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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Frank Lloyd Wright & Nature 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 15 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 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: 0 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 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: 7 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. 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: 9 Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Culver's Fundraiser Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:00pm Off Site Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: Have one less meal to plan and support the Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library when you Dine for a Cause at Culver's of Lincolnshire or Culver's of Buffalo Grove on Tuesd... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Culver's Fundraiser 10:00am - 10:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Have one less meal to plan and support the Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library when you Dine for a Cause at Culver's of Lincolnshire or Culver's of Buffalo Grove on Tuesday, Apri
This event is in the "Adults" group. Planning for Retirement (Online) Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join John Daly, CFP, for this information packed session about getting ready to retire. Learn what to consider about when to retire, how much money you will need, when to take Soci... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Planning for Retirement (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Join John Daly, CFP, for this information packed session about getting ready to retire. Learn what to consider about when to retire, how much money you will need, when to take Social Security and how to invest when you are retired. 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 "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Kid Market Sale Day Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: Shop local! Browse and purchase homemade goods from this year's cohort of entrepreneurs in grades 2-8. The Kid Market sale day is their opportunity to put their junior B-school les... This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Kid Market Sale Day 1:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Shop local! Browse and purchase homemade goods from this year's cohort of entrepreneurs in grades 2-8. The Kid Market sale day is their opportunity to put their junior B-school lessons into practice. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Bus Tour of Bronzeville Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 8:30am - 1:30pm Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Board a bus at the library and drive to Bronzeville for an insider tour with Sherman "Dilla" Thomas, a modern historian renown for sharing Chicago's rich history and shining a ligh... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Bus Tour of Bronzeville 8:30am - 1:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Board a bus at the library and drive to Bronzeville for an insider tour with Sherman "Dilla" Thomas, a modern historian renown for sharing Chicago's rich history and shining a light on the neighborhoods often skipped over by the tourism industry.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Games for Grown-ups Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.Join a game of chess, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Crokinole, or other popular boar... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Games for Grown-ups 12:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Junior Volunteer Application Period All Day 4/7 - 4/14 Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Volunteer at the library this summer and make a difference. Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community, develop new skills, and earn service hours. If you'll be in... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 7 - 14 2025 Junior Volunteer Application Period All Day 4/7 - 4/14 Library Branch: Online Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Volunteer at the library this summer and make a difference. Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community, develop new skills, and earn service hours.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options (Online) Monday, April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, as she guides you through the complex landscape of student loans, emphasizing how these debts can impact long-term financial goals, inclu... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Join Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, as she guides you through the complex landscape of student loans, emphasizing how these debts can impact long-term financial goals, including retirement savings. Disclaimer(s) Zoom webinar This webinar takes place on Zoom. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event using your computer, smartphone or tablet. Or you may choose to listen in (without video) from your telephone.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Experience Bronzeville with Dilla Thomas (Hybrid) Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Bronzeville is a center for African-American life and culture in Chicago. Learn about the neighborhood's rich history and modern influence with Sherman "Dilla" Thomas, a moder... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Experience Bronzeville with Dilla Thomas (Hybrid) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 80 Event Details: Bronzeville is a center for African-American life and culture in Chicago.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online) Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page blackforager, to celebrate all the edible pl... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoor educator using her platforms, TikTok account alexisnikole and Instagram page b Disclaimer(s) Zoom webinar This webinar takes place on Zoom. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event using your computer, smartphone or tablet. Or you may choose to listen in (without video) from your telephone.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Minecraft Mania Treats (Online) Friday, April 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Add some fun to Friday night. Log in from your kitchen and cook along live over Zoom using recipes you receive in advance. Event Details: Grab your helmet and pickaxe as we create and build some Minecraft inspired treats. Remember - never dig straight down! Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Minecraft Mania Treats (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 20 Cook Along with Chef Kristyn Add some fun to Friday night. Log in from your kitchen and cook along live over Zoom using recipes you receive in advance. Event Details: Grab your helmet and pickaxe as we create and build some Minecraft inspired treats. Remember - never dig straight down! Disclaimer(s) This program will not be recorded This online program is only available as it happens. There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Tea 101 Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Explore the rich history, diverse types, and brewing techniques of tea with Tea Sommelier Agnieszka Rapacz of Chicago Teahouse. This event is free and open to all. Signup is r... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Tea 101 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Explore the rich history, diverse types, and brewing techniques of tea with Tea Sommelier Agnieszka Rapacz of Chicago Teahouse.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Fascinating Physics Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest, STEM Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-5. Combining experiments and investigations, The Discovery Center Museum makes science fun and unforgettable. Experience the thrill of Newtonian forces as objects soar acr... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Fascinating Physics 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest, STEM Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades K-5. Combining experiments and investigations, The Discovery Center Museum makes science fun and unforgettable. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. K9 Reading Buddies Wednesday, April 16, 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 appointmen... This event is in the "Elementary" group. Apr 16 2025 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.
Library Closed All Day Vernon Area Public Library The library is closed all day today. Closing Apr 20 2025 Sun Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed all day today.
This event is in the "Adults" group. SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/21 - 4/24 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 21 - 24 2025 SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/21 - 4/24 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. 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 "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
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. 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.
