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The ABCs of Photo
Organization
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00 PM
Get ready to conquer the daunting task of organizing family photos, home movies, slides and memorabilia. Scanning and digitizing old photos will also be covered.
Register here.
Citizenship 101
Thursday, May 23,
7:00 PM
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services representatives will explain the citizenship process and answer your questions. Register here.
Not Your Mama's
Book Club
Monday, June 3
7:00 PM
In June's selection, Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan, after a layoff during the Great Recession sidelines his tech career, Clay Jannon takes a job at the titular bookstore in San Francisco, and soon realizes that the establishment is a facade for a strange secret. Pick up a copy at the Reference Desk and join us for the discussion. +More info
Organic Food & Wine Tasting
Monday, June 10,
7:00 PM
This program starts out at the Library for a discussion on the benefits of organic food selections. Then everyone is invited for a complimentary food and wine tasting at Wine & Cheese by TCC, 24104 W. Lockport St.
Register here.
A Novel Idea 
Book Discussion Group
Thursday, June 13
7:00 PM
June's selection, The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb by Melanie Benjamin, is a story inspired by the wife of a historical circus performer, Mercy Levinia Warren Bump, who comes of age in the antebellum south. Pick up a copy at the Reference Desk. +More info
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Register for FREE computer classes on topics such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet, and much more. To view the upcoming schedule and to register, visit the Events Calendar. You can also register by calling 815-327-2515. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.
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Memorial Day Closings
The Library will be closed on Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Library will be open regular hours on Saturday, May 25 (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 28. + More Info
Summer Hours Have Begun
The Library will be closed on Sundays from May 26 until September 8, the first Sunday following Labor Day. + More Info
Teen Volunteers Needed for the Summer Reading Program
Teens entering Grades 7-12 are encouraged to apply to help with the Children's Summer Reading Program.
Assignments may include - assisting with special programs and staffing the Youth Servies's Book Depot. Volunteers must attend one of three mandatory training sessions. Volunteer applications may be picked-up at the Youth Services Desk. Applications are due by May 24, 2013.
+ More InfoSummer Reading 2013: Have Book-Will Travel! Begins June 3rd
Where will reading take you to this summer? The Library has your itinerary ready: your first stop is to pick up your passport and get ready to trot the globe, tour faraway lands and then travel through time by reading during Have Book-Will Travel!
Register in-person or online beginning Monday, June 3. You must have a valid Plainfield Public Library card to join the program. During Registration Week, June 3 to June 6, come to the lower level to register and enter to win first-class prizes donated by area merchants.
Don't worry if you are unable to register that first week, registration runs until July 20. During this nine- week program, children, teens and adults will have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes by going the extra mile. Reading requirements for each program will be included with registration materials.
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Sign Up Now To Receive Notices Via Text Message
Would you like to be notified faster when an item is available for you to pick up? Would you like to be able to renew your items via text message? If so, sign up now for our new text service from Shoutbomb. All you have to do is text SIGNUP to plainfield@shoutbomb.com and follow the prompts. You will need to know your library card number and your PIN (which, by default, is the last four digits of your library card number). + More Info
Use the CardStar Mobile App to Check Out
Are you tired of having your wallet or purse cluttered with countless loyalty, membership, and rewards cards? Now you can consolidate all of your cards (including your Plainfield library card) onto your mobile device with the CardStar app! Go to cardstar.com or find the CardStar app in your Smartphone's app store. + More Info
New Movies & TV Series
Click on New Movies & TV Series to see the a sampling of some of the new movies and TV series being added this month. You may also signup to receive a monthly newsletter of the Library's new movies & TV series by clicking on signup now. + More Info
Keep Track of Your Reading History
You don't have to struggle anymore to remember which Janet Evanovich title you've already read. Did you know you can keep track of the items you've checked out on your library card simply by checking a box in My Account? Go to the catalog, log-in with your library card number, choose "Contact Information and Preferences" and scroll down to the Preferences section and check the "Maintain reading list" box. From this point forward, you will be able to see each item you have checked out on your account. Ask us about this great feature! + More Info
