Princeton NJ Events

Demonstration: Pysanky Decorating and History, Princeton Public Library

Wednesday March 18, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Artist Jenny Santa Maria demonstrates how to create pysanky, eggs decorated using the centuries-old Ukrainian method using beeswax and richly layered dyes. Registration required; space is limited. Participants will watch the artist as she transforms simple eggs into stunning works of art and learn about the Neolitic origins of pysanky, the traditions of creating and sharing these eggs and the symbolic language woven into every line and motif. Each design tells a story and each finished egg is a small masterpiece.

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Catharine "Caty" Greene: Eyewitness to the American Revolution, Virtual, MCLS

Wednesday March 18, 2026
7:00 PM

Carol Simon Levin portrays Catharine "Caty" Greene, the indomitable wife of Nathanael Greene, one of Gen. George Washington's most valued officers. Known as a witty raconteur, she enlivened the spirits of officers and troops alike as the war ranged from New Jersey to South Carolina, famously dancing for 3 hours straight with George Washington. Her pluck and spirit carried her through victories and tragedies not only during the war but throughout a remarkable life of resilience and reinvention. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Please visit events.mcl.org to register to receive the link to the program.