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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) Bluey Party!

10:30am - 11:15am
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Registration Required
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), Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Celebrate everyone’s favorite Heeler family with games and activities inspired by the hit show. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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 "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) Bluey Party!

1:30pm - 2:15pm
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Registration Required
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), Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Celebrate everyone’s favorite Heeler family with games and activities inspired by the hit show. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Offsite) Silent Library

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Pop Culture, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

This program is intended for teens grades 6th through 12th.

How quiet can you be? Can you hold in your laughter while doing hilarious things? Find out during our Silent Library program!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Virtual
Registration Required
Description:

Include native Illinois prairie plants in your garden and watch the pollinators arrive! Learn what native prairie plants thrive in home gardens, how to choose the best plants for your location, and creative theme garden ideas. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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

10:00am - 10:30am
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
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:

Meet us down on the farm for a classic drop-in storytime.

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.

(Offsite) Justin Roberts Family Concert

10:30am - 11:15am
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Registration Required
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: Music, Performances, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

GRAMMY-nominated singer Justin Roberts performs a whimsically rocking concert for all ages.

Registration recommended, but not required. This concert is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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 "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Virtual
Registration Required
Description:

Make fresh Vietnamese summer rolls with crisp vegetables, herbs, and protein of your choice, all wrapped in delicate rice paper with flavorful dipping sauces. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Virtual) English Club

10:00am - 11:45am
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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 "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Offsite) Bingo in the Park

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages, Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children, Teens
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

Bingo fun under the pavilion! Perfect for all ages, this bingo program brings laughter, friendly competition, and prizes to every game. Let's call out the numbers and see who wins the fun!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Registration Required
Description:

Meet with fellow crochet and knitting enthusiasts and create beautiful items for charity. This group is open to the public and all ability levels. Participants should bring their own materials (suitable yarn and hooks or needles) to each meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker, STEM / STEAM
Registration Required
Description:

Explore homeschooling as an enriching educational option. Gain practical tips, resources, and strategies to integrate STEM into daily life to foster your child's curiosity.

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.

(Off-Site) Drop-in Bubble Bash

10:00am - 10:45am
All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Administration Building
Room: Outside
Age Group: All Ages, Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Around Town, Games & Activities
Description:

All ages. Dress for mess and join us outside by the Community Garden for big bubbles, little bubbles, bubbles galore. This event will take place weather permitting.

This event is in the "Children" group.
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Description:

Join the library at Plainfield Park District’s Ottawa Street Pool!  Come by before the pool opens to the public and enjoy stories, songs and music.  All attendees will be allowed to stay and enjoy the pool after storytime.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) New to English

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.

(Off-Site) Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Description:

All ages with a caregiver.

Meet us under the pavilion for our classic drop-in summer storytime. Village Green Park is located at the corner of Chicago and Des Plaines St.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Everyday English

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Music Bingo

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Description:

This program is intended for those entering grades 6 and up.

Play a fun, fast-paced game where you match the songs you hear with your bingo card to win cool prizes. It's a perfect mix of music, fun, and friendly competition!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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 "Children" group.

A Book and a Craft

10:30am - 11:15pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Administration Building
Room: Hamlin Hall
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Registration Required
Description:

In this fun-filled program for children ages 5 to 7, we'll go on a magical adventure where stories come to life! Then we’ll provide all the materials for a hands-on craft that ties into the theme of the book.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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 "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.

(Offsite) Comedy Juggling & Variety Show

1:30pm - 2:15pm
All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Registration Required
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: Games & Activities, Performances, Special Event
Registration Required
Description:

Juggler extraordinaire Jason Kollum wows the crowd with a fast-paced, high-energy show.

Registration is recommended, but not required.