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Fridays, August 8 & September 12 approx. 8pm All ages, under 12 with adult Location | Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park 318 E. Kenilworth Ave., Villa Park Bring a lawn chair and a picnic blanket to enjoy a movie outdoors on the big screen! In case of inclement weather, the movie will be shown indoors at… [...]

Martin Cruz Smith, author of the Arkady Renko novels, November 3, 1942 – July 11, 2025 Check out one of his books:         [...]

Introducing the newest addition to our Digital Media Lab, the Glowforge Plus laser cutter! This machine can cut, engrave, and score into a variety of materials to create amazing projects.  Check out the Glowforge website for designs you can create! Things like signs, bookmarks, ornaments, personalized magnets, and plant stakes and more. The following Proofgrade… [...]

In honor of musician and co-founder of the Beach Boys, Brian Wilson, here are some selections from our catalog:         [...]

ATTENTION! Beginning on Monday, June 9, all Museum Adventure Pass requests must be made in person at the library. Due to continuing difficulties with the online request system, we have determined to return to the process of issuing Museum Adventure Passes only to patrons who visit the library in person. As always, calls to inquire… [...]

Wednesdays, June 11-June 25 • 6:30 pm Location | Ruggard Gazebo on the Prairie Path  Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy the summer weather with fun and lively musical entertainment. June 11: The BenAnna Band The BenAnna Band is a nationally touring children's duo that focuses on music and inclusion for kiddos of all… [...]

Summer Reading is here! Tuesday, May 27th – Friday, August 1st 2025 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 – Color Our World – this year and read for enjoyment and for a chance… [...]

June 3-August 7 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays • 11:30 am-12:30 pm Kids ages 18 and under are eligible for free summer lunches! Please contact the library or follow us on social media for more information. Sponsored by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. [...]

Join the Friends of the Villa Park Library and local businesses for an afternoon of fun on Sunday, May 4 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. There will be nearly 30 vendors who will be selling a variety of merchandize. There is free admission and this event will be held indoors. This event will be… [...]

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! [...]