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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mobile Workforce Center

9:30am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Outside: Back of Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Description:
The Workforce Services Division of Will County Mobile Workforce Center visits the Library to help residents looking for a job.  Services include access to computers, assistance in creating or revising a resume, job board listings and traine...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Music & Movement

10:00am - 10:45am
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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 adult and child attending. This program is designed for...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Description:
Practice while connecting with friends. Share ideas and culture and discuss current events, family life and anything relevant to you. Once registered, you will receive instructions to join the event. ...
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

Sponge Painted Ice Cream

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
This program is intended for children ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Use sponges to create fun ice cream pictures. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop-in Play-Doh® Playdate

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities
Description:
All ages. It's time for some Play-Doh® fun! We have the Play-Doh® and tools; all you need to bring is your imagination! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intro to Excel® Part 2

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
In this class, we will build on topics from Intro to Excel® Part 1. We will cover formulas, formatting and charts in greater depth.   ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Bluey Party!

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Description:
Celebrate everyone’s favorite Heeler family with games and activities inspired by the hit show. Register each adult and each child attending.   ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

BINGO!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Description:
This family event is best suited for those 5 and older though we welcome all. Let's play Bingo! Fun for the whole family. Please register each person attending. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Everyday English

9:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting 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 use the internet. Be confident maki...
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

How Does It Work?: What Happens After We Flush?

10:00am - 10:45am
Preschoolers, Children
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Around Town
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
Ever wonder what happens after we flush? Where does it go? Well, wonder no more as we explore the Village of Plainfield Wastewater Treatment Plant. Children will have an opportunity to view microscopic organisms within water samples and to understand...
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby Meet-Up

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Activities, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:
This program is designed for children ages 0 to 23 months and their caregivers. Meet other parents, caregivers and babies. Sing songs, practice our favorite lap bounces, and play with toys over coffee, tea and juice boxes.  Register each baby...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English Language Learning, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Description:
Learn new words, practice your pronunciation and become more fluent in English in a relaxed group.  Improve your English by reading and discussing information from newspapers, magazines and books. Once registered, you will receive instruction...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Water balloon painting

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Outside: Tent
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
This program is intended for those entering Grades 6 through 12. Take your shot at a bit of messy cooperative art that involves throwing water balloons of paint. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Confidence and Public Speaking

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career, Speaker, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Description:
Find your voice by building confidence in your public speaking skills.  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

English for Beginners - Level 1

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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 & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop-In Family Storytime at the Village Green

10:00am - 10:30am
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Description:
Join us under the pavilion for a sunny summer storytime. Feel free to bring your own blankets to sit on! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

English for Beginners - Level 2

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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 "Teens" group.

Mario Kart Tournament

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:
This program is intended for those entering Grades 6 through 12. Let's get racing! Pick your racer and compete in this tournament to find out who will be champion. Watch out for those Koopa shells!  ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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.
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
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 "Preschoolers" group.

Storytime at Hazel Marie's

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Preschoolers
Registration
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Around Town, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
This storytime is intended for children ages 2 to 5 years. Listen to stories and enjoy a free ice cream treat at Hazel Marie's, located just around the corner from the library at 24030 W. Lockport Street.  Please register each child attend...
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group.

BINGO--Just for Me!

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Preschoolers
Registration
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschoolers
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:
This program is intended for children age 4 to 6. Registration for each child attending is required with a valid Plainfield Public Library card. A special game of BINGO fun for the kiddos to play on their own. ...