This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) Tuesday, March 18, 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. Mar 18 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. Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 10 of 12 (Online) Tuesday, March 18, 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 18 2025 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 10 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 "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner Wednesday, March 19, 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 19 2025 Wed 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. Great Decisions Discussion Group Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Civics, Discussion Age Group: Adults Event Details: In-person onlyProfessor Gary Midkiff discusses chapter 2 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book.Register each person planning to attend. R... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 19 2025 Wed Great Decisions Discussion Group 10:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics, Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: In-person onlyProfessor Gary Midkiff discusses chapter 2 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book.Register each person planning to attend.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) Wednesday, March 19, 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. Mar 19 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: 50 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. ESL Class - Beginner Thursday, March 20, 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. Mar 20 2025 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, March 20, 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. Mar 20 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 "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) Thursday, March 20, 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. Mar 20 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 "Early Childhood" group. Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) Thursday, March 20, 2025 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. Mar 20 2025 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, March 20, 2025 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. Mar 20 2025 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. 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 "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! Register.This program is open to anyone in grades 2-4. Registration is requir... 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! Register.
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! Register.This program is open to anyone in grades 5-8. Registration is requir... 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! Register.
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 (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 vegetables to experiment and create... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Harvest (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 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 (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 vegetables to experiment and create your own prin... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Spring Harvest (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 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: 15 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. 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 "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 Pages & Play Box: Current subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning on this day to pick your activity box and books for this month. The books have already been checked out to your library car... 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 Pages & Play Box Current subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning on this day to pick your activity box and books for this month. The books have already been checked out to your library card. The Little Pages & Play Box is designed especially for the developmental needs of children ages 0-2. Each month, subscribers to the Little Pages & Play Box will receive a box containing: ✨ supplies and instructions for a crafty play experience 📚 2-3 children’s library books already checked out to your card The library books are yours to borrow for up to 6 weeks — twice as long as a normal checkout. And 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.