This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 1: Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 1: Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: This is part 1 of a 3-part series. Sign up separately. Learn how to user the free design software TinkerCAD to create your own 3D Prints. This class covers: Disclaimer(s) 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 "Early Childhood" group. Aug 16 2024 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 16 2024 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: 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. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 16 2024 Fri Reel Talk Movie Discussion: How to Blow Up a Pipeline (R) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 16 2024 Fri Reel Talk Movie Discussion: How to Blow Up a Pipeline (R) 3:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: A crew of young environmental activists execute a daring mission to sabotage an oil pipeline in this taut and timely thriller that is part high-stakes heist, part radical exploration of the climate crisis. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Early Childhood" group. Aug 17 2024 Sat Retro Drive-In Movie & Craft 10:00am - 10:45am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 17 2024 Sat Retro Drive-In Movie & Craft 10:00am - 10:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Celebrate the library’s 50th anniversary in style! It's a groovy trip down memory lane with throwback tunes and toons. Deck out your funky cardboard cars, then kick back and relax for a drive-in movie experience. All supplies provided. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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 "Adults" group. Aug 18 2024 Sun Open Makerspace 1:00pm - 3:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 18 2024 Sun Open Makerspace 1:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts. Ages 18 & up.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon ESL Class Registration - Returning Students 9:15am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon ESL Class Registration - Returning Students 9:15am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Informational meeting, registration, and placement testing for students who were enrolled in the ESL Class program last year. This registration is free and open to all returning students; no library card is required. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 19 2024 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: Early Childhood 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) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in to this storytime 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. Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 19 2024 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: Early Childhood 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) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in to this storytime 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. Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 19 2024 Mon Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meetings
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Wiggling Ones Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop in to this storytime 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. Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Wiggling Ones Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. Disclaimer(s) Drop in to this storytime 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. Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers. This program is free and open to all adults. You must sign up. You are not required to have a library card.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Restoring Photos with GIMP 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 20 2024 Tue Restoring Photos with GIMP 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: GIMP is a free, open-source alternative to photoshop. This class covers: Disclaimer(s) 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 "Adults" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed ESL Class Registration - New Students 9:15am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed ESL Class Registration - New Students 9:15am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: This registration is for students who are new to the English as a Second Language (ESL) class. The morning includes an informational meeting, placement testing (beginner, intermediate, or advanced), and registration. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Great Decisions Discussion Group 10:30am - 12:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Great Decisions Discussion Group 10:30am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics, Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: In-person only Join professor Gary Midkiff for a discussion of chapter 5 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Register each person planning to attend.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 50 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) 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 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. Aug 21 2024 Wed World Language Movie Discussion: The Quiet Girl (PG-13) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed World Language Movie Discussion: The Quiet Girl (PG-13) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Rural Ireland. 1981. Nine-year-old Cait is sent away from her overcrowded, dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the summer. Quietly struggling at school and at home, she has learned to hide in plain sight from those around her. Disclaimer(s) 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 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 "Early Childhood" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Mini Math Magicians 10:00am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Mini Math Magicians 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Mini Math Magicians 3-5 years. Explore math concepts through books, games, and activities with preschool pro Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the library. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration 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 "Early Childhood" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Get out those last few wiggles during an evening storytime with Miss Julia. Disclaimer(s) Drop in to this storytime 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. Attendance is limited to children within the intended age range listed in the program description. Except for Preschool Storytime, siblings are also welcome. Questions? Please contact the Youth Desk at 224-543-1486 or email EarlyLearning@VAPLD.info
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 2: Design Considerations 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 22 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 2: Design Considerations 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: This is part 2 of a 3-part series. Sign up separately. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Early Childhood" group. Aug 23 2024 Fri Korean Story Time with the Language Lab 10:00am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Aug 23 2024 Fri Korean Story Time with the Language Lab 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. The Language Lab brings their Korean story time to the library. Enjoy stories, songs and and explore an introduction to Korean in this interactive story time. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Aug 24 2024 Sat Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am - 11:45am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Aug 24 2024 Sat Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am - 11:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Lawn Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: All ages. Little Miss Ann, an award-winning Chicago musician, plays a selection of songs from her six albums. Don't miss this library favorite! 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 25 2024 Sun Election Literacy 2024: Psychology Behind Political Decisions 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 25 2024 Sun Election Literacy 2024: Psychology Behind Political Decisions 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics Registration Required Seats Remaining: 98 Event Details: The popular wisdom on human decision-making is that humans make decisions by assessing the costs and benefits associated with every option and picking the one that minimizes costs and maximizes benefits.
