This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mobile Museum of Tolerance Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: Recommended for grades K through Adult. Visit the Mobile Museum of Tolerance bus in the library parking lot and experience the video exhibits. The Mobile Museum of Tole... This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Mobile Museum of Tolerance 2:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Recommended for grades K through Adult. Visit the Mobile Museum of Tolerance bus in the library parking lot and experience the video exhibits.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Page to Stage Puppet Workshop Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-5. Sea Beast Puppet Company is back at the library with Page to Stage Puppet Workshop. Choose a puppet to construct and assemble from several printed patt... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jun 27 2024 Thu Page to Stage Puppet Workshop 4:30pm - 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 K-5. Sea Beast Puppet Company is back at the library with Page to Stage Puppet Workshop. Choose a puppet to construct and assemble from several printed patterns.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Family Friday Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Annex Lawn at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Spend time together at various stations that promote socialization, prob... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jun 28 2024 Fri Family Friday 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. No signup required No signup required. This outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn The Library Annex is located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. On the lawn behind it is the Library Learning Garden - a space for outdoor events at the library and enjoyment anytime. Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden. Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available. đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mobile Museum of Tolerance Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Event Details: Recommended for grades K through Adult. Visit the Mobile Museum of Tolerance bus in the library parking lot and experience the video exhibits. The Mobile Museum of Tole... This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 28 2024 Fri Mobile Museum of Tolerance 10:00am - 4:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Recommended for grades K through Adult. Visit the Mobile Museum of Tolerance bus in the library parking lot and experience the video exhibits. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Family Friday Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Annex Lawn at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Spend time together at various stations that promote socialization, prob... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jul 5 2024 Fri Family Friday 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. No signup required No signup required. This outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn The Library Annex is located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. On the lawn behind it is the Library Learning Garden - a space for outdoor events at the library and enjoyment anytime. Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden. Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available. đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Adults" group. Games for Grown-ups Sunday, July 7, 2024 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 ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 7 2024 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: 20 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Frog Lady & Friends in the Library Garden Monday, July 8, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Annex Lawn at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Event Details: A library favorite! The Frog Lady brings her frogs and friends to the library garden. Learn more about her favorite amphibians and reptiles and see them up close. This event is ... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jul 8 2024 Mon Frog Lady & Friends in the Library Garden 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: A library favorite! The Frog Lady brings her frogs and friends to the library garden. 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 outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn The Library Annex is located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. On the lawn behind it is the Library Learning Garden - a space for outdoor events at the library and enjoyment anytime. Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden. Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available. đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Adults" group. Book Club Bash Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Get fresh ideas for your book group or personal reading from Random House rep John Hastie and “The Good Book Fairy,” blogger Lauren Margolin. Now in its 11th year, Book Club B... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed Book Club Bash 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 59 Event Details: Get fresh ideas for your book group or personal reading from Random House rep John Hastie and “The Good Book Fairy,” blogger Lauren Margolin. Now in its 11th year, Book Club Bash remains one of our most popular library programs for adults.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Family Friday Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Annex Lawn at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Spend time together at various stations that promote socialization, prob... This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jul 12 2024 Fri Family Friday 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Age 0 - Grade 5 with an adult. Drop in with the whole family for outdoor activities on the Annex lawn. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. No signup required No signup required. This outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn The Library Annex is located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. On the lawn behind it is the Library Learning Garden - a space for outdoor events at the library and enjoyment anytime. Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden. Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available. đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Adults" group. History of Coffee Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a tasty and informative program about the history and science of coffee with Brian Moskalik, owner and roaster of Krema Coffee House. Explore regional references and in... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed History of Coffee 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Join us for a tasty and informative program about the history and science of coffee with Brian Moskalik, owner and roaster of Krema Coffee House. Explore regional references and insights–and experience an immersive tasting at the end!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Leave it, Move it, Roll it: Know Employer Retirement Plan Options [Hybrid] Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: If you've recently switched jobs or retired, determining what your options are for assets being held in employer-sponsored retirement plans may be top of mind. Roy Mason will help ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Leave it, Move it, Roll it: Know Employer Retirement Plan Options [Hybrid] 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 180 Event Details: If you've recently switched jobs or retired, determining what your options are for assets being held in employer-sponsored retirement plans may be top of mind.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances [Online] Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am Online Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Caregivers: How much do you know about managing money? This program by the Alzheimer’s Association will help you learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early plann... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 18 2024 Thu Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances [Online] 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Caregivers: How much do you know about managing money? 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. Family Trivia: 1970s Cartoons Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary, Teens Event Details: Grades K-8 with adult. Jinkies! Compete with your family to see how much you know during this trivia program highlighting cartoons from the time the library was brand new, the... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 18 2024 Thu Family Trivia: 1970s Cartoons 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 48 Event Details: Grades K-8 with adult. Jinkies! Compete with your family to see how much you know during this trivia program highlighting cartoons from the time the library was brand new, the 1970s! Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Forest Bathing at Ryerson Woods Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:30am Off Site Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Take a non-strenuous, guided nature walk with opportunities for meditation, self-reflection, and activation of all five senses with Gayle Byck, a certified forest therapy guide. Me... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 20 2024 Sat Forest Bathing at Ryerson Woods 9:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Take a non-strenuous, guided nature walk with opportunities for meditation, self-reflection, and activation of all five senses with Gayle Byck, a certified forest therapy guide.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Games for Grown-ups Sunday, July 21, 2024 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 ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 21 2024 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: 20 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 2-4) Monday, July 22, 2024 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 re... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jul 22 2024 Mon 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) Monday, July 22, 2024 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 re... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 22 2024 Mon 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. What Americans Don't Know About the Olympic Games and Why Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Here's your chance to get all of your Olympic questions answered with a world-renowned expert on the Olympic Movement and Olympic Games, John MacAloon, emeritus professor of t... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed What Americans Don't Know About the Olympic Games and Why 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 91 Event Details: Here's your chance to get all of your Olympic questions answered with a world-renowned expert on the Olympic Movement and Olympic Games, John MacAloon, emeritus professor of the Social Sciences at the University of Chicago.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Memory Café - Buffalo Grove Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Off Site Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: This monthly event offers individuals with memory loss and their caregiver an opportunity for connection and conversation. Each Café will feature an activity and socialization.&nbs... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 25 2024 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: This monthly event offers individuals with memory loss and their caregiver an opportunity for connection and conversation. Each Café will feature an activity and socialization.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. T-Rex Olympics Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Annex Lawn at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Elementary Event Details: Grades K-5. Compete with the library's very own T-Rex, Rory, and get excited about the 2024 Summer Olympics! Bring your future Olympians for the pool noodle throw,... Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri T-Rex Olympics 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 70 Event Details: Grades K-5. Compete with the library's very own T-Rex, Rory, and get excited about the 2024 Summer Olympics! Bring your future Olympians for the pool noodle throw, the 5 yard dash , and other exciting events! Disclaimer(s) This outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn The Library Annex is located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building. On the lawn behind it is the Library Learning Garden - a space for outdoor events at the library and enjoyment anytime. Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden. Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available. đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Teens" group. Mission Olympics Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Teens Event Details: Complete puzzles and analyze clues to solve the mystery of the missing Olympic torch, and save the summer Olympics. Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Mission Olympics 6:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: Complete puzzles and analyze clues to solve the mystery of the missing Olympic torch, and save the summer Olympics.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Introduction to Pickling and Preserving Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn to turn the summer’s bounty into delicious jams and tangy pickles and preserve them for the winter. In this demonstration, food preservation expert Emily Paster teaches the... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 30 2024 Tue Introduction to Pickling and Preserving 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 69 Event Details: Learn to turn the summer’s bounty into delicious jams and tangy pickles and preserve them for the winter.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Get Your Docs in a Row [Hybrid] Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room at Vernon Area Public Library Program Type: General Interest Age Group: Adults Event Details: Find out how to avoid the chaos when you have no estate planning in place. Does your family know what accounts you have, how to pay bills to help with incapacity or pay funeral ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Get Your Docs in a Row [Hybrid] 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 178 Event Details: Find out how to avoid the chaos when you have no estate planning in place.
