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Princeton Children's Book Festival
2023-10-07 11:00:00 2023-10-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Princeton Children's Book Festival Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Saturday, October 07
11:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-07 11:00:00 2023-10-07 16:00:00 America/New_York Princeton Children's Book Festival Favorite authors and illustrators of books for children and teens gather on Hinds Plaza to meet and interact with readers. This is a rain or shine event. Book sales provided by jaZams. Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Favorite authors and illustrators of books for children and teens gather on Hinds Plaza to meet and interact with readers. This is a rain or shine event. Book sales provided by jaZams.

Join us under the tents on Hinds Plaza for a joyful celebration of books and the people who make and read them. Crafting activities will be available on Hinds Plaza from 1-3 p.m. and face painting from 2-4 p.m. This is a rain or shine event.

The 2023 featured artwork is created by Mika Song. For details on the festival and to see the line-up of authors and illustrators, visit princetonlibrary.org/bookfestival.

The Princeton Children's Book Festival is presented by Princeton Public Library with co-sponsorship by jaZams, which provides book sales for the event. A portion of the proceeds from book sales at the festival supports library services for youth.

Hinds Plaza Accessibility 

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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: | Teens | Kids | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Times | Special Events | Arts & Crafts |

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Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/aet-vjgt-gvp
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This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
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Wed, May 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
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Wed, May 28, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
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Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Princeton Public Library - Story Room
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Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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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.
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Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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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.
Baby Play Group
Thu, May 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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This event is full
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English Conversation Group
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.
Citizenship Test Prep Course
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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Aprenda Inglés | Course: Learn English at the Library
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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English Conversation Group
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.
Presentation: Understanding SOGIE and Affirming Our Youth
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.
English Conversation Group
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.
Playtime Fun: Farm Friends
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.
Tech: ChatGPT and the AI Revolution
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.
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Mercer County Community ID
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.
Workshop: Writers Room
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.
Drop in and Knit
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.
Kids: Storytime!
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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
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.
Baby Play Group
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.
Learn English at the Library
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.
Our Common Ground - Literature & Poetry with People & Stories
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.
Kids: Storytime!
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.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
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.
Publishers Book Buzz
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.
Kids: Baby Storytime
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.
Baby Play Group
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.
Tech: Mac Photos 101
Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use Mac Photos to manage your photos. Registration required.
Neurodivergent Crafts and Games
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.
English Conversation Group
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.
Special Event: Pride on the Plaza
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.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
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.
Kids: Spanish Storytime
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
Youth: Drop-In Chess Summer sessions
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.
Book Brunch: Molly Jong-Fast with Diana Weymar
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.
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