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Kids Community Art: Have a Heart
2023-02-03 00:00:00 2023-02-03 23:59:00 America/New_York Kids Community Art: Have a Heart Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room

Friday, February 03
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-02-03 00:00:00 2023-02-03 23:59:00 America/New_York Kids Community Art: Have a Heart Decorate a paper heart throughout the month of February and leave it for staff to include in our community art project. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room

Decorate a paper heart throughout the month of February and leave it for staff to include in our community art project.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts/Crafts/Hobbies |

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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, Mar 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.
Crafty Crew: Aluminum Flower Garden Art
Tue, Mar 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Make a fun, simple craft inspired by Creativebug. In this session, create an aluminum flower for your garden. Materials... more
Make a fun, simple craft inspired by Creativebug. In this session, create an aluminum flower for your garden. Materials are provided.
Registration is now closed
Virtual Author Talk: Chef Jernard Wells
Tue, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online - https://libraryc.org/plainfieldlibrary/24628
Join us for an online Author Talk with Chef Jernard Wells that will leave you starving for more! Visit... more
Join us for an online Author Talk with Chef Jernard Wells that will leave you starving for more! Visit libraryc.org/plainfieldlibrary to watch this Author Talk and more.
Register
Drop In Storytime
Tue, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Can't make it to storytime? No problem! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace.
Crafty Crew: Aluminum Flower Garden Art
Tue, Mar 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
Make a fun, simple craft inspired by Creativebug. In this session, create an aluminum flower for your garden. Materials... more
Make a fun, simple craft inspired by Creativebug. In this session, create an aluminum flower for your garden. Materials are provided.
Registration is now closed
Music and Movement
Wed, Mar 22, 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 Craft: Gnome Pots
Wed, Mar 22, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Make a little gnome friend for your plants!
Container Gardening
Wed, Mar 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference
When you don't have much growing space, container gardening is a great alternative. Drop by to learn more about the... more
When you don't have much growing space, container gardening is a great alternative. Drop by to learn more about the growing method and take home a grow bag and plant to begin your gardening journey!
French Storytime
Wed, Mar 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Build bilingual skills and vocabulary with us! We'll read a book and introduce young learners to new vocabulary in... more
Build bilingual skills and vocabulary with us! We'll read a book and introduce young learners to new vocabulary in English and French.
Amazing Artists
Thu, Mar 23, 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.
Wildflower Seed Bombs
Thu, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Wildflowers are important for many species of pollinators such as butterflies and bees. Drop in anytime between 3-5p to... more
Wildflowers are important for many species of pollinators such as butterflies and bees. Drop in anytime between 3-5p to create your own seed bomb full of amazing wildflower seeds.
Garden Time: Kindness Rocks
Thu, Mar 23, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate Garden Week at PGTPL! Create kindness rocks to leave for someone else to find!
World Explorers
Fri, Mar 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Each week we'll introduce young children to the world around us with music, activities, stories, and more!
Garden Time: Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Mar 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
Can you find all the garden gnomes hiding around the Children's Room? Drop in throughout the day to complete our... more
Can you find all the garden gnomes hiding around the Children's Room? Drop in throughout the day to complete our scavenger hunt and win a special prize!
STEM Saturday
Sat, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for a STEM activity as we learn about plant photosynthesis and grow our own garden friends!
Amazing Artists
Mon, Mar 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.
Recipe Swap: Family Favorites
Mon, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Do you have a favorite family recipe? Bring in the prepared dish and a copy of the recipe to share. Try others’ family... more
Do you have a favorite family recipe? Bring in the prepared dish and a copy of the recipe to share. Try others’ family favorites and take home a copy of their recipes to add to your collection!
Teen Craft: Twine Eggs
Mon, Mar 27, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Prepare for April with some eggs made of twine!
Tiny Tinkerers
Tue, Mar 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.
Make It: Rainbows
Tue, Mar 28, 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, learn how to make rainbow collages.
STEAM Station
Wed, Mar 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.
Play, Learn, Grow
Wed, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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.
Music and Movement
Thu, Mar 30, 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.
Learn at the Library: Gale Courses Drop-In
Thu, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Make time to learn something new with Gale Courses! Bring your own device or use a library laptop for this work time.... more
Make time to learn something new with Gale Courses! Bring your own device or use a library laptop for this work time. Staff will be available to help you sign up for courses and get started.
Painted Bird Houses
Thu, Mar 30, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a colorful and inviting home for a bird in your neighborhood.
Sink or Sail
Thu, Mar 30, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
Test your engineering and building skills! Create your own sailing boat and see how many coins it can carry!
World Explorers
Fri, Mar 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Each week we'll introduce young children to the world around us with music, activities, stories, and more!
LEGO® Brick Free Building
Sat, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!
Music and Movement
Mon, Apr 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.
Teen Cuisine: Sweet and Sour Grapes
Mon, Apr 03, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Come make a treat that is both sour and sweet using Jello! Supplies will be provided for up to 25 teens.
Laugh It Up!
Mon, Apr 03, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate humor by sharing jokes, reading funny books and making a silly monster craft.
Military Monday
Mon, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
This month at Military Monday, our U.S. and global military history roundtable, we'll discuss the invasion of Quebec... more
This month at Military Monday, our U.S. and global military history roundtable, we'll discuss the invasion of Quebec during the American Revolutionary War, and Benedict Arnold's treason at West Point.
Amazing Artists
Tue, Apr 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.
Post-it Pinwheels
Tue, Apr 04, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Computers
Create a fun spring ornament with a few classic items!
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 04, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
End your day on a happy note with stories, songs, and rhymes. Join us for a Rainbow Fish storytime and craft!
Genealogy 101: Getting Started
Tue, Apr 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Are you interested in your ancestry? Learn how to get started with genealogy from the Indiana Room’s Sarah Wright.... more
Are you interested in your ancestry? Learn how to get started with genealogy from the Indiana Room’s Sarah Wright. She'll discuss tips, tricks, and proper methods for digging through online records.
Virtual Author Talk: Kate Beaton, "Hark! A Vagrant!"
Tue, Apr 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - https://libraryc.org/plainfieldlibrary/25132
Join our online chat with Kate Beaton, bestselling author of "Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands". Visit... more
Join our online chat with Kate Beaton, bestselling author of "Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands". Visit libraryc.org/plainfieldlibrary to watch this Author Talk and more.
Register
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Apr 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.
Windy Wednesday!
Wed, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families, join us to learn about the wind. We'll read a book and do some activities to experiment with what... more
Homeschool families, join us to learn about the wind. We'll read a book and do some activities to experiment with what this force of nature can do.
STEAM Station
Thu, Apr 06, 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 History Hounds: Homestead Records - How to Use Them in Your Research
Thu, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Learn how to use 19th Century Homestead Records in your genealogy research with expert Amber Oldenburg.
Paper Crafts: Creative Cards
Thu, Apr 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to create three different types of fun cards!
Comic Creator
Thu, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Do you love graphic novels and comics? Join us to discuss your favorites and make your own short comic!
April Showers Scavenger Hunt
Fri, Apr 07, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Room
All month in the Children's Room, find the hidden umbrellas to create a seasonal word and win a small prize!
World Explorers
Fri, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Each week we'll introduce young children to the world around us with music, activities, stories, and more!
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Storytime
Fri, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Are you on your way to 1,000 Books? Sign up, celebrate your progress, and enjoy a special storytime!
Teens Craft: Pine Cone Owl
Fri, Apr 07, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create a little owl friend out of a pine cone!
Library Lab: See It Grow
Sat, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Build STEM skills and practice problem solving in Library Lab! This month, we'll explore botany with activities about plants!
Human Library Event
Sat, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan,West,The Gallery
Learn more about different life experiences in this drop-in event. Have a sit-down conversation with community members to... more
Learn more about different life experiences in this drop-in event. Have a sit-down conversation with community members to learn about how they navigate life with a disability, as a minority, and more.
STEAM Station
Mon, Apr 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.
Bullet Journaling 101
Mon, Apr 10, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to create a utilize a bullet journal. Supplies will be provided for up to 15 teens.
Super Siblings
Mon, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for books, activities, and crafts that celebrate siblings and their bond!
Books on Tap
Mon, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
BRU Burger
April showers, bring May flowers! For April, let us "shower" you with book suggestions. Choose any book recommended by... more
April showers, bring May flowers! For April, let us "shower" you with book suggestions. Choose any book recommended by your friends or favorite librarians.
Music and Movement
Tue, Apr 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.
Family Game Night
Tue, Apr 11, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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 a copycat game with... more
Bring your family and friends for a game night at the library! This month, we'll learn and play a copycat game with LEGO® Bricks.
Events in American History
Tue, Apr 11, 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 Boston Tea Party and the road to the... more
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the Boston Tea Party and the road to the American Revolution.
Amazing Artists
Wed, Apr 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.
DIY Coffee Cozy
Wed, Apr 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create your own coffee cozy!
Survival Skills: Map and Compass Treasure Hunt
Wed, Apr 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn to navigate without GPS! Join us for an introduction to compass and map reading and then use your new skills to... more
Learn to navigate without GPS! Join us for an introduction to compass and map reading and then use your new skills to hunt for hidden treasure.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Apr 13, 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.
Plastic Egg Succulents
Thu, Apr 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Paint eggs like a cactus, and "plant" them in a mini terra cotta pot.
Make It: Playdough
Thu, Apr 13, 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, learn how to create your own... more
Bring your creativity and join us for crafts, maker projects, and more! In this session, learn how to create your own playdough!
Learn at the Library: Gale Courses Drop-In
Thu, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference
Make time to learn something new with Gale Courses! Bring your own device or use a library laptop for this work time.... more
Make time to learn something new with Gale Courses! Bring your own device or use a library laptop for this work time. Staff will be available to help you sign up for courses and get started.
World Explorers
Fri, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Each week we'll introduce young children to the world around us with music, activities, stories, and more!
Life Size Yahtzee
Fri, Apr 14, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
It's the game of Yahtzee, only bigger! Bring your friends and see who can roll a win!
DIY Lava Lamps
Sat, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Learn about the science behind these groovy decorations and then create your own lava lamp!
Tiny Tinkerers
Mon, Apr 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.
Finger Knitting 101
Mon, Apr 17, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn to finger knit a little snake in this beginner's course!
Earth Day: Let's Go Green!
Mon, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Celebrate Earth Day with us by reading books, learning about the Earth, and making an eco-friendly craft!
Clue: A Mystery Book Club
Mon, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Lobby Conference
In this book club, we read and discuss mystery and crime novels, both classic and contemporary. This month's selection is... more
In this book club, we read and discuss mystery and crime novels, both classic and contemporary. This month's selection is “Boundary Waters” by William Kent Krueger.
STEAM Station
Tue, Apr 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.
STEM Challenge: Catapult
Tue, Apr 18, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Challenge your friends to see who can build the strongest catapult!
Make It: Fairy Houses
Tue, Apr 18, 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, we'll make paper fairy houses.
Music and Movement
Wed, Apr 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.
Teen Cuisine: Crystal Candy
Wed, Apr 19, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to make a fun, Japanese sweet that is both crunchy and chewy!
Survival Skills: Miniature Shelter Building
Wed, Apr 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Practice your survival skills by constructing a miniature shelter out of materials you might find in the wild.
Family Nature Night: Beat Bugs
Wed, Apr 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Bugs can be found all over the world and in all kinds of different environments. Let their rhythm move you to this... more
Bugs can be found all over the world and in all kinds of different environments. Let their rhythm move you to this one-night band led by a Hendricks County Park naturalist. Registration required
Amazing Artists
Thu, Apr 20, 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: Pressed Flower Lanterns
Thu, Apr 20, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Decorate a small jar with pressed flowers in this fun, spring program.
Family Storytime: Pirates
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
End your day on a happy note with stories, songs, and rhymes. Join us for a pirate story and craft!
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