Events

All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are in the Community Room, first floor.

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Songwriters Showcase
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m.
 
 
joy wymeCome hear three New Jersey songwriters perform their music, Nash...read more
Open Tech Time
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Sunday Stories
Sunday, Nov. 1, 3:30 p.m.
Stories for children ages 2 to 8 years. Caregiver must attend if child is 5 or younger.
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Songwriters Showcase
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Sunday Stories
3:30 p.m.
Music Learning Supports All Learning
Monday, Nov. 2, 9:30 a.m.
music supports learningLili Levinowitz, professor of music at Rowan University, will discuss and demonstrate how music learning in...read more
Read, Write and Share
Monday, Nov. 2, 10:15 a.m.
In these no-pressure sessions, participants are invited to share a short piece of their own writing or a short selection from a book they have read.
Open Tech Time
Monday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
SCORE Seminar: Franchising
Monday, Nov. 2, 6:45 p.m.
Jack Armstrong of Franchise Network of New Jersey talks about the differences between owning a business and owning a franch...read more
Mystery Book Group: “Murder on the Eiffel Tower” by Claude Izner
Monday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
murder on the eiffel towerSet in 1889, this thriller centers on a Parisian bookseller and amateur sleuth who probes in...read more
Continuing Conversations on Race and White Privilege
Monday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
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Music Learning Supports All Learning
9:30 a.m.
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Read, Write and Share
10:15 a.m.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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SCORE Seminar: Franchising
6:45 p.m.
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Mystery Book Group: “Murder on the Eiffel Tower” by Claude Izner
7:30 p.m.
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Continuing Conversations on Race and White Privilege
7:30 p.m.
Toddler Stories
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m.
Program for children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years; must be accompanied by an adult.
Lapsit Storytime
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m.
Storytime program for little ones up to 15 months. An adult caregiver must attend.
Computer Basics
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2 p.m.
A two-week class to help novice computer users become comfortable with the basic terminology, concepts, and skills of computing. <Skill Level: None> 
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Stories in Spanish
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 4:30 p.m.
Storytime for children ages 2 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Open Tech Time
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Tuesday Technology Talk: Connecting in 140 Characters or Fewer on Twitter
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7 p.m.
 
tech talk: amy and julieTwo top twitterers, Amy Kearns and Julie Strange...read more
Election Night at the Library
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 8 p.m.
Join us after the Tech Talk about Twitter to watch the state election returns. We will monitor the live twitterstream and send our own tweets out from the community room.
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Toddler Stories
10 a.m.
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Lapsit Storytime
11 a.m.
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Computer Basics
2 p.m.
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Stories in Spanish
4:30 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
6 p.m.
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Tuesday Technology Talk: Connecting in 140 Characters or Fewer on Twitter
7 p.m.
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Election Night at the Library
8 p.m.
Mother Goose Time
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 15 months to 2 years. An adult caregiver must attend.
Toddler Stories
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m.
Program for children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years; must be accompanied by an adult.
Open Tech Time
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Spanish Computer Instruction
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 6 p.m.
Weekly class taught in Spanish where participants create email accounts, practice sending emails and attaching files, learn skills for navigating and searching the Internet, and learn how to create documents using Microsoft Office applications. <Skill Level: None>
Origami Club
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7 p.m.
Meet other origami fans of all ages and learn seasonal designs and patterns. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Talking Politics Author Appearance and Discussion: “House and Senate” by Ross K. Baker
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m.
 
 
talking politicsA portrait of America’s bicamera...read more
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Mother Goose Time
10 a.m.
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Toddler Stories
11 a.m.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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Spanish Computer Instruction
6 p.m.
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Origami Club
7 p.m.
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Talking Politics Author Appearance and Discussion: “House and Senate” by Ross K. Baker
7:30 p.m.
Mother Goose Time
Thursday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 15 months to 2 years. An adult caregiver must attend.
Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, Nov. 5, 11 a.m.
Storytime program for little ones up to 15 months. An adult caregiver must attend.
Preschool Stories
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2 p.m.
Stories for children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years. Caregiver must remain in the library.
Internet Drop-In
Thursday, Nov. 5, 3 p.m.
The lab will be open and supervised, so come in for the help with navigating the Web, using email or searching for information. Help will be on hand as you practice your skills. <Skill Level: None>
 
Stories in Japanese
Thursday, Nov. 5, 4:30 p.m.
Storytime for children ages 3 and up. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Gente y Cuentos
Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m.
In discussing Latin American short stories in Spanish, participants recount their personal experiences and how they relate to the characters in the story.
 
Witherspoon-Jackson Genealogy Group
Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m.
 
 
This new group meets monthly in the Princeton Room to share ideas, listen to speakers, get beginners started with researching their roots and help each other with problems. The group concentrates on the hist...read more
Art Talk
Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m.
 
art talkIn conjunction with the exhibit in the library’s Reference Gallery...read more
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Mother Goose Time
10 a.m.
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Lapsit Storytime
11 a.m.
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Preschool Stories
2 p.m.
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Internet Drop-In
3 p.m.
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Stories in Japanese
4:30 p.m.
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Gente y Cuentos
7 p.m.
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Witherspoon-Jackson Genealogy Group
7 p.m.
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Art Talk
7 p.m.
Game On!
Friday, Nov. 6, 1 p.m.
With Princeton Regional Schools closed for the teacher convention, we’ve extended the hours for our new Game On! program. Drop in Friday between 1 and 6 p.m. to play video and board games. Volunteers with gaming experience who would like to help organize to...read more
Open Tech Time
Friday, Nov. 6, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Reading to Emma
Friday, Nov. 6, 3:30 p.m.
reading to emmaRegular Friday afternoon visitors to the library’s third floor know Emma, the black Labrador Retriever who listens pa...read more
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Game On!
1 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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Reading to Emma
3:30 p.m.
T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
Saturday, Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m.
Local instructor Todd Tieger will lead classes for students of all levels in T’ai Chi Ch’uan, an exercise form developed in China more than 400 years ago from earlier and much older traditions of the martial arts. Not a strength training or cardiovascu...read more
Saturday Stories
Saturday, Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 2 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Open Tech Time
Saturday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Open House for Quilt Lovers
Saturday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.
Come view stunning quilts and learn how the craft of quilt making has changed in the 21st century. Drop in at any time to see quilts and ask questions of expert Meg Cox, passionate quilter, journalist and author of the bestselling boo...read more
Author Scott Sipprelle
Saturday, Nov. 7, 4 p.m.
In “The Golden Dog,” the veteran hedge fund manager and venture capitalist reveals the underbelly of the world of Wall Stre...read more
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T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
9:30 a.m.
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Saturday Stories
10:30 a.m.
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Open Tech Time
11 a.m.
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Open House for Quilt Lovers
11 a.m.
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Author Scott Sipprelle
4 p.m.
Holiday Cardmaking
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m.
Linda Willimer of “Stampin’ Up!” demonstrates the art of making cards for the upcoming holiday season, from Thanksgiving through all of the winter holidays. The basic designs in the workshop can be adapted to each of the holidays. Participants wil...read more
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Open Tech Time
Sunday, Nov. 8, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Sunday Stories
Sunday, Nov. 8, 3:30 p.m.
Stories for children ages 2 to 8 years. Caregiver must attend if child is 5 or younger.
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Holiday Cardmaking
2 p.m.
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3 p.m.
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Sunday Stories
3:30 p.m.
Open Tech Time
Monday, Nov. 9, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
World Cineclub: “Children of Heaven”
Monday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.
 
children of heavenThis 1997 Iranian film by Majijd Majidi was nom...read more
Noodle Talk
Monday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m.
Enrich interpersonal relationships by attending these sessions led by Alan Goldsmith. Participants select from a container filled with paper strips (“noodles”), each with ...read more
Excel 2003: Tips and Tools
Monday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m.
In this course you will learn how to make the mose of using Excel, topics will range from formatting cells to worksheets and workboos and tips for creating charts. <Skill Level: Intermediate>
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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World Cineclub: “Children of Heaven”
7:30 p.m.
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Noodle Talk
7 p.m.
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Excel 2003: Tips and Tools
7 p.m.
Toddler Stories
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 10 a.m.
Program for children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years; must be accompanied by an adult.
Lapsit Storytime
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m.
Storytime program for little ones up to 15 months. An adult caregiver must attend.
Computer Basics
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m.
A two-week class to help novice computer users become comfortable with the basic terminology, concepts, and skills of computing. <Skill Level: None> 
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Film for Foodies: "Big Night"
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.
Set in a small town at the Jersey Shore in the 1950s, this comedy directed by Campbell Scott and Stanley Tucci, who also appears in the film, tells the story of two immigrant brothers from Italy who own and operate the Paradise restaurant...read more
Read One/Knit Too
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
 
read one knit tooRead or listen to the month’s select...read more
Open Tech Time
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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Toddler Stories
10 a.m.
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Lapsit Storytime
11 a.m.
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Computer Basics
2 p.m.
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Film for Foodies: "Big Night"
6 p.m.
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Read One/Knit Too
7 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
7 p.m.
U.S. 1 Poets Invite: Evie Shockley, Paul Muldoon and Philip Holmes
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m.
The library will be closed today. The Community Room will open in the evening for the U.S. 1 Poets Invite program.
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Library Closed: Veterans Day
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
All Locations
Please note the library will be closed today from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and will open for tonight’s program.
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U.S. 1 Poets Invite: Evie Shockley, Paul Muldoon and Philip Holmes
7:30 p.m.
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Library Closed: Veterans Day
9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Mother Goose Time
Thursday, Nov. 12, 10 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 15 months to 2 years. An adult caregiver must attend.
Contemporary Books Discussion: “Serena” by Ron Rash
Thursday, Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m.
serenaSet in 1929, in the rugged mountains of North Carolina, Rash’s novel is a tightly knit tale of industrial develo...read more
Lapsit Storytime
Thursday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m.
Storytime program for little ones up to 15 months. An adult caregiver must attend.
Preschool Stories
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2 p.m.
Stories for children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years. Caregiver must remain in the library.
Internet Drop-In
Thursday, Nov. 12, 3 p.m.
The lab will be open and supervised, so come in for the help with navigating the Web, using email or searching for information. Help will be on hand as you practice your skills. <Skill Level: None>
 
Gente y Cuentos
Thursday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.
In discussing Latin American short stories in Spanish, participants recount their personal experiences and how they relate to the characters in the story.
 
Exploring the Right Side of the Brain
Thursday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.
 
a whole new mindAuthor Daniel H. Pink declares that right-brainers will rule th...read more
Downsizing and Selling Your House
Thursday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.
Madolyn Greve, sales associate with Gloria Nilson GMAC Real Estate, will talk about the preparation and planning necessary to downsize and place your home on the market.
Open Tech Time
Thursday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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Mother Goose Time
10 a.m.
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Contemporary Books Discussion: “Serena” by Ron Rash
10:30 a.m.
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Lapsit Storytime
11 a.m.
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Preschool Stories
2 p.m.
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Internet Drop-In
3 p.m.
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Gente y Cuentos
7 p.m.
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Exploring the Right Side of the Brain
7 p.m.
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Downsizing and Selling Your House
7 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
7 p.m.
Open Tech Time
Friday, Nov. 13, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Reading to Emma
Friday, Nov. 13, 3:30 p.m.
reading to emmaRegular Friday afternoon visitors to the library’s third floor know Emma, the black Labrador Retriever who listens pa...read more
Anime Films
Friday, Nov. 13, 4 p.m.
In 19th century England, young Ray Steam receives a Steam Ball, a mysterious, powerful device, from his inventor grandfather. Governments and businesses around the world covet Ray’s Steam Ball, and he finds himself in a murderous conflict over its possession. He’s also caught between his...read more
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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Reading to Emma
3:30 p.m.
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Anime Films
4 p.m.
T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
Saturday, Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m.
Local instructor Todd Tieger will lead classes for students of all levels in T’ai Chi Ch’uan, an exercise form developed in China more than 400 years ago from earlier and much older traditions of the martial arts. Not a strength training or cardiovascu...read more
T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Advanced)
Saturday, Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m.
Local instructor Todd Tieger will lead classes for students of all levels in T’ai Chi Ch’uan, an exercise form developed in China more than 400 years ago from earlier and much older traditions of the martial arts. Not a strength training or cardiovascu...read more
Saturday Stories
Saturday, Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 2 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Go Between Club
Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.
Participants in grades 6-7 meet monthly at the library to talk about reading and other interests, help with library events, plan programs and have a say in library services. Healthy snacks are provided and new people are always w...read more
Quickbooks Pro 2009 Workshop
Saturday, Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m.
This two-hour session is led by SCORE counselor and Quickbooks expert Oria Gonzalez. She will show you how to harness the power of this business software. <Skill Level: Intermediate> To register for this class call SCORE at 609.393.0505.
Teen Advisory Board
Saturday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m.
 
Participants in grades 8-12 meet monthly at the library to talk about reading and other interests, help with library events, plan programs and have a say in library services. Healthy snacks are provided and n...read more
Nursery and Kindergarten Fair
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m.
fairParents are invited to drop in during our two-hour fair to meet representatives of Princeton’s nursery schools, pr...read more
Heads & Tales Book Club
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m.
This book discussion group is just for children in 2nd or 3rd grade during the 2009-2010 school year. Our Heads and Tales Club is the place to discuss what you’re reading and get new suggestions from other kids your age who love to read as much as you do.
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x240.
Folktales from Afar
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m.
Storytime for children ages 3 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
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T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
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10:30 a.m.
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Saturday Stories
10:30 a.m.
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Go Between Club
10 a.m.
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Quickbooks Pro 2009 Workshop
10:30 a.m.
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Teen Advisory Board
11 a.m.
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Nursery and Kindergarten Fair
2 p.m.
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Heads & Tales Book Club
2:30 p.m.
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Folktales from Afar
2 p.m.
Crossing Generations
Sunday, Nov. 15, 12:30 p.m.
Teens will have the opportunity to meet with seniors at Acorn Glen Assisted Living Residence to read and discuss short works of literature.
Contact Susan Conlon: sconlon@prince...read more
Scrapbooking Circle
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m.
Assembling a scrapbook takes time and space to spread out. Both are offered at the monthly meetings of the Scrapbooking Circle. The library supplies a cropping station; scrapbookers bring their own books, photos and other supplies. A consultant is on hand at some o...read more
Open Tech Time
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Sunday Stories
Sunday, Nov. 15, 3:30 p.m.
Stories for children ages 2 to 8 years. Caregiver must attend if child is 5 or younger.
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Crossing Generations
12:30 p.m.
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Scrapbooking Circle
2 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
2 p.m.
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Sunday Stories
3:30 p.m.
Read, Write and Share
Monday, Nov. 16, 10:15 a.m.
In these no-pressure sessions, participants are invited to share a short piece of their own writing or a short selection from a book they have read.
Open Tech Time
Monday, Nov. 16, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Building a Resume for an Encore Career
Monday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m.
Those retiring from one career and starting another can acquire new skills to re-enter the job market by volunteering. This workshop will show how to develop and demonstrate new skills and how to connect with organizations that will value individual talents....read more
Open Tech Time
Monday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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Read, Write and Share
10:15 a.m.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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Building a Resume for an Encore Career
7 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
7 p.m.
New Audiobook Downloads
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2 p.m.
Learn about the library’s new audiobook download service, MyIngram, all of these titles are 100% Ipod compatible. This class will also cover the steps needed to download books from ListenNJ which recently made most of their titles Ipod compatible. It is recommended that students ...read more
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Film and Discussion: “Naturally Obsessed: The Making of a Scientist”
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
naturally obsessedThis documentary tells an intensely dramatic story about a trio o...read more
Wine Buying for the Holidays
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
 
 
wine buyingThe holiday season means lots of food, from gourmet delights ...read more
Guys Read
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
Dads and kids ages of 6 and 10 join in short book discussions. Uncles, big brothers and grandfathers welcome, too. Call Tom Hammel, 609.924.9529, ext. 210, to learn the title of the next selection.
Word 2007: What’s new?
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
In this session you will learn what is new in Word 2007 and how to make the most of these features. <Skill Level: Intermediate>
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
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New Audiobook Downloads
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Film and Discussion: “Naturally Obsessed: The Making of a Scientist”
7 p.m.
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Wine Buying for the Holidays
7 p.m.
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Guys Read
7 p.m.
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Word 2007: What’s new?
7 p.m.
Fantastic Freebies
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m.
The number of free services, sites and downloads is multiplying at an astonishing rate. This class will take you on a tour of some of the hottest freebies currently available on the web. Everything from system tools to image editors to word processors and much mor...read more
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Home School Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m.
Home-schooled children ages 13 to 15 meet to discuss the very best in children’s books.
Registration is required. For more information please contact Pamela Grove...read more
Circulo de Lectura
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 12:00 p.m.
el caso nerudaSpanish language book discussion of “El caso Neruda,” by ...read more
Spanish Computer Instruction
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 p.m.
Weekly class taught in Spanish where participants create email accounts, practice sending emails and attaching files, learn skills for navigating and searching the Internet, and learn how to create documents using Microsoft Office applications. <Skill Level: None>
Teen Book Discussion: “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m.
hunger gamesIn a future North America, where the rulers of Panem maintain control through an annual televised survival competitio...read more
Heart of the Galaxy: Photos from the Core of the Milky Way
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m.
The library will take visitors on a journey to the center of our galaxy when it unveils unprecedented, mural-sized images of the Milky Way’s core as seen by NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, Spitzer Space Telescope, and Chandra X-ray Observatory. Th...read more
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Fantastic Freebies
11 a.m.
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11 a.m.
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Circulo de Lectura
12:00 p.m.
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Spanish Computer Instruction
6 p.m.
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Teen Book Discussion: “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins
7 p.m.
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Heart of the Galaxy: Photos from the Core of the Milky Way
7 p.m.
Internet Drop-In
Thursday, Nov. 19, 3 p.m.
The lab will be open and supervised, so come in for the help with navigating the Web, using email or searching for information. Help will be on hand as you practice your skills. <Skill Level: None>
 
Gente y Cuentos
Thursday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.
In discussing Latin American short stories in Spanish, participants recount their personal experiences and how they relate to the characters in the story.
 
Open Tech Time
Thursday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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Internet Drop-In
3 p.m.
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Gente y Cuentos
7 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
7 p.m.
Library Closed
Friday, Nov. 20,
All Locations
The library is closed today to prepare for the Friends of the Library Benefit featuring Calvin Trillin. We regret any inconvenience.
Friends of the Library Benefit: Calvin Trillin
Friday, Nov. 20, 6 p.m.
Order tickets now  
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Friends of the Library Benefit: Calvin Trillin
6 p.m.
T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
Saturday, Nov. 21, 9:30 a.m.
Local instructor Todd Tieger will lead classes for students of all levels in T’ai Chi Ch’uan, an exercise form developed in China more than 400 years ago from earlier and much older traditions of the martial arts. Not a ...read more
T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Advanced)
Saturday, Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Local instructor Todd Tieger will lead classes for students of all levels in T’ai Chi Ch’uan, an exercise form developed in China more than 400 years ago from earlier and much older traditions of the martial arts. Not a ...read more
Saturday Stories
Saturday, Nov. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 2 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Stories in French
Saturday, Nov. 21, 11:15 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 5 and up. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Word for Word Book Club
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2:30 p.m.
Here’s a special group for children who are in the 4th or 5th grade in the 2009-2010 school year. Our Word for Word book club is the place to discuss what you’re reading and get new suggestions from other kids who love to read as much as you do.
 
Open Tech Time
Saturday, Nov. 21, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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T’ai Chi Ch’uan (Beginners)
9:30 a.m.
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10:30 a.m.
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Saturday Stories
10:30 a.m.
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Stories in French
11:15 a.m.
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2:30 p.m.
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
Film: "Alice’s Restaurant"
Sunday, Nov. 22, 3 p.m.
alice’s restaurantYou can still get everything you want at Alice’s Restaurant...read more
Sunday Stories
Sunday, Nov. 22, 3:30 p.m.
Stories for children ages 2 to 8 years. Caregiver must attend if child is 5 or younger.
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Film: "Alice’s Restaurant"
3 p.m.
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Sunday Stories
3:30 p.m.
Scanning Lab
Monday, Nov. 23, 7 p.m.
No registration required for this drop-in lab. A member of our Technology Staff will be on hand to help you learn how to scan photos and documents and save them in an appropriate format or with projects using the Tech Center’s scanners. Participants need to bring in a CD or USB flash driv...read more
Film: “Harvard Beats Yale 29-29”
Monday, Nov. 23, 7 p.m.
It was Nov. 23, 1968, and the football teams of Harvard and Yale were undefeated as they met for their final game. Harvard’s lineman was Tommy Lee Jones, who was Al Gore’s roommate. Yale’s captain and quarterback was Brian Dowling, later satirize...read more
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Scanning Lab
7 p.m.
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7 p.m.
Open Tech Time
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Socrates Café
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m.
In the spirit of Socrates’ belief that “the unexamined life is not worth living,” participants ask questions of each other and listen to responses, raise challenges and consider alternative answers. Everyone is invited.  
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Open Tech Time
3 p.m.
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Socrates Café
7 p.m.
Open Tech Time
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Spanish Computer Instruction
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 6 p.m.
Weekly class taught in Spanish where participants create email accounts, practice sending emails and attaching files, learn skills for navigating and searching the Internet, and learn how to create documents using Microsoft Office applications. <Skill Level: None>
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Spanish Computer Instruction
6 p.m.
Library Closed: Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, Nov. 26,
All Locations
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Library Closed: Thanksgiving Day
Game On!
Friday, Nov. 27, 3:30 p.m.
Drop in Fridays after school to play video and board games. Volunteers with gaming experience who would like to help organize tournaments should contact Susan Conlon: sconlon@princetonlibrary.org or 609.924.9529, ext. 247.
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Reading to Emma
Friday, Nov. 27, 3:30 p.m.
reading to emmaRegular Friday afternoon visitors to the library’s third floor know Emma, the black Labrador Retriever who listens pa...read more
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Game On!
3:30 p.m.
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Reading to Emma
3:30 p.m.
Saturday Stories
Saturday, Nov. 28, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime for children ages 2 to 8 years. Adult caregiver must attend if child is 5 or under.
Open Tech Time
Saturday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
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Saturday Stories
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Open Tech Time
11 a.m.
Open Tech Time
Sunday, Nov. 29, 3 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Sunday Stories
Sunday, Nov. 29, 3:30 p.m.
Stories for children ages 2 to 8 years. Caregiver must attend if child is 5 or younger.
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Sunday Stories
3:30 p.m.
Read, Write and Share
Monday, Nov. 30, 10:15 a.m.
In these no-pressure sessions, participants are invited to share a short piece of their own writing or a short selection from a book they have read.
Internet Explorations
Monday, Nov. 30, 2 p.m.
Learn basic Internet terminology and the fundamentals of navigating the World Wide Web. <Skill Level: Basic> 
Register Online or call 609-924-9529 x220.
Open Tech Time
Monday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m.
Drop in to get hardware and software help from our Technology Staff. This is a great time to scan photos and test equipment from our Gadget Garage or just work on your projects using software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop or MS Office.  <Skill L...read more
Holiday Staff Book Selections
Monday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m.
Members of the Youth and Adult Services departments will be on hand  to discuss and recommend their favorite book selections. This is a perfect opportunity to get ideas for all your holiday shopping.
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Holiday Staff Book Selections
7:30 p.m.
     
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