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Name: Little Play Box: February Pickup Begins
Start: 2025-02-01
End: 2025-02-01
Location: Vernon Area Public Library

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All Day						This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Little Play Box: February 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 Little Pages & Play Box Current subscribers: visit the drive-up window beginning on this day to pick your activity box and books for this month. The books have already been checked out to your library card. The Little Pages & Play Box is designed especially for the developmental needs of children ages 0-2. Each month, subscribers to the Little Pages & Play Box will receive a box containing: ✨ supplies and instructions for a crafty play experience 📚 2-3 children’s library books already checked out to your card The library books are yours to borrow for up to 6 weeks — twice as long as a normal checkout. And 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! Event Details: Your February box includes supplies for a "Mess-Less Painting" craft.
9 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. All skill levels are welcome. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. 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 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. Snowy Sensory 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: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning 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. 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. ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. All skill levels are welcome. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. ESL Class - Beginner 9:15am - 12:15pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Event Details: Improve your English speaking, reading, and writing skills through free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adults. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am-12:15 pm. 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 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. Take Your Child to the Library Day: Baby Book Giveaway 9:00am - 5:00pm Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: February 1st is National Take Your Child to the Library Day. Stop by the Youth desk and receive a free Hello, Baby!
10 am			This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. Snowy Sensory 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: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning 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. 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. Mini Math Magicians 10:00am - 10:30am Early Childhood 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 Required Seats Remaining: 20 Mini Math Magicians 3-5 years. Explore math concepts through books, games, and activities with preschool pro Miss Emily. This program is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by phone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the library. 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. Yoga Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am Early Childhood, Elementary 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: Storytime / Early Learning Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Ages 3-8. Twist, bend, and stretch in this kid-friendly yoga storytime. Miss Sarah combines well-being and early literacy while sharing stories, rhymes and simple poses with you and your child. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group. Weddings During the Holocaust (Hybrid) 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 97 Event Details: Israel's Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center's online exhibit Weddings During the Holocaust presents the stories of Jews who married during the Holocaust and those who married after the war in an effort to build new lives.
12 pm						This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Take Your Child to the Library Day: Family Fort & Read (Drop-In) 12:00pm - 4:00pm Early Childhood, Elementary, All Ages This event is in the "Early Childhood" group. This event is in the "Elementary" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, All Ages Program Type: General Interest, STEM Event Details: All Ages. Celebrate national Take Your Child to the Library Day by building a cozy fort at the library and snuggling in for a family read. Fort building supplies will be provided. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. Understanding Caste in India (Hybrid) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: 99 Event Details: Learn about the origins of the caste system in India and how it has evolved from ancient scriptures to present-day with Nitish Kanabar of the Hindu Parents Network.
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4 pm			This event is in the "Elementary" group. Winter STEM Storytime 4:30pm - 5:15pm Elementary Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. This STEM storytime will feature a seasonal story and a variety of related STEM activities. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.		This event is in the "Elementary" group. Art Workshop: Collaged Arctic Animals (4:30 pm) 4:30pm - 6:00pm Elementary Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 28 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Use a variety of colored and patterned papers to create a collaged arctic animal in this workshop led by artist and illustrator Terri Murphy. Register for either the 4:30 or the 6:30 session.
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6 pm					This event is in the "Elementary" group. Art Workshop: Collaged Arctic Animals (6:30 pm) 6:30pm - 8:00pm Elementary Required This event is in the "Elementary" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Grades 3-5. Use a variety of colored and patterned papers to create a collaged arctic animal in this workshop led by artist and illustrator Terri Murphy. Register for either the 4:30 or the 6:30 session.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Hamilton: The Man vs. The Musical (Online) 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Many are familiar with Alexander Hamilton from the hit musical, but how much was true about the actual man? 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 "Teens" group. Off the Page: A Teen Book Club 7:00pm - 8:15pm Teens Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teens Program Type: Discussion Required Seats Remaining: 15 Off the Page Teen Book Club Grades 8-12. Love to read? Meet at Culver's and add your voice to the banter while enjoying frozen custard - the library's treat! This discussion group is free and open to all. Signup is required. Sign up online here, by telephone at 224-543-1486, or in person at the Youth Desk in the library. Event Details: This month's discussion is Animal Farm by George Orwell. A print copy of this month’s book (yours to keep) is reserved for you when you register. Pick up at the Youth Desk. This event is in the "Adults" group. Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Required Seats Remaining: 48 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. Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 3 of 12 (Online) 7:00pm - 8:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group. 3D Printing Part 3: Moving Parts 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: This is part 3 of a 3-part series. Sign up for each session separately. Disclaimer(s) 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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Little Pages & Play Box

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ESL

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Masks are encouraged

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Adult must attend

Drop in to this storytime

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ESL

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Masks are encouraged

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Adult must attend

Drop in to this storytime

Mini Math Magicians

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Adult must attend

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No signup required

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Adult must attend

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Zoom webinar

Off the Page Teen Book Club

Off the Hook

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Zoom meeting

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Technology Training Resources