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Drop in and Knit
2020-05-20 11:00:00 2020-05-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Drop in and Knit Virtual Princeton Public Library -

Wednesday, May 20
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-05-20 11:00:00 2020-05-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Drop in and Knit Join us for a virtual social hour of knitting and sharing. Virtual Princeton Public Library -

Join us for a virtual social hour of knitting and sharing.

Registration prior to the event is required. This program is open to all, a library card is not necessary for registration. Access will be via a Google Meet link sent by email on Wednesday morning.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

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Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference 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 required.
Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library
Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.
This event is full
English Conversation Group
Mon, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.
Author: Julian Borger
Mon, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Julian Borger presents his memoir "I Seek a Kind Person: My Father, Seven Children, and the Adverts that Helped Them Escape the Holocaust."
English Conversation Group
Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids: Storytime Jeff - a special Storytime! series
Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Apr 22, 3:15pm - 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.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Apr 22, 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.
Raconteur Radio presents "The Great Gatsby" - A Great Gatsby at 100 event
Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Experience F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel brought to life as a staged radio play from Raconteur Radio with period costumes, vintage commercials, Golden Age radio equipment and more.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Apr 23, 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: Baby Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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.
Guided Tour: “A Walk through Princeton’s Literary Century” - A 2025 Being Human Festival (US) Event
Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library’s local history team leads this tour of the last century of Princeton’s literary achievement. Complimentary lunch and book provided. Offered as part of the 2025 Being Human Festival (US).
Course: Learn English at the Library
Wed, Apr 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Apr 23, 3:15pm - 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 Group
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Kids: Chess Lessons for Beginners
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.
Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
Author: Jaap de Roode
Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses his recently published book "Doctors by Nature: How Ants, Apes, and Other Animals Heal Themselves." Book signing to follow.
Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry in Community with People & Stories
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Apr 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Apr 24, 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Apr 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.
Baby Play Group
Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - for Beginners
Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This introductory class covers the basics of Final Cut Pro software to get attendees started creating and editing and professional quality videos. Registration required.
Homeschooling Basics in New Jersey
Thu, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
A panel of experienced homeschooling parents and teachers cover the basics of homeschooling in New Jersey.
Job Seeker Session
Fri, Apr 25, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Presenter: Madeleine Elmgren
Cinematic Guided Tour - A 2025 Being Human Festival (US) Event
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:15am
Princeton University - FitzRandolph Gate
Inaugural guided tour to rediscover Princeton’s town and campus through cinema. Generously funded by the National Humanities Center and offered as part of the Princeton French Film Festival.
Register
English Conversation Group
Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Teens: Open Mic Night
Fri, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Princeton High School students are invited to perform at this teens-only event.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Apr 26, 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.
Story & Verse Open Mic: Porchfest Edition - Featuring Artist Roberto Lugo
Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza
Poets, storytellers and spoken word fans are invited to join a Porchfest open mic event, hosted in partnership with the Arts Council of Princeton and the Princeton University Art Museum.
Cancelled
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.
Kids: Folktales Around the World Reading Group
Sat, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
In this four-session book group, children in grades 2-5 explore different cultures through folktales and cultural crafts.
Kids: German Storytime
Sun, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.
Playtime Fun: Music & Movement
Mon, Apr 28, 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 Group
Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.
Tech: Using Google Sheets and Forms
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Become adept at using Google Sheets and Google Forms, and learn how the two applications can work together to collect and organize data and information. Registration required.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Apr 28, 3:15pm - 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, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference 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 required.
Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library
Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.
This event is full
Film: "The Imitation Game"
Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
A screening of the Alan Turing biopic is shown in advance of Princeton Pro Musica's performance of James McCarthy's oratorio "Codebreaker: The Alan Turing Story." PG-13. 1 hour, 54 minutes.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.
English Conversation Group
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids: Storytime Jeff - a special Storytime! series
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Apr 29, 3:15pm - 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.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Apr 29, 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.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Apr 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 will not include instruction. Registration is not required.
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet twice monthly to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group. Sessions held on the second Tuesday and last Wednesday of the month.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Apr 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Baby Play Group
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Course: Learn English at the Library
Wed, Apr 30, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Apr 30, 3:15pm - 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 Group
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Kids: Chess Lessons for Beginners
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.
PSO Soundtracks: Signum Quartet presents #quartweets
Wed, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Signum Quartet offers an interactive presentation of some of their best loved past #quartweets (short pieces) by professional and student composers and premieres a selection of new compositions.
Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry in Community with People & Stories
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, May 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, May 01, 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, May 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.
Baby Play Group
Thu, May 01, 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.
Neurodivergent Crafts and Games
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Neurodivergent individuals looking to connect with others are invited to attend a craft session to work on creative projects brought from home.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - Advanced
Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Those with at least a basic knowledge of Final Cut Pro, or who have attended the April 24 introductory class, learn more advanced video creation and editing skills. Registration required.
English Conversation Group
Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids: Beginning Ballet for Toddlers
Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, April 18 2025 at 9:00am
Special Event: After-Hours Speakeasy - A Great Gatsby at 100 event
Fri, May 02, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Step back in time to the Jazz Age with 1920s-era music by The Glenn Crytzer Quartet, mocktails, a photo booth and more at this after-hours event. Costumes encouraged.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, May 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: Mandarin Chinese Storytime
Sat, May 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.
Book Brunch: Jennifer Coburn
Sun, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses and signs copies of her recently released novel "The Girls of the Glimmer Factory." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Talk begins at 11 a.m.
Kids: Russian Storytime
Sun, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Russian Book Club
Sun, May 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Join us for readings in Russian followed by discussion. Intended for children in kindergarten to grade 4.
Playtime Fun: Game On!
Mon, May 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 & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, May 05, 3:15pm - 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, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference 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 required.
Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.
This event is full
Treating Challenging Behavior in Children - Modalities of Treatment and Best Practices
Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Behavior analyst Patrice Garrison presents an overview of child development and treatment modalities for parents and professionals working with children 3 to 12 years of age.
English Conversation Group
Mon, May 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.
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