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Drop-in Art

3:30pm–7:00pm
Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Art / Craft
Event Details:

All Ages. Drop in for a sticker mosaic and coloring.

This program is free and open to everyone. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

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
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Drop-in Art

10:00am–4:00pm
Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Art / Craft
Event Details:

All Ages. Drop in for a sticker mosaic and coloring.

This program is free and open to everyone. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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 "Elementary" group
Registration Required
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. Corita Kent was an artist, educator, activist and former religious sister who championed love, hope and tolerance. Join us in the power of art and love as inspired by Kent.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult must attend

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

This event is in the "Elementary" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Art / Craft
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Corita Kent was an artist, educator, activist and former religious sister who championed love, hope and tolerance. Join us in the power of art and love as inspired by Kent.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Spring STEM Sampler

4:30pm–5:15pm
Elementary
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Grades K-2 with an adult. Sample various scientific disciplines as you work your way through different fun Spring-themed STEM stations together.

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

Chess Challenge Games (Grades 2-4)

4:30pm–5:45pm
Elementary
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 2-4. Partner up for Bughouse Chess—a fast, fun team version of the classic game! In this exciting twist, speed, teamwork, and communication are just as important as strategy.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Chess Challenge Games (Grades 5-8)

7:00pm–8:15pm
Elementary, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary, Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-8. Partner up for Bughouse Chess—a fast, fun team version of the classic game! In this exciting twist, speed, teamwork, and communication are just as important as strategy.

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Bluestem Award Book Discussion

7:00pm–8:00pm
Elementary
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 with an adult. This parent and child book group will discuss The Double Life of Danny Day by Mike Thayer. Pick up a copy of the book (yours to keep) at the Youth Desk. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult participation is expected

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed all day today.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: General Interest, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn how to code using Ozobot. Navigate Ozobot through a maze by coding, but watch out for traps and tricks!  

This event is in the "Elementary" group

Lego Master Builders (4:30 pm)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Elementary
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5. Love building with Legos? Work through a challenge, then let your imagination run wild during free building time.  

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 "Elementary" group

Lego Master Builders (7 pm)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Elementary
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5. Love building with Legos? Work through a challenge, then let your imagination run wild during free building time.  

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.

Library opens at 1 pm

9:00am–1:00pm
Closing
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 "Elementary" group

Constructive Geometry

7:00pm–7:45pm
Elementary
Registration Required
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 "Elementary" group
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Drop-in Art

10:00am–4:00pm
Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Art / Craft
Event Details:

All Ages. Drop in for a sticker mosaic and coloring.

This program is free and open to everyone. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

No signup required

No signup required. 

Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day weekend.

Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day weekend.

Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday of the July 4th weekend.

Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday of the July 4th weekend.