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Friends of Princeton Public Library (FOPPL) Celebrate National Friends of the Library Week October 18-24, 2026Friends of...
10/17/2026

Friends of Princeton Public Library (FOPPL) Celebrate National Friends of the Library Week October 18-24, 2026

Friends of Princeton Public Library will be celebrating the week by sponsoring several basket giveaways beginning Monday, October 19. Each day, Monday through Friday, we will give all members & our patrons a chance to enter their names into the that day’s themed basket giveaway. The winner will be drawn at the end of the day and a new basket will be placed on the table. So stop in everyday to enter your name in our daily basket raffles.

We have also received a message from the Library and Board of Trustees that they will offer a free drink at the Princeton Public Library Cafe to all current members of our Friends of PPL Organization as a thank you for all that you do as an organization to support the Library. So stop in during the business hours of 7 am- 1 pm ( Monday- Friday) for your free drink!

National Friends of the Library week was established in 2005. This is a twofold opportunity to celebrate Friends of PPL. Our organization is currently at 105 members and we work diligently to assist in supporting our Library in raising funds for special needs beyond the scope of their budget, along with providing a working volunteer program, and to also stimulate the use of library facilities and resources in our community. It is a time for our Library and Board of Trustees to recognize our Friends for their help and support of the Library.

After making wonderful music for more than a century, our piano is nearing the end with worn parts and dead keys. We are...
10/16/2026

After making wonderful music for more than a century, our piano is nearing the end with worn parts and dead keys.
We are now searching for a lightly used upright piano, and can provide delivery, professional inspection and tuning.

Tonight at 6 pm at Princeton Public Library--Barry Cloyd presents "We the People: Protest Songs & Stories Through the Ag...
10/14/2026

Tonight at 6 pm at Princeton Public Library--Barry Cloyd presents "We the People: Protest Songs & Stories Through the Ages" Singer, guitarist, and storyteller Barry Cloyd, a favorite Princeton Public Library performer, will give a tour through the history of American protest movements via their music. NOTE: This program takes the place of this month's Music Jam at the library.

Logan Junior High 5th and 6th Grade Art Club presents: "Not So Scary Pumpkin Painting"! Vote for your favorite while the...
10/14/2026

Logan Junior High 5th and 6th Grade Art Club presents: "Not So Scary Pumpkin Painting"! Vote for your favorite while they are on display in Princeton Public Library's Youth Services area, today (October 14) through Tuesday, October 20.

What Would Librarians Read in October? This time with a slight fall twist!We asked our librarians what they are reading ...
10/07/2026

What Would Librarians Read in October? This time with a slight fall twist!

We asked our librarians what they are reading this October and then did a vibe-check on how autumnal their books were. Check out what we are reading here at the library.

10/06/2026

Visit the library and enjoy both our new seasonal chalkboard art, and one of the many hand-crafted drinks from our popular Fall-themed menu!
Open Mon-Sat from 7 to 1
Art by Abbie!

The Author Fair was WONDERFUL! Thank you to every single person who came out, met our authors, discovered new books, and...
09/28/2026

The Author Fair was WONDERFUL! Thank you to every single person who came out, met our authors, discovered new books, and came to chat about the love of all things literary.

A huge shout-out to all of our authors who made this day a blast, and to our staff who worked diligently to make sure this event went off without a hitch.

Thank you for joining us on this journey.

10/01/2026 Edit: Added more pictures from our staff of the day!

We made it through the weekend and are ready for more fall days. Join us in the library for programs or just to come in ...
09/28/2026

We made it through the weekend and are ready for more fall days. Join us in the library for programs or just to come in and say hi.

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