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(Virtual) English Club

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:45am
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
English Language Learning, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn and practice English in an informal setting. Participants read and discuss books, news, and a variety of other current topics. Open to all.  Register below to receive...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Description:

Learn and practice English in an informal setting. Participants read and discuss books, news, and a variety of other current topics. Open to all. 

Register below to receive the Zoom link. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

This program is for those entering grades 6 to 12. Roll the dice and join a campaign with other adventurers in a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Open to all experience levels. ...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

This program is for those entering grades 6 to 12. Roll the dice and join a campaign with other adventurers in a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Open to all experience levels. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

CANCELED - (Virtual) 3D Printed Miniatures

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Due to an instructor change, this class has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 2 at 7:00 PM. You can register for the rescheduled class here: https://plainfieldpubliclibrar...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology, Virtual
Description:

Due to an instructor change, this class has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 2 at 7:00 PM. You can register for the rescheduled class here:

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Dragonkeepers: A Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Youth Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must wo...

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must work to find all the dragons and earn star points for your team.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Dragonkeepers: A Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Youth Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must wo...

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must work to find all the dragons and earn star points for your team.

Library Closed until Noon

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Plainfield Area Public Library

The Library will be closed during the homecoming parade. 

Closing
Branches:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed during the homecoming parade. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) Graphic Novel Book Club

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamlin Hall at Plainfield Township Administration Building
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Movies, Pop Culture
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Calling all comics and graphic novel fans. Join us for a celebration of Graphic Novels, comics and pop culture. GNBC Lineup: September 28: Spider-Men by Brian Michael Ben...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Administration Building
Room: Hamlin Hall
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions, Movies, Pop Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Calling

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Dragonkeepers: A Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Youth Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must wo...

Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Youth Services Desk
Age Group: All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:

You are a Dragonkeeper tasked to care for all the baby dragons in the kingdom. The Dragonmasters have decided to test your skills and let all the baby dragons loose, so you must work to find all the dragons and earn star points for your team.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) New to English

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

For the very beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary and basic life skills. Level testing is required to participate. P...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

For the very beginners who are new to English and need extra support with reading, writing, basic vocabulary and basic life skills. Level testing is required to participate.

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

(Off-Site) Music & Movement

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Fellowship Hall at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Music, Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

Get ready to clap, tap, dance, sing and stomp in this high-energy program built to get the wiggles out. We will explore music, movement, instruments, interactive stories, and more!...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Fellowship Hall
Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Description:

Get ready to clap, tap, dance, sing and stomp in this high-energy program built to get the wiggles out. We will explore music, movement, instruments, interactive stories, and more!

Register each child attending.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Everyday English

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
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 "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) 3D Paper Flower

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Upper Level at Plainfield Park District Recreation & Administration Center (RAC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Cut, fold, and glue paper to create a 3D paper flower to hang on your wall. All supplies are provided.

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Park District Recreation & Administration Center (RAC)
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Cut, fold, and glue paper to create a 3D paper flower to hang on your wall. All supplies are provided.

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

(Off-Site) Drop-in Baby Storytime

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Fellowship Hall at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-23 months)
Description:

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver. Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for s...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Fellowship Hall
Age Group: Babies (0-23 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 1

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

This club is for students with limited English experience. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Must take a placement test and place below ESL interm...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

This club is for students with limited English experience. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Must take a placement test and place below ESL intermediate level courses.

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.

(Offsite) Storytime in the Community: McDonald's

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Around Town, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Description:

For ages 2 to 5. Join us out and about in the community for a storytime at McDonald's! Listen to books, dance to songs and enjoy cookies provided by Kory Management's McDonald's. ...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type: Around Town, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Description:

For ages 2 to 5. Join us out and about in the community for a storytime at McDonald's! Listen to books, dance to songs and enjoy cookies provided by Kory Management's McDonald's.

 

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

(Off-Site) Drop-in Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fellowship Hall at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years)
Description:

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver. Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All s...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Fellowship Hall
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.

(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 2

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

This club is for students with limited English experience. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Must take a placement test and place below ESL interm...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

This club is for students with limited English experience. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Must take a placement test and place below ESL intermediate level courses.

This event is in the "Staff" group.

Leadership Team Meeting

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Library Use
Age Group:
Staff
Description:

Weekly Leadership Team meetings during renovation

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Staff
Program Type: Library Use
Description:

Weekly Leadership Team meetings during renovation

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) Teen Cooking Club

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. In this monthly club, we test different, simple recipes and you learn new cooking techniques that level up your snack game. 

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. In this monthly club, we test different, simple recipes and you learn new cooking techniques that level up your snack game. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Virtual) All Things Pierogi

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Talk all things pierogi with Chef Susan Maddox. Pierogi are filled dumplings flavored with savory or sweet garnishes.

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Description:

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.

(Off-Site) Drop-in Family Storytime

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Fellowship Hall at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Description:

For all ages with a caregiver. Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All stor...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Fellowship Hall
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 "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

This club is for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Attendees must take...

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning
Description:

This club is for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. Includes leveled listening, speaking, reading and writing practice. Attendees must take a placement test.

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.
This event is in the "Children" group.

(Off-Site) Drop-in Storytime at Bronkberry Farms

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

Head on down to the farm for a classic drop-in summer storytime.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Head on down to the farm for a classic drop-in summer storytime.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Virtual) Weiss Financial Ratings Medigap Tool

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Finance & Legal, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Choosing the right Medicare Supplement Insurance plan can be frustrating, confusing, and expensive if you choose the wrong plan. Tom Kilkenny from Weiss Financial Ratings gives the...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Finance & Legal, Health & Wellness, Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 93
Description:

Choosing the right Medicare Supplement Insurance plan can be frustrating, confusing, and expensive if you choose the wrong plan.