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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Apr
1
2025
Tue
Little Play Box: April 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 April box includes supplies for a "Jumping Rabbit" craft.
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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.
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.
Apr
4
2025
Fri
Take & Make Kit: Paper Flying Machines
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Apr
2
2025
Wed
Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in)
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.
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
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Preschool Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in)
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
2
2025
Wed
Spinning Yarns: Knit & Crochet Group (In-person)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Quiet Reading Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Connect with fellow yarn lovers in a friendly and creative space at the Library. Share your projects, tips and stories with other knitters, crocheters, and needle crafters.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in)
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.
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This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
This event is in the "Early Childhood" group.
Apr
4
2025
Fri
Bilingual Portuguese Storytime with the Language Labs
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Early Childhood
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
28
Event Details:
Ages 0-6 with an adult. Get an introduction to Portuguese through interactive stories and songs with The Language Labs.
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.
Apr
2
2025
Wed
The Magical World of the Wizard of Oz
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Performance
Required
Seats Remaining:
49
Event Details:
International Master Storyteller Megan Wells weaves the L. Frank Baum books, movies, and Broadway shows about the magical world of Oz into an engaging experience of imagination and memory.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library District
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Board Meetings
Event Details:
Regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library District.
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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Elementary,
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
5
2025
Sat
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Elementary,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Shop local! Browse and purchase homemade goods from this year's cohort of entrepreneurs in grades 2-8. The Kid Market sale day is their opportunity to put their junior B-school lessons into practice.
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.
Mar
31
2025
Mon
Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (3:30 pm)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan Barzacchini and Mike Barzacchini.
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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Apr
1
2025
Tue
April Fools' Day Science (Grades K-2)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Elementary
Program Type:
STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Grades K-2 with an adult. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday.
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.
Mar
31
2025
Mon
Art Workshop: Artisan Wire Rings (6:30 pm)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create a stunning wire-wrapped ring in your ring size, using three pieces of pure copper wire and a bead, with authors of Inventive Wire Weaving jewelry book, Susan Barzacchini and Mike Barzacchini.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
31
2025
Mon
Off the Hook: Knit & Crochet Group (Online)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Art / Craft
Required
Seats Remaining:
29
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.
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This event is in the "Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Apr
1
2025
Tue
April Fools' Day Science (Grades 3-5)
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Elementary
Program Type:
STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Grades 3-5. Is it a trick or is it science? Find out in this hands-on STEM class tailored to the wacky holiday.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
1
2025
Tue
Microsoft Excel: Formulas & Functions
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
An introduction to using Excel for calculations. This class covers:
Disclaimer(s)
Technology Training Resources
The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
1
2025
Tue
Citizenship Preparation Classes: Week 12 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 "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.
Apr
2
2025
Wed
Evening Stories with Miss Emily (Online)
Age Group:
Early Childhood,
Elementary
Program Type:
Storytime / Early Learning
Required
Seats Remaining:
49
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 224-543-1486, 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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Rebecca Caudill Award Book Discussion
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Grades 6-8. Discuss Parachute Kids by Betty C. Tang. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Microsoft Word: Advanced Topics
Library Branch:
Vernon Area Public Library
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Deepen your Word skills with these advanced topics. Class will cover:
Disclaimer(s)
Technology Training Resources
The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
3
2025
Thu
Planning for Retirement (Online)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Interest
Event Details:
Join John Daly, CFP, for this information packed session about getting ready to retire. Learn what to consider about when to retire, how much money you will need, when to take Social Security and how to invest when you are retired.
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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