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John David Anderson: Live Author Talk
2023-10-14 14:00:00 2023-10-14 15:00:00 America/New_York John David Anderson: Live Author Talk Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library -

Saturday, October 14
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-14 14:00:00 2023-10-14 15:00:00 America/New_York John David Anderson: Live Author Talk Hear from local author John David Anderson! We'll discuss his books, including a live Q&A session. This event is made possible with the support of Indiana Humanities and Glick Philanthropies. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library -

Hear from local author John David Anderson! We'll discuss his books, including a live Q&A session. This event is made possible with the support of Indiana Humanities and Glick Philanthropies.

The conversation with the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award honoree is part of the Indiana Authors Awards Speaker Program, powered by Indiana Humanities and made possible through the generosity of Glick Philanthropies.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | School Age | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Visit |

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Phone: 317-839-6602
Hours
Mon, Dec 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 08 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

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

Take and Make: Hot Cocoa Mix
Wed, Dec 06, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Develop your cooking skills with us! Learn how to make hot cocoa mix in a jar to give as a gift or enjoy yourself.
STEAM Station
Wed, Dec 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Big White Letters: Remembering the Indiana Boys' School
Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Plainfield was home to a juvenile reform school for well over 100 years. Learn about the Indiana Boys’ School’s... more
Plainfield was home to a juvenile reform school for well over 100 years. Learn about the Indiana Boys’ School’s impact on the community and those iconic big white letters in this presentation.
Family History Hounds: December Share & Tell
Thu, Dec 07, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
It's our Annual Share & Tell program! Come early for a pitch-in lunch at 12:30p, then share your family treasures at the... more
It's our Annual Share & Tell program! Come early for a pitch-in lunch at 12:30p, then share your family treasures at the genealogy show-and-tell at 1p.
Canceled
Teens Craft: Melted Snowman
Thu, Dec 07, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
While a snowman may melt in warm weather, with this ornament craft, your snowman won't disappear when it melts!
Handwork for Homeschoolers: Sewing
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Add practical life skills to your homeschool curriculum! This sewing basics program includes simple projects for children... more
Add practical life skills to your homeschool curriculum! This sewing basics program includes simple projects for children to practice hand-work and learn fun designs.
Glow Stick Dance Party
Fri, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
We'll provide the glow sticks and music, you bring the fun! Enjoy a family-friendly dance party with a glow in the dark... more
We'll provide the glow sticks and music, you bring the fun! Enjoy a family-friendly dance party with a glow in the dark twist.
Anyone Can Cook!
Sat, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks, join Dr. Huda in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how... more
Perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks, join Dr. Huda in this class to learn the basics of food safety and how to make stuffed pizza.
Music and Movement
Mon, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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: Snow Sensory Bins
Mon, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Learn the science behind making fake snow! Then explore snow sensory bins with toys and utensils.
Books on Tap
Mon, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
BRU Burger - Private Dining area
December’s here and it’s getting chilly out! Join us at BRU Burger to discuss any book containing the words cold,... more
December’s here and it’s getting chilly out! Join us at BRU Burger to discuss any book containing the words cold, night, winter or dark in the title.
Amazing Artists
Tue, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Canceled
Teens Craft: Fork Painting
Tue, Dec 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Create a fun, winter animal by using forks and paint!
Tiny Tuesday: Write
Tue, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Boost early learning and get reading ready! Join us for interactive stations to encourage writing and fine motor skills.
Events in American History
Tue, Dec 12, 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 Transcontinental... more
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad.
Tiny Tinkerers
Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
My 5 senses: Hearing
Wed, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Learn about the senses in this program series! In this session, we'll explore hearing with hands-on activities and stories.
STEAM Station
Thu, Dec 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Winter STEM Experiments
Thu, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
How do ice and snow form? What makes them melt? What happens in nature during winter? Explore these questions and more... more
How do ice and snow form? What makes them melt? What happens in nature during winter? Explore these questions and more with hands-on activity stations.
Canceled
Teens Craft: Fake Snow
Fri, Dec 15, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Use simple ingredients to make snow that can be played with indoors!
STEAM Station
Mon, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Let's Cook: Candy Melts
Mon, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Did you know you can make candies with gelatin mix? Join us to create these no-cook treats. Ingredients: cream cheese,... more
Did you know you can make candies with gelatin mix? Join us to create these no-cook treats. Ingredients: cream cheese, gelatin, powdered sugar, sugar
Clue: A Mystery Book Club
Mon, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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 The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton.
Music and Movement
Tue, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Directed Drawing
Tue, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Join us as we walk through drawing a picture of a polar bear. Perfect for winter fun!
Amazing Artists
Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Canceled
Teens Craft: Snowman Stress Ball
Wed, Dec 20, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The end of a semester can be stressful. Stop in and make a snowman-themed stress ball!
Family Storytime: Hibernation
Wed, Dec 20, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Get ready for a cozy winter nap! Learn about hibernation with books, songs, and activities.
Tiny Tinkerers
Thu, Dec 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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: Cookie Decorating
Thu, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Kids can engage their creative side by decorating festive cookies!
LEGO® Brick Building
Fri, Dec 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!
CLOSED: Christmas Eve
Sun, Dec 24, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Christmas Eve.
CLOSED: Christmas
Mon, Dec 25, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Christmas.
STEAM Station
Tue, Dec 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Picture Perfect Family Movie
Tue, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.
Music and Movement
Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Coloring and Crafts
Wed, Dec 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Looking for a winter break activity? Stop by for coloring and a simple craft to make.
Amazing Artists
Thu, Dec 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Stay and Play
Thu, Dec 28, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Fire up your imagination with a selection of toys and games from the Children's Room.
LEGO® Brick Building
Fri, Dec 29, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!
CLOSED: New Year's Eve
Sun, Dec 31, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for New Year's Eve.
CLOSED: New Year's Day
Mon, Jan 01, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for New Year's Day.
STEAM Station
Tue, Jan 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Picture Perfect Family Movie
Tue, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Enjoy a free screening of a family-friendly movie! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.
Music and Movement
Wed, Jan 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
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.
Drop In Storytime
Wed, Jan 03, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Can't make it to storytime? No problem! Families can interact with books, lyrics, and activities at their own pace.
Amazing Artists
Thu, Jan 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan A
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.
Stay and Play
Thu, Jan 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Fire up your imagination with a selection of toys and games from the Children's Room.
LEGO® Brick Building
Fri, Jan 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!
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