The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library has programs for all ages and interests!
Programs for All Ages:
Summer Reading Club Kick-Off Party
Tuesday, June 1 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm, outside on the front porch
Splash into Reading with a party on the library's front porch. Readers of all ages can register for the Summer Reading Club and Enjoy snacks and fun activities.
ARRR, It's the Pirates Show!
Saturday, July 31 from 2:00pm - 2:45pm, upstairs in McMillan A & B
Paul Odenwelder, as Squiffy Paul O the Pirate, makes the Golden Age of Pirates come to life with stories, songs and pirate talk. His pirate clothes, Jolly Roger Flag, ropes, and treasure chest set the scene for this fun adventure.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
Children's Programs:
Itsy Bitsy Storycraft: Water!
Monday, June 7 at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, and 6:00pm
Wednesday, June 9 at 2:00pm and 4:00pm
Children of all ages welcome
Gather under the tree for this simple, 30 minute story and craft.
Tots, Tales & Tunes
Wednesdays, June 16, 23, and 30 from 10:00am - 10:30am and 11:00am - 11:30am
Ages 2-3 *NOTE: a parent must accompany every child
Listen to stories and participate in action rhymes and songs during each fun-filled, 30-minute session of this 3-part series.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online
(10:00am session here, 11:00am session here)
Splash! - Act It Out
Friday, June 18 from 10:00am - 10:30am, in the Children's Room
Ages 4-8
Do you like to use your imagination? Have a flair for the dramatic? Hear three great stories, then take a part and help act them out! (Or come hear the stories then watch if you prefer.)
Teddy Bear Sleepover
Friday, June 25 from 5:00pm - 5:45pm & Saturday June 26 from 9:00am - 9:30am
In the Children's Activity Room
Ages 5-8
Bring your teddy bear, favorite stuffed animal or doll (along with a towel for your teddy to sleep on) to a library beach party and sleepover. We'll enjoy party snacks and play games with your teddy bear on Friday afternoon. Your teddy will spend the night enjoying bedtime stories and games with other teddys after you go home. Please come back Saturday morning at 9:00 to pick up your teddy.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
Itsy Bitsy Storycraft: Drip, Drop!
Monday, July 5 at 2:00pm, 4:00pm, and 6:00pm
Wednesday, July 7 at 2:00pm and 4:00pm
Children of all ages welcome
Gather under the tree for this simple, 30 minute story and craft.
Teddy Bears: Ready for School
Part 1: Monday, July 12 from 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Part 2: Monday, July 26 from 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Parts 1 & 2: Wednesday, July 28 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm
In the Children's Activity Room
Ages 4-6
Prepare yourself and your favorite teddy bear, stuffed animal or doll for the start of school. We'll enjoy stories and activities about the first day of school. Part 1 will highlight some of the work habits and language skills needed for school settings and Part 2 will build upon these lessons and include social skills.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
(Monday separate sessions here, Wednesday combined session here)
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Tween Programs:
The Incredible Journey
Friday, June 11 from 1:30pm - 2:30pm, in the Children's Activity Room
Ages 8-12
Have you ever wondered about the different places that water goes? Does it move from place to place in the form of a circle? We will conduct an experiment to see if we can figure out how water moves through and around the Earth.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
Learn to Draw
Tuesdays, June 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, 20 from 4:00pm - 4:45pm or 6:00pm - 6:45pm
In the Children's Activity Room
Ages 9 -12
In this 6-week course, children will gain confidence as they learn basic drawing skills. Participants will receive individual instruction as they work from photographs and still-life compositions. Students should bring pencils, an eraser, and a sketchbook to class.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
Mini Sand Castle
Wednesday, July 14 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm, in the Children's Activity Room
Ages 9-12
Build your own mini sand castle without even going to the beach.
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
Teen Programs:
To Pass or Not to Pass: Quiet Study Time for Finals
Sunday, May 23 from 1:00pm - 5:30pm, upstairs in McMillan A&B
Need a quiet place to study? The library has set aside a special place and time for middle school and high school students to prepare for their final exams. Snacks, basic school supplies and reference materials will be available.
Catch the Wave Tie-Dye Stamped T-Shirt
Thursday, July 15 from 1:30pm - 4:30pm, in Area T
Ages 13-18
Make your own tie dyed t-shirt with a beach theme, then make potato stamps to complete the decoration process while the shirts dry. What a fun way to spend a summer afternoon!
Sign up via phone (317-838-3801) or online.
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Adult Programs:
Thursday Night at the Movies
Thursdays, in June & July at 6:30pm, upstairs in McMillan B
Watch a water-related film this summer while you enjoy bottled water and a snack! Films include "Splash," "The Perfect Storm," "Jaws," "Big Fish," and "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea."
Sign up via phone (317-838-3800) or online.
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