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(Off-site) Pumpkin Storytime

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Outside at Plainfield Township Administration Building
Program Type:
Around Town, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children

For ages 3 to 5 with caregiver. Join us near the Community Garden plots for pumpkin-themed stories and more with special guest reader State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel. Please only register each child attending. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Administration Building
Room: Outside
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Around Town, Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

For ages 3 to 5 with caregiver. Join us near the Community Garden plots for pumpkin-themed stories and more with special guest reader State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel. Please only register each child attending. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

New to English

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:45am
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

This class is for beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and basic life skills.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

This class is for beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and basic life skills.

This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group

Drop-in Preschool Storytime

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3-5 years)

For ages 3 to 5 attending independently.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For ages 3 to 5 attending independently.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Everyday English

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Build confidence speaking English and ask questions about everyday life in the U.S. Practice conversations you would use at a school, store, doctor's appointment, and with neighbors. Learn how to use the Library and the internet. 

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

Build confidence speaking English and ask questions about everyday life in the U.S. Practice conversations you would use at a school, store, doctor's appointment, and with neighbors. Learn how to use the Library and the internet. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Disney Sing-Along Bingo

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children

Join right in and sing along with a music edition of BINGO. Register each child attending.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Join right in and sing along with a music edition of BINGO. Register each child attending.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Word® & Excel®

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to MS Office® or looking to build confidence with the basics.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Description:

This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to MS Office® or looking to build confidence with the basics.

This event is in the "Adults" group

(Virtual) Five Basic Organizing Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Authors & Writers, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the five basic principles for getting organized. Discover practical strategies to declutter, stay motivated, and create a home and life you love. 

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writers, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Description:

Learn the five basic principles for getting organized. Discover practical strategies to declutter, stay motivated, and create a home and life you love. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

The College Admission Process: From Start to Finish

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
College Prep, Speaker, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

This program is intended for those in grades 8 and up and their parents or guardians. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College Prep, Speaker, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

This program is intended for those in grades 8 and up and their parents or guardians. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

English for Beginner Learners - Level 1

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:45am
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group

Drop-in Family Storytime

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)

For all ages with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For all ages with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group

Drop-in Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years)

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English for Beginner Learners - Level 2

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Robotics Challenge

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6 to 12. Get hands-on experience coding different types of robots while competing in monthly challenges. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Get hands-on experience coding different types of robots while competing in monthly challenges. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Illinois Libraries Present - Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Pop Culture, Speaker, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

A nostalgic and intimate conversation with Emmy- nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as "Steve" from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue's Clues. 

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Pop Culture, Speaker, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

A nostalgic and intimate conversation with Emmy- nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as "Steve" from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue's Clues. 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:45am
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group

Drop-in Baby Storytime

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-23 months)

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-23 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group

Drop-in Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years)

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

(Virtual) Job Club

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Business & Career, Speaker, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Your Library Toolkit for Job Search Success

Lisa Koeller, Adult Services Specialist, Plainfield Area Public Library

Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Speaker, Virtual
Registration Required
Description:

Your Library Toolkit for Job Search Success

Lisa Koeller, Adult Services Specialist, Plainfield Area Public Library

This event is in the "Adults" group

A Novel Idea Book Club

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Registration required. Copies of the book available to pick up at the Adult Services Desk or to download.

We're very happy to welcome our special guest - author Renee Rosen who will be visiting us virtually!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Description:

Registration required. Copies of the book available to pick up at the Adult Services Desk or to download.

We're very happy to welcome our special guest - author Renee Rosen who will be visiting us virtually!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Board Hearing

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Age Group:
All Ages

The Board will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Board of Trustees
Description:

The Board will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Manga & Anime Club

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Pop Culture
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6 to 12. Grab a friend and head on over for a gathering of fellow manga friends.  Enjoy a snack from Mitsuwa Marketplace*, participate in the monthly activity & read your favorite magna from our collection! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Pop Culture
Registration Required
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Grab a friend and head on over for a gathering of fellow manga friends.  Enjoy a snack from Mitsuwa Marketplace*, participate in the monthly activity & read your favorite magna from our collection! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Age Group:
All Ages

Regular monthly board meeting.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Board of Trustees
Description:

Regular monthly board meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group

New to English

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:45am
Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

This class is for beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and basic life skills.

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Upper Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

This class is for beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and basic life skills.