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(Off-Site) Teen Cooking Club

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Test different, simple recipes and learn new cooking techniques that elevate your snack game. 

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Test different, simple recipes and learn new cooking techniques that elevate your snack game. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) DIY Candle-Making with L.I.T Candles

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Learn the basics of candle making with It's L.I.T Candles by Tanesha. 

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Learn the basics of candle making with It's L.I.T Candles by Tanesha. 

This event is in the "Toddlers (2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3-5 years)" group.

(Off-Site) In a Pickle Storytime

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Hamlin Hall at Plainfield Township Administration Building
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Description:

This program is intended for ages 3-6 with a caregiver.We love pickles and we hope you do too. Join us for books and crafts, and maybe a surprise or two. It’s gonna be a big Dill!

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Administration Building
Room: Hamlin Hall
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

This program is intended for ages 3-6 with a caregiver.

We love pickles and we hope you do too. Join us for books and crafts, and maybe a surprise or two. It’s gonna be a big Dill!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) Teen Crochet Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Bring your crochet projects to this monthly club to work alongside and chat with other fans of this very trendy craft. Some supplies available for using during the ...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Bring your crochet projects to this monthly club to work alongside and chat with other fans of this very trendy craft. Some supplies available for using during the program. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

(OFFSITE) Watercolor Sweet Dreams Painting

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Children
Description:

This program is intended for children in grades first through fifth, caregivers welcome to stay. Painting fun while keeping bad dreams away.

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

This program is intended for children in grades first through fifth, caregivers welcome to stay.

 

Painting fun while keeping bad dreams away.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Stitching in the Stacks

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
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 o...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

(Virtual) Illinois Libraries Present: Alexis Nikole Nelson

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Plainfield Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Pop Culture, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and educator, celebrating edible plants and uncovering African American and Indigenous food traditions. She empowers those in food deserts with gr...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Pop Culture, Virtual
Description:

Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and educator, celebrating edible plants and uncovering African American and Indigenous food traditions. She empowers those in food deserts with greater self­-sufficiency. 

This event is in the "Babies (0-23 months)" group.

CANCELLED (Off-Site) DIY Teething Jewelry

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Fellowship Hall at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Babies (0-23 months)
Description:

Meet up with other parents and caregivers while crafting your own DIY teething jewelry from silicon beads.Please register children only. 

Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Fellowship Hall
Age Group: Babies (0-23 months)
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Description:

Meet up with other parents and caregivers while crafting your own DIY teething jewelry from silicon beads.
Please register children only. 

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.

Fingerprint Gardens

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Description:

For ages 3 to 6. Create unique garden landscapes using your fingerprints. 

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:

For ages 3 to 6. Create unique garden landscapes using your fingerprints. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) How to Adult for Teens

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking, College Prep, STEM / STEAM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Each month learn a new skill that prepares you for life as an adult. From sewing buttons to basic repairs to managing money, these skills get you ready for adulthoo...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Around Town, Arts, Crafts & Cooking, College Prep, STEM / STEAM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Description:

Grades 6 to 12. Each month learn a new skill that prepares you for life as an adult. From sewing buttons to basic repairs to managing money, these skills get you ready for adulthood. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Learn to Dance Salsa

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Let's get moving with Desuefio Dance. Follow along with the instructor as you learn to dance salsa, one of the most popular dances in the world. 

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Games & Activities, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:

Let's get moving with Desuefio Dance. Follow along with the instructor as you learn to dance salsa, one of the most popular dances in the world. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

(Off-Site) DIY Buttons, Bookmarks, and Bags

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Description:

This program is intended for those in grades 6 to 12.Design and create buttons, bookmarks, and tote bags that highlight your aesthetic and favorite fandoms while learning new skill...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Description:

This program is intended for those in grades 6 to 12.

Design and create buttons, bookmarks, and tote bags that highlight your aesthetic and favorite fandoms while learning new skills. All supplies will be provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

(Off-Site) Stitching in the Stacks

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Room 103 at Plainfield United Methodist Church
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
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 o...

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield United Methodist Church
Room: Room 103
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
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.

(Off-site) Getting Crafty with Cricut: Canvas Bags

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Multi-purpose Room at Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Description:

Create your own canvas bag using heat transfer vinyl and a heat press. Designs to be predetermined. One bag per participant.

Required
Library Branch: Plainfield Township Community Center (PTCC)
Room: Multi-purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:

Create your own canvas bag using heat transfer vinyl and a heat press. Designs to be predetermined. One bag per participant.