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Plainfield Area Public Library

9:00am-9:00pm

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

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Sun: Closed

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

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

Week Calendar

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Time	Sun (9/14)	Mon (9/15)	Tue (9/16)	Wed (9/17)	Thu (9/18)	Fri (9/19)	Sat (9/20)
9 am		This event is in the "Adults" group New to English 9:15am–10:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 New Life for Old Bags 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Around Town Description: New Life for Old Bags monthly meeting.
11 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Everyday English 11:00am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group 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 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 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 Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business & Career, Speaker, Virtual Registration Required Description: Your Library Toolkit for Job Search Success Lisa Koeller, Adult Services Specialist, Plainfield Area Public Library
1 pm
2 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Disney Sing-Along Bingo 2:00pm–3:00pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Description: Join right in and sing along with a music edition of BINGO. This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Word® & Excel® 2:00pm–3:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Description: This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to MS Office® or looking to build confidence with the basics.		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 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 available to pick up at the Adult Services Desk or to download. We're very happy to welcome our special guest - author Renee Rosen who will be visiting us virtually!
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 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 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 "Adults" group (Virtual) Five Basic Organizing Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Authors & Writers, Health & Wellness, Virtual Registration Required Description: Learn the five basic principles for getting organized. Discover practical strategies to declutter, stay motivated, and create a home and life you love.		This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Manga & Anime Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Pop Culture Registration Required Description: Grades 6 to 12. Grab a friend and head on over for a gathering of fellow manga friends. Enjoy a snack from Mitsuwa Marketplace, participate in the monthly activity & read your favorite magna from our collection! 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 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 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 "Teens" group The College Admission Process: From Start to Finish 7:00pm–8:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Lower Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: College Prep, Speaker, Special Event Registration Required Description: This program is intended for those in grades 8 and up and their parents or guardians.	This event is in the "Adults" group Illinois Libraries Present - Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Pop Culture, Speaker, Special Event Registration Required Description: A nostalgic and intimate conversation with Emmy- nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as "Steve" from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue's Clues.