Princeton Public Library, my Library

This afternoon Jim dropped me off at the entrance to the library and I carefully walked in with my cane.  We had accidentally left my walker at the top of the stairs at home and using it makes me feel more secure.  Jim had reminded me to take a bag for my books and I grabbed an orange one from the garage.

At the library, a young library staffer named Zach told me he liked my bag—and I noticed it said “Stonebridge.”  He said he used to work there and it was a great place.  I told him we had heard that from many residents and were considering it.  Then he said many folks from his church went there—Nassau Presbyterian. I told him that was our church too!  I wish I had gotten his last name.  At least I could tell him I loved my library!

And I do!  I keep a list of books on their website “For Later.”  They let me know which are available and I make a list of a few to find on the shelves.  I usually have a requested book waiting for me —either a brand new mystery or a book from the second floor where I find it difficult to find books.  I often ask for help in checking out because my library card can be a problem at the self check out kiosks.  

I have asked the library to buy a few books when I have heard of new ones.  Maybe I should ask them to get Laura Vanderkam’s newest book coming out soon—Big Time to be published in May 2026.  

Because we do not live in the Princeton itself (even though our postal address is Princeton), I have to pay a fee every July.  It’s a senior rate and worth every penny!  I am so grateful for our public library and the way it enriches my life.