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Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children, Families
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for special Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Best for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. 

Cover of The Color of Water by James McBride, along with a graphic of people discussing books and the text Plainfield Public Library Adult Book Club

Adult Book Club: The Color Of Water

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Book club is tentatively scheduled at the Plainfield Performing Art Center, 724 Park Avenue in Plainfield, for January (due to library construction). Check this site for any updates.

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children, Families
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Ideal for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

The New Jersey Black Heritage Trail

The New Jersey Black Heritage Trail, with the NJ Historical Commission

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual Programming at Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Come learn about New Jersey's Black History with the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail!

Langston Hughes Storytime

Langston Hughes Storytime and Craft at Cindelle's Bookstore

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Families, Tweens
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Families, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

The Plainfield Public Library invites you to Cindelle’s Bookstore for a Black History Month program honoring Langston Hughes with stories and crafting fun.

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children, Families
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Ideal for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

STEAM with Ms. Tee

STEAM with Ms. Tee: Snow in a Jar

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site

Age Group:

Children, Families, Tweens
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Families, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a storytime and learn how to create your own snow storm too! 

Únete a nosotros para una sesión de cuentos y aprende también a crear tu propia tormenta de nieve!

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children, Families
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Ideal for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

Black History Month Trivia

Black History Month Trivia

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Off Site

Age Group:

Children, Families, Tweens
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Families, Tweens
Event Details:

Open for those who love to learn and those who want to put their knowledge to the test! Ages 5-13

Abierto para quienes les encanta aprender y para quienes quieren poner a prueba sus conocimientos!

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies, Children, Families
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Children, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories. Ideal for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers.

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Langston Hughes Storytime and Craft at Cindelle's Bookstore

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Families, Tweens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Families, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

The Plainfield Public Library invites you to Cindelle’s Bookstore for a Black History Month program honoring Langston Hughes with stories and crafting fun.

Valentine's Day Crafts at The Drake House

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Families, Tweens
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Families, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Plainfield Public Library! Join Ms. Mary Lou & friends for a cheerful afternoon of creative holiday-themed crafts.