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Build It
2024-11-26 17:00:00 2024-11-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Build It Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity

Tuesday, November 26
5:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-26 17:00:00 2024-11-26 17:30:00 America/New_York Build It Test your engineering skills with STEM building challenges! Construct the tallest tower, sturdiest bridge, or most unique structure you can. 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 structure you can.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | School Age | Children |

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Phone: 317-839-6602
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Mon, Oct 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 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

Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Oct 31, 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.
2024 General Election Early Voting
Thu, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Early voting times for 2024 general election.
2024 General Election Early Voting
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Early voting times for 2024 general election.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Nov 01, 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.
2024 General Election Early Voting
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Early voting times for 2024 general election.
Indianapolis Opera Presents: Sing Me a Story
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
Join us for a free performance from the Indianapolis Opera! Perfect as a Pony features classic opera music and encourages... more
Join us for a free performance from the Indianapolis Opera! Perfect as a Pony features classic opera music and encourages learning to love yourself, standing up to bullies, and accepting others.
Paws to Read
Sat, Nov 02, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, Nov 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.
Teens Craft: Glass Painting
Mon, Nov 04, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a painting inside a glass frame! Use the designs provided or create your own!
Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime
Mon, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
This month at our U.S. and global military history roundtable, we'll discuss the military career of George B. McClellan.
2024 General Election
Tue, Nov 05, 6:00am - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
2024 General Election
STEAM Station
Tue, Nov 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.
Teen Cuisine: Banana Roll Ups
Tue, Nov 05, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Why enjoy a banana on its own when you can make it even more tasty! Materials will be provided for up to 16 teens.
Playdough Party
Tue, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Create your own playdough kit by choosing personalized scents and add-ins. Materials will be provided for 10 families.
Music and Movement
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Family Movie Night
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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, Nov 07, 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.
Family History Hounds: Genealogy in Fiction
Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
You may love doing genealogy, but have you ever "read" genealogy? The Indiana Room staff will discuss some genealogy... more
You may love doing genealogy, but have you ever "read" genealogy? The Indiana Room staff will discuss some genealogy "good reads", both fiction and non-fiction, and why these titles are worth a read!
Mario Party Marathon
Thu, Nov 07, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Compete with your friends to reign supreme. Join us in Teen Central to see who wins in Mario Party Superstars.
Share a Story: Cozy Homes
Thu, Nov 07, 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, we'll learn about safe, warm places to live.
CLOSED: Staff Training
Fri, Nov 08, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Staff Training.
Anyone Can Cook!
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al Herz in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how... more
Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks, join Dr. Al Herz in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to make some simple, but delicious, recipes.
Ken Scott Gallery Reception
Sat, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Enjoy refreshments while viewing Historical Artist, Ken Scott's, handmade artwork.
Amazing Artists
Mon, Nov 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.
Dungeon Drop-In
Mon, Nov 11, 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.
Make It: Wreck This Journal
Mon, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for an exciting Wreck This Journal activity, where you can doodle, scribble, tear, and create without limits.
Open Play Chess
Mon, Nov 11, 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.
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, Nov 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.
Crafty Crew: String Art
Tue, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make seasonal string art.... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make seasonal string art. Materials are provided.
This event is full
STEM Challenge: Robot Hand
Tue, Nov 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn about anatomy while creating a hand that can move and grab!
Toddler Obstacle Course
Tue, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Challenge your toddler to an obstacle course! Can you make it to the other side?
STEAM Station
Wed, Nov 13, 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: Pill Bugs
Wed, Nov 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a cute pill bug out of recycled materials!
I Survived: The Titanic
Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Can you survive the sinking of the Titanic? Explore the famous catastrophe with STEM activities.
Fraud Alert!
Wed, Nov 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Don't fall victim to fraud! This workshop will give you all the information on how to recognize fraudulent letters,... more
Don't fall victim to fraud! This workshop will give you all the information on how to recognize fraudulent letters, calls, and e-mails, and what to do in case you or someone you know falls for a scam.
Music and Movement
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Versiti Blood Drive
Thu, Nov 14, 11:30am - 4:00pm
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.
Homeschool: World Travelers
Thu, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families: Travel around the world with us! Create a passport and work your way through different activity... more
Homeschool families: Travel around the world with us! Create a passport and work your way through different activity stations to learn about other countries.
Teens Craft: Coil Pots
Thu, Nov 14, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Coiling clay is one of the earliest techniques for creating pottery. Stop in to create and paint your own coil pot.
Storytime Steps
Fri, Nov 15, 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.
Author Event: Carlotta Berry
Sat, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Enjoy a visit with local author, Carlotta Berry, professor, author, and engineer as we discuss her series There's A Robot!
Music and Movement
Mon, Nov 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.
Teens Craft: Lip Balm
Mon, Nov 18, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to melt, mix, and pour your own lip balm!
Make It: Blackout Poetry
Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Discover the art of transforming old book pages into unique works of poetry! You'll use creativity and imagination to... more
Discover the art of transforming old book pages into unique works of poetry! You'll use creativity and imagination to uncover hidden poems within printed text.
Amazing Artists
Tue, Nov 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.
Paper Crafts: 3D Animals
Tue, Nov 19, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Elephants, cats, dogs, ducks? Come in to Teen Central to craft a 3D animals.
Family Game Night
Tue, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bring your family and friends for a game night at the library! This month, we'll learn and play various games from our J... more
Bring your family and friends for a game night at the library! This month, we'll learn and play various games from our J Library of Things collection.
Events in American History
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss New York City's reservoir system.
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Nov 20, 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: Gel Air Fresheners
Wed, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Freshen up your space with a homemade gel air freshener using gelatin and essential oils.
Sensory Storytime: Touch and Texture
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
STEAM Station
Thu, Nov 21, 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 Can Sew: Sleep Masks
Thu, Nov 21, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to use a sewing machine while making your very own sleep mask!
Stories and Snacks: Fall
Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about this colorful season and make and enjoy a fall harvest snack!
Storytime Steps
Fri, Nov 22, 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: Sugar Scrubs
Fri, Nov 22, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to create sugar scrub in just a few simple steps!
STEAM Station
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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.
T-Rex Tea Party
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
You are invited to a T-Rex Tea Party! Please dress in your finest dinosaur and/or tea party attire. We'll try our best to... more
You are invited to a T-Rex Tea Party! Please dress in your finest dinosaur and/or tea party attire. We'll try our best to show some RAWR-some manners as we enjoy a storytime followed by a tasty treat.
Open Play Chess
Mon, Nov 25, 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.
Books on Tap
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brewpub - Private Dining Room
N is for November! This month, join us at Brew Link Brewpub to discuss any book whose title begins with N.
Music and Movement
Tue, Nov 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.
Gamer Crafts: 8-Bit Bead Weaving
Tue, Nov 26, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Choose your character! Create an 8-bit character keychain by weaving beads.
Build It
Tue, Nov 26, 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, Nov 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.
CLOSE at 5 pm for Thanksgiving
Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library will close at 5 pm for Thanksgiving.
CLOSED: Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Thanksgiving.
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