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CLOSE at 5 pm for Thanksgiving

2024-11-27 17:00:00 2024-11-27 20:00:00 America/New_York CLOSE at 5 pm for Thanksgiving Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library -

Wednesday, November 27
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-27 17:00:00 2024-11-27 20:00:00 America/New_York CLOSE at 5 pm for Thanksgiving The library will close at 5 pm for Thanksgiving. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library -

The library will close at 5 pm for Thanksgiving.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Holiday |

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Phone: 317-839-6602

Hours
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library will close at 5 pm for Thanksgiving.

Thu, Nov 28, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
The library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Mon, Dec 02, 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.

Mon, Dec 02, 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!

Mon, Dec 02, 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 Battle of Antietam.

Tue, Dec 03, 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.

Tue, Dec 03, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create unique 3D ornaments by using paper and glue.

Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Join us for a crash course on art history! Learn about Louise Bourgeois and her spidery sculptures and make a related craft.

Wed, Dec 04, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Wed, Dec 04, 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.

Wed, Dec 04, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use paint pens to create a cozy scene on wood coasters.

Wed, Dec 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

Thu, Dec 05, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Rescheduled
Thu, Dec 05, All day
New date Thursday, December 12, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Thu, Dec 05, 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.

Rescheduled
Thu, Dec 05, 11:30am - 3:00pm
New date Thursday, December 05, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
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.

Thu, Dec 05, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
New venue 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.

Thu, Dec 05, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create and paint your own mushroom decoration using clay!

Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Transform simple coffee filters into stunning snowflakes!

Fri, Dec 06, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Rescheduled
Fri, Dec 06, All day
New date Friday, December 13, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Fri, Dec 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.

Fri, Dec 06, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Create colorful snowflakes from coffee filters!

Sat, Dec 07, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Sat, Dec 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.

Sun, Dec 08, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - McMillan
Friends of the Library Book Sale

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Mon, Dec 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.

Mon, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Using colorful string, create designs on a board. This hands-on activity offers endless possibilities to create all sorts... more
Using colorful string, create designs on a board. This hands-on activity offers endless possibilities to create all sorts of shapes and designs.

Tue, Dec 10, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 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 painted winter jars.... more
Make a fun and simple craft in this class inspired by Creativebug. In this session we'll make painted winter jars. Materials are provided.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to sew by hand to create a cute and cuddly yeti!

Tue, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Snuggle up for a cozy winter-themed storytime! Enjoy books, songs, and activities to keep you warm and comfy.

Wed, Dec 11, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 9. Attend the event on Saturday, December 14 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Wed, Dec 11, 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.

Wed, Dec 11, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to turn yarn into decorative holiday tassels!

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Use our collection of LEGO® bricks to build something awesome from your imagination!

Thu, Dec 12, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 2. Attend the event on Saturday, December 7 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 2. Attend the event on Saturday, December 7 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Thu, Dec 12, 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.

Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Turn basic coffee filters into colorful works of art. Experiment with different methods to find your favorite!

Thu, Dec 12, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn about the building blocks of DNA with tasty gummy snacks.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - West
It's time to get financially fit! Join this hands-on budgeting workshop with local CPA Xiao Yu to get set for 2025. Bring... more
It's time to get financially fit! Join this hands-on budgeting workshop with local CPA Xiao Yu to get set for 2025. Bring your laptop or use a library device to create your budget for the year.

Fri, Dec 13, All day
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 2. Attend the event on Saturday, December 7 to pick... more
Donate new or gently used art supplies during the week of December 2. Attend the event on Saturday, December 7 to pick out art supplies. You can donate, or pick out new art supplies, or both!

Fri, Dec 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Today's the day! Choose new-to-you, gently used art supplies to take home. To donate art supplies, drop off during the... more
Today's the day! Choose new-to-you, gently used art supplies to take home. To donate art supplies, drop off during the week of December 9. You can donate, or pick out art supplies, or both!

Mon, Dec 16, 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.

Mon, Dec 16, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Use shrink plastic to bring your favorite character to life!

Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Make a vibrant work of art using yarn. This fun, community-driven activity is all about adding a splash of color to... more
Make a vibrant work of art using yarn. This fun, community-driven activity is all about adding a splash of color to everyday objects.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brew Link Brewpub - Private Dining
'Tis the season to get merry and bright! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub to discuss any book that puts you in a seasonal spirit.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Tue, Dec 17, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Compete in a series of challenges to see who will dominate. Are you up to the task?

Tue, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Come and join us for an Emily Dickinson-themed story time in celebration of her birthday.

Tue, Dec 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 formation of the National Reservations... more
Join us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the formation of the National Reservations of the West.

Wed, Dec 18, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Learn how to make a sweet Korean treat with a little heat! Supplies will be provided for up to 16 teens.

Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
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.

Thu, Dec 19, 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.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Teen Central
Put your creativity to the test! Stop in to create holiday cards for all of your friends and family!

Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
Listen to fun read aloud stories about baking and decorate some cookies to enjoy!

Fri, Dec 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.