Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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All Day				This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Little Play Box: October Pickup Begins All Day 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 Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Art / Craft, Storytime / Early Learning Event Details: 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... Sign up here ... then watch for an email letting you know when your subscription request is confirmed! Your October box includes supplies for a craft called "Handprint Fall Tree."
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 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 "Early Childhood" group Oaks & Acorns Storytime at Sunrise of Buffalo Grove 10:00am–11:00am Early Childhood Registration Required This event is in the "Early Childhood" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood Program Type: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-5 with an adult. Bring your little acorn to a very special storytime at a local assisted living facility, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.	This event is in the "Adults" group Spinning Yarns: Knit & Crochet Group 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: Quiet Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Art / Craft Registration Required 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.	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 Science Detectives 10:00am–10:30am Early Childhood Registration Required 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: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Ages 3-6 with an adult. This literature-based program encourages children and their adults to discover the world around them by engaging in hands-on science activities. In October, we'll be going batty for bats! 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 English Language Learners Conversation Group 11:00am–12:00pm 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: Youth Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Registration Required Event Details: Practice your English conversation skills with a librarian and other non-native English speakers.	This event is in the "Adults" group Professional Headshots (Drop-In) 11:30am–2:00pm 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: Business Registration Required Event Details: Make your social media and business pages stand out with a professional headshot. Come photo-ready to get your headshot taken and delivered to your email inbox.
12 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Games for Grown-ups 12:30pm–4:30pm 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: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Games for Grownups is available in-person or online. Select your format below.
1 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Author Spotlight: Smithsonian Latino Center, Nuestra America 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults 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: General Interest Event Details: Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States with Smithsonian Educators Disclaimer(s) Online webinar This event takes place online using a videoconferencing platform such as Zoom. After you sign up, you'll get an email with a link to join on your computer, phone, or tablet. You may also be able to call in by phone to listen without video.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Seed Packing Social 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens, Adults Registration Required 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 Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: The Seed Library will return in March 2026. Help us prep with a hands-on seed-packing party to get ready for a season of growing, sharing, and sustainability. Drop in as you can or come for the whole two hours.
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4 pm			This event is in the "Elementary" group Lego Master Builders (4:30 pm) 4:30pm–5:30pm 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: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. Love building with Legos? Work through a challenge, then let your imagination run wild during free building time. Disclaimer(s) Children attend on their own Children attend this program independently. If your child is under age 10, you must remain in the library.
5 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 "All Ages" group Library at Buffalo Grove Diwali Festival 5:30pm–7:30pm Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, All Ages 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 "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Childhood, Elementary, Teens, All Ages Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Visit the library's booth at the Buffalo Grove Park District's annual Diwali Festival. Disclaimer(s) No signup required No signup required.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Planning Open House 6:00pm–8:30pm Adults, All Ages This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library Room: Lobby / Cafe Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: General Interest Event Details: Community members are invited and encouraged to provide feedback about potential improvements to the library building and grounds.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group International Travel Tips: Things to Know from a Pro 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: Learn how to navigate new visa regulations, strikes, and other travel disruptions from world traveler and journalist Meena Thiruvengadam.	This event is in the "Elementary" group Lego Master Builders (7 pm) 7:00pm–8:00pm 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: Meeting Room Age Group: Elementary Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. Love building with Legos? Work through a challenge, then let your imagination run wild during free building time. Disclaimer(s) Children attend on their own Children attend this program independently. If your child is under age 10, you must remain in the library.