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Make-It Monday: Spinning Coin Bank
2023-07-10 12:30:00 2023-07-10 13:30:00 America/New_York Make-It Monday: Spinning Coin Bank Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central

Monday, July 10
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-07-10 12:30:00 2023-07-10 13:30:00 America/New_York Make-It Monday: Spinning Coin Bank Learn how to turn cardboard into a fun, spinning coin bank! Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central

Learn how to turn cardboard into a fun, spinning coin bank!

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts/Crafts/Hobbies |

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

Storytime Steps
Fri, Aug 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.
Anyone Can Cook!
Sat, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to... more
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to make some simple, but delicious, recipes.
Drum Circles with Bongo Boy Music
Sat, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come celebrate rhythm and groove as Lisa Colleen facilitates community drum circles! All drums, percussion and movement... more
Come celebrate rhythm and groove as Lisa Colleen facilitates community drum circles! All drums, percussion and movement props are provided. Caregivers and children play together! 
Drum Circles with Bongo Boy Music
Sat, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Come celebrate rhythm and groove as Lisa Colleen facilitates community drum circles! All drums, percussion and movement... more
Come celebrate rhythm and groove as Lisa Colleen facilitates community drum circles! All drums, percussion and movement props are provided. Caregivers and children play together! 
Music and Movement
Mon, Aug 26, 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.
Dungeon Drop-In
Mon, Aug 26, 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.
Building Challenge
Mon, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Can you complete the building challenge? Draw a card and attempt to build the picture out of LEGO® bricks, Lincoln logs,... more
Can you complete the building challenge? Draw a card and attempt to build the picture out of LEGO® bricks, Lincoln logs, or Picasso tiles.
Books on Tap
Mon, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brewpub - Private Dining area
Join us in celebrating fantastic and talented authors this month at Brew Link Brewpub! Choose any book from any genre... more
Join us in celebrating fantastic and talented authors this month at Brew Link Brewpub! Choose any book from any genre that has won a literary award or distinction.
Amazing Artists
Tue, Aug 27, 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 Terrarium
Tue, Aug 27, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create and decorate your own mini, ornamental terrarium!
Don't Let the Pigeon Interrupt Storytime
Tue, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
The Pigeon really, really, really wants to interrupt storytime! Can you stop him? Enjoy stories and activities all about... more
The Pigeon really, really, really wants to interrupt storytime! Can you stop him? Enjoy stories and activities all about the Pigeon and friends.
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Aug 28, 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 Can Sew: Bendy Snake
Wed, Aug 28, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn to use a sewing machine by making a fun, bendy snake!
Family Storytime: Books and Songs to Sign to
Wed, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn basic sign language with an interactive storytime! We will learn signs and incorporate them in stories, songs, and... more
Learn basic sign language with an interactive storytime! We will learn signs and incorporate them in stories, songs, and music.
STEAM Station
Thu, Aug 29, 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: Iridescent Slime
Thu, Aug 29, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
It’s slimy and fun! Head on over to Teen Central to create your own batch of iridescent ooze.
Ocean Habitats
Thu, Aug 29, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
What kinds of creatures live in different layers of the ocean? How can we care for this unique biome? Explore these... more
What kinds of creatures live in different layers of the ocean? How can we care for this unique biome? Explore these questions and more with our hands-on activity stations!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Aug 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.
Gamer Crafts: 8-Bit Enemies
Fri, Aug 30, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use perler beads to create some classic 8-bit enemies from your favorite video games!
Childbirth Education Class
Sat, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Prepare for your upcoming birth with an informational session presented by Serena Duncan, fertility and childbirth doula,... more
Prepare for your upcoming birth with an informational session presented by Serena Duncan, fertility and childbirth doula, HypnoBirthing instructor, and childbirth educator.
CLOSED: Labor Day
Mon, Sep 02, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Labor Day.
In The Gallery: Gary Moore
Tue, Sep 03, 9:00am - 10:00am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Photographer Gary Moore will exhibit September 3 to October 31, showcasing exceptional talent in capturing the enchanting... more
Photographer Gary Moore will exhibit September 3 to October 31, showcasing exceptional talent in capturing the enchanting beauty of Brown County, Indiana.
Music and Movement
Tue, Sep 03, 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.
Build It
Tue, Sep 03, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Test your engineering skills with STEM building challenges! Construct the tallest tower, sturdiest bridge, or most unique... more
Test your engineering skills with STEM building challenges! Construct the tallest tower, sturdiest bridge, or most unique structure you can.
Amazing Artists
Wed, Sep 04, 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: DIY Dig Sand
Wed, Sep 04, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Ready to dig for buried treasure? Join us in Teen Central to create your very own dig sand.
Family Traditions: All About Food
Wed, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate your family's traditions! We will read stories about food and family and make a food-related craft.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Sep 05, 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.
Family History Hounds: What’s Next With Burned Records?
Thu, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
How do you find records that were "burnt up"? Learn how to find alternatives for these records from renowned speaker, J.... more
How do you find records that were "burnt up"? Learn how to find alternatives for these records from renowned speaker, J. Mark Lowe in this webinar.
Teens Craft: Beeswax Candles
Thu, Sep 05, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Beeswax has been used for thousands of years as a way of making candles. Join us as we create and decorate our own... more
Beeswax has been used for thousands of years as a way of making candles. Join us as we create and decorate our own usable beeswax candles.
Physics for Kids: Simple Machines
Thu, Sep 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Explore basic physics by creating and using simple machines like levers, planes, wheels and axles, and more!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Sep 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.
Paws to Read
Sat, Sep 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.
History Come to Life
Sat, Sep 07, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
What was life like in Indiana several hundred years ago? Talk to traders, farmers, and military personnel about their... more
What was life like in Indiana several hundred years ago? Talk to traders, farmers, and military personnel about their lives and see some of the tools they used living in Indiana during the 1700s.
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, Sep 09, 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: Mug Rug
Mon, Sep 09, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn the craft of punch needling while creating a fun, usable coaster.
Open Play Chess
Mon, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Join our open play chess club! Open to amateur chess players and USCF members alike. All rating levels welcome! Chess... more
Join our open play chess club! Open to amateur chess players and USCF members alike. All rating levels welcome! Chess boards and refreshments are provided.
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime
Mon, Sep 09, 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, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
This month at our U.S. and global military history roundtable, we'll discuss the military career of Arthur Wellesley, 1st... more
This month at our U.S. and global military history roundtable, we'll discuss the military career of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.
STEAM Station
Tue, Sep 10, 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.
Crafty Crew: Fall Wreaths
Tue, Sep 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 fall wreaths. Materials are... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make fall wreaths. Materials are provided.
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Paper Crafts: Making Papyrus
Tue, Sep 10, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Take a trip to the past by learning how to create papyrus paper.
Explore and Learn: Animal Habitats
Tue, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn about the world around us with an invitation to play and build! In this session, children and caregivers can... more
Learn about the world around us with an invitation to play and build! In this session, children and caregivers can explore animal habitats and ecosystems.
Music and Movement
Wed, Sep 11, 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: Pointillism
Wed, Sep 11, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Pointillism is an Impressionist technique that was developed in 1886. Learn about the history of pointillism while... more
Pointillism is an Impressionist technique that was developed in 1886. Learn about the history of pointillism while creating your own piece of artwork.
Family Storytime: Fall Harvest
Wed, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate the season! Join us for stories, crafts, and songs about fall leaves and fruits.
Amazing Artists
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
Homeschool: Ancient Civilizations
Thu, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families: Through hands-on activity stations, explore the art, engineering, and communication methods of... more
Homeschool families: Through hands-on activity stations, explore the art, engineering, and communication methods of people who lived long ago!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Sep 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.
The Game of Ur
Fri, Sep 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Try your hand at the Game of UR, one of the world's oldest board games and see how it compares to modern games!
Anyone Can Cook!
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to... more
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to make some simple, but delicious, recipes.
Amazing Artists
Mon, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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.
The Ancient World Series: Ancient Greece
Mon, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Step back in time and explore the world of ancient civilizations. Join us for the first installment of our Ancient World... more
Step back in time and explore the world of ancient civilizations. Join us for the first installment of our Ancient World series as we dive into the history, culture, and myths of Ancient Greece!
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, Sep 17, 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.
Teen Cuisine: Homemade Butter
Tue, Sep 17, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Nothing is better than homemade butter! Learn how to make butter from scratch and enjoy with some fresh bread.
Toddler Art
Tue, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Introduce your toddler to art! We'll provide the materials and instruction for a project to make and take home.
Events in American History
Tue, Sep 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 design and construction of the Brooklyn... more
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the design and construction of the Brooklyn Bridge.
FOL Book Sale
Wed, Sep 18, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
STEAM Station
Wed, Sep 18, 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: Mini Succulents
Wed, Sep 18, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Better with paper than plants? Stop by Teen Central to create a succulent that needs no water!
Family Movie Night
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.
FOL Book Sale
Thu, Sep 19, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Music and Movement
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
STEM Challenge: Bridge Building
Thu, Sep 19, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Challenge your friends to a bridge building contest and see whose bridge can carry the greatest weight.
Stories and Snacks: School
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about going to school and make and enjoy a delicious snack!
FOL Book Sale
Fri, Sep 20, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Storytime Steps
Fri, Sep 20, 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.
FOL Book Sale
Sat, Sep 21, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
FOL Book Sale
Sun, Sep 22, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
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