This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Thursday, November 21, 2024 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. Nov 21 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: 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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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 "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, November 21, 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. Nov 21 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, November 21, 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. Nov 21 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 "Adults" group. Memory Café - Buffalo Grove Thursday, November 21, 2024 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 month's activity: movement. This event is free and open to ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization. This month's activity: movement.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Makerspace Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts. This event is free and open... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Open Makerspace 2:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts. This event is free and open to ages 18 & up. Sign-up is required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Get out those last few wiggles during an evening storytime with Miss Julia. This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Get out those last few wiggles during an evening storytime with Miss Julia. 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
This event is in the "Adults" group. Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Off Site Program Type: Discussion Age Group: Adults Event Details: In your 20s or 30s and thirsting for intelligent conversation with excellent people? Meet for a book discussion at the Chatterbox of Long Grove with excellent people over adult bev... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Event Details: In your 20s or 30s and thirsting for intelligent conversation with excellent people? Meet for a book discussion at the Chatterbox of Long Grove with excellent people over adult beverages and delicious food.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Toys for Tots Collection 11/22/2024 @ 9:00am to 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop off new, unwrapped toys for the annual Toys for Tots campaign with the Great Lakes Marine Corp. Collection boxes will be in lobby from November 22 - December 8. This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 22 - 27 2024 Toys for Tots Collection 11/22/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new, unwrapped toys for the annual Toys for Tots campaign with the Great Lakes Marine Corp. Collection boxes will be in lobby from November 22 - December 8.
This event is in the "Adults" group. After-Hours 50th Birthday Celebration & Fundraiser Friday, November 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Adults 21+ | Tickets $25 Purchase tickets through Eventbrite: TICKETS Celebrate 50 years of great library service in your community while helping to build for the next 50 yea... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 22 2024 Fri After-Hours 50th Birthday Celebration & Fundraiser 7:00pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Adults 21+ | Tickets $25 Purchase tickets through Eventbrite: TICKETS
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Bilingual Storytime: Mandarin Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: 0-6 years. Read stories and sing songs in Mandarin and English with Miss Laura. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 2... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 23 2024 Sat Bilingual Storytime: Mandarin 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: 2 Event Details: 0-6 years. Read stories and sing songs in Mandarin and English with Miss Laura. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Monday, November 25, 2024 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. Nov 25 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: 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 "Early Childhood" group. Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Monday, November 25, 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. Nov 25 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, November 25, 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. Nov 25 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 "Elementary" group. Popsicle Stick Engineering Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Put your creative and engineering skills to the test! Have fun completing different building challenges and problem solving different questions using popsicle sticks and binder cli... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 25 2024 Mon Popsicle Stick Engineering 4:30pm - 5:45pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Put your creative and engineering skills to the test! Have fun completing different building challenges and problem solving different questions using popsicle sticks and binder clips.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Popsicle Stick Engineering Monday, November 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Teens Event Details: Put your creative and engineering skills to the test! Have fun completing different building challenges and problem solving different questions using popsicle sticks and binder cli... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 25 2024 Mon Popsicle Stick Engineering 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Put your creative and engineering skills to the test! Have fun completing different building challenges and problem solving different questions using popsicle sticks and binder clips.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) Monday, November 25, 2024 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... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 25 2024 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: 20 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. 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 "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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. Nov 26 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: 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 "Early Childhood" group. Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood 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 sessi... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (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 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
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood 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 sessi... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (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 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
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Dinovember Science (Grades K-2) Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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. Get hands-on to explore dinosaurs, their adaptations, and their fossils. This event is free and open to children in grades K-2 with an adult. Signup is... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Dinovember 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: 0 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Get hands-on to explore dinosaurs, their adaptations, and their fossils. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Dinovember Science (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades 3-5. Get hands-on to explore dinosaurs, their adaptations, and their fossils. This event is free and open to children in grades 3-5 with an adult. Signup is required... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 26 2024 Tue Dinovember 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: 2 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Get hands-on to explore dinosaurs, their adaptations, and their fossils.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey. After storytime, connect with neighbors while your ... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 27 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey. 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
CLOSING 5PM - Thanksgiving Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm Vernon Area Public Library The library closes at 5 PM today as we head into the Thanksgiving holiday. Closing Nov 27 2024 Wed Closing CLOSING 5PM - Thanksgiving 5:00pm - 9:00pm Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library closes at 5 PM today as we head into the Thanksgiving holiday.
CLOSED - Thanksgiving All Day Vernon Area Public Library The library is closed today in observance of Thanksgiving. Closing Nov 28 2024 Thu Closing CLOSED - Thanksgiving All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today in observance of Thanksgiving.
