Name: NJ Makers Day 2022
Start: 2022-03-26T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2022-03-26T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Princeton Public Library

NJ Makers Day 2022

2022-03-26 10:00:00 2022-03-26 16:00:00 America/New_York NJ Makers Day 2022 Princeton Public Library -

Saturday, March 26
10:00am - 4:00pm

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Princeton Public Library

Stop by the library for special Take and Make kits for home and an afternoon of self-guided activities.

Princeton Public Library joins libraries, schools and nonprofits across the Garden State for a celebration of the 8th Annual NJ Makers Day.

Take and Make kits for various ages will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

For kids: Make Your Own Catapult and DIY Balancing Robot

For teens: LED Light-Up Card

2-4 p.m. — Learn about and explore items focused on content creation that are available to borrow from our Library of Things collection. The CreativeBug database will also be featured and Take and Make kits for adults to create their own macramé keychain will be available. Location: Cafe area.

2:30-4 p.m. — Self-guided engineering-related activities on the third floor.

For additional maker activities for kids, tune into Lit Lab. Each Lit Lab includes a book read-aloud and related maker activity to do at home, plus a curated list of additional books, media and maker activities on the same theme. We also encourage families to share their own inspired creations by sending photos to kids@princetonlibrary.org or tagging @princetonpl on Instagram or Twitter.

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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.

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.

Library Reads

Mon, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Concert: The 1966 Show

Sun, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

A 13-piece band of Einstein Alley musicians performs songs from 1966 by artists including The Beatles, Neil Diamond, The Temptations, The Beach Boys and many others. Rain date is July 26.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Jul 21, 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: Game On!

Mon, Jul 21, 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: Microsoft Excel for Beginners Part 1

Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Become familiar with Microsoft Excel for Mac in this two-part course. Part 2 is July 28 at 1 p.m. Registration required.

English Conversation (virtual)

Mon, Jul 21, 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 21, 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 22, 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 22, 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: Game On!

Tue, Jul 22, 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.

Color Our World: Make a Colorful Butterfly

Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Kids in first through fourth grade use their creativity to complete a colorful, wood butterfly craft.

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Mon, Jun 16	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 17	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 18	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 19	Closed
(Closed for Juneteenth)
Fri, Jun 20	9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 21	9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 22	12:00PM to 6:00PM

NJ Makers Day 2022

Saturday, March 2610:00am - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton Public Library

Upcoming events

Saturday, March 26
10:00am - 4:00pm