Kids: Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Grand Opening: Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab

Sat, Jan 31, 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.

Winter Reading Program

Sun, Feb 01, All day

Welcome Desk

Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.

Sun, Feb 01, 12:15pm - 12:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

All are invited to attend the ribbon cutting for the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab, a new interactive STEAM learning space on the third floor.

Tour the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab

Sun, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Stop by for a tour of the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab, the new interactive STEAM learning space on the third floor, and discover all it has to offer.

Kids and Teens: Interactive STEAM Demonstrations and Crafts

Sun, Feb 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Hands-on activities, crafts and demonstrations to celebrate the opening of the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab.

IMAP: To the Edge of the Sun - A Heliophysics Discovery Day

Sun, Feb 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Celebrate the grand opening of the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab and join us for activities, demos and hands-on displays and meet the scientists and engineers involved in the IMAP mission.

Kids: Take & Make - Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab Matching Game

Sun, Feb 01, 2:30pm - 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 to celebrate the grand opening of the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab.

Cancelled

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Feb 01, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Cancelled

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Feb 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Mon, Feb 02, 8:45am - 12:30pm

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. Appointments required.

Mon, Feb 02, 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.

Mon, Feb 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Library Reads

Mon, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register for Zoom link via CMAP.Register

Author: Sanyu A. Mojola - A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration

Mon, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 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.

Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Sociologist Sanyu Mojola, joined in conversation by Tukufu Zuberi and Waverly Duck, presents her new book, "Death by Design: Producing Racial Health Inequality in the Shadow of the Capitol."

Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Feb 03, 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, Feb 03, 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, Feb 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.

Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register

Kids: Tinker Tuesday: Rigamajig

Tue, Feb 03, 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

Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

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

Author: Daniel Heller-Roazen - A Labyrinth & Library Collaboration

Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

The author, joined in conversation by Michael Wood, discusses his new book "Far Calls: On Omens, Slips, & Epiphanies."

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

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

Rescheduled

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Feb 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

New date Tuesday, February 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library

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, Feb 04, 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.

Wed, 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Feb 04, 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.

Wed, Feb 04, 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.

Wed, Feb 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This series revisits four classic films made unforgettable by legendary on-screen couples such as Bogart and Bacall and Tracy and Hepburn. Light refreshments will be served.

Wed, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.

Cancelled

PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Hardanger Fiddle

Wed, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Wed, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Bergamot Quartet and Princeton Music Department Chair Dan Trueman explore Norway's national instrument and perform newly composed and adapted works for these unique stringed instruments.

Thu, Feb 05, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 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.

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

Thu, Feb 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.

Tech Help from Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thu, Feb 05, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 05, 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.

Job Seekers: Leading Yourself Through Career Uncertainty

Thu, Feb 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.

Author: D. Vance Smith

Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author, joined in conversation by Simon Gikandi, presents his new book “Atlas’s Bones: The African Foundations of Europe.” Reception to follow. Registration requested. Livestreamed to YouTube.

Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Janice Coleman reframes career transition as a test of leadership that demands awareness, alignment, authority, and intentional action to move forward confidently. Networking begins at 9:45 a.m.

Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club

Fri, Feb 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Mountain Lakes House

Join us at Mountain Lakes House to discuss "A Bird Came Down the Walk: Select Bird Poems" by Emily Dickinson. The discussion will include a guided bird walk with expert birder Winnie Hughes Spar.

Kids: Ballet For Toddlers

Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

This interactive dance workshop introduces children ages 2-4 years old and their adult caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Registration required.

This event is full

Teens: A Cappella Night

Fri, Feb 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Vocal groups from Princeton high schools perform at this teens-only event.

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Sat, Feb 07, All day

Princeton Public Library

This national initiative encourages families to take their children to their local library.

Kids: Take & Make - 'Wide-Mouthed Frog' craft

Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Stop by the third floor for a kit to make a "Wide-Mouthed Frog" craft at home while supplies last.

Workshop: Bling-a-Book

Sat, Feb 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Adults and teens in grades 9-12 are invited to decorate and personalize a book cover using decorative gems. Bring your own book or use one of ours. Registration required.

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Sat, Feb 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Winter Reading Program

Sun, Feb 08, All day

Welcome Desk

Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.

Author: Radha Lin Chaddah in Conversation with Amy Jo Burns - A Book Brunch Event

Sun, Feb 08, 10:45am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author presents and discusses her novel "And the Ancestors Sing." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Book signing to follow.

Teens: Intro to Sewing

Sun, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Teens in grades 6-12 learn sewing basics and complete a small project. Led by an instructor from Pennington Quilt Works.

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Mon, Feb 09, 8:45am - 12:30pm

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. Appointments required.

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Cancelled

Mon, Feb 09, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library

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

Mon, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 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.

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

Mon, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:35pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Feb 10, 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.

Cancelled

Kids: Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

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

Princeton Public Library

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

Tue, Feb 10, 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, Feb 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.

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register

Financial Empowerment Program

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register

Teens: Game On!

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to play new Nintendo Switch 2 games.

Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

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

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Wed, 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Wed, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This series revisits four classic films made unforgettable by legendary on-screen couples such as Bogart and Bacall and Tracy and Hepburn. Light refreshments will be served.

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Cancelled

Conversation: Faith and Health Initiative

Wed, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Wed, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Jonathan Lee Walton joins Suzanne Watts Henderson and Almeda Wright for a conversation exploring how faith and spirituality shape health, resilience and well-being. Registration required.Register

Thu, Feb 12, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 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.

Fiction Book Group

Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali.

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

Thu, Feb 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.

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

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Special Event: "The Poetics of Propagation" - An Interdisciplinary Humanities Salon

Thu, Feb 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.

Thu, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

An archival exhibition and zine launch explore how manmade and natural disasters have shaped institutional and personal archives in the Southern U.S., Jamaica, Goa and Mozambique.

Crafts: Stitch Club Princeton

Thu, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

All are invited to bring their needlework to this drop-in social gathering. In February, we will celebrate Galentine's Day with a crafty cinema night featuring "Moonstruck."

Rescheduled

Crafts: Stitch Club Princeton

Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Thursday, February 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library

All are invited to bring their needlework to this drop-in social gathering. In February, we will celebrate Galentine's Day with a crafty cinema night featuring "Moonstruck."

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Feb 12, 7:15pm - 8:30pm

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

The group discusses "NJ Reparations Council Report" by the New Jersey Reparations Council. All are welcome.

Special Event: Douglass Day 2026

Fri, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom,Tech Center

Community members are invited to participate in transcribe-a-thons at the library and other locations and to view a Special Collections Showcase at Firestone Library.

Kids: Stories In Motion with Princeton Ballet School

Fri, Feb 13, 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.

Kids: Card Making Workshop

Fri, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Kids in third grade and up are invited to create handmade cards that share messages of love, friendship and appreciation.

Kids: Special Storytime With Pooja Makhijani

Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Author Pooja Makhijani shares and signs copies of her new book, "Bread Is Love,” followed by a love-themed craft activity.

Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Winter Reading Program

Sun, Feb 15, All day

Welcome Desk

Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sun, Feb 15, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Mon, Feb 16, 8:45am - 12:30pm

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. Appointments required.

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Feb 16, 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.

Mon, Feb 16, 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.

Mon, Feb 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Rescheduled

Tech: Using Google Forms

Mon, Feb 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

New date Monday, February 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Learn how to use Google Forms to easily and quickly create surveys, forms and questionnaires.

Author: Ani Zonneveld in conversation with Ambreen Ali

Mon, Feb 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

Mon, Feb 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author, writer, singer/songwriter and speaker discusses her new memoir, "An Unlikely Social Justice Warrior: Making my Life Count as a Muslim Feminist," and gives a musical performance.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Tue, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 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, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Feb 17, 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

Tue, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

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

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 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, 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Feb 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 1 - Designing the Project

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Wed, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Wed, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This series revisits four classic films made unforgettable by legendary on-screen couples such as Bogart and Bacall and Tracy and Hepburn. Light refreshments will be served.

Wed, Feb 18, 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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Author: Andrew S. Curran

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author, joined in conversation by Flora Champy and Murielle Perrier, presents his new book, "Biography of a Dangerous Idea: A New History of Race from Louis XIV to Thomas Jefferson."

Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

Thu, Feb 19, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 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.

Thu, Feb 19, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tech: Windows 11

Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This class will explore the key differences between Windows 10 and 11 and demonstrate how to regain some familiar features from Windows 10.

Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space

Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.

Kids: Family Matinee Series: "101 Dalmatians"

Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:30pm

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

Disney's 1961 animated adventure follows Dalmatians Pongo and Perdita who set off to rescue their 15 puppies from the maniacal Cruella de Vil, who wants to make their fur into coats.

Meeting: New Jersey Tolkien Society

Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Winter Reading Meetup

Sat, Feb 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Our Winter Reading program concludes with a gathering where participants and library staff will share what they've been reading this winter. All adults are welcome.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

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

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

Performance: An Afternoon of Neapolitan Songs

Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

International Mother Language Day

Sun, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The diversity of languages spoken in our community is celebrated with presentations by Princeton area students speaking languages from around the world.

Presentation: Housing Advocacy in New Jersey

Sun, Feb 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

The Alice

Matthew Hersh of the Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey discusses housing policy under the new administration.

Kids: Playtime Fun: Game On!

Mon, Feb 23, 8:45am - 12:30pm

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. Appointments required.

Mon, Feb 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.

Mon, Feb 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Tech: Using Google Forms

Mon, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use Google Forms to easily and quickly create surveys, forms and questionnaires.

Author: Shatema Threadcraft

Mon, Feb 23, 4:30pm - 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.

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author, joined in conversation by Reena Goldthree, presents her new book, "The Labors of Resurrection: Black Women, Necromancy, and Morrisonian Democracy."

Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

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

Kids: Playtime Fun: Game On!

Tue, Feb 24, 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, Feb 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Tue, Feb 24, 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.

Tue, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register

Tue, Feb 24, 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

Author: Melissa Burch in conversation with Laurence Ralph

Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tower Room

This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.Register

Tue, Feb 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Melissa Burch, director of the Afterlives of Conviction Project at the University of Michigan, discusses her book, "The Criminal Record Complex" in this virtual event via Zoom. Registration required.Register

Wed, Feb 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction.

Wed, 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Feb 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Wed, Feb 25, 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. For beginners and experienced participants.

Wed, Feb 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

This series revisits four classic films made unforgettable by legendary on-screen couples such as Bogart and Bacall and Tracy and Hepburn. Light refreshments will be served.

Wed, Feb 25, 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.

Film and Discussion: "The Nest"

Wed, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual

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

Wed, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Filmmaker Julietta Singh joins Sophie Gee and Sarah Rivett for a screening of the documentary, "The Nest," and a post-screening conversation. The screening starts at 5:15 p.m. Registration requested.

Thu, Feb 26, 9:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Thu, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Thu, Feb 26, 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.

Thu, Feb 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Thu, Feb 26, 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.

Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Kids: Pokémon Party

Fri, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space,Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab

Celebrate National Pokémon Day and the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with activities, crafts and more.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Sat, Feb 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Chinese New Year Celebration

Sat, Feb 28, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Celebrate Chinese New Year with music, crafts and other hands-on activities presented by students from the Mandarin classes and Chinese Club at PHS and the Princeton Chinese Language School.

Lecture Recital from the New School for Music Study - Gonzalo Aguilar presents "Piano Music of the Americas"

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Faculty from the New School for Music Study (NSMS) in Kingston present a series of four lecture recitals, in which they play and discuss historic repertoire for the piano.

Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Teens: K-pop Dance Party - K-pop Demon Hunters

Sun, Mar 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to a "K-Pop Demon Hunters" themed dance party with performances by Princeton University's KoKo Pops and Princeton High School's Bibimbops dance companies. Hosted by TAB.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Mar 01, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Mar 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Join us for readings in Russian followed by discussion. Intended for children in kindergarten to grade 4.

Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market

Mon, Mar 02, 8:45am - 12:30pm

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. Appointments required.

Mon, Mar 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Tech: Preventing Digital Theft

Mon, Mar 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Library Reads

Mon, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register for Zoom link via CMAP.Register

Mon, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This class provides an overview of best practices for securing personal technology. Registration required.

Mon, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 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.