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Plainfield Library Collects Food for Fines, Hosts Book Giveaway

On Wednesday, April 23, Plainfield Public Library volunteers will spread the joy and love of reading by giving out free paperbacks for World Book Night.

Residents should keep an eye out for Plainfield library staff and volunteers distributing books at locations throughout the Plainfield area Wednesday evening. Click here for a list of books being handed out.

Food for Fines a success

Library staff also reported that during National Library Week last week, the Plainfield branch collected an amazing 2,253.9 pounds of food in exchange for forgiving $2,630.56 in fines.

More than $200 in cash donations were also contributed to the cause.


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