Our Summer Reading Club is quickly coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Over the past several weeks, our dinosaur-themed books have been flying off the shelves, and we couldn’t be happier to know that so many kids in...
People are often surprised when we tell them their very young infant can participate in our Summer Reading Club by doing the Every Child Ready to Read early literacy practices: reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing. Then, they’re frequently more confused, saying, “But my newborn can’t...
Our Summer Reading theme this year at PGTPL is “Unearth a Story” and we are embracing the dinosaur theme with our programs and crafts! Here is an easy dinosaur craft you can make with your kids at home! Materials: Toilet paper roll or a paper towel...
There’s no room for boredom over the summer months when you learn a new hobby. The library is a great place to explore ideas for new hobbies if you’re not sure what you would like to try, and it’s also the perfect place to find...
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...
It’s almost time to Unearth a Story with our Summer Reading Club (SRC)! SRC Kickoff Party Kick things off with a party on Tuesday, March 26! Children will celebrate from 4:30-6p in the Children’s Room, where you can sign up for SRC, pick up your reading logs,...
Summer vacation will be here before you know it! Here is a list of free or low cost activities for you and your family to enjoy this summer! Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Summer Reading Club (May 26 through July 10) The PGTPL Summer Reading Club is back...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Here is a booklist featuring a variety of books for children about mental health and coping tools! Books marked with an asterisk (*) are available from another library through the Evergreen system. Nonfiction Mindfulness and Meditation: Handling Life with a Calm...
Spring is here! As the ground thaws after a long winter, insects of all kinds will be emerging from their winter naps. Insects are cold-blooded, so they need warmer temperatures to be active. Once the insects become active, they come out of their winter hiding...
Spring Into Reading Warmer weather is returning, flowers are blooming, and the library has lots of fun activities planned for the season! What's New? Bookmark Reading Promotion In March, we designed and printed special bookmarks for the Van Buren Elementary PTO to distribute to students participating in their spring...
