Week Calendar

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9 am		This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Together 2s & 3s Storytime (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am–10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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 Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. 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 Wiggling Ones (9:30 am, Drop-in) 9:30am–10:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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 Wiggling Ones Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. 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	This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Baby Rhyme Storytime (Drop-in) 9:30am–10:15am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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: 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	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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Together 2s & 3s Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am–11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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 Together 2s & 3s Ages 2-3 with an adult. Share stories and learn sign language with Miss Sarah. Activities center around a letter of the day. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. 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 Plant the Library Garden - Adults 10:00am–11:00am 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: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Adults. Learn about gardening basics, then dig in to plant vegetables in the library garden. Produce harvested from the Library Garden is donated to the Vernon Township Food Pantry. This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Wiggling Ones (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am–11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group 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 Wiggling Ones Ages 12-24 months. Add 30 minutes of joy to your week. Giggle, sing, and play along with your little one, other families, and Miss Julia. Please choose between the 9:30 AM session or 10:30 AM session. 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		This event is in the "Adults" group Book Discussion with Judy Levin 10:00am–11:30am 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: Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips. In 1874, in the wake of the Civil War, 12-year-old ConaLee and her mother, Eliza, who hasn’t spoken in more than a year, seek refuge in a West Virginia mental asylum where they get swept up in the 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 "Early Childhood" group Preschool Storytime (10:30 am, Drop-in) 10:30am–11:00am Early Childhood This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 This event is in the "Elementary" group Books & Badges: Stories with the Police 10:00am–11:00am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-Grade 5. Stories and summer safety tips with law enforcement officers from Lincolnshire and Buffalo Grove -- plus a peek inside their squad cars and trucks! Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
11 am			This event is in the "Adults" group Computers & Coffee: Computer Settings 11:00am–12:30pm 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: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Event Details: This class will focus on computer settings using the library laptops. Topics include: 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 "Elementary" group Plant the Garden - Families 11:30am–12:30pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Elementary Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Families with children in grades K-5. Learn about gardening basics, then dig in to plant vegetables in the library garden. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden				This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Family Concert: Sarah Jayne Lane 11:00am–11:45am Early Childhood, Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary Program Type: Performance Registration Required Event Details: All ages. A Chicagoland favorite, Sarah Jayne Lane sings and plays guitar in a rollicking performance of kindie rock and pop songs retooled for young listeners. Don’t miss this jammin’ good time! Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
12 pm
1 pm	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 Summer Library Celebration 1:00pm–3:00pm 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, Adults Program Type: Art / Craft, General Interest, Performance Event Details: Celebrate Summer Library Club with fun activities for all ages. Enjoy frozen treats from Culvers (while supplies last), live music from the Old Town School of Folk Music on our front porch, a community art project, and a giant bubble show. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.			This event is in the "Elementary" group Moved Indoors: Art in the Garden with Miss Jane (Grades K-2) 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-2 with an adult. Paint a tropical flamingo scene with Miss Jane in the library garden. Dress for a mess. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
2 pm
3 pm				This event is in the "Elementary" group Moved Indoors: Art in the Garden with Miss Jane (Grades 3-5) 3:00pm–4:00pm Elementary Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Library Learning Garden Age Group: Elementary Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades 3-5. Paint a tropical flamingo scene with Miss Jane in the library garden. Dress for a mess. 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. 📍 Map to Annex Lawn / Library Learning Garden
4 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group MOVED INDOORS! Art Workshop: Watercolor Galaxy 4:30pm–5:45pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-12. MOVED INDOORS! Learn watercolor techniques and then use your new skills to paint a galaxy. Presented by local artist Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design.
5 pm
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Get Covered Illinois: Health Coverage for Self-employed and Unemployed (Online) 6:30pm–7:30pm 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 Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Hear from Illinois Department of Insurance representatives and get answers to your questions about access to coverage for the unemployed and self-employed. 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 "Adults" group Maker Class: Summery Patterned Pillow Case 6:30pm–8:30pm 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: Art / Craft, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Use Canva to create a colorful, patterned pillow. Designs will be sublimated onto a pillow cover. This event is in the "Adults" group Writers' Support Group 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Share work, meet fellow writers, get constructive feedback, and discuss the publishing business in this informal group. All writers welcome. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group Rebecca Caudill Award Book Discussion 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Discussion Registration Required Event Details: Grades 6-8. What Happened to Rachel Riley by Claire Swinarski. 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 Committee of the Whole 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults 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: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meetings Event Details: The Committee of the Whole of the Board of Library Trustees of the Vernon Area Public Library District will meet on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Youth Programming Room to discuss the building renovation and expansion project.	This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Python: Part 2 7:00pm–8:30pm 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: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Registration Required Event Details: This is part 2 of a 3-part Python series. Register for the series on the page for Part 1, here. 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 The Possibilities and Perils of AI 7:00pm–8:00pm 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: Embark on a journey into the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems and grapple with the ethical implications and their potential impact with Professor Davis Schneiderman of Lake Forest College.