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April Events @Princeton Public Library
March 24, 2025

Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ  08542

609.924.9529

www.princetonlibrary.org

 

PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY APRIL EVENTS

 

AUTHORS

 

Poetry Reading with Idra Novey and Guests

Tuesday, April 1, 6 p.m., at Labyrinth Books

Idra Novey, author of several novels, faces the complexities of life on a swiftly heating earth in her new poetry collection "Soon and Wholly." She is joined by Monica Youn and Ilya Kaminsky.

 

Panel: “Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology”

Wednesday, April 2, 7 p.m.

This panel explores how "Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology" comprises a groundbreaking anthology celebrating the poetic traditions of Latino America. Registration requested. Community Room and livestreamed.

 

Brandon Terry with Eddie S. Glaude Jr.

Thursday, April 3, 7 p.m.

The Harvard social sciences professor is joined by Princeton's Eddie S. Glaude in conversation at Princeton Theological Seminary’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Lecture. Registration required. Community Room

 

An Afternoon with Jennifer Weiner: A Beyond Words Fundraising Event

Monday, April 7, 3 p.m., the Nassau Club

Bestselling author and Princeton alum Jennifer Weiner discusses her new book “The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits.” See princetonlibrary.org for tickets.

 

Nghi Vo: A Great Gatsby at 100 Event

Tuesday, April 8, 7 p.m.

Emma Sarconi interviews Nghi Vo at this book launch event for "Don't Sleep with the Dead," a novella about Nick Carraway and his life following the tragic ending of "The Great Gatsby." Community Room

 

Lynn Steger Strong

Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m.

The author is joined by A.M. Homes to discuss her recently released novel, "The Float Test." Community Room

 

Priya Vulchi and Ruha Benjamin

Monday, April 14, 7 p.m.

The author is joined in conversation by Princeton Professor Ruha Benjamin to discuss her latest book, "Good Friends: Bonds that Change Us and the World." Community Room

 

Robert Garland with Carolyn Laferriere and Elizabeth Davis

Wednesday, April 16, 7 p.m.

Emeritus classics professor at Colgate, Garland is joined in conversation by Carolyn Laferrière and Elizabeth Davis, to discuss his new book, "What to Expect When You're Dead." Registration requested. Community Room

 

Julian Borger

Monday, April 21, 7 p.m.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist Julian Borger presents his memoir "I Seek a Kind Person: My Father, Seven Children, and the Adverts that Helped Them Escape the Holocaust." Community Room

 

Jaap de Roode

Wednesday, April 23, 6 p.m.

The author and professor of biology discusses his recently published book “Doctors by Nature: How Ants, Apes and Other Animals Heal Themselves.” Community Room

 

 

 

MOVIES

 

“Chicken for Linda” (Linda veut du poulet)

Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m.

The family-friendly, animated musical comedy film is screened in partnership with the Princeton French Film Festival. In French, 1 hour, 13 minutes. Community Room

 

“The Imitation Game”

Monday, April 28, 6:30 p.m.

A screening of the Alan Turing biopic is shown in advance of Princeton Pro Musica's performance of James McCarthy's oratorio "Codebreaker: The Alan Turing Story." PG-13. 1 hour, 54 minutes. Community Room

 

Princeton Environmental Film Festival Films:

 

“Flow”

Friday, April 4, 5:30 p.m.

Animated feature. 1 hour, 24 minutes. Community Room

 

“Hvaldimir: Conversation with a Spy Whale”

Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m.

This documentary explores the mystery of a beluga whale, equipped with surveillance gear, who approached Norwegian fisherman in 2019. 1 hour, 30 minutes. Screening followed by Q&A with the filmmaker. Community Room

 

“Seaweed Stories”

Saturday, April 5, 3 p.m.                            

This film explores the wonders of seaweed, and some of the extraordinary stories and characters whose lives have been entangled by the marine organism. 30 minutes. Community Room

 

“Wild Blue & You: The Save Coastal Wildlife Story”

Saturday, April 5, 3 p.m.

Jenna Reynolds, founder of Save Coastal Wildlife, recounts her journey to become an environmental educator as a trans woman. 20 minutes.   Community Room

 

“Bird Safe”

Saturday, April 5, 5 p.m.

This short film highlights effort to create a bird-safe campus at Princeton University. A Q&A with filmmaker Jared Flesher follows the screening. Community Room

 

“Birdsong”

Saturday, April 5, 5:30 p.m.

This film follows Irish ornithologist Seán Ronayne as he attempts to record the sound of each of the nearly 200 bird species in Ireland. 52 minutes. Community Room

 

“Been Here, Stay Here”

Sunday, April 6, 11 a.m.

A close-knit Christian community in the Chesapeake Bay faces a profound test of faith as rising seas threaten their way of life. 1 hour, 30 minutes. Community Room

 

“Chasing Time:

Sunday, April 6, 1 p.m.

After providing some of the first visual evidence of climate change through the study of melting glaciers, James Balog returns to Iceland to close the last chapter of his life's work. 40 minutes. Community Room

 

“Unearth” at the Princeton Garden Theatre

Sunday, April 6, 4 p.m.

"Unearth" follows local Alaskans as they contend with a proposed copper mine in Bristol Bay. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Hunter Nolan. 1 hour, 23 minutes. Princeton Garden Theatre

 

 

TECH CLASSES

 

All Things Google

Tuesday, April 8, 2 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Ask the Mac Pros

Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Drop-in program for assistance with Apple devices. Technology Center

 

Princeton Tech Meetup: How to Manage Technical Debt

Thursday, April 10, 6:30 p.m.

Join the Princeton Tech Meetup community for an evening of networking, collaboration, and a presentation by Jasper Geurts on "Managing Technical Debt in a Systematic Way." Community Room

 

Using Google Sheets and Forms

Monday, April 28, 1 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

 

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

Storytime Jeff: A Special Storytime! Series

Tuesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10:30 a.m.

Storytime Jeff, aka Jeff Trainor, presents stories, music and songs for preschoolers. Story Room

 

Library of Things Pop-Up with Sustainable Princeton

Thursday, April 3, 2-5 p.m., Lobby

Items from the library’s collection of nontraditional circulating items and sustainable home items from Sustainable Princeton’s Lending Library will be on display.

 

“The Great Gatsby” Community Read Aloud

Monday, April 7, 11 a.m.

All are invited to take part in a community reading of F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby," a frequently challenged or banned book published 100 years ago. Register for a time slot. 

 

Library Reads

Monday, April 7, 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.

 

Feminist Book Discussion Group

Monday, April 7, 6 p.m.

This group explores intersectional feminism through readings and discussion of five timely topics: Creation, Care, Computation, Climate and Community. Presented in partnership with YWCA Princeton. Newsroom

 

Mercer County Community ID

Tuesday, April, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 4 p.m.

All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information. Princeton Room

 

Writers Room

Tuesday, April 1, 21, 7 p.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, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 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

 

Fiction Book Group

Thursday, April 10, 10:30 a.m.

The group discusses “Help Wanted” by Adelle Waldman. Conference Room

 

Catherine Project Book Group

Tuesday, April 15, 7 p.m.

This hybrid book group meets monthly through 2025 to examine fundamental texts in philosophy and political theory focusing on justice. Tower Room

 

Writers Room: Poets

Monday, April 14, 7 p.m.

Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback. Register for Zoom link.

 

Black Voices Book Group

Thursday, April 10, 7:15 p.m.

The group discusses "Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story that Awakened America" by Joy Reid. All are welcome. Via Google Meet. All are welcome.

 

Writers Room Online

Tuesday, April 15, 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. Virtual via Google Meet. Registration required.

 

Princeton Tech Meetup: How to Manage Technical Debt

Thursday, April 10, 6:30 p.m.

Join the Princeton Tech Meetup community for an evening of networking, collaboration, and an insightful presentation by Jasper Geurts on "Managing Technical Debt in a Systematic Way." Community Room

 

Downtown Princeton Gallery Crawl

Thursday, April 17, 5:30 p.m.

As part of the community-wide event, the library will have three exhibits on display plus art activities for kids and refreshments on the third floor. 

 

Panel Discussion: Baldwin in New Jersey

Thursday, April 17, 7 p.m.

Panelists Beverly Mills and Elaine Buck of the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum; activist and thought leader Darren “Freedom” Green and musician Wise Intelligent reflect on James Baldwin's legacy in Mercer County. Community Room

 

Raconteur Radio Presents “The Great Gatsby”

Tuesday, April 22, 7 p.m.

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel is brought to life as a staged radio play with period costumes, vintage commercials, Golden Age radio equipment and more. Community Room

 

Our Common Ground: Literature and Poetry with People & Stories

Thursday, April 24, 10:30 a.m.

People & Stories/Gente y Cuentos presents an eight-week program of literature, poetry, discussion and writing. Register through the events calendar. Quiet Room

 

Homeschooling Basics in New Jersey

Thursday, April 24, 7 p.m.

A panel of experienced homeschooling parents and teachers give an overview of the basics of homeschooling in New Jersey. Q&A session to follow. Community Room

 

Open Mic Night

Friday, April 25, 6 p.m.

Princeton High School students are invited to perform at this teens-only event. Community Room

 

Job Seekers Sessions

Fridays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 9:45 a.m.

April 4: John Hadley on “The Art of Building Influence”

April 11: Joey Himelfarb on Visualization and Your Job Search

April 18 18: Hanan Isaacs on Essential Principles of Employment Law

 

 

 

April Events @Princeton Public Library
March 26, 2024

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

 

AUTHORS

R. Jisung Park in Conversation with Allison Carruth

Monday, April 15, 7 p.m.

The author discusses his recently published book "Slow Burn: The Hidden Costs of a Warming World," with Allison Carruth. Community Room

 

Dylan C. Penningroth

Sunday, April 21, 3 p.m.

The author and UC Berkeley professor discusses his new book, "Before the Movement: The Hidden History of Black Civil Rights" with Wallace D. Best and Hendrik Hartog of Princeton University. Community Room

 

Elizabeth Matto with John Farmer

Thursday, April 25, 7 p..m.

The author is joined in conversation by John Farmer to discuss her new book "To Keep the Republic: Thinking, Talking, and Acting like a Democratic Citizen."

Community Room

 

J. Robert Hillier

Sunday, April 28, 11 a.m.

The author and architect discusses "Hillier: Selected Works," co-written with architect Barbara A. Hillier, his wife, at this Book Brunch event. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. Community Room

 

Michael Cook with Sadaf Jaffer

Tuesday, April 30, 6 p.m.

The author and Princeton University professor is joined by research scholar Sadaf Jaffer to discuss his forthcoming book “A History of the Muslim World: From Its Origins to the Dawn of Modernity.” Community Room

 

Local Author Day: Book Promotion Strategies

Friday, April 26, 6:30 p.m., on Zoom

Registration required for link.

 

Local Author Day: Author Fair

Saturday, April 27, 1:30 p.m.

Local published authors sell and sign books for all ages on the library’s first floor.

 

Local Author Day: Revision and Editing Workshop

Saturday, April 27, 11 a.m., on Zoom

Registration required.

 

Local Author Day for Youth: Prepping for Publication

Sunday, April 28, 12:30 p.m.

For writers in grades 5-8. Registration required, STEAM Studio

 

 

MOVIES

 

Film and Q&A: “Descendant”

Wednesday, April 3, 7:15 p.m.

A screening of the award-winning documentary about the descendants of the last known slave ship is followed by a Q&A with Joycelyn Davis of Clotilda Descendants Association and filmmaker Kern Jackson. Community Room

 

Princeton Environmental Film Festival: “Inundation District”

Friday, April 5, 4 p.m.

Community Room

 

Princeton Environmental Film Festival: “The Seeds of Vandana Shiva”

Friday, April 5, 7 p.m.

Community Room

 

PEFF Shorts Block 1

Saturday, April 6, 9:15 a.m.

Selection of short films. Community Room

 

PEFF Shorts Block 2

Saturday, April 6, 10:30 a.m.

A selection of short films. Community Room

 

PEFF: “The Asbestos City”

Saturday, April 6, 1 p.m.

Community Room

 

PEFF: “399: Queen of the Tetons”

Saturday, April 6, 4 p.m.

Community Room

 

PEFF: “Cowboy Poets”

Sunday, April 7, 10 a.m.

Community Room

 

PEFF: “The Wonder and the Worry”

Sunday, April 7, 1 p.m.

Community Room

 

PEFF: “The Arc of Oblivion” at the Princeton Garden Theatre

Sunday, April 7, 4 p.m.

 

“American Fiction”

Friday, April 12, 4 p.m.

Based on the 2001 novel “Erasure” by Percival Everett. Rated R. 1 hour, 57 minutes. Community Room

 

“Le Petit Nicolas”

Saturday, April 13, 11 a.m., Community Room

Registration required. Part of the Princeton French Film Festival.

 

“Passages” at the Princeton Garden Theatre

Wednesday, April 17, 7 p.m.

Part of the International Cinema Series. Tickets required.

 

“Godzilla s. Megalon” at the Princeton Garden Theatre

Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m.

Tickets required.

 

“Coco Ferme”

Saturday, April 20, 11 a.m.

Part of the Princeton French Film Festival.

Registration required. Community Room

 

Cake and Cinema: Short Films About the Sands Library Building

Wednesday, April 24, 6 p.m.

Short films about library history, public art and architecture screened to celebrate the 20^th anniversary of the Sands Library Building. Cake will be served. Community Room

 

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

Citizenship Prep Course

Monday, April 1, 6 p.m.

Free, 12-week course prepares people for the U.S. citizenship test. Registration required. Conference Room

 

Continuing Conversations on Race

Monday, April 1, 7 p.m., on Zoom

Dr. Roberto Schiraldi, trauma therapist, racial justice activist and former Not In Our Town Princeton board member, presents "White Supremacy Cultural Values: Healing the Disease That Hurts Us All." Register for link.

 

Meet the Friends of Herrontown Woods

Thursday, April 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lobby

Learn about the work of the Friends of Herrontown Woods and potential volunteer opportunities.

 

Lecture: Willliam Still and Moravec’s Sanctuary Road

Sunday, April 14, 2 p.m., Community Room

Samuel Still, executive director of the Dr. James Still Historic Site and Education Center, discusses his family, including William Still, conductor on the Underground Railroad.

 

Drop in and Knit

Wednesday, April 3, 10, 17, 24, 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. Community Room

 

Neurodiverse Crafts and Games

Thursday, April 4, 18, 4 p.m.

Neurodivergent individuals 17 and older who would like to connect with others are invited to attend a craft session to work on creative projects brought from home. STEAM Studio

 

 

The Psychology of Disinformation and Conspiratorial Thinking

Thursday, April 25, 1 p.m.

Final program in a three-part series about accessing credible information and news literacy skills for responsible civic engagement.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Tribute Concert: Tony Bennet and Bill Evans: The Legendary Recordings

Sunday, April 28, 3 p.m., Community Room

The legendary recordings of Tony Bennett and Bill Evans are performed by pianist Joel Zelnik with vocalist Tony Corrao during this Jazz Appreciation Month concert.

 

 

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

 

Creating with Canva

Monday, April 1, 1 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Using Google Sheets and Forms

Monday, April 15, 1 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Mastering Google Docs

Thhursday, April 18, 10 a.m. on Zoom

Register for link.

 

Social Media for Authors

Tuesday, April 23, 6:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

 

KIDS AND TEENS

 

“The Importance of Queer Storytelling”

Wednesday, April 10, 6:30 p.m., Community Room

Comedian and actress Madelein Smith discusses why it is important to see positive queer representation in media.

 

Neurodivergent Crafts and Games for Youth

Thursday, April 11, 25, 4 p.m.

Neurodivergent youth, ages 10-16, are invited to attend a crafts and games session to work on creative projects brought from home.

 

 

Parent and Baby Support Group

Friday, April 19, 10:30 a.m.

Early childhood experts Krista Gervon and Jillian Best Adler lead an informal discussion and support group for parents of infants and toddlers. Story Room

 

Chemistry for Kids

Saturday, April 20, 2 p.m.

Princeton University chemistry graduate students give demonstrations and lead hands-on experiments for kids 8 and up. STEAM Studio

 

I Read This Book

Tuesday, April 16, 7 p.m., Community Room

Members of the Teen Advisory Board talk about their favorite recent books.

 

Taylor Swift Album Release Party

Friday, April 19, 4 p.m., Community Room

 

Teen Open Mic Night

Friday, April 19, 7 p.m., Community Room

Register through library website to perform.

 

 

 

 

 

 

April Events @Princeton Public Library
April 03, 2023

PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY APRIL EVENTS

 

AUTHORS

 

Christopher Kloeble

Thursday, April 13, 7 p.m.

The German author discusses his 2020 novel "The Museum of the World," which has been translated to English, and how the story changes views of colonialism, with journalist Kushanava Choudhury. Community Room

 

Daphne Kalotay in Converation with A.M. Homes

Wednesday, April 19, 7 p.m.

At this book launch event for "The Archivists: Stories," author Daphne Kalotay will be in discussion with A.M. Homes. Book signing to follow. Community Room

 

Kevin Kruise and Julian Zelizer

Library Live at Labyrinth

Tuesday, April 25, 6 p.m.

The editors of "Myth America" discuss the newly released collection of essays by an all star team of fellow historians who push back against a crisis of bad history and misinformation. Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St.

 

 

 

 

 

MOVIES

 

“DC League of Super Pets”

Friday, April 7, 2 p.m.

PG. 1 hour, 40 minutes. Community Room

 

“The Whale”

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

Rated R. 1 hour, 57 minutes. Community Room

 

“They Survived Together”

Monday, April 17, 7 p.m.

This award-winning documentary is being screened on the eve of the international Holocaust Remembrance Day. Community Room

 

“A Man Called Otto”

Tuesday, April 25, 3 p.m.

PG-13. 2 hours, 6 minutes. Community Room

 

 

 

TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

 

Ask the Mac Pros

Tuesday, April 11, 18, 25, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session. Technology Center

 

Virtual Tech Class: Paperless Vacation Planning

Wednesday, April 12,10 a.m.

Registration required. Via Zoom Technology Center

 

Productivity Tips and Tricks

Tuesday, April 18, 11 a.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

A Guide to iCloud

Wednesday, April 19, 2 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

Research Princeton History

Tuesday, April 25, 2:30 p.m.

Registration required. Technology Center

 

BOOK GROUPS

 

Fiction Book Group

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

The group discusses, "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Community Room

 

Black Voices Book Group

Thursday, April 13, 7:15 p.m.

The group discusses "You Are Your Best Thing: Vulnerability, Shame, Resilience, and the Black Experience" by Tarana Burke and Brene Brown.

 Via Google Meet. See events calendar for link.

 

 

JOB SEEKERS SESSIONS

 

Friday, April 7, 9:45 a.m.

Overcoming Legal Discrimination in Job Search

Community Room

 

Friday, April 14, 9:45 a.m.

Executive recruiter Janelle Razzino is presenter.

Community Room

 

Friday, April 21, 9:45 a.m.

The Resilient Job Seeker

Community Room

 

Friday, April 28, 9:45 a.m.

Career Pivot Dos and Don’ts

Community Room

 

KIDS AND TEENS

 

Build with Lego

Monday, April 17, 4 p.m.

Drop-in, non-competitive Lego session including building time and design sharing. STEAM Studio

 

Teens: Go Between Club

Saturday, April 8, 2 p.m.

Sixth, seventh and eighth graders discuss books and other interests. STEAM Studio

 

Science Circle

Saturday, April 15, 3 p.m.

Young scientists in third through sixth grades are invited to participate in hands-on science activities. Important concepts, focusing on different scientific disciplines each month, will be explored. CoLab Space

 

Sensory Storyime

Monday, April 10, 10:30 a.m.

This program for children ages 2 and older is especially welcoming to those who are differently abled, on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing issues or feel overwhelmed by noises or crowds. Registration is required and limited. Story Room

 

Drop-in Chess Sessions

Saturday, April 15, 29, 3-4:30 p.m.

For children in grades 2-6. Story Room

 

Cover to Cover Book Group

Tuesday, April 18, 4:30 p.m.

Children in grades 3-5 can meet new friends, talk about books, play games and more in this fun book group. STEAM Studio

 

Read & Craft Book Group

Wednesday, April 19, 4 p.m.

For K-2. Story Room

 

Teens: Craft, Chat and Chill

Tuesday, April 25, 5 p.m.

Paint positive thoughts on a wooden sign in the Teen Center.

 

Women in the Lead Book Club

Tuesday, April 11, 25, 4:30 p.m.

Children in kindergarten through third grade are invited to read and discuss books about the achievements and contributions of women throughout history and around the world. Story Room

 

Outdoor Storytime at Princeton Shopping Center

Tuesday, April 18, 25, 10:30 a.m.

Interactive event featuring books, songs and movement for children of all ages with adult caregiver. Bring a blanket; check website for weather updates. Courtyard

 

Storytime with Author Katey Howes

Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m.

Celebrate Earth Day and National Poetry Month with award-winning picture book author and poet Katey Howes. Story Room

 

Earth Day and Outdoor Storytime at Herrontown Woods

Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Outdoor activities include crafting and other hands-on, Earth Day-themed activities, including an Outdoor Storytime at 1 p.m. in the Barden (Botanical Art Garden).

 

Teens: How to Build a PC

Saturday, April 22, 2 p.m.

Teens in grades 6 to 12 will learn about the parts of a PC and the basics of how to build a computer in this info session led by a Princeton Day School student. Registration encouraged. STEAM Studio

 

Teens: Spring Python Series

Saturday, April 22, 3 p.m.; April 29 and May 6, 2 p.m.

Registration Required. Technology Center

 

Poem in Your Pocket Day

Thursday, April 27, 3-5 p.m.

Self-directed poetry activities and crafts. Third Floor

 

Local Author Day Workshop: Prepping for Publication

Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m.

Writers in grades 5 to 8 are invited to bring a work in progress of up to 2500 words to workshop as a group and prepare to pitch for publication in youth literary journals. Registration required. STEAM Studio

 

 

WRITERS GROUPS

 

Writers Room

Tuesday, April 18, 7 p.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. Conference Room

 

Writers Room Poets

Monday, April 24, 7 p.m.

Poets read from works in progress and receive peer feedback at these virtual sessions. Registration required.

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

Panel Discussion: Becoming Gatekeepers of Our Truth

Saturday, April 8, 2 p.m.

Dr. Jessica Jamese Williams gives a talk about "radical self love" followed by a panel discussion. Part of the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Paul Robeson's birth. In person and virtual. Community Room

 

Preparing Students with Disabilities for College

Wednesday, April 12, 6:30 p.m.

Learning disabilities specialist and author Elizabeth Hamblet discusses preparing students for a successful college transition. CoLab Space, Third Floor

 

Virtual Program: How to Manage Your Paper

Wednesday, April 12, 7 p.m.

Professional organizers Marie Limpert and Annmarie Brogan discuss techniques for managing everyday paperwork with ease and offer organizing solutions to common challenges. A Q&A will follow. Register for link.

 

Meet the Human Services Department

Wednesday, April 19, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Community members are invited to meet members of the Princeton Human Services Department during these "open office'" hours. Lobby

 

Open Acoustic Jam Session

Sunday, April 23, 3 p.m.

At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Community Room

 

AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment

Mondays through April 17

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. Call 609-924-9529 ext. 1220 to register. Community Room

 

Meet the Superintendent

Monday, April 12, 4:30-6 p.m., Lobby

Parents, students and community members are invited to meet Princeton Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carol Kelley during these 'open office' hours.

 

Princeton Sketchers

Tuesday, April 11, 26, 10:30 a.m

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

 

Downtown Princeton Gallery Crawl

Thursday, April 20, 5:30-7 p.m.

Stroll around town and drop in to open houses at the Arts Council of Princeton, Art@Bainbridge, Art on Hulfish and the library to enjoy live music, food and drink, art making, and gallery activities. Lobby

 

Tabletop Game Night

Thursday, April 20, 6 p.m.

Everyone 16 and older is invited to enjoy an evening of playing tabletop and strategy games. The library will provide several games, or you’re welcome to bring your own. Join as individuals or groups. Community Room

 

Workshop: Stitch a Corner Bookmark

Sunday, April 23, noon

Kick off National Library Week at this workshop where participants will use felt and embroidery floss to stitch a personalized bookmark. All materials will be supplied. Registration required. Community Room

 

Library of Things Pop-up

Monday, April 24, 2 p.m.

Items that are part of our Library of Things will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore. Lobby

 

“Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory: The Making of an Exhibit”

Monday, April 24, 7 p.m.

Autumn Womack and the curatorial team for "Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory" give a behind the scenes account of the three years of research and work that went into the creation of the exhibit. Community Room

 

Panel: The Ramapough and the Ringwood Mines Superfund Site - History, Culture, Education and Environmental Justice

Wednesday, April 26, 7 p.m.

Chief Vincent Mann will be joined by Professor Jack Tchen and Anita Bakshi to talk about The Ramapough and the Ringwood Mines Superfund site. Community Room

 

Presentation: Backyard Composting

Thursday, April 27, 6 p.m.

Bainy Sury of Eco Community Solutions presents "No Waste JerZ," a presentation and workshop designed to share innovative ideas to eliminate waste and encourage composting. Community Room

 

Local Author Day: Building a Direct Connection with Readers

Friday, April 28, 7 p.m., viz Zoom

Penny C. Sansevieri, founder and CEO of Author Marketing Experts Inc., shares how to build connections with readers, drive more word-of-mouth recommendations, get more reviews and sell more books.Register for link.

 

Local Author Day: Crafting a Compelling Query Letter

Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m.

Author Liz Alterman outlines how to write a winning query letter to pitch a manuscript to a literary agent or publisher. Registration required. Tech Center

 

Local Author Day Author Fair

Saturday, April 29, 1:30-4 p.m.

Find fiction and nonfiction for all ages from local published authors who will be available to sell and sign their books on the first floor of the library.

 

Poetry Reading: Judy Rowe Michaels

Sunday, April 30, 3 p.m.

The award-winning poet and retired Princeton Day School educator reads from "This Morning the Mountain," her fourth volume of poetry. Refreshments and book signing to follow. Community Room