This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Board Meeting Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Board Meetings Age Group: Adults Event Details: Regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees (BOLT).Public Comment: Those wishing to address the Board may email their questions or comments to director@VAPLD.info. Questions a... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 21 2025 Mon Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meetings Event Details: Regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees (BOLT).
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) Tuesday, April 22, 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 22 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 22, 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 22 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 Tuesday, April 22, 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. Apr 22 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: 10 Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Monarch Award Family Book Discussion Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Discussion Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Discuss The World's Best Class Plant by Audrey Vernick and Liz Garton Scanlon. As a group, we will read the story together, share our thoughts, and e... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 22 2025 Tue Monarch Award Family Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Discuss The World's Best Class Plant by Audrey Vernick and Liz Garton Scanlon. As a group, we will read the story together, share our thoughts, and enjoy a related craft. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Excel: Pivot Tables Tuesday, April 22, 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 the pivot table, a tool that allows users to quickly filter, reorganize, and modify the structure of a data set. This class covers:Formulating data for inclusion... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 22 2025 Tue Microsoft Excel: Pivot Tables 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: An introduction to the pivot table, a tool that allows users to quickly filter, reorganize, and modify the structure of a data set. 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 23, 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 23 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 "Elementary" group. Coding with Ozobot (Grades 3-5) Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades 3-5. Learn the basics of coding with our newest robot, Ozobot! Use screen-less color coding to make Ozobot a moving character in a simple story.This program is open to 3rd t... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Coding with Ozobot (Grades 3-5) 4:30pm - 5:45pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Learn the basics of coding with our newest robot, Ozobot! Use screen-less color coding to make Ozobot a moving character in a simple story.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Coding with Ozobot (Grades 6-8) Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Technology Age Group: Teens Event Details: Grades 6-8. Learn the basics of coding with our newest robot, Ozobot! Use screen-less color coding to make Ozobot a moving character in a simple story.This program is open to 6th t... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Coding with Ozobot (Grades 6-8) 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Grades 6-8. Learn the basics of coding with our newest robot, Ozobot! Use screen-less color coding to make Ozobot a moving character in a simple story.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Terry Savage Talks Money (Online) Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Terry Savage is a nationally recognized expert on personal finance, the economy and the markets, with a presence in television, radio, newspapers, and yes, your local library shelv... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Terry Savage Talks Money (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Terry Savage is a nationally recognized expert on personal finance, the economy and the markets, with a presence in television, radio, newspapers, and yes, your local library shelves with several books.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Mini Math Magicians Thursday, April 24, 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. Apr 24 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: 17 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, April 24, 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 month's activity: BingoThis event is free and open to adul... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization. This month's activity: Bingo
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) Thursday, April 24, 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. Apr 24 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, April 24, 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. Apr 24 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. Creating with Canva Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn how to use Canva to create a design that can be printed on a mug using our sublimation printer (available in the Open Makerspace classes). This class covers:Creating a Canva ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu Creating with Canva 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Learn how to use Canva to create a design that can be printed on a mug using our sublimation printer (available in the Open Makerspace classes). This class covers: 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. Technology Training Resources The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
Library Opens at 1 PM Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm Vernon Area Public Library The library will open late at 1 p.m. today following a morning of staff training. Closing Apr 25 2025 Fri Closing Library Opens at 1 PM 9:00am - 1:00pm Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library will open late at 1 p.m. today following a morning of staff training.
This event is in the "Adults" group. SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Lobby / Cafe at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop off new, gently worn, and used shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Shoes must be tied or banded together in pairs. No roller blades, ice skates, or winter boots. D... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection 1:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new, gently worn, and used shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Shoes must be tied or banded together in pairs. No roller blades, ice skates, or winter boots.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Reel Talk Movie Discussion: Cowboys (NR) Friday, April 25, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Online Program Type: Discussion Age Group: Adults Event Details: Troy, a troubled but well-intentioned father who has recently separated from his wife Sally. Aghast at Sally's refusal to let their trans son Joe live as his authentic self, Troy r... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Reel Talk Movie Discussion: Cowboys (NR) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Troy, a troubled but well-intentioned father who has recently separated from his wife Sally. Aghast at Sally's refusal to let their trans son Joe live as his authentic self, Troy runs off with Joe into the Montana wilderness. 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. SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/26 - 5/4 Lobby / Cafe at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Drop off new, gently used or worn shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Shoes must be tied or banded together in pairs. No roller blades, ice skates, or winter boots. Dre... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr-May 2025 SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/26 - 5/4 Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new, gently used or worn shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Shoes must be tied or banded together in pairs. No roller blades, ice skates, or winter boots.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Discover the Arts of Korea at the Art Institute Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Explore the newly imagined gallery for the arts of Korea, the first space solely dedicated to this cultural region at the Art Institute of Chicago with Yeonsoo Chee, associate cura... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 27 2025 Sun Discover the Arts of Korea at the Art Institute 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 82 Event Details: Explore the newly imagined gallery for the arts of Korea, the first space solely dedicated to this cultural region at the Art Institute of Chicago with Yeonsoo Chee, associate curator of Korean Art.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Chess (Grades 2-4) Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary 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. T... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Chess (Grades 2-4) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 30 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 "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Chess (Grades 5-8) Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens 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. T... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon 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 Required Seats Remaining: 30 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. Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: Art / Craft Age Group: Adults Off the Hook: If you crochet, knit, or do any kind of handcrafting, join this casual online meetup to work on your project in the comfort of your home while in the good company of other crafters... Event Details: This event will also take place on the following date. Please click the link to register.May 19 Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 47 Off the Hook If you crochet, knit, or do any kind of handcrafting, join this casual online meetup to work on your project in the comfort of your home while in the good company of other crafters. All skill levels are welcome. Grab your favorite beverage and join in! Register below. Email address required; you will receive an invitation with instructions on how to log in to the event. Event Details: This event will also take place on the following date. Please click the link to register.May 19 Disclaimer(s) Zoom meeting This event takes place on Zoom. Meeting format allows the group to interact with one another. Cameras are optional. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Off Site Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Age Group: Early Childhood Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Bring your little acorn to a very special storytime at a local assisted living facility, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove. Home residents join an intergenerational ... Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Bring your little acorn to a very special storytime at a local assisted living facility, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
