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November Events @Princeton Public Library

October 25, 2025

PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY NOVEMBER EVENTS

Princeton Public Library

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

AUTHORS

 

Colby Cedar Smith

Sunday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.

The author is joined by Megan McCafferty to discuss her recently released book "The Siren and the Star." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Community Room

 

Yume Kitasei

Sunday, Nov. 2, 1 p.m.

Join Princeton alumni Yume Kitasei ("Saltcrop") and Daria Lavelle ("Aftertaste") for a discussion on fiction writing and their newly released novels. Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St.

 

Peter Brooks

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 6 p.m.

The author and critic, joined in conversation by Anne Cheng, presents his new book, "Henry James Comes Home: Rediscovering America in the Gilded Age." Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St.

 

Patricia Diesel

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m.

Author Patricia Diesel gives a story-driven presentation based on her book "P.O. Confidential: Untold Stories from a Professional Organizer." Community Room

 

Patricia Smith

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

Poet Patricia Smith leads a four-week workshop on the art of poetry, offered in celebration of her recent publication, "The Intentions of Thunder: New and Selected Poems." Registration requested. Newsroom

 

Karida L. Brown

Thursday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m.

Sociologist Karida L. Brown, joined in conversation by Laurence Ralph, presents her new book, "The Battle for the Black Mind." The first 50 registered participants receive a free copy of the book. Community Room

 

Jyoti Mukharji and Auyon Mukharji

Monday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.

Jyoti Mukharji and Auyon Mukharji are joined by Ambreen Ali of Central Desi to discuss their cookbook "Heartland Masala," which pairs 99 recipes with cultural and historical essays. Community Room

 

Anne Hand

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.

In her memoir, "Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy," Anne Hand recounts her family's untold Holocaust story. Timothy Nelson joins her for a conversation about identity and reclaiming lost roots. Community Room

 

Lisa Gardiner

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m.

The author discusses her book, "Reefs of Time: What Fossils Reveal about Coral Survival" at this special event of the Princeton Environmental Film Festival. Community Room

 

Fara Dabhoiwala

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7 p.m.

Fara Dabhoiwala, joined in conversation by Jane Manners, presents his new book, "What is Free Speech? The History of a Dangerous Idea." Registration requested, but not required. Community Room

 

Jean Hanff-Korelitz

Thursday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m.

The author is joined by Amy Jo Burns to discuss her most recent release, "The Sequel," which continues the story begun in her 2021 novel "The Plot." Community Room

 

MOVIES

 

“A Complete Unknown”

Friday, Nov. 21, 3:30 p.m.

s music biopic recounts the story behind the rise of Bob Dylan, one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. Refreshments served starting at 3:15 p.m. Community Room

 

 

BOOK GROUPS

 

Fiction Book Group

Thursday, Nov. 13, 10:30 a.m.

The group discusses “Colored Television” by Danzy Senna. Conference Room

 

Black Voices Book Group

Thursday, Nov. 13, 7:15 p.m., on Google Meet

The group discusses “Blacktop Wasteland” by S.A. Cosby. All are welcome.

 

Go Between Club

Saturday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m.

Discussion of books and other interests for grades 6-8. Story Room

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

“US 1 Worksheets” Launch

Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m.

A gathering to mark the publication of the 70th volume of "US 1 Worksheets," the journal of DVP/US 1 Poets Collective. Community Room

 

Next Generation Faith & Healing Initiative

Monday, Nov. 3, 5 p.m.

Princeton Theological Seminary President Jonathan Lee Walton joins Lisa Miller and Howard Koh for a conversation exploring how faith and spirituality shape health, resilience and well-being across generations. Registration required. Community Room

 

Journaling Club

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 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.

We'll read an essay from the book to use as a writing prompt and discuss our results. Participants do not have to have read the book. Quiet Room

 

‘Dog Man’ Activities for Children’s Book Week

Tuesday, Nov. 4 through Thursday, Nov. 6, 3-6 p.m.

The 14th book in the Dog Man series, “Dog Man: Big Jim Believes,” is being released Nov. 11.  Activities will include a DIY Dog Man hat, photo booth, coloring sheets and other self-guided activities. Third Floor

 

Preschool and Kindergarten Fair

Saturday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.

Streamline your search for the best preschool or kindergarten for your child at this gathering of faculty and staff from local schools. Community Room

 

OnStage Seniors

Sunday, Nov. 9, 3 p.m.

OnStage Seniors presents an ensemble performance of monologues and dramatic scenes based upon stories from Central New Jersey communities. Community Room

 

Presentation: Literary Figures in Princeton

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m.

Eve Mandel presents on Princeton's literary history and the people whose work has shaped both the local community and the broader landscape. Presented in advance of a library-led walking tour Nov. 12 On Zoom; register for link.

 

Princeton History Walks: Princeton’s Literary Century

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 12:30 p.m.

The library’s local history team leads this tour highlighting the last century of Princeton’s literary achievement. Registration required. Rain date will be Nov. 13 at the same time. Meet in the lobby.

 

“Wacky Science”

Saturday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m.

Mad Science demonstrates the wacky things you can do using the magic of science. Community Room

 

Tellebration: “With Grateful Hearts Two”

Saturday, Nov. 15, 4:30 p.m.

Members of the Princeton Storytelling Circle join in the worldwide Tellabration! event with tales from around the globe focused on gratitude in advance of Thanksgiving. For all ages. Community Room

 

Theater in the Time of Authoritarianism: Lessons from Pakistan

Sunday, Nov. 16, 11 a.m.

Shahid Nadeem, award-winning Pakistani playwright and director of Ajoka Theatre, is joined in conversation by Fawzia Afzal-Khan, professor of gender and sexuality studies at Princeton University. Community Room

 

Book Discussion and Food Sampling

Monday, Nov. 17, 6 p.m.

Join a book discussion of "Food Rules" by Michael Pollan while sampling healthy and delicious food. Community Room

 

Panel Discussion: “Montaigne, the Man Who Invented the Essay”

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 5 p.m.

Lawrence Kritzman and Julien Stout, joined by moderator Bill Hammlett, discuss the 16th-century French intellectual who gave the essay its name. Presented as part of Essay Week. Newsroom

 

Princeton Sketchers

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m.

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

 

Workshop: Writers Room

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 7 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 17, 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. Tower Room

 

Drop In and Knit

Wednesdays through Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon

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

 

Workshop: Writers Room Poets

Monday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.

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

 

Writers Room Online

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m.

Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly online group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions. On Zoom; register for link.

 

TECH CLASSES

 

Mastering Google Search

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Generative AI for Small Business

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m.

On Zoom. Register for link.

 

Introduction to Adobe InDesign

Thursday, Nov. 6, 6:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Morning Tech Series: Beyond Cable

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m.

This class provides an overview of the pros and cons of switching from cable television to streaming services. On Zoom; register for link.

 

Video Editing with Final Cut Pro

Thursday, Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

LinkedIn for Nonprofits

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m.

On Zoom. Register for link.

 

Tech Help with Bloomberg

Thursday, Nov. 20, 3-5 p.m.

Drop-in session where members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Technology Center