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Saturday, May 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm Hear the songs and stories of the great women blues singers, songwriters, and instrumentalists such as Bessie Smith, Memphis Minnie, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Bonnie Raitt. Women were a dominating force in blues music beginning in the 1920’s and continue to have an impact today.… [...]

Thursday, May 15 11 am–12 pm OR 6–7 pm We invite you to learn how planning for your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burden. Join us and learn more about pre-arrangements, veteran benefits, cremation, burials, and bring your funeral questions! Light refreshments will be offered. Presented by Paula Sexton,… [...]

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm Learn about the art of Forest bathing, the practice of spending time outdoors and "bathing" in the beauty of nature. This meditative practice from Japan helps engage the senses and take a moment for yourself. Register with this link here! [...]

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm Released in 1975, Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here is a reflection of the musical and personal development of Pink Floyd's first decade as a band. 50 years later, it is regarded as one of the greatest rock albums of all time. Find out how Pink Floyd's first… [...]

Saturday, May 10 2–3:30 pm Filmmaker Pamela Enzweiler- Pulice will present a prevue of her documentary about the legendary DJ Dick Biondi who introduced the Beatles to U.S. radio audiences, sang “On Top of a Pizza,” and created a lasting bond with his legions of loyal listeners. Educational, inspiring, and nostalgic, treat yourself to the… [...]

Friday, May 9 OR Saturday, May 10 2-4 pm • All ages Celebrate a mom, aunt, grandmother, or other loved ones with a craft! Young children will need some adult help. Registration is not required, but supplies are limited. [...]

Thursday, May 1, 2025 6:30pm - 8:30pm Learn how to sew on a button, hem garments, and more at this program. Each person who attends will receive a sewing kit and sewing scissors. Presented by Ingrid Durham. Sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. Register with this link here, starting April 21st! [...]

Monday, April 28, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adrienne Bengtson, who writes science fantasy as Adrienne Miles, picked back up her lifelong interest in writing after retiring from the U.S. Air Force and a 25-year career as a librarian. Her debut novel, Spider’s Wyrd, will be published March 11, 2025 with Brick Cave Media. In addition to… [...]

Monday, April 28 3:30–5 pm Students in grades 4 - 8 are welcome to come and hang out as we explore a different anime/manga fandom every month. Register with this link here! [...]

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… [...]