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Genealogy Group: They Came in Ships
2023-10-05 13:00:00 2023-10-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Genealogy Group: They Came in Ships Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan

Thursday, October 05
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-05 13:00:00 2023-10-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Genealogy Group: They Came in Ships Ellis Island opened more than 115 years after Independence Day, so where did the immigrants go in the interim? Carolyn Niemantsverdriet will discuss Ellis Island, its precursors, and immigration data. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan

Ellis Island opened more than 115 years after Independence Day, so where did the immigrants go in the interim? Carolyn Niemantsverdriet will discuss Ellis Island, its precursors, and immigration data.

Ellis Island did not open in New York Harbor for more than 115 years after the colonies declared independence from England. During those years, when and where did the government collect data on the new immigrants, or did they? What do you know about Ellis Island and its precursors? Carolyn Niemantsverdriet will discuss these questions and more in her presentation.

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AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy and Family History |

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Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Teen Cuisine: Whipped Hot Chocolate
Tue, Jan 21, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
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Create a delicious drink while also learning how to make your very own whipped cream! Supplies will be provided for up to 16 teens.
Make It: Duct Tape Wallets
Tue, Jan 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Bring your creativity and join us for crafts, maker projects, and more! In this session, join us as we make wallets out of duct tape!
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Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss Dwight D. Eisenhower and the formation of... more
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Strange History for Teens
Wed, Jan 22, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
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Sensory Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Everyone is welcome at this sensory-friendly program! We will read stories, sing songs, and enjoy play activities to... more
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Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
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Mon, Feb 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
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Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Wed, Feb 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Music and Movement
Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children... more
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PGTPL Genealogy Club: National Defense Registration Cards
Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan B
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Thu, Feb 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
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Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
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Fri, Feb 07, 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.
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Fri, Feb 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
For hundreds of years, Captain Blackheart's treasure has remained hidden - until now. Solve riddles, find clues, and use... more
For hundreds of years, Captain Blackheart's treasure has remained hidden - until now. Solve riddles, find clues, and use hidden keys to unlock the map and claim the treasure. Registration required.
Music and Movement
Mon, Feb 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
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Mon, Feb 10, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
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Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
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Galentine's Day Trivia
Mon, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
New venue X-Golf
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Amazing Artists
Tue, Feb 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.
Crafty Crew: Woven Coasters
Tue, Feb 11, 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 woven coasters. Materials... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make woven coasters. Materials are provided.
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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
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Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
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Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Wed, Feb 12, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
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Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Learn how to perform CPR, including chest compressions and AED use, in this training from the Hendricks County Health... more
Learn how to perform CPR, including chest compressions and AED use, in this training from the Hendricks County Health Department. Open to all ages 8+.
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CPR Training
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Wednesday, February 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Learn how to perform CPR, including chest compressions and AED use, in this training from the Hendricks County Health... more
Learn how to perform CPR, including chest compressions and AED use, in this training from the Hendricks County Health Department. Open to all ages 8+.
Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Thu, Feb 13, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Thu, Feb 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.
Homeschool: Electricity
Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Homeschool families: Join us as we explore basic electrical circuits and learn about electricity through hands-on... more
Homeschool families: Join us as we explore basic electrical circuits and learn about electricity through hands-on activity stations.
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Thu, Feb 13, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
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Book Sale - Friends of the Library
Fri, Feb 14, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale
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Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.
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