(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Here is a look at the events in the Princeton Public Library in January. A wide variety of events include political correspondents talking about recent elections, storytime, book groups, movies, technology classes, job seekers sessions, and more.
Steve Kornacki - Tuesday, January 10, 7:00pm. NBC News national political correspondent Steve Kornacki talks with Ingrid Reed about what can be learned from the 2022 elections and what might happen in 2023. Registration required. Community Room and virtual.
Yolonda Jordan - Thursday, January 19, 7:00pm. Library staff member Cassie Smith joins Yolonda Jordan in a virtual discussion from the library's Newsroom where examples of dolls made from Jordan's patterns will be on display and attendees can meet others who crochet. Registration is not required to attend the Newsroom event. Please register to attend via Zoom.
Fiction Book Group - Thursday, January 12, 10:30am. The group discusses “Trust” by Hernan Diaz.
Conference Room
Black Voices Book Group - Thursday, January 12, 7:15pm. The group discusses "The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America" by Richard Rothstein. Via Google Meet. See events calendar for link.
PSO Soundtracks: “Knoxville and the Lost Generation” - Thursday, January 12, 7:00pm. Historical musicologist Austin Stewart explores author James Agee and composer Samuel Barber's approaches to coloring in their own childhood memories in "Knoxville: Summer of 1915." Community Room
Movie: “The Duke” - Wednesday, January 4, 3:00pm. Community Room
TECHNOLOGY CLASSES:
Ask the Mac Pros - Tuesday, January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, 11:00am to 1:00pm. Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session. Technology Center
Computer Organization for the New Year - Wednesday, January 11, 10:00am. Learn ways to organize and better manage your computer and digital files. Registration required. Technology Center
A Guide to iCloud - Wednesday, January 18, 2:00pm. Technology Center
Get More Out of Gmail - Tuesday, January 24, 2:00pm; registration required. Technology Center
Beyond Cable - Thursday, January 26, 1:00pm. Learn the pros and cons of switching from cable television to streaming services. Technology Center
JOB SEEKERS SESSIONS
Friday, January 6, 9:40am - Discover the Hidden Job Market. Community Room
Friday, January 13, 9:45am - Career Clarity and Purpose. Community Room
OTHER EVENTS
Teens: Economics Made Simple - Saturday, January 7, 2:00pm. Students in grades 6 to 8 will learn about topics in economics. Presented by Princeton High School students. Technology Center
Teens: Go Between Club - Saturday, January 14, 2:00pm. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders discuss books and other interests. STEAM Studio
Sensory Storytime - Monday, January 9, 10:30am. 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, January 7, 21, 3:00pm-4:30pm. For children in grades 2-6. Story Room
Teens: Writers Circle for Middle Grade Students - Wednesday, January 11, January 25, 4:30pm. In this six-week workshop, aspiring writers in firth to eighth grade take part in creative exercises inspired by popular middle grade novels. Registration required. STEAM Studio
Meet the Superintendent - Monday, January 9, 4:30pm-6:00pm, Lobby. Parents, students and community members are invited to meet Princeton Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carol Kelley during these 'open office' hours.
Writers Room - Tuesday, January 17, 7:00pm. 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, January 9, 23, 7:00pm. Poets read from works in progress and receive peer feedback at these virtual sessions. Registration required.
Princeton Sketchers - Tuesday, January 10, 10:30am, Conference Room. Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet monthly to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group. Registration is requested.
Sweet Tooth, Bitter Truth - Wednesday, January 11, 7:00pm. Health and fitness advocate Randie Rubin talks about how eating sugar impacts health and shares some delicious alternatives to satisfy cravings for sweets. Community Room
Build with Lego - Monday, January 23, 4:00pm. Drop-in, non-competitive Lego session including building time and design sharing. STEAM Studio
Mayors Wellness Campaign: Zentangle with Mimi - Sunday, January 15, 1:00pm. Registration required. Community Room
Mayors Wellness Book Discussion - Wednesday, January 18, 1:00pm. "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman will be discussed both in person and virtually. Registration required for the in-person program. Conference Room
Kids Book Group: Read & Craft - Tuesday, January 18, 4:30pm. Children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to read a book or two together and do a fun craft or activity based on themes or characters from the book. Story Room
Five Basic Principles for Getting and Staying Organized - Wednesday, January 18, 7:00pm. Professional organizers Marie Limpert and Annmarie Brogan present their five basic organizing principles, answer questions and provide solutions to common challenges. On January 25, join Limpert and Brogan for “Where’s My Stuff? The Ins and Outs of Managing Space. Via Zoom; register for link.
Teens: Craft, Chat and Chill - Tuesday, January 24, 5:00pm. A monthly craft and chat hour where teens do hands-on projects and discuss books, movies, podcasts, music and more. This month’s project is a macramé keychain. Teen Center
“My Pretty Brown Doll” Crochet Along - Sunday, January 29, 1:00pm. Over four sessions, participants will crochet a beautiful 12-inch African American doll from "My Pretty Brown Doll." Crochet skill level: advanced beginner and up. Registration required.
Getting Started as a Paid Freelance Writer - Monday, January 30, 7:00pm. Journalist Terri Huggins discusses types of freelance writing, setting up portfolios, and creating writing samples as well as getting your first writing assignment and making money as a freelancer. Newsroom
Princeton Public Library is located in the Sands Library Building (65 Witherspoon Street) in Princeton, New Jersey.
