Teens: Youth Community Service Launch Pad

Fri, Sep 20, 9:00am - 6:00pm

New date Friday, September 20, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library

The Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library's Annual Sale has thousands of books for readers of all ages in the Community Room.

Job Seekers: The Power of In-Person Networking

Fri, Sep 20, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library's Annual Sale has thousands of books for readers of all ages in the Community Room.

Fri, Sep 20, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Amy Raditz offers a highly interactive session designed to hone your in-person networking skills. Learn how to introduce yourself and tell your story to make a positive, lasting impact.

Family Movie Matinee - New York International Children's Film Festival

Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library's Annual Sale has thousands of books for readers of all ages in the Community Room.

Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This compilation of short films from the 2024 New York International Children’s Film Festival is recommended for children 5 and up. 1 hour, 10 minutes

Peace Flags Collaborative Art Project

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Cancelled

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sat, Sep 21, 2:15pm - 2:45pm

Princeton Public Library

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Sat, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area

To celebrate the International Day of Peace, kids of all ages are invited to drop by the third floor to help create a garland with paper flags decorated with drawings and messages about peace.

Family Movie Matinee - New York International Children's Film Festival

Sun, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This compilation of short films from the 2024 New York International Children’s Film Festival is recommended for children 5 and up. 1 hour, 10 minutes

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Sep 22, 12:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library's Annual Sale has thousands of books for readers of all ages in the Community Room.

Sun, Sep 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.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Mon, Sep 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Special Event: Stand with the Banned Read-Out - A Banned Books Week Event

Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Community leaders, authors and advocates of all ages will read from banned books in a show of support for communities and individuals dealing with censorship.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

Art Talk: 7ove Child and Cheng-Fen Johannemann

Mon, Sep 23, 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.

Mon, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The artists discuss the inspiration and technique behind the exhibits of their work on view in the library's second-floor gallery spaces. Tour of artwork and reception to follow.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Sep 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Movie: "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington"

Tue, Sep 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This Frank Capra classic features Jimmy Stewart as a naive, newly appointed United States senator who fights against government corruption. 2 hours, 9 minutes.

Film: "Lafayette: The Lost Hero"

Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This documentary explores the life of Marquis Gilbert de Lafayette and evaluates his role in the establishment of America's democracy.

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 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, Sep 25, 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.

Wed, Sep 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.

Wed, Sep 25, 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.

Discussion: Hyacinth Miller: "What is Civic Participation?"

Wed, Sep 25, 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 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Morven Museum & Garden

Hyacinth Miller of Rutgers University - Newark School of Arts and Sciences leads the third program in the "So You Think You Know Civics?" series. In-person at Morven and on Zoom.

Princeton Tech Meetup: The Inner Workings of Cybersecurity

Wed, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Jon Lilly presents "Inside the Black-Box: Inner Workings of a Cybersecurity Organization" and offers some practical tips. Register through Princeton Tech Meetup.

Princeton History Walks: Hidden Princeton

Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Library staff lead a walk highlighting forgotten aspects of Princeton's history and sharing favorite stories connected to Princeton’s past. Meet in the lobby; walk will depart at 10 a.m.

This event is full

Thu, Sep 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.

Thu, Sep 26, 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 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.

Thu, Sep 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.

Discussion: Ismar Volić in Conversation with Sam Wang

Thu, Sep 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.

Tech: iCloud

Thu, Sep 26, 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.

Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author presents his new book in conversation with Princeton University's Sam Wang. "Making Democracy Count" explains how we can repair our democracy by rebuilding the mechanisms that power it.

Job Seekers: The Job Search Process, Session 3

Fri, Sep 27, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This three-part series is designed to equip job seekers with the essential tools and strategies needed for a successful job search. Topics include resumes, interview preparation, networking and more.

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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.

Music: Unruly Sounds Festival

Sat, Sep 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.

Sat, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

An afternoon of music by local composers that showcases local bands and musicians and features rising talents in the Princeton University graduate composition program. Full schedule to follow.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Sep 28, 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.

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Sep 29, 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."

Sun, Sep 29, 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 I - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

Sun, Sep 29, 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.

Authors: Jane Carr and Lori Harrison-Kahan

Sun, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Editors Jane Carr and Lori Harrison-Kahan, in conversation with Valerie Popp, discuss "The Case of Lizzie Borden and Other Writings," a comprehensive collection of writings by Elizabeth Garver Jordan.

Tech: Librarian Bootcamp - Morning Tech Series

Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual - Zoom

Discover our librarians' go-to resources for reliable information on a myriad of subjects. On Zoom. Registration required.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Mon, Sep 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Panel: "Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology"

Mon, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This panel explores how "Latino Poetry: the Library of America Anthology" comprises a groundbreaking anthology celebrating the poetic traditions of Latin America. Hybrid. Registration requested.

Mon, Sep 30, 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.

AI and Elections - Manipulation, Misinformation and "Deep-fakes"

Tue, Oct 01, 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: Build it!

Tue, Oct 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Tue, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Learn how generative AI tools are impacting election manipulation and how to detect and report AI-driven misinformation.

Movie: "All the King's Men"

Tue, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The rise and fall of an idealistic but ruthless politician in the American South is traced in this 1949 drama starring Broderick Crawford. 1 hour, 50 minutes.

Author Talk: Sheila Vakharia

Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:25pm

Virtual - Zoom

The author discusses her book, "The Harm Reduction Gap" as part of the Mayors Wellness Campaign. On Zoom.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Meet The Center for Family Services

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Members of the Center for Family Services will be on hand to talk about their work and volunteer opportunities including the LifeTies Mentoring program.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Princeton Chief of Police Chris Tash discusses the role of the Princeton Police Department press officer and available resources for department-related inquiries.

Job Seekers: Money Saving Strategies During Transition

Fri, Oct 04, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Bill LaChance and Sudha Anand discuss strategies to help with cash flow during a career transition, covering topics including insurance, taxes, the SECURE Retirement Act and more.

Discussion: Power of Words

Fri, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this six-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

Special Saturday Storytime with Sharee Miller

Sat, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Author and illustrator Sharee Miller, who created the poster for this year's Princeton Children's Book Festival, launches the festival with a special edition of Saturday Storytime.

Princeton Children's Book Festival

Sat, Oct 05, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Favorite authors and illustrators of books for children and teens gather on Hinds Plaza to meet and interact with readers. Rain or shine. Book sales provided by jaZams.

Princeton Children's Book Festival: Arts and Crafts

Sat, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 1st Floor Exhibit Area

Free arts and crafts activities for kids will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on the first floor of the library during the Princeton Children's Book Festival.

Princeton Symphony Orchestra "Petting Zoo" - presented as part of the Princeton Children's Book Festival

Sat, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Hinds Plaza

Kids are invited to try an instrument and meet a Princeton Symphony Orchestra musician during the Princeton Children's Book Festival.

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Oct 06, 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."

Sun, Oct 06, 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.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

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

Sun, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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

Teaching Literacy with Latin - Beginner's Latin for the Elementary Grades

Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

Elementary age participants join a four-week course introducing the Latin language and Roman culture through interactive learning and games.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Mon, Oct 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Continuing Conversations on Race

Mon, Oct 07, 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.

Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Nathalie Edmond discusses strategies for centering racial justice and balancing compassion with accountability highlighted in her book "Mindful Race Talk: Building Literacy, Fluency and Agility."

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tue, Oct 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

PSO Soundtracks: "Picture Perfect: Music and the Movies"

Tue, Oct 08, 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.

Tech: Adobe Acrobat Pro

Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Discover the handy features available with Adobe Acrobat Pro, now available on all iMacs in the library's Technology Center. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Radio host and music journalist Ross Amico discusses the role of music in film, sharing personal interactions with some of his favorite film scores and observations on the evolution of movie music.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 09, 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.

"Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home" Discussion Series

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Poets Enriqueta Carrington and Carlos Hernández Peña host four discussions based upon the "Places We Call Home" Project Reader, highlighting themes and traditions informing "Latino poetry." Hybrid.

Author: Daniel Chandler in Conversation with Angus Deaton - Library Live at Labyrinth

Wed, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Economist and philosopher Daniel Chandler discusses his recently released book "Free and Equal: A Manifesto for a Just Society" with Princeton University professor emeritus Angus Deaton.

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

The group discusses "This Other Eden" by Paul Harding.

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Items that are part of our Library of Things will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.

Tech: Paperless Vacation Planning

Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Discover how to use websites and apps to make vacation planning less stressful and costly. Registration required.

Author: Diana Weymar on "Crafting a Better World" - A Labyrinth and Library Collaboration

Thu, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Diana Weymar, the creator and curator of the public art projects Interwoven Stories and Tiny Pricks Project, discusses her book "Crafting a Better World: Inspiration and DIY Projects for Craftivists."

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Oct 10, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

The group discusses "The Trayvon Generation" by Elizabeth Alexander. All are welcome.

Job Seekers: Success Stories for Interviews

Fri, Oct 11, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Paul Cecala offers an interactive session on effectively sharing your success stories to help you stand out to hiring managers and provide insight into your skills and value during interviews.

Discussion: Power of Words

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this six-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Teens: Take & Make - Candle Painting - Candle Painting

Fri, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

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

Family Movie Matinee: "Hotel Transylvania"

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

In this animated comedy, Adam Sandler voices Count Dracula, a doting father and vampire who runs a hotel for monsters PG. 1 hour, 31 minutes.

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Oct 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun discussion of books and other interests.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Oct 12, 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.

Course: Learn English at the Library (Registration Full)

Sun, Oct 13, 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."

Sun, Oct 13, 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 I - A Beginner's Latin Course for the Middle Grades

Sun, Oct 13, 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.

Teaching Literacy with Latin - Beginner's Latin for the Elementary Grades

Sun, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Elementary age participants join a four-week course introducing the Latin language and Roman culture through interactive learning and games.

Poetry Reading: Hanna Fox and Michael Comiskey

Sun, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Poets Hanna Fox and Michael Comiskey read from their latest collections and discuss their inspiration and writing process. Refreshments will be served, Book signing to follow.

Kids: French Baby Storytime

Sun, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for babies and their caregivers.

Playtime Fun: Puppet Play

Mon, Oct 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Author: Sara Bronin

Mon, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sara Bronin, author, professor and founder of the National Zoning Atlas, discusses her book "Key to the City: How Zoning Shapes Our World." Moderated discussion follows.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Film: "Fish War"

Mon, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This feature-length documentary highlights the violent struggle faced by Indigenous nations to exercise their treaty-protected right to harvest salmon in the Pacific Northwest. Registration requested.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

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

Mon, Oct 14, 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.

Playtime Fun: Puppet Play

Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tue, Oct 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 parents and caregivers to play with their child in a relaxed, fun and social learning space.

Princeton History Walks: Tigers of Princeton

Tue, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Library staff lead this walk highlighting the history of some of the notable tigers that can be found on Princeton's campus. Meet in the lobby; and the walk will depart at 12:30 p.m.

Movie: "The Last Hurrah"

Tue, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Spencer Tracy stars as a powerful New England mayor preparing for yet another election campaign in this 1958 classic. 2 hours, 1 minute.

Catherine Project Book Group - Democracy: 12 Classic Texts

Tue, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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, Oct 15, 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.

Author: John Grisham and Jim McCloskey - in Conversation with David A. Davis

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Off-Site - Nassau Presbyterian Church

The authors discuss their book, “Framed,” which features 10 stories of wrongful convictions and the hard-fought battles for exoneration that followed. Free tickets available starting Sept. 15.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Oct 16, 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.

Tech: Using Genealogy Databases - Morning Tech Series

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual - Zoom

Learn about the library's genealogy databases: Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest and Fold3 Library Edition.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 16, 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.

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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

Workshop: Bullet Journal Club

Wed, Oct 16, 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+.

Preparing Students with Disabilities - for a Successful Transition to College

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Learning disabilities specialist and author Elizabeth C. Hamblet discusses preparing students for a successful college transition.

Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy

Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Master calligrapher Michael Shiue teaches the basics of Chinese calligraphy in this six-week course. Registration is required and opens Sept. 16.

Beyond the Concert Book Group: "The Septembers of Shiraz" - PUC at the Library

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

A discussion of Dalia Sofer's bestselling novel "The Septembers of Shiraz" is held on Zoom in advance of Princeton University Concerts' Feb. 12 event with Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor.

Thu, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 17, 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.

Book Launch: "The Princeton University Trivia Book"

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Helene van Rossum and Daniel J. Linke discuss their book and share their favorite Princeton University trivia.

Beyond the Concert Book Group: "The Septembers of Shiraz" - PUC at the Library

Thu, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom

A discussion of Dalia Sofer's bestselling novel "The Septembers of Shiraz" is held on Zoom in advance of Princeton University Concerts' Feb. 12 event with Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor.

Job Seekers: Emotional Resilience

Fri, Oct 18, 9:45am - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Kelly Sachter offers strategies to improve your ability to respond to stressful or unexpected situations and crises, including job loss or transition.

English Conversation Group (D.Boyd)

Fri, Oct 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

2024 Green House Tour Video Screening and Discussion Panel

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Three videos featuring sustainable homes on Princeton’s 2024 Green House Tour will be screened, followed by a panel discussion with the homeowners and several experts in green building.

Color the Past for International Archeology Day

Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area

All are invited to color drawings of monuments and artifacts drafted by archaeologist and Princeton professor Howard Crosby Butler (1872-1922).

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Oct 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.

Sat, Oct 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Chemistry for Kids

Sat, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio

Kids 8 and up learn the basics of chemistry through demonstrations and hands-on experiments at these fun workshops led by Princeton University chemistry graduate students.

2024 Beyond Words - Beyond One Night

Sat, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Off-Site - Frick Chemistry Laboratory

This year's Beyond Words gala, hosted by the Friends and Foundation of Princeton Public Library, is a two-night celebration of the spirit of our community and the transformative power of the library.