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Toddler Playtime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Drop in and play! All walkers and toddlers with an adult are welcome. (Pre-walkers and babies may attend Baby Playtime.) Drop in, meet other families, and play with the to...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All walkers and toddlers with an adult are welcome.

(Pre-walkers and babies may attend Baby Playtime.)

Baby Playtime

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Drop in and play! All infants & pre-walkers with an adult are welcome. (Walkers and toddlers may attend Toddler Playtime.) Drop in, meet other families, and play with ...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All infants & pre-walkers with an adult are welcome.

(Walkers and toddlers may attend Toddler Playtime.)

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Let your voice be heard at the library! The Teen Advisory Board meets monthly to focus on ways to improve library services for young adults by providing feedback on ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, High School
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Let your voice be heard at the library!

Sensory Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Sensory Storytime:

All ages with adult; ages 3 & under require adult; siblings welcome. This program is designed for children with special needs and varied learning levels and abilities, but a...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 5

Sensory Storytime

All ages with adult; ages 3 & under require adult; siblings welcome.

This program is designed for children with special needs and varied learning levels and abilities, but all children are welcome to attend.

We will engage the senses through stories, music, activities, and movement, as well as social interaction. 

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Makerspace Monthly Drop-In Craft

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Take & Make
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Makerspace Monthly Drop-In Craft 12:30-4:30 pm • Ages 5 & up Each month features a new creation to make and enjoy. Drop in and get crafty! No registration is required...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Take & Make
Event Details:

Makerspace Monthly Drop-In Craft

12:30-4:30 pm • Ages 5 & up

Each month features a new creation to make and enjoy.

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided for class usage. 

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LEGO® Builders Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Create something unique using a selection of LEGO® bricks and accessories. Bring your imagination--we have lots of bricks!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create something unique using a selection of LEGO® bricks and accessories.

Bring your imagination--we have lots of bricks!

Baby Playtime

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Drop in and play! All infants & pre-walkers with an adult are welcome. (Walkers and toddlers may attend Toddler Playtime.) Drop in, meet other families, and play with ...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All infants & pre-walkers with an adult are welcome.

(Walkers and toddlers may attend Toddler Playtime.)

Toddler Playtime

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Drop in and play! All walkers and toddlers with an adult are welcome. (Pre-walkers and babies may attend Baby Playtime.) Drop in, meet other families, and play with the to...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All walkers and toddlers with an adult are welcome.

(Pre-walkers and babies may attend Baby Playtime.)

VPPL@Touch A Truck - Oakbrook Terrace Park District

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations

Marvelous Mornings

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Marvelous Mornings:

All ages with adult. Stories, songs and activities for young children and their adults, including a “make & take” project to enjoy together.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

Stories, songs and activities for young children and their adults, including a “make & take” project to enjoy together.

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytime (Held at Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center)

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Event Details:

This drop-in program will be held indoors at the Oakbrook Terrace Park Heritage Center located at 1S325 Ardmore Ave. Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. 

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

This drop-in program will be held indoors at the Oakbrook Terrace Park Heritage Center located at 1S325 Ardmore Ave. Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. 

High School Exam Study Nights

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library! We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library!

We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6-7pm; snacks are served at 8:15pm.

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided for class usage. 

High School Exam Study Nights

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library! We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library!

We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6-7pm; snacks are served at 8:15pm.

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LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

The library's LEGO® DUPLO® bricks are so much fun! Join us to build, play, and socialize with other kids and families. Ages 2-5 with adult.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

The library's LEGO® DUPLO® bricks are so much fun! Join us to build, play, and socialize with other kids and families.

Ages 2-5 with adult.

Adventure Begins at Your Library 2024 poster

Summer Reading BEGINS

All Day
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

2024 Summer Reading Program: “Adventure Begins at Your Library”  May 28-August 2  Join the Summer Reading Program this year—read for enjoyment and for a chance to w...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Reading Programs
Event Details:

2024 Summer Reading Program: “Adventure Begins at Your Library” 

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Girls will learn basic computer science skills and computational thinking through discussion, team building, and hands-on activities!  Computers and materials will be provided for class usage. 

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Bark for Books

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Animal Programs, Reading Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Read a story to a dog! All of our dogs are trained  to be gentle listeners. Be sure to choose a good book to read ahead of time. Children under age 7 must attend with parent/g...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Animal Programs, Reading Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Read a story to a dog! All of our dogs are trained  to be gentle listeners. Be sure to choose a good book to read ahead of time. Children under age 7 must attend with parent/guardian. 

Marvelous Mornings

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Marvelous Mornings:

All ages with adult. Stories, songs and activities for young children and their adults, including a “make & take” project to enjoy together.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

Stories, songs and activities for young children and their adults, including a “make & take” project to enjoy together.