Name: Meet the Human Services Department
Start: 2024-05-15T09:30:00-04:00
End: 2024-05-15T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Princeton Public Library

Cancelled

Meet the Human Services Department

Princeton Public Library

Community members are invited to meet staff from Princeton Human Services Department , United Way, and Catholic Charities during these "open office" hours on the third Wednesday of each month.

Through advocacy, leadership and collaboration, the Department of Human Services helps to improve the quality of life of individuals in our community who are vulnerable, economically disadvantaged or otherwise in need.

Questions welcome.

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.

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Upcoming events

Workshop: Writers Room

Mon, Sep 15, 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.

Registration is now closed

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Mon, Sep 15, 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, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Cancelled

SCORE Seminar

Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library

Mentors from SCORE Princeton offer guidance and resources to entrepreneurs and those looking to start or improve a small business.

English Conversation

Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Author: Daniel Pollack-Pelzner

Mon, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author is joined by Brian Herrera to discuss "Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist," the recently released biography of the creator of "Hamilton" and "In the Heights."

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Sep 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.

Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures

Tue, Sep 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.

Tech: Scheduling with Google Calendar

Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use Google Calendar to create a personal calendar, schedule your time and share your calendar. Gmail account should be established prior to class.. Registration required.

Workshop: Writers Room Online

Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

Catherine Project Book Group

Tue, Sep 16, 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.

Author: Michael Gordin

Tue, Sep 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses his book, "On the Fringe: When Science Meets Pseudoscience," the Princeton University Pre-read for the Class of '29.. Registration requested.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Sep 17, 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.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Sep 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 old and up with an adult caregiver.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

Scavenger Hunt

Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Kids, teens and adults are invited to test their knowledge, and perhaps learn something new, about the library. Return completed forms to claim a prize.

Introduction to Finding Grant Funding

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Business librarian Leigh Clark from the New Jersey State Library presents on finding grant opportunities for your organization, accessing grant research tools, and researching funders.

Welcoming Week: Newcomers Evening

Wed, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

New to Princeton? Looking to connect with new people? Join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the mayor, representatives from local organizations and community members.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Sep 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Sep 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Sep 18, 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.

Beyond the Concert Book Group

Thu, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Library staff lead a hybrid book discussion of "Out Loud" by choreographer Mark Morris in advance of Princeton University Concerts' event with Morris and Ara Guzelimian.

This event is full

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

Thu, Sep 18, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Demystifying AI

Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Explore AI tools beyond ChatGPT in this beginner-friendly class.

This event is full

Author: Henry Grabar

Thu, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author discusses his book "Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World."

Job Seekers: Identifying and Building your Personal Brand

Fri, Sep 19, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Glen Pasch helps you understand what your brand is and how to build it to help you stand out in the job market and communicate a concrete sense of your value as an employee.

Teens: Take & Make - Cardboard VR Headset

Fri, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Teen Center

Stop by the Teen Center to pick up a kit to make a cardboard virtual reality headset while supplies last.

Author: Abigail Hing Wen

Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

YA author Abigail Hing Wen presents her STEAM-oriented debut middle grade book "The Vale" and shares sneak peeks of her short film based on the book, "The Vale - Origins."

Family Matinee Series: - New York International Children’s Film Festival

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:15am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

A compilation of short films from the 2025 New York International Children's Film Festival. Limited free tickets for library cardholders at the Youth Services desk one week prior to screening.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Sep 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.

Kids: Portuguese Storytime

Sat, Sep 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Japanese Storytime

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.

Workshop: "Business Class"

Sat, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

"Business Class" is an interactive experience, set aboard a mock airplane, that sparks conversation and explores what truly matters at 37,000 feet. Limited space, registration required.

This event is full

Family Matinee Series: - New York International Children’s Film Festival

Sun, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:15am

Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre

A compilation of short films from the 2025 New York International Children's Film Festival. Limited free tickets for library cardholders at the Youth Services desk one week prior to screening.

Kids: German Storytime

Sun, Sep 21, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.

Music: Open Acoustic Jam

Sun, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator, tambourine or your voice to join the fun.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Mon, Sep 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, Sep 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.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

English Conversation

Mon, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Sep 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.

Playtime Fun: Build it!

Tue, Sep 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.

Tech: iCloud

Tue, Sep 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use iCloud and iCloud Drive to keep your files and data safe, secure and accessible. Registration required.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Sep 23, 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.

Author: Allison Daminger - A Library and Labyrinth event

Tue, Sep 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author is joined by Nancy Reddy for a conversation about her recently published book "What’s on Her Mind: The Mental Workload of Family Life."

Drop in and Knit

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

Baby Play Group

Wed, Sep 24, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Sep 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.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Sep 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 up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.

Baby Play Group

Thu, Sep 25, 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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

Thu, Sep 25, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tumble Dinotastic Show

Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Learn all about dinosaurs and paleontology with Marshall from Tumble Science Podcast for Kids.

Author: Jane Hamilton - Library Live at Labyrinth

Thu, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

The author, in conversation with Laura Spence-Ash, discusses her new novel, "The Phoebe Variations," at this book launch event.

Tech: Adobe After Effects Part 2

Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This is the second class in a two-part course introducing beginners to the industry-standard tool for video compositing, motion graphics design, and animation. Registration required.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

Green House Tour Video Screening and Discussion

Thu, Sep 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Three videos featuring sustainable homes on Princeton’s 2025 Green House Tour will be screened, followed by a panel discussion with the homeowners and several experts in green building.

Dancing Under the Stars

Fri, Sep 26, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza

Members of Central Jersey Dance Society demonstrate basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds on Hinds Plaza, weather permitting.

Green House Tour Headquarters

Sat, Sep 27, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Sustainable Princeton team members will be available to assist community members with questions related to the Green House Tours taking place today.

Kids: Take & Make - Paper Cactus

Sat, Sep 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Sep 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Festival Cultural Latino: A Community Mercado - Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square

Sun, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square / Hinds

The rich cultural life of Princeton's Latino community is celebrated with an afternoon of music, dance, food and crafts on both Hinds Plaza and Palmer Square. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Mon, Sep 29, 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, Sep 29, 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: Google Slides

Mon, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn how to use Google Slides to create engaging presentations. Registration required.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

English Conversation

Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Sep 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.

Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery

Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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.

Author: Karen Russell and Jericho Brown - The Althea Ward Clark Reading Series

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Karen Russell, author of "Swamplandia!" and Jericho Brown, poet and author of "The Tradition," read from their works and interact with the audience at Labyrinth Books.

Grow Your Small Business with NJEDA Grants and Loans

Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Kathy Guzman from the Small Business Team at the NJ Economic Development Authority shares information about grant and loan programs for small businesses, nonprofits, and community partners.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Baby Play Group

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Author: Cass R. Sunstein

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New venue Virtual - Zoom Webinar

The author presents his forthcoming title, "On Liberalism." Registration requested, but not required.

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Princeton Health Department: Preventative Health Awareness

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

The Princeton Health Department shares information about local preventative health and well-being resources, distributes educational materials and answers questions.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Baby Play Group

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

Thu, Oct 02, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Using Genealogy Databases

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Learn about the library's genealogy databases: Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest, Fold3 Library Edition and, our newest addition, FamilySearch.

Author: Patricia Smith

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Off-Site - Labyrinth Books

Poet Patricia Smith presents her new collection, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems."

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

English Conversation

Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Job Seekers: Harnessing AI for a SmarterJob Searches

Fri, Oct 03, 9:45am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Lynn Williams, executive director of the Great Careers Network, shares AI platforms and software to optimize your job search, identify opportunities and tailor your resume and cover letters.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.

Author: Mariah Fredericks - A Book Brunch Event

Sun, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The author talks about her new novel, "The Girl in the Green Dress," a historical mystery based on the real story of the unsolved deaths of Joseph Elwell and New Yorker writer Morris Markey,

Kids: French Storytime

Sun, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Storytime

Sun, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.

Kids: Russian Book Club

Sun, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Gilmore Girls 25th Anniversary Party

Sun, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Celebrate 25 years of "Gilmore Girls" with a screening of the pilot episode, themed snacks, a trivia contest with prizes, and a take-home craft. Open to fans of all ages.

Playtime Fun: Farm Friends

Mon, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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 is required.

English Conversation

Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Power of Words

Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 1 - Designing the Project

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

Lecture: Executive Function Skills for ADHD

Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Dr. Eric Deibler from The Center for Emotional Health shares information about ADHD and executive function strategies for teens and families. Presented by New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome.

Workshop: Writers Room

Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Baby Play Group

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Kids: Storytime!

Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Fiction Book Group

Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

The group discusses "The Safekeep" by Yael van der Wouden.

Tech: Ask the Mac Pros

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.

Kids: Baby Storytime

Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Baby Play Group

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)

Thu, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.

Tech: Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Tech Center

This hands-on session will cover many of the basic capabilities of Adobe's flagship software program. Registration required.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage/Celebre la Herencia Hispana

Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

People & Stories presents an eight-week program of literature, discussion and writing in Spanish. / Gente y Cuentos presenta un programa de 8-semanas de literatura, debates y escritura en español.

English Conversation

Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Black Voices Book Group

Thu, Oct 09, 7:15pm - 8:35pm

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

The group discusses "Wilmington's Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1896 and the Rise of White Supremacy" by David Zucchino. All are welcome.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Fri, Oct 10, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Talk: Sarah Prager on Queer History - In partnership with HiTOPS

Fri, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

Author, historian and advocate Sarah Prager shares little-known stories from queer history and why they matter in celebration of Banned Books Week and LGBTQ+ History Month.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sat, Oct 11, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Saturday Storytime!

Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Teens: Go Between Club

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

Students in grades 6-8 are welcome to join a fun monthly discussion of books and other interests.

"Dragon Masters" Party with Tracey West

Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area,CoLab Space,Teen Center

The author shares her latest book series, "Dragon Hill: Ember the Fire Dragon" at a "Dragon Masters" party featuring crafts and games.

Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Sat, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Friends & Foundation Annual Book Sale

Sun, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 5:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

The Friends & Foundation hold their annual fundraising sale featuring thousands of gently used books in a wide range of categories for readers of all ages and interests.

Kids: Spanish Storytime

Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.

Playtime Fun: Game On!

Mon, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

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

Princeton History Walks: Tigers of Princeton

Mon, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Lobby

Library staff lead a walk highlighting the history of some of the notable tigers that can be found on Princeton's campus. Meet in the lobby, and the walk will depart at 12:30 p.m. Rain date Oct. 15.

Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Conference Room

This free, 13-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 closed.

Citizenship Test Prep Course

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Mon, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual - Zoom Meeting

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

English Conversation

Mon, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

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

Art: Princeton Sketchers

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Power of Words

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Princeton Public Library - Community Room

Participants listen to and discuss short stories in this five-week series facilitated by Ellen Gilbert.

This event is full

English Conversation (in person)

Tue, Oct 14, 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: Game On!

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 2 - Collecting Interviews

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Mercer County Community ID

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

From Family to Fiction: Unearthing Historical Narratives

Tue, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual - Zoom Webinar

Author Lindsay Marie Morris shares how family history can inspire compelling historical fiction and shares techniques for weaving research and archival exploration into broader historical contexts.

Drop in and Knit

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

Meet the Human Services Department

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

Kids: Storytime!

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Princeton Public Library - Story Room

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

Kids: Baby Storytime

Wed, Oct 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.

Baby Play Group

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

English Conversation (virtual)

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual - Google Meet

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

Princeton Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Princeton Public Library - Newsroom

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

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