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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov-Jan
2023
Holiday Lights Recycling
All Day 11/15 - 1/31
All Ages
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Outside: Side of Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Around Town
Description:
The Library will be partnering with Elgin Recycling to recycle broken holiday lights. Look for the red bins in the library parking lot.
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This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
15
2023
Fri
ALL KITS TAKEN Kids Take and Make: Trees in Winter
All Day
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Youth Services Desk
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Description:
This children's kit will be available beginning at 9:00 am at the Youth Services desk and is first-come, first-served, while supplies last. There is no reserving a kit ahead of time.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
16
2023
Sat
First day to submit entries for Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6
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Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Authors & Writers,
Special Event
Description:
Today is the first day to submit entries for the 2024 Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6. For a copy of the rules please stop by the Youth & Teen Services desk or download from the link to the right under the image.
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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.
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
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.
Dec
11
2023
Mon
Drop-In Family Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
For all ages with a caregiver.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
11
2023
Mon
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
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.
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This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group.
This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group.
Dec
12
2023
Tue
Drop-in Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
Babies (0-23 months)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
12
2023
Tue
English for Beginners - Level 1
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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.
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This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group.
This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
Drop-in Baby Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
Babies (0-23 months)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3
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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.
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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.
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
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.
Dec
14
2023
Thu
Drop-In Family Storytime
9:30am - 10:00am
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages,
Babies (0-23 months),
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years),
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
For all ages with a caregiver.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
15
2023
Fri
ALL KITS CLAIMED: Teen Take & Make: Winter Self Care Kit
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Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking,
Virtual
Description:
This kit is intended for those in grades 6 to 12.
Feeling stressed about school or the holidays? Pick up this winter self care kit to experience a little relaxation during a time of year that can be challenging for us all.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
12/16/2023 @ 9:00am - 12/17/2023 @ 5:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Illinois Libraries Presents: The Nutcracker *Registration Closed*
12/16/2023 @ 9:00am - 12/17/2023 @ 5:00pm
Adults
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Music,
Performances,
Pop Culture,
Virtual
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
Dec
11
2023
Mon
Drop-In Preschool Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
For ages 3 to 5 attending independently (without caregiver).
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
Dec
12
2023
Tue
Drop-In Toddler Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers (2-3 years)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
Drop-In Toddler Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
Toddlers (2-3 years)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years)
Program Type:
Storytime
Description:
For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
14
2023
Thu
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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. Read books together, discuss current news or explore other topics. This club is open to all and presented on Zoom. You will need a computer, tablet, or phone to access Zoom.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
16
2023
Sat
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Around Town
Description:
New Life for Old Bags will meet at the Township Center (15014 S. Des Plaines Steet, Plainfield) starting in March 2024 due to the upcoming Library renovations. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2025 to our new builidng!
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
11
2023
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 the internet.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
12
2023
Tue
English for Beginners - Level 2
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
16
2023
Sat
Virtual Steeped in Secrecy: The Boston Tea Party, 250 Years Later
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
History & Genealogy,
Speaker,
Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining:
87
Description:
Celebrate the semiquincentennial anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with Claire Evans and Debra Dudek.
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
11
2023
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Speaker,
Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining:
94
Description:
While the holidays are festive and fun, they can also be stressful. Through breath, movement, present moment awareness and other tools, learn how to practice mindfulness to dial down the nervous system and have a peaceful holiday season.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
14
2023
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking,
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
Computer Club - Google® Photos
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Description:
Tired of asking family and friends technology questions? Computer Club is a safe and friendly place to learn basic computer skills. Every month we cover a subject and leave ample time for practice.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Description:
Girls Who Code is a national organization that is on a mission to close the gender gap in computer science.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.
Dec
12
2023
Tue
Fingerprint String Light Art
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years),
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Description:
Intended for ages 3 to 6 with a caregiver.
Create a one-of-a-kind winter picture using your fingerprints.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Description:
Learn basic conversational phrases and the importance of American Sign Language in our community.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
13
2023
Wed
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Board of Trustees
Description:
The Board of Trustees will meet for their regular monthly meeting. The public is welcome to attend.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
14
2023
Thu
Virtual The Organized Family
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Library Branch:
Plainfield Area Public Library
Room:
Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Speaker,
Special Event,
Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining:
77
Description:
Professional speaker and organizer Beth Randall gives all the tips and tricks to help keep your family organized and efficient.
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