Princeton Public Library

Living, reimagined

Posted On: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: art, museum pass program, New York City

A few weeks ago, I visited the Museum of Modern Art through the library's Museum Pass Program. While there is always so much to be in awe of strolling through the collections, there was one exhibit this day that captured my interest the most: Foreclosed: Rehousing the American Dream. The exhibit is the result of a study of five suburbs that have been hit hard by our nation's foreclosure crisis.

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Summer in the city

Posted On: Monday, July 16, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: Adult Summer Reading, books, New York City, The Buzz

I love summertime in Manhattan. While everyone else is itching to abandon the concrete jungle and head for beach destinations, I always look for an excuse to make the trip into town and explore the sights, sounds, and culture of my favorite place in the world. And while I don't get to visit in-person as much as I would like to, I often take the chance to travel there through the pages of a book. This summer, my must-read list is filled with novels set in the Big Apple - and they perfectly transport, entertain, and enchant - just like the real city.

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Get in on The Buzz

Posted On: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: Adult Summer Reading, books, forthcoming books

As library staff, we all love to read, are excitedly curious about new things, and are naturally inclined to share with others what we learn. And of course, we always aim to have our fingers on the pulse of what is popular and “the next big thing.” Starting today, join us every Wednesday at 11 a.m. this summer for The Buzz, a weekly, informal chat that promises to be lots of fun!

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Our very own genius bar

Posted On: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: Apple, Mac Lab, Tech Center, Tech Education

Mark your calendars! Our popular "Ask the Mac Pros" program returns to Princeton Public Library beginning Monday, June 11, for a 10-week series this summer. It's your chance to drop by our new Mac Lab with your questions about iMacs, MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, software products, and all things Apple-related, and receive expert guidance from Princeton Macinstosh Users' Group (PMUG) volunteers.

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Tools for lifelong learners

Posted On: Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: blog, language, learning, museum pass, organization, TED talk, tutorial, university

Learning is one of life's greatest joys. Think about a baby learning to take first steps. Applause, photographs, maybe even a few happy tears - they are all a part of the experience and show that learning can be momentous, life-altering, and lead to greater things. Whether you are hoping to improve in school, expand your workplace skills, or discover new interests, here are some free tools to help guide you in your lifelong journey of learning.

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Secrets worth sharing

Posted On: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: art, food, memoir, secret, TED talk

What is it about secrets that make them so intriguing and worth sharing? Maybe it's that revealing something provides a sense of freedom from what holds us back, or that the idea of being an insider appeals to the competitive side in each of us. There are countless reasons why secrets are so alluring. I recently discovered two books that reveal excellent secrets. Some are frivolous, some are powerful - but they all make for very enjoyable reads.

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Tweet your #fridayreads

Posted On: Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 8:00am

Posted By: EBess

Posted In: books, social networking, twitter

In today's fast-paced, over-stimulated world, there's nothing quite as relaxing as curling up with a great book. With a simple turn of the page, a reader can be transported to far-away places, peek into the lives of others, learn about new ideas, or find comfort in relatable experiences. Similarly, there may be nothing quite as powerful as a personal recommendation from someone who has found that next great read and wants to share it with you. Welcome #fridayreads!

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