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Military Monday

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join local historian Ron Prichard as we discuss the cavalry battles of the third day of the Battle of Gettysburg. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy and Family History
Event Details:

Finding birth and death information can be difficult, particularly if your ancestor lived before government-issued vital records were mandatory.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Anyone Can Cook!

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking/Food/Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks! Join Jackie Davis, cooking enthusiast, for a hands-on experience to make some simple, but delicious, recipes. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crafty Crew: Artful Vases

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a fun and simple project with other crafty folk! This session, we'll be making artful vases. Materials are provided and registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Seeds of Creativity: Woven Bookmarks

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make a simple woven bookmark in this class with local expert craftsperson and artisan, CaroleMakes. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Seeds of Creativity: Hobby Tryout

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Workshop
Event Details:

Want to try diamond painting, or are you interested in macramé? Try a variety of small craft projects to find your new favorite hobby!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Events in American History

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join local historian Ron Prichard as we discuss the Wounded Knee Massacre.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Medicare 101

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Health & Wellness, Personal Finance/Budgeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the ins and outs of Medicare with Helee Adkins, Medicare Specialist. Become informed and empowered to personalize your Medicare coverage to your needs. Caregivers welcome! Registration Required.

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

History Come to Life

12:00pm–3:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults, Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Books On Tap

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Spring storms are brewing! Join us at Brew Link Brewpub to discuss a book of your choice with a stormy cover or title. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Consumer Protection

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Personal Finance/Budgeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to protect yourself from fraud and scams in this presentation from the Office of the Indiana Attorney General. Registration is suggested.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy and Family History
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon with Ron Darrah of the Indiana Genealogical Society for his presentation, "An Indianapolis Tail Gunner in World War 2".

 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Anyone Can Cook!

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking/Food/Drink
Registration Required
Event Details:

Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks! Join Jackie Davis, cooking enthusiast, for a hands-on experience to make some simple, but delicious, recipes. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Military Monday

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join local historian Ron Prichard as we discuss the military career of George Meade.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Crafty Crew: Blooming Letters

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a fun and simple project with other crafty folk! This session, we'll be making blooming letters. Materials are provided and registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Dementia Friends

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Between friends, family, and neighbors, we all know someone with a dementia-related disease like Alzheimer's. Learn how to support them in this class from the Hendricks County Senior Services. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Cruise Into Your Next Adventure

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Travel
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to choose the right cruise for you! Jenifer Laver, local Travel Specialist, will detail the unique features of different cruise lines, hassle-free strategies to explore multiple destinations, and more in this presentation.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Events in American History

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join local historian Ron Prichard as we discuss the Great Fire of 1910 and its impact.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Grow Again: Milk Jug Seeding

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Home and Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Would you like to start your garden early? Learn how to sow seeds in milk jugs with Master Gardener Kathe Rae. Registration is suggested.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Plant Sale Fundraiser

All Day 4/24–4/26
Adults, Seniors, Family
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: The Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Family
Program Type: Book Sale, Home and Garden
Event Details:

Come support the Plainfield-Friends of the Library at the 2026 Plant Sale Fundraiser! Select from a variety of plants and earn raffle tickets for prizes. Proceeds will support library programming and events.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Books On Tap

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Choose a book with a character or author who shares your name, then join us at Brew Link Brewpub to discuss your selection.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Anyone Can Cook!

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking/Food/Drink
Registration Required
Event Details:

Perfect for both beginners and exploring cooks! Join Jackie Davis, cooking enthusiast, for a hands-on experience to make some simple, but delicious, recipes. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Military Monday

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join local historian Ron Prichard as we discuss the Confederate retreat from Gettysburg towards the Potomac River.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy and Family History
Event Details:

After the transcontinental railroad was completed, migrant “intinerant” laborers traveled and worked across the central portion of the US, their manpower fueling the country's industrial growth.