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Tech: Website Types and Best Practices

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Tuesday, July 19
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-07-19 14:00:00 2022-07-19 15:30:00 America/New_York Tech: Website Types and Best Practices Learn the best practices for the development of web and blog sites. In person in the Tech Center. Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Princeton Public Library

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Learn the best practices for the development of web and blog sites. In person in the Tech Center.

This class will introduce the variety of websites and blog sites available, the pros and cons of each, and best practices for website development. It will also introduce some of the tools and programs available for creating a site, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click and site analytics. Instructor: David Schuchman.

This class take place in-person at the library. Registration is required.

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Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

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Mon, May 04, 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.

Kids: eSTEAM Club: Paper Circuits and Light Sabers

Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

In this session, students in grades 1 to 4 are introduced to the mechanisms of circuits to create their own light sabers using paper circuits in celebration of Star Wars Day.

Registration opens Friday, April 24 2026 at 4:00pm

Learn English at The Library

Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.

Book Launch: "Convergence" - Poetry on Environmental Impacts of War

Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Newsroom

Poets featured in the book appear in person and virtually to present readings of their work, offering a groundbreaking and vital perspective on war’s destruction of the natural world.

English Conversation (virtual)

Mon, May 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Build it!

Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tech: All Things Google

Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Get to know all the tools offered by Google including Gmail, Google Earth and more. Registration required.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Tue, May 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.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, May 05, 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.Register

Kids: Tinker Tuesday: Lego

Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in grades 3 to 5 are invited to explore, create, design and problem-solve during this monthly building session. This month features Lego.

Presentation: Highlighting "Requiem for Robert F. Kennedy"

Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Pro Musica presents a discussion of "Requiem for Robert F. Kennedy," a piece composed by Frank Lewin in 1969. This program offers insight into the work ahead of its May 9 live performance.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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, May 06, 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, May 06, 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, May 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Play Group

Wed, May 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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 & Teens: Homework Help

Wed, May 06, 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.

Teens: Workshop Series with Folk Musician Joy Sankar

Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Students in grades 6-9 are invited to play traditional handmade instruments and create new music with Bengali folk musician Joy Sankar. Registration required.

Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 9:00am

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Author: Patricia Albers

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Writer and art historian Patricia Albers discusses her book "Everything is Photograph: A Life of André Kertész," the first full biography of the innovative “father of modern photography..”

English Conversation (in person)

Thu, May 07, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, May 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, May 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Play Group

Thu, May 07, 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.

Learn English at the Library

Thu, May 07, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.

Tech Help from Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.

Kids & Teens: Homework Help

Thu, May 07, 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.

Kids: Coding with Byte Budz

Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Students in grades 1 to 3 learn the basics of block coding through interactive lessons and activities. Led by teen coders of Byte Budz.

Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 4:00pm

Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - Advanced

Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Those with at least a basic knowledge of Final Cut Pro, or who have attended the April 30 introductory class, learn more advanced video creation and editing skills. Registration required.

Lecture: "The Boston Massacre" - Revolution Up Close: A Public Lecture Series

Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton University - Robertson Hall 100 (Arthur Lewis Auditorium)

Serena Zabin presents her book "The Boston Massacre: A Family History" as the second lecture related to Firestone exhibit "Nursery of the Rebellion."

English Conversation (in person)

Fri, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Take & Make - Batman inspired craft

Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, May 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sat, May 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

"Growing Up True": A Local History Read-Aloud - with Patty True Payne

Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a special read‑aloud of Growing Up True, a book inspired by the childhood of Patty True Payne whose family roots run deep in the Black farming communities of the Sourland Mountain region.

Meeting: New Jersey Tolkien Society

Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The Mercer Oakenshield Fellowship invites all Princeton-area Tolkien fans to its monthly New Jersey Tolkien Society meeting.

Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, May 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.

Author: Eve J. Chung - A Book Brunch Event

Sun, May 10, 10:45am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses her novel "The Young Will Remember" with Radha Lin Chaddah. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee and pastries. Presented in partnership with Princeton Active Circle.

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, May 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

Tech Help for Seniors

Mon, May 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Assistance with technology issues is provided by volunteers from AmeriCorps. Drop in at any time during the session.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Mon, May 11, 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 (in person)

Mon, May 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Learn English at The Library

Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.

Author: Derrick Palmer

Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The cofounder of the Amazon Labor Union discusses his newly released book "Handbook for the Revolution: Building a More Perfect Union for the Twenty-First Century."

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:35pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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

English Conversation (virtual)

Mon, May 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

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

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group.

English Conversation (in person)

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

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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.Register

Teens: VRcade - Beat Saber

Tue, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Teens 13+ are invited to explore the world of virtual reality (VR) with games.

Financial Empowerment Program

Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This eight-session program gives an overview of financial basics including credit, debt management, investment, taxes, insurance and more and includes one-on-on coaching.Register

Nerdy Nook

Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Local scientists, engineers, historians, anthropologists and others discuss the wacky and wild histories behind their areas of expertise, as well as the work they do in the lab.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 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, May 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Play Group

Wed, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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.

Tech: Creating with Canva

Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to create attention-grabbing print and digital promotional materials, from flyers and posters to social media posts and beyond. Registration required.

Teens: Workshop Series with Folk Musician Joy Sankar

Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Students in grades 6-9 are invited to play traditional handmade instruments and create new music with Bengali folk musician Joy Sankar. Registration required.

Registration opens Monday, April 27 2026 at 9:00am

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Author: Andrés Martinez presents "One World, Two Footballs"

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Great Game Lab director Andrés Martinez discusses the convergence of footballing in this talk based on his book "The Great Game: A Tale of Two Footballs and America’s Quest to Conquer Global Sport.".

English Conversation (in person)

Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, May 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.

Fiction Book Group

Thu, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "Audition" by Katie Kitamura.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, May 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Play Group

Thu, May 14, 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.

Learn English at the Library

Thu, May 14, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.

Exhibit Opening: Spirits Among Us - Yōkai Paintings by Minako Ota

Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Artist Minako Ota discusses and answer questions about her exhibit "Spirits Among Us," currently on display in the second floor reading room until June 26.

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, May 14, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1

The group discusses "The Book of Delights" by Ross Gay. All are welcome.

Call for Entries: Yōkai Fan Art Competition

Fri, May 15, All day

Princeton Public Library

Teens ages 13-19 are invited to create an original piece of art inspired by the mythological creatures of Japanese anime and manga. Pick up an entry form and contest paper at the Youth Services desk.

English Conversation (in person)

Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.

Kids: Family Matinee Series: "Batman: The Movie" (1966)

Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 11:30am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This campy adaptation of the hit ‘60s television series was the first full length movie featuring the DC Comics character. PG. 1 hour, 45 minutes.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, May 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Workshop: Card-making Class for Adults

Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Participants will learn techniques to create four unique greeting cards that can be sent at any time of the year to stay in touch with loved ones. Registration is required.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, May 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Author: K.L. Walther

Sun, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

YA author K.L. Walther discusses her latest novel, "The Summer of Second Chances," with the library's Teen Advisory Board. Book signing to follow.

Kids: Build Your Own Yōkai

Sun, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Artist Minako Ota leads a workshop where third through sixth graders will learn the history of yōkai and create their own.

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, May 17, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Teens: Build Your Own Yōkai

Sun, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Artist Minako Ota leads a workshop where seventh to 12th graders will learn the history of yōkai and create their own.

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