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Events for Saturday April 18, 2026

Unearthing a Story: James Garfield, Hopewell Library

Saturday April 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Hopewell Branch 245 Pennington-Titusville Road Pennington, NJ 08534   609-737-2610

Though his presidency was cut short by an assassin’s bullet, James A. Garfield left behind a remarkable collection of correspondence. Join us to help digitize these fascinating historical documents. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop; a limited number are available on site. Unearthing a Story, One Page at a Time is a collaborative transcription series where volunteers convert historical documents into searchable digital text, supporting researchers, genealogists, and the preservation of history for future generations. Registration is requested.

Colonial Tales & Treasures, West Windsor Branch

Saturday April 18, 2026
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

West Windsor Branch  333 North Post Road Princeton Junction, NJ 08550  609-799-0462

What was it like to grow up in West Windsor hundreds of years ago? Bring the whole family to discover the magic of the Colonial Era (1600-1700s). Our friends from the West Windsor Historical Society will share cozy folk talks and local legends during a special storytime. Afterwards, get creative at our craft stations where we will make traditional colonial keepsakes to take home. For ages 5-11 years. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.

 

Poetry Reading: Dara-Lyn Shrager and Rachel Marie Patterson, Princeton Public Library

Saturday April 18, 2026
3:00 PM

Dara-Lyn Shrager reads from "Little Knives," her new collection of poems. Rachel Marie Patterson, co-founder with Dara-Lyn of the online journal "Radar Poetry," will also read. Book signing to follow.

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