This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 18 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 "Teens" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Off the Page: A Teen Book Club 7:00pm - 8:15pm Teens Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Off the Page: A Teen Book Club 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teens Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Off the Page Teen Book Club Grades 8-12. Love to read? Meet at Culver's and add your voice to the banter while enjoying frozen custard - the library's treat! This discussion group is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the Youth Desk in the library. Event Details: This month's discussion is Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang. A print copy of this month’s book (yours to keep) is reserved for you when you register. Pick up at the Youth Desk.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 18 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 "Adults" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. 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 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. Nov 19 2024 Tue Lottery for Simultaneous Filers 9:30am - 9:45am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Lottery for Simultaneous Filers 9:30am - 9:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics Event Details: If required, a lottery for Simultaneous Filers will take place to determine the order of candidates for Vernon Area Public Library District Trustee on the April 1, 2025, ballot.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 19 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. Nov 19 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 19 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. Nov 19 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 19 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 event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Lego Robotics (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Elementary Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue 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: 0 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Airplane Rescue 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.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Lego Robotics (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Elementary Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue 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: 18 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Airplane Rescue or Giant Escape models 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Novel Night Book Discussion: The Flower Sisters 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 19 2024 Tue Novel Night Book Discussion: The Flower Sisters 7:00pm - 8:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Discuss The Flower Sisters by Michelle Collins Anderson
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 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: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. All skill levels are welcome. Disclaimer(s) ESL New students may join at any time and all skill levels are welcome. To check for availability please call the Mundelein District 120 Adult Education Department at 847-949-2200 Ext. 1399. Presented in partnership with Mundelein District 120 Adult Education.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Great Decisions Discussion Group 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 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: 0 Event Details: In-person only Join professor Gary Midkiff for a discussion of chapter 8 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Register each person planning to attend.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Shakespeare Project of Chicago Presents "Measure for Measure" 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Shakespeare Project of Chicago Presents "Measure for Measure" 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Shakespeare’s dark comedy examines the complex interplay between law and justice, and forgiveness and mercy.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Nov 20 2024 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. Nov 20 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: 46 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 "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Illinois Libraries Present: Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 20 2024 Wed Illinois Libraries Present: Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Chef Art Smith shares about his culinary journey and brings some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. 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 "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. 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 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. Nov 21 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 21 2024 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. Nov 21 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 21 2024 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. Nov 21 2024 Thu Memory Café - Buffalo Grove 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 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: 14 Event Details: Connect monthly with other individuals with memory loss and their caregivers for activities and socialization. This month's activity: music and movement.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Open Makerspace 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Open Makerspace 2:00pm - 4:00pm 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. This event is free and open to ages 18 & up. Sign-up is required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Nov 21 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. Nov 21 2024 Thu Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 21 2024 Thu Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Event Details: In your 20s or 30s and thirsting for intelligent conversation with excellent people? Meet for a book discussion at the Chatterbox of Long Grove with excellent people over adult beverages and delicious food.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 22 - 27 2024 Toys for Tots Collection 11/22/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 22 - 27 2024 Toys for Tots Collection 11/22/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/27/2024 @ 5:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new, unwrapped toys for the annual Toys for Tots campaign with the Great Lakes Marine Corp. Collection boxes will be in lobby from November 22 - December 8.
