Common Scams and How to Avoid Them
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am Consumers can fall prey to many types of fraud or unfair business transactions. The Illinois Attorney General’s Office protects consumers’ rights and can assist when things go wrong. Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s outreach team will help residents: be on the lookout for the latest scams, protect yourself from… [...]
PEEPS® Diorama Contest
Monday, Mar. 10 – Thursday, Apr. 10 All ages The Peeps® contest is back! Create a shoe-box diorama scene using marshmallow Peeps® candy! All entries are due on April 10, and will be displayed at the library through April 15. For more details, please visit the link here! [...]
Weather and Storm Chasing 101
Thursday, March 6, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm Come and explore the fundamentals of extreme weather with us. Discover the world of storm chasing, delve into local climatology, learn about previous tornado occurrences, gain knowledge of severe weather safety and preparedness, and participate in a Q&A session. Register with this link here! [...]
The Glorious Arts: The Culmination of Chicago as an Arts Mecca
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 7 - 8 pm Chicago's place as a hub of architecture is without argument, but what of the other Visual Arts? Very quietly, over nearly two centuries, Our Town has grown into one of the dominant Fine Arts centers in the world. Presented by Clarence Goodman. Register with this link here! [...]
Sustainability Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Monday, March 3, 2025 6:30 - 7:30pm The energetic presentation by Kay McKeen will address the many aspects of sustainability and conservation, including the history and importance of composting, water, and our direct, timeless connection to nature and the environment. It will also provide tips on how to protect our resources and where to dispose… [...]
Grim Readers
Grim Readers Monday, February 24, 2025 7:00pm - 8:15pm Join the Grim Readers book group as they discuss Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer. Please email John (jbradford@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book, or just come in and pick one up...we'll have plenty! This program is led by John Bradford. Registration is required. Register with… [...]
Game Day
Saturday, February 22 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. Register with this link here! [...]
Morning Makers
[caption id="attachment_49487" align="aligncenter" width="400"] from: https://my-littleinspirations.blogspot.com/2013/03/la-fatina-delle-uova-mixed-media.html[/caption] Wednesday, February 12, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am Come get crafty! Each session will feature a different craft-a-long. Supplies are included. February craft - Yarn wrapped wire words Register with this link here! [...]
Employment Resumes: Understanding the Applicant Tracking System
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm This program aims to demystify the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and optimize resumes for success in the digital job market. You will gain understanding of how ATS works and learn techniques to enhance your resume for higher visibility and compatibility with ATS algorithms. Learning tips and tricks will… [...]
Love Stories from History: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
Sunday, February 2, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm Award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker Lorrisa Julianus shares true stories to delight and entertain, whether you consider Cupid a bestie or a frenemy. From the happily-ever-after that Cleopatra’s daughter found with an African prince to the next-level stalking antics of Lord Byron’s exes, the course of historical love… [...]