Princeton public library book clubs

Bring your lunch, meet fellow readers, and share a book recommendation. For the greater princeton university community, the cst. The matson public library located on south main street in princeton was first opened for use by the public. Read more about finding book ideas for your book club. There is a cafe as well as a little gift shop and used book shop. Get together at a local restaurant thats where the one drink minimum comes into play, though any menu item would do to discuss this months book. Eventually the group came to include among its members edmund burke, adam smith, edward gibbon. The clubs themselves are superb examples of the architecture of the period, said the author, who was commissioned first to document the history of the clubs for the princeton prospect foundation ppf, and then to write the book. Hosts events such as evnin lectures, living at the intersection symposium, live radio events, book clubs that allow participants to delve into critical stem questions and issues. Directors choice book club at the middletown township public library, which meets on the second friday of every month. The princeton library is dedicated to providing the public with knowledge and enrichment in many forms, and to bringing cultural, artistic, and educational community events to all ages. Over the years the friends of princeton library has been composed of a hardworking group of community volunteers who have given their time and expertise to finding ways to supplement the library s limited budget through fundraising community activities.

Also check out the continuous book sale shelves in the library cafe and just to the left inside the main library doorway. Princeton public library 920 mercer street princeton. Princeton public library 2020 all you need to know before. Lack of time, scheduling conflicts, mobility issues, desire for anonymity, and other. This library is one of the best public libraries i have ever experienced. The library provides a host of services to local independent book groups. The princeton public library also participates in open library, an ebook lending program. Entering princeton university library opens the doors to a universe of extraordinary resources where access and discoverability are central priorities. The princeton public library announces the launch of its wandering book club, a dedicated space where people in the greater princeton area.

The club johnson, boswell, and the friends who shaped an age book. May 22, 2014 libraries have long embraced the reading public and provided public forums for book discussion, long before talkshow host oprah winfrey renewed interest in book clubs in 1996. Felicia spitz of princeton childrens fund pcf shared some happy news recently. Princeton public library 2020 all you need to know. Womens clubs and public libraries princeton university library. Book about princetons eating clubs details architecture. At meetings of the historical fiction book group, scholars participate in discussions of the fictional elements and the nonfictional local and regional context of selected books. In advance of mccarter theatre centers production of gloria. Please note that events preceded by an are not ppl programs, but meetings and event groups using our matson. All east central regional library locations are closed until further notice due to the covid19 pandemic.

Potluck book club join us every second tuesday of the month at 5. Additionally, it organizes various events, such as book club meetings, discussions, workshops, genealogy classes, story reading, exhibitions, financial aid presentations, awareness programs and entertainment nights. The john witherspoon book club began reading the mortification of fovea munson and had a skype visit from the author, mary winn heider. We have decided to eat at a local restaurant every month. One drink minimum book club of princeton princeton, nj 1,754 members. All proceeds to benefit the princeton public library.

The mission of the princeton public library is to enable allour mission for the community citizens of our community to improve their quality of life by providing opportunities for lifelong learning and recreational experiences. Book groups for teens go between club all sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us on the second saturday of every month during the school year for a fun discussion of books and other interests. Join ywca princeton, the princeton public library, and labyrinth books for a discussion of the toni morrison book club with authors all of whom are professors of the college of new jersey, winnifred brownglaude, juda bennett, cassandra jackson, and piper kendrix williams. Here it is in its first location, at the foot of blair arch on the princeton university campus. Gloria steinems my life on the road popup book club. Book about princetons eating clubs details architecture and. Quebec to princeton 11 ways to travel via train, plane. Come and fellowship with friends and discuss the book of. The princeton public library strives to offer a variety of programming and we truly have a little something for everyone, form our monthly programs to our exciting, new program ideas. The princeton public library offers a multitude of free programs and events for children, teens, and adults. Our free services include tech help, downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, book clubs, story time for preschool children, and the loan of books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, magazines, and more. To learn more about these clubs, go to the librarys website.

Covid19 advisory for the health and safety of meetup communities, were. In our more modern, connected, and everbusy age, however, traditional library book clubs have been undergoing a quiet revolution. Word of mouth is one of the most important market factors determining the popularity of a book. Marchs book is the word is murder by anthony horowitz. There is also plenty of family drama, and it touches on the issue of mental illness. Mary barroll, princeton public library director, plans to retire on april 3, 2020. Fiction or nonfiction, paperback or hardcover, youll read a new book every month. The mystery book club meets on the 1st wednesday of every month at 9. To this end, it may be necessary to open later or close earlier when weather is a concern. The public library access card plac is available to any adult patron, with a membership, who wishes to use any other library that does not have a reciprocal agreement with the princeton public library.

Family resources and listings on schools, parenting, doctors, therapists, educational and domestic services. It is that time of year again, for a reminder of our policy when the weather may change quite quickly. Now that most of us are living under a stayathome order, the group will launch on discord, an online community. It is the most visited municipal public library in new jersey with over 860,000 annual visitors who borrow 550,000 items, ask more than 83,000 reference questions, log onto library computers. Spencer, secretary of the board of library commissioners. Plus ideas for family day trips, birthday parties, and outdoor fun.

October 22, 2015 princeton public library leave a comment to find out more about the following ppl program events, call us at 81587531 or click here to find posts about individual events. It is the most visited municipal public library in new jersey with over 860,000 annual visitors who borrow 550,000 items, ask more than 83,000 reference questions, log onto library computers over 90,000 times, and attend more than 1,300 programs. The historical society of princetons historical fiction book group, cosponsored by the princeton public library, immerses readers in the world of a historical. Princeton university student clubs records princeton. One drink minimum book club of princeton princeton, nj. East central regional library book club kits were started in 2002 with a grant from the minnesota library association foundation, with matching funds from book clubs in north branch, pine city and princeton libraries. Princeton university students provide afterschool homework help in all subjects to students in elementary through high school. April 8, 2020 princeton public library leave a comment well add to this list as we come across new links.

Their librarian by appointment program gives you up to 1 hour dedicated with a reference librarian to learn how to use the online databases and to easily navigate the resources of the. Virtual wandering book club launch princeton public library. She gently guided us from the dialup era to the new digital age of library services while maintaining a great variety of handson programming for all ages. Our number one concern is the safety of our patrons and staff. Join facebook to connect with clement bailly and others you may know. Book sales are held on the dates below in the book sale room at the back of the library. Leads innovative stem workshops at the princeton public library. The princeton public library is creating a wall art piece to recognize those who have contributed toward the construction costs of the new library. Please contact lending services at 609 9249529 x210 with questions about your. Library policies princeton public library, princeton indiana. From the library fundraising committee notice to donors.

While our building is offlimits for the community and staff, the business of the library moves along, with staff planning online events, curating digital collections, providing research assistance, and recommending reads. Book groups library book groups independent book groups library book groups all library book groups are open to the public. Our free services include tech help, downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, book clubs, story time for preschool children, and the loan of books, dvds, cds. One of her friends in the book club just turned 30, and turner says with a note of satisfaction in her voice shes a huge reader. See the new ebook additions collection from princeton public library. In may, well read bluebird, bluebird by attica locke. Princeton station, otherwise known as the dinky station has moved several times. Check us out on facebook to stay up to date with library news and events or call us at 304 4875045 for assistance. Cookbook club website of the princeton public library. The struggles of the main character are also noteworthy as she struggles to survive and find her true north.

Princeton public library, princeton indiana whats coming. Find groups in princeton, new jersey about book clubs and meet people in your local community who share your interests. A life, written and directed by artistic director and resident playwright emily mann, mccarter is partnering with labyrinth books and princeton public library to offer a popup book club event to explore writer, lecturer, and feminist activist and organizer gloria steinems most recently published memoir my life on the road. At meetings of the historical fiction book group, scholars participate in discussions of the fictional elements and the nonfictional context of selected books. One of the worlds foremost research libraries, pul supports the modern needs of todays researchers through technological advances and indepth knowledge. Zink will speak about the book on tuesday, december 12 at 7 p. The group had planned to wander every month to a different spot in princeton to discuss a book, genre, or format. Princeton public library book club meets the second tuesday of every month at 7 pm in the library. Princeton area library east central regional library. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. New ebook additions princeton public library overdrive. Book clubs will love this book because it has lots of discussion worthy topics. Princeton public library 920 mercer street princeton, west virginia. Modern woodmen julie wayland hometown hero award march 2019.

The club book princeton public library bibliocommons. A betweenthecovers report on princetons most exclusive. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. The princeton public library is a wonderful facility with outstanding. One drink minimum book club of princeton princeton, nj meetup. Princeton public library 65 witherspoon st princeton, nj. Now that most of us are living under a stayathome order, the group will. You can pick up copies of these books at the library any time. Check out this list in our catalog for more information about book group selections. Whether you are looking for book suggestions, discussion questions, a place to meet, or.

We are sorry to inform our patrons that the princeton public library will be. Resources are also available from the library of congress center for the book, american library association public programs office, the ala library, and alas booklist, which has a number of lists of adult, children, and youngadult books. Princeton university student clubs records, 18211926 consists of bound volumes including minute books, financial ledgers, and other record books from studentorganized campus clubs including the nassau hall education society 18211839, literary sharpshooters 18871888, the philosophical club. Aside from books and other reading material, the library offers public access internet and a career center with access to joblink. Welcome to the princeton public library princeton public. Best public library in the country we dont live in princeton, nj but just on its borders.

Book club groups in princeton heres a look at some book club groups near princeton. Historical fiction book group historical society of princeton. This book discussion group for people in their 20s and 30s is led by librarians morgan taylor and nora walsh. Good reads recommended by the youth service librarians, information about book groups and clubs, and directions for accessing audiobooks and ebooks online. Books about books and readers princeton public library. The locomotive pictured is the princeton special, a train that ran directly to new york city, without requiring a transfer at princeton junction. Snacks served, please bring something to share if you can. Find groups in princeton, new jersey about book club and meet people in your local community who share your interests. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Historical fiction book group historical society of. For grades 68 meets on the second saturday of the month during the school year. The princeton public library is located inside the princeton high school building at 101 dr. In advance of the opening of mccarter theatre centers production of edith whartons the age of innocence, adapted by douglas mcgrath, mccarter is partnering with labyrinth books and princeton public library to offer a popup book club event to celebrate and explore the novel. Have lunch, meet fellow readers, and share a book recommendation.

The princeton public library is a wonderful facility with outstanding programs and staff. In 1763, the painter joshua reynolds proposed to his friend samuel johnson that they invite a few friends to join them every friday at the turks head tavern in london to dine, drink, and talk until midnight. The princeton public library serves the town of princeton, new jersey. The mystery book club meets on the 1st wednesday of every month at 9am, but will take january 2020 off. Princeton get immersed in the world of a historical time and place, and then engage with a scholar to learn the real story. Librarians choose the books for each group and facilitate the ensuing discussions. Once youve accepted the invitation to join, you can create a free account. Rick and sarah brooks, 6 month subscription to the new york times, sunday edition. Library works virtual princeton public library is open.

The true center for book clubs here, however, is our princeton public library. There are quiet study and conference rooms available for princeton township residents and library members. Princeton public library the princeton public library serves the town of princeton, new jersey. The library offers books clubs for kids, teens, and adults. Join ywca princeton, the princeton public library, and labyrinth books for a discussion of the toni morrison book club with authors all of whom are. Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the princeton public library digital collection. Librarians reimagine book clubs with the help of technology. For more information about a ppl program, please call the library at 81587531. Dec 06, 2017 zink will speak about the book on tuesday, december 12 at 7 p. A betweenthecovers report on princetons most exclusive clubs. People in their 20s and 30s discuss books and other media, led by librarians morgan taylor and nora walsh. The book clubs at the princeton public library have attracted over 40 john witherspoon and princeton high school students. Virtual field trips if a walk around the block just isnt cutting it, heres some virtual field trips to expand your horizons from your own living room.