Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 2/12
McMillan Room (combined A&B) at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Program Type: Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 2/13
McMillan Room (combined A&B) at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Program Type: Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 2/14
McMillan Room (combined A&B) at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Program Type: Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

All Day 2/15
McMillan Room (combined A&B) at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Program Type: Book Sale

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.

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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. 

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.

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Easter.

Diaper Drive at PGTPL

All Day 4/6–4/30
Children
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Donate diapers at the library all month! Donated diapers will be contributed to the Hendricks County Health Department's diaper bank to distribute to families in Hendricks County.

AARP Tax-Aide

9:00am–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Purpose of Meeting

Tax-Aide volunteers will be using PGTPL meeting rooms for client appointments. Call 317-839-6602 ext 2 to schedule an appointment. 

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.


 

Baby Cafe: Lapsit Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children, Babies
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come meet other parents and caregivers while enjoying a lapsit storytime with your baby, 0-18 months!

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.

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.


 

Teen Cuisine: Fruit Salsa

3:15pm–4:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking/Food/Drink
Event Details:

Create a bright and tasty fruit salsa using simple ingredients.

 

 

Directed Drawing

5:00pm–5:30pm
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
Event Details:

Calling all junior artists! Join us for a step-by-step drawing instruction!

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.


 

Paper Crafts: Rainbow Spinners

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 use simple supplies to make mesmerizing paper spinners.

 

 

Make it: Recycled Castle Building

4:45pm–5:30pm
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
Event Details:

Reuse material and develop your creative skills! Join us to build your own castle to take home with you.

AARP Tax-Aide

9:00am–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: McMillan Room (combined A&B)
Purpose of Meeting

Tax-Aide volunteers will be using PGTPL meeting rooms for client appointments. Call 317-839-6602 ext 2 to schedule an appointment. 

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.


 

Homeschool: Growing into Spring

2:00pm–2:30pm
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, Home and Garden, Homeschool
Event Details:

Homeschool families: Join us for a fun activity to welcome spring! Decorate a small clay pot and plant a seed to take home and grow.

Teens Craft: Painted Birdhouses

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:

Decorate a colorful, hand-painted birdhouse for your yard or windowsill.

 

 

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.

STEM Challenge: Bounce Science

3:15pm–4:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Event Details:

They're quick, bouncy, and fun! Learn how to make a bouncy ball with science!

 

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.


 

Dungeon Drop-In

3:15pm–4:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games and Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for a mini campaign! Choose a premade character or bring your own! No experience necessary.

 

 

Pollinator Party

6:00pm–6:30pm
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:

Celebrate spring with fun activities inspired by pollinators! Kids can explore simple crafts and activities that highlight how pollinators and plants in nature work together.