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Masks are now required inside the Plainfield Public Library.  In accordance with the guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Library will require all employees and visitors to wear a face covering regardless of vaccination status.  The health and safety of our staff […]

  Come inside the Library and escape the cold during the holiday festivities in Downtown Plainfield on Saturday, November 26. Stroll through the Library from 5 to 8 pm and shop over 30 vendors who specialize in handmade gifts, treats and decor.  Admission is FREE!   We are very excited to welcome the following vendors […]

At this time, we are open during construction. Please use caution when accessing our building and parking lot from Illinois Street. For your safety and convenience please utilize the parking lot entrances off Route 59 and Lockport Street.  Sidewalks may be inaccessible at some points during the process. We will post signs redirecting you to […]

The Library is once again a collection site for Blue Jeans for the Homeless throughout the month of January.  New or gently used, adult-sized jeans and new packages of socks and underwear are being collected. The greatest need is adult men's blue jeans! NEW THIS YEAR! We are also collecting non-perishable food items for the […]

Connect with the Library using our app! Search "Plainfield Public Library" in your app store to have the Library accessible right at your fingertips. Some of the many features include: Check out materials right from your phone for convenient, contactless service. Discover books, music and movies and place holds. Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines and more […]