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Friday December 5 9:45am - 12:00pm EST
Job Seekers: Goal Setting for Job Seekers
Joey Himelfarb helps job seekers, career changers, and professionals set their sights on their dream job and move forward with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
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Saturday December 6 10:30am - 11:00am EST
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday December 6 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime
Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.
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Saturday December 6 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Teens: Go Between Club
All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun discussion of books and other interests.
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Sunday December 7 11:00am - 12:15pm EST
Author: Tom Toro in Conversation with Patrick McDonnell
The author presents and discusses his collection, "And to Think We Started as a Book Club..." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Book signing to follow.
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Sunday December 7 2:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Kids: Spanish Storytime
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
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Sunday December 7 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Author: Devoney Looser on "Wild for Austen"
Devoney Looser provides insights into the life, writing, and legacy of Jane Austen and signs copies of "Wild for Austen: A Rebellious, Subversive, and Untamed Jane." Birthday cake will be served.
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Sunday December 7 3:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Kids: Russian Storytime
Storytime in Russian for children and their caregivers.
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Sunday December 7 4:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Kids: Russian Book Club
Readings in Russian are followed by discussion. For children in grades K-4 who are proficient in Russian.
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Sunday December 7 4:00pm - 5:45pm EST
Tiger Tech Help
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
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Monday December 8 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
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Monday December 8 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
English Conversation (in person)
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
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Monday December 8 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Citizenship Test Prep Course
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration is required.
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Monday December 8 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Learn English at the Library (High Beginner Level)
This free, 13-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.
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Tuesday December 9 10:30am - 12:30pm EST
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group.
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Tuesday December 9 10:30am - 12:00pm EST
English Conversation (in person)
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Playtime Fun: Animal Adventures
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
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Tuesday December 9 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Discussion: Book Flood
Based on the Icelandic tradition of Jolabokaflod, attendees and library staff gather to discuss their favorite recent books and find their next great read. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.
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Tuesday December 9 3:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
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Tuesday December 9 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Mercer County Community ID
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.
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Tuesday December 9 6:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Songwriters Circle and Open Mic
The Princeton Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association provides feedback and tips to help songwriters improve at this event that also includes an acoustic open mic.
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Tuesday December 9 7:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Teens: Jolabokaflod (Book Flood) - High School Edition
High school students are invited for games, hot chocolate, and book swap! Bring a book from home to trade (wrap it and write the first line of the book on the front), and take a free book home.
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Wednesday December 10 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Drop in and Knit
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.
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Wednesday December 10 10:30am - 11:00am EST
Kids: Storytime!
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
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Wednesday December 10 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
Kids: Baby Storytime
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
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Wednesday December 10 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Baby Play Group
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
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Wednesday December 10 3:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
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Wednesday December 10 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Crafty Cinema: "Clueless"
Bring your needlework or other craft to work on while we celebrate the 30th anniversary of this modern retelling of Austen's novel "Emma." PG-13. 1 hour, 37 minutes.
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Wednesday December 10 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Presentation: 'The Nerdy Nook: True Tales from the Lab'
Local scientists, engineers, historians, anthropologists and others discuss the whacky and wild histories behind their areas of expertise, as well as the work they do in the lab.
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Wednesday December 10 7:00pm - 8:45pm EST
Tiger Tech Help
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
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Thursday December 11 10:30am - 11:00am EST
Kids: Storytime!
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
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Thursday December 11 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Fiction Book Group
The group discusses "On the Calculation of Volume I" by Balle Solvej.
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Thursday December 11 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
Kids: Baby Storytime
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children up to 24 months old with an adult caregiver.
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Thursday December 11 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Baby Play Group
After Baby Storytime, stay and enjoy free play and socialization with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment.
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Thursday December 11 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Learn English at the Library (Intermediate Level)
This free, 12-week course is for English language learners at an intermediate level. Registration is required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is closed.
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Thursday December 11 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Tech: iCloud
Learn how to use iCloud and iCloud Drive to keep your files and data safe, secure and accessible. Registration required.
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Thursday December 11 3:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
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Thursday December 11 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Opening Reception: "Threads Of Coexistence"
Artist Spriha Gupta, whose work is on view in the Reading Room, discusses the theme of the exhibit, and her technique, at this drop-in event. Refreshments will be served.
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Thursday December 11 6:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Princeton Tech Meetup: Holiday Networking Event
Members of the Princeton area tech community, including creatives, entrepreneurs and investors are invited to attend this networking event. Registration encouraged, but not required. All are welcome.
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Thursday December 11 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
English Conversation
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation at the library facilitated by a volunteer.
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Friday December 12 3:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Film: "Pride and Prejudice"
This first adaptation of Jane Austen's classic 1813 romance novel features Academy Award-winners Sir Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson. 1940. PG. 1 hour, 57 minutes.
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Friday December 12 7:00pm - 9:30pm EST
Film: "Heightened Scrutiny"
This documentary follows ACLU attorney Chase Strangio as he fights a legal battle to overturn Tennessees ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. 1 hour, 25 minutes.
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Saturday December 13 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Tiger Tech Help
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
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Saturday December 13 10:30am - 11:00am EST
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday December 13 11:30am - 12:00pm EST
Kids: Portuguese Storytime
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.
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Saturday December 13 3:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.
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Sunday December 14 2:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Catherine Project Book Group
This hybrid book group meets monthly through 2025 to examine fundamental texts in philosophy and political theory focusing upon justice. Established in partnership with the Catherine Project.
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Sunday December 14 4:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Kids: French Storytime
Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.
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Monday December 15 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Workshop: Writers Room
Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.
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Monday December 15 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Playtime Fun: Build it!
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
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Monday December 15 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
English Conversation (in person)
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer.
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Monday December 15 3:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school. Registration is not required for this drop-in program.
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Monday December 15 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Citizenship Test Prep Course
This free 12-week course, offered in partnership with Literacy New Jersey, prepares people for the Citizenship Test. Students must have a Green Card and basic English skills. Registration is required.