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Princeton Children’s Book Festival Saturday, September 22, 2018 11am to 4pm Hinds Plaza, Princeton, NJ Cover adapted from the 2018 Princeton Children’s Book Festival poster by Angela Dominguez

FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BRETT BONFIELD

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here is a myth about libraries and a related myth about reading that we need to dispel. The first is that libraries are dusty, cloistered places, staffed by shushing people in cardigans and mid-century spectacles. As you know, the Princeton Public Library is a festive place at the heart of our community where approximately 2,500 people each day browse and borrow books and movies and other items in the collection, participate in classes and events, and receive guidance from the library’s expert staff.

The second myth is that reading only counts if it takes place in a wood cabin by candlelight, a solitary, stoic reader hunched over their weighty tome. While that may describe an essential element of the perfect summer vacation for many of us, the fact is that reading takes place in a wide and growing array of contexts and formats, and the Princeton Public Library is at the nexus of all of them. We are dedicated to celebrating our shared love of reading, and the communal habit of developing clusters of interest around specific books and authors, as a way to bring community members together, especially during the summer months, and culminating in the Princeton Children’s Book Festival.

Summer is the library’s busiest time, so the odds of our seeing you in the next three months are especially high. We look forward to sharing our love of reading with you and to your sharing your love of reading with us, and with others in our community, in the months ahead.

Princeton Public Library Sands Library Building 65 Witherspoon St. Princeton, NJ 08542 609-924-9529 www.princetonlibrary.org OPERATING HOURS Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Everyday readers

Summer Reading has something for everyone

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hether you’re just discovering the joy of reading or have a lifelong appreciation for books, you can be part of Summer Reading at the library. Our fun, incentivebased programs are divided by age group, including preschoolers, children in kindergarten through fifth grade, teens in grades six through 12, and adults. Registration begins Friday, June 15, and runs through Aug. 1.

“The aim of our summer reading program is to encourage children and teens to read, and to read every day,” said Susan Conlon, head of Youth Services. “The programs also provide additional incentives for them to come to the library often.”

After completing at least 20 minutes of reading a day for 20 days, consecutive or not, participants can check in at the library to receive a book and a certificate to redeem for ice cream at Thomas Sweet. Additional prizes will be awarded for each 10 days of reading after that. The last day to pick up prizes is Sept. 2.

The library’s Youth Services staff has created booklists for all ages and is ready to make recommendations for what to read next. These include titles by authors and illustrators whom kids can meet at the Princeton Children’s Book Festival on Saturday Sept. 22, including Angela Dominguez, who created the poster for this year’s festival. (The cover features a detail from the poster.)

“Summer reading helps to build excitement for the book festival,” said Conlon, “And both programs, by design, promote engagement with books and reading.”

The theme of this year’s Summer Reading programs is Libraries Rock, and many programs for all ages reflect rock ’n’ roll and other genres of music. Non-music-themed programs are also planned throughout the summer.

To register for Summer Reading, visit the Youth Services Information Desk. Additional information can be found at princetonlibrary.org/summerreading or by calling 609-924-9529, ext. 1240.

SAVE THE DATE

2018 Princeton Children’s Book Festival Saturday, Sept. 22

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The community will have multiple opportunities to combine reading and music this summer, including the Princeton Festival’s participatory Opera Workshop. Please see Page 15 for details.

Rock ’n’ Read for adults LIBRARIES ROCK SUMMER EVENTS 7/3 Dark Side of Oz

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7/9 “White Album” program

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7/10 “A Hard Day’s Night”

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7/14 Disco Dance Party

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7/16 Music and the Brain

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7/17 Phonographic Memory

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7/23 History of Rock

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7/30 Bobby Rydell

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8/6 “Quest” Page 17 8/13 “West Side Story”

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8/17 Rock ’n’ Roll Wrapup

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MORE INFORMATION www.princetonlibrary.org/adult-summer-reading

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dults can get in on the summer reading fun, too, by completing challenges that reflect a variety of ways to experience the library. All adults who complete 20 of 40 suggested challenges provided by the library will be entered into a grand-prize drawing to win two tickets to any play in McCarter Theatre Center’s 2018-2019 season. Second prize will be a $50 gift card for Labyrinth Books and third prize is a four-pack of tickets to the Princeton Garden Theatre (each individual ticket includes admission to a movie, popcorn, and drink).

The first 140 participants who turn in a completed log will receive a scratch-off card with prizes from local merchants, including Princeton Record Exchange, Bent Spoon, Small World Coffee, Labyrinth Books, Salad & Smoothie Market and the Friends Bookstore.

The list of challenges for adults is available at the Welcome Desk and on the library’s website. Challenges include reading a book in a genre you don’t ordinarily read, reading a book with a character that shares your first name, attending the Summer Reading Soiree on June 19 or any of the library’s summer musical programs and writing a book review and posting it to the library’s catalog.

Challenges must be completed by Aug. 17. Winners will be notified by phone or email on or before Friday, Aug. 31.

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Active voice Jim Gill’s writing reflects the reality that young people learn through play

By AMY HIESTAND Connections Staff Writer

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ore of a family play group than a performance.”

That’s how award-winning musician, songwriter and children’s author Jim Gill describes his upcoming show at the library. “The concert is a clap-along, sing-along and dance-along with lots of opportunities for children, parents and grandparents to share in the songs and musical presentations of my books together.”

As a child development expert — he completed graduate studies in child development with an emphasis on the study of play — Gill knows that young children develop social and cognitive skills through play. He agrees that there is more than meets the eye with preschoolers, that the little wheels are always spinning in their heads and that they are always ready to play.

“I think my songwriting reflects that,” he said by email recently, “My songs are active games because children want to play rather than sit back and listen. I never ‘write down’ to young children. I have always tried to elevate the wordplay and vocabulary in my songs.”

With fun and entertaining titles like “The Sneezing Song” and the “Silly Dance Contest,” you might wonder what children can learn through Gill’s songs. “I appreciate your asking what children can learn rather than what I am trying to teach through these songs,” Gill said.

“Because, in play, there are so many learning opportuni-

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ties … and what is learned depends on the age and ability level of the child and, in many cases, on the type of help that the child is receiving from a caring adult that is engaged in the play.

“Neither of these two songs teaches any particular lesson, but if adults watch how the children are engaged in the play they are likely to see children demonstrating self-regulation abilities (a “hot topic” in school readiness discussions) as well as appreciation for the wordplay.”

In addition to creating music and performing family concerts, Gill speaks about the value of play and links between music play and literacy development to early childhood educators, child care providers and children’s librarians at conferences and training events throughout the country.

His work, including seven CDs and two children’s books, has received national acclaim. “Over the years I have been honored to receive five awards from the American Library Association for my recordings and books,” said Gill. “And, when I visit libraries, I am always excited to see them on the circulation shelves ready to be borrowed by a family!”

Jim Gill’s family concert will be on Wednesday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room. The performance is free, but tickets are required through Eventbrite, which can be accessed through the library’s events calendar. Tickets are not required for children younger than 18 months.

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CHILDREN AND FAMILIES SPECIAL EVENTS

WORLD LANGUAGE STORY TIMES RESUME IN SEPTEMBER

David Maiullo from Rutgers University returns to the library to present his popular physics program on June 15.

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STORY PROGRAMS

All events are in the Story Room.

No weekday stories July 3-5.

WEEKDAY STORIES Storytime!

Tuesdays, 10 a.m., June 26-Aug.14 Thursdays, 10 a.m., June 28-Aug. 16 Ages: 18 months and older Baby Storytime Tuesdays, 11 a.m., June 26-Aug.14 Thursdays, 11 a.m., June 28-Aug. 16 Ages: Newborns to 18 months Baby Playgroup Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., June 26-Aug.14 Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., June 27-Aug. 15 Thursdays, 11:30 a.m., June 28-Aug. 16 Ages: Newborns to 18 months Rock & Rhythm Wednesdays, 11 a.m., June 27-Aug. 15 Ages: 18 months and older WEEKEND STORY PROGRAMS Saturday Stories Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., June 2-Aug. 25 Sunday Stories Sundays, 3 p.m., June 3-24 Ages: 2 years and older

Kick Off Summer Reading with a Bang Friday, June 15, 4 p.m.

David Maiullo from Rutgers University returns with his popular hands-on and interactive physics program. Learn about the principles of physics and watch some entertaining and exciting demonstrations.

For children who are in kindergarten and older.

Please be aware this program is extremely loud and not suitable for very young children. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire length of the program.

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Summer Reading: Kids and Teens Friday, June 15, 9 a.m.

Summer Reading registration begins for our preschool (infant to Pre-K), children (grades K to 5), and teen (grades 6 to 12) programs. The last day to register is Aug. 1, and prizes may be collected through Sunday, Sept. 2. To register, please see a staff member at the Youth Services desk on the third floor. To learn more, visit princetonlibrary.org/summerreading.

Preschool of Rock Friday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.

Budding musicians are invited to join us for hands-on musical activities designed just for preschoolers. The activities will be selected by our teen volunteers with staff supervision. For ages 2-5. Story Room “The Carnival of the Animals” Wednesday, July 11, 11 a.m.

Children ages 5 and up are invited for a hands-on exploration of the musical suite, “The Carnival of the Animals,” by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns. We’ll guess which animals will be attending the carnival at this entertaining and humorous introduction to classical music. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Register through the library’s events calendar. Limited to 30 children. Community Room

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

The Bungee Jumpers Jump Rope Team performs July 23 at the Community Park Basketball Courts.

Music Mania Thursday, July 12, 6 p.m.

Children 7 and older are invited to celebrate music and join in related activities and games selected by the library’s teen volunteers with staff supervision.

Community Room Bungee Jumpers Team Performance Monday, July 23, 10 a.m.

This high-energy performance by the Bungee Jumpers Jump Rope Team from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, a team of 10-16-year-old boys and girls features incredible jump rope tricks and some audience participation.

Community Park Basketball Courts, 372 Witherspoon St. Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Recreation Department.

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Science of Music Thursday, July 26, 2 p.m.

Learn about the science of sound during musical activities selected by our teen volunteers with staff supervision. For ages 5 and up. Community Room The Library Bee Wednesday, Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m.

Teams of rising fourth- through eighthgraders compete in a spelling bee with a game show format. Audience members of all ages will get the chance to showcase their spelling talents at the end of the bee. Registration is encouraged but walk-ins permitted as space allows. Community Room

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Let’s Dance with DJ Tony Friday, Aug. 3, 4 p.m.

Library favorite Tony Goyden spins classic childhood favorites that will have you and your child dancing and singing. For children up to age 6 accompanied by an adult. Community Room Mariana Iranzi in Concert Thursday, Aug. 16, 10 a.m.

The musician and educator presents a bilingual, interactive concert for the whole family. Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Iranzi gets her audiences up and dancing, playing and singing along with her music in both Spanish and English. For ages 2 and up with an adult. Community Room Mariana Iranzi, Aug. 16.

Toddler Drive-In Thursday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.

Toddlers (ages 2-5) accompanied by an adult are invited to decorate their own cardboard-box car. Then, we’ll drive around and park our cars to watch a short drivein movie. Limited to 30 children. Registration required through the library’s events calendar. Community Room

MORE FUN Chess Tuesdays, 4 p.m., June 5 and 12 Children can learn to play and practice chess at these weekly drop-in sessions led by Princeton High School Chess Club members. For children ages 5 and older.

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Co-sponsored by the library and Princeton High School Chess Club.

Acting Out Fridays, 4 p.m., June 1, 8 Students in kindergarten through third grade are invited to engage in dramatic activity including discussions, games, and other fun activities. No experience necessary. Princeton High School drama aficionados will lead the sessions. Story Room

SPECIAL ALL-AGES EVENT

Summer Reading Rock ’n’ Roll Wrap Up Friday, Aug. 17, 6 p.m.

Toddler Drive-In, Aug. 23

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CHILDREN AND FAMILIES TECH Hour of Code Wednesday, June 13, 4 p.m.

Princeton High School’s SiSTEM club presents a hands-on coding activity using computer programming and language algorithms. For grades two to five. STEAM Studio Co-sponsored by the library and Princeton High School’s SiSTEM Club.

Scratch Camp for Kids Monday-Friday, 2 p.m., July 9-13 Children entering grades 3 to 5 put their creativity to the test using block-based programming. Step-by-step walk-throughs of scripts, animations, and sprites will help students acquire the skills and knowledge to build masterful projects within Scratch and extend these concepts into coding in the future. By the end of the course, students will be able to utilize their imagination and Scratch expertise to develop a final project, such as a full-fledged game or an interactive story-based animation. Participants (limited to 18) should plan to attend all five sessions over the course of the week.

Please register through the library’s events calendar.

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MAKER MONDAYS

All programs are Mondays, 11 a.m., in the Community Room.

June 18, Build a Bot Engineer and build your own robot using everyday recycled materials in this hands-on workshop. Cardboard boxes and other recycled material will be provided; however, feel free to bring your own from home. The workshop is designed for children in first grade through fifth grade, accompanied by an adult. Limited to 30; please register through the library’s events calendar.

July 9, Make Your Own Puppet Young people are invited to develop puppetry skills at the library. Participants will design and make their own puppet to keep and then learn how to use it. All materials are provided. The workshop is designed for children in first grade through fifth grade, accompanied an adult. Limited to 30; please register through the library’s events calendar.

July 30, Make a Cardboard Cinema Children 7 to 11 years old are invited to read books about film, then make their own cardboard cinema.

Participants will draw, paint, and use collage techniques to create individual scenes that they will assemble to make their own motion picture. Registration required through the library’s events calendar. Limited to 30.

Aug. 20, Look, Describe, Make!

During this art appreciation workshop, children ages 3-7 will examine a range of art works. Through careful

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observations, they will analyze and describe artists’ choices, and use their imagination to ask questions about what they see. A hands-on activity will follow. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required through the library’s events calendar. Limited to 30.

Makerspace for Kids Saturdays, 3:30 p.m., July 14 and Aug. 11 Designed to inspire and empower young minds to engage, tinker, and innovate, this program for children in first through fifth grade features realworld project-based maker-centered activities. The activities include “make and take” projects. Limited to 20 children; please reserve a spot through the library’s events calendar. STEAM Studio

FAMILY MUSICAL MATINEES All screenings are in the Community Room.

“Mary Poppins” Monday, Aug. 20, 2 p.m.

In turn-of-the-century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help two children become closer to their father. Rated G. 2 hours and 19 minutes.

“Frozen” Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2 p.m.

Disney’s 2013 animated blockbuster, based on the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale “The Snow Queen,” tells the story of a fearless princess who sets off with a mountaineer and a reindeer to find the sister who has plunged their kingdom into perpetual winter. Rated PG. 1 hour, 48 minutes.

“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2 p.m.

In this 1971 adaptation of Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” the world is astounded when the reclusive Willy Wonka announces that five people will be given a tour of his factory and shown the secrets of his candy – and that one will win a lifetime supply of Wonka chocolate. Rated G. 1 hour, 29 minutes.

“Sing” Thursday, Aug. 23, 2 p.m.

A koala impresario stages a gala singing competition in order to save his theater, and the contest attracts the attention of such musically inclined animals as a harried pig mom, a teenage gorilla, a shy elephant and a punk porcupine. Rated G. 1 hour, 48 minutes.

“Coco” Friday, Aug. 24, 2 p.m.

In this 2017 Academy Award winner for Best Animated Film, a boy is accidently transported into the Land of the Dead where he seeks the help of his musician greatgreat-grandfather to return to his family. Rated PG. 1 hour, 49 minutes.

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TEENS

Laurie Morrison

SPECIAL EVENTS Summer Reading Registration begins. See Page 3.

Friday, June 15, 9 a.m.

Teen Book Bash Saturday, June 30, 4:30 p.m.

A panel of authors of Young Adult books, Laurie Morrison, Emily X.R. Pan, Nisha Sharma, Claire Legrand, Anica M. Rissi and Cordelia Jensen, discuss their new books in a panel led by author Megan McCafferty. Book-signing follows. Open to all ages. Community Room

After-Party

The main event will be followed by a an afterhours party for teens. Registration required for the after party through the library’s events calendar. Limited to 40. Third Floor Make Your Own Podcast Tuesday, July 17, 6:30 p.m.

This workshop for grades 6-12 provides an overview of the podcasting experience, from locating and downloading new content to creating and posting a podcast. Podcast formats will be discussed along with how to edit audio, locate a hosting service and get your podcast listed on iTunes and other popular directories.

Participants should bring headphones. Technology Center

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Nisha Sharma

Emily X.R. Pan

Princeton Student Film Festival Tuesday, July 17, 7 p.m., Princeton Garden Theatre Wednesday, July 18, & Thursday, July 19, 7 p.m.

Community Room Original short films, created by filmmakers ages 14-25, are featured as part of the threeJULY 17, 18 & 19, 2018 night festival.

Now in its 15th year, the event features films chosen from local, national and international entries. Filmmakers are invited to Q&A sessions after the screenings, which are for teen and adult audiences. Refreshments follow each evening.

PRINCETON STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL

CAMPS Summer Debate Camp Monday-Friday, 1 p.m., Aug. 6-10 Princeton-area students entering grades eight through 10 get the chance to build debating confidence and skills in a fun and constructive environment under the guidance of Princeton High School Debate Club members. Participants will do public speaking exercises, learn how to effectively research and ask questions, construct compelling arguments and compete for prizes in a mock tournament. Visit bit.ly/summerdebatePPL to register and for additional information. Participants are expected to attend each day of the camp. Teen Center Co-sponsored by the library and the PHS Debate Club.

TEENS

Claire Legrand

Anica M. Rissi

Princeton Girls Programming Camp Monday-Friday, 1 p.m., Aug. 20-31 In this two-week coding camp for girls only, students entering grades six through eight will explore Scratch, HTML, and CSS and create a website targeting a social issue of their choice. There will also be Q&A sessions with guest speakers who will discuss the vast and varied field of computer science. Registration (limited to 16) required through the library’s events calendar.

Participants should plan on attending all sessions.

Technology Center Co-sponsored by the library and Girls Make Apps.

MOVIES Screenings in the Community Room.

“Black Panther” Friday, July 20, 6:30 p.m.

Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, this film tells what happens when T’Challa/Black Panther returns home as king of Wakanda but finds his sovereignty challenged by a new adversary in a conflict with global consequences.

2 hours, 15 minutes.

“Pitch Perfect” Monday, Aug. 20, 6 p.m.

When Beca, a freshman at Barden University, is persuaded to join the Bellas, her school’s all-girls singing

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group, she adds some much needed energy into their repertoire, leading to a showdown with their male rivals in a campus competition. The film is loosely adapted from Mickey Rapkin’s non-fiction book “Pitch Perfect: The Quest for Collegiate A Cappella Glory.” 1 hour, 52 minutes.

REGULAR EVENTS On LoC Fridays, 4 p.m., June 15, July 20, Aug. 3 Adult community mentors facilitate a leadership development program tied to social justice and education for high school students attending Princeton area schools. STEAM Studio Girls Who Code Club Saturdays, 11 a.m., June 9, July 14, Aug. 4 Girls in grades 6-12 are invited to explore the core concepts of coding while building confidence, learning teamwork and making friends. Register through the library’s events calendar. Space for 18 plus those with their own devices. Technology Center

Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton High School Girls Who Code Club.

VOICES (Voices on Important Conversations Engaging Students) Saturday, June 16, 3 p.m.

Meet other teens who are passionate about activism at these moderated discussions of hot topics in the news such as racial profiling, global warming, and international politics. Conference Room

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s the library’s summer artist-in-residence, Sean Carney will display his works in our secondfloor exhibit areas from June 6 through Sept.

15. Carney, who teaches art at Lawrence High School, paints on wood with wood stain and adds texture and highlights using a Dremel tool.

“My paintings look like traditional paintings from a distance, but upon closer inspection you gain a realization that they are not traditional at all,” he says in his artist’s statement. “It is that moment of contemplation that drives me to continue my growth and development.”

Carney will talk about his unique process and paintings at a talk on June 20 at 7 p.m. in the Newsroom (Fine art photographer Larry Parsons, whose works are also on exhibit on the second floor, will participate in the talk, too). He will also interact with the public while creating new art on Hinds Plaza on July 15, 22 and 29 from 12:30-2 p.m.

Also on July 15, 22 and 29, at 3 p.m., Carney will conduct workshops for children and teens in the STEAM Studio that are limited to 15 participants. A workshop for adults will be held on Wednesday, July 25.

Registration for the workshops is required through the events calendar on the library website.

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Synesthesia, “The Art of Sound” Sunday, July 15, 3 p.m.

Students will create non-objective paintings and designs inspired by different types of music. Materials (watercolor, marker and crayon) will be supplied. For those entering grades one through three. STEAM Studio Architecture and Perspective Sunday, July 22, 3 p.m.

Students will learn the basics of one- and two-point perspective and how to apply them to architectural drawings. Materials, (pencil and pen on paper) will be supplied. For those enter grades four through seven.

STEAM Studio Painting with Wood Stain for Adults Wednesday, July 25, 6:30 p.m.

Participants will learn the many ways to paint with waterbased wood stain. The techniques are similar to painting with watercolor or acrylic. All materials will be supplied.

Limited to 20, age 18 and older. Register through the library’s events calendar. STEAM Studio Painting with Wood Stain for Teens Sunday, July 29, 3 p.m.

Students will learn the multiple ways to paint with waterbased wood stain. Techniques are similar to painting with watercolor or acrylic. Materials will be supplied. For those entering grades eight through 12. STEAM Studio Sean Carney’s artist residency is co-sponsored by the library and the Arts Council of Princeton.

ARTS MUSIC PERFORMANCES Pi Fight Reunion Sunday, June 3, 4 p.m.

Pi Fight alumni members from throughout the band’s fiveyear history reunite on Hinds Plaza, where the band gave many of its past performances. Performing will be vocalist and keyboardist Nicole Cochran, guitarist and keyboardist Steven Georges, drummer Eric Heller, guitarist and vocalist Ed Hermann, guitarist, bassist and vocalist Stuart Malakoff, bassist and vocalist Frank Modica and vocalist and percussionist Kim Croce Modica. Hinds Plaza (weather permitting) or Community Room The Eric Mintel Quartet Sunday, June 10, 3 p.m.

Pianist Mintel returns to the library to kick off the Jazz in June series with a quartet featuring saxophonist Nelson Hill, bassist Jack Hegyi and drummer Dave Mohn.

Community Room Jazz Doubleheader Sunday, June 17, 2 p.m.

Local favorites Steve Hiltner and the Sustainable Jazz Ensemble will perform at 2 p.m., followed by rising student performers in the Liam Sutcliffe Quartet. Hinds Plaza (weather permitting) or Community Room Helen O’Shea and the Shanakees “Turning Tides” CD Launch Show Sunday, June 24, 3 p.m.

The group plays a selection of songs including some from the new CD “Turning Tides.” Other local musicians will be special guests. Community Park North Amphitheater (weather permitting) or Community Room Steve Kramer Quartet Tuesday, June 26, 6 p.m.

Pianist Steve Kramer, a former Artie Shaw sideman and music educator in Princeton Public Schools, leads a jazz quartet of Princeton Studio Band alumni, including trumpeter Liam Sutcliffe, drummer Gabriel Bar-Cohen and bassist Kai Gibson. Hinds Plaza (weather permitting) or Community Room

Pi Fight, seen here in a 2012 performance on Hinds Plaza, reunites June 3.

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Marc Black presents a musical history of rock ’n’ roll on July 23.

History of Rock Featuring Marc Black Monday, July 23, 6:30 p.m.

The audience is invited to sing along as Blues Hall of Fame inductee Marc Black traces the history of rock ’n’ roll through popular songs of the 1950s and ‘60s.

Featuring a slide show linking the songs to social history.

Community Room Presented with support 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.

SoSI Concert Tuesday, July 24, 7 p.m.

Students participating in So Percussion’s Summer Institute perform. The So Percussion’s Summer Institute is an intensive two-week music seminar for collegeage percussionists and composers. The four members of So Percussion serve as faculty in rehearsals and performances. This concert will feature new works composed during the institute as well as percussion pieces commissioned from past years. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and So Percussion.

The Shanakees Sessions Sunday, Aug. 12, 6 p.m.

This evening of songs and stories from local songwriters and musicians is hosted and curated by Helen O’Shea with her band, The Shanakees. Community Park North Amphitheater (weather permitting) or Community Room

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SPECIAL EVENT! Summer Reading Rock ’n’ Roll Wrap Up! Friday, Aug. 17, 6 p.m.

Participants of all ages have seen how “Libraries Rock” through our summer reading programs.

In this final summer reading event, musicians from the Einstein Alley Musicians Collaborative will perform rock music selections that span the decades. Pack a picnic dinner and the library will provide the watermelon and lemonade.

Community Park North Amphitheater (weather permitting) or Community Room Co-sponsored by the library, the Princeton Recreation Department and the Einstein Alley Musicians Collaborative.

THEATER

Shakespeare in the Park Sundays, 6 p.m., June 10, July 8 The Hudson Shakespeare Company performs two of Shakespeare’s comedies, “The Tempest” on June 10 and “All’s Well That Ends Well” on July 8. Based in Jersey City, Hudson Shakespeare Company has been performing the Bard’s works in dozens of venues throughout the state since 1992 under the leadership of Artistic Director Jon Ciccarelli. Community Park North Amphitheater (weather permitting) or Community Room Presented with support 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.

ARTS PRINCETON FESTIVAL EVENTS All events are co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Festival.

Lecture: Andrew Lovett An Opera Composer’s Approach to Storytelling Tuesday, June 5, 7 p.m.

The composer and Princeton University Department of Music research specialist discusses how opera composers turn stories into convincing combinations of music and theater. Community Room

Opera Workshop Music that Tells a Story Wednesday, June 6, 6:30 p.m.

This two-part program features a two-hour opera workshop at the library followed by a full professional opera performance of Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” and a backstage tour at Matthews Theatre in the McCarter Theatre Center. Led by Rochelle Ellis and Kyle Masson, the workshop focuses on the musical features and techniques of the opera, its significance to opera in general and its relevance to our world today.

Participants will learn and sing the Humming Chorus from “Madama Butterfly” and see an original skit by Festival artists telling the “Butterfly” story. In addition to the workshop, participants will attend a full performance of “Madama Butterfly” at its final dress rehearsal.

Registration requested at Princeton Festival website.

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Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Festival Guild.

Princeton Festival Preview Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m.

Scenes from “Madama Butterfly” and “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” will be performed by festival artists. Directors and cast members will discuss what happens behind the scenes. Community Room Lecture: Marianne Grey Madama Butterfly Goes to Paris; Isabella Gardener Goes to Japan Tuesday, June 12, 7 p.m.

Princeton University Art Museum docent Marianne Grey explores Japonism, the wave of enthusiasm for all things Japanese that swept the world in the five decades between Admiral Perry’s arrival in Yokohama and Butterfly’s first appearance in an American short story.

Community Room Lecture: Timothy Urban Madama Butterfly: Beauty in Betrayal Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m.

Timothy Urban, professor of music at Rider University and Westminster Choir College, explores how Puccini’s music builds and heightens the feeling of despair that leads the character of Butterfly to commit suicide.

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Japanese songs and snippets of “The Star-Spangled Banner” into the score to musically depict the cultural chasm separating the two protagonists is also examined.

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Poetry Reading: Mari Kashiwagi Butterfly and Cio Cio-san in Mari Kashiwagi’s Poetic World Sunday, June 17, 11:30 a.m.

At this Sunday brunch event, award-winning Japanese poet Mari Kashiwagi reads the “Butterfly” poems she wrote for this season’s Princeton Festival production of Puccini’s opera “Madama Butterfly.” Through a discussion with her translator, Takako Lento, Kashiwagi shares what is lurking in her short, elegant and mysterious poetry. Coffee, tea and pastries will be served. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Festival Guild.

Panel Discussion Challenges in Performing Multicultural Operas Monday, June 18, 7 p.m.

Steven Lacosse, director of the Princeton Festival’s production of “Madama Butterfly,” and Claire Jan Ru Huang, assistant to the artistic director of the Princeton Festival, discuss some of the issues facing directors when they present operas from a culture different from the culture where the opera is being performed, including issues such as variations in the text, casting, and choice of set and costumes. Community Room Lecture: John Burkhalter More About What’s Baroque About Baroque Music?

Thursday, June 21, 7 p.m.

Scholar and musician John Burkhalter discusses music and instruments from the Age of the Baroque with a focus on pieces being presented in the Princeton Festival’s 2018 season. Community Room

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FILM

“Quest” will be shown Aug. 6 with pre- and post-screening events.

For a series of Family Musical Matinees, see Page 9.

MUSIC FILMS

Teen movies are on Page 11.

FIRST FRIDAY FEATURE SERIES All screenings are in the Community Room.

“Don’t Talk to Irene” Friday, June 8, 6:30 p.m.

After being suspended from school, an overweight girl serves two weeks of community service at a retirement home where she secretly signs the residents up for a dance-themed reality show. 1 hour, 30 minutes.

“The Greatest Showman” Friday, July 6, 6:30 p.m.

This original musical is inspired by the story of P.T. Barnum’s creation of the Barnum & Bailey Circus. Hugh Jackman stars. 1 hour, 46 minutes.

“American Folk” Friday, Aug. 3, 6:30 p.m.

Two strangers, stranded in Los Angeles when their plane is grounded after the Sept. 11 attacks, embark on a road trip to get back to New York. 1 hour, 39 minutes.

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Dark Side of Oz Tuesday, July 3, 6:30 p.m.

A screening of “The Wizard of Oz” is synchronized with the Pink Floyd album “Dark Side of the Moon.” Although the band and others involved in the making of the album have called any relationship between the two works a coincidence, fans have identified up to a hundred moments where the music and lyrics on the album appear to correspond with what is happening on screen.

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FILM

“Cameraperson” Aug. 29.

“A Hard Day’s Night” Tuesday, July 10, 7:30 p.m.

A day in the life of the Beatles is shown as the band avoids pursuing fans and the press on the way to a television appearance in 1964. 1 hour, 27 minutes.

Free tickets may be picked up in advance at the theater.

Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St. Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Garden Theatre.

“West Side Story” Monday, Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m.

This winner of the 1962 Academy Award for Best Motion Picture, sets the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet against a backdrop of gang warfare in 1950s New York.

2 hours, 33 minutes. Community Room

DOCUMENTARIES

All screenings are in the Community Room. All held in collaboration with POV, the award-winning independent nonfiction film series on PBS. Film and Q&A: “Quest” Monday, Aug. 6, 6 p.m.

Filmed over eight years, this documentary chronicles the daily struggles and successes of an African-American family in North Philadelphia whose patriarch produces recordings by local hip-hop talent in a basement music studio. Director Jonathan Olshefski will attend and participate in a post-screening Q&A session. Beginning at 6 p.m., Not in Our Town Princeton will host time for socializing where all are welcome. 1 hour, 45 minutes.

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“Singing with Angry Bird” Aug. 27.

“Singing with Angry Bird” Monday, Aug. 27, 6:30 p.m.

Jae-Chang Kim runs a children’s choir in Pune, India.

Although his quick temper earned him the nickname “Angry Bird,” he has made significant changes in the lives of the choir children. But skeptical of the practical value of music education, their parents are reluctant to let them sing. In order to convince them, Angry Bird decides to train the parents with their children for a joint concert, showing them the power of music in bringing families closer together. 1 hour. Community Room “Cameraperson” Wednesday, Aug. 29, 6:30 p.m.

A boxing match in Brooklyn, life in postwar Bosnia, the daily routine of a Nigerian midwife, an intimate family moment at home: These scenes and others are woven into a tapestry of footage captured over the 25-year career of cinematographer Kirsten Johnson. A work that combines documentary, autobiography, and ethical inquiry, this film examines what it means to train a camera on the world. 1 hour, 30 minutes. Community Room

PRINCETON STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL JULY 17, 18 & 19, 2018

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SPOTLIGHT

The people’s history of Princeton

Voices of Princeton project is history as told by everyone

By TIM QUINN Library Staff

T

he photo stands out among those shared by the Historical Society of Princeton for the Voices of Princeton project. A smiling African-American boy, a thumb poked into a pocket, has his arm around a jug-eared white boy whose bare feet rest on the bricks of an unknown street in Princeton. The white boy has his arm slung on the African-American boy’s shoulder; behind his back, he holds what appears to be a straw hat.

Their smiles, buzz cuts and frayed clothing seem to speak of summer (and of modest means), but little is known of these boys, let alone their Princeton stories.

The back of the undated photo is not helpful: The African-American boy is tentatively identified as “??

Servis,” while the white boy is thought to be “Dick?

Bill? Maize.” Someone viewing the photo at a later date speculated that the African-American boy could be the great Princeton-born stride pianist Donald Lambert, though even that is noted with a question mark.

Much of history as it was written until a few decades ago ignored the stories of everyday people. What these boys could have taught us about race and class (or even summer) in Princeton would now be considered invaluable to historians. All we know is that they were friends and posed when a photographer asked.

The Voices of Princeton project aims to collect, share, and archive stories and memories of Princetonians about Princeton, notable or not, old or young.

“Oral history levels the playing field; it doesn’t privilege one voice over another and it gives voice to everyone, including those whose lives may not be reflected in the historical record,” said Hannah Schmidl, the library’s National Endowment for the Humanities fellow. “Anyone and any topic can be the focus of an interview and these interviews provide rich details about the daily lives and experiences of a variety of community members. Although the unifying theme for the project is Princeton itself, it doesn’t matter if participants are lifelong residents or newcomers. Project participants need not be Princeton

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The boys. Photo courtesy of the Historical Society of Princeton

SPOTLIGHT

VoicesOfPrinceton.org

TELL YOUR PRINCETON STORY residents; anyone who lives, works, goes to school or used to live in Princeton is welcome.

“Oral history is a wonderful way to share stories with one another,” Schmidl continued. “For people who think ‘I don’t have any important stories,’ I would say that everyone has important stories to share.”

This project is a collaboration between the library, the Historical Society of Princeton, the Arts Council of Princeton, and the WitherspoonJackson Historical and Cultural Society.

The oral histories collected as part of this project will join over 500 other existing oral histories in the collections of the Historical Society of Princeton. Together, the oral history collections are an important resource for historians and researchers interested in understanding Princeton’s past and present told from individual points of view.

All interviews will be made available through the Voices of Princeton website, where they will be keyword searchable by topics mentioned during the conversation.

Anyone can access the stories to learn more about Princeton.

“Stories define us,” said Brett Bonfield, the library’s executive director. “When we give voice to our own stories or listen to others’ stories with empathy, we develop our capacity to understand and contribute to our community.”

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Who

Prep

Two people who know one another sign up together, one as the interviewer and one as the interviewee. No experience is necessary; you will receive information on what to expect.

One of a dozen trained project facilitators will discuss the goals of the project and act as an enthusiastic liaison. The facilitator operates the recorder, walks through the consent paperwork, and ensures a smooth experience.

To help participants prepare for the interview, this series of questions is designed to help people think about their past and present in Princeton and what has shaped their experiences.

Participants don’t have to address all the questions if the question isn’t applicable; rather, they’re meant to start the conversation.

The questions:

How

— How long have you lived in Princeton? How has Princeton changed over that period of time?

— Visit voicesofprinceton.org to read more about the project.

— Choose a friend, family member, or other individual.

Decide who will be the interviewer and who will be the interviewee.

— Click on the Share Your Story tab to select a 90-minute slot.

— A confirmation email will include time and date of the interview, as well as a guide to help prepare for the interview.

— At your interview, a trained volunteer facilitator will walk you through the interview process which will take between 60-90 minutes.

— Once the interview is complete and permission is granted, the interview will be archived at the Historical Society of Princeton and will be available on the project website.

— How did you come to Princeton? Was it what you expected? What was different?

—Tell me about your formative experiences in Princeton.

— How would you describe Princeton to someone who has never been here? What places or events would be important for you to mention?

— What are your best memories of Princeton? What was your most difficult time in Princeton?

— Has Princeton ever frustrated or disappointed you?

— What’s the biggest event you remember happening in Princeton?

Presented with support 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.

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ENRICHMENT LECTURES Martin Mosho Unsung Heroines: The Role of Women in the American Civil War Wednesday, June 6, 11 a.m.

Local historian Martin Mosho provides a review of the heroic accomplishments made by women in both the North and South during the Civil War. Serving as volunteers, journalists, nurses, spies and combatants, women defied the culture of their time, surpassed all expectations but received minimal historical notice.

Newsroom

Presented with support 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.

Aaron Krerowicz and Ken Womack Carte Blanche: The Beatles White Album Monday, July 9, 6:30 p.m.

Beatles scholar Aaron Krerowicz and Ken Womack, dean of humanities at Monmouth University and Beatles aficionado, make the case for which songs should have Aaron Krerowicz Ken Womack been kept if the Beatles’ only double album were instead released as a single disc. The audience will then discuss and debate the merits of each song to come up with a single album.

Community Room Judith Robinson Landscaping with Native Plants Wednesday, July 11, 7 p.m.

Judith Robinson explains how to transform your property into a garden that is beautiful and supports the pollinators that are vital to our food production and ecosystem.

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Steven Pollack Music and the Brain July 16, 6:30 p.m.

Performer and lecturer Steven Pollack explores the profound physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual connections that we have to music. Pollack sings in a range of styles, from R&B, standards, jazz, and blues, to musical theater, operetta, and grand opera. He has performed in premier theaters and opera houses as well as in cabarets, private events and restaurant settings. Part of the Music Mondays summer reading series. Community Room

CIVIC LIFE AND RESOURCES Princeton Farmers Market Thursdays through Nov. 15, 10 a.m.

Seasonal and organic produce from local farmers, flowers, crafts and a variety of edibles including freerange beef, poultry, pork and eggs; cheese, pickles, honey, and baked goods are available through 3 p.m. at this weekly event. Live music from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Hinds Plaza

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS ON RACE AND WHITE PRIVILEGE Members of Not In Our Town, the Princetonbased interracial and interfaith social action group, facilitate these discussions of race-related issues of relevance to our community and nation.

Newcomers to the group are asked to arrive at 6:45 p.m. Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and Not in Our Town Princeton.

Monday, June 4, 7 p.m.

Stakeholders in the design and structure of the new racial literacy course offered for the first time at Princeton High School this spring present lessons learned as a result of course development and implementation.

Monday, July 2, 7 p.m.

The important distinction between nationalism and patriotism is explored by presenters Caroline Clarke, Joyce Trotman-Jordan and Roberto Schiraldi.

Monday, Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m.

Not in Our Town Princeton co-sponsors a screening of the documentary “Quest” (see Page 17) and hosts time for socializing beginning at 6 p.m.

ENRICHMENT Voyage ESL Sundays, 4 p.m., June 3, 10, 17; July 22, 29; Aug. 5, 12 Speakers of world languages who are learning English as a second language are invited to these 90-minute sessions. Conference Room Meet the Mayor Fridays, 8:30 a.m., June 22, July 27, Aug. 24 Princeton residents are invited to discuss concerns with Mayor Liz Lempert through 10 a.m. Lobby Ask a Lawyer Wednesday, June 27, 7 p.m.

Lawyers will be at the library for free, private consultations on immigration and general legal issues. Registration on a first-come, first-served basis for a private consultation will be between 7 and 7:30 p.m. Spanish translators will be available, and referrals will be made when necessary.

Conference Room Co-sponsored by the library, the Latin American Task Force, Princeton Housing Authority and the Mercer County Bar Association.

Mercer County Community ID Card Program Thursdays, noon-2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m., June 7 to Aug. 30 All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo card, which has personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information. Sponsored by the One Community Coalition, the privately issued card may be used at social service agencies, schools, clinics, parks, post offices and to access basic municipal or health services and as a form of identification for retail transactions. The Latin American Legal Defense & Education Fund, a nonprofit advocacy group, issues the card. Cost is $15 per card ($10 for under 21 and over 65) to cover expenses. Princeton Room Requires proof of identity with a photo (any state, county or country ID or driver’s license; passport or consulate authentication; green card or work permit; welfare card with original birth certificate) and proof of address in your name (lease, utility bill, financial account statement, money transfer order, hospital bill). For additional info, visit www.laldef.org. Cosponsored by the library and the Latin American Legal Defense & Education Fund.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, July 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Please register through the library’s events calendar.

Drop-ins also welcome. Community Room Neighborhood Fun Picnic Wednesday, July 25, 5:30 p.m.

Bring yourself, your family and a picnic to a party at Redding Circle. The library will provide food and drinks.

Redding Circle, Princeton

Co-sponsored by the library, Princeton Human Services Department, the Princeton Police Department,and the Princeton Senior Resource Center.

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PARTICIPATORY Dancing Under the Stars Fridays, 7 p.m., June 1, 15; July 13, 27; Aug. 10, 24 Members of Central Jersey Dance give demonstrations of basic steps and lead others in an evening of dancing to recorded music of all kinds. Hinds Plaza (weather permitting) or Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and Central Jersey Dance.

Knit in Public Day Saturday, June 9, 11 a.m.

Bring your knitting and crocheting projects and join in this four-hour celebration of Worldwide Knit in Public Day. Drop in any time and knit for as long as you please. Learn to knit at workshops for different age groups conducted by Pins & Needles from 1-2:30 p.m.; registration through the library’s events calendar is required for workshops. Hinds Plaza (weather permitting) or Community Room Co-sponsored by the library and Pins & Needles.

Origami for all Ages Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., June 13, July 11, Aug. 8 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. Adults must accompany children younger than 7. Quiet Room Open Chess Play Fridays, 6:30 p.m., June 29, July 27, Aug. 31 Chess enthusiasts of all ages are invited to meet to play chess. All levels of skill are welcome. Please note that no formal instruction will be included. Community Room

Disco DJ Dance Party at Labyrinth Books Saturday, July 14, 7 p.m.

Return to the disco era and dance the night away at this special 21-and-over event. Admission is free, but please bring an item to help restock the shelves of Arm in Arm (formerly Crisis Ministry), a non-profit dealing with food insecurity and homelessness. Light refreshments and cash bar. Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St. Co-sponsored by the library and Labyrinth Books.

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ENRICHMENT

See the library’s events calendar for classes in the Technology Center.

Storytelling Event Phonographic Memory: An Evening of Music and Stories Tuesday, July 17, 7 p.m.

This storytelling event, modeled after a program started in 2014 in San Francisco, focuses on vinyl records and personal memories attached to them. Presenters will be given 10-12 minutes to tell a story about a record and then play a song from that album. To participate, email register@phonographicmemory.org.

Community Room Podcast Discussion Group Thursday, Aug. 9, 10:30 a.m.

How often have you listened to a podcast and then wanted to talk about it with someone else? We’ll provide links on the library events calendar to two separate podcasts in advance of the meeting. Then, join us to discuss. Conference Room

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TECHNOLOGY Ask the Mac Pros Mondays, 4-6 p.m, June 4, 11, 18, 25 Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., June 7, 14, 21, 28; Drop by these sessions where members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group will answer your questions about Apple devices and software. Technology Center Co-sponsored by the library and the Princeton Macintosh Users Group.

Code for Princeton Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7 Techies of all skill levels are invited to bring their laptops and join the hacking at this monthly meeting of Code for Princeton. RSVP on the Code for Princeton Meetup page.

Technology Center Co-sponsored by the library and Code for Princeton.

ENRICHMENT BUSINESS AND CAREERS Job Seeker Sessions Fridays, 9:45 a.m., June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 The library and Professional Service Group of Mercer County sponsor sessions for professionals who are seeking new opportunities throughout the region. See the library’s website for specific topics. Community Room

Writing Workshop Thursdays, 7 p.m. June 14 and 28; July 12, 26; Aug. 9, 23 Writers who are working on book-length work are invited to receive constructive critique from peers. The group is designed so that writers can help other writers of fiction and book-length non-fiction to strengthen characters and story structure. Participants range from published authors to those looking to improve their skills. Workshop leader is Don Donato. Conference Room

PSG Workshop Mondays, 10 a.m., June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 Professional Service Group of Mercer County presents a series of workshops designed to help those in transition build technical skills to use in their job search. Technology Center Co-sponsored by the library and PSG of Mercer County.

SCORE Seminar Mondays, 6:30 p.m., June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 Experts speak on topics relating to small business ownership at monthly seminars. See princeton.score.org for details. Newsroom

GROUPS FOR WRITERS Writers Room Tuesdays, 7 p.m., June 5 and 19; July 3, 17; Aug. 7, 21 Writers receive constructive feedback at these sessions, during which participants read their work and members offer suggestions. Works read are usually less than 15 minutes long, so there is time to discuss a number of pieces during each session. While nonfiction has been a focus in the past, fiction writers are welcome. Participants range from published authors to those looking to improve their skills. The group is led by Loretta and Fred Wish. Princeton Room The Write Space Tuesdays, 7 p.m., June 12 and 26; July 10, 24; Aug. 14, 28 Led by local author Christina Paul, these dropin workshops focus on the encouragement of writing, finding your voice and the producing of words through guided prompts and other writing exercises. All levels of writers are welcome. Princeton Room

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BOOKS AND AUTHORS SPECIAL EVENT Summer Reading Soiree with Marie Benedict Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 p.m.

Our third annual Summer Reading Soiree, featuring author Marie Benedict, will be held in the restored barn at the Historical Society of Princeton. Benedict will talk about and sign copies of her new book “Carnegie’s Maid.” Her first historical novel, “The Other Einstein” will also be available for sale. An assortment of appetizers, sparkling beverages and sorbet from The Bent Spoon will be featured. The event is also an opportunity to stroll the grounds of the Historical Society and visit its exhibits. It will also be a chance to sign up for the library’s summer reading challenge. All attendees will be entered in a raffle to win prizes. Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road

Co-sponsored by the library and the Historical Society of Princeton.

Marie Benedict, June 19

Presented with support 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.

AUTHOR APPEARANCES Michael Robertson The Last Utopians: Four Late Nineteenth-Century Visionaries and Their Legacy Monday, June 4, 7 p.m.

The author discusses the history of utopia and his explorations of contemporary utopianism, from Occupy Wall Street and a Radical Faerie retreat to the Waldorf School of Princeton and Trenton’s Gandhi Garden.

Robertson is professor of English at The College of New Jersey and the author of two award-winning books, “Worshipping Walt: The Whitman Disciples” and “Stephen Crane, Journalism, and the Making of Modern American Literature.” A former freelance journalist, he has written for The New York Times, the Village Voice, Columbia Journalism Review, and many other publications.

Newsroom Michael Robertson, June 4

Part of the Thinking Allowed series co-sponsored by the library and Princeton University Press.

Presented with support 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.

Jim Holt When Einstein Walked with Gödel: Excursions to the Edge of Thought Thursday, June 7, 6 p.m.

The New York Times bestselling author of “Why Does the World Exist?” discusses his collection of essays examining the most profound scientific and mathematical ideas of recent centuries and providing intimate biographical sketches of celebrated and neglected thinkers. Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St. Jim Holt, June 7

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Part of the Library Live at Labyrinth series co-sponsored by the library and Labyrinth Books.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS Gov. Jim Florio in Conversation with Charles Stile Standing on Principle: Lessons Learned in Public Life Wednesday, June 20, 7 p.m.

Florio, New Jersey’s 49th governor, will discuss his life in politics with Stile, the dean of the New Jersey print journalists. As a state assemblyman, congressman and governor, Florio championed progressive causes, playing a crucial role in the enactment of federal Superfund laws to clean up toxic waste sites in New Jersey and around the country. As governor, he signed Charles Stile an assault weapons ban that remains one of the strictest in the nation. He is a recipient of the Profile in Courage Award of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. A resident of Princeton, Stile is senior political columnist for The Record. He has been a fixture at the New Jersey Statehouse press corps since 1993, writing for The Times of Trenton and The Record. Both men are Brooklyn natives and graduates of Trenton State College. Community Room Bobby Rydell Teen Idol on the Rocks Monday, July 30, 6:30 p.m.

The actor, singer and author discusses his autobiography and answers questions from the audience. Co-written with award-winning musician, author and filmmaker Allan Slutsky, the book features accounts of Rydell’s South Philadelphia childhood, 1960s stardom, battles with alcoholism and lifesaving double-transplant surgery.

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Gov. Jim Florio in Conversation with Charles Stile, June 20

POETS AT THE LIBRARY

Monday, June 11, 7 p.m.

Featured poets Susanna Rich and David Worrell read from their works for 20 minutes each followed by an open-mic session. A Fulbright Fellow in Creative Writing and Emmy Award nominee, Rich is professor of English at Kean University. Worrell’s chapbook “We Who Were Bound” was published in 2012 and his poems have appeared in U.S. 1 Worksheets and many other publications. Newsroom Co-sponsored by the library, US1 Poets’ Cooperative and Delaware Valley Poets.

Presented with support 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.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS MYSTERY BOOK GROUP

Monday, June 4, 7:30 p.m., “March Violets” by Philip Kerr. Quiet Room

CONTEMPORARY FICTION BOOK GROUP Thursday, June 14, 10:30 a.m., “Home Fire” by Kamila Shamsie. Conference Room

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Bobby Rydell, July 30

BOOK BITS

Thursday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.

Share favorite passages from books or short stories by reading them aloud. Bring your own or choose from selected works on hand. Conference Room

BLACK VOICES BOOK GROUP

Thursdays, 7 p.m., Princeton Room June 14, “Dawn” by Octavia E. Butler July 12, “Adulthood Rites” by Octavia E. Butler Aug. 9, “Jubilee” by Margaret Walker

GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK GROUP

Monday, June 18, 7 p.m., “California Dreamin’: Cass Elliot Before The Mamas & The Papas” by Pénélope Bagieu. Princeton Room

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Building new partnerships The library has expanded its corporate sponsor program to open new avenues of support to supplement taxpayer contributions. The Municipality of Princeton provides about 75 percent of the funds needed to operate the library. The remaining 25 percent of private funding makes possible the library Princeton has come to rely upon for more than a century.

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We are proud to recognize our 2018 Corporate Sponsors on Page 2 of this issue.”

Businesses interested in becoming a part of sustaining the library this year and in years ahead should contact the Development Office at 609-924-9529, ext. 1251 or ask for a copy of the corporate sponsor program brochure on your next visit.

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FRAN LEBOWITZ IN CONVERSATION WITH

Tracy K. Smith This year’s Benefit features the humorist and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, offering her views on current events, the media, and writing—as well as her extensive list of pet peeves, including baggage claim, adults who roller skate, and children who speak French.

Known for her urbane and acerbic wit, Lebowitz has been called by The New York Times Book Review an “important humorist in the classic tradition.”

The Benefit evening includes Fran Lebowitz’s conversation with Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith, and a seated dinner and silent auction at Princeton University’s Lewis Center for the Arts. This will be the first community-sponsored event in the new Lewis Center.

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STAFF ACCOMPLISHMENTS Katie Bruce (Youth Services librarian) has been selected to serve on YWCA Princeton’s 2018 Next Gen Board and Executive Committee, which engages young women in board leadership activities … Susan Conlon (head of the Youth Services Department) was elected member-at-large to the American Library Association Sustainability Roundtable Steering Committee … United for Libraries, a division of the ALA, has invited Kristin Friberg (readers services librarian) to serve on its Book Club Central/SJP Book Club Task Force … ALA has appointed Janie Hermann (public programming librarian) to a one-year term as chair of the Public and Cultural Programs Advisory Committee of the ALA Public Programs Office … Janice Painter (head of the Access Services Department) was appointed for a one-year term to the New Jersey/Delaware Digital Public Library of America Metadata Working Group … Erica Bess

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