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Local Author Fair
2025-10-04 13:00:00 2025-10-04 16:00:00 America/Chicago Local Author Fair Connect with Local Authors writing for youth, teens, and adults. Enjoy live readings, shop for signed books, and don’t miss USA Today bestselling mystery author Annelise Ryan! Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B

Saturday, October 04
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-04 13:00:00 2025-10-04 16:00:00 America/Chicago Local Author Fair Connect with Local Authors writing for youth, teens, and adults. Enjoy live readings, shop for signed books, and don’t miss USA Today bestselling mystery author Annelise Ryan! Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B

Lake Villa District Library

AS Program Room A/B

Connect with Local Authors writing for youth, teens, and adults. Enjoy live readings, shop for signed books, and don’t miss USA Today bestselling mystery author Annelise Ryan!

Connect with Local Authors and purchase their books in the AS Program Room from 1 - 4 pm.

Featured Guest Annelise Ryan:

1 - 1:45 pm (AS Meeting Room)

Annelise Ryan has been entertaining mystery fiction enthusiasts for nearly two decades. She brings her unique combination of wit, humor, murder, and mayhem to Wisconsin’s beautiful Door County with her Monster Hunter Mystery series, A Death In Door County and A Death in the Woods.  Book sale and signing will follow the program.

Local Author Readings:

2 - 4 pm  (AS Meeting Room)

  • 2 pm – Kari Pohar
  • 2:15 pm – Michelle Habrych
  • 2:30 pm – Neil Bradbury
  • 2:45 pm – Paul Schreck
  • 3 pm – Michael Pickard
  • 3:15 pm – N.T. Lopez
  • 3:30 pm – Meg Marcus
  • 3:45 pm – Morris Taylor

AGE GROUP: | Youth | Young Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Event |

TAGS: | #synchronous | #lvdl | #allages |

Lake Villa District Library
Phone: 847-356-7711
Hours
Mon, Sep 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 28 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Connect with Lake Villa District Library and discover all it has to offer---best-selling books, award-winning movies and music, access to digital content and activities for people of all ages. Plus free Wi-Fi and space to meet, study and work.

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.

Please let us know if you or someone in your party requires accommodations.

Photographs or videos may be taken at library programs and events. Please notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Upcoming Events

Friday Fun - Art Start
Fri, Sep 26, 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, Sep 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Saturday Session - Puzzle Club
Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Assemble jigsaw puzzles with family and friends!
Chess Club - Open to players of all ages and levels!
Sun, Sep 28, 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, Sep 29, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
SGA Youth & Family Services - Information Table and Firearm Lock Distribution
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
A Violence Prevention Educator will be available to share information on secure firearm storage and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Free firearm locks will be available to community members.
Page Turners - "New Kid" by Jerry Craft
Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
GRADES 6-8: Join us to discuss "New Kid" by Jerry Craft. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Young Adult Desk.
The Mystery of Nancy Drew
Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Explore the history of America's favorite teen sleuth, including the mystery of who was "Carolyn Keene" and why this series, more than other girls' book series, has captivated generations of readers.
Senator Mary Edly-Allen Mobile Business Hours - Illinois State Senator for the 31st District
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Sep 30, 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.
Monster High Party
Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Be yourself, be unique, be a monster and celebrate 15 years of Monster High!
Representative Tom Weber Traveling Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 64th District
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
History of Tattoos
Wed, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
We see tattoos all the time, but what is their history? Join us as Meg Munaretto, owner of Black Lace Ink, takes us on a journey through the world of tattoos.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Genealogy 101 - Start Your Family Tree
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Use LVDL’s Ancestry.com subscription to begin your genealogy journey. See a demo of this resource and get a chance to research your own family history. Ideal for beginners!
Teen Board Game Café
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Animal Explorers - Narwhal
Thu, Oct 02, 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!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Resurrection Mary - Chicago’s Most Beloved Spirit
Thu, Oct 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Who is or was “Resurrection Mary” and what makes the Chicago version of this “Vanishing Hitchhiker” legend so special? Where did the story start? Are people still seeing Mary’s ghost today?
Friday Fun - Play-Doh Palooza
Fri, Oct 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Have fun molding your imagination!
Great Decisions - The Future of NATO and European Security
Fri, Oct 03, 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.
Neighborhood Hours with State Rep. Joyce Mason's Office - Illinois State Representative for the 61st District
Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Representative Mason's office will be available to assist with state issues such as unemployment, utility assistance, SNAP and Medicaid.
Congressman Brad Schneider Neighborhood Office Hours - U.S. Rep. for Illinois's 10th Congressional District
Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library - Lobby
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.
Reading with Your Rep - with IL State Representative Joyce Mason
Sat, Oct 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Read a few books and chat with our special storytime guest, IL State Rep Joyce Mason!
Local Author Fair
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Connect with Local Authors writing for youth, teens, and adults. Enjoy live readings, shop for signed books, and don’t miss USA Today bestselling mystery author Annelise Ryan!
Kindergarten Readiness - Sorting
Sat, Oct 04, 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.
Meet a MARVEL Artist - featuring Jerry DeCaire
Sun, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Jerry DeCaire (illustrator of Wolverine, Deadpool and Thor) presents a live drawing demonstration and workshop!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
ChatGPT for Job-Seekers - The Right Way to Use AI to Accelerate Your Search (Zoom)
Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library
ChatGPT can boost your job hunt, but it can also actually hurt your chances if used the wrong way. Discover smart ways to use ChatGPT for resumes, interviews, and more with tips from a hiring insider.
Register
Chopped Craft Challenge
Tue, Oct 07, 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 Craft & Snack - Frankenstuffies & Fruit Snacks
Tue, Oct 07, 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!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Oct 07, 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.
Chicka Chicka Book Club - “Who's Afraid of the Light?” by Anna McGregor
Wed, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 1: Join us to read and discuss “Who's Afraid of the Light?” by Anna McGregor. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
LVDL Writers Group - How to Write Compelling Fiction & Poetry
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Allendale Association Foster Care
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Learn about fostering a child through Allendale.
Bring Your Own Book Club
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Interested in discussing books, but don’t want to read an assigned title?  Join fellow readers and bring a book of your choice!  Silent read for 30 minutes, then chat about what you’re reading after.
STEM Me a Story
Thu, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Explore a story using science, technology, engineering and math!
Fall Flower Arranging Workshop Session 2
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Learn to create a beautiful fresh-cut floral arrangement with Jen Holmes, of Holmes Honey & Fresh Cut Flowers.
Registration opens Thursday, October 2 2025 at 10:00am
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
A Visit from Mary Macaroni
Fri, Oct 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Shake shakers and dance to rockin' tunes with singer, songwriter, guitarist AND magician, Mary Macaroni. Enjoy the show and explore a musical instrument petting zoo afterwards!
Making of a Classic: The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Fri, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Discover the magic behind the creation of one of cinema’s most beloved films. Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek discusses the production, legacy, and cultural impact of The Wizard of Oz (1939).
Family Trivia
Fri, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Impress us with your trivia knowledge and compete against other families!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Oct 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Second Saturday Readers - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes And Other Lessons From The Crematory
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
LVDL's monthly book discussion that meets on the second Saturday of each month. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk.
Saturday Session - Pixar Shorts
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Watch a Pixar short film (or two) and enjoy snacks!
LEGO Club
Sun, Oct 12, 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, Oct 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
A Visit from the FrogLady
Mon, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Meet 15+ amphibians and reptiles live and up close. You’ll even be able to touch some of them!
Passport Pals - Nigeria
Mon, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): No suitcase needed—explore a new country with games, snacks, crafts and music!
Lake Villa District Library Board Meeting
Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Administrative Conference Room
Regular meeting of the Lake Villa District Library Board of Trustees.
Goodwill Empower Youth Program - Career Training and Development
Tue, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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. 
Teen Service Hour
Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Looking for volunteer hours? Help us assemble craft kits and earn volunteer credit!
Kids Board Game Night
Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Bring your family and get ready to play!
Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl - Wonders of Mexico
Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Complete with dazzling costumes and infectious music, Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl performs energetic traditional folklore dance numbers found in the villages of Mexico’s different regions.
Lunchtime at the Library - Master of Suspense: The Films of Alfred Hitchcock
Wed, Oct 15, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Valerie Gugala explores the world of Alfred Hitchcock, the iconic “Master of Suspense,” whose thrilling films and bold techniques forever changed the art of filmmaking.
Teen D&D Miniatures
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Calling all mundane humans by day/level 15 half-elf clerics by night! We’ll provide the miniatures and paints.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Understanding Medicare Choices - Session 1
Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Whether you’re signing up for the first time or wondering if you should make a change, this class helps you make a more informed decision about Medicare. Presented by Karen Chan.
Understanding Medicare Choices - Session 2
Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Whether you’re signing up for the first time or wondering if you should make a change, this class helps you make a more informed decision about Medicare. Presented by Karen Chan.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Bring Your Own Book Club
Thu, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Interested in discussing books, but don’t want to read an assigned title?  Join fellow readers and bring a book of your choice!  Silent read for 30 minutes, then chat about what you’re reading after.
Six-Sentence Scary Story Contest - Submissions accepted September 15 – October 17
Fri, Oct 17, All day
Lake Villa District Library
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (kindergarten - grade 12): Think you can send shivers down our spines in just six sentences? Winners will be announced by October 24.
Friday Fun - Play Time
Fri, Oct 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Play with toys and friends, old and new!
The Salem Witch Trials and the Power of Fear
Fri, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
In 1692, teen girls' strange fits sparked witchcraft hysteria in Salem. Join Joyce Haworth as she lays out the true story of one of the strangest and most painful episodes in American history.
Coding Club - Dash Robots
Fri, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (kindergarten - grade 12): Discover, experiment, innovate—join us to explore coding, robots and more! Bring your own device or use one of the library’s.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Oct 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Saturday Session - Craft Club
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Make a craft and meet new friends!
Teen Service Hour
Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Looking for volunteer hours? Help us assemble craft kits and earn volunteer credit!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mon, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Bookworm Buddies - "Making New Friends Can Be Scary" by Barbara Cantini
Mon, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 2-3: Join us to discuss "Ghoulia: Making New Friends Can Be Scary" by Barbara Cantini. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Mario Kart Club
Mon, Oct 20, 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!
Taste Test Tuesday: Cheerios - for Kids
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Vote for your favorite Cheerios...after you taste a few, of course!
Taste Test Tuesday: Cheerios - for Teens
Tue, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Vote for your favorite Cheerios...after you taste a few, of course!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Books on Tap - The September House by Carissa Orlando
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Scale Up Your Business with Gale Udemy Courses - Support Small Business Success (Zoom)
Wed, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur looking to enhance your professional skills and drive your venture to new heights? If so, this training session on Gale Presents: Udemy is for you!
Register
Computer Basics
Wed, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Don't know how to cut, copy or paste? Can’t find that file you saved? Having trouble with your email? Stacy Freeman, from Links2Teach, shapes this basic computer class around your questions.
Novel Thoughts - "The Secret of Phantom Island" by Dustin Brady
Wed, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 4-5: Join us to discuss "The Secret of Phantom Island" by Dustin Brady. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
In Our Own Voice - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
A volunteer from NAMI of Lake County talks openly about their lived experiences of a mental health condition, breaking down stereotypes and changing the way we think about mental illness.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
An Evening with Quantum Paranormal Investigators
Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Join the Quantum Paranormal Investigators to learn the do’s and don'ts of paranormal investigations, see real evidence, and hear about haunted spots around Chicago and Illinois. Ages 13+.
Friday Fun - Art Start
Fri, Oct 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Blend the rules and create a masterpiece!
Hoop Dancing with Starr Chief Eagle
Fri, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Celebrate Lakota culture with Starr Chief Eagle as she performs the rare tradition of hoop dancing using 22 hoops to create several designs, shapes, and creatures to tell stories.
After-Hours Teen Party - Glow in the Dark
Fri, Oct 24, 5:45pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Who says library parties aren’t LIT?
Registration opens Wednesday, October 1 2025 at 9:00am
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Oct 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Saturday Session - Puzzle Club
Sat, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Assemble jigsaw puzzles with family and friends!
Chess Club - Open to players of all ages and levels!
Sun, Oct 26, 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!
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