Name: Local Author Day: Author Fair
Start: 2022-05-07T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2022-05-07T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Princeton Public Library

Local Author Day: Author Fair

2022-05-07 14:00:00 2022-05-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Day: Author Fair Princeton Public Library - Community Room, 1st Floor Exhibit Area

Saturday, May 07
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-05-07 14:00:00 2022-05-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Day: Author Fair Find fiction and nonfiction for all ages from local published authors, who will be available to sell and sign their books on the first floor of the library. Princeton Public Library - Community Room, 1st Floor Exhibit Area

Princeton Public Library

Community Room, 1st Floor Exhibit Area

Find fiction and nonfiction for all ages from local published authors, who will be available to sell and sign their books on the first floor of the library.

Princeton Public Library’s Local Author Day celebrates the creativity and skill of authors working in the region. This year, our 11th Local Author Day author fair returns to the library and gives readers a chance to connect with authors from the area.

Meet more than 20 local authors, including featured authors Colby Cedar Smith, Caitlin Mullen, and Dave Jordan. Click here to view the full list of participating authors.

Event Schedule

Friday, May 6

7 p.m., Zoom. Writer Beware with Richard C. White

Saturday, May 7

10 a.m., Zoom. Introduction to Personal Storytelling with Terry Wolfisch Cole
2 p.m., Princeton Public Library. Author Fair

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

TAGS: | LAD |

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Job Seekers: Quantifying Results on Your Resume

Fri, Nov 22, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Executive career coach Ed Samuel shares how to differentiate your resume, draw readers to your measurable success, and identify best practices for quantifying your accomplishments.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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

Health Insurance Open Enrollment 2024/25

Fri, Nov 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual - Zoom

Yamilet Zegarra of the Family Resource Network explains how to obtain health insurance coverage through GetCoveredNJ and NJ Family Care. This program will also be presented in Spanish at 11:30 a.m.

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Fri, Nov 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at this interactive, in-person story time featuring books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement. For children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

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Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Registration is now closed

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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Rescheduled

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Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Community Room

At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator, tambourine or your voice to join the fun.

Playtime Fun: Puppet Play

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Citizenship Test Prep Course

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Poetry Reading: Alicia Ostriker and Hayden Saunier

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Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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SCORE Seminar: Starting a Home-Based Business

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Janet Pickover presents on the unique characteristics and challenges of starting a home-based business, from the impact on home life to requirements for zoning, licensing, insurance and more.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Nov 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Playtime Fun: Puppet Play

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Princeton 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, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference 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, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Nov 27, 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.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group

Thu, Nov 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual

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

Cancelled

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Nov 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Cancelled

Baby Play Group

Thu, Nov 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Cancelled

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Nov 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

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Fri, Nov 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Teens: Fall Python Series

Sat, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

In this five-part series, students in grades 6 to 12 will explore the core concepts of coding through interactive exercises and projects led by Princeton High School students.

Registration is now closed

Living Latin, Part I & II (combined)

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Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication. Weekly meetings support self-guided study through the Paideia Institute's "Living Latin."

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Sun, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Elementa: Introduction to Latin, Part II - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

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Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Mon, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

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Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

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Imagination Station: Build with Lego

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Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Children in first through fifth grade use their creativity, individually or as a group, to build with Lego bricks. A theme or challenge will be provided for those looking for inspiration.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Tech: Adobe Lightroom Classic Part 2

Mon, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Expand on concepts learned in the Nov. 4 Part 1 class to obtain professional looking photos. Registration required.

This event is full

English Conversation Group

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Continuing Conversations on Race

Mon, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Michele Tuck-Ponder presents "Where Have All the Black Women Gone?"

English Conversation Group

Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Tue, Dec 03, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Princeton 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.

Exhibit Opening: Karen Tuveson and Chandini Powar

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Artists Karen Tuveson and Chandini Powar discuss and answer questions about the exhibits of their work on display on the second floor.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference 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, Dec 04, 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, Dec 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Dec 04, 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: Homework Help

Wed, Dec 04, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Sustainable Minds: The State of Clean Energy

Wed, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Experts discuss the state of clean energy in New Jersey including key developments, challenges, and opportunities shaping New Jersey’s clean energy future.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Dec 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Fiction Book Group

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

The group discusses "The Vulnerables" by Sigrid Nunez.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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, Dec 05, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Community Newsroom

Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Journalist Ambreen Ali, founder of local news outlet Central Desi, is the featured speaker. Registration requested.

Tech: Introduction to Adobe InDesign

Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn to use Adobe InDesign to create digital and print media. Registration required.

Job Seekers: Employee to Entrepreneur through Franchising

Fri, Dec 06, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sean Haggerty and John Armstrong provide an overview of what a franchise is and is not, government regulations for franchises, and researching and selecting the right franchise for long-term success.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Dec 06, 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: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Dec 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Teens: Fall Python Series

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

In this five-part series, students in grades 6 to 12 will explore the core concepts of coding through interactive exercises and projects led by Princeton High School students.

Registration is now closed

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Science Saturdays

Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in grades five to eight at these monthly events.

Registration opens Saturday, November 23 2024 at 9:00am

Living Latin, Part I & II (combined)

Sun, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication. Weekly meetings support self-guided study through the Paideia Institute's "Living Latin."

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Elementa: Introduction to Latin, Part II - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication and exploring Roman culture.

Performance: Sustainable Jazz Duo

Sun, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The duo, featuring Steve Hiltner on saxophone and clarinet and Phil Orr on piano, performs original jazz compositions at this Listen Local event.

Kids: French Baby Storytime

Sun, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for babies and their caregivers.

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Mon, Dec 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Feminist Book Discussion Group

Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

This group explores intersectional feminism through readings and discussion of five timely topics: Creation, Care, Computation, Climate and Community. Presented in partnership with YWCA Princeton.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

English Conversation Group

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference 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.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Discussion: Book Flood

Tue, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Based on the Icelandic tradition of Jolabokaflod, attendees and library staff gather to discuss their favorite recent books and find their next great read.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Tue, Dec 10, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Princeton 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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: Get More Out of Gmail

Wed, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to manage Gmail more effectively. Registration required.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Dec 11, 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: Homework Help

Wed, Dec 11, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Presentation: Colonial Taverns of New Jersey

Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Author Michael Gabriele explores the rich history of taverns in Colonial New Jersey. Enjoy some hot cider as you discover the crucial role of taverns in the American Revolution.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Dec 12, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

The group discusses "South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of America" by Imani Perry. All are welcome.

Job Seekers: Career Coach Panel Discussion and Q&A

Fri, Dec 13, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Coaches Madeleine Elmgren, Chrystal McArthur and Alan Kirshner answer your most pressing questions related to career development, job search and landing that great new role.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Dec 13, 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: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Dec 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Teens: Fall Python Series

Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

In this five-part series, students in grades 6 to 12 will explore the core concepts of coding through interactive exercises and projects led by Princeton High School students.

Registration is now closed

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Students in grades 6-8 are welcome to join a fun monthly discussion of books and other interests.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.

Living Latin, Part I & II (combined)

Sun, Dec 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication. Weekly meetings support self-guided study through the Paideia Institute's "Living Latin."

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Elementa: Introduction to Latin, Part II - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

Sun, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication and exploring Roman culture.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference 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: Farm Friends

Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Mon, Dec 16, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Dec 16, 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.

English Conversation Group

Mon, Dec 16, 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, Dec 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Tue, Dec 17, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Princeton 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.

Catherine Project Book Group - Democracy: 12 Classic Texts

Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This yearlong book group examines fundamental texts in history and political theory, focusing particularly upon the theme of democracy. Established in partnership with the Catherine Project.

This event is full

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly Zoom group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.

Songwriters Circle and Open Mic

Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Princeton Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association provides feedback and tips to help songwriters improve at this event that also includes an acoustic open mic.

Cancelled

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Dec 18, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Community members are invited to meet staff from Princeton Human Services Department and partner organizations during these "open office" hours on the third Wednesday of each month.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Dec 18, 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: Homework Help

Wed, Dec 18, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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

Workshop: Bullet Journal Club

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This social club meets once each month to set up personalized bullet journals for the month to come. Some materials will be provided, or bring your own preferred supplies. For adults and teens 16+.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Thu, Dec 19, 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. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Princeton Tech Meetup: Holiday Networking Event

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Members of the Princeton area tech community, including creatives, entrepreneurs and investors are invited to attend this networking event. Registration encouraged, but not required. All are welcome.

Job Seekers: Holiday Networking Social

Fri, Dec 20, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Bring a treat to share and join with other job seekers and career coaches for networking and socializing.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Dec 20, 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: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Dec 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.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Living Latin, Part I & II (combined)

Sun, Dec 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication. Weekly meetings support self-guided study through the Paideia Institute's "Living Latin."

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Elementa: Introduction to Latin, Part II - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

Sun, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Participants join a five-week course introducing Latin as a language for reading, writing, and communication and exploring Roman culture.

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Thu, Nov 21	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 22	9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23	9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 24	12:00PM to 6:00PM

Local Author Day: Author Fair

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