Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (4/27)	Mon (4/28)	Tue (4/29)	Wed (4/30)	Thu (5/01)	Fri (5/02)	Sat (5/03)
All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group. SWALCO Shoe Recycling Collection All Day 4/26 - 5/4 Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Drop off new, gently used or worn shoes for reuse or recycling with SWALCO. Shoes must be tied or banded together in pairs. No roller blades, ice skates, or winter boots.
					This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Little Play Box: May Pickup Begins All Day Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: 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! Your May box includes supplies for a craft called "Canvas Handprint Flower."	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. 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. 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.
9 am					This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am - 10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove 10:00am - 11:00am Early Childhood Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Bring your little acorn to a very special storytime at a local assisted living facility, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.	This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Sunshine Squad: Animal Friends 10:00am - 10:45am Early Childhood Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: 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. Through animals and pets, young children can learn the importance of caretaking and gentleness, respecting the feelings of others, and understanding different communication styles. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.	This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am - 11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. 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. Science Detectives 10:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: STEM Registration Required 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.
11 am							This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Family Concert: Little Miss Ann 11:00am - 11:45am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Discover the Arts of Korea at the Art Institute 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Explore the newly imagined gallery for the arts of Korea, the first space solely dedicated to this cultural region at the Art Institute of Chicago with Yeonsoo Chee, associate curator of Korean Art.				This event is in the "Adults" group. Concert: Bernstein to Bernstein 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performance Registration Required 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Adults Program Type: General Interest Event Details: For Youth 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.
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4 pm				This event is in the "Elementary" group. Create Art with Miss Jane (Grades K-2 ) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Create a special two-panel painting with your child in celebration of Mother's Day. Dress for a mess. 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group. Chess (Grades 2-4) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 2-4. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
6 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Chess (Grades 5-8) 6:30pm - 7:30pm Elementary, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades 5-8. Discover chess moves, strategies, and checkmate techniques with National Chess Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan of Glenview Chess. All experience levels welcome.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: 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. This event will also take place on the following dates. Please click the link to register. 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. The AI Revolution is Now 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Artificial intelligence (AI) is a reality that permeates our daily lives. Dive into the current state of AI and its profound impact on society with Professor Davis Schneiderman of Lake Forest College.	This event is in the "Elementary" group. Create Art with Miss Jane (Grades 3-5) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5 with an adult. Create a special two-panel painting with your child in celebration of Mother's Day. Dress for a mess. Disclaimer(s) 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 "Adults" group. World Language Movie Discussion: All That Breathes (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required 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 "Adults" group. Finance Committee Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meetings Event Details: The Finance Committee of the Board of Library Trustees of the Vernon Area Public Library District will meet on Wednesday, April 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Programming Room to review and discuss the Proposed Budget for FY 2026.	This event is in the "Adults" group. AI Book Discussion: "Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI" by Ethan Mollick 7:00pm - 8:15pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required 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