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Villa Park Public Library | June - August, 2021
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Serving the Communities of Villa Park and Oakbrook Terrace
2021 Online Summer Staff Spotlight On: Heidi Geatros,
Reading Program Public Services Associate
May 24-August 6 Heidi began working at the library in the Fall
Whooooo loves reading? We do! of 2008, as a Page in the Youth Department.
Join us this summer on Beanstack The Grimm Brothers fairytales in German
to explore the wide world of animals and reading with our were the very first books she enjoyed as a child.
Summer Reading Program, Tails and Tales. Beanstack is Her favorite books are the "Dick & Jane" series,
an easy-to-use online program, also available as an app for through which she first learned to read English as a little girl,
iOS or Android devices. Get ready to start tracking reading, and stand out as reminders of that moment of wonder and joy
collecting badges, and earning tickets for prize drawings. to her still! She loves spending time with family and friends, and
Our Adult and Youth programs are free, fun, and open to being in the outdoors--including her own yard. Heidi enjoys
everyone! sports, travel, music, and dancing, and always has a passion for
both teaching and learning new things!
The ABCs of Diversity: Helping Kids (and Ourselves)
Embrace Our Differences • Online via Zoom
Monday, June 14 • 7:30-8:30 pm
FINE
Dr. Carolyn B. Helsel and Dr. Yvette Joy Harris-
Smith will discuss their book, The ABCs of
Diversity, a guide for parents and caregivers to
help their kids become champions of diversity.
They will offer tips, from the initial processing of
anxiety and fear of not getting it right, to how to
Pending Library Board approval at the Wednesday, May 26th organize and network in order to raise diversity
Library Board Meeting, the library will become fine-free awareness in your family and community.
starting June 1! This means all items checked out at the Villa Opportunity for Q&A will follow the 45-minute
Park Public Library will be fine-free! All patron library card presentation. This program is designed for parents, teachers, and
accounts will be reset to a zero balance so everyone will caregivers. Co-sponsored with the Mount Prospect Public Library
have a fresh start. While there will be no fines, patrons will and the Aurora Public Library.
be charged for the full cost of the item(s) not returned and Pop-Up Library!
accounts will be blocked if there are 10 items overdue and an This summer, library staff will be out and about in our
account exceeds $20 in balance. For more information, community with giveaways, free books, and a few
please call the library at (630) 834-1164 or visit our website at activities! Follow us on social media, visit our website,
www.vppl.info or call the library to find out just where and when
we will pop-up in your neighborhood!
Free Meals for Kids 18 & Under Are
Back!
June 1-August 12
New Library Hours begin on June 1st! Kids ages 18 and younger are eligible
We are happy to announce that new for a free meal! Grab & Go Lunches are
available at the library on Tuesdays,
library hours will begin on Tuesday, June 1.
Wednesdays & Thursdays from
Hours are as follows:
11:30 am-1:30 pm. Please call the library,
visit our website, or follow us on social
Monday - Thursday: 9:30 am-9 pm
media for more information! Sponsored
Fridays & Saturdays: 9:30 am-5 pm
by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
Library Hours - Beginning June 1!
Monday - Thursday: 9:30 am-9:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 am-5:00 pm
PLEASE NOTE: All youth programs require
registration and an email address. online & in-person youth storytimes
June 5, 19;
Marvelous 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month • 11 am • Information about how to access the
July 3, 17;
Mornings online program will be sent via email shortly before the program begins.
August 7, 21
Toddler Mondays -OR- Thursdays • 10:30 am • Information about how to access the June 14 through
Time online program will be sent via email shortly before the program begins. August 5
Babies & Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30 am • Information about how to access the June 15 through
Books online program will be sent via email shortly before the program begins. August 5
June 18;
Community 3rd Friday of each month • 10 am • Information about how to access the
July 16;
Storytime online program will be sent via email shortly before the program begins.
August 20
Family Fridays • 11 am • All ages with adult. This program will be held outdoors at June 18, 25;
Storytime the library, weather permitting. Due to limited space and social distancing, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
(In-person) registration is limited and masks are required. Sign up for individual dates. August 6
Picture Book Wednesdays • 11:30 am - 12:15 pm • All ages with adult. This drop-in program
June 16, 23, 30;
Picnic will be held outdoors at Iowa Community Center (338 N. Iowa Avenue), or
July 7, 14, 21, 28
(In-person) indoors if weather is inclement. Due to social distancing, space is limited
and masks are required. Presented in partnership with Villa Park Parks &
Recreation Department.
PLEASE NOTE: All youth programs require registration
and an email address. youth classes
Harry Potter Book Night: Diagon Alley Dioramas! Father’s Day Craft • Make & Take Program
Entries accepted June 3-21 Friday, June 18 - OR - Saturday, June 19 • All ages
Ages 6-18 • Limit 40 Celebrate dads, uncles, grandfathers, and more!
Harry Potter Book Night is June 24, and we are Young children will need some adult help.
hosting a Diagon Alley Diorama contest! Win a Eyes of the Wild: Zoom with Live Animals!
Harry Potter gift bag! Entries will be posted on June 24 in Tuesday, June 22 • 10-10:45 am • All ages
online displays. See online calendar for details. Meet five different animals on Zoom, including mammals,
birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods! Includes Q&A.
Cartoon Cats and Dogs • Online Prerecorded Program
June 4-11 • Ages 7-14
Crafternoons • Make & Take Program
Draw cartoon cats & dogs with Hello Art Studio!
Tuesdays, June 22; July 20 • 2pm • Ages 7 & Up
Practice drawing different furry friends step-by-
A program for crafty kids! Make a fun project,
step, then use your imagination to run with it
using a wide variety of materials. Online
when you’re ready! Online video is available to
video available to watch on-demand on
watch on-demand from June 4-11.
program dates. This is a Make & Take Craft.
Creative Science: Volcano! In-Person Program MSI Science Minors • In-Person Program
Select ONE of the following sessions: Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 • 2:30-3:30 pm • Ages 8 & Up
Monday, June 7 • 3 pm - OR - Monday, July 12 • 3 pm Welcome back to a new MSI Science Minors! "Get With The
Ages 5-8 Program" and learn about computers and coding. Explore
See how a volcano is formed and learn chemistry the parts of a computer, learn binary code, write programs,
basics, then get messy and create a fizzy eruption! and put your coding skills into results you can see and
Dress for a mess! hear! This program is made possible through a partnership
with the Museum of Science & Industry Chicago.
Creative Science: Volcano! Online Program Tie-Dyed Animal Paintings • Online Prerecorded Program
Friday, June 11 • 5 pm • Ages 5-8 July 7-14 • Ages 7-18
Stop by the library to pick up your take-home Learn to make awesome “tie-dyed”
kit, then watch the video on your own and create animals of your choice! Program led by
a fizzy eruption! Online video available to watch Hello Art Studio. Online video available to
on-demand starting on June 14. watch on-demand from July 7-14.
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PLEASE NOTE: All youth, tween & teen programs require
registration and an email address. youth classes
Learning the Facts About Sharks • Online via Zoom Movies in the Park! In-Person Program
Thursday, July 22 • 6:30 pm • All ages Mondays, August 2; 9 • approx. 8:00 pm • All ages
Hear the truth behind some common misconceptions Children under 12 with adult.
about sharks! We’ll find out a few basics of shark biology Bring a lawn chair and picnic blanket to enjoy a movie
and great white shark research, too. Time is provided for outdoors on the big screen at Cortesi Park. In the event of
Q&A, so bring your shark questions to the experts! inclement weather, the movie will be held at the library.
Presented by the Atlantic White This event is co-sponsored by the Villa Park Public Library,
Shark Conservatory. the Friends of the Villa Park Library, and the Villa Park
Parks and Recreation Department.
Intro to Shark Biology • Online via Zoom Monday, August 2
Monday, August 2 • 1 pm • Ages 5-10 The Secret Life of Pets 2
See the amazing anatomy of a shark, find out how they are (©Universal Pictures, 2019:
different from other marine animals, and discover things PG, 86 min.)
about shark biology you never could have imagined! Hear
about shark research, and what is happening right now in Monday, August 9
this exciting world of ocean exploration. Presented by the The Croods 2: The New Age
Atlantic White Shark Conservatory. (©Universal Pictures, 2020:
PG, 95 min.)
Shark Tagging & Tracking • Online via Zoom
Tuesday, August 10 • 11 am • Ages 7-13 Free Comic Book Day • Make & Take Program
Q: How do you catch and keep track of a shark? A: With a tag, Saturday, August 14
of course! Find out all about shark tagging off the coast of All ages
Cape Cod, on the Atlantic Ocean! Hear about a “shark work- Visit the library today to celebrate comic
up”, and see how tags let scientists see where the sharks books, and get a comics craft to make or
travel. Presented by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. take home!
PLEASE NOTE: All tween & teen programs require
registration and an email address. tween & teen classes
Understanding College Financial Aid and How You Can DIY Pet Toys • Prerecorded Program
Benefit From It! Online via Zoom Wednesday, July 21 • 12 pm • Ages 10 & Up
Tuesday, June 15 • 6-7:30 pm If your pet needs new toys or you'd like to make some
High School Students and Older toys to donate to a local shelter, sign up for this take-and-
Presented via Zoom by My College Planning Team, make kit! Kit includes materials needed to make one toy
this webinar includes more of a deep dive into for cats and one toy for dogs.
financial strategies for affording college. Designed
as a follow-up to other signature workshops from Tie-Dye Party! In-Person Program
My College Planning Team. Tuesday, July 27 • 12 pm-12:45 pm • Ages 12-18
-OR-
STEAM for Tweens & Teens! Tuesday, July 27 • 1 pm-1:45 pm • Ages 12-18
Wednesday, June 16 • 9 am • Grades 5-12 • Limit 25 Summer is the perfect season for tie-dyeing fun!
Friday, July 16 • 9 am • Grades 5-12 • Limit 25 Bring your own items to dye (100% cotton shirts,
Wednesday, August 25 • 9 am • Grades 5-12 • Limit 25 socks, etc.) and we’ll provide the rest! Dress for a
Sign up for our monthly STEAM kits aimed at mess!
tweens and teens! Each take-home kit includes
Pet Transfer Portraits • Prerecorded Program
materials for a project that encourages creativity,
Wednesday, August 4 • 11 am • Ages 12-18
exploration, and critical thinking through
Learn how to make an easy watercolor portrait of your
inquiry-based learning.
pets with this fun picture transfer technique!
Registrants will receive kits with necessary supplies as
Teen Book Box Sign-Up well as a link to an instructional video.
Begins Tuesday, July 6 • 9 am • Grades 6 - 12 • Limit 15
Sign up by July 19 and receive your subscription box on
August 16!
Sign up for our Teen Book Box subscription service!
Registrants will receive a themed box with a
library book, as well as goodies, treats, activities,
crafts, and book lists. If this is your first time
registering, you will receive a follow-up form
to determine your personal reading preferences.
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PLEASE NOTE: All adult programs require registration and an email address.
adult classes
Bessie Coleman: One Woman Virtual Show Picnic Cheeses • Online via Zoom
ENCORE PRESENTATION • Online via Zoom Thursday, July 29 • 6:30-8:00 pm
Monday, June 7 • 6:30-7:30 pm Celebrate summer with a picnic! Join us for a
Join Gigi Coleman, great niece of Bessie Coleman, as she tasting and tips for a cheese-centric picnic
marks the 100th anniversary by reenacting the life of the basket (great if you are going to the beach or
world’s first African-American female to become a licensed heading to Ravinia or even just a summer snack
pilot in 1921. attack)! Registrants will be emailed a suggested
shopping list before the class. Presented by
Bird and Feather Drawings • Prerecorded Program Meredith Meder, ACS, CCP.
Tuesday, June 15 • 7 pm • Fee $10 for materials
Join us and learn how to draw this colorful little Summer Garden Floral Arrangements • In-Person Program
bird and one of its feathers. Christine of Hello Art Monday, July 26 • 7-8 pm
Studio will walk you through the process step by Fee: $20 per person
step. You will use your own supplies at home. Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens will teach you
This online class includes an instructional video, how to create a beautiful summer floral
and a chance to connect with the teacher and arrangement. Supplies will be provided. Please
classmates on Facebook. note: The cutoff date to register for this program
will be Monday, July 19th in order to have the
supplies on hand.
Backyard Wildlife Habitat • Online via Zoom
Tuesday, June 22 • 7 pm Making Floral Arrangements • Online via Zoom
Learn the benefits of creating a backyard habitat in your Tuesday, July 27 • 7 pm • Online via Zoom
home landscape. As well as the many options available Peggy Garvin of Garvin Gardens will teach you how to
when using native plants to provide food and cover for create your own floral arrangements. She will create two
wildlife, reducing pesticides, etc. Presented by David different arrangements. A list of plants will be available
Brooks of Spring Valley Nature Center in Schaumburg. to create your own unique design. Presented by the Villa
Sponsored by the Villa Park Garden Club. Park Garden Club.
Totally Tomato • Online via Zoom Awareness Inspires Conservation • Online via Zoom
Tuesday, June 22 • 7-8:30 pm Monday, August 2 • 7 pm
Tomato season is upon us and Chefs Susan This program provides an overview of the
and Michael Maddox are having fun making work of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy
a number of “tomato-licious” recipes. These (Based in Cape Cod, MA). The lecture covers a
include chilled soups, appetizers, and side dishes. wide range of topics - from public perception
of sharks to the role of sharks in our marine ecosystem.
Cheese and Beer Tasting • Online via Zoom
Cycling Series
Tuesday, June 29 • 6:30-8:00 pm
Join us for an evening of finding your perfect pairing of
cheese & beer! We will talk about different types of cheese
and beer, and that makes them unique for pairing. Please visit the library calendar on our website at
Registrants will be emailed a suggested shopping list before www.vppl.info or call the library at (630) 834-1164
the class. Presented by Meredith Meder, ACS, CCP. for registration information.
Cycling for Transportation • Online via Zoom
Realistic Dog Portraits • Online via Pre-recorded Program
Monday, June 21 • 7-8 pm
Tuesday, July 13 • 7 pm • Fee $10 for materials
Join our presenter as they share tips and suggestions
Join us and learn to draw a realistic portrait of a beloved
for cyclists of all abilities to use when cycling for
furry companion, complete with accurate
transportation. Presented by Ride Illinois, a nonprofit
proportions and shading. Draw a dog from
organization making Illinois better through biking.
a provided photo, or use your own photo for
reference. Christine of Hello Art Studio will Bike Safety Tips for Parents • Online via Zoom
walk you through the process step by step. Monday, July 12 • 7-8 pm
This online class includes an instructional video, and a chance Learn bicycle safety tips you can share with your
to connect with the teacher and classmates on Facebook. kids! This is a great topic for any parent, grandparent,
or guardian!
All Things Bacon • Online via Zoom
Bicycle Friendly Driver • Online via Zoom
Tuesday, July 13 • 7-8:30 pm
Monday, August 16 • 7-8 pm
Should we say anything else??? Bacon is a family favorite
Learn more about the benefits of using
all over the United States. Chef Susan Maddox will be
your bike for transportation in this
demonstrating some fun and tasty recipes to get you
program presented by Ride Illinois, a
started on your bacon fix. She will be making appetizers to
nonprofit organization making Illinois
salads to side dishes, utilizing this delicious meat. You
better through biking.
won’t want to miss this!
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PLEASE NOTE: All adult programs are online and require registration and an email address. adult classes
Food For Thought: Heirloom Stories • Online via Zoom August Fruit & Vegetable Harvest • Online via Zoom
Tuesday, August 24 • 7 pm Thursday, August 26 • 7-8:30 pm
Lisa Hilgenberg has vegetable gardening in her blood – her In this program, Chef Susan Maddox features all the
family’s century farm heritage dates to 1881. The last decade wonderful fruits and vegetables from the gardens and
has found her as the Regenstein Fruit and Vegetable Garden farmers’ markets available in the late summer months. She
horticulturist at Chicago Botanic Garden where she manages will also discuss some tricks and techniques to make your
4 acres of edible landscape, curating and interpreting a time in the kitchen easy and enjoyable.
collection of 400 types of edible plants. Sponsored by the
Villa Park Garden Club.
Virtual Fitness classes
Crafty Creations with Gilda - IN PERSON OR
ONLINE
Wednesday, June 16 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Fee $15 per project, per person
Join Gilda as she demonstrates how
to make this month's Crafty Creation.
Note: Deadline to register for this program
is Wednesday, June 9. If there are fewer than
Dynamic Movement 180 Workout Series presented by 10 people registered for this program
Lisa Sawczuk • Online via prerecorded YouTube video by 6/9, then the program will be a
prerecorded YouTube video only; no in-person
Saturday, June 5 & August 14
class will be held. Choose from either the star or
Age Reversing Dynamic Stretch: Designed to restore
the heart board.
movement in joints, flexibility in muscles, and relieve
pain. Chair needed for balance support and end barre
stretches. Crafty Creations with Gilda - IN PERSON OR ONLINE
Thursday, July 22 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Saturday, June 19 Fee $15 per project, per person
Cardio Dance: Ballet-inspired 40-minute low-intensity Join Gilda as she demonstrates how
cardio workout. No equipment needed. to make this month's Crafty Creation.
Note: Deadline to register for this program
Saturday, July 10 is Thursday, July 15. If there are fewer than
Dynamic Stretch: Release, Rebalance, Restore: Slow- 10 people registered for this program by 7/15,
paced 40-minute workout to rebalance the entire body. then the program will be a prerecorded
Chair is needed for balance support and barre stretches. YouTube video only; no in-person class
will be held. Choose from either the frog or
Saturday, July 24 lizard project.
Move to Fit: Low Impact Strengthening: Full body
workout maximizes strength and mobility. Done standing Crafty Creations with Gilda - IN PERSON OR ONLINE
and seated in a chair. Gym shoes recommended. Wednesday, August 18 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Optional: light hand weights (1-2 lbs.) Fee $15 per project, per person
Join Gilda as she demonstrates how
to make this month's Crafty Creation.
Happy Healthy Yoga presented by Katie Sayad Note: Deadline to register for this program
Live Online via GoogleMeet • Saturdays; June 12, is Wednesday, August 11. If there are fewer
July 10 & August 14 • 9-10 am than 10 people registered for this program
Classes are designed to be thoughtful and balanced to by 8/11, then the program will be a
empower those who attend to feel strong and agile within prerecorded YouTube video only; no
their body and their mind. in-person class will be held.
Program fees are due within 3 days. Registrants with unpaid fees will be placed on the waiting list after 3 days. While supplies last. 5
PLEASE NOTE: All adult programs are online and require registration and an email address. adult classes
BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Participants must have an email address to participate.
For online book discussions, the program link will be shared with all registered participants.
Books & Bites
Online via Zoom
led by Sean Birmingham
from 11:30 am-12:15 pm
Thursday, June 3 Thursday, July 1 Thursday, August 5
The Black Count: Glory, Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies The Lost City of Z: A Tale of
Revolution, Betrayal and the in a Silicon Valley Startup Deadly Obsession in the
Real Count of Monte Cristo by John Carreyrou Amazon
by Tom Reiss by David Grann
Books Worth Talking About
In person at the library
led by Michelle Hoffmann
from 7-8:15 pm
Thursday, June 10 Thursday, July 8 Thursday, August 12
Homegoing: A Novel A Burning: A Novel Girl at War: A Novel
by Yaa Gyasi by Megha Majumdar by Sara Nović
Mystery Readers
Online via Zoom
led by Denise Kuhr
from 6-7 pm
Thursday, June 17 Thursday, July 15 Thursday, August 19
IQ: A Novel Eight Perfect Murders: The Feral Detective: A Novel
by Joe Ide A Novel by Jonathan Lethem
by Peter Swanson
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news/friends
Blood Drive with Versiti • Library Parking Lot 24/7 Library Holds Pick-up!
Thursday, July 29 • 2:30-6:30 pm • Registration is Now you can arrange to have your holds
required placed into our outdoor lockers!
The Blood Drive will take place in the
coach parked in the library's parking The lockers are located just to the east of our
lot. To set up a time, call Camille from main entrance, and are
Versiti at 847-305-9998 or, visit the accessible 24 hours a
library's event calendar at day, seven days a week!
www.vppl.info for more details and a Call or visit the library for
link to register online. more details and get
signed-up today!
Kanopy
Kanopy is a video streaming platform with a collection of over 30,000 documentaries and feature
films featuring over 1,000 producers including selections from Criterion Collection, Great Courses,
Kino Lorber, BBC, PBS, and more. There is a 15 item checkout limit per month. Apps available for:
iPhone, iPad, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Chromecast, Roku, fireTV, fireTablet, and Samsung.
Friends of the Villa Park Library
Do you love your library? Become a Friend! The Friends act as advocates for the library: sponsoring programs
and fundraising events, promoting the library within the community, and helping to improve the library
facilities and services. For more information, email the Friends at: FRIENDSoftheVPLibrary@gmail.com
Want to support the Friends? Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible
AmazonSmile purchases to the Friends of the Villa Park Library.
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Library Information
Photo Policy Villa Park Public Library
The Villa Park Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and 305 S. Ardmore Avenue
record during programs and events to promote activities, collections, and Villa Park, IL 60181
services. Participants are not identified without their permission. Please notify 630-834-1164
staff if you do not want yourself or your child to be photographed or recorded. www.vppl.info
Accommodation Information Board of Trustees
Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library Steve De La Rosa
presentation should contact the library at (630) 834-1164 at least three days Deborah Canale
before a program or event. Jennifer Hovanec
Adelaide “Pat” Hubbard
Memorials and Gifts - Thank you to the following donors: Wanda Koeller
Donation from the Friends of the Villa Park Public Library Dianne Luebker
Donation from Debra Sparling Mark McCleary
Donation from the Kiwanis Club of Villa Park Library Board Meetings
Wednesday, June 23
Wednesday, July 28
Wednesday, August 25
Beginning at 7 pm
The public is invited to attend.
Department Heads
Sandra Hill, Library Director
Kandice Krettler, Deputy Director &
Head of Circulation/Outreach Services
Donations to the Library Sean Birmingham, Head of Public Services
Are you interested in learning more about how to donate to the Villa Park
Public Library? Contact Carolyn Turner at (630) 834-1164 ext. 110, or visit our John Bradford, Head of Materials Services
website at: https://www.vppl.info/library-info/support-your-library/
Jean Jansen, Youth Services Manager
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