This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Lasagna (Online) Friday, January 23, 2026 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. Cozy up with some lasagna and garlic bread recipes. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Lasagna (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: 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. Cozy up with some lasagna and garlic bread recipes. 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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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 Chess (Grades 2-4) Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Grades 2-4. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 2-4) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 2-4. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Spotlight: Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore, God of the Woods Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlights. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Author Spotlight: Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore, God of the Woods 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlights. Disclaimer(s) Online webinar This event takes place online using a videoconferencing platform such as Zoom. After you sign up, you'll get an email with a link to join on your computer, phone, or tablet. You may also be able to call in by phone to listen without video.
This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Chess (Grades 5-8) Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens Grades 5-8. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 5-8) 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 5-8. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group Love in the Library: Romance Authors Discussion Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Let's delve into our love for romance novels! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Love in the Library: Romance Authors Discussion 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Let's delve into our love for romance novels!
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Spotlight: Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online Program Type: Civics, General Interest Age Group: Adults View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Author Spotlight: Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics, General Interest Event Details: Disclaimer(s) Online webinar This event takes place online using a videoconferencing platform such as Zoom. After you sign up, you'll get an email with a link to join on your computer, phone, or tablet. You may also be able to call in by phone to listen without video.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Prom Dress Collection All Day 2/6 - 3/6 Lobby / Cafe at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens, Adults Drop off new or almost-new formal wear and accessories and help local young women attend their Prom in style. In partnership with Zengeler Cleaners and Mothers Trust Foundation of Lake County. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb-Mar 6 2026 Prom Dress Collection All Day 2/6–3/6 Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new or almost-new formal wear and accessories and help local young women attend their Prom in style. In partnership with Zengeler Cleaners and Mothers Trust Foundation of Lake County.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Instrument Petting Zoo with the School of Rock Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary For families with children grades K-5.Meet musicians from the Libertyville School of Rock for an opportunity to see, hear, touch, and even play a variety of guitars, drums and keyboard instruments. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 10 2026 Tue Instrument Petting Zoo with the School of Rock 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: For families with children grades K-5.Meet musicians from the Libertyville School of Rock for an opportunity to see, hear, touch, and even play a variety of guitars, drums and keyboard instruments. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Mystery of Nancy Drew Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Ninety years ago, a plucky detective stepped out of her blue roadster and into the hearts of readers. The brainchild of publisher Edward Stratemeyer, Nancy Drew proved that a strong heroine with style and bravery could win huge popularity. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 11 2026 Wed The Mystery of Nancy Drew 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Ninety years ago, a plucky detective stepped out of her blue roadster and into the hearts of readers. The brainchild of publisher Edward Stratemeyer, Nancy Drew proved that a strong heroine with style and bravery could win huge popularity.
This event is in the "Elementary" group K9 Reading Buddies Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Grades 1-5. A trained therapy dog listens patiently while your grade school student reads aloud, helping build confidence and encourage reading. View Details This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 11 2026 Wed K9 Reading Buddies 6:15pm–7:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Grades 1-5. A trained therapy dog listens patiently while your grade school student reads aloud, helping build confidence and encourage reading.
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Spotlight: Women's Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, The Conjuring of America Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Program Type: Civics, General Interest Age Group: Adults Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, Award-Winning Author and Professor of Philosophy View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Author Spotlight: Women's Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, The Conjuring of America 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics, General Interest Event Details: Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart, Award-Winning Author and Professor of Philosophy Disclaimer(s) Online webinar This event takes place online using a videoconferencing platform such as Zoom. After you sign up, you'll get an email with a link to join on your computer, phone, or tablet. You may also be able to call in by phone to listen without video.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writing Your Life Lessons & Legacies Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Communicate and preserve your values, stories, wisdom, and blessings for future generations. Everyone has something important to share. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 15 2026 Sun Writing Your Life Lessons & Legacies 1:00pm–2:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Communicate and preserve your values, stories, wisdom, and blessings for future generations. Everyone has something important to share.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Winter Olympics Fun with Roary! Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Grades K-5. Compete with the library's very own T-Rex, Roary, and get excited about the 2026 Winter Olympics! Bring your future Olympians for tabletop curling, the hula hoop slalom, and other exciting events! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 16 2026 Mon Winter Olympics Fun with Roary! 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. Compete with the library's very own T-Rex, Roary, and get excited about the 2026 Winter Olympics! Bring your future Olympians for tabletop curling, the hula hoop slalom, and other exciting events!
This event is in the "Adults" group A Taste of New Orleans Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Step into the French Quarter and explore the culinary history of the Big Easy with author, former NOLA resident, and food history enthusiast Amy Gail Hansen, whose novel, The Butterfly Sister, is set in New Orleans.&nb Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 17 2026 Tue A Taste of New Orleans 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Step into the French Quarter and explore the culinary history of the Big Easy with author, former NOLA resident, and food history enthusiast Amy Gail Hansen, whose novel, The Butterfly Sister, is set in New Orleans.&nb
This event is in the "Adults" group Icy Worlds in our Solar System Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Explore the solar system's frozen wonders–from icy moons and comets, to flowing glaciers, and ice volcanoes–with Michelle Nichols, director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Icy Worlds in our Solar System 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Explore the solar system's frozen wonders–from icy moons and comets, to flowing glaciers, and ice volcanoes–with Michelle Nichols, director of Public Observing at the Adler Planetarium.
This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Gold Medal Munchies (Online) Friday, February 20, 2026 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. Celebrate the Winter Olympics with some fun recipes. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Gold Medal Munchies (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: 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. Celebrate the Winter Olympics with some fun recipes. 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Seed Packing Social Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens, Adults The Seed Library will return in March 2026. Help us prep with a hands-on seed-packing party to get ready for a season of growing, sharing, and sustainability. Drop in as you can or come for the whole two hours. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Seed Packing Social 2:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: The Seed Library will return in March 2026. Help us prep with a hands-on seed-packing party to get ready for a season of growing, sharing, and sustainability. Drop in as you can or come for the whole two hours. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group Games for Grown-ups Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 22 2026 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 Registration Required Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Spotlight: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch, A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Author Spotlight: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch, A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration Disclaimer(s) Online webinar This event takes place online using a videoconferencing platform such as Zoom. After you sign up, you'll get an email with a link to join on your computer, phone, or tablet. You may also be able to call in by phone to listen without video.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Frog Lady & Friends Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Grades K-5 with an adult. A library favorite! The Frog Lady brings her frogs and friends to the library. Learn more about her favorite amphibians and reptiles and see them up close. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Frog Lady & Friends 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5 with an adult. A library favorite! The Frog Lady brings her frogs and friends to the library. Learn more about her favorite amphibians and reptiles and see them up close. 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, February 26, 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 caregivers for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm–3:00pm 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 caregivers for activities and socialization. Events feature engaging programming that is both fun and interactive.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Big Blue Blocks Playdate (Drop-in) Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary All Ages. Build and play using the library's big blue blocks. This event is free and open to all ages. No signup required. View Details This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Feb 27 2026 Fri Big Blue Blocks Playdate (Drop-in) 9:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: All Ages. Build and play using the library's big blue blocks. This event is free and open to all ages. No signup required. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Games for Grown-ups Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 1 2026 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 Registration Required Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Adults" group One Book One Community Finale: Author Event with Ann Napolitano, "Hello Beautiful" Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Off Site Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults This program is available in-person or on Zoom View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 1 2026 Sun One Book One Community Finale: Author Event with Ann Napolitano, "Hello Beautiful" 1:00pm–2:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: This program is available in-person or on Zoom
