This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 4 2024 Sun Games for Grown-ups 12:30pm - 4:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 4 2024 Sun Games for Grown-ups 12:30pm - 4:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below. Join a game of chess, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Crokinole, or other popular board games. Open to adults and high school students of all skill leve...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 5 2024 Mon ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 5 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 There will not be an archived version available to view after the event.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 "Early Childhood" group. Feb 5 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 5 2024 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. Feb 5 2024 Mon Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 5 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. Feb 5 2024 Mon Rebecca Caudill Award Book Discussion 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 5 2024 Mon Rebecca Caudill Award Book Discussion 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Grades 6-8. City Spies by James Ponti. A copy of the book (yours to keep) is reserved when you register. Pick up your copy of the book at the Youth Desk. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 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. Feb 6 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 6 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. Feb 6 2024 Tue Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 6 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. Feb 6 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers. This program is free and open to all adults. You must sign up. You are not required to have a library card, but you must provide an email address. Yo... 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. Feb 6 2024 Tue Brick by Brick: A History of Naval Station Great Lakes [Hybrid] 1:00pm - 2:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue Brick by Brick: A History of Naval Station Great Lakes [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: 69 Event Details: Explore the history of Naval Station Great Lakes, located in North Chicago and the Navy's largest training installation, with an expert from the National Museum of the American Sailor. Learn about its founding in 1911 through two world wars, the...
This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue Watch Party and Cartooning Workshop for Jerry Craft 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue Watch Party and Cartooning Workshop for Jerry Craft 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: In person Watch Party: Join us for a special watch party with Jerry Craft, New York Times best selling author and illustrator of the graphic novels New Kid and Class Act. New Kid has won the John Newberry Medal (2020), th...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 4 of 12 7:00pm - 8:45pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 6 2024 Tue Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 4 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. Feb 7 2024 Wed ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 7 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. Feb 7 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:15am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 7 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Storytime (9:30 am, 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. After storytime, connect with neighbors while your baby plays with educational toys and socializes with others. ... 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. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Feb 7 2024 Wed Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online) 7:00pm - 7:30pm Registration This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Feb 7 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: 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 224-543-1485, 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. Feb 7 2024 Wed From Milton Berle to David Letterman: A History of TV Comedy [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 7 2024 Wed From Milton Berle to David Letterman: A History of TV Comedy [Online] 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Explore the extraordinary landscape of American TV comedy, examining how comedy changed from the vaudeville shtick of Milton Berle and the slapstick artistry of Lucille Ball to the social satire of Saturday Night Live and the self-reflexive absurditi... 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 "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 7 2024 Wed Parent Education: Never Enough: A Conversation with Jennifer Breheny Wallace 7:00pm - 8:00pm This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 7 2024 Wed Parent Education: Never Enough: A Conversation with Jennifer Breheny Wallace 7:00pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: Parent Education Event Details: A candid conversation with the award winning author, Jennifer Breheny Wallace, on her book, Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - And What We Can Do About It. The drive to optimize performance has only resulted in skyro...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 8 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 8 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 8 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 "Adults" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin (Online) 10:00am - 11:30am Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Book Discussion with Judy Levin (Online) 10:00am - 11:30am Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. When, right before the cutthroat Tchaikovsky Competition – the Olympics of classical music, his priceless Stradivarius is stolen, with a ransom note for five million dollars in its place, Ray McMillian m... 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. Feb 8 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 8 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 "Early Childhood" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Starry Night Storytime (Drop-in) 6:00pm - 6:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program 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. Feb 8 2024 Thu Maker Class: Valentine's Day Couples Bracelets 6:30pm - 8:30pm Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Maker Class: Valentine's Day Couples Bracelets 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 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. Feb 8 2024 Thu Writers' Support Group 6:30pm - 8:30pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Feb 8 2024 Thu Writers' Support Group 6:30pm - 8:30pm Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Event Details: Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome. RSVP on the Meetup page and to find more information. ... 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.
