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Ready for Reading

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten

Using stories, musical games and word play, children are introduced to letter friends from A to Z.

For ages 4 and older.

This is a SERIES program.

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

Using stories, musical games and word play, children are introduced to letter friends from A to Z.

For ages 4 and older.

This is a SERIES program.

Life Skills - Sewing Basics

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn how to sew on a button, hem garments, and more at this program. Each person who attends will receive a sewing kit and sewing scissors. Presented by Ingrid Durham. Sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. 


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to sew on a button, hem garments, and more at this program. Each person who attends will receive a sewing kit and sewing scissors. Presented by Ingrid Durham. Sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. 


 

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Young at Heart - My Fine Fellow

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature!

Babies & Books - Thursdays

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies

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

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

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

Toddler Time - Thursdays 10:30am

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am
  • Thursdays
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

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

Toddler Time - Thursdays 11:30am

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am
  • Thursdays
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

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

Fiber Arts Craft Circle - all ages

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Group Collaboration Room (GCR) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Join local residents for a monthly informal fiber arts craft circle! This program is open to fiber arts crafters of all ages and skill levels. Participants can bring in projects, ask and answer questions and share ideas.

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Group Collaboration Room (GCR)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join local residents for a monthly informal fiber arts craft circle! This program is open to fiber arts crafters of all ages and skill levels. Participants can bring in projects, ask and answer questions and share ideas.

Intro To Computers

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Group Collaboration Room (GCR) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Group Collaboration Room (GCR)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology
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Books Worth Talking About

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join our Books Worth Talking About book group as they discuss

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our Books Worth Talking About book group as they discuss

TBD - CHEESE

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required

Morning Makers

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come get crafty! Each session will feature a different craft-a-long. Supplies are included.

May – Diamond art

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come get crafty! Each session will feature a different craft-a-long. Supplies are included.

May – Diamond art

Resume Review Drop-In

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Have you recently started a job search? Come and join us. We can provide job search advice, educate you on applicant tracking systems, and more.

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture, Outside Organizations
Event Details:

Have you recently started a job search? Come and join us. We can provide job search advice, educate you on applicant tracking systems, and more.

Passport Fair

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B

Marvelous Mornings

Saturday, May 16, 2026 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
Registration 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
Registration Required

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

Intro To Computers

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Group Collaboration Room (GCR) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Group Collaboration Room (GCR)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computers & Technology

New Parent Meetup

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies

Parenthood is an adventure better shared! Join us for a relaxed morning designed for new parents and their little ones (ages 0–12 months). Swap stories, share advice, or simply enjoy a conversation with other adults in the same phase of life.

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Parenthood is an adventure better shared! Join us for a relaxed morning designed for new parents and their little ones (ages 0–12 months). Swap stories, share advice, or simply enjoy a conversation with other adults in the same phase of life.

Rhythm and Rhyme Community Storytime - Villa Park Recreation Center

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool

Join us on the road for a special story time featuring themed picture books, movement, and other activities! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us on the road for a special story time featuring themed picture books, movement, and other activities! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required.

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

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family

Join us on the road for a special story time featuring themed picture books, movement, and other activities! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us on the road for a special story time featuring themed picture books, movement, and other activities! Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. Registration is not required.

GCR - Transitioning into Medicare

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Group Collaboration Room (GCR) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Financial Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

- Turning 65?

- Leaving your traditional health insurance for Medicare?

- Need assistance navigating your Medicare options?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Group Collaboration Room (GCR)
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

- Turning 65?

- Leaving your traditional health insurance for Medicare?

- Need assistance navigating your Medicare options?

Movie Matinee - The Devil Wears Prada

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Devil Wears Prada (© Twentieth Century Fox, 2006: PG-13, 109 min.) 

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

The Devil Wears Prada (© Twentieth Century Fox, 2006: PG-13, 109 min.) 

Spice Club - Mustard

05/18/2026 @ 1:00pm to 05/23/2026 @ 5:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Everyone

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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
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!

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Great Decisions 2026

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs.  This program series highlights eight critical foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs.  This program series highlights eight critical foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year.