This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Teens Craft: Nebula Jars 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Teens Craft: Nebula Jars 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies Event Details: Use paint and cotton balls to create your own nebula in a jar!Image from Canva
This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Cosmic Adventures: Oil Pastel Auroras 5:00pm–6:00pm School Age, Children This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 14 2026 Wed Cosmic Adventures: Oil Pastel Auroras 5:00pm–6:00pm 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 Event Details: Create your own aurora borealis with oil pastels and learn the science behind this exciting phenomenon!
This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu STEAM Station 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Cosplay Crafts: Cosmic Crystals 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Cosplay Crafts: Cosmic Crystals 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies Event Details: Make your own shimmering crystals, perfect for adding a cosmic touch to any cosplay. Image from Canva
Jan 15 2026 Thu Firefly Children & Family Alliance Parenting Class 5:30pm–7:30pm Jan 15 2026 Thu Firefly Children & Family Alliance Parenting Class 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: West Meeting Room
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Cosmic Taste Test 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Cosmic Taste Test 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: McMillan A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Cooking/Food/Drink, History Registration Required Event Details: Get a taste of Outer Space! Join us to sample a variety of foods inspired by astronauts' diets throughout history. Registration is suggested.
This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Storytime Steps 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 16 2026 Fri 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Paper Crafts: Bubble Galaxy 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 16 2026 Fri Paper Crafts: Bubble Galaxy 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies Event Details: No telescope? No problem! Join us in Teen Central and create your own galactic images.Image from Canva
This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Family Movie Matinee 2:00pm–4:00pm School Age, Children This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat 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.
Jan 19 2026 Mon Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Branches: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Description: The Library is closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Music and Movement 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 20 2026 Tue STEM Challenge: Kaleidoscopes 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 20 2026 Tue STEM Challenge: Kaleidoscopes 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Event Details: Join us in Teen Central to learn how to craft a kaleidoscope and create a range of colors that are all your own.Image from Canva
This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Kid Librarian 5:00pm–6:00pm School Age, Children Registration Required This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Kid Librarian 5:00pm–6:00pm School Age, Children 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Events in American History 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults, Seniors Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Cancelled 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 us for our American history discussion series! This month, we'll discuss the Homestead Acts and their effects on American settlement.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Amazing Artists 10:00am–10:30am Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Jan 21 2026 Wed 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Teen Crochet Club 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Teen Crochet Club 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies Event Details: Learn how to crochet or bring your own project to work on. Hang out, get creative, and stitch with other teens! Image from Canva
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Tiny Tinkerers 10:00am–10:30am Children, Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Jan 22 2026 Thu 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Teens Craft: Yarn Sketch 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Teens Craft: Yarn Sketch 3:15pm–4:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: Teen Central Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies Event Details: Join us in Teen Central to learn how to draw an image using yarn!Image from Canva
This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Test It: Float Your Boat 5:00pm–5:30pm School Age, Children This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Test It: Float Your Boat 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: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Event Details: Explore basic physics as you design and build a simple boat, then test how much it can hold and how long it will float!
This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Storytime Steps 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Life with Littles 10:00am–11:00am Children, Adults This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 24 2026 Sat 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.
This event is in the "All ages" group Jan 24 2026 Sat In the Gallery: The Basement Brushers 2:00pm–4:00pm All ages This event is in the "All ages" group Jan 24 2026 Sat In the Gallery: The Basement Brushers 2:00pm–4:00pm All ages Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: The Gallery Age Group: All ages Program Type: Art Gallery Event Details: The library is delighted to announce its first gallery exhibition of 2026, featuring the work of professional artist Libby Givan Whipple alongside the talented artist collective The Basement Brushers.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 - 30 2026 Children's Puzzle Swap Drop-Off All Day 1/26–1/30 Children This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 - 30 2026 Children's Puzzle Swap Drop-Off All Day 1/26–1/30 Children Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library Room: The Children's Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Swap/Exchange Event Details: Donate new or gently used puzzles for kids during the week of January 26. Attend the event on Saturday, January 31 to pick out a new-to-you puzzle. You can donate, or pick out new puzzles, or both!
This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Tiny Tinkerers 10:00am–10:30am Babies, Preschoolers, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Preschoolers" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon 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.
