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Join us in honoring #BlackHistoryMonth. Our Resource Guide has an array of programs, book recommendations, and resources. Dive into a packed lineup of events, explore recommended reading, and plan your visit to the library this month. princetonlibrary.org/guides/black-h…

Tonight at 6:00 PM at the Princeton Public Library: Professors Ilya Kaminsky and Katie Farris offer Poetry in a Burning World: Between Lines and Stanzas: Ways of Being Human with Poetry, a collaborative presentation of their works on deafness, the challenges of facing cancer, and the war in Ukraine, as part of the Verse & Voice Festival of Poetry and the Being Human Festival.

Honored to read my poetry at this prestigious event held at Princeton Public Library. Details are in the link. No registration needed for public attendance but if you are attending virtually, use the link below. May our voices stay true to our beliefs princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/1632912

If you’re in the Princeton area, come see me and @esglaude.bsky.social talk about my newest book Jefferson: A Reader on Race. This Sunday at 3:00 pm. Special Event: The Jefferson Paradox - Princeton Public Library princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/16061539

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed will be joined by Princeton Professor Eddie Glaude for 'The Jefferson Paradox — Race, Slavery and the Promise of America' tapinto.net/s/826b0c

In honor of the Library's birthday 🎂 🥳 and National Poetry Month, here's 25th U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze reading his poem, "Library of Congress."

Thank you for being such a tremendous resource @PrincetonPL . The Library Store has deeply discounted books that I am very excited to read. I can’t wait to attend Kory Stamper’s talk on colors. (I think my 8 y/o nephew would be interested in attending too! )

How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Poetry!

Earlier this afternoon, @PrincetonPolice Department responded to a report of a violent incident involving a gun at the library. During this response, it was determined to be an instance of swatting. More from PD here: nixle.us/GLATP?_ga=2.31…

📍 Princeton Public Library, NJ Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend a fantastic @SCOREMentors Princeton workshop featuring speaker Jack Armstrong! 🧠 The topic? “Buying a Franchise or an Existing Independent Business.” My key takeaway: Service-Based Franchises are on 🔥

@princetonareacf This grant has had a huge impact on our programming teens and for younger kids too. You can read an update on our blog to see what they have been doing: princetonlibrary.org/teen-volunteer… #librariesmatter

With help from our grant, Princeton Public Library Foundation is encouraging kids to read & review books and giving teens a chance to lead community events and group projects through its Youth Summer Reading & Volunteer Program! Learn more: bit.ly/4jdSqxr

It's back! The iconic PPL Black tote bag is a stylish accessory and a sustainable choice. It's reusable, made of organic cotton and recycled plastic bottles, and proudly 'Made in the USA' by a family and women-owned company in New Hampshire.

Today’s the day, New Jersey! Polls are NOW OPEN for the 2025 Primary Election and will remain open until 8:00 p.m. tonight. 🗳️ Find your polling and ballot drop box locations here: nj.gov/state/election…

I was deeply saddened today to learn of the passing of Brian M. Hughes, my predecessor as County Executive. Full Statement at: mercercounty.org/Home/Component…

@PSGMercerCounty @PrincetonPL @PSGsofNJ @PSGMercerCounty, what a fantastic event! sharing insights into job-seeking strategies is so valuable. we're all in this journey together! 🌟

Tonight at 7 pm on Zoom we will host Murray Carpenter will be joined by Jennie Erin Smith to discuss his @mitpress book "Sweet and Deadly." Register here: princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/13480784

PSG Mercer Cty Expands Friday Meetings to Plainsboro, NJ Beginning May 9, PSG Mercer Cty will hold bi-weekly meetings at the Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro, alternating with its new schedule of bi-weekly meetings at @PrincetonPL @PSGsofNJ @PSGCNJ

We at the Review mourn the loss of Mario Vargas Llosa (1936-2025). In celebration of his life and work, we’ve unlocked his Art of Fiction interview from our archive. theparisreview.org/interviews/228…

This month, on the Sourland Niche Blog, Yvonne Kunz takes us back to last year’s unforgettable Amphibian Crossing! 🐸✨ 👉 sourland.org/crossing-guard… Thank you, Yvonne, for sharing this reflection and awesome photos! 💚

Just added to our calendar! Book Brunch on June 8 with @MollyJongFast for the release of her memoir HOW TO LOSE YOUR MOTHER. Molly will be in conversation with Diana Weymar of @TinyPricks. Registration is open, so save your seat! There will be pastry! princetonlibrary.libnet.info/event/13494068