This event is in the "Adults" group. Games for Grown-ups Sunday, April 6, 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. Apr 6 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: 17 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Junior Volunteer Application Period All Day 4/7 - 4/14 Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Volunteer at the library this summer and make a difference. Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community, develop new skills, and earn service hours. If you'll be in... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 7 - 14 2025 Junior Volunteer Application Period All Day 4/7 - 4/14 Library Branch: Online Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Volunteer at the library this summer and make a difference. Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community, develop new skills, and earn service hours.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Monday, April 7, 2025 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. Apr 7 2025 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, April 7, 2025 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. Apr 7 2025 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 "Adults" group. Shakespeare Project of Chicago presents "The Tempest" Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Performance Age Group: Adults Event Details: Shakespeare's The Tempest is a tale of magic, betrayal, and redemption, where the exiled Duke Prospero uses his powers to shipwreck his enemies on an island, seeking justice and re... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Shakespeare Project of Chicago presents "The Tempest" 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Required Seats Remaining: 22 Event Details: Shakespeare's The Tempest is a tale of magic, betrayal, and redemption, where the exiled Duke Prospero uses his powers to shipwreck his enemies on an island, seeking justice and reconciliation.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options (Online) Monday, April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, as she guides you through the complex landscape of student loans, emphasizing how these debts can impact long-term financial goals, inclu... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, as she guides you through the complex landscape of student loans, emphasizing how these debts can impact long-term financial goals, including retirement savings. 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 "Early Childhood" group. Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 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. Apr 8 2025 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, April 8, 2025 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. Apr 8 2025 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 "Adults" group. English Language Learners Conversation Group (Online) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 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 event is free and open to all adults. Signup is required. Sign up online here,... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group (Online) 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers. Disclaimer(s) 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. Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (4:30 pm) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-5. Exercise your creative muscles in this lively, interactive drawing class with professional cartoonist Mark Anderson. Here there be cartoon monsters! Dangerous drag... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (4:30 pm) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Grades K-5. Exercise your creative muscles in this lively, interactive drawing class with professional cartoonist Mark Anderson.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (6 pm) Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-5. Exercise your creative muscles in this lively, interactive drawing class with professional cartoonist Mark Anderson.Here there be cartoon monsters! Dangerous dragons, k... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Cartoon Workshop with Mark Anderson (6 pm) 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Grades K-5. Exercise your creative muscles in this lively, interactive drawing class with professional cartoonist Mark Anderson.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Excel: Advanced Functions Tuesday, April 8, 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:Splitting, combining, and capitalizing cellsDate functions & calculationsSorting & filteringIF functionsT... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Microsoft Excel: Advanced Functions 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 5 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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) Wednesday, April 9, 2025 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. Apr 9 2025 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
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) Wednesday, April 9, 2025 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. Apr 9 2025 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: 43 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 224-543-1486, 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. Experience Bronzeville with Dilla Thomas (Hybrid) Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Bronzeville is a center for African-American life and culture in Chicago. Learn about the neighborhood's rich history and modern influence with Sherman "Dilla" Thomas, a moder... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Experience Bronzeville with Dilla Thomas (Hybrid) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 78 Event Details: Bronzeville is a center for African-American life and culture in Chicago.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, April 10, 2025 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. Apr 10 2025 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 "Adults" group. Book Discussion with Judy Levin - In Person Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Discussion Age Group: Adults Event Details: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls. After encouraging her younger step-brother to participate in daredevil activities leads to an accident, Sallie Kincaid is cast out of her fam... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin - In Person 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls. After encouraging her younger step-brother to participate in daredevil activities leads to an accident, Sallie Kincaid is cast out of her family. 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 event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, April 10, 2025 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. Apr 10 2025 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. Maker Class: Felt Succulents Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: We will use wool-blend felt cut with the library's new Silhouette Cameo 5 cutting machine to create an attractive decoration. All materials will be supplied.This event is free and ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Maker Class: Felt Succulents 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: We will use wool-blend felt cut with the library's new Silhouette Cameo 5 cutting machine to create an attractive decoration. All materials will be supplied. 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 event is in the "Adults" group. Writers' Support Group Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: Discussion Age Group: Adults Event Details: Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome. Additional information on our M... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Writers' Support Group 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 14 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online) Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible pl... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page b 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 "Adults" group. Great Decisions Discussion Group (Online) Friday, April 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Online Program Type: Civics Age Group: Adults Event Details: Online onlyProfessor Gary Midkiff discusses chapter 3 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Register one name per household.Registered i... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Great Decisions Discussion Group (Online) 1:00pm - 2:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Online onlyProfessor Gary Midkiff discusses chapter 3 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Register one name 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.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Minecraft Mania Treats (Online) Friday, April 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Add some fun to Friday night. Log in from your kitchen and cook along live over Zoom using recipes you receive in advance. Event Details: Grab your helmet and pickaxe as we create and build some Minecraft inspired treats. Remember - never dig straight down! Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Minecraft Mania Treats (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 16 Cook Along with Chef Kristyn Add some fun to Friday night. Log in from your kitchen and cook along live over Zoom using recipes you receive in advance. Event Details: Grab your helmet and pickaxe as we create and build some Minecraft inspired treats. Remember - never dig straight down! 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 "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Family Concert: Istvan & His Imaginary Band Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Performance Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Event Details: Dance and rock to original songs in an interactive concert with Parents Choice award-winning artist Istvan. Underneath his cleverly crafted songs little lessons are being taught, c... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Family Concert: Istvan & His Imaginary Band 11:00am - 11:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Required Seats Remaining: 45 Event Details: Dance and rock to original songs in an interactive concert with Parents Choice award-winning artist Istvan. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
