Take & Make Kit: Sledding Fun!

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

[Pickup]

 All ages. Ask for the Sledding Fun Kit when you visit the Youth Desk in the library or the drive-up window during regular business hours. While supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

ESL Class - Beginner

9:15am - 12:15pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Quiet Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Event Details:

Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks are encouraged

Masks are strongly encouraged at all indoor library programs. Masks are available on your way in if you need one. We respect each person’s right to decide what is best for themselves and their family, and we ask everyone to treat their fellow attendees with kindness and respect for the choices they make.

This program will not be recorded

This online program is only available as it happens. There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.

Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in)

9:30am - 10:00am
Early Childhood
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning

Wiggling Ones

Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia.

Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop in to this storytime

No advance signup is required. Just claim an entry ticket when you arrive on the day of the program. Tickets are free and available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the program. 

Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. 

Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info

Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in)

10:30am - 11:00am
Early Childhood
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning

Wiggling Ones

Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia.

Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session.

Disclaimer(s)

Drop in to this storytime

No advance signup is required. Just claim an entry ticket when you arrive on the day of the program. Tickets are free and available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the program. 

Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. 

Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info

Exploring Great Artists: Rene Magritte (Grades K-2)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Elementary
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Grades K-2 with an adult.  Explore the concept of surrealism and reflection inspired by Rene Magritte. Participants will create a reflection of a dream-like image in the iris of an eye.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult must attend

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

Exploring Great Artists: Rene Magritte (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Elementary
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Grades 3-5.  Explore the concept of surrealism and reflection inspired by Rene Magritte. Participants will create a reflection of a dream-like image in the iris of an eye.

Restoring Photos with GIMP

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

GIMP is a free, open-source alternative to Photoshop. This class covers:

Disclaimer(s)

Masks are encouraged

Masks are strongly encouraged at all indoor library programs. Masks are available on your way in if you need one. We respect each person’s right to decide what is best for themselves and their family, and we ask everyone to treat their fellow attendees with kindness and respect for the choices they make.

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 1 of 12 (Online)

7:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Event Details:

[Online] If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom meeting

This event takes place on Zoom. Meeting format allows the group to interact with one another. Cameras are optional. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event.