close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Black Voices Book Group

2022-12-08 19:15:00 2022-12-08 21:00:00 America/New_York Black Voices Book Group Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1

Thursday, December 08
7:15pm - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-12-08 19:15:00 2022-12-08 21:00:00 America/New_York Black Voices Book Group The group discusses "Transcendent Kingdom" by Yaa Gyasi. Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1

Virtual

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

The group discusses "Transcendent Kingdom" by Yaa Gyasi.

All are welcome, no registration required.

This group meets via Google Meet  (click on the link here to join) Google Meet works best using the Chrome internet browser.

Live captioning can be enabled on the Google Meet platform.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Groups |

TAGS: | |

Virtual
Phone: 609-924-9529
Hours
Mon, Jan 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 27 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 28 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jan 29 12:00PM to 6:00PM
previous
this week
next
About the library

Upcoming events

My Pretty Brown Doll Crochet Along
Sun, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Over four sessions, participants will crochet a 12-inch African American doll from "My Pretty Brown Doll." Requires advanced beginner skills. Free doll kits will be provided. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Film: "Till"
Sun, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This biographical drama is based on the true story of Mamie Till-Mobley and her relentless pursuit of justice for her murdered 14-year-old son, Emmett Till.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Jan 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.
Presentation: Getting Started as a Paid Freelance Writer
Mon, Jan 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Journalist Terri Huggins discusses various types of freelance writing, setting up a portfolio, creating writing samples, getting your first writing assignment and making money as a freelancer.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Jan 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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Jan 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Jan 31, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Feb 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 01, 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.
Tech: Resume Writing and Job Search
Wed, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class will cover techniques to determine your strengths and improve your resume. Resources and considerations for interviews, recommendations, social media and networking will also be covered.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/tmq-ohnf-myh
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
English Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/kvn-unvt-yjc
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Author: Nate Schweber
Thu, Feb 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses his recent book, "This America of Ours: Bernard and Avis DeVoto and the Forgotten Fight to Save the Wild."
Job Seekers: Essential Principles of Employment Law
Fri, Feb 03, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
New Jersey Employment and Family Law attorney Hanan Isaacs will cover key topics under N.J. employment law and, where relevant, federal law.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English in Friday morning's in-person conversation group, facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Fri, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Teens: Chillout with a Movie
Fri, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
High school students are invited to gather to decompress after midterms and watch the movie "Clueless."
Kids: Stop Motion Movie Club
Fri, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Students in grades 3-5 learn about and work together to create stop-motion movie projects including figures and props. Registration is required and limited to 12.
Take Your Child to the Library Day
Sat, Feb 04, All day
Princeton Public Library
This international initiative encourages families to take their children to their local library.
Kids: Take & Make - DIY Bookmark
Sat, Feb 04, All day
Princeton Public Library
Pick up a kit to make a bookmark at home in celebration of Take Your Child to the Library Day, while supplies last.
Kids: Saturday Stories
Sat, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Kids: Spanish Stories
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
Teens: Winter Python Series (Beginner)
Sat, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Princeton High School students lead a series of intro-level Python coding classes for teens.
Registration is now closed
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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.
Kids: Creating Cool Shapes with Tape and Paint
Sun, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Children 8-11 work with artist Katelyn Liepins to create a colorful work of art using tape and acrylic paint in a geometric pattern. Registration required.
Workshop: Masking Tape Masterpieces
Sun, Feb 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Participants 12 and older are invited to create their own 2D masking tape masterpiece using the works of Katelyn Liepins as inspiration. Registration required.
Open Acoustic Jam Session
Sun, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Simply bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator or your voice to join the fun.
Open House with Artist Katelyn Liepins
Sun, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Drop-in to meet artist Katelyn Liepin whose exhibition "In Between Doodles" is on display in the library's Technology Center and on the walls of the second floor.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Feb 06, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Call 609-924-9529 ext. 1220 to register.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Feb 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.
Kids: Build with Lego
Mon, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
These drop-in, non-competitive, community-based Lego sessions include building time and design sharing.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Feb 06, 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.
Continuing Conversations on Race
Mon, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Doctoral candidate Kristal C. Langford, lecturer of Black studies and psychology at William Paterson University, discusses the Lost Souls Public Memorial Project. Please register for Zoom link.
Register
Mystery Book Group
Mon, Feb 06, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Virtual - Google Meet
The group discusses "The Word is Murder" by Anthony Horowitz.
Kids: Musical Tots
Tue, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 3-5 are invited to experience music through books, movement, rhythm and improvisation.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Feb 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Feb 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Feb 07, 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.
Tech: Computer Organization for the New Year - Morning Tech Series
Wed, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual - Zoom
Learn some ways to organize and better manage your computer and digital files.
This event is full
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
People and Stories / Gente y Cuentos: Crossing Borders
Wed, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos and Princeton University's Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship (ProCES) invite community members to take part in this four-part series. Registration required.
Canceled
English Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/tmq-ohnf-myh
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Teens: Writers Circle for Middle Grade Students
Wed, Feb 08, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
In this six-week workshop, aspiring writers in fifth to eighth grade will take part in creative exercises inspired by popular middle grade novels.
Art Talk: Terrance Cummings
Wed, Feb 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The artist discusses the inspiration and technique behind the works on display in the Reading Room as part of the exhibit "Manifesting Love: Prints and Poetry." Reception to follow.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Feb 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.
Fiction Book Group
Thu, Feb 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The group discusses "The Netanyahus" by Joshua Cohen.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
English Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/kvn-unvt-yjc
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Film: "Murdoch Mysteries": The Movies
Thu, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In this three-part series, a police inspector in 1890s Canada uses deduction and the latest scientific methods to solve crimes, much to the chagrin of his superiors. Tea and cookies will be served.
Panel Presentation: Neta Bahcall and Jill Knapp - in conversation with Liz Fuller-Wright
Thu, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Astrophysicists Neta Bahcall and Jill Knapp discuss their contributions to the anthology "The Sky is for Everyone: Women Astronomers in Their Own Words" with science writer Liz Fuller-Wright.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Feb 09, 7:15pm - 9:00pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1
The group discusses "A Quantum Life: My Unlikely Journey from the Street to the Stars" by Hakeem Oluseyi and Joshua Horwitz.
Job Seekers: Using Myers-Briggs to Focus Your Job Search
Fri, Feb 10, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Presenter Mary Anne Kennedy discusses how the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), which focuses on how people perceive the world and make decisions, can be a useful tool in a job search.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English in Friday morning's in-person conversation group, facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Fri, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Teens: P.S. I Like You
Fri, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Teen Center
Celebrate Valentines Day with hands-on activities, crafts and a movie at this event coordinated by our Teen Advisory Board.
Kids: Saturday Stories
Sat, Feb 11, 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.
Teens: Go Between Club
Sat, Feb 11, 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.
Teens: Winter Python Series (Beginner)
Sat, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Princeton High School students lead a series of intro-level Python coding classes for teens.
Registration is now closed
Kids: Science Circle
Sat, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Young scientists in third through sixth grades are invited to participate in hands-on science activities. Important concepts, focusing on different scientific disciplines each month, will be explored.
My Pretty Brown Doll Crochet Along
Sun, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Over four sessions, participants will crochet a 12-inch African American doll from "My Pretty Brown Doll." Requires advanced beginner skills. Free doll kits will be provided. Registration required.
This event is full
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Feb 13, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Call 609-924-9529 ext. 1220 to register.
Kids: Sensory Storytime
Mon, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
For kids ages 2 and up, but especially welcoming to those who are on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing issues, or feel overwhelmed by noises or crowds.
Registration opens Monday, February 6 2023 at 9:00am
Tech: Finding Health Information Online
Mon, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn to find reliable, up-to-date health information and resources online and through library databases.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Feb 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.
Kids: This Is Why We Heart You
Mon, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Children in elementary school are invited to celebrate Valentines Day with hands-on activities including making Valentines cards. This program is coordinated by our Teen Advisory Board.
Meet the Superintendent
Mon, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Lobby
Parents, students and community members are invited to meet Princeton Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carol Kelley during these 'open office' hours.
Film: "High on the Hog"
Mon, Feb 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Season One of "High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America" will be screened Feb. 13, 20 and 27. Tastings from local chefs will precede each screening. Registration requested.
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Feb 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these twice-monthly virtual sessions.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Feb 13, 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.
Kids: Musical Tots
Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 3-5 are invited to experience music through books, movement, rhythm and improvisation.
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Tue, Feb 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet monthly to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group. Registration is requested.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Feb 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
People and Stories / Gente y Cuentos: Crossing Borders
Wed, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos and Princeton University's Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship (ProCES) invite community members to take part in this four-part series. Registration required.
Kids: Read & Craft Book Group - For students in kindergarten through grade 2
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to read a book or two together and do a fun craft or activity based on themes or characters from the book.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/tmq-ohnf-myh
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Feb 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
Special Event: Behind the Bookstore - Find out more about volunteering
Thu, Feb 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Join us for coffee and a quick tour behind the scenes to learn how the Friends and Foundation volunteers run the bookstore and whether you might be interested in volunteering, too.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Feb 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
English Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/kvn-unvt-yjc
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Film: "Murdoch Mysteries": The Movies
Thu, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In this three-part series, a police inspector in 1890s Canada uses deduction and the latest scientific methods to solve crimes, much to the chagrin of his superiors. Tea and cookies will be served.
Tabletop Game Night
Thu, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Everyone 16 and older is invited to enjoy an evening of playing tabletop and strategy games. The library will provide several games, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Join as individuals or groups.
Job Seekers: Developing Your Marketing Plan
Fri, Feb 17, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
PSG executive committee member Bill Pigula discusses internal and external factors found in the job search process and tactics to support your job search marketing strategy.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English in Friday morning's in-person conversation group, facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Fri, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Kids: Stop Motion Movie Club
Fri, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Students in grades 3-5 learn about and work together to create stop-motion movie projects including figures and props. Registration is required and limited to 12.
Music: Celebrate Mardi Gras
Fri, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Area musicians perform during the "My Big, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras Party," an after-hours multimedia celebration of the music and spirit of New Orleans. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Festival begins at 7.
Mountain Lakes Guided Bird Walk
Sat, Feb 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Mountain Lakes - Mountain Lakes - 57 Mountain Avenue, Princeton, New Jersey
See wintering birds during a guided bird walk through the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Preserve. The walk is geared toward adults. 
"Wuthering Heights" Community Read-Aloud
Sat, Feb 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In advance of the presentation "Wise Children's Wuthering Heights" at McCarter Theatre, theater and literary lovers are invited to participate in a community reading of Emily Brontë's magnum opus.
Register
Kids: Saturday Stories
Sat, Feb 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: Japanese Stories
Sat, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.
Kids: Pi Day Math Circle - A Princeton Pi Day event
Sat, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Young mathematicians in third through sixth grades are invited to participate in hands-on math challenges and activities in these collaborative monthly sessions designed by high school students.
Guided Bird and Plant Walk - Herrontown Woods
Sun, Feb 19, 9:00am - 11:00am
Off-Site - Herrontown Woods/Veblen House
Fairfax Hunter, John L. Clark, and Steve Hiltner co-lead a guided bird and plant walk of Herrontown Woods as part of the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Presentation: The Creation of a Frankenstein Opera
Sun, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Composer and pianist Greg Kallor talks about the process of adapting Mary Shelley's heartbreaking novel "Frankenstein" into an opera during this multi-media presentation.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Feb 20, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Call 609-924-9529 ext. 1220 to register.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Feb 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.
Kids: Build with Lego
Mon, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
These drop-in, non-competitive, community-based Lego sessions include building time and design sharing.
Film: "High on the Hog"
Mon, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Season One of "High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America" will be screened Feb. 13, 20 and 27. Tastings from local chefs will precede each screening. Registration requested.
English Conversation Group
Mon, Feb 20, 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.
Kids: Musical Tots
Tue, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 3-5 are invited to experience music through books, movement, rhythm and improvisation.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Feb 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Kids: Cover to Cover Book Group - For students in grades 3-5
Tue, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
Cover to Cover is a fun book club where students in third, fourth and fifth grades can meet new friends, talk about books, explore new genres, play games and create fun book-related projects.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Feb 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual - Zoom
Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 8 2023 at 9:00am
Kids: Little Panda Storytime - Storytime in Mandarin Chinese
Wed, Feb 22, 10:00am - 10:15am
Virtual - YouTube
Join guest readers from YingHua International School as they share storytime in Mandarin Chinese. For ages 3 and up, depending on Chinese proficiency level.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Feb 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
People and Stories / Gente y Cuentos: Crossing Borders
Wed, Feb 22, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos and Princeton University's Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship (ProCES) invite community members to take part in this four-part series. Registration required.
Tech: Preventing Digital Theft
Wed, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class provides an overview of some best practices for securing your personal technology.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/tmq-ohnf-myh
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Teens: Writers Circle for Middle Grade Students
Wed, Feb 22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - STEAM Studio
In this six-week workshop, aspiring writers in fifth to eighth grade will take part in creative exercises inspired by popular middle grade novels.
Author: Korey Garibaldi in discussion with Kinohi Nishikawa
Wed, Feb 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Korey Garibaldi discusses his recently published book "Impermanent Blackness: The Making and Unmaking of Interracial Literary Culture in Modern America" with Kinohi Nishikawa.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Feb 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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Feb 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 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
English Conversation Group
Thu, Feb 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/kvn-unvt-yjc
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Please register in advance.
Tech: A Guide to Reference Solutions - U.S. Businesses
Thu, Feb 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn to use Reference Solutions: U.S. Businesses to identify companies by geographic location, size and more.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Film: "Murdoch Mysteries": The Movies
Thu, Feb 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In this three-part series, a police inspector in 1890s Canada uses deduction and the latest scientific methods to solve crimes, much to the chagrin of his superiors. Tea and cookies will be served.
Presentation: Patrick McDonnell - A Library and Labyrinth event
Thu, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Mutts cartoonist and award-winning author Patrick McDonnell talks about "Heart to Heart: A Conversation on Love and Hope for Our Precious Planet," his recently published book with the Dalai Lama.
English Conversation Group
Fri, Feb 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English in Friday morning's in-person conversation group, facilitated by a volunteer.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Fri, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Kids: Saturday Stories
Sat, Feb 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Teens: Winter Python Series (Advanced)
Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Princeton High School students lead a series of advanced-level Python coding classes for teens.
Registration opens Friday, February 10 2023 at 9:00am
Chinese Flower Festival
Sat, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This festival for the whole family will showcase performances, such as a dragon dance followed by hands-on activities including Chinese calligraphy and other Chinese arts.
Author: Christie Tate in Conversation with Megan McCafferty - A Book Brunch event
Sun, Feb 26, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The Chicago-based writer discusses her new memoir, "B.F.F.," about the transformative power of friendship, with author Megan McCafferty. Book signing to follow.
My Pretty Brown Doll Crochet Along
Sun, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Over four sessions, participants will crochet a 12-inch African American doll from "My Pretty Brown Doll." Requires advanced beginner skills. Free doll kits will be provided. Registration required.
This event is full
Film and Discussion: "Hello, Bookstore"
Sun, Feb 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
A screening of the award-winning documentary, a tribute to the love of reading and the importance of independent bookstores, will be followed by a discussion with local bookstore owners.
Kids: Bilingual Urdu Stories
Sun, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Bilingual storytime in Urdu and English for children and their caregivers.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Feb 27, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Call 609-924-9529 ext. 1220 to register.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Feb 27, 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.
Film: "High on the Hog"
Mon, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Season One of "High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America" will be screened Feb. 13, 20 and 27. Tastings from local chefs will precede each screening. Registration requested.
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Feb 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these twice-monthly virtual sessions.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 14 2023 at 9:00am
English Conversation Group
Mon, Feb 27, 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.
Kids: Musical Tots
Tue, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 3-5 are invited to experience music through books, movement, rhythm and improvisation.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Feb 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Need some help with your homework? Have a problem you just can't solve? Stop by the CoLab on the third floor of the library for some help with your school assignments.
Author: Ashoka Mody
Tue, Feb 28, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author and economic historian at Princeton's School of Public and International Affairs discusses his recently published book that examines India from its founding in 1947 to the present day.
See all events