Library programs

Frankfort Public Library, 21119 S. Pfeiffer Road, (815) 469-2423.

Special Gift, Memorial for a Friend: Go to the circulation desk and ask about having a book plated in honor or memory of a friend. Look in the basket of books to be plated and make your selection. All books are marked with their prices. Your selection then has a book plate put inside the front cover. The book is then placed on hold, and the person you've dedicated the book to is notified and can be the first person to check out the book. You can also adopt a magazine. For more information, call (815) 469-2423.

Internet Classes: The library will give a series of Internet classes in October, November and December. E-mail Basics, Intermediate and Advanced Internet classes are offered. Free. Register in person at the library. For more information, call (815) 469-2423.

Rediscovering the Classics: 7 p.m. Feb. 4. "Invisable Man," by Ralph Ellison.

Joliet Public Library, main library, 150 N. Ottawa St., (815) 740-2660; 3395 Black Road, (815) 740-2662.

Internet classes: The libraries offer Internet classes throughout the month at both locations. For more information, call (815) 740-2666, Ext. 50.

Non-profit Organization Set-Up Assistance: 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays, Information Services Department located on the second floor of the library. A qualified business teacher is available to answer questions about setting up a non-profit organization. For more information, call (815) 740-2666.

Joliet Public Library, Black Road branch, 3395 Black Road, Joliet

Internet classes: The libraries offer Internet classes throughout the month at both locations. For more information, call (815) 740-2666, Ext. 50.

Adult Reading Group: 10 a.m. Jan. 20. Group will discuss "Behind Eclaire's Doors" by Sophie Dunbar.

Mokena Public Library District, 11327 W. 195th St., (708) 479-9663.

Internet classes: 1 to 2 p.m. fourth Wednesdays of each month; 7 to 8 p.m. one Thursday night each month (call for dates); 10-11 a.m. one Saturday morning (call for dates), for adults, will offer classes in basic Internet use to the adults residents of the district (18 years and older), residents may register for only one class, call for dates and to register.

New Lenox Public Library, 120 Veterans Parkway, (815) 485-2605.

Health and Nutrition: 1 p.m. Jan. 5, New Lenox Public Library. Program on managing your health and nutrition. No registration is required.

Plainfield Public Library, 705 N. Illinois St., (815) 436-6639.

Chess Club: 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Plainfield Public Library. Anyone who plays chess is welcome. For more information, call (815) 436-6639 or (815) 439-2877.

Writer's Workshop: 7 p.m. first Thursday of the month. Learn how the act of writing everyday in ajournal can help you hone your skills. Small, private group, and no readings from private journals. To register, go to www.plainfield.lib.il.us, click on the Reservations link, choose the Register for an Event button, and fill in the information. Or you can call the Reference Desk at (815) 436-6639.