Plainfield, Illinois
Upcoming events from the Plainfield public library.
115 upcoming events
"New to English" is a 90-minute beginner English class held on November 2, 2026 from 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up, focusing on reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and basic life skills with required level testing.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute program for children of all ages with caregivers held at 9:30 AM on November 2, 2026, at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room, where children develop language and motor skills while building a love of reading.
Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 takes place on November 2, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room, where children enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed to build listening skills and engage with books independently.
Everyday English is a 90-minute program for ages 18 and up held at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room where participants practice conversational English for everyday situations such as at school, stores, doctor's appointments, and with neighbors, and learn about using the Library and internet, with required level testing arranged through the ELL Coordinator.
Teens ages 13-18 compete to decorate pre-made cupcakes in two rounds at Teen Game Night: Cupcake Wars, held from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room.
Community Craft Corner is a one-hour craft event on November 2, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up, where participants can bring their own projects or work on simple art projects with provided basic supplies while connecting with community members.
English for Beginner Learners - Level 1 is a 90-minute class on November 3, 2026 from 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18+, featuring leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice for students with limited English experience.
2s & 3s Storytime is a 30-minute program on November 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for ages 2-3 with a caregiver, featuring stories to develop language and motor skills.
2s & 3s Storytime is a 30-minute program for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver held on November 3, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room, where children listen to stories to develop language and motor skills.
English for Beginner Learners - Level 2 is a 1.5-hour class on November 3, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up, featuring leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice for students with limited English experience.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute program for children of all ages with a caregiver at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM, where children develop language and motor skills while preparing for school.
Children ages 5-12 will participate in a dino-themed storybook reading and craft activity at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 3, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM.
The Teen Craft Club meets from 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM on November 3, 2026, at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for ages 13-18, where participants explore a new craft each month while learning new techniques and trendy DIYs.
Participants ages 18+ create simple fidget tools using 3D design software Tinkercad during a two-hour class on November 3, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room.
Kids Pokémon Club is a one-hour program on November 3, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library for ages 5-12 (Grades 1-5), where trainers play Pokémon, trade cards, learn strategies, and connect with other fans in a supervised setting presented in partnership with CARD POP.
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3 is a 90-minute class for adults 18+ that provides leveled practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for students who use English daily but need continued improvement. Level testing is required to participate.
"2s & 3s Storytime" is a 30-minute program at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 4, 2026 at 9:30 AM for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver, featuring stories to develop language and motor skills. Entry tickets are available at the Youth Services Desk up to 30 minutes before the program starts, and no library card is required.
Baby Storytime is a 30-minute program for infants ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver, held on November 4, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room.
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4 is a 90-minute class held at Plainfield Area Public Library for adults 18 and older, where participants practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing at an intermediate level.
Chef Susan Maddox demonstrates favorite holiday side dishes for adults 18 and older on November 4, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room.
New to English is a 1.5-hour beginner English class for ages 18+ held on November 5, 2026 at 9:15 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room, covering reading, writing, basic vocabulary, and life skills for those new to English. Level testing is required to participate.
Baby Storytime is a 30-minute program on November 5, 2026 at 9:30 AM for babies ages 0-2 with a caregiver, held at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room.
The (Virtual) English Club meets on November 5, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM via Zoom for ages 18 and up, where participants learn and practice English by reading and discussing books, news, and current topics.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute program held on November 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for children of all ages with caregivers. Entry tickets are available at the Youth Services Desk up to 30 minutes before the program starts, and no library card is required.
Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 takes place on November 5, 2026 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room, where children enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
Children ages 5-12 will learn to make origami dinosaurs at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 5, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM.
Adults ages 18+ can pick up a beaded flint corn craft kit at the Plainfield Area Public Library's Adult Services Desk on November 7, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with one kit per person available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Local children's book authors and illustrators will be available to meet at the Plainfield Area Public Library from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on November 7, 2026, for all ages.
Local children's authors and illustrators read stories at the Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 7, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM for all ages.
Fingerknitting is a one-hour program for ages 18+ where participants make a scarf using only their fingers, requiring no needles or prior experience. The event takes place on November 8, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room.
New to English is a 90-minute beginner English class for ages 18+ on November 9, 2026, at 9:15 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room, focusing on reading, writing, vocabulary, and life skills with required level testing.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute program for children of all ages with caregivers held at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 9, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 takes place on November 9, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room, where children enjoy stories, songs, and activities independently.
Everyday English is a 1.5-hour program for ages 18+ held at Plainfield Area Public Library on November 9, 2026, where participants practice English conversations for everyday situations such as school, stores, doctor's appointments, and interactions with neighbors, and learn to use the library and internet. Level testing is required to participate.
The Thrill Seekers Book Club meets from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM on November 9, 2026, at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up to discuss a thriller about a woman whose husband becomes a gunman during a hostage situation in London. Books are available to check out or download through the library's digital services.
English for Beginner Learners - Level 1 is a 90-minute class held on November 10, 2026 from 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for adults 18 and older, featuring leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice for students with limited English experience.
2s & 3s Storytime is a 30-minute program on November 10, 2026 at 9:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room where children ages 2-3 attend with a caregiver to listen to stories.
2s & 3s Storytime is a 30-minute program for ages 2-3 with a caregiver held at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room on November 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM, where children listen to stories and develop language and motor skills.
English for Beginner Learners - Level 2 is a 1.5-hour class on November 10, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18+, where participants practice leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing with required level testing.
Family Storytime is a 30-minute program held on November 10, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for children of all ages with caregivers. Entry tickets are available at the Youth Services Desk up to 30 minutes before the program starts, and no library card is required.
The Teen Cooking Club meets on November 10, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for teens ages 13-18, where participants test simple recipes and learn cooking techniques to improve their snacks.
A guided tour exploring the Louvre's must-see masterpieces and their significance will be held on November 10, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up.
Children ages 5-12 in grades 1-5 race toy cars on a track at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for one hour starting at 6:30 PM on November 10, 2026.
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3 is a 90-minute class held on November 11, 2026 from 9:15 AM to 10:45 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up, featuring leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice for students who already use English in daily tasks.
2s & 3s Storytime is a 30-minute program on November 11, 2026 at 9:30 AM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Lower Level Program Room for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver, featuring stories to develop language and motor skills.
Storytime in the Community takes place at Panera on November 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM for ages 2-5, where children listen to books, dance to songs, and enjoy cookies provided by Panera.
Baby Storytime is a 30-minute program for babies ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver, held on November 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM in the Lower Level Program Room at Plainfield Area Public Library.
English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4 is a 1.5-hour class on November 11, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Plainfield Area Public Library's Upper Level Program Room for ages 18 and up, where students practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing at an intermediate level.
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