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Join Us For Two Special Events
On September 15th
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Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition
Opening Reception
September 15th, 1-4 PM
Hispanic Heritage Exhibition featuring the oil paintings of local artist Julio Ortiz and the photographs of Paola rached, PAAAS Art Instructor.
On Exhibit until October 26th
Click Here for a printable flyer and details.
Volunteer Day at Plainfield Public Library
September 15th, 11 AM-3 PM
Give back to your community! Learn about the volunteer opportunities at the Plainfield Public Library. Explore the possibilities in Local History, the Children’s Department, Literacy, Circulation and Reference. Staff will be on hand to speak to potential volunteers about the different aspects of volunteer work in their departments.
Click Here for a printable flyer and details.
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Library Opens Job Assistance Computer Center
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Did you know that unemployment in Plainfield has been in double digits since January of 2009, and as high as 14.3% early in 2012? The Library is acutely aware of it, because for years our librarians have been helping job seekers learn how to use computers for their job searching. In comparison to the 2,900 computer user sessions in June of 2011, computer-use soared to 4,500 user sessions in June of 2012.
With a significant digital divide in Plainfield, there has been a pressing need for the unemployed to learn job-related computer skills. Although the library has had 19 public-access computers, lines would form at peak periods, many wanting to send out resumes or waiting to see if they had an email response from an application.
This summer the library finally had a chance to create a permanent computer lab, thanks to a HUD grant of $10,000 and private donations of $20,000. A 14-foot glass wall was erected to create a room with 18 wired computer stations, an instructor station, and a built-in digital projector.
Completed in August, the
Job Assistance Computer Center will focus on training the unemployed and under-employed, providing instruction on developing résumés, conducting online jobsite searches, and submitting applications online. The new space is large enough to hold thirty people for presentations on employment issues and training workshops. The library is working with community and county agencies to bring in speakers and advisors on job re-training and re-entry services.
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Happy Face at our
summer Reading Program
The Rainforest came alive during July’s Summer Reading Program, with a live snake program and a rainforest presentation from
Rainforest Café. Kids were thrilled with special programs that included a face-painter, a magician, and an in-house puppet show. The days were filled with book reports, crafts, storytimes, movies, game days, and non-stop visits from day camps. A total of 1927 children and their parents attended the events.
check out our upcoming events!
Got Legos?
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The children's library is starting a Lego club and Chess Club and needs your help!!
Please donate any new or used legos or chess sets to the children's library and be sure they will be put to work!
Got talent for these games instead? Join us, we'll be happy to see you. Details coming soon.
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Other Events
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2012 Photo Contest
Enter now!! The 2012 Plainfield Photography Contest Theme is
"Eating out/Eating In"
These images depict scenes related to food and meals, including:
* Block Parties/BBQ's
* Community Festivities
* Family Dinners
* Food Markets
* Restaurants
* Broad interpretations are encouraged.
Deadline is Sept. 28th
Click Here for more details and Entry Form
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Winter Hours are here
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday & Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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