Friends of the Plainfield Library

08/17/2026

📚 Friends of the Plainfield Area Public Library Meeting 📚

Join us for our next Friends meeting on Tuesday, August 18 at 6:00 PM!

📍 Nabby’s
14802 Michigan St.
Plainfield, IL 60544

Come join fellow library supporters as we gather, share ideas, and talk about upcoming Friends activities and ways we can continue supporting the Plainfield Area Public Library. 💙📖

Whether you’re a longtime Friend or interested in learning more about getting involved, we’d love to see you!

🍽️ Come for the library talk, stay for the good company!

08/13/2026

Unfortunately, due to the power outage, we have to cancel today's preview sale for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. Tomorrow's sale will depend on if our power is restored; we will post by 9:00 AM if we are able to hold it. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

08/07/2026

Please register blelow to volunteer to help with the Book Sale.
https://form.jotform.com/262177221718053

07/20/2026

Thank you for your support! Donations Accepted
Please consider donating used books, games, puzzles, and movies to the Used Book Sale hosted by the Friends of the Plainfield Public Library. All of the proceeds are used to fund programs and items for the library.

07/20/2026

📚 Join the Plainfield Friends of the Library on Tuesday, July 21, at 6:00 PM at Nabby's on Route 59 to plan for our August Used Book Sale—one of our biggest events of the year!

Whether you're a longtime member or just interested in supporting the library, we'd love to have you join us. Your ideas, enthusiasm, and helping hands make a difference!

📍 Nabby's, 14802 Michigan St., Plainfield, IL
🕕 Tuesday, July 21 | 6:00 PM

See you there! 📖💙

07/08/2026

📚 The Friends of the Plainfield Area Public Library Book Sale is Almost Here! 📚

Calling all book lovers! Whether you're searching for your next favorite novel, books for the kids, puzzles, DVDs, or hidden literary treasures, you'll find amazing bargains while supporting your library.

🗓 Book Donation Days
Monday, August 10 – Wednesday, August 12
Bring your gently used books during Library hours to help make this year's sale a success.

⭐ Friends Preview Sale
Thursday, August 13
Enjoy early access to the best selection before the sale opens to the public.

📖 Public Book Sale
Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15

Every purchase helps the Friends of the Plainfield Area Public Library support library programs, services, and special events that benefit our entire community.

Mark your calendars, invite your fellow book lovers, and come discover your next great read—all while supporting your local library!

Learn more about donation guidelines, sale hours, and event details here: https://papl.info/booksale/

06/27/2026

Thank you to Friends of the Plainfield Library for generously helping fund this adorable potting shed for the Youth Services play area! The kids are loving it! 🌻

05/15/2026

Don't forget, the next meeting of the Friends of the Plainfield Area Public Library is Tuesday May 19th at 6pm. We'll meet in the upper level large meeting room. Hope to see everyone there.

04/20/2026

What's the best way to celebrate National Library Week?
Visit the library and sign up for a card.

04/19/2026

What's better than buying books? Buying books and helping the library at the same time.

From April 23 to April 29, when you treat yourself at Anderson's Bookshop, you'll also be treating us! Mention us at checkout in store or online and we'll get 20% of your purchase. And it's not just books-- shop the toy shop, too! It's the perfect way to celebrate .

Don't need anything for yourself? Consider buying from our Community Wishlist: andersonsbookshop.com/wishlist/2080043013635953