New to English

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to sc......More

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Preschool Storytime

For ages 3 to 5 attending independently.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Everyday English

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. Level testing is required to participate......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Improv Games

Keep up the act and take part in some improv games.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Eire Online: Irish Genealogy Resources for the Casual Researcher

Can’t fly to Ireland to dig into your family tree? Tina will showcase subscription sites like Roots Ireland and Find My Past, plus plenty of free resources like the National Library of Ireland, Ask About Ireland, and GenUKI, to help you get started in researching your I......More

Can’t fly to Ireland to dig into your family tree? Tina will showcase subscription sites like Roots Ireland and Find My Past, plus plenty of free resources like the National Library of Ireland, Ask About Ireland, and GenUKI, to help you get started in researching your Irish roots.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Beginner Learners - Level 1

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at cmaliqi......More

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Family Storytime

For all ages with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developm......More

For all ages with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Toddler Storytime

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature devel......More

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Beginner Learners - Level 2

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at cmaliqi......More

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Friends of the Library Meeting

Friends of the Library Monthly meeting.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Dig In! Discover the Magic of Gardening

For kids ages 6 to 10. Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to gardening! Kids will learn the basics of growing both flowers and food, explore what plants need to thrive, and discover how to start seeds indoors. Each child will have the chance to plant seeds and tak......More

For kids ages 6 to 10. Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to gardening! Kids will learn the basics of growing both flowers and food, explore what plants need to thrive, and discover how to start seeds indoors. Each child will have the chance to plant seeds and take home their own starter to watch grow. Perfect for curious young gardeners and nature lovers. Presented by Master Gardeners from the University of Illinois Extension office.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cu......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Baby Storytime

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes f......More

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Toddler Storytime

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature devel......More

For ages 2 to 3 with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cu......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

The Excel Files: Basic Formulas

Learn how to create basic formulas in Excel.Note: This class requires a basic familiarity with Excel. You should be comfortable navigating the ribbon, understanding what a cell is, and knowing how to enter and edit data.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Teen Manga & Anime Club

Monthly activity, snacks, manga bingo and more.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

New to English

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to sc......More

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Drop-in Baby Storytime

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes f......More

For ages birth to 23 months with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

(Virtual) English Club

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.

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Drop-in Family Storytime

For all ages with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developm......More

For all ages with a caregiver.For the safety of all who come to storytime, attendance will be capped.Storytime helps nurture a lifelong love of reading and helps develop language skills, motor skills and helps prepare children for school. All storytimes feature developmentally appropriate stories, music and movement.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Open-Ended Art: Watercolors

Explore watercolor painting in this laid-back art program. We provide the paint, you provide the creativity! Dress for mess!

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Short Story Contest Author Talk and Award Presentation

Short story contest submitters and their parents are invited to a talk by the contest judge author Keir Graff. Winners will be announced at the end of the program.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

New to English

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to sc......More

This class is for 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. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Wendy & DB Family Concert

REGISTER EACH ADULT AND CHILD ENTERING THE ROOM.Sing, dance, and jump along with Grammy Nominated children’s musicians Wendy & DB.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Everyday English

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. Level testing is required to participate......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Light the Way: A Women’s Empowerment Candle-Making Workshop

Create your own custom-scented candle while engaging in uplifting conversation to ignite self-love, spark creativity, and empower yourself to shine from within. All Women’s History Month programs are sponsored by the Dr. Patricia Lynn Miller Endowment for Advancing Wome......More

Create your own custom-scented candle while engaging in uplifting conversation to ignite self-love, spark creativity, and empower yourself to shine from within. All Women’s History Month programs are sponsored by the Dr. Patricia Lynn Miller Endowment for Advancing Women's Rights and Celebrating Women’s History.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

3rd Grade Writes

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.

15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Beginner Learners - Level 1

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at cmaliqi......More

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Beginner Learners - Level 2

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at cmaliqi......More

English for Beginners classes are geared toward students with limited English experience. The class includes leveled listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Faux Eastern European Egg Decorating

Decorate an egg in the style of Eastern Europe Pysanky eggs. This program is for children ages 7 to 11.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen

Discover untold stories of three women who helped shape early cinema in Chicago. Through footage of locations where these women lived and worked, explore their often overlooked contributions to the early film industry. All Women’s History Month programs are sponsored by......More

Discover untold stories of three women who helped shape early cinema in Chicago. Through footage of locations where these women lived and worked, explore their often overlooked contributions to the early film industry. All Women’s History Month programs are sponsored by the Dr. Patricia Lynn Miller Endowment for Advancing Women's Rights and Celebrating Women’s History.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cu......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cu......More

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. Level testing is required to participate. Please contact the ELL Coordinator, Cuca Maliqi, at [email protected] or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Disney Bingo

In this special edition of BINGO, players will listen to Disney songs and find the matching titles on their BINGO cards. There will be prizes!

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Cricut Creation: Acrylic Keychains

Design an engraved acrylic keychain on the Cricut. Participants receive their completed keychain to pickup at a later date.Registration priority will be given to individuals who were not able to enroll in the Winter Session. All participants will go on a waitlist. Staff......More

Design an engraved acrylic keychain on the Cricut. Participants receive their completed keychain to pickup at a later date.Registration priority will be given to individuals who were not able to enroll in the Winter Session. All participants will go on a waitlist. Staff will be manually moving patrons into the class as online registrations come in.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US

Interior Design for Teens

Learn the art of interior design with color theory and more.

15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US