Dancing Under the Stars

Silent Reading Read-Treat

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Thu, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:45am

Princeton Public Library

A 15-minute meet-and-greet to share the books, plays, films, etc. that participants may have recently enjoyed is followed by an hourlong silent reading period.

Thu, Aug 08, 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.

Thu, Aug 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

All Access Book Discussion Group

Thu, Aug 08, 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: STEM Camp

Thu, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Rising third- to fifth-graders learn the fundamentals of engineering design and experimentation in this weeklong camp led by Princeton High School students.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Special Collections, Firestone Library

Reading & Discovery with Princeton University Library Special Collections: Join us at Firestone Library to discuss a book and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.

This event is full

Black Voices Book Group

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

Virtual - Google Meet

The group discusses "The Grimkes: The Legacy of Slavery in America" by Kerri Greenidge. All are welcome.

Job Seekers: Your Story in 30 Seconds

Fri, Aug 09, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

"Landing Expert" Alex Freund leads an interactive session on creating a personalized and memorable elevator pitch, understanding how others interpret what you say, and making first impressions count.

Kids: Bluey Party

Fri, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Children ages 2-6 years old are invited to attend a Bluey-themed party with fun crafts and activities selected and led by our teen volunteers with staff supervision.

Kids: STEM Camp

Fri, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Rising third- to fifth-graders learn the fundamentals of engineering design and experimentation in this weeklong camp led by Princeton High School students.

Registration is now closed

Teens: Take & Make - Clay Wind Chimes

Fri, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center for a take home maker activity while supplies last.

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Aug 09, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Members of Central Jersey Dance demonstrate basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds on Hinds Plaza, weather permitting.

Sat, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Concert: Tigertown Classic Jazz - Listen Local 2024

Sat, Aug 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sun, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Sun, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Tigertown Classic Jazz, a six-piece band that plays traditional jazz music from the 1920s to the 1940s, will perform on Hinds Plaza. The concert will be rescheduled in case of inclement weather.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Canceled

Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Mon, Aug 12, 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, Aug 13, 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.

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

Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center

This interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Bring a blanket.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, Aug 13, 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Wed, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.

Wed, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Wed, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Wed, Aug 14, 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.

Canceled

Wed, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Meet Our Partner: Latin American Legal Defense Fund

Thu, Aug 15, 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.

Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Learn more about the work of the Latin American Legal Defense and Education fund and potential volunteer opportunities.

Thu, Aug 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Aug 15, 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.

Thu, Aug 15, 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.

Job Seekers: Library Resources to Help with Your Job Search

Fri, Aug 16, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Librarian Nora Walsh presents on the resources, classes and databases libraries can offer to job seekers, business owners or those in career transition.

Kids: Take & Make: Honey Bee

Sat, Aug 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Author: Juliette C. Wells

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

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

Off-Site - Morven Museum & Garden

Jane Austen scholar Juliette C. Welles delivers an illustrated lecture and discusses her recently published book "A New Jane Austen: How Americans Brought Us the World's Greatest Novelist."

SCORE Seminar: Starting a Nonprofit

Sat, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Aug 19, 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: Build it!

Mon, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Mon, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Presenter Ray Lee discusses what to consider when starting a nonprofit including the steps involved. Also covered will be finding guidance and help for funding, analysis and more.

Canceled

Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Mon, Aug 19, 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.

Tue, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center

This interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Bring a blanket.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Tue, Aug 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Catherine Project Book Group - Democracy: 12 Classic Texts

Tue, Aug 20, 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.

Tue, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tue, Aug 20, 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.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Aug 21, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

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.

Wed, Aug 21, 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.

Wed, Aug 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Aug 21, 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.

Wed, Aug 21, 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: Instagram Basics

Wed, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use Instagram to share pictures and videos with friends and family or advertise your business in an engaging and creative ways. Registration required.

Canceled

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Canceled

Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Workshop: Bullet Journal Club

Wed, Aug 21, 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+.

Thu, Aug 22, 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.

Thu, Aug 22, 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.

Thu, Aug 22, 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.

Job Seekers: Tell Me About Yourself

Thu, Aug 22, 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.

Fri, Aug 23, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Career coach Ed Samuel offers guidance on the pivotal interview prompt, "tell me about yourself," and offers best practices for giving a meaningful and memorable answer.

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Aug 23, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Members of Central Jersey Dance demonstrate basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds on Hinds Plaza, weather permitting.

Sat, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Sat, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

Concert: WomenRock!

Sun, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Off-Site - Palmer Square

Six female vocalists, backed by Princeton-area musicians, perform hits by women rock pioneers at this end-of-summer celebration concert on Palmer Square.

Mon, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Canceled

Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Mon, Aug 26, 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.

Tue, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center

This interactive storytime features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Bring a blanket.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, Aug 27, 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.

McCarter Live at the Library: Season Preview

Tue, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tue, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Director of Presented Programming Paula Abreu discuss the upcoming season at McCarter Theater.

Wed, Aug 28, 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.

Beyond the Concert Book Group: "The Pianist from Syria" - A Healing with Music Event

Wed, Aug 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Wed, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm

New venue 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.

Wed, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

A discussion of Aeham Ahmad's memoir, "The Pianist from Syria," is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Syrian clarinetist Kinan Azmeh and artist Kevork Mourad.

Wed, Aug 28, 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.

Tech: Getting Started with Google Drive

Wed, Aug 28, 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.

Wed, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to get the most out of Google Drive through management and organization. Registration required.

Canceled

Beyond the Concert Book Group: "The Pianist from Syria" - A Healing with Music Event

Wed, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Wed, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

A discussion of Aeham Ahmad's memoir, "The Pianist from Syria," is held in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Syrian clarinetist Kinan Azmeh and artist Kevork Mourad.

Thu, Aug 29, 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.

Thu, Aug 29, 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.

Thu, Aug 29, 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.

Thu, Aug 29, 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.

Sat, Aug 31, 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.

Playtime Fun: Puppet Play

Sat, Aug 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

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

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a playdate! These sessions offer an opportunity for parents and caregivers to play with their children, in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Continuing Conversations on Race

Tue, Sep 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.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Sep 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Synatra Smith, project manager for the NJ Black Heritage Trail, discusses the initiative to highlight Black history, heritage and culture. Presented in partnership with Not in Our Town Princeton.

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 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.

Beyond the Concert Keynote with Deborah Amos - A Healing with Music Event

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom

NPR's Deborah Amos discusses Aeham Ahmad's memoir "The Pianist from Syria" in advance of the Sept. 26 "Healing with Music" performance featuring clarinetist Kinan Azmeh and illustrator Kevork Mourad.

Thu, Sep 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.

Meet Princeton Community Housing

Thu, Sep 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.

Thu, Sep 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Connect with representatives of Princeton Community Housing and learn about its history and mission to provide, develop, manage and advocate for safe and affordable housing in the Princeton area.

Thu, Sep 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.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Sep 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Veteran N.J. political reporter Charles Stile, columnist at The Record, discusses the changing climate for journalists and the role a community-based newsroom might serve. Registration requested.