Upcoming Events

Featured Events

History Come to Life

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
McMillan Room (combined A&B) at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Culture and Heritage, History, Performance

Age Group:

School Age, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

What was life like in 1700's Indiana? As part of our year-long celebration of the 250th signing of the Declaration of Independence, immerse yourself and speak with traders, militar...

Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Culture and Heritage, History, Performance
Event Details:

What was life like in 1700's Indiana? As part of our year-long celebration of the 250th signing of the Declaration of Independence, immerse yourself and speak with traders, military personnel, and more in this interactive experience.

Indianapolis Opera Presents: Sing Me a Story

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
The Children's Room at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Music and Dance, Performance

Age Group:

Children

Event Details:

Join us for a free performance from the Indianapolis Opera! Camilla Paints the Town, features classic opera music and encourages learning about important topics like overcoming fea...

Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: The Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music and Dance, Performance
Event Details:

Join us for a free performance from the Indianapolis Opera! Camilla Paints the Town, features classic opera music and encourages learning about important topics like overcoming fears, acceptance, and making new friends.

Plainfield's Carnegie Library building

Plainfield Historic Home Tour

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Genealogy and Family History, Guided Tour, History

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

This self-guided tour will offer a look at five intriguing structures in Plainfield, Indiana. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the Information Desk at the library or online....

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy and Family History, Guided Tour, History
Event Details:

This self-guided tour will offer a look at five intriguing structures in Plainfield, Indiana. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the Information Desk at the library or online.

Children's Summer Reading Club Kickoff

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Children's Room at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Literacy, Party

Age Group:

Children

Event Details:

Unearth your Summer Reading Club story! Children birth - 5th grade can register, pick up reading logs, enjoy activities, and more!

Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: The Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Literacy, Party
Event Details:

Unearth your Summer Reading Club story! Children birth - 5th grade can register, pick up reading logs, enjoy activities, and more!

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Kid Librarian

5:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: The Children's Room
Age Group: School Age, Children
Program Type: Guided Tour, Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to get an inside scoop at the library or practice being a librarian for a day? Register every child who wants to attend a behind-the-scenes tour or make their own display! 

Amazing Artists

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Tiny Tinkerers

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Baby and Toddler Dance Party

4:30pm–5:00pm
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Music and Dance
Event Details:

Bring your young child and your dancing feet and bop along to kid-friendly beats! For children ages 5 and under and their caregivers.

Storytime Steps

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers. 

Family Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
School Age, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: School Age, Children
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a free screening of a family-friendly movie! Ask at the Children's Desk for movie title and information.  

Tiny Tinkerers

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Ancient Civilizations: Writing Workshop

5:00pm–5:30pm
School Age, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: School Age, Children
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Culture and Heritage
Event Details:

Can you write like an Egyptian? Try your hand at writing with symbols from the past!  

STEAM Station

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to young children and their caregivers.

Music and Movement

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Sensory Friendly Storytime

5:00pm–5:30pm
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

All the storytime fun with a sensory-friendly experience! Accommodations will be made to provide less sensory input. 

Amazing Artists

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Storytime Steps

10:00am–10:30am
Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers. 

Life with Littles

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Adults
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join us to discuss parenting topics and share your experiences with other caregivers of young children. We'll provide toys and activities for children to enjoy while parents talk.  

Amazing Artists

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Create, read, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

Tiny Tinkerers

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Make, learn, and share together! This interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skill for young children and their caregivers.

Music Makers

5:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Preschoolers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Preschoolers
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Music and Dance
Event Details:

Join us to learn about basic music skills and make your own instrument to take home! In this session, we'll make a Soup Can Drum.

STEAM Station

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Learn, read, and explore together! This interactive storytime introduces STEAM concepts and early literacy skills to young children and their caregivers.

Propeller-Powered Cars

5:00pm–5:45pm
Children, School Age
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Event Details:

Join us to build your very own propeller powered car! Learn about the science behind propulsion with this hands-on activity. To wrap up the program, we will have a race with our cars!

Music and Movement

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.

First Aid and CPR for Kids

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, School Age
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Introduce young children to CPR and First Aid skills in this special program led by Hendrick's Health for Humanity chapter!

Storytime Steps

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Move and groove with us! Each session combines stories and movement activities for young children and their caregivers.

Paws to Read

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, School Age
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice your reading with a trained therapy dog! Please register for this event online. When you arrive for the program, each child will be assigned a 15-minute slot between 11a-12p. 

Music and Movement

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, move, and enjoy together! This interactive storytime focuses on music and early literacy skills for young children and their caregivers.