Princeton NJ Libraries Announcements

February Events @Princeton Public Library

January 25, 2026

Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street,  Princeton, NJ 08542  609.924.9529  www.princetonlibrary.org

 

AUTHORS

 

Sanyu Mojola

Monday, Feb. 2, 6 p..m.

Sociologist Sanyu Mojola, joined in conversation by Tukufu Zuberi and Waverly Duck, presents her new book, "Death by Design: Producing Racial Health Inequality in the Shadow of the Capitol." Community Room

 

Daniel Heller-Roazen

Tuesday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m.

The author, joined in conversation by Michael Wood, discusses his new book "Far Calls: On Omens, Slips, & Epiphanies." Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St.

 

D. Vance Smith

Thursday, Feb. 5, 6 p.m.

The author, joined in conversation by Simon Gikandi, presents his new book “Atlas’s Bones: The African Foundations of Europe.” Reception to follow. Registration requested. Livestreamed to YouTube. Community Room

 

Radha Lin Chaddah in Conversation with Amy Jo Burns

Sunday, Feb. 8, 10:45 a.m.

The author presents and discusses her novel "And the Ancestors Sing" at this Book Brunch event. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee and pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Book signing to follow. Community Room

 

Pooja Makijani

Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:30 a.m.

The author shares and signs copies of her new children’s book, “Bread is Love,” followed by a love-themed craft activity. For ages 2 and up with an adult. Story Room

 

Ani Zonneveld

Monday, Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m.

The author, writer, singer/songwriter and speaker discusses her new memoir, "An Unlikely Social Justice Warrior: Making my Life Count as a Muslim Feminist," and gives a musical performance. Community Room

 

Andrew S. Curran

Wednesday, Feb. 18, 6 p.m.

The author, joined in conversation by Flora Champy and Murielle Perrier, presents his new book, "Biography of a Dangerous Idea: A New History of Race from Louis XIV to Thomas Jefferson." Community Room

 

Shatema Threadcraft

Monday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m.

The author, joined in conversation by Reena Goldthree, presents her new book, "The Labors of Resurrection: Black Women, Necromancy, and Morrisonian Democracy." Community Room

 

Melissa Burch

Tuesday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.

?The author and director of the Afterlives of Conviction Project at the University of Michigan discusses her book, "The Criminal Record Complex: Risk, Race, and the Struggle for Work in America." On Zoom; register for link.

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

Grand Opening: Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab

Sunday, Feb. 1, 12:15 p.m.

All are invited to attend the ribbon cutting for the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab, a new interactive STEAM learning space on the third floor. Tours of the space will be given from 12:30-2:30 p.m. STEAM demonstrations and crafts on the third floor will take place from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

 

“IMAP: To the Edge of the Sun”

Sunday, Feb. 1, 2:30 p.m.

Activities, demonstrations and hands-on displays and a chance to meet the scientists and engineers involved in NASA’s IMAP mission. Part of the Grand Opening of the Myra and Van Williams Spark Lab. Community Room

 

AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment

Monday, Feb. 2, 8:45 a.m.

AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income through April 13. Call (609) 924-9529, ext. 1220, or visit the Welcome Desk.

 

Winter Reading Program

Through Feb. 21

Adults are invited to participate in our Winter Reading program and read three books from Dec. 21 to Feb. 21. Pick up a bookmark at the Welcome Desk to record your selections.

 

Library Reads

Monday, Feb. 2, 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.

 

Writers Room

Tuesday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 16, 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, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, 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

 

PSO Soundtracks: Meet the Hardanger Fiddle

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m.

The Bergamot Quartet and Princeton Music Department Chair Dan Trueman explore Norway's national instrument and perform newly composed and adapted works for these unique stringed instruments. Community Room

 

Journaling Club

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 18, 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 journaling club. Quiet Room

 

Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club

Friday, Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m.

A discussion of "A Bird Came Down the Walk: Select Bird Poems" by Emily Dickinson. The discussion will include a guided bird walk with expert birder Winnie Hughes Spar. Mountain Lakes House, 57 Mountain Ave.

 

A Cappella Night

Friday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m.

Vocal groups from Princeton high schools perform at this teens-only event. Community Room

 

Bling a Book

Saturday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.

Adults and teens in grades 9-12 are invited to decorate and personalize a book cover using decorative gems. Bring your own book or one will be provided. Registration required.

 

Writers Room Poets

Monday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m.

Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions. On Zoom; register for link.

 

Princeton Sketchers

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 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

 

Financial Empowerment Program

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6 p.m.

This eight-session monthly program for Princeton residents with low to moderate income gives an overview of financial basics including credit, debt management, investment, taxes, insurance and more and includes one-on-on coaching. Community Room

 

Faith and Health Initiative

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 5 p.m.

Jonathan Lee Walton joins Suzanne Watts Henderson and Almeda Wright for a conversation exploring how faith and spirituality shape health, resilience and well-being. Registration required.

 

Fiction Book Group

Thursday, Feb. 12, 10:30 a.m.

The group discusses "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali. Conference Room

 

Stitch Club Princeton

Thursday, Feb. 12, 6 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. Tower Room

 

Black Voices Book Group

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

The group discusses the NJ Reparations Council Report by the New Jersey Reparations Council. All are welcome. On Google Meet; see calendar for link.

 

Douglass Day 2026

Friday, Feb. 13, noon

Community members are invited to participate in transcribe-a-thons at the library and other locations and to view a Special Collections Showcase at Firestone Library. Newsroom, Technology Center

 

Conversation: “Epic in Our Times”

Tuesday, Feb. 17, 6 p.m.

Classicist and translator Emily Wilson is joined in conversation by Sophie Gee and Pasquale Toscano to explore how epic confronts rising populism, nation-building and authoritarian rule. Community Room

 

Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 1

Wednesday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m.

Part 2: Wednesday, Feb. 25, noon

Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants. Technology Center

 

Winter Reading Meetup

Saturday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m.

Our Winter Reading program concludes with a gathering where participants and library staff will share what they've been reading this winter. All adults are welcome. Newsroom

 

TECHNOLOGY

 

Tech Help from Bloomberg’s Women in Technology

Thursday, Feb. 5, 3-5 p.m.

Members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.

 

Windows 11

Thursday, Feb. 19, 1 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Using Google Forms

Monday, Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center