Princeton NJ Libraries Announcements

December Events @Princeton Public Library

November 18, 2025

PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY DECEMBER EVENTS

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AUTHORS

 

Rebekah Peeples

Thursday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m.

The author discusses her book "Unchanged Trebles: What Boy Choirs Teach Us About Motherhood and Masculinity." Prior to the discussion, the Princeton Boychoir will perform starting at 6:30 p.m. Community Room

 

Tom Toro with Patrick McDonnell

Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.

The author presents and discusses his collection, "And to Think We Started as a Book Club..." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Community Room

 

Devoney Looser

Sunday, Dec. 7, 3 p.m.

Devoney Looser provides insights into the life, writing, and legacy of Jane Austen and signs copies of "Wild for Austen: A Rebellious, Subversive, and Untamed Jane." A Jane Austen at 250 event. Community Room

 

Becky Libourel Diamond

Sunday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.

The author joins us for a ticketed event at Morven Museum and Gardens to discuss "The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook." Cookies, tea and cider will be served. Registration required. Morven Museum & Garden

 

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

Library Reads

Monday, Dec. 1, 1 p.m.

Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register for Zoom link via CMAP.

 

Introduction to Smart and Safe Investing

Monday, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m.

Learn about key financial concepts, plus how to choose a financial advisor, avoid investment pitfalls and more. Register for Zoom link.

 

Jane Austen and the Music of Her World

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.

The Practitioners of Musick perform a program of music directly associated with Jane Austen and her family in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth on Dec. 16, 1775. A Jane Austen at 250 event. Community Room

 

Writers Room

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 7 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m.

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 required. Tower Room

 

Drop in and Knit

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 10 a.m.

Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction. Quiet Room

 

Journaling Club

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.

Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club. Quiet Room

 

Improv Comedy Night: From the Page to the Laugh Floor

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m.

The Princeton Graduate Improv Group presents a fun, high-energy performance based on audience prompts about their favorite books. Community Room

 

Stitch Club Princeton

Thursday, Dec. 4, 4 p.m.

All are invited to bring their needlework to this drop-in social gathering. Session does not include instruction. Beginners, high school age and up, are welcome. Conference Room

 

Drop-in Digital Download Hour

Thursday, Dec. 4, 1 p.m.

Assistance with downloading content from our eLibrary will be provided at this drop-in session. Technology Center

 

Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club

Friday, Dec. 5, 10:30 a.m.

Join us at Mountain Lakes House to discuss "Finding the Mother Tree" by Suzanne Simard. The discussion will include an activity focused on fungal networks and their role in tree communications. 57 Mountain Ave., Princeton

 

Movie: “Fly Me to the Moon”

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 3 p.m.

In this 2024 romantic comedy, set against the backdrop of the Apollo 11 mission, a marketing specialist and NASA launch director are tasked with creating a fake moon landing in case the mission fails. PG-13. 2 hours, 12 minutes. Community Room

 

Fiction Book Group

Thursday, Dec. 11, 10:30 a.m.

The group discusses "On the Calculation of Volume I" by Balle Solvej. Conference Room

 

 

Princeton Sketchers

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.

Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet twice monthly to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group. Conference Room

 

Book Flood

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m.

Based on the Icelandic tradition of Jolabokaflod, attendees and library staff gather to discuss their favorite recent books and find their next great read. Newsroom

 

Book Flood: High School Edition

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m.

High school students are invited for games, hot chocolate, and book swap. Bring a book from home to trade (wrap it and write the first line of the book on the front), and take a free book home. Teen Center

 

Black Voices Book Group

Thursday, Dec. 12, 7:15 p.m.

The group discusses "South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of America" by Imani Perry. On Google Meet

 

Songwriters Circle and Open Mic

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6 p.m.

The Princeton Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association provides feedback and tips to help songwriters improve at this event that also includes an acoustic open mic. Community Room

 

Movie and Crafting: “Clueless”

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 4 p.m.

Bring your needlework or other craft to work on while we celebrate the 30th anniversary of this modern retelling of Austen's novel "Emma." PG-13. 1 hour, 37 minutes. A Jane Austen at 250 event. Community Room

 

“The Nerdy Nook: True Tales from the Lab”

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

Local scientists, engineers, historians, anthropologists and others discuss the whacky and wild histories behind their areas of expertise, as well as the work they do in the lab. Newsroom

 

Exhibit Opening Reception

Thursday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m.

Artist Spriha Gupta, whose exhibit “Threads of Coexistence” is on view in the Reading Room, discusses the theme of the exhibit, and her technique, at this drop-in event. Refreshments will be served.

 

Movie: “Pride and Prejudice”

Monday, Dec. 12, 3:30 p.m.

This first adaptation of Jane Austen's classic 1813 romance novel features Academy Award-winners Sir Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson. 1940. PG. 1 hour, 57 minutes. A Jane Austen at 250 event. Community Room

 

Princeton Tech Meetup Holiday Networking Event

Thursday, Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m.

Registration encouraged. Community Room

 

Movie: “Heightened Scrutiny”

Friday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m.

This documentary follows ACLU attorney Chase Strangio as he fights a legal battle to overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. 1 hour, 25 minutes. Community Room

 

Movie and Sing-along: “Hamilton”

Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2 p.m.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lin-Manuel Miranda's "Hamilton: An American Musical" by singing along to the filmed version of the smash Broadway hit. PG-13. 2 hours, 40 minutes. Community Room

 

 

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

 

Get More Out of Gmail

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Tech: iCloud

Thursday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Video Editing with Final Cut Pro - Advanced

Thursday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center