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April 10, 1 p.m. Scrapbooking Circle — At these five-hour monthly sessions, participants have space to spread out and scrap, while getting advice from others. Quiet Room
MONDAY, APRIL 11
April 11, 7 p.m. Noodle Talk — Participants select from a container filled with paper strips (“noodles”), each with one or two questions about life experiences. Alan Goldsmith leads this discussion group. Quiet Room April 11, 7 p.m. Film: “Play Again” — Children play more behind screens than outside. What are they missing? And what impact will this have on our children, our society, and eventually, our planet? This moving and humorous documentary by filmmakers Tonje Hessen Schei and Meg Merri follows six teenagers who, like the “average American child,” spend five to 15 hours a day behind screens. “Play Again” unplugs these teens and takes them on their first wilderness adventure – no electricity, no cell phone coverage, no virtual reality. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and Princeton Balance.
April 11, 7:30 p.m. Poetry in the Library — Poets read for 20 minutes each, followed by an open mic session. Presented by the library, US1 Poets Cooperative and Delaware Valley Poets. Fireplace Area, second floor
TUESDAY, APRIL 12
April 12, 7 p.m. Retirement Talk: Caring for the Caregiver and Managing Caregiver Responsibilities — Barbara Stender, a caregiver specialist with Greater Trenton Behavioral Health Care,speaks as part of the Engaged Retirement series. Conference Room
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 KIDS+April 13, 6:30 p.m.
Origami Club — Anyone with a passion for paper folding is invited to meet for an hour of new and interesting, often seasonal, folding. Beginners are welcome. The club is not just for kids, but a parent must accompany those under age 7. Conference Room
April 13, 7 p.m. Film: “Library of the Early Mind” Please see feature story on Page 13. Community Room. April 13, 7 p.m. Circulo de Lectura: “El arte de la resurrección” por Hernán Rivera Letelie —El desierto chileno y las oficinas salitreras castigadas por el sol son los hostiles parajes donde el iluminado, más conocido como el Cristo del Elqui, causará revuelo
ishly illustrated volume is believed to be the first authoritative dinosaur book in the style of a field guide. A world-renowned dinosaur illustrator and researcher, Paul provides comprehensive visual and textual coverage of the great Mesozoic animals that gave rise to the living dinosaurs, the birds. Incorporating the new discoveries and research that are radically transforming what we know about dinosaurs, this book is distinguished both by its scientific
past and he often looks to the classical world for inspiration in dealing with themes of loss, loneliness and modern atrocities. Best known for his award-winning poetry, Kirchwey is also a book reviewer, teacher, literary curator and advocate for writers and writing. He directed the Unterberg Poetry Center of the 92nd Street Y and is currently a professor at Bryn Mawr College. Part of the Thinking Allowed series co-sponsored by the library and Princeton University Press. Community Room
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
Wondergy presents Science of Sound on April 18, the first in a series of special events for kids and teens for Spring Break Week.
entre los lugareños con sus prédicas santas. Moderado por Luciá Acosta. Princeton Room April 13, 7:30 p.m. Talking Politics Book Group: “It Still Takes a Candidate: Why Women Don’t Run forOffice” by Jennifer Lawless and Richard L. Fox — Discussion led by Joan Goldstein of Mercer County Community College. Quiet Room
THURSDAY, APRIL 14
April 14, 10:30 a.m. Fiction Book Group: “To the End of the Land” by David Grossman This epic yet intimate story of an Israeli family haunted by the shadow of war centers on a love triangle between Ora, Avram, and Ilan. It ends when Avram returns to war, and Ora settles down with Ilan to raise two sons. But when her youngest is called to duty, Ora flees for Galilee, dragging with her Avram, who, deeply scared by his experience as a POW during the Yom Kippur War, has refused contact with her for years. Discussion led by Kristin Friberg. Conference Room April 14, 7:30 p.m. Author Gregory S. Paul — The writer discusses “The Princeton Field Guide to Dinosaurs” in this family-friendly appearance. This lav-
accuracy and the quality and quantity of its illustrations. Part of the Thinking Allowed series co-sponsored by the library and Princeton University Press. Community Room
FRIDAY, APRIL 15 KIDS April 15, 9:15, 10:30, 11:30 a.m.
Home-School Book Discussion Club — Home-schooled children meet to discuss the very best in children’s books. Those ages 7-9 meet at 9:15 a.m.; ages 10-12 at 10:30 a.m. and ages 13-15 at 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Call 609.924.9529, ext. 240. Conference Room April 15, 10 a.m. Film: “Roman Holiday” — Audrey Hepburn won an Oscar in 1953 for her portrayal of a princess who travels incognito to Rome to experience a “normal” life. Gregory Peck costars as the reporter who discovers her ruse and falls in love with her before his exclusive story goes to press. William Wyler directs. Part of the Friday Film Café series. Community Room April 15, 5 p.m. Poetry Reading: Karl Kirchwey The internationally acclaimed poet will read at a special program marking National Poetry Month. Kirchway’s work is strongly influenced by the Greek and Roman
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April 16, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Small Business Fair — This annual gathering of experts in financing, web design, marketing, franchising, and more has become a tradition for those looking to start a new enterprise or keep an existing one healthy. Representatives from the Small Business Development Center, Small Business Administration, banking, and other organizations will be on hand to offer advice. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Chapter of SCORE
MONDAY, APRIL 18 KIDS April 18, 2 p.m.
Wondergy: Science of Sound The same dynamic team that brought Skate Science to the Princeton last year will return with this special program that will help us experience sound as we’ve never seen, felt, or heard it before. Turn your voice into a giant laser show. Play with unique instruments, including a Laser Harp and a PVC Xylophone, and get tickled with sound with a huggable speaker. Ages 5-12. Community Room Calendar continues on Page 12