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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.

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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!

picture of two cats drawn in manga style with the text "anime and manga club" on blue background

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Movies
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Book Discussions, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. 

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” 

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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. 

Summertime Teen Writing Contest

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Online Program
Program Type:
Writing Programs
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Explore your creative side this summer by joining our teen writing contest! Short story submissions will be accepted June 1st-30th. The theme is: ADVENTURE. You are encouraged to i...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Program
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Writing Programs
Event Details:

Explore your creative side this summer by joining our teen writing contest! Short story submissions will be accepted June 1st-30th. The theme is: ADVENTURE. You are encouraged to interpret this in any way you wish.

Flyer for Tee Time Family Fun Day

Tee Time at the Library (Family Fun Day - All Ages)

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Sunday, June 2 - All Ages - Family Fun Day - 12pm-4pm - Free event! Entertainment and mini golf are included. Beverages, snacks, and raffle tickets available for purchase...

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: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Sunday, June 2 - All Ages - Family Fun Day - 12pm-4pm - Free event! Entertainment and mini golf are included. Beverages, snacks, and raffle tickets available for purchase. Walk-ins are welcome.

Science Heroes: Actions & Reactions

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join in the fun with games and activities to explore science concepts through hands-on experimentation! Presented by Talewise.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join in the fun with games and activities to explore science concepts through hands-on experimentation!

Presented by Talewise.

Taylor Swift at 2023 MTV music awards

Taylor Swift Trivia Night

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Music Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Are you an expert on EVERYTHING Taylor Swift? Test your knowledge and enjoy this celebration of pop's biggest star. Presented by: Baig of Tricks.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Music Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Are you an expert on EVERYTHING Taylor Swift? Test your knowledge and enjoy this celebration of pop's biggest star. Presented by: Baig of Tricks.

 

Crafternoons

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Crafternoons:

Age 7 and up. A program for crafty kids! Make a fun project, using a wide variety of materials. Explore, experiment, and create.

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

Crafternoons

Age 7 and up.

A program for crafty kids! Make a fun project, using a wide variety of materials. Explore, experiment, and create.

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LEGO® Builders Club

Wednesday, June 19, 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!

picture of two cats drawn in manga style with the text "anime and manga club" on blue background

Anime & Manga Club

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions, Movies
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Book Discussions, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. 

Dog wearing black framed glasses with paws on book

Bark for Books

Wednesday, June 26, 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...

Open
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: 7
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. 

VPPL Family Summer Concert Series: Willowbrook High School Band

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Music Programs, Outreach Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us at the Ruggard Gazebo in June! Bring along a blanket or chairs and enjoy the summer weather with fun and lively musical entertainment. This is a free event! Children under ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Music Programs, Outreach Programs
Event Details:

Join us at the Ruggard Gazebo in June! Bring along a blanket or chairs and enjoy the summer weather with fun and lively musical entertainment. This is a free event! Children under 12 with adult, please. 

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Adventure Quest! Cartooning Class

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Thursday, June 27 • 2:30-3:30pm • Ages 5-13 What will we find on this epic cartooning trip? Will there be pirates? MAYBE. Dragons? WHO CAN SAY? A minotaur named Gary who love...

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

Thursday, June 27 • 2:30-3:30pm • Ages 5-13

What will we find on this epic cartooning trip?