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K9 Reading Buddies

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 1-5.A trained therapy dog listens patiently while your grade school student reads aloud, helping build confidence and encourage reading.REGISTER for a 15-minute appointment ...

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 "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
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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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.

Prepare your Garden for Spring

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to prepare your garden for spring  - and the essentials of proper pruning - with Amy Powers, a professional garden coach dedicated to creating sustainable, beautiful...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

Learn how to prepare your garden for spring  - and the essentials of proper pruning - with Amy Powers, a professional garden coach dedicated to creating sustainable, beautiful, and low-maintenance landscapes. 

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

Microsoft Word: Basics

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A beginner's introduction to Microsoft Word. This class covers:Accessing Microsoft WordAn introduction to the interfaceCreating, editing, and saving a documentCutting, copying...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

A beginner's introduction to Microsoft Word. 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 "Adults" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: 9 to 5: The Story of a Movement

All Day 3/21 - 3/23
Online
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Watch the award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home! The documentary highlights the creation of the 9 to 5 movement, established to fight for workplace equity and aga...

Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Event Details:

Watch the award-winning documentary from the comfort of your home!

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.

Reel Talk Movie Discussion: Origin (PG:13) [Online]

Friday, March 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online
Program Type:
Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Written and directed by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, Origin chronicles the tragedy and triumph of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she investigates a gl...

Required
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Written and directed by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, Origin chronicles the tragedy and triumph of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she investigates a global phenomenon of epic proportions.

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.

Bilingual Storytime: Mandarin

Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Event Details:

0-6 years. Read stories and sing songs in Mandarin and English with Miss Laura.This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 224-5...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Childhood
Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

0-6 years. Read stories and sing songs in Mandarin and English with Miss Laura.

This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Games for Grown-ups

Sunday, March 23, 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
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Squishy Circuits: Conductors and Insulators (Grades K-2)

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Grades K-2 with an adult. Learn about creating a circuit, then test to see if household items are conductors or insulators.This program is free and open to grades K-2 with an adult...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades K-2 with an adult. Learn about creating a circuit, then test to see if household items are conductors or insulators.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult must attend

For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.

Adult participation is expected

Children must be accompanied by an adult. You are expected to take part in the activities with your child.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

Squishy Circuits: Conductors and Insulators (Grades 3-5)

Monday, March 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn about creating a circuit, then test to see if household items are conductors or insulators.This program is free and open to grades 3-5. Signup is required. Sign u...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn about creating a circuit, then test to see if household items are conductors or insulators.

Disclaimer(s)

Children attend on their own

Children attend this program independently. If your child is under age 10, you must remain in the library.

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
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 "Adults" group.

Frank Lloyd Wright & Nature

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Explore how Frank Lloyd Wright integrated nature and innovative design in his architecture through a vision to reconnect his industrialized, increasingly isolated contemporaries wi...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Explore how Frank Lloyd Wright integrated nature and innovative design in his architecture through a vision to reconnect his industrialized, increasingly isolated contemporaries with the natural world’s essential truths.

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.This program is open to anyone in grades 2-4. Registration is required. Regist...

Required
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.

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.This program is open to anyone in grades 5-8. Registration is required. Regist...

Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microsoft Excel: Basics

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room at Vernon Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A total beginner's introduction to Excel. This class covers:Creating and saving spreadsheetsAn introduction to the excel interfaceNavigating and manipulating cellsEntering and...

Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

A total beginner's introduction to Excel. 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 "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...

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.

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.

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 Prints (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 fruits and vegetables to experiment...

Required
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 fruits and 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 Prints (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 fruits and vegetables to experiment and create yo...

Required
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 fruits and vegetables to experiment and create your own prints. Dress for a mess.