This event is in the "All Ages" group Illinois Libraries Present - - Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Age Group: All Ages Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPStineWant to enjoy the program with others at the Library as we host a live viewing of the virtual event? Register below. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Illinois Libraries Present - - Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Registration Required Description: Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPStineWant to enjoy the program with others at the Library as we host a live viewing of the virtual event? Register below.
This event is in the "Children" group 3rd Grade Writes All Day Off Site Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Age Group: Children Today is the first day to submit stories for 3rd Grade Writes. For a copy of the guidelines please stop by the Youth & Teen Services desk or download from the link to the right under attachments. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Mar 2 2026 Mon 3rd Grade Writes All Day Children Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Description: Today is the first day to submit stories for 3rd Grade Writes. For a copy of the guidelines please stop by the Youth & Teen Services desk or download from the link to the right under attachments.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Life of Miep Gies Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Performances, Special Event Age Group: Adults In this dramatic portrayal, Megan Wells brings the story of Miep Gies, the Dutch woman who protected Anne Frank and her family, vividly to life. Without Miep, we would not have Anne Frank’s diary. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 4 2026 Wed The Life of Miep Gies 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performances, Special Event Registration Required Description: In this dramatic portrayal, Megan Wells brings the story of Miep Gies, the Dutch woman who protected Anne Frank and her family, vividly to life. Without Miep, we would not have Anne Frank’s diary.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Take & Make: Spring Paper Layering Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Adult Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Age Group: Adults Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 7 2026 Sat Adult Take & Make: Spring Paper Layering 9:00am–5:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Adult Services Desk Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Description: Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk.
This event is in the "Children" group Snacks Around the World Tuesday, March 10, 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 Mar 10 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 "Children" group Crunch Quest Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Children Set off on a flavor quest as we celebrate National Potato Chip Day! Crunch, taste and explore different chips to find the one that’s your true snack champion. *May not be suitable for those with food allergies. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Crunch Quest 1:00pm–1:45pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: Set off on a flavor quest as we celebrate National Potato Chip Day! Crunch, taste and explore different chips to find the one that’s your true snack champion. *May not be suitable for those with food allergies.
This event is in the "Children" group Irish Step Dancing Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Children Learn your first jig at this intro class on St. Patrick’s Day. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Irish Step Dancing 1:30pm–2:30pm Children Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: Learn your first jig at this intro class on St. Patrick’s Day.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dorothy Kamenshek: A Rockford Peach In a League of Her Own Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: History & Genealogy, Special Event Age Group: Adults Join storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she shares the true story of Dottie Kamenshek, who spent ten seasons playing baseball as a Rockford Peach and inspired the movie A League of Their Own. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Dorothy Kamenshek: A Rockford Peach In a League of Her Own 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy, Special Event Registration Required Description: Join storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she shares the true story of Dottie Kamenshek, who spent ten seasons playing baseball as a Rockford Peach and inspired the movie A League of Their Own.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond the Page with Percival Everett Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Age Group: All Ages Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPPercivalEverett Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond the Page with Percival Everett 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Registration Required Description: Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPPercivalEverett
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 Wendy & DB Family Concert Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Music, Performances, Special Event Age Group: All Ages, Babies (0-23 months), Toddlers (2-3 years), Preschoolers (3-5 years), Children REGISTER EACH ADULT AND CHILD ENTERING THE ROOM.Sing, dance, and jump along with Grammy Nominated children’s musicians Wendy & DB. 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 Mar 30 2026 Mon Wendy & DB Family Concert 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: Music, Performances, Special Event Registration Required Description: REGISTER EACH ADULT AND CHILD ENTERING THE ROOM.Sing, dance, and jump along with Grammy Nominated children’s musicians Wendy & DB.
This event is in the "Adults" group Light the Way: A Women’s Empowerment Candle-Making Workshop Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, History & Genealogy, Special Event Age Group: Adults Create your own custom-scented candle while engaging in uplifting conversation to ignite self-love, spark creativity, and empower yourself to shine from within. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Light the Way: A Women’s Empowerment Candle-Making Workshop 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, History & Genealogy, Special Event Registration Required Description: Create your own custom-scented candle while engaging in uplifting conversation to ignite self-love, spark creativity, and empower yourself to shine from within.
This event is in the "Children" group 3rd Grade Writes All Day Off Site Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Age Group: Children Today is the last day to submit stories for 3rd Grade Writes. For a copy of the guidelines please stop by the Youth & Teen Services desk or download from the link to the right under attachments. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Mar 31 2026 Tue 3rd Grade Writes All Day Children Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Authors & Writers, Special Event Description: Today is the last day to submit stories for 3rd Grade Writes. For a copy of the guidelines please stop by the Youth & Teen Services desk or download from the link to the right under attachments.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Take & Make: Felt Succulent Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Adult Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Age Group: Adults Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Adult Take & Make: Felt Succulent 9:00am–5:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Adult Services Desk Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Description: Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk.
This event is in the "Teens" group PROMicon 2K26 Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 10:00pm Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Special Event Age Group: Teens This program is intended for those in grades 7 to 12. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 10 2026 Fri PROMicon 2K26 7:00pm–10:00pm Teens Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: This program is intended for those in grades 7 to 12.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Age Group: All Ages Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPCristinaHenríquez Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henríquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Registration Required Description: Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPCristinaHenríquez
This event is in the "Adults" group Basic Self-Defense for Adults Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Age Group: Adults Learn several basic strikes and escape techniques. Partner with a fellow attendee to practice “what if” scenarios to learn how to defend or escape. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Basic Self-Defense for Adults 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Registration Required Description: Learn several basic strikes and escape techniques. Partner with a fellow attendee to practice “what if” scenarios to learn how to defend or escape.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Take & Make: Pressed Flower Bookmark Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Adult Services Desk at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Age Group: Adults Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group May 2 2026 Sat Adult Take & Make: Pressed Flower Bookmark 9:00am–5:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Adult Services Desk Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Special Event Description: Kits are first-come, first-served and can be picked up at the Adult Services Desk.
This event is in the "Adults" group Bird Brain Trivia Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Event Age Group: Adults You don’t have to be a bird expert to join the challenge! Identify birds, answer fascinating facts, and learn surprising details about avian life during this interactive evening. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 5 2026 Tue Bird Brain Trivia 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Games & Activities, Special Event Registration Required Description: You don’t have to be a bird expert to join the challenge! Identify birds, answer fascinating facts, and learn surprising details about avian life during this interactive evening.
This event is in the "Adults" group Dementia Live Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Age Group: Adults Understand what it’s like to live with dementia through an immersive experience using specialized equipment such as vision-altering glasses, tactile gloves, and audio distractions. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 12 2026 Tue Dementia Live 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Event Registration Required Description: Understand what it’s like to live with dementia through an immersive experience using specialized equipment such as vision-altering glasses, tactile gloves, and audio distractions.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Illinois Libraries Present: Babel-On with R.F. Kuang Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Age Group: All Ages Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPKuangWant to enjoy the program with others at the Library as we host a live viewing of the virtual event? Register below. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group May 19 2026 Tue Illinois Libraries Present: Babel-On with R.F. Kuang 7:00pm–8:00pm All Ages Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Authors & Writers, Speaker, Special Event, Virtual Registration Required Description: Want to watch from home? Register at: https://bit.ly/ILPKuangWant to enjoy the program with others at the Library as we host a live viewing of the virtual event? Register below.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Amazing True Story of Smoky The War Dog Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Upper Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library Program Type: History & Genealogy, Speaker, Special Event Age Group: Adults Discovered in the jungles of New Guinea during WWII, Smoky became a beloved mascot, the world’s first recorded therapy dog, and the most decorated canine of the war. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group May 28 2026 Thu The Amazing True Story of Smoky The War Dog 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History & Genealogy, Speaker, Special Event Registration Required Description: Discovered in the jungles of New Guinea during WWII, Smoky became a beloved mascot, the world’s first recorded therapy dog, and the most decorated canine of the war.
