Adult Services

Readers Advisory

Looking for that great new read? The Villa Park Public Library has a fantastic Readers Advisory staff that is happy to recommend novels. Whether you’re looking for new authors like your old favorites, or you’re ready for something completely new, our RA staff is here to help. They run reading groups and book discussions to help make reading a more social experience. These folks know their fiction!

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On the Job Front: Area-Wide Job Fair on Thursday, June 20

Posted June 18, 2013 | Posted in Adult Services

AREA-WIDE EMPLOYMENT JOB FAIR Real Jobs – Real Employers Thursday, June 20th 10am – 4pm Veteran’s early access 10am – 11am General admission 11am – 4pm Niles West High School 5701 W. Oakton Street, Skokie, IL For details visit: www.worknetncc.com and look in main news “Upcoming Job Fairs” •FREE PARKING – Public Transportation via (read the rest…)

Small Business: It’s National Small Business Week June 17 – 21

Posted June 17, 2013 | Posted in Adult Services

SBA is gearing up for National Small Business Week, June 17-21. This year the organization is offering educational panels and workshops on topics like how to start business, social media 101, how to protect your business against cyber security threats, how to start exporting, to name a few. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National (read the rest…)

Founding Fathers

Posted June 15, 2013 | Posted in Adult Services

While it is hard to believe, the 4th of July is almost here! To celebrate our nation’s birthday take a look at our new display of biographies of the founding fathers. Learn about the men (and women…despite the term founding “fathers”) who made our nation possible and created the documents we are still governed by (read the rest…)

FYI: FEMA Disaster Assistance

Posted June 13, 2013 | Posted in Adult Services

If you sustained losses or damage from severe storms or flooding, you may be eligible for disaster aid. You can call to apply: 1.800.621.3362 The TTY number is: 1.800.462.7585For 711 or Video Relay Service, call: 1.800.621.3362 For more information or to apply, go to: www.DisasterAssistance.gov Or apply on your smartphone at: m.fema.gov When (read the rest…)

FEMA Visits the Villa Park Public Library for a Registration Drive

Posted June 12, 2013 | Posted in Adult Services, Front Page

FEMA staff will be at the Villa Park Public Library, Friday, June 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., to meet with survivors of the April 16 to May 5, 2013 flooding event. They will be available to answer questions and help people register for FEMA assistance.

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