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February 2021 The following books are all set to release this March. Place a copy on hold to be notified as it becomes available for you to checkout. March 2  The Affair by Danielle Steel "When Rose McCarthy's staff at Mode magazine pitches a cover shoot with Hollywood's hottest young actress, the actress's sizzling affair… [...]

Celebrate Black History Month with one of these books. Go online, or call to place your holds or check out our display on the second floor for more titles. [...]

January 29, 2021 is Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and its independent Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), invite you to join us for a special, virtual program. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted Americans physically, emotionally, and financially. Although we can’t change this past year’s challenges, we can share what… [...]

The Library now offers 24/7 Hold Pick-up from our Automated Lockers! You will need to call or visit the Library in person to have your account updated to reflect locker pick-up. All items must be placed on hold and you will need an email address or cell phone number to receive text messages at. Once… [...]

Introducing the Staff Picks of 2020! Scroll through to see recommendations for a variety of materials! Clicking on each picture will take you to more information on the title.   [...]

You've taken shelter from a terrible snowstorm, and find yourself in a cabin with no way out except for a mysterious door covered in locks...do you have what it takes to figure out the clues and escape? Patrons of all ages are invited to try this digital escape room. Escape using clues hidden around the… [...]

Our collection of Playaway Launchpads has expanded - take a look at our virtual display below to find out more!  Playaway Launchpads come pre-loaded with games, videos, and stories that help develop critical thinking skills and learn about various subjects, such as math and art. No wi-fi is required - just turn on the tablet… [...]

The Library is participating as a collection pick-up point for Toys for Tots donations. The collection bin is in the lobby near the hold shelves. Donations will be accepted through Friday, December 11, 2020.   Here are the guidelines for donations from Toys for Tots:   TOY GUIDELINES - New, unwrapped toys for boys and girls from newborn to age 12 will be accepted. The age groups we typically… [...]

Celebrate NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) by joining our writing contest! Short story submissions will be accepted November 1st-30th. The theme is: WINTER. You are encouraged to interpret this in any way you wish. Be creative and express your ideas! Winners will be announced Monday, December 14th. The following prizes will be awarded: 1st place:… [...]

The Villa Park Public Library will be sponsoring a Blood Drive on Wednesday, November 11 from 2:30-6:30pm. The Blood Drive will be held in the mobile coach parked in our parking lot at 305 S. Ardmore Avenue. To schedule your donation, visit www.versiti.org/IL or call/text Camille from Versiti at 847-305-9998. Appointments will be honored first; walk-ins… [...]