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Murder Mystery Play is back!

Join the Friends for their annual Murder Mystery Play, The Case of the Motorcoach Murders by Tony Schwartz and Marylou Ambrose.  Those savvy enough to figure out whodunit will have the chance to win fabulous prizes from local businesses. Refreshments will be served. Tickets are $12 in advance (available at the library beginning on Saturday,… [...]

St. Nick’s Mart Vendor Applications

St. Nick's Mart Vendor Information Link to Vendor application Link to online payments for vendor application fees ($30; $5 electrical fee) Proceeds from this event will benefit the Friends of the Villa Park Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Friends act as advocates for the library; sponsoring programs and fundraising events, promoting the Library within… [...]

It’s National Hispanic Heritage Month!

National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15. VPPL carries various titles that honor Hispanic heritage and notable Hispanic figures. Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at VPPL with some of these available titles and browse our growing Spanish language collection!!   [...]

Artist On Display: Chris Hodge

The Artist on Display throughout the library is Chris Hodge.  Chris Hodge has been working on art since a very early age. He works intuitively incorporating various symbols, and thoughts into his artwork. Influenced by such artists as Ivan Albright, Albrecht Durer, and Hieronymus Bosch, his art tells stories in great detail focused on the… [...]

Celebrating 50 years of Hip Hop!

It's been 50 years since the birth of hip hop on August 11, 1973 with DJ Kool Herc in New York. Hip hop culture has been massively influential and popular since its inception. Here are some of the numerous titles discussing hip hop that are available for check out at VPPL!! [...]

Weekly Storytimes

Toddler Time Mondays OR Thursdays, September 11 -December 14* 10:30–11 am • Walkers with adult *No sessions on 10/16, 10/19, 11/20, and 11/23 Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking with an adult. Registration is required. Babies and Books Tuesdays OR Thursdays, September 12 - December… [...]

August is Women In Translation Month!!

Women In Translation Month highlights women authors and translators in literature. This international celebration encompasses all language translations. VPPL has an array of translated into English titles across a variety of languages. Check out one of our many 'to English' translated books today! [...]

Celebrate 33 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act!!

After continued efforts by disabled activists, the Americans with Disabilities Act, known as the ADA, was signed on July 26, 1990. This was a big step in the pursuing of equal rights for physically and mentally disabled Americans. VPPL carries many nonfiction and fiction titles by disabled authors. Check out some of our available titles… [...]