Fun: Games & Puzzles

Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 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: Digital Download Help

Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Assistance with downloading content from our eLibrary will be provided at this drop-in session. Registration is not required.

Kids: Tinker Tuesday: LEGO

Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in kindergarten through second grade explore, create, design and problem-solve during this monthly building session. This session features LEGO building blocks.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 06, 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

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Oct 06, 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.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Author: Chloe Davis

Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

The author shares her book "The Queens' English: The Young Readers' LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of Lingo and Colloquial Phrases" to celebrate Banned Books Week and LGBTQ History Month.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Oct 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 do not include instruction.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Oct 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, Oct 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, Oct 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Oct 07, 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: Upcycled Craft Club: Chopstick Spider Webs

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Turn everyday items and recyclables into creative, sustainable arts and crafts to take home. For kids in second through fifth grade.

Registration opens Sunday, September 27 2026 at 4:00pm

Journaling Club

Wed, Oct 07, 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.

Special Event: Letters, Life and Legacy of Carson McCullers

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Arts Council of Princeton

Carlos Dews, editor of the newly published "All the Love You Can Use," discusses Carson McCullers' letters with biographer Mary Dearborn, offering new insights into the acclaimed author's life.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner)

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This free, 14-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This class is full.

English Conversation

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Oct 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 - "Circe" by Madeline Miller

Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

To mark Banned Books Week, the group discusses "Circe" by Madeline Miller, banned from school districts in Texas, Tennessee and Florida.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Oct 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, Oct 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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate)

Thu, Oct 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration required.

Teens: VRcade

Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Teens 13+ are invited to explore the world of virtual reality (VR) with games.

Tech: Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Thu, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This hands-on session will cover many of the basic capabilities of Adobe's flagship software program. Registration required.

U.S. Citizenship Test Prep Course

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom - Zoom

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Oct 08, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

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

The group discusses "The Girl With the Louding Voice" by Abi Daré. All are welcome.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Fri, Oct 09, 9:00am - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Little Songbirds

Fri, Oct 09, 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 Thursday, October 1 2026 at 10:30am

English Conversation (in person)

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sat, Oct 10, 9:00am - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Take & Make - Craft inspired by "The Addams Family" movie

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 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.

Tiger Tech Help

Sat, Oct 10, 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.

The Creatures of Princeton University History Walk

Sat, Oct 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm

FitzRandolph Gate at Princeton University

Library staff lead a walk highlighting the history of some of the notable creatures found on Princeton University's campus. Meet at FitzRandolph Gate. Register for one of two tour times.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Oct 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

The Creatures of Princeton University History Walk

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

FitzRandolph Gate at Princeton University

Library staff lead a walk highlighting the history of some of the notable creatures found on Princeton University's campus. Meet at FitzRandolph Gate. Register for one of two tour times.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun discussion of books and other interests.

Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Oct 10, 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.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sun, Oct 11, 12:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Writing Workshop: Telling Our Stories

Sun, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Writers in fourth through eighth grade engage in brainstorming exercises to develop a short work of original fiction or non-fiction inspired by Princeton.

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

Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center

Celebrate wellness, community, and the power of music at this special Mayors Wellness Campaign event featuring a tribute to the music of Chicago and activities for all ages.

Tech Help for Seniors

Mon, Oct 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Assistance with technology issues is provided by volunteers from AmeriCorps. Drop in at any time during the session.

Kids: Storytime with Jeff

Mon, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Jeff Trainor presents a joyous blend of books and music at this popular monthly program for children and their caregivers.

English Conversation (in person)

Mon, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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

Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series

Mon, Oct 12, 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.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:35pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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

English Conversation (Virtual)

Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group.

Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 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: Tinker Tuesday: Magna-Tiles

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

During this monthly, drop-in program, kids in kindergarten through second grade, with an adult caregiver, explore, create and design using Magna-Tiles building sets.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 13, 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

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Author: Anne Fulper

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Anne Fulper reads from "Shards," a collection of personal essays about growing up surrounded by the vases, lamps and pottery created by her grandfather, William Hill Fulper II of Fulper Pottery.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Oct 14, 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 do not include instruction.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 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 & Teens: Code the Wild

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Students in fifth through eighth grade complete short, interactive investigations in science, and use code to model findings, during these monthly sessions. Led by a Princeton University student.

Registration opens Sunday, October 4 2026 at 4:00pm

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner)

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This free, 14-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This class is full.

English Conversation

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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 (Intermediate)

Thu, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

This free, 13-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration required.

Kids: 3D Doodling Workshop

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Doodle in three dimensions using 3D printing pens and create your own 3D object. For kids in third to fifth grade.

Registration opens Monday, October 5 2026 at 4:00pm

Crafts: Stitch Club Princeton

Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

All are invited to bring their needlework of all kinds to this drop-in social gathering. Beginners, high school age and up, are welcome.

Tech: Advanced Adobe Photoshop

Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This two-hour, hands-on session covers the more advanced features of Adobe Photoshop. Registration required.

U.S. Citizenship Test Prep Course

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Zoom - Zoom

Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club

Fri, Oct 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Mountain Lakes House

Join us for a discussion of "A Sand County Almanac" by Aldo Leopold. Executive director of the Aldo Leopold Foundation, Buddy Huffaker will be joining the discussion.

Kids: Little Songbirds

Fri, Oct 16, 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 Thursday, October 8 2026 at 10:30am

English Conversation (in person)

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Local Author Day: Author Fair

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Local published authors of fiction, nonfiction and poetry sell and sign their books while interacting with readers on the first floor of the library.

Kids: Family Matinee Series: "The Addams Family"

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

After moving into their dream house, a decrepit Victorian mansion in a small New Jersey town, the spooky Addams Family struggles to be accepted by the locals. (2019) 1 hour, 26 minutes.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Tiger Tech Help

Sat, Oct 17, 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: Spanish Storytime

Sat, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Chemistry Saturdays - Session 1

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids learn the basics of chemistry through simple, hands-on experiments in this fun and creative workshop supervised by Princeton University graduate students.

Registration opens Saturday, October 3 2026 at 9:00am

Kids: Chemistry Saturdays - Session 2

Sat, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids learn the basics of chemistry through simple, hands-on experiments in this fun and creative workshop supervised by Princeton University graduate students.

Registration opens Saturday, October 3 2026 at 9:00am

Music: Guild for Early Music Annual Showcase

Sun, Oct 18, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Lobby

The Guild for Early Music presents Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music at its annual showcase.

Kids: Persian Storytime

Sun, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Persian for children and their caregivers.

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