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Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Front Parking Lot at Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Healthcare, Outreach

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Front Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Healthcare, Outreach
Event Details:

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van will offer a wide range of screenings and assessments including:

Cover of A Good Day for Chardonnay by Darynda Jones, along with a picture of people discussing books and the text Plainfield Public Library Adult Book Club

Adult Book Club at DuCret Center of Art

Wednesday, March 25, 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:

Since the library building is closed for construction, the book club will be meeting at DuCret School of Art, 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield NJ. Watch this space for any date or location change.

Free Tax Help with UnitedWay at the Plainfield Senior Citizens Center

Community Outreach: The Plainfield Senior Citizens Center

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Outreach

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Outreach
Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore for April

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore for April

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

Upcycling: Tshirt Bag Make & Paint

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Steps (College Place) at Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

Families, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Library Steps (College Place)
Age Group: Families, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

April 16 is Upcycling Day in New Jersey. And what better way to get ready for Spring and Earth Day to make yourself a new-to-you, upcycled tote bag.

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore for April

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

April Crafts at the Drake House

April Crafts at The Drake House

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Come join Ms. Mary Lou and friends at the Drake House. Enjoy a cheerful afternoon of crafting and fun! Ages 3-13

Scaling the 1870 Brick Wall: African American Genealogy text in front of an image of a broken brick wall with a tree growing in front of that

Scaling the 1870 Brick Wall: African American Genealogy

Saturday, April 18, 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:

For many, researching before 1870 is a hurdle in African American research. Learn about sources and strategies to trace ancestors back into the Antebellum Era.

Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore for April

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Off Site

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

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Closed for Construction

All Day 10/13–4/13
Closing
Branches:
Plainfield Public Library
Description:

Announcing Extended Building Closure from Monday, October 13th until mid-April (TBD).

Labor & Literacy Lab @ South Plainfield Public Library

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Literacy, Computer Class
Event Details:

Our Labor and Literacy Lab staff is committed to providing the support you need to reach your employment and educational goals.

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van

11:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Front Parking Lot
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Front Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Healthcare, Outreach
Event Details:

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van will offer a wide range of screenings and assessments including:

Labor & Literacy Lab @ South Plainfield Public Library

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Literacy, Computer Class
Event Details:

Our Labor and Literacy Lab staff is committed to providing the support you need to reach your employment and educational goals.

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Disfruta de canciones, rimas y cuentos. Ideal para niños de 0 a 4 años y sus cuidadores.

Adult Book Club at DuCret Center of Art

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Since the library building is closed for construction, the book club will be meeting at DuCret School of Art, 1030 Central Avenue, Plainfield NJ. Watch this space for any date or location change.

Community Outreach: The Plainfield Senior Citizens Center

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Outreach

Disclaimer(s)

Community Event

This event is not sponsored by the Library and is posted on our calendar for informational purposes only. Please contact the program host for more information. The Library does not endorse or condone activities that may occur at a non-library event.

Labor & Literacy Lab @ South Plainfield Public Library

11:00am–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: En Espanol (In Spanish), Literacy, Computer Class
Event Details:

Our Labor and Literacy Lab staff is committed to providing the support you need to reach your employment and educational goals.

Community Outreach: National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (Candle-Making Class)

12:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

In honor of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Iris House, in partnership with I Adore You Ministries, will be hosting a free candle‑making class!

Disclaimer(s)

Community Event

This event is not sponsored by the Library and is posted on our calendar for informational purposes only. Please contact the program host for more information. The Library does not endorse or condone activities that may occur at a non-library event.

Labor & Literacy Lab @ South Plainfield Public Library

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Literacy, Computer Class
Event Details:

Our Labor and Literacy Lab staff is committed to providing the support you need to reach your employment and educational goals.

Labor & Literacy Lab @ South Plainfield Public Library

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Literacy, Computer Class
Event Details:

Our Labor and Literacy Lab staff is committed to providing the support you need to reach your employment and educational goals.

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Good Friday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Plainfield Public Library

Easter Saturday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Plainfield Public Library

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van

11:00am–2:00pm
Everyone
Front Parking Lot
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Front Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Healthcare, Outreach
Event Details:

Hackensack Meridian Health: Community Wellness Van will offer a wide range of screenings and assessments including:

Memoir Writing Club via Zoom

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Virtual Programming
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Second Thursday of the month 10:30AM to 12PM. Currently, this is a ZOOM ONLY meeting.

Join us for our monthly club meeting. Members write about & discuss a special topic each month. 

Upcycling: Tshirt Bag Make & Paint

3:00pm–5:00pm
Families, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Steps (College Place)
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Library Steps (College Place)
Age Group: Families, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

April 16 is Upcycling Day in New Jersey. And what better way to get ready for Spring and Earth Day to make yourself a new-to-you, upcycled tote bag.

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

April 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 join Ms. Mary Lou and friends at the Drake House. Enjoy a cheerful afternoon of crafting and fun! Ages 3-13

Scaling the 1870 Brick Wall: African American Genealogy

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Virtual Programming
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Public Library
Room: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

For many, researching before 1870 is a hurdle in African American research. Learn about sources and strategies to trace ancestors back into the Antebellum Era.

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime at Cindelle's Bookstore

11:00am–11:45am
Babies, Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Community Outreach: Month of the Young Child (MOYC) Family Fun Fair at PHS

4:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

The Plainfield Public Schools Division of Early Childhood is hosting their annual Month of the Young Child (MOYC) Family Fun Fair on Thursday, April 30, 2026.

Disclaimer(s)

Community Event

This event is not sponsored by the Library and is posted on our calendar for informational purposes only. Please contact the program host for more information. The Library does not endorse or condone activities that may occur at a non-library event.