Events

Monthly Weekly Daily List

May 2024

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Beaded Earrings
1:30 pm - 2:45 pm
Wednesday, May 1 Learn to make beautiful dangle earrings with beads and other materials for yourself or to give someone as a gift. Presented by Priti Solanki. Please register for only one of the two class times. Click here to register for Session 1: 1:30pm Click here to register for Session 2: 6:00pm , ...
3pm Drop-In: Ducklings
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 3:00pm until supplies run out for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is to stop by! You can pick up this craft in the children’s room in the basement. , ...
Beaded Earrings
6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Wednesday, May 1 Learn to make beautiful dangle earrings with beads and other materials for yourself or to give someone as a gift. Presented by Priti Solanki. Please register for only one of the two class times. Click here to register for Session 1: 1:30pm Click here to register for Session 2: 6:00pm , ...
Understanding & Treating Sciatica
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
If you experience shooting pain or weakness down your legs or a heaviness in your legs while walking that feels better with sitting — these symptoms could be coming from your lower spine. Join Hesham Saleh, MD, specializing in orthopaedic surgery, to learn about diagnosis and treatment options which can include, , ...
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Family and Sensory Storytime
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Miss Maureen for a family storytime for all ages followed by sensory activities. No registration required , ...
Teen Open Study
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Need a place to study or work on a group project during the busy end of the school year? Check out the library’s new weekly Teen Open Study hours in the Community Room! The library will provide both space and certain school supplies. Drop in to check it out! , ...
ESL Conversation Class
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Every Thursday on Zoom, 7:00pm – 8:15pm *NO CLASS ON THURSDAY 4/11/24 & 5/9/24* Express yourself, socialize, form new relationships, and share resources! This program is facilitated by Eileen N. Sinett, a Plainsboro resident and Communications Specialist, who has expertise in pronunciation improvement, langua , ...
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JAZZ APPRECIATION 2024
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Plainsboro Library & Plainsboro Cultural and Recreation Center Presents: Friday, April 26, 7p  Kyrie Miller and Jimmy Jams will perform at the Plainsboro Preserve located at 80 Scotts Corner Rd., Plainsboro NJ, 08536 Friday, May 3, 7p  James Popik and JP4 will perform on Market Square Plaza in front of the Plainsbo , ...
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Breakfast and Books: Chat with Director Darren Miguez
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Every first Saturday in 2023, come to the library at 10:00am to have donuts and coffee with Library Director Darren Miguez. He would love to talk with you about how you use the library, future plans for the institution, and what you want to see out of your Plainsboro Public Library. Darren may debut new resources, note , ...
“Whispers of Serenity”.
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Aleksandra (Sasha) Seletskaya is the featured artist during the month of May. Aleksandra works in various mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolors, gouache, pastels, alcohol ink and mixed media. Her works are very personal, lyrical and feminine. They present themes and environments that are light-filled and radiate , ...
Teen Advisory Board
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Teen Advisory Board meeting. We will meet in the Community Room. To learn more, visit: https://plainsborolibrary.org/teen-advisory-board-2/ , ...
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Books & Crafts
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meet Kiersten for stories, songs, and a craft! Designed for children 3-5 years, all families are welcome to attend. No registration required. , ...
Junior Chess Club
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Junior Chess Club is a fun and engaging program run by Pawns Pathways, a group of experienced high school chess club members. All skill levels are welcome to join, with weekly lessons and tournaments being held for your child to practice and grow their chess skills. Best of all, it is entirely free! Ages 5-14. About Pa , ...
Chess Drop-In for Adults
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Every Monday 6:30-8:00 pm. Join us for some casual chess games led by volunteers from Impact Chess. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. No registration required. , ...
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Lapsit Storytime
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Join Kiersten for a lapsit storytime! For ages 0-1 ½. No registration required. , ...
Crochet & Knitting Group
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Like to Knit or Crochet? Drop-in with your own supplies and projects. Share tips, project ideas, and learn new skills with new friends while working on your project. Beginners to experts are welcome. No registration required. , ...
The Speaking Solution
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Speaking Solution is a comprehensive program designed to equip children with essential public speaking skills. These sessions will cover a range of topics, including effective delivery techniques, crafting impactful content, and understanding the practical applications of public speaking. Our experienced instructor , ...
Plainsboro Art Group Meet-Up
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Calling all artists! The Plainsboro Public Library hosts Art Group, a monthly meeting for artists to share their work and ideas, seek advice from other talented eyes, and connect with artists in our communities. Bring your work-in-progress or your finished piece and join in a friendly critique. Exchange ideas. Particip , ...
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3pm Drop-In: Donkeys
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 3:00pm until supplies run out for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is to stop by! You can pick up this craft in the children’s room in the basement. , ...
Mother’s Day GIF
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
In this fun workshop, we’ll create a heartwarming Mother’s Day GIF using Canva! Ages: 9+ You can bring your laptop or use one of ours. Register here. , ...
Financial Literacy Workshops
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Adult event: Join us to learn a variety of workshops that cover a comprehensive range of financial topics. These workshops are provided by the Association of Financial Educators. May 8th: Financial Planning Basics: How smart are your goals? This workshop covers it all! Setting goals, budgeting, having an emergency fund , ...
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Reschedule: Digital Training: Intro to Google Meet
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Reschedule to 5/14 Participants will get to learn the basics of Google Meet. Bring your own device/laptop or borrow one of ours. Registration required. Click here to register. , ...
Teen Open Study
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Need a place to study or work on a group project during the busy end of the school year? Check out the library’s new weekly Teen Open Study hours in the Community Room! The library will provide both space and certain school supplies. Drop in to check it out! , ...
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Drop-In Computer and Tech Help
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Have questions about computers or smartphones? Do you want to learn how to manage your files and folders on your computer? Or do you want to learn how to access and download digital books? Stop by for any of our tech help sessions. Please bring your own device No registration required , ...
Science and Stories
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Miss Maureen for stories, songs, and STEM activities.  Some activities will take place outside, weather permitting. Designed for ages 3-5 and their caregivers. No registration required. Theme: Weather! , ...
JAZZ APPRECIATION 2024
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Plainsboro Library & Plainsboro Cultural and Recreation Center Presents: Friday, April 26, 7p  Kyrie Miller and Jimmy Jams will perform at the Plainsboro Preserve located at 80 Scotts Corner Rd., Plainsboro NJ, 08536 Friday, May 3, 7p  James Popik and JP4 will perform on Market Square Plaza in front of the Plainsbo , ...
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Mother’s Day GIF
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
In this fun workshop, we’ll create a heartwarming Mother’s Day GIF using Canva! Ages: Adults You can bring your laptop or use one of ours. Register here. , ...
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Books & Crafts
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meet Kiersten for stories, songs, and a craft! Designed for children 3-5 years, all families are welcome to attend. No registration required. , ...
Junior Chess Club
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Junior Chess Club is a fun and engaging program run by Pawns Pathways, a group of experienced high school chess club members. All skill levels are welcome to join, with weekly lessons and tournaments being held for your child to practice and grow their chess skills. Best of all, it is entirely free! Ages 5-14. About Pa , ...
Chess Drop-In for Adults
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Every Monday 6:30-8:00 pm. Join us for some casual chess games led by volunteers from Impact Chess. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. No registration required. , ...
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Digital Training: Intro to Google Meet
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Participants will get to learn the basics of Google Meet. Bring your own device/laptop or borrow one of ours. Registration required. Click here to register. , ...
Crochet & Knitting Group
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Like to Knit or Crochet? Drop-in with your own supplies and projects. Share tips, project ideas, and learn new skills with new friends while working on your project. Beginners to experts are welcome. No registration required. , ...
The Speaking Solution
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Speaking Solution is a comprehensive program designed to equip children with essential public speaking skills. These sessions will cover a range of topics, including effective delivery techniques, crafting impactful content, and understanding the practical applications of public speaking. Our experienced instructor , ...
Sketching Club
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8:00pm 2nd Floor History Room Join Tatiana Sougakova in the library’s History Room on the second Tuesday of each month to sketch, share work, tips, ideas and resources! All levels are welcome, from beginners to professionals. For ages 15+. (No registration required, but seats are limited , ...
The Power of Breath and Meditation
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Breath and Meditation program offers powerful breathing techniques and relaxing meditations. Breath and meditation are the key to a calm and collective state of mind. These practices improve concentration, clarity of perception, provide a boost of energy, relaxation and rejuvenation. Participants feel calm, peacefu , ...
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3pm Drop-In: Chocolate Chip Day
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 3:00pm until supplies run out for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is to stop by! You can pick up this craft in the children’s room in the basement. , ...
Teen Open Study
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Need a place to study or work on a group project during the busy end of the school year? Check out the library’s new weekly Teen Open Study hours in the Community Room! The library will provide both space and certain school supplies. Drop in to check it out! , ...
Home Buying / Selling Under the Current Real Estate Market Condition
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an exclusive seminar/workshop that will empower you to enhance your knowledge and confidence to facilitate any transaction you do either buying a home or selling one. Discover the secrets of success handling your real estate transaction with what is involved and various tips. During this session, we will de , ...
Socrates Café
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
THINKERS WANTED! The Socrates Café Discussion Group will meet through Zoom. Register here for the event. Zoom information will be provided with your registration to this event. You may enable the video or phone option for this discussion. You can download the computer app here: https://zoom.us/download, or get it throu , ...
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Family and Sensory Storytime
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Miss Maureen for a family storytime for all ages followed by sensory activities. No registration required , ...
Teen Advisory Board
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Teen Advisory Board meeting. We will meet in the Community Room. To learn more, visit: https://plainsborolibrary.org/teen-advisory-board-2/ , ...
ESL Conversation Class
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Every Thursday on Zoom, 7:00pm – 8:15pm *NO CLASS ON THURSDAY 4/11/24 & 5/9/24* Express yourself, socialize, form new relationships, and share resources! This program is facilitated by Eileen N. Sinett, a Plainsboro resident and Communications Specialist, who has expertise in pronunciation improvement, langua , ...
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Library Senior Social Club: Ferris Wheel Picture Frame
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Saturday, May 18th at 11:00am Join us to create a Ferris wheel picture frame and add your pictures to that. Materials will be provided. You may bring 3×3 pictures of your choice or it can be added later on. Light snacks will be served. Click here to register. , ...
Vision Screening (Plainsboro Township Lions Club)
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday, May 18, 1-3pm 2nd Floor History Room   The newly-revived Plainsboro Township Lions Club will be holding a vision screening session at the Plainsboro Library! All ages welcome, no registration required. For additional information on the Plainsboro Township Lions Club, please contact Kavitha Gangavarapu at , ...
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Books & Crafts
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meet Kiersten for stories, songs, and a craft! Designed for children 3-5 years, all families are welcome to attend. No registration required. , ...
Junior Chess Club
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Junior Chess Club is a fun and engaging program run by Pawns Pathways, a group of experienced high school chess club members. All skill levels are welcome to join, with weekly lessons and tournaments being held for your child to practice and grow their chess skills. Best of all, it is entirely free! Ages 5-14. About Pa , ...
Chess Drop-In for Adults
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Every Monday 6:30-8:00 pm. Join us for some casual chess games led by volunteers from Impact Chess. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. No registration required. , ...
Family Storytime
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Join Maureen for a family storytime for all ages! No registration required , ...
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Lapsit Storytime
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Join Kiersten for a lapsit storytime! For ages 0-1 ½. No registration required. , ...
Crochet & Knitting Group
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Like to Knit or Crochet? Drop-in with your own supplies and projects. Share tips, project ideas, and learn new skills with new friends while working on your project. Beginners to experts are welcome. No registration required. , ...
The Speaking Solution
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Speaking Solution is a comprehensive program designed to equip children with essential public speaking skills. These sessions will cover a range of topics, including effective delivery techniques, crafting impactful content, and understanding the practical applications of public speaking. Our experienced instructor , ...
STEAM Adventures
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities inspired by books, with new themes each session. For kindergarten-5th grade. No registration required. , ...
The Power of Breath and Meditation
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Breath and Meditation program offers powerful breathing techniques and relaxing meditations. Breath and meditation are the key to a calm and collective state of mind. These practices improve concentration, clarity of perception, provide a boost of energy, relaxation and rejuvenation. Participants feel calm, peacefu , ...
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Books & Bricks
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for stories and songs, followed by a book-inspired building activity using LEGO Duplos. All ages. No registration required. , ...
3pm Drop-In: Butterflies
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 3:00pm until supplies run out for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is to stop by! You can pick up this craft in the children’s room in the basement. , ...
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Teen Open Study
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Need a place to study or work on a group project during the busy end of the school year? Check out the library’s new weekly Teen Open Study hours in the Community Room! The library will provide both space and certain school supplies. Drop in to check it out! , ...
ESL Conversation Class
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Every Thursday on Zoom, 7:00pm – 8:15pm *NO CLASS ON THURSDAY 4/11/24 & 5/9/24* Express yourself, socialize, form new relationships, and share resources! This program is facilitated by Eileen N. Sinett, a Plainsboro resident and Communications Specialist, who has expertise in pronunciation improvement, langua , ...
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Drop-In Computer and Tech Help
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Have questions about computers or smartphones? Do you want to learn how to manage your files and folders on your computer? Or do you want to learn how to access and download digital books? Stop by for any of our tech help sessions. Please bring your own device No registration required , ...
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DIY Flower Card
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Join us for a workshop where we’ll create a 3D paper flowers greeting card and pair it with a heartfelt message for an extra touch. Ages: 8+ Register here , ...
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Memorial Day 2024
All Day
The Library will be CLOSED on Monday, May 27th, 2024 for Memorial Day. , ...
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Crochet & Knitting Group
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Like to Knit or Crochet? Drop-in with your own supplies and projects. Share tips, project ideas, and learn new skills with new friends while working on your project. Beginners to experts are welcome. No registration required. , ...
Teen Open Study
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Need a place to study or work on a group project during the busy end of the school year? Check out the library’s new weekly Teen Open Study hours in the Community Room! The library will provide both space and certain school supplies. Drop in to check it out! , ...
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3pm Drop-In: Snails
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Drop by the library every Wednesday from 3:00pm until supplies run out for a passive program! From take-and-make crafts to self-guided in-library activities, we’ll always have something a little different. The only way to find out what is to stop by! You can pick up this craft in the children’s room in the basement. , ...
3D Paper Art
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an engaging workshop where we use only paper to create 3D pictures. Ages: 8+ Register here     , ...
Financial Literacy Workshops
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Adult event: Join us to learn a variety of workshops that cover a comprehensive range of financial topics. These workshops are provided by the Association of Financial Educators. May 8th: Financial Planning Basics: How smart are your goals? This workshop covers it all! Setting goals, budgeting, having an emergency fund , ...
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GENTLE YOGA
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
This slow-paced class, led by Maria Benerofe, a certified yoga instructor, includes breath work, stretching, and a flow of poses, which will help improve flexibility and reduce stress. The class is ideal for anyone new to yoga and anyone who desires a relaxed practice of yoga. Please bring a yoga mat. Blocks and blank , ...
Score Princeton: Improve Safety & Manage Risks for your Small Business Without Going Broke
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
In this interactive workshop, attendees will gain an introduction to risk management and recognizing hazards, resources to protect their interests and mitigate risk and ideas to kick-start their risk management program. In addition, attendees will work through 3 types of workplace scenarios (restaurant, construction an , ...
ESL Conversation Class
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Every Thursday on Zoom, 7:00pm – 8:15pm *NO CLASS ON THURSDAY 4/11/24 & 5/9/24* Express yourself, socialize, form new relationships, and share resources! This program is facilitated by Eileen N. Sinett, a Plainsboro resident and Communications Specialist, who has expertise in pronunciation improvement, langua , ...
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