This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 10 2023 Mon Sphero Money Mania (Grades 6-8) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 10 2023 Mon Sphero Money Mania (Grades 6-8) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Grades 6-8. Learn about earning, saving, and spending money with Sphero!!! Drive Sphero around and collect money, but watch out for Money Munching Monsters that love to gobble up your earnings. What rewards and money will you have by the end of ... 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. Apr 11 2023 Tue 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest 'Mask Required' Access Before-hours access is available to anyone who prefers an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation. NEW: advance signup is no longer required. Just visit. All visitors (ages 2 and up) are required to wear a properly fitting mask in all library spaces during "Mask Required" hours. 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 time 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. Apr 11 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (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 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 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 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. Apr 11 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (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 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 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 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. Apr 11 2023 Tue Growth of Chicago in Maps [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue Growth of Chicago in Maps [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 55 Event Details: [Hybrid] No large American city has ever grown as fast as Chicago. Using key maps of the city, learn about the exceptional growth of Chicago - from a military fort to the transportation center of an entire continent - with Robert Holland, autho...
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue ¡Lotería! Family Game Night 6:30pm - 7:30pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue ¡Lotería! Family Game Night 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Details: Grades K-5 with an adult. Learn Spanish vocabulary in this bingo-type game played with words instead of numbers. Miss Nessa teaches Spanish words as families play together. This program is free and open to all. Registration is required. Regis... 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 "Adults" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue Microsoft Excel: Basics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2023 Tue Microsoft Excel: Basics 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: 0 Event Details: Everything you need to know to create and use spreadsheets: enter and format data and formulas; print, save, and retrieve spreadsheets. This class is taught with Microsoft Excel 2019. Prerequisite: Word Basics or commensurate experience. Open to ages... 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 "All Ages" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest 'Mask Required' Access Before-hours access is available to anyone who prefers an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation. NEW: advance signup is no longer required. Just visit. All visitors (ages 2 and up) are required to wear a properly fitting mask in all library spaces during "Mask Required" hours. 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 time 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. Apr 12 2023 Wed ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 12 2023 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 online program will not be recorded or available to view 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. Apr 12 2023 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6 Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: Ages 0-14 months. Literacy starts with the littlest ones! Grow your baby's brain with songs, rhymes, and books with Miss Kelsey. After storytime, connect with local caregivers while your baby engages with educational toys and socializes with others. ... 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. 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 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. Apr 12 2023 Wed Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed Foundation Board Meeting 5:30pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Annex Main Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meetings Event Details: A regular meeting of the board of directors of the Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library District. ... Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required. 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. Apr 12 2023 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. Apr 12 2023 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: 44 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 online program will not be recorded or available to view 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 "Adults" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed Art Workshop: Acrylic and Collage Project 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 12 2023 Wed Art Workshop: Acrylic and Collage Project 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Learn techniques using acrylic paint and collage to create a beautiful bird's nest on canvas with Art Instructor Jennifer Evans. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest 'Mask Required' Access Before-hours access is available to anyone who prefers an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation. NEW: advance signup is no longer required. Just visit. All visitors (ages 2 and up) are required to wear a properly fitting mask in all library spaces during "Mask Required" hours. 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 time 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. Apr 13 2023 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 13 2023 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. 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. Apr 13 2023 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin (Online) 10:00am - 11:30am Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin (Online) 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Still Life by Sarah Winman. In 1944 Tuscany, as Allied troops advance, a young English soldier has a chance encounter with a middle-aged art historian with whom he finds a kindred spirit and who sets him off on a course of events that will shape... Disclaimer(s) Live presentation only This online program will not be recorded or available to view 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 "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 13 2023 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. 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. Apr 13 2023 Thu Pop-up Makerspace: Japanese Side Sewn Sketchbook 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu Pop-up Makerspace: Japanese Side Sewn Sketchbook 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: During this class, we will learn two of the stitches used in traditional Japanese bookbinding. Single sheets of paper are stacked and bound to create simple and elegant bindings. The books can be used as sketchbooks, journals and photo albums. Thi... Disclaimer(s) Live presentation only This online program will not be recorded or available to view after the event.
This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu Raising a Baby: Bump to Baby Spark Talks (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 13 2023 Thu Raising a Baby: Bump to Baby Spark Talks (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Ages 0-6, Adults Program Type: Parent Education, Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 69 Event Details: The wide world of parenting can be daunting and challenging. From the comfort of your home, join alongside this local panel of experts as they share quick snippets of popular parenting topics that will give you the knowledge and confidence to raise a... 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 "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri Take & Make Kit: Spring All Day This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri Take & Make Kit: Spring All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Ages 0-6, Grades K-5, Teens, Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Event Details: [Pickup] All ages. Ask for the Spring 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 paper tube rabbits and a nest with birds ... Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest 'Mask Required' Access Before-hours access is available to anyone who prefers an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation. NEW: advance signup is no longer required. Just visit. All visitors (ages 2 and up) are required to wear a properly fitting mask in all library spaces during "Mask Required" hours. 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 time 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 "Grades K-5" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Snack-cuterie [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 14 2023 Fri Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Snack-cuterie [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Grades K-5, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 22 Event Details: [Online] Grades K-8 Create your own Snack-cuterie board for a fun Friday night in with this cook along class presented by library favorite Chef Kristyn. Recipes sent out the week of the program. ... Disclaimer(s) Live presentation only This online program will not be recorded or available to view 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. Apr 15 2023 Sat 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 15 2023 Sat 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Interest 'Mask Required' Access Before-hours access is available to anyone who prefers an extra measure of COVID-19 mitigation. NEW: advance signup is no longer required. Just visit. All visitors (ages 2 and up) are required to wear a properly fitting mask in all library spaces during "Mask Required" hours. 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 time 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2023 Sat Bump to Baby Expo (Drop-in) 10:00am - 12:30pm This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2023 Sat Bump to Baby Expo (Drop-in) 10:00am - 12:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Ages 0-6, Adults Program Type: General Interest, Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: The Bump to Baby Expo serves to connect new parents in the north suburbs with local businesses and networking groups while educating parents on relevant parenting topics for newborns. While at the Expo, explore the library that your new baby will com... 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.
