Little Play Box: July Pickup Begins

All Day
Early Childhood
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning
Event Details:

Little Play Box

Current subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning on this day to pick your activity box for this month.

The Little Play Box is designed especially for the developmental needs of children ages 0-2.

Each month, subscribers to the Little Play Box will receive a box containing supplies and instructions for a crafty play experience. The activity materials are yours to keep forever.

Here’s the best part: It’s all free! All you need is a Vernon Area Public Library card.

New subscribers...

... then watch for an email letting you know when your subscription request is confirmed!

Your July box includes supplies for a craft called  "Beach Greeting Card."

Foundation Fundraiser with Shake Shack

11:00am–9:30pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Have one less meal to plan and support the Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library when you dine at Shake Shack of Vernon Hills today. 

Frog Lady & Friends in the Garden

4:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Library Learning Garden
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5 with an adult. A library favorite! The Frog Lady brings her frogs and friends to the library. Learn more about her favorite amphibians and reptiles and see them up close.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult must attend

For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.

This outdoor event takes place in the Library Learning Garden

The Library Learning Garden is located next to the Library Annex at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. 

Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden.

Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available.

📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden