Youth Services

  January 3-February 28, 2022 Don't get stuck in a dark world of snow and ice—journey into a brilliant winter with Reading Colors Your World, our 2022 Winter Reading Program! The program begins on Monday, January 3. Readers can choose to log online or offline. Track progress online with Beanstack, a fun, free, easy-to-use online… [...]

On Monday, August 23, 2021, the library unveiled a new online calendar. This calendar will be used for program registrations. Please update any bookmarks you might have on your devices. Here is the new calendar: https://villapark.librarycalendar.com/events/month [...]

Wednesdays, June 16-July 28 11:30 am-12:15 pm • All ages with adult Location | Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa Ave.  Enjoy fresh air stories combined with music and movement! Bring a blanket and picnic lunch if you like. Events will be held indoors at the Iowa Community Center in the event of inclement weather. No registration… [...]

This summer, the library is coming to a park near you! Join us for grab & go crafts, giveaways, activities, and maybe even a storytime! Where will the library pop-up this summer? Check out our schedule and locations below. Pop-Up Libraries are weather dependent. If it rains, the Pop-Up Library will not be held. Please call (630) 834-1164… [...]

Looking for a new, unique way to browse picture books? Check out our virtual art gallery! This gallery features images from a selection of our recent favorite picture books, as well as original patron art. Browse the exhibits at your leisure and find your next great read! Click the "Picture Book Exhibit" sign to get… [...]

This event is for all ages! Which book will win it all? Follow our website and social media accounts for updated information on how to vote for your favorite books. Keep reading below to see what books were nominated by the community! Here is a list of the books for our Book Bracket Battles. Click here… [...]

Want to see the winners and honor books of the American Library Association's (ALA) Youth Media Awards? Check out our virtual Youth Media Awards bookshelves! Click on each book to go to the catalog to find out more! Click here to see our virtual bookshelves! [...]

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… [...]