This event is in the "Adults" group. SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/21 - 5/5 Lobby / Cafe at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop off unused shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Please tie or band together in pairs. Every year, across the globe, millions of pairs of shoes end up in landfills or d... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr-May 2024 SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/21 - 5/5 Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off unused shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Please tie or band together in pairs.
This event is in the "Adults" group. More Than Muses: Women Composers Throughout History Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Performance Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Sapphire Woodwind Quintet performs music composed by women throughout history. Enjoy selections from Maddalena Casulana, the first woman to have music published, as well as a v... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2024 Wed More Than Muses: Women Composers Throughout History 6:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Required Seats Remaining: 47 Event Details: The Sapphire Woodwind Quintet performs music composed by women throughout history. Enjoy selections from Maddalena Casulana, the first woman to have music published, as well as a variety of German, French, and contemporary musicians.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm Online Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Evening Stories with Miss Emily: Age 3 - grade 2. Put on pajamas and enjoy a bedtime story with Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Sign up is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-54... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 1 2024 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 30 Evening Stories with Miss Emily Age 3 - grade 2. Put on pajamas and enjoy a bedtime story with Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Sign up is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1485, or in person at any service desk in the library. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:15pm Quiet Reading Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults 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 f... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 2 2024 Thu ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm 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. 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Preschool Storytime: Ages 3-5 without an adult. Get ready for school with Miss Emily by practicing the language, listening, and pre-reading skills needed for kindergarten. Children attend this story... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 2 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5 without an adult. Get ready for school with Miss Emily by practicing the language, listening, and pre-reading skills needed for kindergarten. Children attend this storytime independently (while their adult remains in the library), giving them an opportunity to practice being in a classroom setting. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Tickets are required for Preschool Storytime Tickets are free and are 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. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info 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 event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Preschool Storytime: Ages 3-5 without an adult. Get ready for school with Miss Emily by practicing the language, listening, and pre-reading skills needed for kindergarten. Children attend this story... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 2 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5 without an adult. Get ready for school with Miss Emily by practicing the language, listening, and pre-reading skills needed for kindergarten. Children attend this storytime independently (while their adult remains in the library), giving them an opportunity to practice being in a classroom setting. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Tickets are required for Preschool Storytime Tickets are free and are 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. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info 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 event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Take & Make Kit: Star Wars All Day Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: [Pickup] All ages. Ask for the Star Wars kit when you visit the Youth Desk in the library or the drive up window during regular business hours. While supplies last. Your ki... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 3 2024 Fri Take & Make Kit: Star Wars All Day 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 Star Wars 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Science Detectives Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 3-6 with an adult. This literature-based program encourages children and their adults to discover the world around them by engaging in hands-on science activities. This month ... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 3 2024 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Ages 3-6 with an adult. This literature-based program encourages children and their adults to discover the world around them by engaging in hands-on science activities. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Rosette Surprise and Cake Pops Friday, May 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens Event Details: Celebrate Spring with cake pops and rosette surprise cupcakes with Chef Kristyn in this interactive cook along. Recipes sent out the week of the program. Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 3 2024 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Rosette Surprise and Cake Pops 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Celebrate Spring with cake pops and rosette surprise cupcakes with Chef Kristyn in this interactive cook along. Recipes sent out the week of the program. Disclaimer(s) 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.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Free Comic Book Day Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Youth Department at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: Held each year on the first Saturday in May, Free Comic Book Day is a single day when publishers, distributors and retail stores across North America and around the world give away... This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 4 2024 Sat Free Comic Book Day 9:00am - 5:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Department Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Held each year on the first Saturday in May, Free Comic Book Day is a single day when publishers, distributors and retail stores across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free in an effort to introduce more readers Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Rebel Princess Story Time Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Read with a real Rebel Princess! Celebrate May the 4th with an interactive story time followed by a personal Meet & Greet with intergalactic Photo Ops! Character appearance pro... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 4 2024 Sat Rebel Princess Story Time 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Read with a real Rebel Princess! Celebrate May the 4th with an interactive story time followed by a personal Meet & Greet with intergalactic Photo Ops! Character appearance provided by Parties with Character. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (1 pm) Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Somewhat recently, in a universe just over that way… Space Fights! Come draw all of your favorite Space Fight characters: Varth Mader! Duke Cloudrunner! Princess Mia! C3-D2... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 4 2024 Sat Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (1 pm) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Somewhat recently, in a universe just over that way… Space Fights!
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (2:30pm) Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Somewhat recently, in a universe just over that way… Space Fights! Come draw all of your favorite Space Fight characters: Varth Mader! Duke Cloudrunner! Princess ... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 4 2024 Sat Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (2:30pm) 2:30pm - 3:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Somewhat recently, in a universe just over that way… Space Fights!
This event is in the "Teens" group. Junior Volunteer Scheduling Day Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Junior Volunteer scheduling for accepted volunteers only. By appointment only. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 5 2024 Sun Junior Volunteer Scheduling Day 12:00pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Junior Volunteer scheduling for accepted volunteers only. By appointment only. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:15pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults 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 f... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2024 Mon ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program 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. 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Together 2s & 3s: Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 A... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 6 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Together 2s & 3s: Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 A... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 6 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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
This event is in the "Teens" group. Junior Volunteer Scheduling Day Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Junior Volunteer scheduling for accepted volunteers only. By appointment only. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 6 2024 Mon Junior Volunteer Scheduling Day 5:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Junior Volunteer scheduling for accepted volunteers only. By appointment only. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Parent Education: What to Know When Your Child Turns 18 [Online] Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online Program Type: Parent Education Age Group: Adults Event Details: When your child turns eighteen and is considered a legal adult, a parent's right to make medical decisions on their behalf, obtain their medical information and assist with their f... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2024 Mon Parent Education: What to Know When Your Child Turns 18 [Online] 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Parent Education Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: When your child turns eighteen and is considered a legal adult, a parent's right to make medical decisions on their behalf, obtain their medical information and assist with their financial affairs becomes limited. Explore what you need to kn Disclaimer(s) Zoom webinar This webinar takes place on Zoom. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event using your computer, smartphone or tablet. Or you may choose to listen in (without video) from your telephone.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Garden Wonders (Grades K-2) Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Discover the ways that animals and humans work together to make the library garden thrive in this STEM-tacular program. Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 6 2024 Mon Garden Wonders (Grades K-2) 6:30pm - 7:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Discover the ways that animals and humans work together to make the library garden thrive in this STEM-tacular program. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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 event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 9:15am - 12:15pm Quiet Reading Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults 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 f... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2024 Tue ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm 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. 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Off Site Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Bring your little acorn to a very special storytime at a local assisted living facility, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove. Home residents join an intergenerat... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 7 2024 Tue Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. English Language Learners Conversation Group Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Online Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers. This program is free and open to all adults. You must sign up. You are not requ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Required Seats Remaining: 9 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Betty White: A Lifetime of Laughter [Hybrid] Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: An actress and activist, comedian Betty White was a woman of many achievements both on and off the screen. Learn about the early years, career highlights and legacy of this comedy ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2024 Tue Betty White: A Lifetime of Laughter [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 26 Event Details: An actress and activist, comedian Betty White was a woman of many achievements both on and off the screen. Learn about the early years, career highlights and legacy of this comedy star with Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek.
