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Big Run Wolf Ranch is back at the Library!

[caption id="attachment_53666" align="aligncenter" width="450"] Big Run Wolf Ranch at the Summer Reading Kick-Off in 2023[/caption] Thursday, June 11, 2026 5:00pm–6:30pm Hosted by the Big Run Wolf Ranch, come learn about a Canadian Lynx, Porcupine, Opossum, and an Armadillo live in person this summer! Under 7 with an adult. Register with this link here!  Visit Big… [...]

Picture Book Picnic

Wednesdays • 11:30 am-12:15 pm • All ages with adult June 10, 17, 24 • LOCATION: Lufkin Park 1000 S. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park, IL July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • LOCATION: Twin Lakes Park 974-998 N. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park, IL (located at N. Ardmore Ave. and Sidney Ct.) This drop-in program will be held… [...]

Summer Reading 2026: Unearth A Story™

Unearth A Story™ when you step into the library and walk with the dinosaurs! May 26 - August 4 Earn points to win prizes! Read books or eBooks Listen to audiobooks or eAudiobooks All ages are welcome to participate No library card required Sign Up or Log On to Beanstack Sign in to your account… [...]

Young At Heart

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 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 Like a Love Story by Abdi Nazemian. Set in New York City in 1989, this sprawling epic follows three teens as they navigate love, friendship, and the… [...]

Free Summer Meals for Kids 18 & Under

June 2 - August 6 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. [...]

Rhythm & Rhyme Community Storytimes

Monday, May 18 10 – 10:30 am • All ages with adult Location | 320 E. Wildwood Ave., Villa Park Monday, May 18 11:30 am-noon • All ages with adult Location | 1S325 Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace Join us on the road for special storytimes featuring music and movement! Children of all ages are welcome with an… [...]

Family Playdate

Tuesday, May 19 & Thursday, May 21 • 10:30 am- 12 pm Stop in and drop in for some fun! These free social play activities feature hands-on exhibits from the DuPage Children’s Museum! Upcoming: Tuesday, May 19 & Thursday, May 21 • 10:30 am - 12 pm   Family Playdate FULL SHEET May-Aug 2026 [...]