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Spice Club - Dill Weed

08/18/2025 @ 9:30am–08/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Everyone
Cooking
Closed
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Movie Bag Subscription

08/18/2025 @ 9:45am–08/23/2025 @ 8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Movies
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Registrants will receive a bi-monthly “subscription” bag with a movie and treat.

Pick-up Dates: Tuesdays, Sep. 9, 23; Oct. 7, 21; Nov. 4, 18; Dec. 2, 16

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Book Bag Subscription Registration

08/18/2025 @ 9:45am–09/01/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading Programs
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick-up Dates: Fridays, Sep. 12; Oct. 10; Nov. 7; Dec. 12

This event is in the "Youth" group
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Bark for Books

5:00pm–7:00pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Animal Programs, Reading Programs
Open
Registration 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
Registration Required
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

RomCom Readers: The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our RomCom book group as they discuss contemporary romantic comedies! Please email Emily (eblake@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book, or come in and pick one up. This program is led by Emily Blake. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group

VPPL @ Morton Arboretum's Anime Night!

5:00pm–8:00pm
Youth, Middle School, High School
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Come see us at Morton Arboretum's Anime Night! We'll have our button maker and plenty of supplies for you to make your own badges. There will be a wide variety of events at the Arboretum celebrating Japanese arts and culture.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

VPPL @ Village of Villa Park's August Summer Concerts

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Mystery Reader Book Discussion

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Open
Registration 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
Registration Required
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.

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WOW: Worlds of Wonder

11:00am–11:30am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytimes
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

For all ages with adult; siblings welcome

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Essentrics with Lisa

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Library Board Meeting
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

A Living History Portrayal with Leslie Goddard: Lucille Ball

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lecture
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

VPPL @ Village of Villa Park's August Summer Concerts

6:00pm–8:00pm
Everyone
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "High School" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Homeschool Hangout: August 29

2:00pm–3:30pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
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Tiny Art Show 2025

09/03/2025 @ 9:30am–09/13/2025 @ 5:00pm
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Arts & Crafts, At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Take & Make
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Take & Make
Registration Required
Event Details:

Put your talents on display in the 2025 Tiny Art Show! Register to receive a mini art kit to create your very own masterpiece! Your kit will include a mini canvas, a paintbrush, a set of paints, and a color-mixing guide.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Morning Makers

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Open
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.

September - Paper Quilling 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Resume Assistance - Drop In

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

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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Marvelous Mornings

11:00am–11:45am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
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.