The library is delighted to announce its first gallery exhibition of 2026, featuring the work of professional artist Libby Whipple alongside the talented artist collective The Basement Brushers. The exhibit will be on display January through February 2026, during regular library hours. The Basement Brushers is...
The Summer Reading Club Bookmark Contest is back for 2026! Artists of all ages and skill levels can enter original designs based on this year’s theme: Unearth a Story. Entry forms are available at the library and by download here. Entries must be submitted at...
Have you ever found yourself reading the same type of book over and over again? Do you tend to read the same genre or author? If so, join our 2026 Reading Challenge! We’ve pulled together a list of 12 prompts to push you out of...
Evergreen - our catalog and circulation software - will undergo its annual update on December 6 - 7. The system will go offline sometime late on December 5th and should be back up sometime December 7th. During the update period, some digital services will not...
New Meeting Room Policy and Reservation System The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library recently adopted a new Meeting Room Policy, which will become fully effective on January 1, 2026. The Library is also in the process of switching to a new reservation system, which will be launched...
Who doesn’t love dinosaurs? With hundreds of species spanning millions of years, ancient reptiles were incredibly varied in appearance and lifestyle. This month, we’re exploring a game and book pairing that provides an inside look into the current science and the fictional daily lives of...
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and community spirit at Trick-or-Treat on Simmons Street, a family-friendly event hosted in partnership between the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Plainfield United Methodist Church. The event will take place on Thursday, October 30, from 5 to 7...
This month, we’re looking at the secret lives of woodland creatures! From fables to Disney’s Robin Hood to Homeward Bound, there is a grand tradition of stories giving animals human characteristics. If you’re in the mood for adventures with birds, cats, and rabbits, we’ve got...
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, a time when libraries across the country highlight the vital role they play in lifelong learning, connection, and opportunity. At the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library (PGTPL), the message is simple: a library card is one of the most...
Dragons have descended on PGTPL! Instead of flames and destruction, they offer friendship and assistance - but some may have agendas of their own. If you believe that dragons make everything better, we have the book and game for you! Board Game: Flamecraft Not every dragon is...
