Have you heard the news? Our doors are finally open! Come pick up a book, discover an author, learn something new in one of our programs, connect with an organization you weren't familiar with before, and more!
We have loved welcoming the community back to a refreshed and revitalized space. Our Children's Library has been busy with our youngest readers and teens as they've now launched their summer reading program. Our Adult Literacy Department is back to teaching in the building and offering their labor and literacy lab to help job seekers. And Local History is ready to help you with all of your research needs and is now a proud partner of Revolution NJ. We are also bringing the world’s greatest soccer tournament to the library with special live viewings in the ALD Room.
Whether our doors are open or closed, you can continue to check out books, movies, and more on Libby and Hoopla - free with your Plainfield Library card. Your card grants you 24/7 remote access to these apps and dozens of online databases more at no cost.
Whether you’re joining our summer reading activities or simply enjoying a quiet place to relax, there’s something for everyone at the library this month.
We look forward to seeing you!
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📚 Thank you to everyone who attended our Grand Reopening on Saturday, June 13, 2026! Since reopening our doors, it has been truly exciting to see familiar faces, meet new readers, and launch fresh programs in our improved space.
⏰ If you plan on visiting us soon, please keep in mind the following change:
As the City of Plainfield has not yet approved its annual budget for this year, the Library has had to adjust our operating hours.
We are open:
Monday - Wednesday 9AM - 6:45PM
Thursday & Friday 9AM - 4:45PM
Saturday 11AM - 2:45PM
Adult Literacy classes previously scheduled to occur in the building will continue as planned.
We apologize for this inconvenience and will be sure to update our patrons as soon as we have more information. |
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☀️ On Thursday, June 25th we held our Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration! It was a party full of bubbles, temporary tattoos, reading, dinosaurs, and friends!
📚 If you haven't registered yet - don't fret! You can register online or you can visit our Reading Rainforest for more information. |
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⚽ The world’s greatest soccer tournament is coming to the Plainfield Public Library!
📍Join us for special live viewings in the ALD room. The teams playing are yet to be determined.
❗️Please note that if the match goes past our operating hours, fans will need to find somewhere else to finish the game.
❗️Only Spanish broadcast will be available |
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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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Tuesday, July 28th in Room 5
9:00AM - 1:00PM |
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Wednesday, July 29th
11:00AM - 2:00PM |
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Wednesday, July 29th in Room 5
5:30PM - 6:30PM |
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The July Read is Martyr! by Iranian-American poet Kaveh Akhbar. Martyr! follows a young Persian-American poet as he wrestles with making meaning of one's life, including depression, grief, family history and substance abuse.
While there will be spoilers, it's ok to attend even if you didn't finish the book!
Visit the Circulation Desk for a copy of the book or you can borrow it from another STELLA library.
PLEASE NOTE: the time for the Adult Book Club meetings has changed to 5:30-6:30 due to library hours change.
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Plainfield & New Jersey history, genealogy, memoir writing, and more!
(Click on Flyers For More Information) |
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Thursday, July 9th
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Register by contacting:
or call 908-757-1111 x1400 |
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Saturday, July 18th Via Zoom
10:30AM - 11:30AM
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On June 17th, our Adult Literacy Department proudly held an end of class celebration for students that completed our Northstar Digital Literacy courses taught in Spanish. Congratulations to our instructors, graduates, and their families for this wonderful achievement!
Every success story at our library is made possible through the dedication of our staff, who work together to support our community, and the determination of our students, whose hard work and commitment make these accomplishments possible. We are proud to celebrate each of you and all that you have achieved.
Below is a heartfelt letter from our students:
Dear members of the Plainfield Public Library, City of Plainfield officials, teachers, family members, and friends:
Today, our hearts are filled with joy and gratitude. We would like to express our sincerest thanks to the Plainfield Public Library for opening its doors to the community and giving us the opportunity to learn, grow, and prove that it is never too late to achieve a goal. To our teachers, thank you for your patience, dedication, and for believing in us throughout this journey. Your support helped us move forward and gain confidence in our abilities. To our classmates, thank you for sharing this experience with us, for your encouragement, the memories we created, and the friendships that made this journey even more meaningful. As immigrants, we have faced many challenges and have had to start over more than once. We would also like to recognize and thank the City of Plainfield for supporting educational initiatives that benefit our community. Plainfield is a diverse city full of opportunities, and we truly appreciate its commitment to education, inclusion, and the growth of its residents. This certificate represents our courage, our hard work, and our hope of building a better future for ourselves and our families. Today, we celebrate the fact that, with perseverance and support, dreams really can come true. Thank you once again to our teachers, our fellow students, and everyone who has supported and visited our program.
With gratitude,The Students of the Computer Literacy Program |
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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 5 and under)
Wednesdays, July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
11:00AM - 12:00AM
at Library Park |
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(Ages 5 and under)
Friday, July 17th
11:00AM - 12:00AM
at Library Park
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(Ages 10 - 18)
Thursday, July 2nd
3:00PM - 4:00PM
in the Teen Room |
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(Ages 10 - 18)
Thursday, July 9th
3:00PM - 4:00PM
on Library Steps |
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(Ages 10 - 18)
Thursday, July 16th
3:00PM - 4:30PM
in the ALD Room |
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(Ages 10 -18)
Thursday, July 23rd
3:00PM - 4:00PM
on Library Steps
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Tuesday, July 7th
2:00PM - 3:00PM
on Library Steps
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Friday, July 10th
12:00PM - 1:00PM
in the ALD Room |
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Monday, July 13th
2:00PM - 4:00PM
in the ALD Room |
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Mad Science
Monday, July 20th
3:00PM - 4:00PM
in the ALD Room
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Tuesday, July 21st
2:00PM - 3:00PM
in the Program Room |
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Monday, July 27th
2:00PM - 4:00PM
in the ALD Room |
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Tuesday, July 28th
2:00PM - 3:00PM
in the ALD Room |
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Check out these events being held at the library by outside organizations.
To reserve a space for your own program, please contact our Meeting Room Coordinator. |
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Frontline Arts/The Printmaking Center of New Jersey
Tuesdays, July 14 & 21
3:00PM - 6:00PM
in Room 2 |
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The People's Organization For Progress
Saturday, July 18th
12:00PM - 2:00PM
in the ALD Room |
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How Can We Help❓
Our community is stronger together.
Our new social work programs can only succeed with your help.
Please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your participation will help determine our priorities to better serve you.
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Schedule a meeting with our library's Social Work Intern and get advice on what assistance exists to help you meet your goals.
You can also book appointments by calling the library at 908-757-1111 ext.1501.
Walk-ins are also available on a first come first serve basis.
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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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Follow Us On Social Media So You Never Miss A Thing! |
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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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