Keep an eye out for Mayme Snipes, Time Traveling Librarian, as she shares the histories of some of Plainfield's downtown buildings. The bright yellow window clings, located in the windows of buildings along Main Street, contain a QR code that will transport you to the...
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...
The Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library will not be renewing our Freegal or Freading subscriptions from Library Ideas when the current term ends at the beginning of 2026. Due to anticipated revenue shortfalls over the next several years, we are reevaluating services and making decisions accordingly. While...
December brings us holidays, the end of the year, and new offerings in the Friends of the Plainfield Library silent auction. For 2026 resolution making and goal setting, there are books about light and healthy cooking, fitness walking, and garden planning. There are also albums...
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...
November is here and that brings thoughts of Christmas! The silent auction sponsored by the Friends of the Plainfield Library has lots of books and items for gift giving and holiday preparations. Stop by the lobby display case during your next library visit to see...
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...
Cooler weather is here, and we have cozy and spooky stories, songs, and activities to fit every mood! Join us for programs at the library or use our Storytime at Home outlines to create your own activities! Fall Children's Programs Looking for free, family-friendly programs? Check out our Events...
