Local library events
Storytimes and kids' library events near VILLA PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY from the public library calendar.
305 SOUTH ARDMORE AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181
Upcoming events
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am All infants & pre-walkers with adult All babies are born to read! We will introduce the world of language and books to infants through music and singing, stories, and rhymes. This is a SERIES program. When you register, you are signed up for all dates of this program from June-July 2026.
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), with an adult. Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), with an adult. Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Join us to make Perler Bead creations!
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
The library's LEGO® DUPLO® bricks are so much fun! Join us to build, play, and socialize with other kids and families. Ages 2-5 with adult.
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Join local residents for a monthly informal fiber arts craft circle! This program is open to fiber arts crafters of all ages and skill levels. Participants can bring in projects, ask and answer questions and share ideas. This program will be held on the second Saturday of each month in the Group Collaboration Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. This program is an informal gathering. No registration is required.
1:00 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
1:00 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Grades 5 - 12 Sign up for take-home STEAM kits, including materials for a project that encourages creativity, exploration, and critical thinking through inquiry-based learning. Sign up by May 11 to receive a kit on June 12 and another kit on July 13! USE THIS LINK TO SIGN UP: https://villapark.librarycalendar.com/event/steam-tweens-teens-registration-summer-2026-steam-kits-62783
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR- - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), attending with an adult Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am -OR- - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), attending with an adult Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Rocky (© Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc., 1976: PG, 119 min.) A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
8:00 PM to 9:15 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Join our Books Worth Talking About book group as they discuss I, Medusa: a novel by Ayana Gray. Please email Michelle (mhoffmann@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 Michelle Hoffmann. Registration is required.
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am All infants & pre-walkers with adult All babies are born to read! We will introduce the world of language and books to infants through music and singing, stories, and rhymes. This is a SERIES program. When you register, you are signed up for all dates of this program from June-July 2026.
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Ages 5 & under with adult Stop in and drop in for some fun! These free social play activities feature hands-on exhibits from the DuPage Children’s Museum! NOTE: this is a DROP-IN program; no sign-up or registration is required.
7:30 PM to 8:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Pajamas are optional, but very welcome at this program! We’ll share stories, music, and gentle movement for families with young children of all ages. Register for one or more dates.
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
350 N. Addison Rd, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Join us for stories, songs, and simple rhymes in both Spanish and English! This program is a wonderful way to support early literacy skills while celebrating multiple languages. After the stories, stay for a small activity and a chance to connect with other families in the community.
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
974–998 N. Ardmore Ave., Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
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 OUTDOORS. When weather is inclement, it will be relocated to the library. Presented in partnership with Villa Park Parks & Recreation Department.
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Read a story to a dog! All of our dogs are trained to be gentle listeners. Be sure to choose a good book to read ahead of time. Children under age 7 must attend with parent/guardian. Please register each child separately. You will receive an email with a link to another website where you can select a time slot for each child.
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
10 W Park Blvd, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Visit the Friends of the Villa Park Library table at the Kiwanis Summer Concerts in July! The concession stand opens at 6 pm selling hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, popcorn, soft drinks and more. Alcohol is prohibited on the Prairie Path. THE WEDNESDAY CONCERTS BEGIN AT 6:30 PM.
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Join our RomCom book group as they discuss contemporary romantic comedies! Please email Emily (eblake@vppl.info) to reserve a copy of the book, or come in and pick one up! This program is led by Emily Blake. Registration is required. Access our feedback form here: https://forms.office.com/r/Pb2nL8ZP5y
10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for either Tuesdays -OR- Thursdays • 9:30-10 am All infants & pre-walkers with adult All babies are born to read! We will introduce the world of language and books to infants through music and singing, stories, and rhymes. This is a SERIES program. When you register, you are signed up for all dates of this program from June-July 2026.
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), with an adult. Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Sign up for ONE weekly session time: - Mondays 10:30-11am -OR- - Mondays 11:30am-12pm -OR- - Thursdays 10:30-11am - Thursdays 11:30am-12pm FOR: Children who are walking (up to age 3), with an adult. Stories, musical activities, rhyming games, and playtime for children up to age 3 who are walking, accompanied by an adult. This is a SERIES program. You only need to sign up once for the entire series (June-July 2026).
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
Ages 5 & under with adult Stop in and drop in for some fun! These free social play activities feature hands-on exhibits from the DuPage Children’s Museum! NOTE: this is a DROP-IN program; no sign-up or registration is required.
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
This is hybrid book discussion In person and via Zoom, registrants will receive the link before the meeting. This month we will discussA Death in Door Countyby Annelise Ryan. You can get a copy of the book on the 2nd floor, near the service desk.
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM
305 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL, 60181, US
For all ages with adult; siblings welcome This program is for all young children, designed to help them explore their senses and the world around them. Stories, movement, movement, and tactile activities are used to engage children of all levels and abilities, including special needs. Each session includes hands-on exploration with toys and sensory play time. Register for each date separately.