This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu (Virtual) English Club 10:00am–11:45am Adults Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu (Virtual) English Club 10:00am–11:45am Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: English Language Learning, Virtual Registration Required 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 "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 Nov 6 2025 Thu Drop-in Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 Nov 6 2025 Thu Drop-in Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 "Children" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Reading Dragons Tournament 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Reading Dragons Tournament 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Description: Battle other players in the Reading Dragons program to win exclusive cards. Bring some of your own cards or borrow a set from the library. You will not lose any cards playing at the tournament!
This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Commit2Code 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Commit2Code 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens 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 9. In this 12 week class, learn how to code in the popular programming language, Python. Work your way towards building games and applications while learning the basics of programming.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Friends of the Library Meet and Greet 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu Friends of the Library Meet and Greet 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Special Event Description: Curious about what the Friends of the Library are all about? Ever wondered how you can get more involved and make a difference?
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu The Excel® Files: Personal Budget 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 6 2025 Thu The Excel® Files: Personal Budget 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Description: In this two-part class, learn how to build a personal budget using Microsoft Excel®. Create tables, use formulas, and visualize your data with charts to better track your spending and plan for the future.
Nov 7 2025 Fri Library Closed All Day Closing Nov 7 2025 Fri Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Plainfield Area Public Library Description: The Library will close due to all staff training.
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 8 2025 Sat Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Youth & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Design a dragon for Reading Dragons & Friends! The winning design will become a set of cards added to the collection starting in December.
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 Nov 8 2025 Sat Early Learners Expo 10:00am–12:00pm Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 Nov 8 2025 Sat Early Learners Expo 10:00am–12:00pm Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) Program Type: Early Literacy, Special Event Description: Looking for the perfect school or enrichment program for your little one? Join us for a fun and informative expo where families can connect with local schools, early learning centers, and child-focused enrichment programs—all in one place!
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Youth & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Design a dragon for Reading Dragons & Friends! The winning design will become a set of cards added to the collection starting in December.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2025 Mon New to English 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2025 Mon New to English 9:15am–10:45am Adults 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 Nov 10 2025 Mon Drop-in Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Preschoolers (3-5 years) This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Drop-in Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 Nov 10 2025 Mon Everyday English 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Everyday English 11:00am–12:30pm Adults 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 "Teens" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Plainfield C.A.T.S. (Council of Advisory Teens) 6:00pm–6:45pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Plainfield C.A.T.S. (Council of Advisory Teens) 6:00pm–6:45pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Meetings Registration Required Description: This program is intended for grades 6 to 12.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Thrill Seekers Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 10 2025 Mon Thrill Seekers Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Registration Required Description: A book club for fans of mysteries, thrillers and adventures--both fiction and nonfiction. Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Youth & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Design a dragon for Reading Dragons & Friends! The winning design will become a set of cards added to the collection starting in December.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 11 2025 Tue English for Beginner Learners - Level 1 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 11 2025 Tue English for Beginner Learners - Level 1 9:15am–10:45am Adults 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 Nov 11 2025 Tue Drop-in Family Storytime 9:30am–10:00am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 Nov 11 2025 Tue Drop-in Family Storytime 9:30am–10:00am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years) 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 Nov 11 2025 Tue Drop-in Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Drop-in Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) 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 Nov 11 2025 Tue English for Beginner Learners - Level 2 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 11 2025 Tue English for Beginner Learners - Level 2 11:00am–12:30pm Adults 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 Nov 11 2025 Tue Teen Cooking Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Teen Cooking Club 5:00pm–5:45pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Registration Required Description: Grades 6 to 12. Test different, simple recipes and learn new cooking techniques that elevate your snack game.
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Dinosaur Paint and Sip 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Dinosaur Paint and Sip 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Registration Required Description: This program is intended for children ages 6 to 9, caregivers welcome to stay.Paint prehistoric creatures while sipping juice with friends.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Singing Bird and the Importance of Native Women in the Culture 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 11 2025 Tue Singing Bird and the Importance of Native Women in the Culture 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Authors & Writers, History & Genealogy, Music, Performances Registration Required Description: Author and speaker Kim Sigafus shares the history of Native women in Illinois with interactive drumming and singing.
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Design a Dragon Contest All Day Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Youth & Teen Services Desk Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Design a dragon for Reading Dragons & Friends! The winning design will become a set of cards added to the collection starting in December.
