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Presented by Illinois Libraries Present: Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns, in conversation with Arianne Nettles. On Tuesday, September 16 at 7pm, online via Zoom. This event is made possible by ILP, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

Illinois Libraries Present: Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Program

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Illinois Libraries Present
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Join Illinois Libraries Present for a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue’s Clues.

Presented by Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond The Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode. On Tuesday, October 21 at 7pm, online via Zoom. This event is made possible by ILP, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

Illinois Libraries Present: Beyond the Screen: A “Wicked” Conversation with Marissa Bode

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode.

Presented by Illinois Libraries Present: Kenji Lopez-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science. On Tuesday, November 18 at 7pm, online via Zoom. This event is made possible by ILP, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering high-quality events.

Illinois Libraries Present: Kenji López-Alt: A Journey Through Food and Science

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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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
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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.

VPPL @ Geekpalooza

12:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
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!

Movies in the Park!

7:00pm–8:30pm
Everyone
Movies, Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies, Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Event Details:

Friday, Aug. 8 • Movie will begin at dusk

(approx. 8 pm)

Rhythm and Rhyme Community Storytime - Villa Park Recreation Center

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
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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 & Rhyme Community Storytime (Held at Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center)

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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.

Oakbrook Terrace Fall Fest

10:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Adults, Family, Everyone
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations

VPPL @ Villa Park Fire Department Open House!

12:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
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Join staff from the Villa Park Public Library at the Villa Park Fire Department's Open House on Saturday, October 11 from 12-3 p.m. Watch the library's website and social media for more details to come.

Rhythm and Rhyme Community Storytime - Villa Park Recreation Center

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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 & Rhyme Community Storytime (Held at Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center)

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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 - Villa Park Recreation Center

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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 & Rhyme Community Storytime (Held at Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center)

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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.

The Library closes at 5:00 PM today.

5:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Villa Park Public Library

Rhythm and Rhyme Community Storytime - Villa Park Recreation Center

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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 & Rhyme Community Storytime (Held at Oakbrook Terrace Heritage Center)

11:30am–12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations, Storytimes
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Adults
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.