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Teen Writing Contest: Short Stories! ***CANCELLED***

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Online Program
Program Type:
Writing Programs
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

This program has been CANCELLED.

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

This program has been CANCELLED.

Spice Club - Bay leaves

11/17/2024 @ 1:00pm to 11/23/2024 @ 5:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Once you have signed up, stop by the library on the dates listed below to pick up your spice kit. Take the kit home, test out the recipe and let us know how it worked for you! We w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Once you have signed up, stop by the library on the dates listed below to pick up your spice kit. Take the kit home, test out the recipe and let us know how it worked for you!

Babies & Books - Thursdays

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am All infants & pre-walkers with adult All babies are born to read! We will introduce the world of language and boo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am

Toddler Time - Thursdays 10:30am

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am

Toddler Time - Thursdays 11:30am

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am
Never Name the Dead

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This is hybrid book discussion via Zoom, registrants will receive the link before the meeting. This month we will discuss Never Name the Dead: a novel by D.M. Rowell. You can ge...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This is hybrid book discussion via Zoom, registrants will receive the link before the meeting.

Teen Book Bag Pick-Up

All Day
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Reading Programs
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Program Type: At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Reading Programs
LEGO DUPLO logo

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

Friday, November 22, 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: 7
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.

Thanksgiving Craft Open House

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help. *While supplies last.

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Event Details:

Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help.

*While supplies last.

Essentrics with Lisa

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Slow-paced, full body workout designed to restore movement in joints and flexibility in muscles and relieve pain. Exercise mat required. Presented by Lisa Sawczuk.  

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Slow-paced, full body workout designed to restore movement in joints and flexibility in muscles and relieve pain. Exercise mat required. Presented by Lisa Sawczuk.

 

Thanksgiving Craft Open House

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Event Details:

Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help. *While supplies last.

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Event Details:

Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help.

*While supplies last.

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Turkey Toons & Funny Foods! Cartooning Class

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Draw your favorite foods in hilarious situations. Turkey-zilla, Stuffed Stuffing, and Mashed Potatoes... IN SPAAAACE! Gobble this class up! (Please note, class is not edible.)

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Draw your favorite foods in hilarious situations. Turkey-zilla, Stuffed Stuffing, and Mashed Potatoes... IN SPAAAACE! Gobble this class up! (Please note, class is not edible.)

Library Board Meeting

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meeting
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Outside Organizations, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
High 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...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: High School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Outside Organizations, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
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. 

Library Closes at 5:00 p.m. today

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Villa Park Public Library

Holiday Movies and Music

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Music Programs
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Journey back with us over the past century of film history as host John LeGear showcases some of the happiest and most memorable holiday moments from classic and popular films. Joi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Lecture, Music Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Journey back with us over the past century of film history as host John LeGear showcases some of the happiest and most memorable holiday moments from classic and popular films.

Toddler Time - Mondays 10:30am

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR- Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are wa...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR-

Toddler Time - Mondays 11:30am

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR- Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are wa...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR-

Preventing Hypertension presented by Endeavor Health

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Presented by Endeavor Health.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Presented by Endeavor Health.

Babies & Books - Tuesdays

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies
Event Details:

Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am All infants & pre-walkers with adult All babies are born to read! We will introduce the world of language and boo...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am

BrickGames with LEGO® [3:30pm session]

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Tuesday, December 3 • 3:30-4:30 pm • Ages 7-10 Get ready for a fun-filled hour for LEGO fans! This program combines show & tell with a building activity, and some wild twis...

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

Tuesday, December 3 • 3:30-4:30 pm • Ages 7-10

BrickGames with LEGO® [6pm session]

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Tuesday, December 3 • 6-7 pm • Ages 7-10 Get ready for a fun-filled hour for LEGO fans! This program combines show & tell with a building activity, and some wild twists and...

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

Tuesday, December 3 • 6-7 pm • Ages 7-10

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

This lively program of imaginative stories, learning games, and musical fun is designed for 3-5 year olds to attend on their own. This is a SERIES program. When you register, yo...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This lively program of imaginative stories, learning games, and musical fun is designed for 3-5 year olds to attend on their own.

This is a SERIES program.