This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 20 2023 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 20 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 20 2023 Thu Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm - 8:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 20 2023 Thu Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Event Details: For ages 21-39 only, please. 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. Registra...
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 20 2023 Thu Bluestem Award Book Discussion 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 20 2023 Thu Bluestem Award Book Discussion 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Grades 3-5 with an adult. This parent and child book group will discuss A Thousand Questions by Saadia Faruqi. Pick up a copy of the book (yours to keep) at the Youth Desk. ... 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. Apr 20 2023 Thu Microsoft Word: Advanced Topics 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 20 2023 Thu Microsoft Word: Advanced Topics 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: 1 Event Details: Collaboration Tools, Mail Merge and more: Styles Mail Merge Comments Track Changes Class will be taught with Microsoft Word 2019. ... 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. 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 "Teens" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Teen Take & Make: DIY Foam Squishies All Day Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Teen Take & Make: DIY Foam Squishies All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 38 Event Details: Registration required for pick-up. Need a break from cramming for exams? Take a minute to relax and reset with a de-stress kit. Each kit contains supplies to make DIY Pizza Foam Squishies, coloring sheets, bubble wrap, and snacks. Note: this...
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 21 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 "Adults" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Great Decisions Discussion Group [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 3:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Great Decisions Discussion Group [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 3:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: [Hybrid] Join professor Gary Midkiff for a discussion of chapter 3 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book. Registered individuals will receive instructions picking up the book at the library. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Reel Talk Movie Discussion: Pig (R) 3:30pm - 5:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 21 2023 Fri Reel Talk Movie Discussion: Pig (R) 3:30pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: A truffle hunter who lives alone in the Oregonian wilderness must return to his past in Portland in search of his beloved foraging pig after she is kidnapped. This discussion is free and open to all. Register below or call 224-543-1485. Email addr... 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 "All Ages" group. Apr 22 2023 Sat 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 22 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 "Grades K-5" group. Apr 22 2023 Sat Improv Playhouse presents: Anansi the Spider, a West African Folktale 11:00am - 12:00pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 22 2023 Sat Improv Playhouse presents: Anansi the Spider, a West African Folktale 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: Grades K-5 There weren't always stories in the world...at least not for mortals to hear. All stories belonged to Nyame, the Sky God. That is until Anansi the Spider decides to strike a bargain. The power of storytelling comes at ... 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 23 2023 Sun 'Mask Required' hours 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 23 2023 Sun 'Mask Required' hours 9:30am - 10:00am 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 "All Ages" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon '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 24 2023 Mon ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon 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, the Vernon Area Public Library offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. The cla... 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. 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. Live presentation only This online program will not be recorded or available to view after the event.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon Getting What You're Worth: Negotiating Job Offers, Raises, and Promotions 7:00pm - 8:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon Getting What You're Worth: Negotiating Job Offers, Raises, and Promotions 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Business, General Interest Event Details: Does the thought of asking for a higher salary during a job offer negotiation scare you? Have you shied away from salary negotiations and then walked away feeling like you should have asked for more? Would you like to be more self-assured and confide... 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. Apr 24 2023 Mon Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 28 Off the Hook If you crochet, knit, or do any kind of handcrafting, join this casual online meetup to work on your project in the comfort of your home while in the good company of other crafters. All skill levels are welcome. Grab your favorite beverage and join in! Register below. Email address required; you will receive an invitation with instructions on how to log in to the event. 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 "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon Parent Education: What to Know When Your Child Turns 18 [Hybrid] 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2023 Mon Parent Education: What to Know When Your Child Turns 18 [Hybrid] 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Parent Education Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: In person and Online When your child turns eighteen and is considered a legal adult, a parent's right to make medical decisions on their behalf, obtain their medical information and assist with their financial affairs becomes limited. Explor...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Illinois Libraries Present: Secrets of the Puzzle Master: A Conversation with Will Shortz [Online] 7:00am - 8:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Illinois Libraries Present: Secrets of the Puzzle Master: A Conversation with Will Shortz [Online] 7:00am - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Will Shortz, the editor of The New York Times crossword puzzle, and the world’s only academically accredited puzzle master, discusses crossword puzzles. The author/editor of more than 500 puzzle books, Shortz is also the puzzle master for NPR’s Weeke... 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 "All Ages" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 25 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 25 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 25 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 25 2023 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Ages 0-6" group. Apr 25 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 "Grades K-5" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Spring Bird Migration (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Spring Bird Migration (Grades K-2) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: Art / Craft, STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. It’s spring again and the birds are singing. Miss Jane teaches about spring bird migration then you will decorate your own bird house to take home. ... 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 "Grades K-5" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Spring Bird Migration (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Grades K-5" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Spring Bird Migration (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Grades K-5 Program Type: Art / Craft, STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Grades 3-5. It’s spring again and the birds are singing. Miss Jane teaches about spring bird migration then you will decorate your own bird house to take home. ... 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 25 2023 Tue Microsoft Excel: Charts & Graphs 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2023 Tue Microsoft Excel: Charts & Graphs 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: Learn how to add visual interest and tell stories by displaying numbers and data sets in chart or graph format. Prerequisite: Excel Basics. This class is taught with Microsoft Office 2019. Open to ages 18 & up. ... 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. 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 26 2023 Wed 'Mask Required' hours 8:30am - 9:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 26 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.
