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Business and market research with ReferenceUSA

Whether you're creating a marketing plan, conducting competitive analysis, or trying to locate information on businesses nationwide, ReferenceUSA can help! ReferenceUSA is a premier source for business and residential information, with real-time access to more than 44 million businesses, 270 million consumers, and more for reference and research. You can access ReferenceUSA from home or on […]

Multi-Library Geocaching Competition

June 1 to August 15 If you want to get out of the house with your family while maintaining physical distancing, try the 2020 Multi-Library Geocaching Competition. The Plainfield Public Library is one of 25 libraries participating. They have modified the program due to Covid-19, so even if you have participated in previous years, it […]

Are you interested in becoming a Library Trustee?

Library Board nominating petitions will be available starting on September 22, 2020. Nominating petition forms for the April 6, 2021 library board election in the Plainfield Public Library District will be available beginning Tuesday, September 22, between 10 AM and 5 PM in the Library's Business office, 15025 S. Illinois St. Completed petitions must be […]

Library Update:
COVID-19

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 […]

Handmade Holiday Market
Saturday, November 26

  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 […]

Illinois Street Construction Update

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 […]

Blue Jeans for the Homeless Collection Drive

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 […]

Download our library app

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 […]

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