Plainfield: See This Weekend's Upcoming Events In The Area

Plainfield IL

07 October, 2021

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PLAINFIELD, IL — Looking for things to do this weekend? Check out what's new on your Plainfield Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this weekend. Hosting an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a rodeo, a block party, or fashion show, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $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, October 7th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Thursday, October 7 from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PMMonthly Education Committee The Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce Education Committee is responsible for connecting the business and education communities promoting an environ... Learn More After-School Maker Cafe When: Thursday, October 7th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: We supply the snacks and materials, and you provide the creativity during this crafting free-for-all on Thursday, Oct. 7 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at the Plainfield Public Library located at 15025 S. Illinois St. in downtown Plainfield. You will be able to use sewing machines, and Cricu... Learn More After-School Maker Café - Plainfield Public Library District When: Thursday, October 7th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Thursday, October 7 from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PMThis program is intended for those in grades 6 to 12.We will supply the snacks and materials and you will provide the creativity. You will be able to use sewing machines, and Cricut c... Learn More Painted Fall Leaves - Plainfield Public Library District When: Thursday, October 7th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Thursday, October 7 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMBring your creative side and paint the changing colors of autumn leaves. Step-by-step instruction provided by artist Christine Thornton. Supplies included. Registration begins Sep... Learn More Featured Event: Moving Sale When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 15320 Pratt Ln What: This Friday and Saturday only,  you can find anything from brooms and shovels, to bikes and beyond.   Learn More Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31 When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Sonny Acres Farm What: Spooky Season is upon us! Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31. Fun for all ages, the fest offers the chance to pick the perfect pumpkin, eat, drink and enjoy the various new amusement rides, haunted experiences, train and pony rides, a giant ... Learn More Featured Event: Sonny Acres Farm is open for our annual Fall Festival NOW - October 31 (Salvatore Swanton) Teacher Institute - No Student Attendance When: Friday, October 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Troy CCSD 30C What: Event listing from Troy CCSD 30C: Friday, October 8 (all day) Learn More Chair Yoga (Virtual Program) When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: There are many ways to practice yoga and improve your flexibility. Instructor Gina Marie demonstrates gentle yoga poses using a chair for added comfort and stability during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual prog... Learn More Exploring Evil (Virtual Program) When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: The Eastern CT Paranormal Society presents a detailed discussion of demonic afflictions, myths and truths along with evidence to support these subhuman beings during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual program, pl... Learn More The 1871 Great Chicago Fire (Virtual Program) When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: History gets real with storyteller William Pack during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. You'll be on the edge of your seat experiencing the fire through the pictures and words of those who survived it along with astonishing facts about the... Learn More Garage Sale When: Friday, October 8th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 24524 Sleepy Hollow Ln What: Small household appliances, holiday decor, home decor, kids bike, games, books and much, much more Learn More Featured Event: Pancake Breakfast When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Hope United Methodist Church What: Pancake Breakfast : Serving from 8:30 to 11:00 AM, Oct 9, 2021 Learn More Featured Event: Pancake Breakfast (Roger Hess) Featured Event: Great Pumpkin Giveaway When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Three Rivers Church What: Please join us for our 18th Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway Free pumpkins, free family fun!! Saturday, October 9th.  10 am - 2 pmGreat Pumpkin Drop at 12:30 pm Our event seeks to reach into the community and tell the wonderful story of God's amazing grace in a fun and unique way... Learn More Featured Event: Great Pumpkin Giveaway (Elisabeth Winkelmann) Illinois 16/8 Hour Concealed Carry License Training & a Bonus Training Hour Free When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 8519 West 191st Street, Mokena, Illinois, USA What: The Facility located at 8519 w 191st street is having an Illinois 16 and 8 Hour concealed carry class on October 9th and 16th from 8am to 4pm and October 24th and 31st from 8am to 4pm. This class meets all the requirements the Illinois State Police requires to get your conceal... Learn More 8th Annual Family Fun Run/ Walk 5k Honor your Super Heroes When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Saturday, October 9 from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AMAnnual Family Fun Run/Walk 5K- Honor your Super Heroes Annual event benefits the Pediatric Program of Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care (formerly Joliet Area Community... Learn More Garage Sale When: Saturday, October 9th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 24524 Sleepy Hollow Ln What: Small kitchen appliances, home decor, holiday decor, kids bike, games, books and much, much more Learn More Chair Yoga (Virtual Program) When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: There are many ways to practice yoga and improve your flexibility. Instructor Gina Marie demonstrates gentle yoga poses using a chair for added comfort and stability during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual prog... Learn More Exploring Evil (Virtual Program) When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: The Eastern CT Paranormal Society presents a detailed discussion of demonic afflictions, myths and truths along with evidence to support these subhuman beings during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual program, pl... Learn More The 1871 Great Chicago Fire (Virtual Program) When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: History gets real with storyteller William Pack during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. You'll be on the edge of your seat experiencing the fire through the pictures and words of those who survived it along with astonishing facts about the... Learn More Virtual Green Village Series: What's That Bug? When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Have you noticed some creepy crawlers inside or outside of your home? Learn to identify bugs in our area with the help of the experts from the University of Illinois Extension during this virtual Green Village Series program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District and... Learn More Pet Expo When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Clow Stephens Park What: Local residents are invited to attend a pet expo hosted by State Senator John Connor (D-Lockport), State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood) and the Plainfield Park Distirct "Pets are part of our families, too," Connor said. "This is a fun and family-friendly opportunity... Learn More Pet Expo When: Saturday, October 9th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Clow Stephens Park What: Local residents are encouraged to attend a pet expo hosted by State Senator John Connor (D-Lockport) and State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood).Families are encouraged to come and bring their pets for an array of photo opportunities, training demonstrations, and other... Learn More Teens Teach Technology: Scam Calls (Virtual Program) When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Learn how scam calls work, identify some common scams, and go over actions to take if you have been scammed during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 10 to 11 a.m. Teens Teach Technology is a national organization run... Learn More Holiday Bazaar - Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Saturday, October 9 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMCome join us for some holiday shopping and fun! First Annual Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser for Plainfield American Legion Marne Post 13 Auxiliary 20 vendors - lots of great holiday ... Learn More Teens Teach Technology: Lesson 2 - Scam Calls When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Saturday, October 9 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMTeens Teach Technology is an organization run by teens.  Their mission is to help adults and senior citizens bridge the technological gap, which has become more pronounced in th... Learn More Fire Prevention Week Drive Thru Open House When: Saturday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 23748 W 135th St What: The Plainfield Fire Protection District is having a Fire Prevention Week Drive Thru Open House on Saturday, October 9th from 10 am to noon at our District Headquarters, 23748 W. 135th Street. Drive thru and see our displays. Goody bags for all attendees while supplies last. Learn More It's Sable Creek Winery's Annual Harvest Party & Stomping of the Grapes Event! When: Saturday, October 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Saturday, October 9 from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PMGrape Stomping, Lucy look-a-like contest, wine, slushies, food, wine paring samples, and live music! Join us this Saturday 10/9/2021 from 1pm-930pm, for our First Annual Stomping... Learn More Featured Event: Alzheimer's Education Webinar: 10 Warning Signs When: Sunday, October 10th at 5:00 a.m. Where: Via Zoom What: Join us as we host three 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's event series on 10/10 We host three free education programs via phone or online on Sunday, October 10. The series kicks off with Conozca Las 10 Señales De Advertencia in Spanish, then two programs in English with bonus c... Learn More Featured Event: Alzheimer's Education Webinar: 10 Warning Signs (Mayra) Featured Event: Native American Artifact Show When: Sunday, October 10th at 8:00 a.m. Where: American Legion Post 489 What: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Exhibits will focus on a wide variety of Native American tools, weapons, and personal adornments some going back thousands of years. The show is sponsored by the non-profit Illinois State Archaeological Society. Residents can bring their own collections. Ta... Learn More Featured Event: Native American Artifact Show (Jean Tyrell) Featured Event: Sensory Sunday at Altitude When: Sunday, October 10th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Altitude Trampoline Park Oswego What: Each month, every 2nd Sunday we open our doors an hour early at 10am for our Sensory Sunday hour.  Especially for those jumpers who prefer a quieter and calmer jumping environment. No crowds, no music, just pure fun!  This coming Sunday 10/10 @10-11am. Learn More Featured Event: Sensory Sunday at Altitude (Nicola White) Chair Yoga (Virtual Program) When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: There are many ways to practice yoga and improve your flexibility. Instructor Gina Marie demonstrates gentle yoga poses using a chair for added comfort and stability during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual prog... Learn More Exploring Evil (Virtual Program) When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: The Eastern CT Paranormal Society presents a detailed discussion of demonic afflictions, myths and truths along with evidence to support these subhuman beings during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. To register for this virtual program, pl... Learn More The 1871 Great Chicago Fire (Virtual Program) When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: History gets real with storyteller William Pack during this virtual program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District. You'll be on the edge of your seat experiencing the fire through the pictures and words of those who survived it along with astonishing facts about the... Learn More Virtual Green Village Series: What's That Bug? When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Have you noticed some creepy crawlers inside or outside of your home? Learn to identify bugs in our area with the help of the experts from the University of Illinois Extension during this virtual Green Village Series program hosted by the Plainfield Public Library District and... Learn More Garage Sale When: Sunday, October 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 24524 Sleepy Hollow Ln What: Small home appliances, holiday decor, home decor, kids bike, games, books and much, much more Learn More School's Out Take and Make: Mini-Scarecrow When: Monday, October 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 at 12:00 AM through Tuesday, October 12 at 12:00 AMThis program is designed for children in grades K through 5.100 kits available.We will start handing out kits at 9:00 am. Kits can be picked up at the Y... Learn More Mobile Workforce Center at the Plainfield Library When: Monday, October 11th 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, every Monday in October from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. to provide support for people... Learn More Mobile Workforce Center - Plainfield Public Library District When: Monday, October 11th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PMThe WorkforceServices Division of Will County Mobile Workforce Center visits the Library every Monday from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM to help residents looking for a job.  Services inclu... Learn More Take Home Job Fair: We want to help our community When: Monday, October 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PMItâ��s a job fair, and all in one bag! Take-Home Job Fair bags will have a variety of information focused on entrepreneurship, job-searching, skill-building, resume-writing, overa... Learn More Virtual Reading Club for English Language Learners When: Monday, October 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AMLearn new words, practice your pronunciation and become more fluent in English in a relaxed group.  Improve your English by reading and discussing information from newspapers, ma... Learn More Computer Basics - Plainfield Public Library District When: Monday, October 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMFeel overwhelmed by just sitting in front of a computer? This class is for you! Take baby steps, learn basic skills, and become empowered to learn more. Learn More Draw Your Own Haunted House - Plainfield Public Library District When: Monday, October 11th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PMCartoonist Mark Anderson shows you how to create your own haunted house filled with creepy creatures in this draw-along class. Register each child attending. Masks are required f... Learn More Plainfield C.A.T.S. (Council of Advisory Teens) When: Monday, October 11th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Meow is the time to have your voice heard at the Plainfield Public Library! We meet once a month to discuss your ideas for programs, books and service projects. This month's in-person meeting is Monday, Oct. 11 from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Earn volunteer hours while expressing your opi... Learn More Plainfield C.A.T.S. (Council of Advisory Teens) When: Monday, October 11th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Monday, October 11 from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PMThis program is intended for these in grades 6 to 12. Meow is the time to have your voice heard at the library! We will meet once a month to discuss your ideas for programs, books,... Learn More English for Beginners - Level 1 - Plainfield Public Library District When: Tuesday, October 12th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Tuesday, October 12 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AMThis 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 inte... Learn More Intro to Word - Plainfield Public Library District When: Tuesday, October 12th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Tuesday, October 12 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMA basic introduction to Microsoft Word and creating and editing Word Documents.  Learn More English for Beginners - Level 2 - Plainfield Public Library District When: Tuesday, October 12th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Tuesday, October 12 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMThis 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 int... Learn More Build Ur Scent Ribbon Cutting Event - Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce When: Tuesday, October 12th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce What: Event listing from Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, October 12 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PMCome check out the new business in Plainfield.  Build Ur Scent  is a custom scent factory that allows customers the chance to enjoy one of our scent experiences. Customers can ch... Learn More Space Science - Plainfield Public Library District When: Tuesday, October 12th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Plainfield Public Library District What: Event listing from Plainfield Public Library District: Tuesday, October 12 from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PMItâ��s full STEAM ahead in this out of this world space program! Make a balloon rocket AND create a beautiful picture of an aurora borealis.   *Masks are required for everyone ove... Learn More Board of Education regular meeting - Plainfield SD 202 When: Tuesday, October 12th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Plainfield SD 202 What: Event listing from Plainfield SD 202: Tuesday, October 12 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM6:30 p.m. Closed Session 7:30 p.m. Open Session.  ***PLEASE NOTE: MASKS MUST BE WORN INSIDE THE SCHOOL AT ALL TIMES PER GOV. PRITZKER' S EXECUTIVE ORDER/MANDATE.The AGENDA  and  INSTRUCTIONS FOR P... Learn More Featured Event: Sales Development Workshop When: Wednesday, October 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: College of DuPage Naperville Center What: Selling today is all about partnering to create value for the buyer. If you are a small business owner or an independent consultant, join us to learn the skill set of "face to face" selling. The majority of small businesses in the US have one to five employees.  Often, the bus... Learn More Check out more awesome local events, 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.