Week Calendar

For all ages with a caregiver.

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.

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.

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.

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.

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.

For all ages with a caregiver.

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. 

For ages 3 to 5 attending independently (without caregiver). 

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.

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.

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! 

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 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.

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.

Celebrate the semiquincentennial anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with Claire Evans and Debra Dudek.

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. 

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.

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.

Girls Who Code is a national organization that is on a mission to close the gender gap in computer science.

Intended for ages 3 to 6 with a caregiver. 

Create a one-of-a-kind winter picture using your fingerprints.

Learn basic conversational phrases and the importance of American Sign Language in our community. 

The Board of Trustees will meet for their regular monthly meeting. The public is welcome to attend.