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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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 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 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 Great Decisions Discussion Group 10:30am–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: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Civics Registration Required Event Details: In-person only Discuss the most critical global issues facing American today. This month, discuss Chapter 7 of the Foreign Policy Association's Great Decisions briefing book, facilitated by Gary Midkiff.	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 American Sign Language Storytime with the Language Labs 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: Storytime / Early Learning Registration Required Event Details: Ages 0-6 with an adult. Enjoy stories, songs, and explore an introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) in this interactive storytime with The Language Labs. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
11 am							This event is in the "Elementary" group Diwali Dance Celebration 11:00am–12:00pm 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: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Grades K-5. Learn traditional Diwali dance steps with Meher Dance Company of Chicago then practice your moves in a group celebration. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult.
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 Chicago's Architecture Critic Examines Outdoor Parks 1:00pm–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: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Meet Lee Bey, architecture critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and ABC7 Chicago, for a look at the latest developments in Chicago’s parks and outdoor spaces, including the spectacular DuSable Park along Lake Shore Drive and the muc
2 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Open Makerspace 2:00pm–4:00pm 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: Art / Craft, Technology Registration Required Event Details: Stop by to work on personalized crafts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other projects.
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4 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group Lego Robotics (Grades K-2) 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-2 with an adult. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Smart Spinner model using the Lego Education WeDo software in this fun, hands-on program. Disclaimer(s) Adult must attend For this session, child participants must be accompanied by an adult. Adult participation is expected Children must be accompanied by an adult. You are expected to take part in the activities with your child.
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6 pm				This event is in the "Elementary" group K9 Reading Buddies 6:15pm–7:15pm Elementary 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: General Interest Event Details: Grades 1-5. A trained therapy dog listens patiently while your grade school student reads aloud, helping build confidence and encourage reading.	This event is in the "Adults" group Thirsty Thursdays: Books on Tap 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Discussion Event Details: In your 20s or 30s and thirsting for intelligent conversation with excellent people? Meet for a book discussion at the Chatterbox of Long Grove with excellent people over adult beverages and delicious food. This event is in the "Elementary" group Earthquake Engineering 6:30pm–7:15pm 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 3-5. This hands-on STEM program will cover the physical forces that accompany earthquakes and some of the engineering strategies that are used to mitigate damage and save lives. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Elementary" group Lego Robotics (Grades 3-5) 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 3-5. Calling all Lego fans! Build and program the Smart Spinner and Drumming Monkey models using the Lego Education We Do software in this fun, hands-on program. 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.				This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Blondies and Brownies (Online) 7:00pm–8:00pm Elementary, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Elementary, Teens Program Type: General Interest Registration Required Event Details: Cook Along with Chef Kristyn Add some fun to Friday night. Log in from your kitchen and cook along live over Zoom using recipes you receive in advance. Cozy up for fall with some delicious blondie and brownie bars. Disclaimer(s) 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.