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 Drop-in Play-Doh Playdate Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Family program. It's time for some Play-Doh fun! We have the Play-Doh and tools; all you need to bring is your imagination! View Details 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 Dec 6 2025 Sat Drop-in Play-Doh Playdate 10:00am–11:00am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Family program. 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 "Children" group Oreo Taste and Rate Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Age Group: Children This program is intended for children ages 6 to 9, caregivers welcome to stay. Eat oodles of Oreos and rate your favorites. PLEASE INDICATE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Oreo Taste and Rate 6:30pm–7:30pm 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. Eat oodles of Oreos and rate your favorites. PLEASE INDICATE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES!
This event is in the "Children" group Handmade Greeting Cards Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Age Group: Children Make a card for your favorite winter holiday or just to make someone smile. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 11 2025 Thu Handmade Greeting Cards 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: Make a card for your favorite winter holiday or just to make someone smile.
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 The Plainfield Nutcracker Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Performances, Special Event Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Family program. PLEASE REGISTER EACH PERSON ATTENDING. Plainfield Dance Academy presents a reading and performance of The Plainfield Nutcracker. Register Now Registration Required 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 13 2025 Sat The Plainfield Nutcracker 10:30am–11:30am All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children 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), Children Program Type: Performances, Special Event Registration Required Description: Family program. PLEASE REGISTER EACH PERSON ATTENDING. Plainfield Dance Academy presents a reading and performance of The Plainfield Nutcracker.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group First day to submit entries for Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6 All Day Off Site Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Age Group: Children, Teens Today is the first day to submit entries for the 2026 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 15 2025 Mon First day to submit entries for Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6 All Day Children, Teens Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Description: Today is the first day to submit entries for the 2026 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Lego Challenge Club Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM / STEAM Age Group: Children 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). Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 18 2025 Thu Lego Challenge Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Children 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).
This event is in the "Children" group Life Size Candyland Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Children Experience the classic Candyland game with a life-sized twist. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Life Size Candyland 2:30pm–3:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Description: Experience the classic Candyland game with a life-sized twist.
This event is in the "Children" group Read & Roar Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Adopt a wild animal reading buddy and go on a reading adventure together. Explore fun stories and cool animal facts — all in one exciting day. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Dec 23 2025 Tue Read & Roar 6:30pm–7:15pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Description: Adopt a wild animal reading buddy and go on a reading adventure together. Explore fun stories and cool animal facts — all in one exciting day.
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 Miss Make-Believe Magic Show Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, Performances Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Miss Make-Believe delights audiences of all ages with her silly and fun magic show.Register each adult and child attending the program (including babies). Each person entering the program room needs to be on the registration list View Details Registration Required 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 Jan 5 2026 Mon Miss Make-Believe Magic Show 1:00pm–1:45pm All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children 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), Children Program Type: Games & Activities, Performances Registration Required Description: Miss Make-Believe delights audiences of all ages with her silly and fun magic show.Register each adult and child attending the program (including babies). Each person entering the program room needs to be on the registration list
This event is in the "Children" group Hot Cocoa Party Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Age Group: Children Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and your choice of toppings and enjoy some cozy activities. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Hot Cocoa Party 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: Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and your choice of toppings and enjoy some cozy activities.
This event is in the "Children" group Snacks Around the World Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Children 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. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Snacks Around the World 6:30pm–7:15pm Children 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 "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Hangout Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Early Literacy, STEM / STEAM Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Homeschool Families are welcome to hang out and engage in easy science activities and crafts. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 1:30pm–2:30pm Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Lego Challenge Club Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM / STEAM Age Group: Children 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). View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Lego Challenge Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Children 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).
This event is in the "Children" group Cardboard Loom Weaving Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Age Group: Children Learn the basics of weaving on a cardboard loom and make a piece of woven art to take home. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Cardboard Loom Weaving 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Registration Required Description: Learn the basics of weaving on a cardboard loom and make a piece of woven art to take home.
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 Drop-in Play-Doh® Playdate Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Family program. It's time for some Play-Doh® fun! We have the Play-Doh® and tools; all you need to bring is your imagination. View Details 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Drop-in Play-Doh® Playdate 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities Description: Family program. 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 "Children" group Kids Pokémon® Club Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology Age Group: Children This program is for young people Grades 1-5. Bring along your favorite Pokémon® plushies, games, and cards to trade. (Consider leaving your most prized possessions at home, The Library can not guarantee their safety.) Pokémon® cards! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Kids Pokémon® Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology Registration Required Description: This program is for young people Grades 1-5. Bring along your favorite Pokémon® plushies, games, and cards to trade. (Consider leaving your most prized possessions at home, The Library can not guarantee their safety.) Pokémon® cards!
This event is in the "Children" group Mario Mania Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Pop Culture Age Group: Children This program is intended for children ages 6 to 9, caregivers welcome to stay.If you love Mario, Luigi, and the rest of the Super Mario crew, celebrate with fun themed activities! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Mario Mania 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Pop Culture Registration Required Description: This program is intended for children ages 6 to 9, caregivers welcome to stay.If you love Mario, Luigi, and the rest of the Super Mario crew, celebrate with fun themed activities!
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Hangout Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Early Literacy, STEM / STEAM Age Group: Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Homeschool Families are welcome to hang out and engage in easy science activities and crafts. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group This event is in the "Children" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Homeschool Hangout 1:30pm–2:30pm Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Animal Explorers League Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: STEM / STEAM Age Group: Children For grades 2 to 5. An “exploration” of the chilly world of polar animals. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Animal Explorers League 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM / STEAM Registration Required Description: For grades 2 to 5. An “exploration” of the chilly world of polar animals.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Last day to submit entries for Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6 All Day Off Site Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Age Group: Children, Teens Today is the last day to submit entries for the 2026 Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6. For a copy of the rules please stop by the Youth Services desk or download from the link to the right under the image. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 15 2026 Sun Last day to submit entries for Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6 All Day Children, Teens Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Description: Today is the last day to submit entries for the 2026 Short Story Contest for Grades 4, 5 & 6. For a copy of the rules please stop by the Youth Services desk or download from the link to the right under the image.
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 Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children Experience an up-close, interactive, and hilarious presentation about reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Live animals will be in attendance. Register each adult and each child attending the program. View Details Registration Required 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 Feb 16 2026 Mon Dave DiNaso's Traveling World of Reptiles 1:00pm–2:15pm All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children 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), Children Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: Experience an up-close, interactive, and hilarious presentation about reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Live animals will be in attendance. Register each adult and each child attending the program.
This event is in the "Children" group Lego Challenge Club Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM / STEAM Age Group: Children 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). View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Lego Challenge Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Children 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).
This event is in the "Children" group Ugly Art Night Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Age Group: Children Go wild with the art supplies! Who can make the ugliest piece of art? View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Ugly Art Night 6:30pm–7:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking Registration Required Description: Go wild with the art supplies! Who can make the ugliest piece of art?
This event is in the "Children" group Reading Dragons Tournament Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities Age Group: Children 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! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Reading Dragons Tournament 11:00am–12:00pm 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!
