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Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Library Board Meeting
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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting
Leslie Goddard dressed as Lucille Ball

A Living History Portrayal with Leslie Goddard: Lucille Ball

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation.

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
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In the 1950s, comedienne Lucille Ball captured the hearts of television audiences across the nation.

VPPL @ Village of Villa Park's August Summer Concerts

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Everyone

Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, and appetite to the Villa Park Summer Concerts! Great family entertainment and good eats will make for a fun night. 

Concessions open at 6:00 P.M.

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
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Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, and appetite to the Villa Park Summer Concerts! Great family entertainment and good eats will make for a fun night. 

Concessions open at 6:00 P.M.

Homeschool Hangout: August 29

Friday, August 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family

Come to hang out, enjoy low-key activities, and network with other homeschoolers in the area!

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
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Come to hang out, enjoy low-key activities, and network with other homeschoolers in the area!

Morning Makers

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 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.

September - Paper Quilling 

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Come get crafty! Each session will feature a different craft-a-long. Supplies are included.

September - Paper Quilling 

Resume Assistance - Drop In

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The art of writing a resume has changed, so if you have recently started a job search, or not landing the interview come and join us. We can provide job search advice, educate you on the applicant tracking system, and more.

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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The art of writing a resume has changed, so if you have recently started a job search, or not landing the interview come and join us. We can provide job search advice, educate you on the applicant tracking system, and more.

Marvelous Mornings

Saturday, September 6, 2025 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.

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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

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock's GeekPalooza

Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us on September 7th for GeekPalooza at Rotary Park! Visit us at our literacy bus, Words on Wheels. Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, vendors, and more!

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
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Join us on September 7th for GeekPalooza at Rotary Park! Visit us at our literacy bus, Words on Wheels. Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, vendors, and more!

VPPL @ Geekpalooza

Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Everyone

Come visit us at Geekpalooza at Rotary Park, sponsored by State Representative Diane Blair-Sherlock! We'll be at the event with our our literacy van, Words on Wheels. Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, vendors, and more!

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
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Come visit us at Geekpalooza at Rotary Park, sponsored by State Representative Diane Blair-Sherlock! We'll be at the event with our our literacy van, Words on Wheels. Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, vendors, and more!

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Books Worth Talking About

Monday, September 8, 2025 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

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Join our Books Worth Talking About book group as they discuss

Canning the Basics 101

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Autumn is in the air and late "canning" season has began.  Chef Susan Maddox returns to the library making some delicious, preserved items.  She will review the various methods and techniques involved which patrons can

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
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Autumn is in the air and late "canning" season has began.  Chef Susan Maddox returns to the library making some delicious, preserved items.  She will review the various methods and techniques involved which patrons can

ChatGPT: Boost Your Resume

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, Lecture, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

What is Chat GPT and how to use it to create and tailor your resume.

In partnership with the Peoples Resource Center.

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

What is Chat GPT and how to use it to create and tailor your resume.

In partnership with the Peoples Resource Center.

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LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

Friday, September 12, 2025 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

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.

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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
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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.

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Movies in the Park!

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Movies, Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Everyone

Friday, Aug. 8 • Movie will begin at dusk

(approx. 8 pm)

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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
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Friday, Aug. 8 • Movie will begin at dusk

(approx. 8 pm)

Happy Healthy Yoga

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Classes will empower all who attend to feel strong and agile within their body and mind. Presented by Katie Sayad.

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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Classes will empower all who attend to feel strong and agile within their body and mind. Presented by Katie Sayad.

Fiber Arts Craft Circle - all ages

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Group Collaboration Room (GCR) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Join local resident, Kelly McFadden, for a monthly informal fiber arts craft circle! This program is open to fiber arts crafters of all ages and skill levels.

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

Join local resident, Kelly McFadden, for a monthly informal fiber arts craft circle! This program is open to fiber arts crafters of all ages and skill levels.

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Great Decisions 2025

Monday, September 15, 2025 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.

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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs.  This program series highlights eight critical foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year.

Nothing but the Facts: TBD

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
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Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required