Hours & Locations

Plainfield Area Public Library

9:00am-5:00pm

15025 S. Illinois St.
Plainfield, IL 60544
United States

View on Google Maps

Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (11/16)	Mon (11/17)	Tue (11/18)	Wed (11/19)	Thu (11/20)	Fri (11/21)	Sat (11/22)
All Day			This event is in the "All Ages" group Holiday Lights Recycling All Day 11/18–1/17 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Outside: Plaza Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Around Town Description: Drop off your old or broken lights and we will recycle them with Elgin Recycling.
					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 Family Reading Night Kit All Day All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), 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 "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Youth & Teen Services Desk Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Program Type: Special Event, Storytime Description: It is a night to celebrate reading together as a family. Stop by the Youth Services desk to pick up your Activity Kit.
9 am		This event is in the "Adults" group New to English 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Adults" group English for Beginner Learners - Level 1 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Adults" group English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: English Language Learning Description: Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group Drop-in Baby Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Babies (0-23 months) This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program 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 New to English 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Babies (0-23 months)" group Drop-in Baby Storytime 9:30am–10:00am Babies (0-23 months) This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Babies (0-23 months) Program Type: Storytime Description: For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.
10 am		This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group Drop-in Preschool Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Preschoolers (3-5 years) This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Drop-in Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Drop-in Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Toddlers (2-3 years) This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 (Virtual) English Club 10:00am–11:45am Adults Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group 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: 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 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Adults" group English for Beginner Learners - Level 2 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Adults" group English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: English Language Learning Description: Intermediate level classes are for students who already use English in daily tasks but need to keep improving. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
12 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group (Virtual) Job Club 12:00pm–1:30pm Adults Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group 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: Business & Career, Speaker, Virtual Registration Required Description: Elevate Your LinkedIn Profile Denis Curtin, LinkedIn Trainer & Coach This event is in the "All Ages" group Versiti Blood Drive 12:00pm–4:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Outside: Plaza Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Description: Versiti Blood Center of Illinois and the Library are joining forces to save lives. Donate blood at Versiti's mobile donation center in the Library's parking lot. Registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.
1 pm		This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Hangout 1:30pm–2:15pm Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Registration Required This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Early Literacy, STEM / STEAM Registration Required Description: Homeschool Families are welcome to hang out and engage in easy science activities and crafts.
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group A Novel Idea Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussions Registration Required Description: Registration required. Copies of the book are available at the Adult Services Desk or to download.
3 pm
4 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group Commit2Code 4:00pm–5:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Robotics Challenge 5:00pm–5:45pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 12. Get hands-on experience coding different types of robots while competing in monthly challenges.
6 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled - Snacks Around the World 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: Taste and rate snacks from around the world and learn about a different country each month. May not be suitable for those with food allergies. This event is in the "Adults" group The Excel® Files: Personal Budget 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required* This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons Shorts 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Description: Grades 6 to 12. New to D&D? Just in the beginning of your D&D journey and want better NPC interactions? Maybe you just need to know what an NPC is? This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Board Meeting 6:30pm–8:45pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Board of Trustees Description: Regular monthly board meeting.	This event is in the "Children" group LEGO Challenge Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM / STEAM Registration Required Description: Welcome brick builders! Stretch out your creative-thinking skills as we work on challenges and fun projects at each club meeting. LEGO will be provided at each session to use while at the library (please leave your own bricks at home).
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Senior Housing 101 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Finance & Legal, Health & Wellness Registration Required Description: Learn about the types of senior housing available, key factors to consider, funding options, and how to find the right senior living properties to meet your needs.	This event is in the "All Ages" group (Virtual) Illinois Libraries Present - Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Virtual Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Description: J. Kenji López-Alt is a James Beard award-winning author and chef, noted for his scientific approach to cooking. Virtual only. Register at: https://bit.ly/KenjiLopez-Alt		This event is in the "Adults" group (Virtual) A Spin Around the Globe with Brian Michalski: Right Split 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group 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: Around Town, Virtual Registration Required Description: On the Right Split of the globe, tour Egypt's ancient pyramids and escape to Croatia's Hvar Island. Soar in hot air balloons over Türkiye and brave Mauritania's infamous Iron Ore train.