ESL Class - Beginner

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

Do you want to improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills? Presented in partnership with Mundelein District 120 Adult Education, Vernon Area Public Library offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults.

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ESL

New students may join at any time and all skill levels are welcome. To check for availability please call the Mundelein District 120 Adult Education Department at 847-949-2200 Ext. 1399. Presented in partnership with Mundelein District 120 Adult Education.

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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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
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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.

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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

ESL Class - Open Registration

9:30am - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Event Details:

This registration is for students who are new to the English as a Second Language (ESL) class. The morning includes an informational meeting, placement testing (beginner, intermediate, or advanced), and registration.

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

10:30am - 11:00am
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

English Language Learners Conversation Group

11:00am - 12:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.

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.

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.

Potential Impact of Foreign Policy on the 2024 Presidential Campaigns [Hybrid]

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics, General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Event Details:

Learn about the candidates’ stand on major foreign policy issues with James Marquardt, professor of International Relations at Lake Forest College.

Election Equipment Showcase, presented by Lake County Clerk's Office

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Lobby / Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Event Details:

Meet the Lake County Clerk's Office elections staff and learn about the updated voting equipment set to enhance the 2024 elections.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

Winter STEM Storytime (Grades K-2)

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades K-2 with and adult. This Winter STEM storytime will feature an entertaining tale and a variety of related STEM activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult must attend

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

MOVED ONLINE: Intro to Python: Part 1

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This is part 1 of a 3-part Python series.

Learn, practice, and experiment with the basics of Python in this three-part, hands-on class. 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.

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