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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. [...]

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm Join the Grim Readers book group as they discuss Leech by Hiron Ennes. 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 this link… [...]

Monday, May 21 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!   [...]

Monday, May 19 10 – 10:30 am • All ages with adult Location | 320 E. Wildwood Ave., Villa Park Monday, May 19 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… [...]

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 AND 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. [...]