Summer Reading Club 2026

May 26 – July 11

Yes, it’s true! Summer Reading Club is here! This year’s theme focuses on dinosaurs and archaeology. Signups are now open for everyone, birth – adult.

The SRC Kickoff Party for children will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 4:30-6p. We’ll have SRC registration, reading logs, and fun activities for all.

You do not have to be a Plainfield resident or have a Plainfield library card to participate. Register, read, and earn prizes and raffle tickets all summer!

What’s New?

April Diaper Drive

We had a very successful diaper drive in April, with donations of diapers that went to the Hendricks County Health Department’s Diaper Bank! The Diaper Bank distributes free diapers to families in need in our county. Thank you to all who supported the drive and donated!

Children’s Room TikTok

The Children’s Room is now on TikTok! Follow us for booktalks, funny videos, and more.

Save the Date

Dino Detectives | Monday, June 1, 5-6p | School Age

Join us for our dinosaur themed scavenger hunt mystery! Scour the Children’s Room for clues to figure out who killed the dinosaurs in this interactive whodunit!

Dinosaur Crafts | Tuesday, June 9, 5-6p | Toddlers and Preschool 

Get into the dinosaur spirit! Join us to create dino-related crafts to take home.

Unearth an Artifact | Thursday, June 25, 5-5:30p | School Age

Calling all junior archaeologists! Uncover hidden artifacts in a hands-on dig activity.

Design a Dino | Monday, June 29, 5-6p | School Age

Let your imagination take you back in time! We’ll be using recycled supplies to create our own dinosaurs!

Dino Dance Party | Tuesday, June 30, 4:45-5:30p | Toddler and Preschool

Let your imagination take you back in time! We’ll be using recycled supplies to create our own dinosaurs!

Special Events

Roblox Bash | Wednesday, June 3, 5-5:45p | School Age

Calling all Roblox fans! Join us to play real-life versions of some of your favorite games.

Percy Jackson Party | Thursday, June 11, 5-5:30p | School Age

All fans shall answer the call … to come to a Percy Jackson party! Test your knowledge of mythology, craft your demigod identity, and participate in other fun activities based on this popular series.

American Girl Party | Monday, June 15, 4:30-5:30p | School Age

Join us to celebrate your favorite American Girls! Whether you love Josefina, Molly, or Julie, dive into the past with activities and games. 

I Survived Party | Tuesday, June 23, 5-5:30p | School Age

Could you survive historical disasters? Join us to test your survival skills with fun activities and games! 

Make It: Duct Tape Key Chains | Tuesday, July 7, 5-5:30p | School Age

Come join us and express your creativity as we create our own duct tape key chains!

Summer Reading Completion Party

Saturday, July 11, 3-4p

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading Club! Fun and laughs happen fast in this one-of-a-kind hilarious show, featuring life-like dinosaur puppets and lots of comical audience participation. Everyone is welcome!

Looking for more free, family-friendly programs? Check out our Events Calendar!

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