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PEFF: "The Elephant Queen"
2023-03-31 16:00:00 2023-03-31 17:40:00 America/New_York PEFF: "The Elephant Queen" Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Friday, March 31
4:00pm - 5:40pm

Add to Calendar 2023-03-31 16:00:00 2023-03-31 17:40:00 America/New_York PEFF: "The Elephant Queen" Athena, the matriarch of a family of elephants, leads her herd across the unforgiving African savannah when they are forced to leave their waterhole. 1 hour, 36 minutes. Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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Athena, the matriarch of a family of elephants, leads her herd across the unforgiving African savannah when they are forced to leave their waterhole. 1 hour, 36 minutes.

This epic journey, narrated by Chiwetel Ejiofor, takes audiences across the African savannah, and into the heart of an elephant family. A tale of love, loss and coming home. The film was produced by Lucinda Englehart under the banner of Deeble & Stone.

At the 2019 Critics' Choice Movie Awards, "The Elephant Queen" was nominated for Best Science/Nature Documentary and Best Narration.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Films | Family Films | Documentaries |

TAGS: | peff23 |

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Thu, Jun 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Jun 18, 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.
Summer Reading Kickoff: Dinosaurs Rock
Thu, Jun 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza
Kick off Summer Reading 2026, "Unearth a Story," with an exciting interactive program exploring the wonders of ancient worlds through the lens of science, storytelling and discovery.
Kids: Family Matinee Series: "Lilo & Stitch"
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
An alien runaway hiding on Earth is adopted by Lilo, an eccentric little girl whose love of misfits is rivaled only by her love of Elvis. (2002) PG. 1 hour, 25 minutes.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Jun 20, 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.
Special Event: Princeton ZineFest 2026
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The 3rd Annual Princeton ZineFest returns with 40+ local zine-makers, creatives, and comic artists sharing handmade publications, art, and all-ages activities celebrating DIY culture.
Kids: Sticker Workshop
Sat, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Kids in fourth, fifth and sixth grade are invited to make stickers at a workshop as part of Zinefest. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, June 13 2026 at 9:00am
Kids: Take & Make - Bee and Flower Craft
Sun, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Tech Help for Seniors
Mon, Jun 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Assistance with technology issues is provided by volunteers from AmeriCorps. Drop in at any time during the session.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Author: Jeffrey A. Denman
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Historian and author Jeffrey A. Denman presents his new book, "Philadelphia Quakers and the American Revolution." Registration requested, but not required.
Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Off-Site - Princeton Shopping Center
This interactive event features books, songs, rhymes and movement for kids 18 months and older, accompanied by an adult. Please bring a blanket. Registration not required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Tue, Jun 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 young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Catherine Project Weekly Book Discussion Series
Tue, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.
Talk: Exploring Yōkai in Folklore, Art & Imagination
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Masaaki Suzuki gives an overview of yōkai, supernatural beings from Japanese folklore. Winners of the Yōkai Fan Art Competition will also be announced.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Registration is not required.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Jun 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Tech: Protect Yourself Online
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to protect yourself and your data online.
Kids: Cooks + Books - "Waiting for Biblioburro"
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
A reading of "Waiting for Biblioburro" by Monica Brown is followed by a fun, interactive cooking class featuring recipes related to the book. For grades K-2. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, June 15 2026 at 9:00am
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
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