Library News

The Library’s elevator will be under construction starting Thursday, December 5.  This three-four week project will include the complete modernization of the existing 2 stop hydraulic elevator, machine room, hoistway, pit, landings and shaft.   Access to the second floor will be limited to the main stairway only.   We apologize for any inconvenience to our patrons. (read the rest…)

The Village of Villa Park has negotiated an additional day for free yard waste pickup for our residents with our garbage collection service Roy Strom. Residents who have normal garbage pickup on Mondays and Tuesdays will have their yard waste picked up on Thursday, December 5th. Residents who have normal garbage pickup on Wednesday through (read the rest…)

Here is a list of organizations currently accepting monetary donations to assist recent tornado victims   • To donate to the Salvation Army, call (800) 725-2769, go online at www.saheartland.org, or mail to: The Salvation Army-Disaster Relief, 401 NE Adams St., Peoria, IL 61603. Make checks payable to “The Salvation Army” and clearly marked “November (read the rest…)

In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the death of President Kennedy, the Villa Park Public Library will host a program by well-known historical interpreter Leslie Goddard on Monday, November 18, 2013, at 7:00 pm. Ms. Goddard will become Jackie Kennedy and discuss the events and activities of her life. Everyone is invited to attend (read the rest…)

Friends of the Villa Park Library present The Class Reunion, Annual Murder Mystery Have you ever wished you could revisit your high school years and find closure to old relationships…renew an old flame…take revenge on those who slighted you? The graduating class of 1983 is returning to Villa Park High, home of the Minions, for their 30th class (read the rest…)