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Military Monday

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

This month at our military history discussion group, we'll discuss the military careers of George Armstrong Custer and J. E. B. Stuart. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cosmic Taste Test

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Events in American History

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Cancelled
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 "School Age" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Ancient Civilizations: Mandala Art

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, Class/Lecture, Culture and Heritage, History
Event Details:

Join us to make your own colorful mandala windchime and learn about the origin of mandalas!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Room: West Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/ Crafts/ Hobbies, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stamps and seals have existed for thousands of years, likely beginning in Mesopotamia. Try your hand at this ancient artform and make a simple rubber stamp to take home. Registration required. 

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 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 "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 cavalry battles of the third day of the Battle of Gettysburg. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Local History for Homeschoolers

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: Genealogy and Family History, Guided Tour, History, Homeschool
Event Details:

Homeschool Families: Join us for a tour of the Indiana Room and special archives, learn about the history of Plainfield and the library, and discover resources to help you research Indiana history or your family's roots!

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 "School Age" group
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

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

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

Plainfield Historic Home Tour

1:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Offsite Event
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.

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

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 Theodore Roosevelt and the voyage of the Great White Fleet.