This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 2-4) 5:00pm–6:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 2-4) 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 2-4. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 5-8) 6:30pm–7:30pm Elementary, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Chess (Grades 5-8) 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 5-8. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Celebrate Derby Days 4:30pm–5:30pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Celebrate Derby Days 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. Get ready for the Run for the Roses and celebrate the Kentucky Derby with activities and craft projects.
This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Constructive Geometry 7:00pm–7:45pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Constructive Geometry 7:00pm–7:45pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5. This hands-on STEM program will focus on geometry, geometric shapes, and the creation of two and three-dimensional figures utilizing a multi-sensory approach with a variety of materials, including glow sticks. 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 "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group May 1 2026 Fri Take & Make Kit: May Basket All Day Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults 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 May 1 2026 Fri Take & Make Kit: May Basket All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Event Details: [Pickup] All ages. Ask for the craft when you visit the Youth Desk in the library or the drive-up window during regular business hours. While supplies last. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Elementary" group May 2 2026 Sat Charlotte's Web 11:00am–12:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group May 2 2026 Sat Charlotte's Web 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. This is a special, 60-minute touring theatrical version of the beloved literary classic, Charlotte's Web, adapted from E.B. White's novel by Joseph Robinette.
This event is in the "Elementary" group May 5 2026 Tue Create Art: Mother's Day Special (Grades K-2) 4:30pm–5:30pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group May 5 2026 Tue Create Art: Mother's Day Special (Grades K-2) 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Enjoy this special parent/caregiver and me painting session where participants will create tulips in celebration of Mother’s Day. 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 May 5 2026 Tue Create Art: Mother's Day Special (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm–8:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group May 5 2026 Tue Create Art: Mother's Day Special (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5 with an adult. Enjoy this special parent/caregiver and me painting session where participants will create tulips in celebration of Mother’s Day. 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 May 7 2026 Thu Spring STEM Storytime: From Scraps to Soil 4:30pm–5:15pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group May 7 2026 Thu Spring STEM Storytime: From Scraps to Soil 4:30pm–5:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-2 with a caregiver. This spring-themed STEM storytime will feature a composting theme for International Compost Awareness Week (May 3-9). 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 "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group May 9 2026 Sat Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am–11:45am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group May 9 2026 Sat Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am–11:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: All ages. Little Miss Ann is a Chicago-based, Filipina-American, nationally touring kids musician who has made 7 award-winning Family Music albums. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 15 2026 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Berry Sweets 7:00pm–8:00pm Elementary, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group May 15 2026 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Berry Sweets 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: 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. Berry-themed sweet treats are on tonight's menu. 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.
May 24 2026 Sun Library Closed - Memorial Day Weekend (Sunday) All Day Closing May 24 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed - Memorial Day Weekend (Sunday) All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day weekend.
May 25 2026 Mon Library Closed - Memorial Day All Day Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Library Closed - Memorial Day All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day weekend.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group May 29 2026 Fri Family Concert: Little Lunas 10:00am–10:45am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group May 29 2026 Fri Family Concert: Little Lunas 10:00am–10:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: All ages. Sisters Belinda and Maritza Cervantes merge their love of music and education to bring you Little Lunas, an interactive bilingual kids concert including movement, instruments, and play. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Jul 4 2026 Sat Library Closed - Independence Day All Day Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Library Closed - Independence Day All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday of the July 4th weekend.
Jul 5 2026 Sun Library Closed - Independence Day Weekend All Day Closing Jul 5 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed - Independence Day Weekend All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday of the July 4th weekend.
Sep 6 2026 Sun Library Closed - Labor Day Weekend (Sunday) All Day Closing Sep 6 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed - Labor Day Weekend (Sunday) All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.
Sep 7 2026 Mon Library Closed - Labor Day All Day Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Library Closed - Labor Day All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Labor Day weekend.
Sep 18 2026 Fri Library Closed - Staff Training All Day Closing Sep 18 2026 Fri Closing Library Closed - Staff Training All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today while we conduct a day of staff training to improve our service to you.
Nov 25 2026 Wed Library Closing at 5 pm 5:00pm–9:00pm Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Library Closing at 5 pm 5:00pm–9:00pm Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library will close early today at 5 pm and remain closed tomorrow for Thanksgiving.
Nov 26 2026 Thu Library Closed All Day Closing Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today for the holiday. We will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m.
Dec 24 2026 Thu Library Closed All Day Closing Dec 24 2026 Thu Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today.
Dec 25 2026 Fri Library Closed All Day Closing Dec 25 2026 Fri Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today.
Dec 31 2026 Thu Library Closed All Day Closing Dec 31 2026 Thu Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Vernon Area Public Library Description: The library is closed today.
