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Spice Club - Red Pepper Flakes

9:30am - 5:00pm
Cooking
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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!

Toddler Time - Mondays 10:30am

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytimes
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration 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

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

11:30am - 12:00pm
Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

This drop-in program will be held indoors at the Oakbrook Terrace Park Heritage Center located at 1S325 Ardmore Ave. Children of all ages are welcome with an adult present. 

Toddler Time - Mondays 11:30am

11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytimes
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration 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

Crafternoons

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Waitlist
Registration
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
Registration 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.

Herbology 101 / Fun with Herbs

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cooking, Home & Garden, Lecture
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking, Home & Garden, Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of herbs.  Whether you're a seasoned herb enthusiast or just starting out, this class covers a variety of topics to deepen your understanding and appreciation of herbs.

Babies & Books - Tuesdays

9:30am - 10:00am
Storytimes
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

Summer Lunch

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth

Teen Advisory Board

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, High School
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Let your voice be heard at the library!

Picture Book Picnic

11:30am - 12:15pm
Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Wednesdays • 11:30 am-12:15 pm • All ages with adult

Summer Lunch

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth

Girls Who Code

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. 

LEGO® Builders Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Waitlist
Registration
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
Registration 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!

Babies & Books - Thursdays

9:30am - 10:00am
Storytimes
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

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

Toddler Time - Thursdays 10:30am

10:30am - 11:00am
Storytimes
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration 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

Summer Lunch

11:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth

Mystery Readers Book Discussion: Death by Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Discussions
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Program
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is an online book discussion via Zoom.  Registrants will receive the link to the discussion in their email.  Books are available near the 2nd floor service desk

 

Sensory Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Storytimes
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 7

Sensory Storytime

All ages with adult; ages 3 & under require adult; siblings welcome.

This program is designed for children with special needs and varied learning levels and abilities, but all children are welcome to attend.

We will engage the senses through stories, music, activities, and movement, as well as social interaction. 

Happy Healthy Yoga

9:30am - 10:30am
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: High School, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

Marvelous Mornings

11:00am - 11:45am
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Open
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 2

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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