May, 2024 Archive

Summer Reading Program 2024

Summer Reading is here! Tuesday, May 28th – Friday, August 2nd 2024 The program is free and ANYONE can sign up! You do not need to be a Villa Park Public Library cardholder to participate. Join the Summer Reading Program – Adventure Begins At Your Library – this year and read for enjoyment and for… [...]

Taylor Swift Trivia Night

Thursday, June 6 6:30 - 8:00 pm Are you an expert on EVERYTHING Taylor Swift? Test your knowledge and enjoy this celebration of pop's biggest star. Presented by: Baig of Tricks. Register Here! [...]

Improv Lab: Actions & Reactions

Tuesday, June 4 2:00 - 2:45 pm Join in on the fun with games and activities to explore science concepts through hands-on experimentation! Presented by Talewise. Register here! [...]

Summertime Teen Writing Contest

June 1-30 Explore your creative side this summer by joining our teen writing contest! Short story submissions will be accepted June 1st-30th. The theme is: ADVENTURE. You are encouraged to interpret this in any way you wish. Be creative and express your ideas!  Winners will be announced in July. The following rules apply:   Teens… [...]

Cable Options and Reducing Robocalls

Thursday, May 23 6–7 pm Online via Zoom Join Citizens Utility Board (CUB) at the Villa Park Public Library for a free presentation about your cable options and reducing robocalls! Register with this link here: https://tinyurl.com/nx3wmjxb [...]

High School Exam Study Nights

Tuesday, May 21; Wednesday, May 22 5-10 pm • High School Students Study for final exams with free Wi-Fi, snacks, and therapy dogs at the library! We're open until 10 pm so you can stay later. Therapy dog visits from 6-7 pm each night. Registration is not required, but capacity may be limited due to… [...]

Navigate a Career Change with Confidence

Wednesday, May 15 6:30-7:30 pm This workshop is for those early in their career and/or looking for a more structured approach to starting a career change! Register Here: https://villapark.librarycalendar.com/event/navigate-career-change-confidence-29882 [...]

Radio Controlled Model Aircraft 101

Wednesday, May 1 7-8:30 pm Learn about the Radio-Controlled Model Airplane hobby for those new or returning to the hobby. You will learn about legal requirements including new FAA regulations. Suggestions on the best models to start with and the steps to lean to fly it successfully. See examples of RC models and equipment. Register… [...]

Mother’s Day Craft Open House

Friday, May 10 OR Saturday, May 11 2-4 pm • All ages Celebrate a mom, aunt, grandmother, or other loved one with a craft! Young children will need some adult help. Registration is not required, but supplies are limited. [...]