Joseph Benatov, a scholar and instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, presents a lecture on the fate of Bulgaria's Jewish population during WWII. Registration is requested, but not required.
Dara-Lyn Shrager reads from "Little Knives," her new collection of poems. Rachel Marie Patterson, co-founder with Dara-Lyn of the online journal "Radar Poetry," will also read. Book signing to follow.
The Princeton Film Festival Society celebrates its exhibition about Princeton's important place in the history of cinema and the impact of filmmaking in Princeton on the community. Register
This documentary follows poets and lovers Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as they experience the joy and sorrow of what may be their final year together. Registration requested.
Former U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky presents and discusses "Robert Pinsky: The First Two Books of Poems" and "On Poetry, Democracy, and Culture" with Eliza Griswold.
Princeton University - Robertson Hall 100 (Arthur Lewis Auditorium)
Zara Anishanslin presents "The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution" as the first lecture related to Firestone exhibit "Nursery of the Rebellion."
Poets, storytellers and spoken word fans are invited to an outdoor edition of the Arts Council of Princeton's monthly Open Mic for the literary and performing arts.Register
Past and current members of the editorial board share readings of their work published in "US1 Worksheets," an annual anthology of poetry compiled by the DVP/US1 Poets Cooperative.
Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed, joined by Eddie Glaude, discusses her book "Jefferson on Race," examining his ideals of equality and his contradictory life as a slaveholder.
In 16th-century rural England, Agnes and William Shakespeare are confronted with the death of their only son. This screening commemorates the birthday of the Bard as well as his 154 sonnets.
Poets share their work, connect with other poets and readers, sell personalized copies of books, and share readings in a vibrant forum devoted to the celebration of recently published poetry.
Princeton University - Robertson Hall 100 (Arthur Lewis Auditorium)
Cynthia A. Kierner presents "The Tory’s Wife: A Woman and Her Family in Revolutionary America" as the third lecture related to the Firestone exhibit "Nursery of Rebellion."
Princeton University - Robertson Hall 100 (Arthur Lewis Auditorium)
Robert G. Parkinson presents "Tyrants and Rogues: Understanding the Declaration of Independence" as the fourth and final lecture in the series related in the Firestone exhibit "Nursery of Rebellion."