This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 5 2022 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: Do you want to improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills? Presented in partnership with Mundelein District 120 Adult Education, Vernon Area Public Library offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. The class m... Disclaimer(s) ESL New students may join at any time and all skill levels are welcome. To check for availability please call Yuli at the Mundelein District 120 Adult Education Department at 847-949-2200 Ext. 1399. Presented in partnership with Mundelein District 120 Adult Education. Live presentation only This program is a live presentation only and will not be viewable after the event. 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 "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Baby Rhyme Storytime Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 11:00 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop-in 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. Two sessions each day help us keep the group size small while providing flexibility for you. Storytime attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Siblings are also welcome. 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 "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (11 am, Drop-in) 11:00am - 11:30am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (11 am, Drop-in) 11:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Baby Rhyme Storytime Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 11:00 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop-in 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. Two sessions each day help us keep the group size small while providing flexibility for you. Storytime attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Siblings are also welcome. 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 "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Oct 5 2022 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Ages 0-6, Grades K-5 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 42 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 224-543-1485, or in person at any service desk in the library. Disclaimer(s) Live presentation only This program is a live presentation only and will not be viewable after the event. 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 "All Ages" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 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) 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. 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. Storytime 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
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 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) 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. 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. Storytime 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
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Understanding your Medicare Options (In-person) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Understanding your Medicare Options (In-person) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Make the right choice about your Medicare decisions. Review how Medicare works and the various options that are available for those turning 65, as well as for those currently covered, with benefits advisor Mike Altman. This program is available on...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Understanding your Medicare Options (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Understanding your Medicare Options (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Make the right choice about your Medicare decisions. Review how Medicare works and the various options that are available for those turning 65, as well as for those currently covered, with benefits advisor Mike Altman. This program is available in...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Microsoft Word Working with Objects 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Microsoft Word Working with Objects 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Conference Room (2nd floor) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Investigate the visual side of Word with clip art, picture and text formatting, charts and more. Create tables, insert text and apply designs to tables Insert and format images Construct and insert Word Art Apply page borders and backgrou... 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Animal Crossing Open Play 7:00pm - 9:00pm This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 6 2022 Thu Animal Crossing Open Play 7:00pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Event Details: [On your Nintendo Switch] Have some Halloween fun with your friends at the Vernon Area Library's island in this spooktacular open-play session. Trade candy, obtain special in-game items, shop at Nook's Cranny and the Able Sisters tailor shop, pick up... Disclaimer(s) Live presentation only This program is a live presentation only and will not be viewable after the event.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri Take & Make Kits: Diwali All Day This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri Take & Make Kits: Diwali All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Art / Craft Event Details: [Pickup] All ages. Ask for the Diwali Kit when you visit the Youth Desk in the library or the drive up window during regular business hours. While supplies last. Your kit will contain supplies to make a Diwali craft and ... Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri Science Detectives- 10:00am - 10:30am Cancelled This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 7 2022 Fri Cancelled Science Detectives- 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: STEM Science Detectives Ages 3-6 with an adult. This literature-based program encourages children and their adults to discover the world around them by engaging in hands-on science activities. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1485, or in person at any service desk in the library. 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 event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 8 2022 Sat 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 8 2022 Sat 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 8 2022 Sat Music & Movement Storytime (In-Person) 10:00am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 8 2022 Sat Music & Movement Storytime (In-Person) 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Read, sing, and dance together in a musical storytime with Miss Julia. ... 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 event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun 'Mask Required' Access 9:00am - 10:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun 'Mask Required' Access 9:00am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun Games for Grown-ups (In-person) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun Games for Grown-ups (In-person) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join a game of chess, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Crokinole, or other popular board games. Open to adults and high school students of all skill levels. This program is also available online. See calendar listing here. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun Games for Grownups (Online) 12:30pm - 4:30pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 9 2022 Sun Games for Grownups (Online) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: [Online] If you're a fan of tabletop and jackbox games, here's an opportunity to participate online with the library's gaming community. Discord is an online platform featuring live chat. Once you're on the library's Discord server, you'll be ab...
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon 'Mask Required' Access 8:00am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 100 'Mask Required' Access If you are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness — or you just prefer an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation — this hour before opening is available to you. Appointments are required. Sign up by 12 p.m. the day before you wish to enter. By signing up for this access, you agree that everyone in your party age 2 and older will wear a properly fitting mask at all times and in all library spaces during this hour. Library staff passing through spaces accessible by the public will also be masked. (Please note: children under age 2 are not required to mask and may be present.) Services during this hour are limited to: shelf browsing self-service checkout (current VAPLD card required) unaided public computer use (current VAPLD card required) self-service copy center use (bring correct change; see Copy & Print page for info) Personal assistance is not available. Contactless options are available for many library services, including reference assistance. Read about contactless options. Entry is limited to Vernon Area Public Library cardholders. Need a library card? Apply here.
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop-in 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. Two sessions each day help us keep the group size small while providing flexibility for you. Storytime attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Siblings are also welcome. 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 "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop-in 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. Two sessions each day help us keep the group size small while providing flexibility for you. Storytime attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Siblings are also welcome. 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 "Grades K-5" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Chess Mini-Games (Grades 2-4) 4:30pm - 6:00pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Oct 10 2022 Mon Chess Mini-Games (Grades 2-4) 4:30pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Learn about the foundations of classic chess and different chess strategies and techniques by playing smaller chess games! Beginners are welcome! Register. This program is open to anyone in grades 2-4. Registration is required. Register online her... 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.
