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Gail Fishman Gerwin
James Arthur
Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. Poetry in the Library Featured poets James Arthur and Gail Fishman Gerwin read from their works for 20 minutes followed by an open-mic session. Arthur is a Hodder Fellow at the Lewis Center for the Arts in Princeton. His poems have appeared in The New Yorker and The American Poetry Review and more. His first book of verse is “Charms Against Lightning.” Fishman Gerwin, a Paterson native, is a former educator and founder of inedit, a freelance writing/editing firm based in Morristown. She is the author of two collections of poetry, “Sugar and Sand” and “Dear Kinfolk,” and the play “Bella’s Family,” which tells the story of a Jewish immigrant family in the early 20th century. Fireplace Area, Second Floor
Co-sponsored by the library, US 1 Poets Coop and Delaware Valley Poets.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 Dec. 11, 10 a.m. Flavors of Princeton The folks from Small World Coffee will demonstrate what transpires from bean to cup. Brewing demonstrations will be featured and baristas and roasters will provide personal tutorials. Community Room
Co-sponsored by the library, Jessica Durrie and Small World Coffee.
Dec. 11, 4 p.m. Chess Club Members of the Princeton High School Chess Club and other volunteers lead these after-school sessions for young people of all ages and abilities. Third Floor
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Dec. 12, 11 a.m. The Buzz Weekly discussions with library staff. For a full description, see Dec. 5 entry. Welcome Desk
Pilot and photographer Alex MacLean discusses his book “Up On the Roof: New York’s Hidden Skyline Spaces” on Dec. 12 at noon. Dec. 12, noon Architecture Talk and Book Signing: Alex MacLean Pilot and photographer MacLean has flown his plane over large areas of the United States, documenting the landscape from agricultural patterns to geometric city grids. In his new book, “Up on the Roof: New York’s Hidden Skyline Spaces,” he directs his lens at the rooftops of New York City, showing the great complexity and life of the roofs of its buildings. Part of the Spotlight on the Humanities: Architecture series. Community Room
Funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this programming do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Dec. 12, 5 p.m. Wednesday Writers Workshop See Dec. 5 entry for description. Princeton Room
KIDS+ Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m.
Origami Club Anyone interested in the traditional Japanese art of paper folding is invited to meet for 90 minutes of new, often seasonal folding. Beginners are welcome. The club is not just for kids; adults are invited, too, and must accompany anyone under the age of 7. Third Floor
Dec. 12, 7 p.m. Ask a Lawyer Lawyers will be at the library for free private consultations on immigration and general legal issues. Consultations are on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment necessary. Spanish translators will be available. For more information, call Lucia Acosta at 609.924.9529, ext. 245. Conference Room and Tower Room
Co-sponsored by the library, the Latin American Task Force, Lutheran Social Ministries, The Princeton Housing Authority and the Mercer County Bar Association.
Dec. 12, 7 p.m. “The Holiday Pines” Take a break from holiday preparations and stress to join members of the Writers Room Group as they read excerpts from “The Holiday Pines,” a fictional family newsletter. Writing as individual members of the Pine family, each member will present a typical holiday newsletter entry contrasted with what really happened during the past year. The Writers Room meets at the library on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. New members are welcome. Community Room
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13 Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. Fiction Book Group Librarian Kristin Friberg leads this discussion of “The Forgotten Waltz” by Anne Enright, winner of the 2012 Andrew Carnegie Award for Excellence in Literature. Told through the eyes of Gina, a young married woman involved in an adulterous
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affair, the book has been called a portrait of the journey of the human heart. Conference Room Dec. 13, 11 a.m. Princeton Farmers and Crafters Market Local farmers and crafters present edible and decorative delights, handmade jewelry and more. The market will be ongoing through 6:30 p.m. to accommodate holiday shoppers. Community Room. Dec. 13, 7 p.m. Black Voices Book Group This group meets monthly to discuss works by African-American authors. All are welcome. Princeton Room.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14
Dec. 14, 10 a.m. Social Media for Career Transitioning For those seeking employment or contemplating a career change, career coach Alex Freund focuses on the importance of using social media effectively. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and the Professional Services Group of Mercer County.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 TEENS Dec. 15, 11 a.m.
Go-Between Club This club for middle school students meets monthly at the library. Talk about books and other interests, help with library events, plan programs with the staff and have a say in library services. New members are always welcome; participation is limited to 25. Register on the online events calendar at princetonlibrary.org. Conference Room CALENDAR CONT IN UES ON PAG E 8