Plainfield Public Library District
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Monday July 7 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) New to English
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. Please contact ELLC@papl.info or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.
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Monday July 7 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) Family Storytime
All ages with a caregiver.Meet us under the pavilion for our classic drop-in summer storytime. Village Green Park is located at the corner of Chicago and Des Plaines St.
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Monday July 7 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) 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
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Monday July 7 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Teen Improv Camp
This program is intended for those entering grades 6 to 12. Improve your stage presence and learn the foundations of improv comedy while playing fun improv games during this week-long camp.
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Tuesday July 8 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 1
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.
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Tuesday July 8 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
(Off-Site) A Book and a Craft
In this fun-filled program for children ages 5 to 7, we'll go on a magical adventure where stories come to life! Then we’ll provide all the materials for a hands-on craft that ties into the theme of the book. Whether it's creating colorful bookmarks, building paper anim......More
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Tuesday July 8 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 2
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.
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Tuesday July 8 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Teen Improv Camp
This program is intended for those entering grades 6 to 12. Improve your stage presence and learn the foundations of improv comedy while playing fun improv games during this week-long camp.
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Tuesday July 8 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
(Virtual) The Do's and Don'ts of Interior Design
Interior designer Lori Layman shares key design tips to enhance your home, from lighting and window treatments to furniture, all within any budget.
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Wednesday July 9 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3
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.
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Wednesday July 9 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) Drop-in Storytime at Bronkberry Farms
Meet us down on the farm for a classic drop-in storytime.
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Wednesday July 9 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4
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.
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Wednesday July 9 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Teen Improv Camp
This program is intended for those entering grades 6 to 12. Improve your stage presence and learn the foundations of improv comedy while playing fun improv games during this week-long camp.
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Wednesday July 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
(Virtual) Lavender & Honey
Experience the delicate balance of floral lavender and sweet golden honey in both savory and sweet dishes.
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Wednesday July 9 6:30pm - 8:30pm CDT
Library Board Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting.
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Thursday July 10 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
(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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Thursday July 10 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
(Offsite) Fishy Crafts
This program is intended for children ages 3 to 6 with a caregiver.Craft a variety of fish related friends.
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Thursday July 10 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Read on the Go: 8-Bit Craftcade
Our mascot, Read the Red Panda, is on the go this summer, and you're invited to join him! Get a prize and a Read sticker at each pop-up event this summer to fill out your passport. Collect them all: the more you attend, the more chances you get to win a grand prize gift......More
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Thursday July 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Stitching in the Stacks
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. Easy patterns for the c......More
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Thursday July 10 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Teen Improv Camp
This program is intended for those entering grades 6 to 12. Improve your stage presence and learn the foundations of improv comedy while playing fun improv games during this week-long camp.
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Thursday July 10 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
(Offsite) Shark Week BINGO
Sharks in the water! Play BINGO celebrating all things sharks.Tables and chairs are reserved for the children registered to play BINGO. Adults/parents are welcome to sit in the chairs at the back of the room (unless your child will need assistance playing the game), wai......More
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Friday July 11 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Offsite) Bingo in the Park
Bingo fun under the pavilion! Perfect for all ages, this bingo program brings laughter, friendly competition, and prizes to every game. Let's call out the numbers and see who wins the fun!
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Friday July 11 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Teen Improv Camp
This program is intended for those entering grades 6 to 12. Improve your stage presence and learn the foundations of improv comedy while playing fun improv games during this week-long camp.
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Saturday July 12 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
(Off-Site) Ottawa Street Pool Storytime
Join the library at Plainfield Park District’s Ottawa Street Pool! Come by before the pool opens to the public and enjoy stories, songs and music. All attendees will be allowed to stay and enjoy the pool after storytime. Weather permitting. *For children of all age......More
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Monday July 14 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) New to English
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. Please contact ELLC@papl.info or 815-790-7876 to schedule testing.
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Monday July 14 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) Family Storytime
All ages with a caregiver.Meet us under the pavilion for our classic drop-in summer storytime. Village Green Park is located at the corner of Chicago and Des Plaines St.
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Monday July 14 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) 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
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Monday July 14 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Melt & Pour Soap Making
This program is intended for those in grades 6 to 12.Create beautiful and functional soap designs using a simple melt-and-pour method. All supplies are provided.
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Monday July 14 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Thrill Seekers Book Club
A book club for fans of mysteries, thrillers and adventures--both fiction and nonfiction. Meghan Michaels is trying to find balance between being a single mum to a teenage daughter and working as a full-time nurse. One day a patient named Caitlin arrives in a coma, havi......More
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Tuesday July 15 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 1
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.
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Tuesday July 15 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) English for Beginners - Level 2
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.
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Tuesday July 15 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Drop-Off
Drop off your favorite stuff animal at the library for a special sleepover, then pick them up the next day and join us for a storytime, craft and a show highlighting the events of the stuffed animal sleepover!
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Tuesday July 15 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
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Tuesday July 15 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
(Off-Site) Getting Crafty with Cricut: Cozies and Popsicle Sleeves
Get creative and personalize your own drink cozie and popsicle sleeve using the Cricut. All supplies provided