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Writer and historian David McCullough passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022. For over 50 years, McCullough wrote books on topics spanning American history. Throughout his professional career he won many awards, including two Pulitzer Prizes. The two Pulitzer Prize winners are 1776 and John Adams, both of which can be checked out from VPPL!   [...]

Check out all things James Baldwin for his birthday! Born in 1924 in Harlem, New York, Baldwin later shared his talent and life experiences with the world in notable works spanning mediums, decades, and countries.   [...]

Before becoming an icon of science fiction literature, Ray Bradbury was born in Waukegan, Illinois on August 22, 1920. He spent a lot of his youth in Waukegan and even used Waukegan as a basis for one of his fictional towns set in Illinois! Check out one of his classic titles today! [...]

PLEASE NOTE: Due to inclement weather, tonight’s Movie in the Park (Sing 2) has been relocated indoors to the Villa Park Library (305 Ardmore Ave.) and will begin at 8 pm sharp! We apologize for the inconvenience. Mondays, August 1 and 8 • Movie will begin at 8:30-8:45 pm (approximately) Free • All ages (children… [...]

Saturday, August 13 • 9:30-10:30 am In person at the library OR online via Zoom Classes will empower all who attend to feel strong and agile within their body and mind. Exercise mat or towel required. Presented by Katie Sayad. REGISTER NOW for in-person OR online session.  [...]

Wednesday, August 10* • 6:30-8:30 pm OR take-home kit Fee $15 per project, per person *Registration ends on Wednesday, August 3 at 9 pm This month’s craft is a Ceramic Garden Gnome. REGISTER NOW for an in-person session OR a take-home kit.  [...]

Authentic disability representation in literature is here to stay, so check out these fiction books and celebrate disabled authors today!   Focus on embracing and accepting the disability community this month with these non-fiction titles! [...]

July 24th is Amelia Earhart's birthday. She made history in June 1928 as the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. In remembrance of her birthday and historic achievements, we are celebrating Earhart and other women in aviation with these non-fiction and fiction titles! [...]

Saturday, July 9 • 9:30-10:30 am In person at the library OR online via Zoom Classes will empower all who attend to feel strong and agile within their body and mind. Exercise mat or towel required. Presented by Katie Sayad. REGISTER NOW for in-person or online session.  [...]

Thursday, July 14* • 6:30-8:30 pm OR take-home kit Fee $15 per project, per person *Registration ends on Thursday, July 7 at 9 pm This month’s craft is a "Bee Kind" ceramic sign. REGISTER NOW for an in-person session OR a take-home kit.  [...]