This Weekend's Events In Plainfield Area

Plainfield IL

12 August, 2021

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PLAINFIELD, IL — Looking to go on a family outing? Hoping to spend a night out with friends? Patch has you covered, we're showcasing several events taking place this week throughout Plainfield. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a rodeo, a cooking class, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Plainfield: Education Committee Meeting - Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce When: Thursday, August 12th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Thursday, August 12 from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMMonthly Education Committee These meetings are open to any new member who would like to join. They will be discussing upcoming events and ideas for the Education Committee.  Learn More PSACC Board Meeting - Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce When: Thursday, August 12th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Thursday and August 12 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMPACC Board Meeting Learn More A Novel Idea Virtual Book Discussion Group When: Thursday, August 12th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Thursday and August 12 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMThis month's title can be downloaded through hoopla with your Plainfield Public Library card. Limited copies of the book may be available at the Reference and Readers Services des... Learn More Community Garage Sale When: Thursday, August 12th at 9:00 p.m. Where: Illinois Route 59 & West 119th Street, Plainfield, IL, 60585 What: 9am to 3 pm Learn More Featured Event: Back to School Bounce/Teacher Fundraiser! When: Friday, August 13th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Altitude Trampoline Park Oswego What: EXCITING NEWS... Our Back to School Bounce is BACK! This is one of our favorite weekends of the year! ALL weekend (Aug 13-15), we will be raising funds for our Teacher Shopping Day the following weekend. The more people that come jump, the more we can donate to our aweso... Learn More Featured Event: Back to School Bounce/Teacher Fundraiser! (Crysta Darr) Featured Event: Burger Meal Deal Special When: Friday, August 13th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 1606 West Jefferson Street What: Buy single burger, fresh cut mini fry, and a pop for only $7.70 Extra patty(s), bacon are extraWhile supplies lastPlease mention this special when orderingWelcome back!!Size does matter - our burgers are 6.3oz topped with a brioche bun, freshly made-cooked to order, ... Learn More Featured Event: Burger Meal Deal Special (Beef Shack) Featured Event: Burger Meal Deal Special When: Friday, August 13th at 11:00 a.m. Where: 1606 West Jefferson Street What: Buy single burger, fresh cut mini fry, and a pop for only $7.70 Extra patty(s), bacon are extraWhile supplies lastPlease mention this special when orderingWelcome back!!Size does matter - our burgers are 6.3oz topped with a brioche bun, freshly made-cooked to order, ... Learn More Featured Event: Burger Meal Deal Special (Beef Shack) Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" When: Friday, August 13th at 3:00 p.m. Where: 4406 Willowbend Dr What: The MARY EVE THORSON MUSEUM FOR TEACHERS has shared exhibits every weekend since JULY, and will continue to do so through SEPTEMBER only. THE WEEKS ARE FLYING BY, AND ANOTHER COOL EXHIBIT HAS COME AND GONE! THANK-YOU TO EVERYONE WHOM HAS BROUGHT THEMSELVES, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND... Learn More Featured Event: "Sharing Some Happiness During Covid" (Myra Kathryn Richardson) Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Friday, August 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More Friends of the Library Book Sale When: Friday, August 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Pick up some great bargains at the Friends of the Library Book Sale starting August 13! Add to your collection and find some great deals on books, audio, DVDs and more. The book sale will be located in the white tent behind the Plainfield Library at 15025 S. Illinois St. in do... Learn More Community Garage Sale When: Friday, August 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Illinois Route 59 & West 119th Street What: 9 to 3 Learn More Friends of the Library Book Sale - Plainfield Public Library District When: Friday, August 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Friday, August 13 at 9:00 AM through Sunday, August 15 at 3:00 PMPick up some great bargains at the Friends of the Library Book Sale starting August 8! Add to your collection and find some great deals on books, audio, DVDs... Learn More 5th Grade Orientation - WBO - Troy CCSD 30C When: Friday, August 13th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Troy CCSD 30C What: Event listing from Troy CCSD 30C: Friday, August 13 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM Learn More Art Work Change Out - Plainfield Art League When: Friday, August 13th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Art League What: Event listing from Plainfield Art League: Friday, August 13 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMMembers Bring 3-4 pieces of artwork wired for hanging. Show runs to Nov.11 Learn More Featured Event: Adoption Event & Family Fun When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Springbrook Animal Care Center What: Save the date and join us to meet adorable animals available for adoption. Enjoy doggie ice cream from our friends at Wiggle Waggles and human refreshments too! Shop the boutique for great items at great prices! Learn More Featured Event: Adoption Event & Family Fun (Kerry Morgan) Featured Event: Quilt Shop "Sample Sale" When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Harvest House Quilting What: Sample Sale - selling shop and class quilt, table runner, etc. samples to make room for more new ones..... your chance to purchase a completed item as well as tops that still need to be quilted and bound.   Over 100 samples ready to be sold from 30+ years of teaching and from ... Learn More Featured Event: Quilt Shop "Sample Sale" (Colleen Plucinski) Featured Event: FREE Tacos and Exclusive one day deals at Cricket Wireless in Shorewood. When: Saturday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Cricket Wireless Authorized Retailer What: Come visit us this Saturday, 8/14 at Cricket Wireless in Shorewood.  We will be offering FREE Bill reviews on your current cell phone plan and will be able to show you how you can save money! BACK TO SCHOOL PROMO>FREE PHONE>FREE ACTIVATION. ONLY PAY FOR YOUR FIRST MONTH ... Learn More Featured Event: FREE Tacos and Exclusive one day deals at Cricket Wireless in Shorewood. (Cricket Wireless Romeoville) Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Saturday, August 14th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More Community Garage Sale When: Saturday, August 14th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Illinois Route 59 & West 119th Street What: 9 to 3 Learn More Featured Event: Exchange Club of North Will County Car Show When: Sunday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Midwest Hot Rods Inc What: Have an awesome vehicle to show off? Bring it to our Car Show on August 15 from 10am - 2pm at Midwest Hot Rods. Don't have a vehicle to show off but love to look at them and geek out? Come out on August 15 from 10am - 2pm. Trophies will be awarded! Learn More Featured Event: Exchange Club of North Will County Car Show (Exchange Club of NWC) Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Sunday, August 15th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More Sports Cards and More Show Sunday, August 15 @ Orland Park Civic Center When: Sunday, August 15th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Orland Park Civic Center What: Sports Cards and More Show Orland Park Civic Center - 14750 South Ravinia, Orland Park, IL Sunday, August 15, 2021 Customer Doors Open: 9:00 a.m. Admission: $1 Adults, Kids 12 and Under: FREE 80 Tables - Sports Memorabilia, Sports Cards, and More Every customer is automaticall... Learn More No School - Teacher Institute - Troy Middle School When: Monday, August 16th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Troy Middle School What: Event listing from Troy Middle School: Sunday, August 15 (all day) Learn More Teacher Institutes - Plainfield SD 202 When: Monday, August 16th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield SD 202 What: Event listing from Plainfield SD 202: Monday, August 16 from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PMNo Student Attendance Learn More Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Monday, August 16th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More Virtual Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73 Class 3 When: Monday, August 16th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, August 16 from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PMInstructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure... Learn More Kindergarten Round-up - Ridge Elementary School When: Monday, August 16th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Ridge Elementary School What: Event listing from Ridge Elementary School: Monday, August 16 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PMCome and meet some of your classmates! Learn More Kindergarten Scavenger Hunt - Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch When: Monday, August 16th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch What: Event listing from Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch: Monday, August 16 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMBring your student on a scavenger hunt!!  Meet your teacher - and be sure to bring all your school supplies. Learn More Board of Education regular meeting - Plainfield SD 202 When: Monday, August 16th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Plainfield SD 202 What: Event listing from Plainfield SD 202: Monday, August 16 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM6:30 p.m. Closed Session 7:30 p.m. Open Session.  Learn More Stargazing at Mather Woods - Plainfield Park District When: Monday, August 16th at 8:30 p.m. Where: Plainfield Park District What: Event listing from Plainfield Park District: Monday, August 16 from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM Event includes instruction by a professional astronomer who will demonstrate how to find constellations, https://www.facebook.com/events/478150656766986 Learn More Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Tuesday, August 17th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More Meet the Teacher - Central Elem School When: Tuesday, August 17th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Central Elem School What: Event listing from Central Elem School: Tuesday, August 17 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMPlease attend the event at the scheduled time below by your child' s last name.11:30AM-12:00PM - (A-H)12:00PM-12:30PM - (I-P)12:30PM-1:00PM - (Q-Z) Learn More Ridge Meet & Greet (Grades K-5) - Ridge Elementary School When: Tuesday, August 17th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Ridge Elementary School What: Event listing from Ridge Elementary School: Tuesday, August 17 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM11:30-12:00 Last names A-D12:00-12:30 Last names E-L12:30-1:00 Last names M-R1:00-1:30 Last Names S-ZIf parents have students with different last names, they may come during one time slot r... Learn More Meet and Greet - 1st-5th and FBI - Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch When: Tuesday, August 17th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch What: Event listing from Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch: Tuesday, August 17 from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM1st-5th grade students - come meet your teacher and be sure to bring all your school suppliesPTA is also having a back to school social from 12-2 PM (K students are welcome to attend... Learn More Picture Day - TMS - Troy CCSD 30C When: Wednesday, August 18th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Troy CCSD 30C What: Event listing from Troy CCSD 30C: Tuesday, August 17 (all day) Learn More Intro to Tai Chi: The Sun 73, Class Series (Virtual Program) When: Wednesday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Instructor Erica Bough brings Tai Chi to a new level with the addition of The Sun 73 movements during this virtual class series hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. The four-class session builds on optimizing internal energy, improving body structure and increasin... Learn More SIP -Early Release Day - Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch When: Wednesday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch What: Event listing from Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch: Wednesday, August 18 from 9:00 AM to 12:45 PMFirst day of school is a SIP day (School Improvement Day) all students will attend from 9:05-12:45.  Learn More Mobile Workforce Center at the Plainfield Library When: Wednesday, August 18th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: The Workforce Services Division of Will County Mobile Workforce Center will be in the Route 59 parking lot by the Plainfield Public Library, located at 15025 S. Illinois St. in downtown Plainfield, from 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday to provide support fo... Learn More 4 Myth's That Stop people from being Millionaires (Luncheon) When: Wednesday, August 18th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Wednesday, August 18 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PMWomen You Should Know (WYSK) Luncheon SPONSORED BY:  Big Frog & ABC Therapy  SPEAKER:  Erin Doepel Wikstrom  TOPIC: 4 Myths that stop people from being Millionaires ... Learn More Virtual Job Club When: Wednesday, August 18th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Job seekers and career changers are invited to Virtual Job Club, hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District on Wednesday, Aug. 18 from noon to 1:30 p.m. This month's topic is "ATS or Bust. Part 1" with Lauren Milligan of ResuMayDay. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is th... Learn More Virtual Job Club - Plainfield Public Library District When: Wednesday, August 18th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Wednesday, August 18 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PMThe Library's Job Club welcomes job seekers and career changers. Topic: ATS or bust - Part 1   ATS, short for Applicant Tracking Systems, is the Achilles heel of every job seeke... Learn More Check out more local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Plainfield Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.