This event is in the "Adults" group. Games for Grown-ups Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.Join a game of chess, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Crokinole, or other popular boar... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 23 2025 Sun Games for Grown-ups 12:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Adults" group. English Language Learners Conversation Group Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.This event is free and open to all adults. Signup is required. Sign up online here,... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Frank Lloyd Wright & Nature Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Explore how Frank Lloyd Wright integrated nature and innovative design in his architecture through a vision to reconnect his industrialized, increasingly isolated contemporaries wi... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Frank Lloyd Wright & Nature 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 96 Event Details: Explore how Frank Lloyd Wright integrated nature and innovative design in his architecture through a vision to reconnect his industrialized, increasingly isolated contemporaries with the natural world’s essential truths.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 2-4) Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends.This program is open to anyone in grades 2-4. Registration is required. Regist... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 2-4) 4:30pm - 5:45pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 5-8) Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends.This program is open to anyone in grades 5-8. Registration is required. Regist... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 5-8) 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Excel: Basics Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: A total beginner's introduction to Excel. This class covers:Creating and saving spreadsheetsAn introduction to the excel interfaceNavigating and manipulating cellsEntering and... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Microsoft Excel: Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: A total beginner's introduction to Excel. This class covers: Disclaimer(s) Technology Training Resources The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 11 of 12 (Online) Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm Online Program Type: Civics Age Group: Adults 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 hist... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 11 of 12 (Online) 7:00pm - 8:45pm 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Spring Dance Celebration (9:30 am, Drop-In) Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Dance away the winter blues with this high-energy, cheerful romp into spring.This event is free and open to ages 0-5 with an adult. No signup required. This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Dance Celebration (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 Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Dance away the winter blues with this high-energy, cheerful romp into spring.This event is free and open to ages 0-5 with an adult. No signup required. 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. Spring Dance Celebration (10:30 am, Drop-In) Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Dance away the winter blues with this high-energy, cheerful romp into spring.This event is free and open to ages 0-5 with an adult. No signup required. This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Dance Celebration (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 Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Dance away the winter blues with this high-energy, cheerful romp into spring.This event is free and open to ages 0-5 with an adult. No signup required. 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 "Elementary" group. Spring Harvest Prints (Grades K-2) Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Learn how farmers grow the food we eat and which fruits and vegetables are harvested in spring. Then use assorted fruits and vegetables to experiment... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Harvest Prints (Grades K-2) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Learn how farmers grow the food we eat and which fruits and vegetables are harvested in spring. Then use assorted fruits and vegetables to experiment and create your own prints. Dress for a mess. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Spring Harvest Prints (Grades 3-5) Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades 3-5. Learn how farmers grow the food we eat and which fruits and vegetables are harvested in spring. Then use assorted fruits and vegetables to experiment and create yo... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Harvest Prints (Grades 3-5) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Learn how farmers grow the food we eat and which fruits and vegetables are harvested in spring. Then use assorted fruits and vegetables to experiment and create your own prints. Dress for a mess.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Mini Math Magicians Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Mini Math Magicians: 3-5 years. Explore math concepts through books, games, and activities with preschool pro Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online her... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Mini Math Magicians 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 20 Mini Math Magicians 3-5 years. Explore math concepts through books, games, and activities with preschool pro Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the library. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Memory Café - Buffalo Grove Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Off Site Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization. This event is free and open to adults. Signup is required. Sign ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Marshmallow Peeps Diorama Contest Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Teens Event Details: Show your artistic skills and compete for prizes. Come with ideas to recreate a scene from a book, movie or TV show using marshmallow peeps. All supplies are provided.This event is... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Marshmallow Peeps Diorama Contest 3:00pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Show your artistic skills and compete for prizes. Come with ideas to recreate a scene from a book, movie or TV show using marshmallow peeps. All supplies are provided.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Word: Formatting Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: An introduction to formatting documents. This class covers:Paragraph alignment and spacingSetting tabsCreating columnsAdjust the line spacing & alignment of text in a document&... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Microsoft Word: Formatting 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: An introduction to formatting documents. This class covers: Disclaimer(s) Technology Training Resources The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Monday, March 31, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:15pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 am-12:15... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 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: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. All skill levels are welcome. Disclaimer(s) 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (3:30 pm) Monday, March 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Adults Event Details: Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (3:30 pm) 3:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan Barzacchini and Mike Barzacchini.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (6:30 pm) Monday, March 31, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Adults Event Details: Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (6:30 pm) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan Barzacchini and Mike Barzacchini.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) Monday, March 31, 2025 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... Event Details: This event will also take place on the following dates. April 28 May 19 Please register for each session separately. Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 31 2025 Mon Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 47 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. Event Details: This event will also take place on the following dates. 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 event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Little Play Box: April Pickup Begins All Day Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood 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... Event Details: Your April box includes supplies for a "Jumping Rabbit" craft. This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Little Play Box: April Pickup Begins All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning 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...Sign up here ... then watch for an email letting you know when your subscription request is confirmed! Event Details: Your April box includes supplies for a "Jumping Rabbit" craft.
This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 9:15am - 12:15pm Quiet Reading Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: ESL Age Group: Adults 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... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 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: 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.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. April Fools' Day Science (Grades K-2) Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday. This event is free and open to children in g... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue April Fools' Day Science (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. April Fools' Day Science (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades 3-5. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday. This event is free and open to children in grades 3-5. Si... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue April Fools' Day Science (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 7:45pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Excel: Formulas & Functions Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: An introduction to using Excel for calculations. This class covers:Basic calculations with arithmetic operatorsAutomating calculations with AutofillThe SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, and MAX f... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Microsoft Excel: Formulas & Functions 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: An introduction to using Excel for calculations. This class covers: Disclaimer(s) Technology Training Resources The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
