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Concert and Q&A: So Percussion Summer Institute
2021-07-22 19:00:00 2021-07-22 20:30:00 America/New_York Concert and Q&A: So Percussion Summer Institute Virtual -

Thursday, July 22
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-07-22 19:00:00 2021-07-22 20:30:00 America/New_York Concert and Q&A: So Percussion Summer Institute The library and So Percussion present virtual performances from SoSI 2021: Online, Anywhere!, a summer course and collaborative online festival for musicians and composers. A Q&A will follow. Virtual -

The library and So Percussion present virtual performances from SoSI 2021: Online, Anywhere!, a summer course and collaborative online festival for musicians and composers. A Q&A will follow.

Princeton Public Library partners with Sō Percussion to highlight performances by participants of SōSI 2021: Online, Anywhere! Participants work toward common realizations of new work, reinterpret older work that suits online collaboration and share their own projects. This virtual event is hosted on Crowdcast.

Concert Program:

  • Concertpop for Drumkit and trigger keyboard by Andrea Mazzariello, performed by: Alessandro Di Giulio
  • Communications Paradigm 34  by Beakerphone
  • Cursed Belief by Calvin Hitchcock, performed by Rhythm Method Quartet
  • Yemaya - Okuo and Other Songs by Jeryl Johnston
  • performance by Maritza Garibay and Austin Richey 
  • Wasteland by Steve Darling, performed by Jennifer Rodriguez and Alec Burke
  • Being Black by Joe Moore III, performed by Andrés Morales
  • Memories performed and composed by Lucas Sem

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Music & Performances |

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Job Seekers: Summer Networking Picnic
Fri, Jun 20, 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.
Family Matinee Series: "Toy Story"
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
In this 1995 Pixar Animation classic, secretly living toys Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear are rivals for the affection of their owner, Andy. 1 hour, 21 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jun 21, 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.
Princeton Zine Fest
Sat, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 1st Floor Exhibit Area,Community Room,Hinds Plaza
The second Princeton Zine Fest features an expanded marketplace, music by WPRB and a chance to make your own zines.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Jun 21, 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.
Listen Local: Stay Tuned
Sun, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
Stay Tuned, a local quintet, performs a concert of garage pop, soul and grunge music as part of the annual Listen Local series. On Hinds Plaza, weather permitting, or in the Community Room.
Workshop: Writers Room
Mon, Jun 23, 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: Animal Adventures
Mon, Jun 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.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Jun 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Presentation: Plastic and Our Community's Health
Mon, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
A panel of advocates will discuss the impact of plastics on our health and environment, along with practical steps we can take to lessen those impacts.
Citizenship Test Prep Course
Mon, Jun 23, 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. Class is full.
Feminist Book Discussion Group
Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The group discusses "The Last Fire Season: A Personal and Pyronatural History" by Manjula Martin. Registration requested, but not required.
English Conversation
Mon, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult family member or guardian. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures
Tue, Jun 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.
Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up
Tue, Jun 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Lobby
Items that are part of our Library of Things will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Jun 24, 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.
Princeton Tech Meetup: AI for Founder Driven Growth
Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Join the Princeton Tech Meetup community for an evening of networking, collaboration, and an insightful presentation by Prasaath Sathiamurthy.
Register
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 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.
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Wed, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 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, Jun 25, 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: Storytime!
Thu, Jun 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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, Jun 26, 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: Special Storytime with Betsy Bird and Andrea Tsurumi
Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Author Betsy Bird and illustrator Andrea Tsurumi present their new book, "POP! Goes the Nursery Rhyme," followed by a hands-on craft activity and book signing.
Dancing Under the Stars
Fri, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 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, Jun 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.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Jun 28, 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.
Playtime Fun: Build it!
Mon, Jun 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 Group
Mon, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.
Film: Monday Movie Matinees
Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Films that reflect "Color Our World," the theme of this year's Summer Reading program for adults, are screened on Monday afternoons.
Tech: Have Smartphone, Will Travel
Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn about various smartphone apps to make traveling easier, less stressful and paper-free.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Citizenship Test Prep Course
Mon, Jun 30, 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. Class is full.
Art Talk and Opening Reception: "Celestial Bodies"
Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Artist Rashad Malik Davis discusses the inspiration and technique behind his exhibit on view in the second-floor Reading Room. Tour of artwork and reception to follow.
English Conversation
Mon, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult family member or guardian. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Playtime Fun: Build it!
Tue, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 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.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Jul 02, 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, Jul 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
Wed, Jul 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Baby Play Group
Wed, Jul 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.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Jul 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Thu, Jul 03, 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, Jul 03, 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, Jul 03, 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.
Tech: iCloud
Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use iCloud and iCloud Drive to keep your files and data safe, secure and accessible. Registration required.
Color Our World: Butterfly Window Ornament
Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids in first through fourth grade are invited to make a colorful, paper, "stained glass effect" butterfly to decorate a window.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 05, 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.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Jul 05, 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.
Kids: Take & Make - Rockin' Paper Shark
Sun, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Mon, Jul 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
English Conversation
Mon, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Reading: "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"
Mon, Jul 07, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Community members read an amended version of Frederick Douglass' influential speech, given on July 5, 1852, in Rochester, New York, to the Rochester Ladies Anti-Slavery Society.
Register
Power of Words
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this four-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.
This event is full
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult family member or guardian. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Tue, Jul 08, 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.
Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Tue, Jul 08, 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, Jul 09, 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, Jul 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Jul 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Baby Play Group
Wed, Jul 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.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Jul 09, 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: Storytime!
Thu, Jul 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Speed Reads
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Read a sample of an advance reader's copy of a recently (or soon-to-be released) book and discuss with the group.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Jul 10, 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, Jul 10, 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.
Why You See That Ad - How Your Data Is Collected and What You Can Do About It
Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This hourlong class is designed to help internet and app users understand what information is being collected about them, who collects it, how it is used and what the risks are.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Jul 10, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1
The group discusses "Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick: Stories from the Harlem Renaissance" by Zora Neale Hurston. All are welcome.
Performance: "The Devil and Daisy Dirt" - A Garden State Gothic, Alt-Folk Event
Thu, Jul 10, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site - Arts Council of Princeton
Alex Dawson, Dan Diana, Arlan Fieles and Jackie Foge present a bluegrass tall tale about the Jersey Devil featuring live music and an 8′ wearable puppet. Registration requested; space is limited.
Minecraft Mania
Fri, Jul 11, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Join us for Minecraft-themed games and crafts. For ages 7 and up.
Dancing Under the Stars
Fri, Jul 11, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 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: Take & Make - My First Garden Kit
Sat, Jul 12, 9:00am - 11:00am
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.
Family Matinee Series: "The Goonies"
Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
In this classic 1980s adventure film, a group of misfit kids sets out to find a pirate’s ancient treasure in the hope of saving their home from foreclosure. PG. 1 hour, 54 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 12, 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.
Workshop: Nature Photography with Your Phone
Sat, Jul 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Mountain Lakes House
Learn how to train your eye to take better photos of nature with your smartphone. Registration required.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Jul 12, 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.
Listen Local: New Yacht City
Sun, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
New Yacht City plays smooth yacht rock and R&B-inspired sounds of the '70s and '80s featuring songs from bands like Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers and Toto.
Playtime Fun: Farm Friends
Mon, Jul 14, 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: Monday Movie Matinees
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Films that reflect "Color Our World," the theme of this year's Summer Reading program for adults, are screened on Monday afternoons.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Teen Center
Rising fifth to ninth graders learn the basics of debate and public speaking under the guidance of experienced high school student debaters. Novice and experienced debaters are welcome.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 9:00am
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Cancelled
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.
English Conversation
Mon, Jul 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.
Power of Words
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this four-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult family member or guardian. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Playtime Fun: Farm Friends
Tue, Jul 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.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp
Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Story Room,Teen Center
Rising fifth to ninth graders learn the basics of debate and public speaking under the guidance of experienced high school student debaters. Novice and experienced debaters are welcome.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 9:00am
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Jul 15, 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.
Workshop: Writers Room Online
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
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
Catherine Project Book Group
Tue, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 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.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Teen Center
Rising fifth to ninth graders learn the basics of debate and public speaking under the guidance of experienced high school student debaters. Novice and experienced debaters are welcome.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 9:00am
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Jul 16, 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, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
Summer Reading Soirée featuring Claire Messud - in Conversation with Amy Jo Burns
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off-Site - Morven Museum & Garden
The author discusses her book "This Strange Eventful History" at this annual gathering of book lovers featuring refreshments, door prizes and more. Registration requested; space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Jul 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
Thu, Jul 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
Thu, Jul 17, 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.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp
Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Story Room,Teen Center
Rising fifth to ninth graders learn the basics of debate and public speaking under the guidance of experienced high school student debaters. Novice and experienced debaters are welcome.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 9:00am
Job Seekers: Quantifying Results on Your Resume
Fri, Jul 18, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Executive career coach Ed Samuel shares techniques to share your successes as tangible and quantifiable accomplishments to help your resume stand out and highlight your value as an employee.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp: Final Debate
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Family and friends are invited to attend to final debate by participants in our Debate and Public Speaking Camp.
Debate and Public Speaking Camp
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Teen Center
Rising fifth to ninth graders learn the basics of debate and public speaking under the guidance of experienced high school student debaters. Novice and experienced debaters are welcome.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 9:00am
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jul 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
Sat, Jul 19, 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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