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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Summer Streaming Series: Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Lemonade Stand
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Age Group:
Elementary
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Online
Streaming August 5 - 31st. Lemonade Stand!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
22
2022
Mon
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Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
99
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
24
2022
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
25
2022
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
26
2022
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
27
2022
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
21
2022
Sun
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
100
'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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
22
2022
Mon
Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, In-Person)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Event Details:
[In-Person] Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day.
This program is free and open to all. Tickets are required for entry.
Disclaimer(s)
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
Little Wigglers (9:30 am, In-Person)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Event Details:
(In-Person) Ages 0-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
24
2022
Wed
ESL Class Registration - Returning Students
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Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
Event Details:
Informational meeting, registration, and placement testing for students who were enrolled in the ESL Class program last year. ESL Classes will begin on Monday, August 29. The classes will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays during the school year.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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.
No signup required
No signup required.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
25
2022
Thu
Sun & Fun Storytime (Indoors)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Enjoy tunes, dancing, rhymes, and read-alouds! Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
26
2022
Fri
ESL Class Registration - New Students
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Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
Event Details:
This registration is for students who are new to the English as a Second Language (ESL) class.
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
22
2022
Mon
Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, In-Person)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Event Details:
[In-Person] Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day.
This program is free and open to all. Tickets are required for entry.
Disclaimer(s)
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
Little Wigglers (10:30 am, In-Person)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Event Details:
(In-Person) Ages 0-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia.
Disclaimer(s)
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
24
2022
Wed
Sunshine Squad: Let's Be Friends!
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Art / Craft,
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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:
(In-Person) Whether you're shy, boisterous, or somewhere in-between, making friends is tough.
Disclaimer(s)
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
25
2022
Thu
Sun & Fun Storytime (Indoors)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Enjoy tunes, dancing, rhymes, and read-alouds! Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
English Language Learners Conversation Group
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
ESL
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Practice your English conversation skills with other non-native English speakers. This program is free and open to all adults. No library card is required.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Early Childhood,
Elementary
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Aug
27
2022
Sat
Family Concert: The Dreamtree Shakers
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Annex Lawn
Age Group:
Early Childhood,
Elementary
Program Type:
Performance
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
[Outdoors] Dance and sing along with this local trio from the windy city.
Disclaimer(s)
This outdoor event takes place on the Annex Lawn
The Library Annex and Library Learning Garden are located at 4 Indian Creek Road, behind the main library building.
Limited parking is available in the Library Annex lot. Enter from Indian Creek Road, off of Olde Half Day Road. Or park at the back of the main library parking lot and follow the signs to the Library Learning Garden.
Seating provided by the library is limited; please bring a blanket or chairs to ensure your comfort. Also recommended: hat, water bottle, sunscreen or bug spray. Portable restrooms are available.
đź“Ť Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
21
2022
Sun
Games for Grown-ups (In-person)
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Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
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 levels.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
21
2022
Sun
Games for Grownups (Online)
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
[Online] If you're a fan of tabletop and jackbox games, here's an opportunity to participate online with the library's gaming community. Discord is an online platform featuring live chat.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
25
2022
Thu
Memory Café - Buffalo Grove
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
This monthly event offers individuals with memory loss and their caregiver an opportunity for connection and conversation. Each Café will feature an activity and socialization.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
Goodnight Tales for Tots (Online)
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Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
28
Event Details:
(Online) 0-3 years. Miss Nessa helps us wind down our day with calming books and songs.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
22
2022
Mon
Cancelled
Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
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)
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
23
2022
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Photo Editing with GIMP
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
GIMP is a free, open-source alternative to photoshop. In this class, we'll learn about the GIMP interface and practice some simple photo alterations. Basic computer skills required. Register below.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
24
2022
Wed
World Language Movie Discussion: I Dream in Another Language
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
I Dream in Another Language follows a young linguist into the jungles of Mexico as he tries to learn and preserve a mysterious indigenous language.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Aug
24
2022
Wed
Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Event Details:
The Personnel Committee of the Board of Library Trustees of the Vernon Area Public Library District will meet on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 7 p.m. to discuss the director evaluation process.
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