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Great Decisions Discussion Group (Online)

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

Online only

Discuss chapter 5 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

Online only

Discuss chapter 5 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

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.

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Reel Talk Movie Discussion: The Gift (R) [Online]

Friday, August 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

A young married couple's lives are thrown into a harrowing tailspin when an acquaintance from the husband's past brings mysterious gifts and a horrifying secret to light after more than 20 years.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

A young married couple's lives are thrown into a harrowing tailspin when an acquaintance from the husband's past brings mysterious gifts and a horrifying secret to light after more than 20 years.

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.

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AI Book Discussion: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro

Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.

ESL Class Registration - Returning Students (Drop-in)

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults

Informational meeting, registration, and placement testing for students who were enrolled in the ESL Class program last year. Registration and testing can take up to 2 hours.

Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESL
Event Details:

Informational meeting, registration, and placement testing for students who were enrolled in the ESL Class program last year. Registration and testing can take up to 2 hours.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

Vegetarian entree

Vegetarian Entrees Explored with Chef Susan Maddox

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Broaden your palette of cooking methods and techniques for vegetarian entrees with Chef Susan Maddox.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Broaden your palette of cooking methods and techniques for vegetarian entrees with Chef Susan Maddox.

ESL Class Registration - New Students (Drop-in)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

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Great Decisions Discussion Group

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

In-person only

Discuss chapter 5 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

In-person only

Discuss chapter 5 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

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Saving Seeds for Tomorrow's Garden

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Saving seeds from your garden can help you save money, become more self-sufficient, and adapt seeds to your local conditions.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:
Saving seeds from your garden can help you save money, become more self-sufficient, and adapt seeds to your local conditions.
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World Language Movie Discussion: The Beasts (Online)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

An expatriate French couple Antoine and Olga run an organic farm in the remote Spanish countryside, their idealism stirring quiet resentment among the tight-knit locals who have worked the land for generations.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

An expatriate French couple Antoine and Olga run an organic farm in the remote Spanish countryside, their idealism stirring quiet resentment among the tight-knit locals who have worked the land for generations.

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.

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Rendezvous with Rachel Revere™

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

During May 1775, Rachel Revere had only heard from her beloved husband Paul once since his legendary midnight ride. Rachel desperately tries to unite her family, amidst the wake of an American Revolution.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

During May 1775, Rachel Revere had only heard from her beloved husband Paul once since his legendary midnight ride. Rachel desperately tries to unite her family, amidst the wake of an American Revolution.

Open Makerspace

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art / Craft, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Stop by to work on personalized crafts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other projects.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by to work on personalized crafts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other projects.

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Book Trails Walking Club

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Book lovers, this is your chance to chat about favorites while enjoying nature. There's no required reading. Just come prepared to talk about books with fellow participants.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book lovers, this is your chance to chat about favorites while enjoying nature. There's no required reading. Just come prepared to talk about books with fellow participants.

Off The Hook

Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online)

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Age Group:
Adults
Off the Hook:

If you crochet, knit, or do any kind of handcrafting, join this casual online meetup to work on your project in the comfort of your home while in the good company of other crafters...

This event is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1485, or in person at the library.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Off the Hook

If you crochet, knit, or do any kind of handcrafting, join this casual online meetup to work on your project in the comfort of your home while in the good company of other crafters. All skill levels are welcome. Grab your favorite beverage and join in!

Register below. Email address required; you will receive an invitation with instructions on how to log in to the event.

This event is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1485, or in person at 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.

Memory Café - Buffalo Grove

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their care partner for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their care partner for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive. 

Library Closed - Labor Day Weekend (Sunday)

All Day
Vernon Area Public Library

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.

Library Closed - Labor Day

All Day
Vernon Area Public Library

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.

Writers' Support Group

Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome.

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.

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Great Decisions Discussion Group (Online)

Friday, September 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

Online only

Discuss chapter 6 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

Online only

Discuss chapter 6 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

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.

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Great Decisions Discussion Group

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

In-person only

Discuss chapter 6 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

In-person only

Discuss chapter 6 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Library Closed - Staff Training

All Day
Vernon Area Public Library

The library is closed today while we conduct a day of staff training to improve our service to you.

Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed today while we conduct a day of staff training to improve our service to you.

Memory Café - Buffalo Grove

Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults

Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their care partner for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their care partner for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive. 

Writers' Support Group

Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome.

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.

Book cover with Africa

Great Decisions Discussion Group (Online)

Friday, October 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

Online only

Discuss chapter 7 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

Online only

Discuss chapter 7 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Register one person per household. 

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.

Book Cover with Africa

Great Decisions Discussion Group

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Civics
Age Group:
Adults

In-person only

Discuss chapter 7 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civics
Registration Required
Event Details:

In-person only

Discuss chapter 7 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Facilitated by Gary Midkiff.