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Baby Playtime

9:30am - 10:00am
Youth, Babies
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Babies
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All infants & pre-walkers with an adult are welcome.

(Walkers and toddlers may attend Toddler Playtime.)

Toddler Playtime

10:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Toddlers
S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M. Programs, Storytimes
Event Details:

Drop in and play!

All walkers and toddlers with an adult are welcome.

(Pre-walkers and babies may attend Baby Playtime.)

Homeschool Hangout: May 16

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

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

VPPL@Touch A Truck - Oakbrook Terrace Park District

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Outreach Programs, Outside Organizations
Event Details:

Stop by and say hello to library staff at this event!

Marvelous Mornings

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
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: 12

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

Anime & Manga Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Middle School, High School
Book Discussions, Movies
Registration
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: Book Discussions, Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Capacity may be limited due to space, so registration is recommended.

High School Exam Study Nights

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Youth, High School
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Study with free WiFi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library.   We’re open until 10pm so you can study later!

High School Exam Study Nights (after hours)

9:00pm - 10:00pm
Youth, High School
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Study with free WiFi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library.   We’re open until 10pm so you can study later!

Family Playdate

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Event Details:

Tuesdays • Ages 5 & under with adult

May 20; Aug. 12 • 10am-12pm

High School Exam Study Nights

5:00pm - 10:00pm
Youth, High School
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Youth, High School
Event Details:

Study with free WiFi, snacks, and Therapy Dogs at the library.   We’re open until 10pm so you can study later!

Bark for Books

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School
Animal Programs, Reading Programs
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 16
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. 

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Summer Reading Program BEGINS!

All Day
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family, Seniors, Everyone
Reading Programs
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:

Summer Reading Program 2025: 

Tween & Teen Book Bag Pick-Up: JUNE 2025

All Day
Youth, Middle School, High School
At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Reading Programs
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Age Group: Youth, Middle School, High School
Program Type: At Home (Supplies and/or written instructions provided), Reading Programs
Event Details:

For students in Grades 4 - 12.

Sign up for our Tween & Teen Book Bags! Registrants will receive a themed bag with a library book, as well as goodies, treats, activities, crafts, and book lists. 

LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool
S.T.E.A.M. Programs
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Homeschool Hangout: June 6

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

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

Marvelous Mornings

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
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: 12

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

Toddler Time - Mondays 10:30am

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth, Toddlers
Storytimes
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: 12
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Thur

Toddler Time - Mondays 11:30am

11:30am - 12:00pm
Youth, Toddlers
Storytimes
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: 12
Event Details:

Sign up for ONE weekly session time:

  • Mondays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR-
  • Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR-
  • Thur