Plainfield Public Library

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800 Park Ave
Plainfield, NJ 07060
Founded in 1881, Plainfield Public Library provides resources for the informational, educational and recreational needs of residents in the community . The library houses over 200,000 volumes and employs a staff of more than 40 employees. In addition to having a large book and video collection, the library serves as a meeting place, as well as distribution point for information about community events and services. Plainfield Public Library has a computer learning center for children. The library also offers homebound book delivery and services to small businesses. Its basic services are funded by the city of Plainfield , N.J. The library also receives grants from private and government agencies to upgrade and enhance its services. Plainfield Public Library is located in Plainfield, N.J.

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4.08 reviews
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Raj S.
3/5/2025

Good library . One of the libraries in central NJ area. There are other libraries in Edison , Piscataway but I like this one better . Librarian is very polite and helps very well. Location wise...

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Nai S.
5/13/2024

Please get the lady at the very front desk a new personality. She is borderline rude and doesn't greet customers with a smile or hello. She kept my license, called as I was on my.way back and...

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Freddy S.
1/13/2024

During my recent visit to the Plainfield Public Library, I encountered a diverse range of service experiences. Regrettably, Andrew declined to renew my guest pass because I didn't have a library...

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S. E.
12/30/2023

Excellent staff - local history department has great knowledge of Plainfield's long history and has decent collection of local area history

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Sean H.
9/16/2011

A gem in the Queen City. Great collection and helpful staff. Very comfortable seating and free WiFi. Unfortunately, like so many other libraries, this one suffers from patrons that don't...

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