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Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Thu, Sep 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Celebrate the birthday of legendary soprano Dorothy Maynor, who once called Princeton home. Learn about her remarkable life and legacy, enjoy birthday cake, and make a craft at this special event.

Thu, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Musicologist Monica Hershberger presents a lecture on the research for her second book, a biography of Dorothy Maynor, an African American soprano and the founder of Harlem School of the Arts.

Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Poet Carolyn Forché launches "Otherwhere: New and Selected Poems," a collection of her poetry spanning five decades, in conversation with award-winning poet Patricia Smith.

Thu, Sep 10, 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, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-Site - Labyrinth Books
Educator, author and political commentator Eddie S. Glaude Jr. presents his new book, "America, U.S.A.: How Race Shadows the Nation's Anniversaries," in conversation with Naomi Murakawa.

Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Thu, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - 3rd Floor Pop-up Programming Area,Lobby,Tech Center
Visit art and historical venues throughout town during this community collaboration showcasing art about the past, present, and future of the nation.

Thu, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author and Yiyun Li discuss his Strega Prize-winning novel, "The Anniversary," a portrait of an abusive marriage in patriarchal Italy and a son’s decision to cut contact with his parents.

Sat, Sep 26, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Hinds Plaza
Hinds Plaza is among locations where live music will be performed as part of the fifth annual townwide music festival. Schedule below.

Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person

Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Katherine Willson explores how immigrants and other marginalized groups moved through a rapidly changing country while navigating questions of rights, identity and belonging. Register for Zoom link.
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-Site - Labyrinth Books
Shelley Frisch discusses her translation of Thomas Meyer’s biography of Hannah Arendt, one of the greatest philosophers of the 20th century, with Princeton University professor emeritus Michael Wood.

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Carlos Dews, editor of the newly published "All the Love You Can Use," discusses Carson McCullers' letters with biographer Mary Dearborn, offering new insights into the acclaimed author's life.

Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:50pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The life and career of the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, who published more than 30 collections of poetry and essays on nature, beauty, and love, is examined in this PBS American Masters film.

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person

Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Author Juda Bennett presents a one-act play, interpreting passages from his new book, "Qtopia: A Memoir of Love, Land, and Liberation," through a staged reading with two actors.

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Food writer, librarian and historian Becky Libourel Diamond presents her book "City Tavern: The Founding Table – Colonial Dining, Revolutionary History, and the Restaurant at the Center of it All."

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in philosophy, political theory and literature, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet 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.