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

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
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. 

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. 

High School Exam Study Nights

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library! We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library!

We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6-7pm; snacks are served at 8:15pm.

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
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...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
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. 

High School Exam Study Nights

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library! We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Stay up late somewhere quiet with free wifi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library!

We’re open until 10pm—and we’ll have snacks on hand for you! Therapy Dog visits from 6-7pm; snacks are served at 8:15pm.

LEGO DUPLO logo

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

Friday, May 24, 2024 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
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.

Open
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

Adventure Begins at Your Library 2024 poster

Summer Reading BEGINS

All Day
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

2024 Summer Reading Program: “Adventure Begins at Your Library”  May 28-August 2  Join the Summer Reading Program this year—read for enjoyment and for a chance to w...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Reading Programs
Event Details:

2024 Summer Reading Program: “Adventure Begins at Your Library” 

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
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...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
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. 

Dog wearing black framed glasses with paws on book

Bark for Books

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Animal Programs, Reading Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
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/g...

Waitlist
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. 

Marvelous Mornings

Saturday, June 1, 2024 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
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

Flyer for Tee Time Family Fun Day

Tee Time at the Library (Family Fun Day - All Ages)

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Sunday, June 2 - All Ages - Family Fun Day - 12pm-4pm - Free event! Entertainment and mini golf are included. Beverages, snacks, and raffle tickets available for purchase...

Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Sunday, June 2 - All Ages - Family Fun Day - 12pm-4pm - Free event! Entertainment and mini golf are included. Beverages, snacks, and raffle tickets available for purchase. Walk-ins are welcome.

Summer Lunch

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth

Improv Lab: Actions & Reactions

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Join in the fun with games and activities to explore science concepts through hands-on experimentation! Presented by Talewise.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join in the fun with games and activities to explore science concepts through hands-on experimentation!

Presented by Talewise.

Summer Lunch

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth

Girls Who Code

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
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...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Computers & Technology, S.T.E.A.M. Programs
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. 

Summer Lunch

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Age Group:
Youth
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth
Taylor Swift at 2023 MTV music awards

Taylor Swift Trivia Night

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Music Programs
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Are you an expert on EVERYTHING Taylor Swift? Test your knowledge and enjoy this celebration of pop's biggest star. Presented by: Baig of Tricks.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Music Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Are you an expert on EVERYTHING Taylor Swift? Test your knowledge and enjoy this celebration of pop's biggest star. Presented by: Baig of Tricks.

 

LEGO DUPLO logo

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

Friday, June 7, 2024 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
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.

Open
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.

Toddler Time - Mondays 10:30am

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), attending...

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

Toddler Time - Mondays 11:30am

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room) at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time: Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- Thursdays 10:30-11am FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), with an a...

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