Homework Help

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Tue, 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 young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.

Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. This hybrid workshop is for beginners and experienced participants.

Registration is now closed

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

From Family to Fiction: Unearthing Historical Narratives

Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Author Lindsay Marie Morris shares how family history can inspire compelling historical fiction and shares techniques for weaving research and archival exploration into broader historical contexts.Register

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Oct 15, 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 15, 10:00am - 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, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Princeton History Walks: Tigers of Princeton

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

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

Lobby - Lobby

Library staff lead a 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. Rain date Oct. 15.

This event is full

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Cancelled

Presentation and Panel: The New Jersey Quantum Ecosystem

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Representatives of Nokia Bell Labs and Quantum Computing discuss their quantum activities followed by a panel discussion about the opportunity to grow the New Jersey quantum ecosystem.

5th Annual Munsee Language and History Symposium - Reconnecting with Lunaape Land, Language and History

Thu, Oct 16, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The symposium begins with a day at Princeton Public Library focusing on “Lunaape Books” and “Local Histories." Registration required for in person and virtual attendance. Register

Thu, 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Oct 16, 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 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.

Thu, 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.

Tech Help From Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thu, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Thu, Oct 16, 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: Open Art Studio

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Come create together at the library! This self-directed art-based program is for children in kindergarten through third grade with an adult caregiver. The art activity changes monthly.

Workshop: Mental Health Skills - In partnership with HiTOPS

Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Come learn about grounding, make a sensory stimulation kit, and build skills! (Ages 11-24.)

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

Job Seekers: Returning to Work After a Professional Gap

Thu, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Fri, Oct 17, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sara Madera offers guidance on transitioning back to work after a break. She identifies strategic, emotional and logistics needs and share tips and tools for implementation.

Film: Vincent and Theo - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 5:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Robert Altman's biopic feature film depicting the story of Vincent van Gogh and his relationship with his brother Theodore, who helped support Vincent, is screened. '

Beyond Words: An Evening with Mary Roach - Friends & Foundation of Princeton Public Library

Fri, Oct 17, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Off-Site - Nassau Presbyterian Church

The New York Times best-selling author discusses her new book, "Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy," at a VIP reception and author talk at Nassau Presbyterian Church. Tickets are limited.Register

Kids: Color the Past for International Archaeology Day

Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 4:00pm

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: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Rescheduled

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Saturday, October 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Film: "35,000 Watts" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A screening of the documentary exploring community radio pioneers, the culture of college radio and its impact on music history and culture. Panel discussion with WPRB and The Bronc to follow.

Film: "Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library

A screening of the documentary about the life of poet, Nikki Giovanni and the revolutionary historical periods through which she lived.

Special Event: No River Twice - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sat, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The group of poets, No River Twice, develops an interactive community performance in response to the screening of "Going to Mars: the Nikki Giovanni Project."

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Film: "Quartet" - Reel Inquiry: A Weekend of Arts & Humanities on Screen

Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A screening of the British musical comedy, based on the play "Quartet" by Ronald Harwood and directed by Dustin Hoffman, is followed by a discussion. PG-13. 1 hour, 38 minutes.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Oct 20, 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.

Kids: Take & Make - Garland inspired by 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'

Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 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.

Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Mon, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Author Talk: Christopher Eisgruber

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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 is required.Register

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber discusses his book, "Terms of Respect: How Colleges Get Free Speech Right," at this in-person and livestreamed event. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

This event is full

Cancelled

Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Tue, Oct 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 3 - Processing Interviews and Creating Access

Tue, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. This hybrid workshop is for beginners and experienced participants.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

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, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

Catherine Project Book Group

Tue, Oct 21, 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.Register

Author: Rhacel Salazar Parreñas - In Conversation with Martina Vandenberg

Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Rhacel Salazar Parreñas, in conversation with Martina Vandenberg, presents her book "The Trafficker Next Door: How Household Employers Exploit Domestic Workers." Registration requested, not required.

Wed, Oct 22, 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 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Items that are part of our Library of Things, including our new Story Collecting Kits, will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.

Wed, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Cancelled

Kids: Astronomy Academy - Unveiling the Universe 101

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Fourth- and fifth-graders explore astronomy and space science. Led by a Princeton High School student.

Twenty Years of 'Entitled Opinions' - An Evening with Robert Pogue Harrison

Wed, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Robert Pogue Harrison and Christy Wampole celebrate the 20-year anniversary of "Entitled Opinions" by sharing anecdotes about the guests and topics and a glimpse behind the scenes of the radio show.

PSO Soundtracks: Orpheus and Eurydice Retold

Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Storyteller Maria LoBiondo offers a retelling of the classic myth and invites you to explore its meaning as a preview to PSO's upcoming performance of Dobrinka Tabakova's "Orpheus' Comet."

Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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 23, 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, Oct 23, 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 23, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

All Access Book Discussion Group - "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls"

Thu, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Special Collections, Firestone Library

Join us at Firestone Library to discuss "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls" by Grady Hendrix and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.

Performance: An Evening of Neapolitan Songs

Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Mara Adler-O'Kelly performs famous and not-so-famous songs from Naples and discusses their history, meaning and connections to American history and culture.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

Friday Feature Film: Thelma

Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson she embarks on a journey, along with a friend and his motorized scooter, to reclaim what was taken from her.

Teens: Take & Make - Mini Textured Ghost Painting

Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make a mini version of the viral Michael's textured ghost painting while supplies last.

Family Matinee Series: "The Nightmare Before Christmas"

Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

This stop-motion animated film tells the story of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who stumbles upon Christmas Town and schemes to take over the holiday. PG. 1 hour, 16 minutes

Kids: Special Storytime with Margery Cuyler

Sat, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for a spooky storytime with children's book author, Margery Cuyler, as she shares her latest book, "Stompie the Zombie," among other favorite titles, and signs books.

World of Materials Science Day

Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Learn. Explore. Play! In this family-oriented multilingual program, explore materials science with Princeton University researchers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Fandom Challenge: A Social Media Escape Room Experience

Sun, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Teams of players 14 and older work to solve a series of challenges in an interactive, game-based escape room designed to build resilience to misinformation. Registration required.

Presentation: Eric Mintel Investigates

Sun, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Paranormal investigator Eric Mintel gives a multimedia presentation about his findings including ghost encounters, UFO sightings, mysterious cryptid activity and more.

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Lecture: Hettie Judah - On Art and Motherhood

Mon, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton University - East Pyne 010

Writer and curator Hettie Judah discusses her research for the Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition "Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood." In person and livestreamed.

Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 1 - Designing the Project

Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants.

Mon, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

This event is full

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, Oct 28, 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 28, 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.

Author: Eric Heinze - In conversation with Shamus Khan

Tue, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Eric Heinze, joined in conversation by Shamus Khan, presents his new book, "Coming Clean: The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left." Registration requested, but not required.

Wed, Oct 29, 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 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.

Wed, Oct 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.

Wed, Oct 29, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Cancelled

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Oct 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Thu, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 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 30, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Panel: Twenty Years of Harry Frankfurt’s 'On Bullshit'

Thu, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Oct 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Thu, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Princeton University Press - 41 William Street, Princeton, NJ

Following the release of the 20th anniversary edition of the New York Times bestseller, panelists explore why bullshit is so dangerous – perhaps now more than ever. In-person and livestreamed.Register

Tech: Advanced Adobe Photoshop

Thu, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This two-hour, hands-on session covers the more advanced features of Adobe Photoshop. Registration required.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

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

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

Job Seekers: Coping Skills for Resilient Job Hunters

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

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Fri, Oct 31, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Career transition consultant Terrence Seamon offers strategies for maintaining resilience in a turbulent market, including cultivating a growth mindset, creativity and adaptability, and more.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Nov 01, 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: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Nov 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Book Brunch: Colby Cedar Smith

Sun, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author is joined by Megan McCafferty to discuss her recently released book "The Siren and the Star." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m.

Author: Yume Kitasei in Conversation With Daria Lavelle - Library Live at Labyrinth

Sun, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Join Princeton alumni Yume Kitasei ("Saltcrop") and Daria Lavelle ("Aftertaste") for a discussion on fiction writing and their newly released novels. Book signing to follow.

Poetry: "US 1 Worksheets" Launch

Sun, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

A gathering to mark the publication of the 70th volume of "US 1 Worksheets," the journal of DVP/US 1 Poets Collective.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Readings in Russian are followed by discussion. For children in grades K-4 who are proficient in Russian.

Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Mon, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Nov 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Cancelled

Author: Peter Lamont

Mon, Nov 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Peter Lamont presents his new book, "Radical Thinking: How to See the Bigger Picture." Registration is requested, but not required.

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

This event is full

Tech: Mastering Google Search

Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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.

Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to find information and discover some hidden features of Google. Registration required.

Celebrate Children's Book Week

Tue, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Celebrate National Children's Book week and the publication of the next book in Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series: "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes."

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

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.

Author: Peter Brooks in Conversation with Anne Cheng - A Library Live at Labyrinth Event

Tue, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

The author and critic, joined in conversation by Anne Cheng, presents his new book, "Henry James Comes Home: Rediscovering America in the Gilded Age."

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Nov 04, 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.

Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 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.

Wed, Nov 05, 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.

Celebrate Children's Book Week

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Celebrate National Children's Book week and the publication of the next book in Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series: "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes."

Presentation: P.O. Confidential: The Stories We Carry - What Clutter Reveals About Our Lives

Wed, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Author Patricia Diesel gives a story-driven presentation based on her book "P.O. Confidential: Untold Stories from a Professional Organizer."

Getting Started with Generative AI for Small Businesses

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

This presentation will offer attendees an introduction to Generative AI and its applications for marketing, productivity, and everyday business management of small businesses.Register

Journaling Club

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.

Thu, Nov 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.

Thu, Nov 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Celebrate Children's Book Week

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

Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

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

Celebrate National Children's Book week and the publication of the next book in Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series: "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes."

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Tech: Introduction to Adobe InDesign

Thu, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

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

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

Author: Karida L. Brown - In Conversation with Laurence Ralph

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sociologist Karida L. Brown, joined in conversation by Laurence Ralph, presents her new book, "The Battle for the Black Mind." The first 50 registered participants receive a free copy of the book.

Job Seekers: The CEO of Me: Leveraging Gemini & LinkedIn

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Fri, Nov 07, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Rod Colon demonstrates how to harness the power of Gemini and LinkedIn to refine your job search strategy, analyze trends, identify networking opportunities, and optimize your profile and resume.

Kids: Stories In Motion with Princeton Ballet School

Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Children ages 3 to 10 are invited to jump, twirl and imagine through classic ballet stories with dancers from American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School.

Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 2:00pm

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Nov 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Preschool and Kindergarten Fair

Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Streamline your search for the best preschool or kindergarten for your child at this gathering of faculty and staff from local schools.

Cancelled

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

In this six-week series, Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Cookbook Event: "Heartland Masala" - An Indian Cookbook from an American Kitchen

Mon, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Jyoti Mukharji and Auyon Mukharji are joined by Ambreen Ali of Central Desi to discuss their cookbook "Heartland Masala," which pairs 99 recipes with cultural and historical essays.

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

Tech: Beyond Cable - Morning Tech Series

Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

This class provides an overview of the pros and cons of switching from cable television to streaming services. On Zoom; register for link.

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Nov 11, 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.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Nov 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.

Tue, Nov 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.

Presentation: Literary Figures in Princeton

Tue, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Tue, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Eve Mandel presents on Princeton's literary history and the people whose work has shaped both the local community and the broader landscape. Presented in advance of a library-led walking tour.Register

Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Nov 12, 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.

Princeton History Walks: Princeton’s Literary Century

Wed, Nov 12, 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.

Wed, Nov 12, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

The library’s local history team leads this tour highlighting the last century of Princeton’s literary achievement. Rain date will be Nov. 13 at the same time.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

Wed, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants.

Author: Anne Hand for "Austrian Again"

Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

In her memoir, "Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy," Anne Hand recounts her family's untold Holocaust story. Timothy Nelson joins her for a conversation about identity and reclaiming lost roots.

Thu, Nov 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.

Fiction Book Group

Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "Colored Television" by Danzy Senna.

Thu, Nov 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - For Beginners

Thu, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.

Workshop: Patricia Smith

Thu, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested.

Thu, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This introductory class covers the basics of Final Cut Pro software to get attendees started creating and editing and professional quality videos. Registration required.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.