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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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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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Winter Holiday Craft Open House

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
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Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help.

*While supplies last.

Essentrics with Lisa

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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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.

Marvelous Mornings

11:00am–11:45am
Youth, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Family
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Open
Registration 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
Registration Required

Marvelous Mornings

All ages with adult.

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

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas – Christmas Movie Screening

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Movies
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
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Come celebrate Christmas by learning about the tragic backstory of Christmas’ very own sourpuss the Grinch!

Winter Holiday Craft Open House

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Seasonal / Holiday
Event Details:

Celebrate with a craft! Young children will need some adult help.

*While supplies last.

Anime & Manga Club

3:30pm–5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Movies
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Jelf Room (Youth Services Program Room)
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussions, Movies
Registration Required
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Come and hang out as we munch on snacks and share our love of anime!

Grim Readers - Invasion of the Body Snatchers

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
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Join the Grim Readers book group as they discuss

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Library Board Meeting
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Program Type: Library Board Meeting

Morning Makers

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
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.

January – 

TBD - CHEESE CLASS

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
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Warm up with a toasty treat. Ooey-gooey  raclette cheese. We'll talk about the history and tradition of raclette.

Happy Healthy Yoga

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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Classes will empower all who attend to feel strong and agile within their body and mind. Presented by Katie Sayad.

Books Worth Talking About

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Join our Books Worth Talking About book group as they discuss BOOK. Please email Michelle (mhoffmann@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book, or just come in and pick one up...we'll have plenty!  This program is led by Mi

Mystery Reader Book Discussion

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
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.

This month we will discuss Title by AUTHOR. You can get a copy of the book on the 2nd floor, near the service desk.

Essentrics with Lisa

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
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.

Great Decisions 2026

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
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Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs.  This program series highlights eight critical foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year.

The Beat That Changed the World

7:00pm–8:00pm
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B

RomCom Readers: TBD

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussions
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussions
Registration Required
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Join our RomCom book group as they discuss contemporary romantic comedies! Please email Emily (eblake@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book, or come in and pick one up. This program is led by Emily Blake. Registration is required.

Versiti Blood Drive

2:00pm–6:30pm
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
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Versiti Blood Drive

The Great Migration and the Great War

7:00pm–8:00pm
High School, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Villa Park Public Library
Room: Ohrman Room A/B
Age Group: High School, Adults
Registration Required