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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
Little Play Box: February Pickup Begins
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Art / Craft,
Storytime / Early Learning
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... ... 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
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.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
Snowy Sensory Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-In)
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
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
Take Your Child to the Library Day: Baby Book Giveaway
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!
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
Snowy Sensory Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-In)
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
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
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.
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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.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
29
2025
Wed
Weddings During the Holocaust (Hybrid)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
86
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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.
Feb
1
2025
Sat
Take Your Child to the Library Day: Family Fort & Read (Drop-In)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
26
2025
Sun
Understanding Caste in India (Hybrid)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Required
Seats Remaining:
66
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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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
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.
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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
Art Workshop: Collaged Arctic Animals (4:30 pm)
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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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
Art Workshop: Collaged Arctic Animals (6:30 pm)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
Hamilton: The Man vs. The Musical (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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
Off the Page: A Teen Book Club
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining:
31
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.
Event Details:
This event will also take place on the following dates:
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
27
2025
Mon
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees (BOLT).
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
28
2025
Tue
Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 3 of 12 (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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jan
30
2025
Thu
3D Printing Part 3: Moving Parts
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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