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Make It: Recycled Seed Balls
2025-05-21 16:30:00 2025-05-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Make It: Recycled Seed Balls Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity

Wednesday, May 21
4:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-21 16:30:00 2025-05-21 17:00:00 America/New_York Make It: Recycled Seed Balls Go green at the library! Make seed balls out of recycled paper, dirt, seeds and tissue paper. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity

Go green at the library! Make seed balls out of recycled paper, dirt, seeds and tissue paper.

Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Phone: 317-839-6602
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 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

Amazing Artists
Thu, Apr 24, 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.
Stories and Snacks: Flowers
Thu, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about spring and make and enjoy a flower-themed snack!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 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.
Amazing Artists
Mon, Apr 28, 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.
Dungeon Drop-In
Mon, Apr 28, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us for a mini campaign! Choose a premade character or bring your own! No experience necessary.
Build It: Cardboard Tube Sculptures
Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Turn humble cardboard tubes into amazing sculptures! Build, decorate, and take home your unique creation.
Books on Tap
Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brewpub - Private Dining Area
Oh, the memories! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub for a book discussion on any biography, autobiography or memoir of your... more
Oh, the memories! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub for a book discussion on any biography, autobiography or memoir of your choice.
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, Apr 29, 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: Tied Dog Toys
Tue, Apr 29, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us in Teen Central for a fun donation project as we create dog toys for a local animal shelter!
Family Storytime: Colorful World
Tue, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Explore how colors mix to create new hues through stories and interactive play!
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Wed, Apr 30, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
STEAM Station
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Paper Crafts: Star Mosaics
Wed, Apr 30, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a beautiful picture with folded paper stars!
Family Movie Night
Wed, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie and related activity! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and... more
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie and related activity! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Thu, May 01, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Music and Movement
Thu, May 01, 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.
PGTPL Genealogy Club: DNA Genealogy Basics
Thu, May 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Sara Allen from the Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library will discuss relationships and the intricacies of... more
Sara Allen from the Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library will discuss relationships and the intricacies of DNA matches as they pertain to family research.
Teens Craft: Hydrophobic Sand
Thu, May 01, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to make soft and stretchy sand with simple ingredients!
Rainforest STEAM Stations
Thu, May 01, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn about this incredible habitat through hands-on science and art stations!
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Fri, May 02, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Storytime Steps
Fri, May 02, 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: Caterpillars
Fri, May 02, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a caterpillar out of a few simple materials!
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Sat, May 03, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Paws to Read
Sat, May 03, 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. When you arrive for the program,... more
Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! Please register for this event online. When you arrive for the program, each child will be assigned a 15-minute slot between 11a-12p.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Sun, May 04, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Community Appreciation Day
Sun, May 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Stop by the library and pick up some swag to celebrate Community Appreciation Day!
Art on Main Gallery Reception - Gallery Reception
Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Stop by and enjoy artwork created by Art on Main students and enjoy light refreshments.
Music and Movement
Mon, May 05, 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.
Strange History for Teens
Mon, May 05, 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.
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime
Mon, May 05, 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!
Military Monday
Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
This month at our military history discussion group, we'll discuss the Confederate Army's 1863 invasion of the North... more
This month at our military history discussion group, we'll discuss the Confederate Army's 1863 invasion of the North during the American Civil War.
Amazing Artists
Tue, May 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.
Paper Crafts: Roller Coasters
Tue, May 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use basic supplies to create a fun paper roller coaster!
Dog Man Party
Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate your favorite Dog Man moments with activities, games, and crafts!
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, May 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.
Teens Craft: Fairy Houses
Wed, May 07, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use clay and jars to create your own decorative fairy house!
Eating Through Stories
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
This storytime will have something everyone loves...snacks! Join us to read a story that features food and enjoy a... more
This storytime will have something everyone loves...snacks! Join us to read a story that features food and enjoy a related snack.
STEAM Station
Thu, May 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.
Homeschool: Rainforest STEAM Stations
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families: Learn about this incredible habitat through hands-on science and art stations!
Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Thu, May 08, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Who is the best Super Smash Bros fighter? Challenge your friends for the title in this classic game.
Storytime Steps
Fri, May 09, 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.
Teen Central After-Hours: Nerf Battle
Fri, May 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Arm yourself and your friends for an epic Nerf showdown to see who will reign as the ultimate champions! Food and drink... more
Arm yourself and your friends for an epic Nerf showdown to see who will reign as the ultimate champions! Food and drink provided. Registration is required.
STEAM Station
Mon, May 12, 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.
Dungeon Drop-In
Mon, May 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us for a mini campaign! Choose a premade character or bring your own! No experience necessary.
LEGO® Brick Building
Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination! Follow a different challenge theme... more
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination! Follow a different challenge theme each month and celebrate your completed creations!
Music and Movement
Tue, May 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.
Crafty Crew: Jewelry Dishes
Tue, May 13, 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 jewelry and accessory... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make jewelry and accessory dishes. Materials are provided.
This event is full
Teen Cuisine: Homemade Ice Cream
Tue, May 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to turn simple ingredients into a delicious treat!
Storytime with an Author: Margaret Wise Brown
Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come and join us for an Margaret Wise Brown-themed story time in celebration of her birthday.
English Conversation Hour
Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Practice speaking English in an informal setting! If you are learning the English language, join us for an hour of... more
Practice speaking English in an informal setting! If you are learning the English language, join us for an hour of conversation. All fluency levels are welcome and refreshments are provided.
Amazing Artists
Wed, May 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.
Teens Craft: Bee Keychains
Wed, May 14, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use beads and string to make a cute keychain.
Make It: DIY Buttons
Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your friends and your creativity to create your own buttons!
A Deeper Dive Into Dementia
Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Have you attended previous Dementia Friends workshops, or have experience with dementia and want more information? Take a... more
Have you attended previous Dementia Friends workshops, or have experience with dementia and want more information? Take a deeper dive into dementia's effects, symptoms, and strategies for caretakers.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, May 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.
Gamer Crafts: Dice Tower
Thu, May 15, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn to build a dice tower using everyday items.
Sensory Storytime: Water
Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
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.
Storytime Steps
Fri, May 16, 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.
Animal Show with Hedgehog Hannah
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity,Children's Room
Explore the animal kingdom with fascinating creatures and fun facts with Hedgehog Hannah!
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, May 19, 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.
Books on Tap
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brew Pub - Private Dining Area
April showers bring May flowers! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub with any book that has a flower in the title or on the... more
April showers bring May flowers! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub with any book that has a flower in the title or on the cover of the book.
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime
Mon, May 19, 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!
STEAM Station
Tue, May 20, 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.
STEM Challenge: Edible Molecules
Tue, May 20, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn about simple chemistry with molecules you can eat.
LEGO® Bricks Challenge: Spinning Tops
Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use LEGO® Bricks to construct a spinning top. Then, test your tops to see whose spins the longest!
Events in American History
Tue, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the Great Depression.
Music and Movement
Wed, May 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.
Paper Crafts: Fans
Wed, May 21, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a simple fan from paper and popsicle sticks!
Make It: Recycled Seed Balls
Wed, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Go green at the library! Make seed balls out of recycled paper, dirt, seeds and tissue paper.
Amazing Artists
Thu, May 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.
Teens Can Sew: Cat Coaster
Thu, May 22, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to use a sewing machine by creating an adorable cat coaster.
Stories and Snacks: Bugs
Thu, May 22, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about fun insects and make and enjoy a bug-themed snack!
Storytime Steps
Fri, May 23, 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, May 23, 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.
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