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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!

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!

Flowers made from rolled paper of various colors

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 

Upcoming
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 

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.

Upcoming
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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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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

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

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

In partnership with the Peoples Resource Center.

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.

Upcoming
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:

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

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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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

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: McMillion$ by James Lee Hernandez & Brian Lazarte

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Book Cover of West Heart Kill by Dann McDorman

Mystery Reader Book Discussion

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Upcoming
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.

Essentrics with Lisa

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Upcoming
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.

Life Skills - Sewing basics

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to sew on a button, hem garments, and more at this program. Each person who attends will receive a sewing kit and sewing scissors. Presented by Ingrid Durham. Sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. 


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to sew on a button, hem garments, and more at this program. Each person who attends will receive a sewing kit and sewing scissors. Presented by Ingrid Durham. Sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. 


 

Estate Planning Basics

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Financial Programs, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Estate planning presentation that goes over the basics of Estate planning, and the components within. It is a well rounded program, that can educate attendees on the process.
 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Programs, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Estate planning presentation that goes over the basics of Estate planning, and the components within. It is a well rounded program, that can educate attendees on the process.
 

Happy Healthy Yoga

Saturday, September 27, 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.

Upcoming
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:

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

Spanish Cheeses

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

Explore the regions in Spain through cheese! We'll talk and taste the tradition of tapas too. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the regions in Spain through cheese! We'll talk and taste the tradition of tapas too. 

Fall to Winter Gardens

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ohrman Room A/B at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Environmental Programs, Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Everything you need to know to prepare your yard and garden for winter. Weed control, pruning and composting are just a few of the topics covered. Questions are welcome!

Presented by Bill Karges.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Environmental Programs, Home & Garden
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everything you need to know to prepare your yard and garden for winter. Weed control, pruning and composting are just a few of the topics covered. Questions are welcome!

Presented by Bill Karges.

Cover for The Weight of Blood

Young at Heart

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Board Room at Villa Park Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature!

Oakbrook Terrace Fall Fest

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Age Group:
Youth, Adults, Family, Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations