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Winter Puzzle Exchange
2025-01-30 17:00:00 2025-01-30 19:30:00 America/New_York Winter Puzzle Exchange Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A

Thursday, January 30
5:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-30 17:00:00 2025-01-30 19:30:00 America/New_York Winter Puzzle Exchange Bring your puzzles from home to exchange with others in the community! For each puzzle you bring, take another home! Leftover puzzles will be donated to the Friends of the Library for their book sale. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A

Bring your puzzles from home to exchange with others in the community! For each puzzle you bring, take another home! Leftover puzzles will be donated to the Friends of the Library for their book sale.

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AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Family | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Games and Gaming |

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Phone: 317-839-6602
Hours
We're closed Tuesday December 31
We're closed Wednesday January 01
Mon, Dec 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 Closed
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
Thu, Jan 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library is the heart of culture, information, and life-long learning in Plainfield and Guilford Township. Our staff is completely dedicated to serving the community and our amazing library patrons. At PGTPL, we’re here to spark your imagination, provide you with opportunities to create, and keep you connected to the world through books, music, knowledge, and technology.

Upcoming events

Paws to Read
Sat, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! Please register for this event online.
Registration is now closed
Amazing Artists
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children... more
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Mini Yarn Hats
Mon, Jan 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use yarn and other materials to create a mini woolen cap!
Make It: Vision Boards
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Get ready for 2025 by making your own vision boards! Use scrap materials to create a collage that shows your dreams and... more
Get ready for 2025 by making your own vision boards! Use scrap materials to create a collage that shows your dreams and goals for the year ahead.
Military Monday
Mon, Jan 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
This month at our military history discussion group, we'll discuss the military career of Stonewall Jackson.
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for... more
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Paper Crafts: Scrape Art
Tue, Jan 07, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Skip the paintbrushes and learn how to create a piece of artwork with forks!
Share a Story: Hibernation
Tue, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for an interactive drop-in storytime! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace.... more
Join us for an interactive drop-in storytime! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace. This month, we'll learn about animals and hibernation.
STEAM Station
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to... more
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Mini S'mores Keychain
Wed, Jan 08, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Paint and create a cute s'more that you can attach to a bag or backpack!
Build It: LEGO® Bricks
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!
Music and Movement
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children... more
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Homeschool: Art Exploration
Thu, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families: Bring your imagination and experiment with a variety of materials to create something unique!
STEM Challenge: Tower Builder
Thu, Jan 09, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Using popsicle sticks and clothespins, compete with your friends to build the largest, most stable tower.
Hygge: Color Me Calm
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference
Unplug and relax with other color enthusiasts! Stop by to color your own bookmark or coloring page. Refreshments and... more
Unplug and relax with other color enthusiasts! Stop by to color your own bookmark or coloring page. Refreshments and coloring materials will be provided, but feel free to bring art supplies from home.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.
Music and Movement
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children... more
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Can Sew: Drawstring Bags
Mon, Jan 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn to use a sewing machine while creating a usable drawstring bag!
Make It: Fantasy World Building
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your imagination to life by creating a fantasy world map!
Amazing Artists
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children... more
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Crafty Crew: Tea Light Lanterns
Tue, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make hygge-inspired tea light... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make hygge-inspired tea light lanterns. Materials are provided.
This event is full
Mario Kart Tournament
Tue, Jan 14, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Race against your friends for a chance to win a prize!
Astronomy Night: Constellations
Tue, Jan 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us to learn about the constellations and explore a fun, star-based activity.
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for... more
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Paper Crafts: Winter Lanterns
Wed, Jan 15, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Need something to light your way? Join us in Teen Central as we create winter lanterns!
Play, Learn, Grow
Wed, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Read, sing, and play with us! Bring your children for stories and play-based learning in this interactive literacy program.
STEAM Station
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to... more
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to young children and their caregivers.
Aging Gracefully: Senior Living 101
Thu, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Prepare for the future! Learn about different senior living options and how to maintain your independence in this... more
Prepare for the future! Learn about different senior living options and how to maintain your independence in this presentation.
Make It: Duct Tape Crafts
Thu, Jan 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use colorful duct tape to design your own backpack tag!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Fake Snow
Fri, Jan 17, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Regular snow too cold? Create snow that will never melt!
Teddy Bear Concert Series: The Garden Symphony
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity,Children's Room
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents the Teddy Bear Series concert at the library! Enjoy narrated storytelling... more
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents the Teddy Bear Series concert at the library! Enjoy narrated storytelling and live music during this interactive, child-friendly performance.
LIBRARY CLOSED - MLK Day holiday
Mon, Jan 20, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The Library is closed for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday
Music and Movement
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children... more
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teen Cuisine: Whipped Hot Chocolate
Tue, Jan 21, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a delicious drink while also learning how to make your very own whipped cream! Supplies will be provided for up to... more
Create a delicious drink while also learning how to make your very own whipped cream! Supplies will be provided for up to 16 teens.
Make It: Duct Tape Wallets
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your creativity and join us for crafts, maker projects, and more! In this session, join us as we make wallets out... more
Bring your creativity and join us for crafts, maker projects, and more! In this session, join us as we make wallets out of duct tape!
Events in American History
Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss Dwight D. Eisenhower and the formation of... more
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss Dwight D. Eisenhower and the formation of the Interstate Highway System.
Amazing Artists
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children... more
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Strange History for Teens
Wed, Jan 22, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Dive into the past and discover some of our world's weird and strange history.
Sensory Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Everyone is welcome at this sensory-friendly program! We will read stories, sing songs, and enjoy play activities to... more
Everyone is welcome at this sensory-friendly program! We will read stories, sing songs, and enjoy play activities to engage all children and all abilities.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for... more
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Winter Buttons
Thu, Jan 23, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Draw your own winter patterns and turn them into buttons.
Share a Story: Winter Fun
Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for an interactive drop-in storytime! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace.... more
Join us for an interactive drop-in storytime! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace. This month's theme is winter fun.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.
Hygge: Tea Blend Workshop
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Get sweet and cozy with our hygge series! Learn the what makes each type of tea special and find your perfect blend to... more
Get sweet and cozy with our hygge series! Learn the what makes each type of tea special and find your perfect blend to brew at home.
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for... more
Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Birdseed Ornaments
Mon, Jan 27, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use gelatin and birdseed to create a delicious snack for the winter birds!
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come meet other parents and caregivers while enjoying a lapsit storytime with your baby, 0-18 months!
Books on Tap
Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brewpub - Private Dining Room
Start out 2025 in a new direction! Select any book written by a "new" author, either a debut author or someone you've... more
Start out 2025 in a new direction! Select any book written by a "new" author, either a debut author or someone you've never read before to discuss at Brew Link Brewpub.
STEAM Station
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to... more
Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to young children and their caregivers.
Gamer Crafts: Mini Monsters
Tue, Jan 28, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Stop in to paint your own miniature, 3D monster!
Storytime with an Author: Rosemary Wells
Tue, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come and join us for a Rosemary Wells-themed story time in celebration of her birthday.
Music and Movement
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children... more
Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Snowflake Suncatcher
Wed, Jan 29, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Take your papercutting to the next level! Cut and create a decorative suncatcher in the shape of a snowflake!
Family Movie Night
Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.
Amazing Artists
Thu, Jan 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children... more
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Winter Puzzle Exchange
Thu, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Bring your puzzles from home to exchange with others in the community! For each puzzle you bring, take another home!... more
Bring your puzzles from home to exchange with others in the community! For each puzzle you bring, take another home! Leftover puzzles will be donated to the Friends of the Library for their book sale.
Stories and Snacks: Warm and Cozy
Thu, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about feeling snuggly and then make and enjoy some fancy hot chocolate!
Winter Puzzle Race
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Are you the speediest puzzle solver? Compete in teams of 2-5 people to find out! Select one team member as a... more
Are you the speediest puzzle solver? Compete in teams of 2-5 people to find out! Select one team member as a representative to register for the event. Refreshments are provided.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.
Magic the Gathering Tournament
Fri, Jan 31, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Ready to prove your card skills? Compete with your friends and find out who reigns supreme.
Paws to Read
Sat, Feb 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! Please register for this event online.
Amazing Artists
Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children... more
Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.
Teens Craft: Melty Bead Snowmen
Mon, Feb 03, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use perler beads to make a little snowman.
Art With Kids: Scratch Art
Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make your own scratch boards and reveal hidden colors underneath to create art!
Military Monday
Mon, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
This month at our military history discussion group, we'll discuss the Battle of Chancellorsville.
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