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Every year, March is designated Women's History Month which honors women’s contributions throughout history. It’s the perfect time for young readers to learn more, whether they have a role model or wish to seek more information about influential figures who left their marks on the...

Are you disappointed when you come to the library and the book you’re looking for is already checked out? The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney is popular and often checked out. However, here is a list of books similar to the...

While you are out enjoying longer days and better weather, stop by the Friends of the Plainfield Library (FOL) silent auction in the PGTPL lobby to see what’s new in March! The auction covers a multitude of subjects, authors and types including landscaping, cooking, Thomas Kinkade, children’s...

The benefits of drama and theater for kids Have you ever heard the expression “all the world’s a stage”?  According to researchers, drama and theater can actually help children with literacy. For instance, participating in theater helps children practice expression and build fluency. Theater also gives...

On April 8, 2024* the town of Plainfield will be pitched into darkness as the moon crosses in front of the sun.  This occasion will be particularly remarkable, as central Indiana finds itself within the path of totality, offering a view of a complete eclipse,...

As children’s librarians, we are often asked to help people find books for children in a particular grade or at a specific reading level.  While a number of different resources exist to measure a book’s approximate level, they can vary a great deal and are not...

Looking for a new playlist to listen to? Need a soundtrack for some of your favorite reads? Join us in Teen Central as we create a playlist based on some popular YA novels!   The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Playlist: The Hanging Tree by James Newton Howard...

Gather around the crafting table for this Valentine-inspired STEAM craft! Learn about binary codes to write a short message that you can gift to a loved one. This STEAM powered activity promotes early literacy through the use of fine motor skills, counting/number recognition, color sorting,...

After a three-month absence, the Friends of the Plainfield Library (FOL) Silent Auction returns to the library lobby case!  We have books about sports, quilting and knitting, Route 66, gas stations, and much more.  There are also two sealed puzzles as well as two Easter...

Please consider joining the Friends of the Plainfield Library and support PGTPL. Incentives are available for new members! The FOL annual dues are used to support library programs such as: Summer Reading Club for all ages Speaker programs Other Adult, Teen, and Children's programs Board members and...

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