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An Evening of Americana Music

featuring SmallTown Strings with Helen O'Shea and Friends

2023-06-29 19:00:00 2023-06-29 21:00:00 America/New_York An Evening of Americana Music Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Thursday, June 29
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-29 19:00:00 2023-06-29 21:00:00 America/New_York An Evening of Americana Music Emily Grove opens for Helen O'Shea & Friends who are welcoming their special guests SmallTown Strings, an Americana Band visiting Princeton from a small town near Seattle, Washington. Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Princeton Public Library

Community Room

Emily Grove opens for Helen O'Shea & Friends who are welcoming their special guests SmallTown Strings, an Americana Band visiting Princeton from a small town near Seattle, Washington.

About SmallTown Strings:

At the core of SmallTown Strings is the multi-talented sister and brother duo - Caroline and JayJ Carlile - who come from a tiny, rural Washington town called Curlew, where they live with their family. However, SmallTown Strings have been known to expand to a trio when their dad Jay Carlile is not out on tour with Wynonna. Oftentimes, they become a foursome when their first cousin Josephine Hanseroth is in town! These talented multi-instrumentalists and harmony vocalists bring an engaging live show wherever they go as they weave their mix of Folk, Americana, Bluegrass and Indie sounds into an unforgettable live performance. SmallTown Strings are bending genres as they treat us to their eclectic mix of stunning vocals, beautiful harmonies, guitar, fiddle, banjo, harmonica and box drums - all the while having so much fun on stage that their joy is infectious! These live show shenanigans have been going on for almost four years now and SmallTown Strings have already written, recorded and produced their first songs in the rugged surroundings of the backseat of a 1993 motor home. As they take their next steps in what is shaping up to be a brilliant career in music, SmallTown Strings are currently writing, recording and producing their new album, while also gearing up for their first East Coast Tour, arriving in New Jersey in June & July 2023.

About Helen O'Shea & Friends

Helen O'Shea is an Irish born, Princeton NJ based singer, songwriter, recording artist and show producer. She has partnered with two-time Grammy winning producer Marc Swersky for all of her recordings to date: “Mama Told You…”; “Turning Tides…”; “A Little Christmas Kindness”; and “Know You’re Enough”. Helen’s original songs tell stories of life, love, loss and legacy. In 2021, she received a Communicator Award for her song “Someone Is Waiting” and she was nominated for a HMMA Award (Hollywood Music In Media) in the Americana section for “Stay Here Now”. In 2022, Helen was awarded both Americana Artist Of The Year for "Someone Is Waiting" and Best Americana Song for "Prinetime" by the Indie Music Channel Awards. Currently, Helen is completing her fifth record with Marc Swersky at Dug Deep Productions in Asbury Park, NJ while working on another crowdfunding project about grief with Plaid Dog Recording in Boston, MA. Helen leads three bands in NJ: "Helen O'Shea & Friends" - a mix of Americana & Celtic covers & original songs; "Shenanigans” Songs Of Ireland, Old And New; and “The Shanakees” (Gaelic word for "storyteller") - performing all of Helen's original songs in the style of AmeriCeltiCana - Americana with a Celtic twist!  For this very special show at Princeton Public Library with "Helen O'Shea & Friends", Helen will be joined by the best of her friends: Paul Bejgrowicz; Barry Schoendorf; David Ross & Nick Romanenko. 

About Emily Grove

Jersey Shore artist Emily Grove has had a varied and exciting musical journey so far, from coffeehouses to Berklee College of Music, to television appearances to tours in the UK and Europe. Her gift for being willing to jump into new adventures has resulted in a two month tour of the UK, Ireland, US, and Canada, opening up for and performing with British artist David Ford. She has also completed her own headlining tour in Germany, Bulgaria, and England and she was selected to sing backup for David Gray on the Today Show, and for Social Distortion at the Stone Pony Summer Stage. Emily produced a critically acclaimed sold out Joni Mitchell show at “The Vogel” in Red Bank, NJ in late 2022, featuring some of Asbury Park’s most talented musicians. She also performs regularly with Glen Burtnik in his many large productions, including his legendary "Summer Of Love". Emily continues to open for a host of national artists, including Brett Michaels at the State Theater of NJ. She has completed studio recordings with David Ford, Glen Burtnik, Steve Forbert, and UK artist Jack Henderson, among many others. As a solo act, she has won multiple awards for “Best Female Acoustic Act” at the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 Asbury Music Awards, and she has also won three Jersey Acoustic Music Awards (best female singer [2011 and 2012]/female songwriter [2011]). Emily has recorded her own EP, “Way Across the Sea” produced by Jack Daley, and her full CD, “Life of A Commoner,” produced by Seventh Wave Studio. Currently, Emily Grove is ramping up to reprise her well received "Tribute To Joni Mitchell" on July 1st 2023 by special request, after which she begins work on her newest EP as well as an exciting new collaborative project with Princeton NJ based singer songwriter and show producer Helen O'Shea - much more to come, so watch this space!

At this show in Helen O'Shea's hometown of Princeton, Emily Grove is delighted to open for Helen O'Shea & Friends while also introducing Princeton to her lovely interpretations of the songs of Joni Mitchell in advance of her full show on July 1st in Red Bank NJ and in advance of her next exciting collaboration with Helen! 


Community Room Accessibility
* Wheelchair accessible
* Assistive listening system compatible with personal T-coil-enabled devices (compatible  headphones also available for use during        programs)
* English-language subtitles for films (when available)
* If there is an accommodation that you need or would like so that you can fully enjoy library programs, please visit our Accommodations Request Form.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Music & Performances |

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Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.

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Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.
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Tue, May 13, 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, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Tue, May 13, 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.

Tue, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
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Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Wed, May 14, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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This class covers the digital magazines available through the library, including The Economist, The Atlantic, Consumer Reports and Cook's Illustrated, and how to access them.

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Martha A. Sandweiss, joined in conversation by Esther Schor, presents her new book, "The Girl in the Middle: A Recovered History of the American West." Registration requested.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 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.

Thu, May 15, 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, May 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.

Thu, May 15, 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, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
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Fri, May 16, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Marty Latman addresses the stress of being in job search and career transition. He shares strategies to change their situation and make this a productive, meaningful and positive time.

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.
Registration is now closed

Fri, May 16, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
In this iconic Bollywood film, a quiet housewife endures small slights from her well-educated husband and daughter every day because of her inability to speak and understand English.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
Orphaned brontosaurus Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs and they encounter several obstacles and the predator Sharptooth.

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, May 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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A daylong celebration of "Desi" culture with a special story time, an author panel, and a culture fair that shares South Asian culture with the community. Presented in partnership with Central Desi.

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Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library
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Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
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Sun, May 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
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Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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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, May 19, 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, May 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Learn STEM concepts through hands-on learning experiences led by Princeton High School students.

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
At this monthly book club, LGBTQIA+ teens and allies (ages 12-18) will read, discover, discuss and celebrate stories by and about LGBTQIA+ people.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
This social club meets once each month to set up personalized bullet journals for the month to come. Some materials will be provided, or bring your own preferred supplies. For adults and teens 16+.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration required.
Register

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.
This event is full

Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Marty Siederer offers a workshop on starting a successful nonprofit. Topics include developing a board and operating structure, building awareness, and staying in regulatory compliance.
Register

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Mon, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Integrative rheumatologist Dr. Aly Cohen gives a presentation based on her recently released book "Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them."

Tue, May 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.

Tue, May 20, 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, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to get the most out of Goodreads, Bibliocommons and StoryGraph.

Tue, May 20, 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.

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom
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

Tue, May 20, 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

Wed, May 21, 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, May 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class provides an overview of the resources available for researching Princeton history at the library.

Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Lobby
Reporter David Matthau and Suburban Managing Editor Madhu Bora invite listeners to share feedback about the Phila. NPR station's N.J. coverage, issues they care about and stories they want to hear.

Wed, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Adapted from Amy Tan's bestselling novel of the same name, this film follows four immigrant Chinese women and their American-born daughters. Light refreshments will be served starting at 2:45 p.m.

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.

Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Charles T. Brown, founder and CEO of Equitable Cities, discusses his recently published book, "Arrested Mobility: Overcoming the Threat to Black Movement."

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 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.

Thu, May 22, 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, May 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.

Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Special Collections, Firestone Library
Join us at Firestone Library to discuss "Stories From the Tenants Downstairs" by Sidik Fofana and examine items from the collection tied to themes from the book.
This event is full

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive dance workshop introduces toddlers and their caregivers to the basics of ballet and dance while fostering joy and creative movement. Participation limited. Registration required.
Registration is now closed

Fri, May 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This documentary short is about the Uru-Murato indigenous communities of Lake Poopó, Bolivia, as they try to survive the loss of the lake that sustained their community. Q&A with filmmakers to follow.

Sat, May 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area
Stop by the third floor for a take-home maker activity kit inspired by the book "Shapes, Lines, and Light" by Katie Yamasaki.

Sat, May 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 and up, accompanied by an adult.

Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Cancelled
Sat, May 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience. Registration is not necessary.

Sat, May 24, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
In this four-session book group, children in grades 2-5 explore different cultures through folktales and cultural crafts.

Cancelled
Mon, May 26, 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.

Tue, May 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.

Tue, May 27, 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, May 27, 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.

Wed, May 28, 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, May 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Wed, May 28, 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, May 28, 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, May 28, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required.

Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Kids 5-10 years old learn the basic rules and strategies of chess from Impact Chess volunteers. Weekly attendance is encouraged as sessions build on skills learned in the previous session.

Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, May 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.

Thu, May 29, 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, May 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.

Thu, May 29, 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, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to create attention-grabbing print and digital promotional materials, from flyers and posters to social media posts and beyond. Registration required.
This event is full

Thu, May 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Audrey Truschke, professor of history and Asian Studies director at Rutgers University-Newark, presents her forthcoming book. Registration requested.

Fri, May 30, 9:45am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
PSG of Mercer County offers sessions on a variety of topics relevant to those in job search or career transition. Events also include time for networking.

Fri, May 30, 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, May 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.

Sun, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
No Control kicks off this summer's Listen Local series with an homage to Eddie Money and rock and Motown favorites. On Hinds Plaza, weather permitting, or in the Community Room

Mon, Jun 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, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice speaking English at this informal, in-person conversation group facilitated by a volunteer.

Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Conference Room
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration required.
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Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This free, 15-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. This class is for Beginning English adult learners. Students are expected to attend all 15 sessions. Registration is full.
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Mon, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet.

Mon, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Thomas Foley, HiTOPS Senior Education Manager, discusses the changing concepts and understanding around sexual orientation, gender identity and expression that create safe and affirming communities.

Tue, Jun 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, Jun 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, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class provides an overview of the various AI platforms and covers where and how AI is being used. Registration required.

Cancelled
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.

Tue, Jun 03, 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, Jun 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. Registration is not required.

Wed, Jun 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, Jun 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Wed, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 14-week course is held in partnership with LiteracyNJ. Students must already have basic English skills and are expected to attend all 14 sessions. Registration is full.

Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing.

Thu, Jun 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, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Publisher reps from Penguin Random House, Union Square & Co., HarperCollins, Hachette, and Zibby share summer reading picks for adults. Light farmers market refreshments will be served.

Thu, Jun 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.

Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use Mac Photos to manage your photos. Registration required.

Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Neurodivergent individuals looking to connect with others are invited to attend a craft session to work on creative projects brought from home.

Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.

Fri, Jun 06, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Hinds Plaza
Kick off Pride Month at this all-ages community disco dance party featuring live music by The EAMC Disco Funk Machine and performances by drag artist Divinity Banks.

Sat, Jun 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, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Sat, Jun 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.

Sun, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Political writer and podcaster Molly Jong-Fast discusses her just released memoir "How to Lose Your Mother" with Diana Weymar. Doors open at 10:30 am. Registration requested.