This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jan 27 2024 Sat Improv Playhouse Presents: STEPS! 11:00am - 11:45am Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jan 27 2024 Sat Improv Playhouse Presents: STEPS! 11:00am - 11:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: Returning after a successful run in 2022, "STEPS! An All-Inclusive Dance Party for an All-Inclusive Community" is part improv-show, part play, and…you guessed it…part dance party extravaganza! Join the fictional ABCD Dance Team as they confront their...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2024 Sun Election Literacy 2024: Political Process and Psychology [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2024 Sun Election Literacy 2024: Political Process and Psychology [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics, General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 90 Event Details: Civic engagement starts with understanding the political process. Let’s start the election year off strong with a discussion about the current cycle of political activities and topics with Alexandra Filindra, associate professor of Political Science ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 29 2024 Mon ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 29 2024 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, 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 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. 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 "Elementary" group. Jan 29 2024 Mon Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 2-4) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jan 29 2024 Mon Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 2-4) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends! Register. This program is open to anyone in grades 2-4. Registration is required. Register online here, by telephone at 224-543-1486, or i...
This event is in the "Teens" group. Jan 29 2024 Mon Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 5-8) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Jan 29 2024 Mon Chess Challenge Meetup (Grades 5-8) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Challenge a friend to a game of chess! Test your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and meet new friends! Register. This program is open to anyone in grades 5-8. Registration is required. Register online here, by telephone at 224-543-1486, or i...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 2024 Tue ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 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: 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 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. 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. Jan 30 2024 Tue Snowy Sensory Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Jan 30 2024 Tue Snowy Sensory Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Let’s have SNOW much fun, exploring, singing, reading, and playing at Sensory Storytime. For children of all abilities. ... Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 2024 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 3 of 12 7:00pm - 8:45pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 30 2024 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 3 of 12 7:00pm - 8:45pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics Event Details: [Online] If you'd like to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, attend this 12-week series to prepare for the citizenship test in a small, online group. Content includes American history, civics, speaking, and reading and writing in English. The first c...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 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: 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 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. 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. Jan 31 2024 Wed Sunshine Squad: Skin Color Diversity 10:00am - 10:45am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed Sunshine Squad: Skin Color Diversity 10:00am - 10:45am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Sunshine Squad 0-6 years with an adult. Help build a better, more compassionate world, starting with your own family! Stories and activities with Miss Kelsey focus on social-emotional development and cultural appreciation. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the library. Event Details: We live in a beautiful, diverse world full of varying shades of skin color. Through books and songs, children will learn the value of their unique skin color and that of their neighbors'. ... Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed Instrument Petting Zoo 4:30pm - 5:30pm Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed Instrument Petting Zoo 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: For families with children grades K-5. Meet instructors from the Music Institute of Chicago for an opportunity to see, hear, touch, and even play a variety of string, wind, and percussion instruments. This program is part of One Book One Commun... Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed One Book, One Community Book Discussion [In-Person] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed One Book, One Community Book Discussion [In-Person] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: This is our One Book, One Community pick for 2024. The Violin Conspiracy by Brandon Slocumb. A mystery about a Black classical musician whose family heirloom violin is stolen on the eve of the most prestigious classical music competition i...
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed Science of Snow [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 31 2024 Wed Science of Snow [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest, STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Come learn all about how and why snow forms across the world but specifically across the Great Lakes and how our warming climate is affecting our winter season with Tom DiLiberto of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This ... 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. Feb 1 2024 Thu Little Pages & Play Box: February Pickup Begins All Day This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu Little Pages & Play Box: February Pickup Begins All Day Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning Little Pages & Play Box Subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning today to pick your activity box and books for this month. The books have already been checked out to your library card. Little Pages & Play Box is a subscription-based service for ages 0-2. A Vernon Area Public Library card is required. Click here to subscribe Event Details: Your February box includes supplies for a Calming Glitter Bottle. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 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: 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 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. 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. Feb 1 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 1 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. Feb 1 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 1 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 "Elementary" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu Sphero Bowling (Grades 3-5) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu Sphero Bowling (Grades 3-5) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Participants gain coding skills as they program the Sphero robot to navigate a maze and knock down bowling pins. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu Sphero Bowling (Grades 6-8) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu Sphero Bowling (Grades 6-8) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades 6-8. Participants gain coding skills as they program the Sphero robot to navigate a maze and knock down bowling pins. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 3: Moving Parts 7:00pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 1 2024 Thu 3D Printing Part 3: Moving Parts 7:00pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: This is part 3 of a 3-part series. Sign up separately. 3D printers can create moving parts that allow you to incorporate movement into your designs. Learn how to make prints that bend, flex, and move. Pre-requisites: 3D Printing Part 1: Intro... 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 "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 2 2024 Fri Take & Make Kit: Lunar New Year All Day 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. Feb 2 2024 Fri Take & Make Kit: Lunar New Year 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 Lunar New Year 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 a Lunar New Year craft and step b... Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 2 2024 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 2 2024 Fri Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEM Registration Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Ages 3-6 with and adult. This literature-based program encourages children and their adults to discover the world around them by engaging in hands-on science activities. In February's program, we'll learn about groundhogs and their shadows. ... 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 2 2024 Fri Buffalo Grove Park District Lunar New Year Celebration 4:00pm - 7:00pm 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Feb 2 2024 Fri Buffalo Grove Park District Lunar New Year Celebration 4:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Visit our table at the Lunar New Year . Register and find the most current information on the park district website. ...
This event is in the "Elementary" group. Feb 3 2024 Sat Lunar New Year Dance Celebration 11:00am - 12:00pm Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. Feb 3 2024 Sat Lunar New Year Dance Celebration 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Seats Remaining: 75 Event Details: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this interactive performance of Chinese Folk and Classical dance. Discover the beauty of Chinese culture through the artistry of dancers Olinda Chang and Mei Xu. Experience China’s rich heritage through the elegance ... Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
