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Murder & Mayhem

Daughter Of Mine by Megan Miranda
2025-04-28 19:00:00 2025-04-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Murder & Mayhem LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room

Monday, April 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-28 19:00:00 2025-04-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Murder & Mayhem LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room

Lake Villa District Library

AS Meeting Room

LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month.

This month’s title is Daughter Of Mine by Megan Miranda.

When Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake's longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she's warily drawn back to the town, and people, she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel's not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge...including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother's disappearance.

Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

TAGS: | #synchronous | #onsite | #adult |

Lake Villa District Library
Phone: 847-356-7711
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First established in 1949, Lake Villa District Library serves Lake Villa Township and those who live within the township’s boundaries; including the communities of Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, portions of Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights and Antioch. The population served is approximately 40,000.

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Upcoming Events

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Mar 31, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Consolidated Election
Tue, Apr 01, 5:00am - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Consolidated Election
Puzzle Club
Tue, Apr 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Share the joys of jigsaw puzzles with family and friends!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint or enjoy any other handicraft, here is a great opportunity to work on it at the library with new friends.
Teen D&D Club
Tue, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Love Dungeons & Dragons? Join us!
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Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Representative Weber’s office will be available to answer questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services.
Those Were the Days Radio Players of Lake County Live - Classic Comedy
Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Experience an hour of live radio comedy, complete with sound effects! Enjoy classics like Jack Benny, Abbott and Costello, and more!
Genealogy 101 - Start Your Family Tree
Thu, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Use LVDL’s Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest subscriptions to begin your genealogy journey. See a demo of these resources and get a chance to research your own family history. Ideal for beginners!
Animal Explorers - Rabbits
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Don't miss these fun activities about the animals you love!
Teen Board Game Café
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Bring your own game or play one of ours! Win a prize if you beat the librarian.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Planning for Retirement (Virtual)
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library
Learn what to consider about when to retire, how much money you will need, when to take Social Security and how to invest when you are retired. Presented by John Daly, CFP.
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History of Sports
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Are you a sports fan? Learn about the roots of American sports culture, its importance to America's history, and the origins of organized sports, including football, racing, and more!
Friday Fun - Dance Party
Fri, Apr 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Dance the morning away with friends!
Great Decisions - U.S.-China Relations
Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room B
An opportunity to learn, participate in thoughtful discourse, and reach informed opinions on the issues in America's foreign policy process. Reading materials available at the Adult Services Desk.
Congressman Brad Schneider Neighborhood Office Hours - U.S. Rep. for Illinois's 10th Congressional District
Fri, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from U.S. Representative Schneider's office will be available to assist with federal issues such as Medicare, Social Security, Veteran Services, passports and immigration.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Apr 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Kindergarten Readiness - Counting
Sun, Apr 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Join us for fun stations where your child can practice skills and concepts for kindergarten.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Apr 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Navigating Student Loans - Understanding Your Options (Virtual)
Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library
Barbara Ginty, CFP® CEPA®, guides you through the complex landscape of student loans. Explore strategies for managing student loan repayments while also building a secure financial future.
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Goodwill Empower Youth Program - Career Training and Development
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Stop by the lobby to learn more about Goodwill's Empower Youth Program, a career training and development program for Illinois youth and young adults ages 16-24. 
Amusement Parks of Chicagoland Remembered
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Relive the magic of Chicagoland's classic amusement parks like Old Chicago, Adventureland, Santa’s Village, Fairyland, Fun Fair, Riverview, Kiddieland, Dispensa’s Kiddie Kingdom, and more!  
Taste Test Tuesday: Peeps - for Kids
Tue, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Vote for your favorite Peeps...after you taste a few, of course!
Taste Test Tuesday: Peeps - for Teens
Tue, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Vote for your favorite Peeps...after you taste a few, of course!
Teen D&D Club
Tue, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Love Dungeons & Dragons? Join us!
Landscaping with Native Plants
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Discover the benefits of designing native habitats such as butterfly gardens and rain gardens. Learn about native plant selection and identification, habitat requirements and maintenance.  
Novel Thoughts - "The Littlest Voyageur" by Margi Preus
Wed, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 4-5: Join us to discuss "The Littlest Voyageur" by Margi Preus. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
LVDL Writers Group - Explore Ekphrastic Poetry
Wed, Apr 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
We'll talk craft; discuss writing-related questions; and celebrate big and small victories in terms of process, production, and publication.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
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Thu, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
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Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
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Friday Fun - Play Time
Fri, Apr 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Play with toys and friends, old and new!
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Fri, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Featured Artist Exhibit
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Fri, Apr 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
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Sat, Apr 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
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Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
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Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Bring your brains and we'll supply the bricks!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Apr 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Lake Villa District Library Board Meeting
Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room B
Regular meeting of the Lake Villa District Library Board of Trustees.
@Home Kit: Spring Tree - First come, first served starting 9am!
Tue, Apr 15, All day
Lake Villa District Library
BABY/TODDLER (birth-age 2): Enjoy a free take-home activity! All kits are first come, first served starting 9am.
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint or enjoy any other handicraft, here is a great opportunity to work on it at the library with new friends.
Teen D&D Club
Tue, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Love Dungeons & Dragons? Join us!
Books on Tap - Shutter by Ramona Emerson
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library
It's the library in hangout mode; a book club with a twist, held at Timothy O'Toole's in Lake Villa.
Lunchtime at the Library - Main Street, Illinois
Wed, Apr 16, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Explore the charm, traditions, and stories of Illinois towns with John Lynn. Through his 30-year project called "Main Street, Illinois," he has visited and photographed all 2,400 communities!
Mario Kart Club
Wed, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (kindergarten - grade 12): Mario time... oh yeah! Drop in to race against other gamers!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Allendale Foster Care
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Learn about fostering a child from Allendale Association.
Coffee & Conversation
Thu, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and chat with your neighbors. Catch up with old friends and make new ones. Please register.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - Art Start
Fri, Apr 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Blend the rules and create a masterpiece!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Apr 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Teen Service Hours
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Looking for volunteer hours? Help us get ready for summer and earn volunteer credit!
Teen Poetry Contest - Accepting submissions starting April 1
Sun, Apr 20, All day
Lake Villa District Library
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Submit one original poem on any topic for a chance to win a gift card! Winning poems may be displayed at the library.
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Sun, Apr 20, All day
Lake Villa District Library
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Mon, Apr 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
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Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
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Page Turners - "Breathing Underwater" by Sarah Allen
Mon, Apr 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
GRADES 6-8: Join us to discuss "Breathing Underwater" by Sarah Allen. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Young Adult Desk.
Teen Craft & Snack - Dragons & Doritos
Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Make a craft and meet new friends while enjoying the snack of the month!
Chopped Craft Challenge
Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): What can you create with our mystery craft supplies?
Teen D&D Club
Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Love Dungeons & Dragons? Join us!
100 Things to Do in Chicago Before You Die
Tue, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Writer and tour guide, Molly Page, shares tips for planning a Chicago staycation, ideas for date night, and a few hidden gems to explore the city with the whole family.
Google Docs & Drive
Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
How do I save something to Google Drive? When should I use Google Docs? Stacy Freeman, from Links2Teach, shapes this class around your Google Docs and Drive questions. Google account required.
Chicka Chicka Book Club - "A Walk in the Words" by Hudson Talbott
Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 1: Join us to read and discuss "A Walk in the Words" by Hudson Talbott. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Terry Savage Talks Money (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library
Terry Savage is a respected financial expert who delivers practical, trustworthy guidance on all things money related. Gain insights on the economy, financial markets & personal finance topics.
Register
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Game Time for Adults
Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Spend some time together playing games and meeting others in the community. Play one of our classic board games or bring your own to teach others. Come prepared to have some fun!
Brush Pen Modern Calligraphy Workshop
Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Learn calligraphy with a modern twist. Instructor Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design teaches participants how to write with a brush pen by practicing basic strokes and the lowercase alphabet.
Registration opens Thursday, April 17 2025 at 10:00am
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - Play-Doh Palooza
Fri, Apr 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Have fun molding your imagination!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Apr 26, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Family Bingo
Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for a festive bingo bash featuring colorful spring cards with flowers, bunnies, and more!
Chess Club - Open to players of all ages and levels!
Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Play the game, hone your skills and meet new friends!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Apr 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Murder & Mayhem - Daughter Of Mine by Megan Miranda
Mon, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month.
Senator Mary Edly-Allen Mobile Business Hours - Illinois State Senator for the 31st District
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Senator Edly-Allen's office will be available to answer questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services.
Teen D&D Club
Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Love Dungeons & Dragons? Join us!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A
If you knit, crochet, needlepoint or enjoy any other handicraft, here is a great opportunity to work on it at the library with new friends.
Stay Private Online
Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Worried about what information is being collected by internet companies and advertisers as you surf the net? Learn what you need to know to keep yourself hidden!
Camp Douglas: The Civil War in Chicago
Wed, Apr 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
The largest northern Civil War prisoner-of-war camp was in Chicago. Joyce Haworth shares tales of Confederate prisoners' hardships, daring escapes, and resilience as she explores this lost camp. 
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