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The Cannons of Ticonderoga

A Revolutionary War Story
2026-03-10 19:00:00 2026-03-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Cannons of Ticonderoga In late 1775, scrappy American forces had a British army trapped inside Boston but no one knew what to do next. Historian Joyce Haworth shares the story of this daring American Revolution escapade. Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B

Tuesday, March 10
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-10 19:00:00 2026-03-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Cannons of Ticonderoga In late 1775, scrappy American forces had a British army trapped inside Boston but no one knew what to do next. Historian Joyce Haworth shares the story of this daring American Revolution escapade. Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B

Lake Villa District Library

AS Program Room A/B

In late 1775, scrappy American forces had a British army trapped inside Boston but no one knew what to do next. Historian Joyce Haworth shares the story of this daring American Revolution escapade.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | America250 | #synchronous | #lvdl | #adult |

Lake Villa District Library
Phone: 847-356-7711
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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.

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Upcoming Events

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LEGO Club
Sun, Feb 15, 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, Feb 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
See a Juggler! Be a Juggler! - featuring Jason Kollum
Mon, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Don’t miss this interactive juggling, balancing, and circus arts show where YOU become the juggler!
Bookworm Buddies - "The Kid from Planet Z: Crash!" by Nancy Krulik
Mon, Feb 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 2-3: Join us to discuss "The Kid from Planet Z: Crash!" by Nancy Krulik. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Mario Kart Club
Mon, Feb 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!
Celebrating the Lunar New Year
Mon, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Saddle up for the Year of the Horse. Educator Yvonne Wolf shares about the rites, activities, symbols, and foods associated with the Lunar New Year and how you can participate in your own home.
Taste Test Tuesday: Hershey's Kisses - for Teens
Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Vote for your favorite Hershey's Kisses...after you taste a few, of course!
Taste Test Tuesday: Hershey's Kisses - for Kids
Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Vote for your favorite Hershey's Kisses...after you taste a few, of course!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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 - This American Woman by Zarna Garg
Tue, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Meet us at the Lake Villa District Library. It's a book club with a twist!
Lunchtime at the Library - Shackleton's Polar Exploration
Wed, Feb 18, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
From 1914-1917 Ernest Shackleton led the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition. Annie Aggens of Wilmette's PolarExplorers shares how this expedition that didn't go as planned has inspired generations.
Novel Thoughts - "The One Thing You'd Save" by Linda Sue Park
Wed, Feb 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 4-5: Join us to discuss "The One Thing You'd Save" by Linda Sue Park. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Feb 19, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
STEM Me a Story
Thu, Feb 19, 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!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Game Time for Adults
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Spend some time together playing games and meeting others in the community. Play one of our games or bring your own to teach others. Come prepared to have some fun!
Friday Fun - Dance Party
Fri, Feb 20, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Dance the morning away with friends!
Grapes & Growlers: A Night at the Library 2026 - Support our summer reading program!
Fri, Feb 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Blues music, wine, beer, and you! The perfect way to spend a Friday evening. We hope to see you there. $20 cover 21+
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Feb 21, 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, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Make a craft and meet new friends!
After-Hours Teen Zombie Apocalypse
Sat, Feb 21, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Protect the library from zombies with your laser tag skills!
Teen Service Hour
Sun, Feb 22, 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, Feb 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Page Turners - "Eagle Dreams" by Nasuġraq Rainey Hopson
Mon, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
GRADES 6-8: Join us to discuss "Eagle Dreams" by Nasuġraq Rainey Hopson. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Murder & Mayhem - This Is Not A Game by Kelly Mullen
Mon, Feb 23, 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, Feb 24, 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.
Computer Basics
Wed, Feb 25, 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.
But It’s a Great Story - Debunking American Legends
Wed, Feb 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Valerie Gugala explores the truth behind popular American legends. Examine the historical accuracy of stories like George Washington’s false teeth, Paul Revere’s ride, and Johnny Appleseed.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library
Come meet with a representative of Allendale to learn about fostering a child.
Fiber Arts Club
Thu, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (kindergarten - grade 12): Share what you’re sewing, knitting, crocheting, weaving or spinning!
Free Legal Advice Clinic - Lake County Bar Association
Thu, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
The Lake County Bar Association will hold a free legal advice clinic in person and via Zoom - No Appointments Required.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Feb 26, 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 Time
Fri, Feb 27, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Play with toys and friends, old and new!
Learn to Play Mahjong
Fri, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Mahjong originated in ancient China and is played around the world today. Learn the rules of Mahjong and basic strategy. ⁠Get hands on experience with instructor Xinming Guo through this class.
Registration opens Friday, February 20 2026 at 10:00am
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Feb 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Puzzle Party & Exchange
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Connect with fellow puzzle lovers, complete jigsaw puzzles together, and swap puzzles for a fresh challenge! Bring a new or gently used jigsaw puzzle to swap and take a different one home with you.
Chess Club - Open to players of all ages and levels!
Sun, Mar 01, 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, Mar 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Chopped Craft Challenge
Tue, Mar 03, 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 - Rock Painting & Ruffles
Tue, Mar 03, 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, Mar 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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.
Representative Tom Weber Traveling Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 64th District
Wed, Mar 04, 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.
Teen D&D Club
Wed, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Calling all adventurers for character building, campaigns and more!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Mar 05, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Animal Explorers - Snakes
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 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!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Friday Fun - Dance Party
Fri, Mar 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Dance the morning away with friends!
Great Decisions - Trump's Tariffs
Fri, Mar 06, 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, Mar 06, 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.
Neighborhood Hours with State Rep. Joyce Mason's Office - Illinois State Representative for the 61st District
Fri, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Lobby
Staff from State Representative Mason's office will be available to assist with state issues such as unemployment, utility assistance, SNAP and Medicaid.
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Mar 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Saturday Session - Coloring Club
Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Drop in to color and chat!
Kindergarten Readiness - Colors
Sun, Mar 08, 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, Mar 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Passport Pals - Mexico
Mon, Mar 09, 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 fun activities!
Lake Villa District Library Board Meeting
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Administrative Conference Room
Regular meeting of the Lake Villa District Library Board of Trustees.
A Night at the Oscars: Academy Awards History
Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Get red-carpet ready! Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek presents the history of the Academy Awards, while also showcasing previous Best Picture winners and this year’s Best Picture nominees.
Teen Service Hour
Tue, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Bring your family and get ready to play!
The Cannons of Ticonderoga - A Revolutionary War Story
Tue, Mar 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
In late 1775, scrappy American forces had a British army trapped inside Boston but no one knew what to do next. Historian Joyce Haworth shares the story of this daring American Revolution escapade.
FamilySearch Basics
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
LVDL is now a FamilySearch Affiliate Library! See a demo of this resource and learn how you can use FamilySearch to explore your own family history.
Organ/Tissue Donation Information Table - Illinois Secretary of State's Office
Wed, Mar 11, 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Organ/tissue donors save lives, restore sight and improve the quality of life for recipients across Illinois every day. Learn more from the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. Drop in.
Community Blood Drive
Wed, Mar 11, 1:30pm - 6:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Each pint of blood collected can help save up to three lives and will touch the lives of even more. Pay it forward and make an impact in our community!
Register
Chicka Chicka Book Club - "The Wall in the Middle of the Book" by Jon Agee
Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 1: Join us to read and discuss "The Wall in the Middle of the Book" by Jon Agee. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Teen D&D Club
Wed, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Calling all adventurers for character building, campaigns and more!
LVDL Writers Group - Join others interested in writing!
Wed, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Conference Room
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, Mar 12, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Art Inspirations - Jean-Michel Basquiat
Thu, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Make art inspired by great artists!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Thu, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Chicago Rippers
Thu, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
From 1981–1982, a crew of serial killers hunted down as many as 20 victims in Chicago and nearby suburbs. Who were they, why are they largely forgotten, and how were they caught?
Friday Fun - Play-Doh Palooza
Fri, Mar 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Have fun molding your imagination!
Clickbait! One Weird Trick
Fri, Mar 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Can’t resist a shocking headline? Learn the difference between clickbait and fake news. Gain practical tips to spot sensationalism, avoid scams, and separate facts from false information.
Coding Club - Makey Makey Cardboard Guitars
Fri, Mar 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (kindergarten - grade 12): Bring your own device or use one of the library’s, and join us to discover, experiment and innovate!
Storytime - Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Sat, Mar 14, 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 - The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
Sat, Mar 14, 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 - Shorts and Snacks: "Wild Kratts"
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Watch a Wild Kratts short (or two) and enjoy snacks!
LEGO Club
Sun, Mar 15, 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, Mar 16, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Bookworm Buddies - "Cat and Cat: The Quest for Snacks" by Susie Yi
Mon, Mar 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
GRADES 2-3: Join us to discuss "Cat and Cat: The Quest for Snacks" by Susie Yi. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Mario Kart Club
Mon, Mar 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!
General Primary Election
Tue, Mar 17, All day
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
General Primary Election
Taste Test Tuesday: Mini Foods - for Kids
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
ELEMENTARY (kindergarten - grade 5): Vote for your favorite Mini Foods...after you taste a few, of course!
Taste Test Tuesday: Mini Foods - for Teens
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (grades 6-12): Vote for your favorite Mini Foods...after you taste a few, of course!
Knitters Night Out - All handicrafters are welcome!
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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.
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