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Plainfield Area Public Library

9:00am-5:00pm

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

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (12/14)	Mon (12/15)	Tue (12/16)	Wed (12/17)	Thu (12/18)	Fri (12/19)	Sat (12/20)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Holiday Lights Recycling All Day 11/18–1/17 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Outside: Plaza Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Around Town Description: Drop off your old or broken lights and we will recycle them with Elgin Recycling.
		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 Children, Teens Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group 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.
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. New members welcome!
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: Stress Relief for Job Seekers Jacqui Neurauter, Somatics Coach and Educator Identify your personal stress triggers and learn simple techniques to restore calm and clarity--especially during the holidays. This event is in the "Teens" group Finals Study Café 12:00pm–8:00pm Teens 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, Study Description: Study for finals while enjoying snacks, cocoa, and relaxing activities.	This event is in the "Teens" group Finals Study Café 12:00pm–8:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: College Prep, Study Description: Study for finals while enjoying snacks, cocoa, and relaxing activities.
1 pm
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Wits Workout 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: Health & Wellness Registration Required Description: Keep your mind sharp with fun brain-teasers, puzzles, and games designed to challenge your thinking and support cognitive health. Explore key aspects of brain wellness, including social connection, intellectual challenges, and more.		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: Join us in celebrating another year of great reads! We'll chat about our favorite books this year, upcoming books we're excited to read, enjoy some treats and games, and of course, reveal next year's book club titles!		This event is in the "Children" group Life Size Candyland 2:30pm–3:30pm 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 Registration Required Description: Experience the classic Candyland game with a life-sized twist.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Finals Study Café 3:00pm–8:00pm Teens 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, Study Description: Study for finals while enjoying snacks, cocoa, and relaxing activities.	This event is in the "Teens" group Finals Study Café 3:00pm–8:00pm Teens 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, Study Description: Study for finals while enjoying snacks, cocoa, and relaxing activities.
4 pm
5 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group ASL: The Basics for Teens 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Plainfield Area Public Library Room: Upper Level Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Description: American Sign Language teacher Leslie Ramos leads this six-session series. Build your skills in ASL from one session to the next and learn basic conversational phrases and the importance of ASL in our community.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Cricut® Creations: Journal Stencil 6:00pm–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: Arts, Crafts & Cooking, Technology Registration Required Description: Design journal stencils using Cricut®. Participants will receive one copy of their stencil design.		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 "Adults" group Chicago True Stories of the 1920s 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: History & Genealogy, Performances Registration Required Description: Step into the dazzling 1920s—an era bursting with surprises, sequins, and scandal.