We’re excited for all that 2026 will bring as we begin a brand-new year full of stories, learning, and discovery. Whether your goal is to read more, try a new genre, enjoy the works of a new author, or spend a little extra time exploring all you library card has to offer, we’re here to help you get started.
Your Plainfield Library card grants you access to more than 50 online databases, where you can access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, research tools, and more - all from the comfort of home. Want to get out of the house? We will share events being held in our community that will keep you connected, informed, and engaged on our social media. Follow us there so you never miss an update.
Thank you for being part of our library community! Keep scrolling to see some of the exciting events and programs we have scheduled for 2026.
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Come enjoy all that the library has to offer! We have classes and programming for everyone of any age! (Click on Flyers For More Information) |
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Wednesday, January 28th at the PPAC
724 Park Ave.
7:00PM - 8:30PM |
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James McBride, journalist, musician, and son, explores his mother's past, as well as his own upbringing and heritage, in a poignant and powerful debut, The Color Of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother.
Please call our Circulation Department at 908-757-1111 ext.1800 to schedule a time to pickup your free copy from the library or you can borrow it from another STELLA library.
It's ok to attend even if you didn't finish the book!
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Plainfield & New Jersey history, genealogy, memoir writing, and more!
(Click on Flyers For More Information) |
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Thursday, January 8th Via Zoom
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Register by contacting:
or call 908-757-1111 x1400 |
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Saturday, January 10th Via Zoom 10:30AM - 11:30AM
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There is never a shortage of fun in our Youth Services Department! Read below for a sneak peek! (Click on Flyers For More Information) |
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(Ages 4 and under)
Wednesdays, January 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th
11:00AM - 11:45AM
at Cindelle's Bookstore |
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Thursday, January 15th
3:00PM - 4:00PM
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2025 Plainfield Library Wrapped!
From our most-loved books to busy programs and new beginnings, take a peek at what we read and accomplished in 2025.
Thank you for reading, learning, and showing up for your library this year.
We can’t wait to see what awaits us in 2026!
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Get the most out of your library card!
Whether you want a cozy night in with a classic film on Kanopy, commit to finally learning Spanish on Mango, scroll through your favorite entertainment magazine on Libby, or revisit an old favorite book on Hoopla, your library card grants you access to online databases that can help keep you relaxed, entertained, and informed at no cost. |
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Happy New Year!
Need a little motivation to accomplish your new year resolution? Try these books to get you focused and inspired.
Scroll through our catalog on STELLA and place a hold on the books you need to make this your year.
Even though we are closed this month, you can still get books by using our curbside pickup service. |
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Big things are coming to our library!
We’re excited for our upcoming renovations that will greatly improve our library. Get ready for fresh spaces, modern designs, and new features that will make your reading, learning, and community experiences even better.
In order to bring this vision to life, we have been closed since
Monday, October 13 with a reopening date that is yet to be announced.
Check our website for updates. |
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Book pick-up currently available at the Plainfield Public Library!
The process is simple:
- Find the book you want on STELLA and place it on hold
- Arrange a Pick-Up Time with our Circulation Staff
- Come to the library and call us
Enjoy and Return! It's that easy!
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For general information, please contact the Reference Department.
For department-specific information, you can contact the relevant departments at their extension numbers:
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Donate to the Plainfield Public Library
The Library needs your help!
To make a donation online via Paypal, please click on the "Donate" button below. For more information or to contact the Administration office, call 908-757-2305.
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