Adult Services

The Beat That Changed The World

Tuesday, January 20 7-8 pm A musical journey through the early years of rock 'n roll, featuring iconic artists like The Beatles, Elvis, and more. Presented by Pamela Enzweiler-Pulice. Register with this link here! [...]

Winter Reading Program 2026

January 2 - February 28, 2026 It's a Winter Beach Party! Start reading and dreaming of sunny beaches and tropical adventures with books this winter. Our reading programs are free, fun, and open to all! Visit the library in person to pick up a printed log book (for youth) or bingo card (for adults). Those… [...]

Game Day

Sunday, December 21 2:00pm - 4:00pm Join other board and card game enthusiasts at game days! Bring in your favorite games or use one from our collection.     [...]

Young At Heart

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 7:00pm–8:15pm Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature! This month, we will read Whiteout by Dhonielle Clayton. Please email Gisela (gparker@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book or come in to pick up a copy. This program is led by Gisela Parker.… [...]

An Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine

  Thursday, November 13, 2025 6:00pm–7:30pm Educator Yvonne Wolf gives a brief background on the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including three main principles of its purpose. She will relate this ancient study to Western traditions and introduce 10 common roots and herbs that are meaningful and useful in Chinese Traditional Medicine such as… [...]

Elvis: Memphis to Vegas

[caption id="attachment_52121" align="alignleft" width="225"]  [/caption] Saturday, November 8, 2025 2:00pm–3:00pm   Join Hugo Colin to learn about Elvis Presley's influence on music and culture. The program will focus on Presley's musical career, the stories behind his timeless songs, and the lasting impact of his artistry. Register with this link here! [...]

Young At Heart

Join us for Young at Heart, our book discussion group for adults who enjoy YA and children's literature! This month, we will read Rez Ball by Byron Graves. Please email Gisela (gparker@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book or come in to pick up a copy. This program is led by Gisela Parker. Registration… [...]

St. Nick’s Mart Vendor Details

The Friends of the Villa Park Library's St. Nick's Mart vendor applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis beginning on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Applications will be available for download online using the link below and printed copies will also be available at the Villa Park Public Library. The deadline to… [...]

Morbid History

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:30pm–7:30pm Morbid History presented by award-winning filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus “Because you’re just more interesting when you’re dead!” From grand corpse larceny in medieval Venice to the iron coffins popping up in Lincoln Park, this light-hearted presentation takes you around the world with spine-tingling true tales you never learned in history class.… [...]