South Plainfield Public Library

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South Plainfield Public Library
2484 Plainfield Ave.
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
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Fri: 10:00am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Featured Events

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Monday ESL Conversation Group

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

ESL

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: ESL

film reel and popcorn

Monday Night Movie: Wicked: For Good

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movies

Event Details:

Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz's silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows a

crochet

Learn to Crochet

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Reading Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Main Reading Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Adults and teenagers over 14, whether beginners or experienced, are welcome. If you are a beginner, you will learn to make a scarf. Contact Ms. Charlene at the front desk or at cvarry@southplainfield.lib.nj.us to find out what supplies to bring.

crochet

Crochet for Adults

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Reading Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Main Reading Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

This series is open to all- from beginners who want to learn to those who want to come to sit with others while they work.

film reel and popcorn

Wednesday Afternoon Movie: Wicked: For Good

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movies

Event Details:

Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz's silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows a

wills

Wills and Trusts Made Simple

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Financial & Legal

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Financial & Legal

Registration Required

Event Details:

In this program, David Stanley of Association of Financial Consultants will provide an overview of estate planning will be discussed: from succession documents like wills and trusts to nursing home asset protection and funeral planning.

Babytime

Baby Time

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Babies

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Babies

Program Type: Storytimes

wills

Wills and Trusts Made Simple

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:45pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Financial & Legal

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Financial & Legal

Registration Required

Event Details:

*There will be 2 presentations given during this time, one in the afternoon (2:30pm) and one in the evening (6pm)* You can come to whichever one you prefer.*

Babytime

Baby Time

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Babies

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Babies

Program Type: Storytimes

Babysitting Certification Course

Babysitting Safety and CPR Course

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Registration Required

Event Details:

BABYSITTING & CPR CERTIFICATION (certification good for 2 years)

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Time	Sun (3/29)	Mon (3/30)	Tue (3/31)	Wed (4/01)	Thu (4/02)	Fri (4/03)	Sat (4/04)
All Day						Closing Good Friday and Easter All Day 4/3–4/5 Branches: South Plainfield Public Library Description: The library will be closed for Good Friday and Easter
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Monday ESL Conversation Group 10:30am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Do you want a chance to practice speaking English? Join our groups for a friendly, fun, informal way to build your conversation skills. Come to either session or come to both!	This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Babies, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes Join in for stories, songs, and a special craft for ages 2-4. Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills. Toddler Time is designed for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce toddlers to books and libraries in a positive way. This program runs 25 - 35 minutes and includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, short books, and a craft. Caregivers should remain in the storyroom and are encouraged to join in the activities. No cell phones please! Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.	This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:15am Babies, Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Children" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes Join in for stories, songs, and a special craft for ages 2-4. Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills. Toddler Time is designed for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce toddlers to books and libraries in a positive way. This program runs 25 - 35 minutes and includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, short books, and a craft. Caregivers should remain in the storyroom and are encouraged to join in the activities. No cell phones please! Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.	This event is in the "Babies" group Baby Time 10:30am–11:15am Babies This event is in the "Babies" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies Program Type: Storytimes Songs, fingerplays and other language-building activities, and BUBBLES! For children ages 23 months and under and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce babies to the library in a positive way. This is a lapsit program followed by play and socialization time. No cell phones please! Simultaneously livestreamed on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/southplainfieldlibrary/ Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Wednesday Afternoon Movie: Now You See Me, Now You Don't 1:00pm–3:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: The Four Horsemen return along with a new generation of illusionists performing mind-melding twists, turns, surprises, and magic unlike anything ever captured on film.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Glam by Tam’s Glam Course 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Waitlist Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: The class will cover: • eye brow structure
3 pm		Inclusive Playtime 3:00pm–4:30pm Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Event Details: Join Ms. Mija as she shares some special activities designed to engage children and encourage them to grow and learn! Build with blocks, play with paints, and maybe make a new friend or two!	This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Craft, Chat and Chill: Clean Out the Craft Closet 3:00pm–4:30pm Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Event Details: HELP MS. JESS MAKE ROOM FOR NEW SUPPLIES BY WORKING ON A PAST PROJECT OR USING UP SOME ODDS AND ENDS TO CREATE SOMETHING NEW! Open to students ages 11+
4 pm
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Monday Night Movie: Now You See Me, Now You Don't 5:30pm–7:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: The Four Horsemen return along with a new generation of illusionists performing mind-melding twists, turns, surprises, and magic unlike anything ever captured on film.
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Learn to Crochet 6:15pm–7:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Main Reading Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Adults and teenagers over 14, whether beginners or experienced, are welcome. If you are a beginner, you will learn to make a scarf. Contact Ms. Charlene at the front desk or at cvarry@southplainfield.lib.nj.us to find out what supplies to bring.	This event is in the "Adults" group Crochet for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Main Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: This series is open to all- from beginners who want to learn to those who want to come to sit with others while they work. This event is in the "Adults" group Glam by Tam’s Glam Course 6:00pm–7:45pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: The class will cover: • eye brow structure