This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed World Language Movie Discussion: All That Breathes (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed World Language Movie Discussion: All That Breathes (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Shaunak Sen’s All That Breathes reinvents the environmental documentary by portraying, in incisive yet lyrical fashion, the reciprocal influence of animals and humans. 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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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. May 1 2025 Thu Little Play Box: May Pickup Begins All Day Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 1 2025 Thu Little Play Box: May Pickup Begins All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning Little Play Box Current subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning on this day to pick your activity box for this month.The Little Play Box is designed especially for the developmental needs of children ages 0-2.Each month, subscribers to the Little Play Box will receive a box containing supplies and instructions for a crafty play experience. The activity materials are yours to keep forever.Here’s the best part: It’s all free! All you need is a Vernon Area Public Library card.New subscribers...Sign up here ... then watch for an email letting you know when your subscription request is confirmed! Event Details: Your May box includes supplies for a craft called "Canvas Handprint Flower."
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 1 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 1 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood 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) 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 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 "Early Childhood" group. May 1 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 1 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood 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) 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 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. May 1 2025 Thu Concert: Bernstein to Bernstein 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Concert: Bernstein to Bernstein 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 51 Event Details: Explore the full range of Leonard Bernstein's genius, highlighting his exceptional ability to transcend musical boundaries, including classical, jazz, and Broadway with sopranos Kathleen Munson, Kristina Bachrach, and pianist Riko Higuma.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu AI Book Discussion: "Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI" by Ethan Mollick 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu AI Book Discussion: "Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI" by Ethan Mollick 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Explore the potential benefits and possible pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence in this highly readable and informative book that reviews the history of how we arrived at the current state of AI and provides thoughtful guidance on how we might bes
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 2 2025 Fri Take & Make Kit: Frog and Lily pad 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 2 2025 Fri Take & Make Kit: Frog and Lily pad 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 Kit 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 "Early Childhood" group. May 2 2025 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 2 2025 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 "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 3 2025 Sat Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am - 11:45am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 3 2025 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 Seats Remaining: 85 Event Details: 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 "Adults" group. May 3 2025 Sat Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat (Online) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Elementary, Adults This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 3 2025 Sat Illinois Libraries Present: Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat (Online) 2:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Adults Program Type: General Interest Disclaimer(s) Zoom webinar This webinar takes place on Zoom. After registration, you will receive an email with a link to join the event using your computer, smartphone or tablet. Or you may choose to listen in (without video) from your telephone.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 5 2025 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 5 2025 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. May 5 2025 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 5 2025 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 "Elementary" group. May 5 2025 Mon Lego Robotics (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Elementary Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 5 2025 Mon Lego Robotics (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Hungry Alligator model using the Lego Education WeDo software in this fun, hands-on program. 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 2025 Mon Lego Robotics (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Elementary Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 5 2025 Mon Lego Robotics (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 22 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Hungry Alligator or Roaring Lion models using the Lego Education WeDo software in this fun, hands-on program. 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. May 6 2025 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 6 2025 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. May 6 2025 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 6 2025 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. May 6 2025 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group (Online) 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 6 2025 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group (Online) 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Online 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 event is in the "Elementary" group. May 6 2025 Tue Animals that Feed Us 6:00pm - 7:00pm Elementary This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 6 2025 Tue Animals that Feed Us 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Grades K-5. Learn about eco-friendly life on a farm with a visit from a local farmer and farm animal welfare experts at Crate Free USA.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 7 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 7 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood 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. 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. May 7 2025 Wed Spinning Yarns: Knit & Crochet Group (In-person) 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 7 2025 Wed Spinning Yarns: Knit & Crochet Group (In-person) 10:00am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Connect with fellow yarn lovers in a friendly and creative space at the Library. Share your projects, tips and stories with other knitters, crocheters, and needle crafters.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 7 2025 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Early Childhood, Elementary Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. May 7 2025 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 224-543-1486, 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 "Early Childhood" group. May 8 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 8 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood 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) 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 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. May 8 2025 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin - In Person 10:00am - 11:30am Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. May 8 2025 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin - In Person 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: North Woods by Daniel Mason. Exploring the many ways we’re connected to our environment and to one another across time, language and space, this sweeping collection of stories about a single house in the woods of New England is told 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 "Early Childhood" group. May 8 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. May 8 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Childhood 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) 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 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.
