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Hobby Tryout
2025-06-19 17:00:00 2025-06-19 19:00:00 America/New_York Hobby Tryout Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West

Thursday, June 19
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-19 17:00:00 2025-06-19 19:00:00 America/New_York Hobby Tryout Have you ever wanted to try weaving or string art? Does macrame seem cool, but intimidating to try on your own? Come try a variety of crafting projects and find a new hobby to love! Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West

Have you ever wanted to try weaving or string art? Does macrame seem cool, but intimidating to try on your own? Come try a variety of crafting projects and find a new hobby to love!

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts/Crafts/Hobbies |

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Phone: 317-839-6602
Hours
Mon, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 23 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 25 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

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.
CLOSED: Memorial Day
Mon, May 26, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Closed for Memorial Day
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, May 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.
Silly Walks Obstacle Course
Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Show off some of your silliest walks in this obstacle course!
English Conversation Hour
Tue, May 27, 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.
STEAM Station
Wed, May 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.
Family Movie Night
Wed, May 28, 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.
Music and Movement
Thu, May 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.
Make It: Woven Turtles
Thu, May 29, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your creativity and join us to make an adorable baby turtle out of yarn and craft sticks!
Storytime Steps
Fri, May 30, 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.
Gallery Exhibit: Susie Ardelean, Intuitive Abstract Artist
Sun, Jun 01, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Stop by the library June - July and enjoy the beautiful abstract artwork by Susie Ardelean.
Music and Movement
Mon, Jun 02, 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 Summer Reading Club Kickoff Party
Mon, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Teens in going into grades 6-12 are invited to join us as we kickoff for Summer Reading Club! This year's theme is "Color... more
Teens in going into grades 6-12 are invited to join us as we kickoff for Summer Reading Club! This year's theme is "Color Our World".
Children's Summer Reading Club Kickoff
Mon, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
Start your Summer Reading Club journey! Children birth - 5th grade can sign up, pick up reading logs, enjoy activities,... more
Start your Summer Reading Club journey! Children birth - 5th grade can sign up, pick up reading logs, enjoy activities, and more!
Military Monday
Mon, Jun 02, 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 John Buford.
Amazing Artists
Tue, Jun 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.
Tech Tuesday
Tue, Jun 03, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Tuesday during Summer Reading for tech fun!
Color Me Calm
Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference,West
Unplug and relax with other color enthusiasts! Drop by to color your own bookmark or coloring page. Refreshments and... more
Unplug and relax with other color enthusiasts! Drop 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!
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Jun 04, 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.
Wednesday Crafternoon
Wed, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Wednesday during Summer Reading for fun papercrafts.
Color Our World: Paint by Numbers
Wed, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Grab a paint brush and let your painting skills shine! We’ll have multiple paint by number designs with color keys and... more
Grab a paint brush and let your painting skills shine! We’ll have multiple paint by number designs with color keys and blank canvases to let your creativity shine!
STEAM Station
Thu, Jun 05, 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.
Try-It Thursday
Thu, Jun 05, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading to try out games from the library's collection!
PGTPL Genealogy Club: The Widow Won, The Barkeep Lost
Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Genealogist Candace Marx will share ways to enrich our family stories by using historical context and the "FAN Club" in... more
Genealogist Candace Marx will share ways to enrich our family stories by using historical context and the "FAN Club" in your research in this recorded webinar.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jun 06, 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.
Feature Friday
Fri, Jun 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Friday during Summer Reading for a fun movie. Please note, movies may have a PG-13 rating or below.
Paws to Read
Sat, Jun 07, 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.
STEAM Station
Mon, Jun 09, 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.
Versiti Blood Drive
Mon, Jun 09, 11:30am - 3:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Join us at the library for a life-saving opportunity! Donate blood and make a difference in your community's health.
Make-It Monday
Mon, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Monday during Summer Reading to make something new!
Coloring Crew
Mon, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come and join us for a drop-in coloring program, coloring supplies provided.
Music and Movement
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Craft Cafe
Tue, Jun 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us at lunch time for a simple craft! Crafts will vary from week to week; some may require parental assistance.
Tech Tuesday
Tue, Jun 10, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Tuesday during Summer Reading for tech fun!
Crafty Crew: Faux Stained Glass
Tue, Jun 10, 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 faux stained glass... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make faux stained glass projects. Materials are provided. Registration required.
This event is full
The Baby-Sitters Club Party
Tue, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate your favorite Baby-Sitters Club books with activity stations, crafts, and more!
English Conversation Hour
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
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, Jun 11, 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.
Games Galore
Wed, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Take a break with your lunch or snacks and join us for games and activities!
Wednesday Crafternoon
Wed, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Wednesday during Summer Reading for fun papercrafts.
Cooking with Herbs and Herb Benefits
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Learn how to enhance your everyday meals with herbs and spices, discovering the benefits of each, in this presentation... more
Learn how to enhance your everyday meals with herbs and spices, discovering the benefits of each, in this presentation with Amanda Marciano-Feutz of Purdue Extension. Registration suggested.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Try-It Thursday
Thu, Jun 12, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading to try out games from the library's collection!
Lunch with LEGO® Bricks
Thu, Jun 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use LEGO® Bricks and your imagination to make new creations with a different theme each week.
Color Our World: Starry Nights with Van Gogh
Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn about Vincent Van Gogh and create an art project inspired by the artist.
Indiana Trivia Night
Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Join the Indiana Room staff for a fun evening of Indiana and Plainfield trivia. How Hoosier are you? Registration... more
Join the Indiana Room staff for a fun evening of Indiana and Plainfield trivia. How Hoosier are you? Registration required. Teams of 4 or less. PLEASE REGISTER each person individually.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Jun 13, 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.
Sensory Play Time: Sensory Seeking
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Everyone is welcome at this sensory-friendly program! We’ll offer sensory-seeking activities to engage all ages and... more
Everyone is welcome at this sensory-friendly program! We’ll offer sensory-seeking activities to engage all ages and abilities.
Feature Friday
Fri, Jun 13, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Friday during Summer Reading for a fun movie. Please note, movies may have a PG-13 rating or below.
Film Friday
Fri, Jun 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your lunch or snacks and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie titles... more
Bring your lunch or snacks and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie titles and information.
Art is Around the Corner
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Learn from Giselle Trujillo, a local artist! Families will create art from recycled materials, connect to the... more
Learn from Giselle Trujillo, a local artist! Families will create art from recycled materials, connect to the environment, and learn about creative self-expression. Register every person attending.
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, Jun 16, 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.
Make-it Monday
Mon, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Monday during Summer Reading to make something new!
Coloring Crew
Mon, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come and join us for a drop-in coloring program, coloring supplies provided.
Color Our World: Book Bedazzling
Mon, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your own book or choose from our old books to decorate with gems to make it uniquely yours. Let your creativity... more
Bring your own book or choose from our old books to decorate with gems to make it uniquely yours. Let your creativity shine and give a book a whole new look!
STEAM Station
Tue, Jun 17, 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.
Craft Cafe
Tue, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us at lunch time for a simple craft! Crafts will vary from week to week; some may require parental assistance.
Tech Tuesday
Tue, Jun 17, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Tuesday during Summer Reading for tech fun!
Events in American History
Tue, Jun 17, 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 construction of the Statue of Liberty.
Music and Movement
Wed, Jun 18, 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.
Wednesday Crafternoon
Wed, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Wednesday during Summer Reading for fun papercrafts.
Games Galore
Wed, Jun 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Take a break with your lunch or snacks and join us for games and activities!
Pokemon Party
Wed, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come join the fun and catch your favorite Pokemon! Visit the eight Kanto regions to earn your badges and become the next... more
Come join the fun and catch your favorite Pokemon! Visit the eight Kanto regions to earn your badges and become the next Pokemon master!
Amazing Artists
Thu, Jun 19, 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.
Lunch with LEGO® Bricks
Thu, Jun 19, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use LEGO® Bricks and your imagination to make new creations with a different theme each week.
Try-It Thursday
Thu, Jun 19, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading to try out games from the library's collection!
Hobby Tryout
Thu, Jun 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Have you ever wanted to try weaving or string art? Does macrame seem cool, but intimidating to try on your own? Come try... more
Have you ever wanted to try weaving or string art? Does macrame seem cool, but intimidating to try on your own? Come try a variety of crafting projects and find a new hobby to love!
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