Vernon Area Public Library

?? It's always fun to see yourself on the front page of the paper. Find Mini Comic Con as the cover story of yesterday's "Lincolnshire Review," a Chicago Tribune Media Group local publication.

Last weekend's Mini Comic Con was a success with around 1,600 attendees coming through the library. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who worked countless hours before, during, and after the event to make it possible (Kudos to Sarah Okner and Jennifer Ernsteen for leading the charge). Thank you to Karie Angell Luc for writing a nice piece about the event in the Chicago Tribune: https://lnkd.in/gXV7rGNq

You're Invited! ?? Join us at the Nonprofit Resource Fair on December 4th, presented in partnership by The Lake County Community Foundation, GiveNKind and Vernon Area Public Library. This is a great opportunity to connect with local service providers, access expert advice and discover valuable resources to support your organization. Whether you're seeking guidance on fundraising, accounting, legal services, or HR, there will be experts available across various fields, including: College of Lake County? Finn & Finn, Ltd. Forefront (Illinois)? GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University Lauterbach & Amen Neighbor LLC Ripple Public Relations ROBERTI COMMUNITY HOUSE S. Wolf and Associates The list of service providers is expected to expand in the coming weeks leading up to the event. Nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers are welcome! Refreshments will be provided. ??Please register by Tuesday, November 26: https://lnkd.in/gftAayr6 ??For more information, access our e-blast here: https://lnkd.in/gpNwRyQ2 We look forward to seeing you there! #LakeCountyIL #CreatingAThrivingLakeCounty

Our library did its part to help our patrons navigate election year. Check out our article in American Library's Association's magazine.

Learn about the different types of imposter syndrome, how to identify them through self-discovery and reflection, and discover strategies to overcome each type. Led by Gail Meriel, MBA, PMP, a highly accomplished Project Management Leader with over 25 years of extensive experience in driving successful business and IT programs. She is an international bestselling author, motivational speaker, and personal development coach. This program is offered in partnership with the Lake Cook Career Collab.

Circulation Supervisor Dustin S. presented to a packed house at Back In Circulation, a conference for managers and staff in access and circulation services hosted by University of Wisconsin-Madison Information School (iSchool). His presentation helped prepare front-line library employees to respond confidently and professionally to a First Amendment Audit. Folks at Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) libraries can catch an abbreviated form of his presentation on November 13 on the RAILS Member Update https://lnkd.in/gUPgGbva

Thank you, ??Angela Hursh, for recognizing our Political Scientist in Residence programming initiative in the latest Super Library Marketing Show. Thanks to Ashley Johnson and Roz Topolski for their work in organizing these programs.

The Foundation for the Vernon Area Public Library is hosting a 50th Anniversary After Hours Celebration and we're seeking local businesses to help. There are opportunities for businesses to be sponsors, donate raffle prizes, and donate food & drink for the party. It's a great way to market your business to the community! Comment here or message us for more information.

Twice a year, library staff come together for a full day of training. Today's in-service covered communications, safety, and experiential learning about some public services. Thank you to Ashley Ward of The Charmm'd Foundation for facilitating this morning's session.

?? Interested in serving on a local nonprofit board? We have an event just for you! Board leadership is an excellent way to help a cause you believe in. Attend this expo-style event to learn what is involved in serving on a board and hear from local nonprofits who are actively recruiting new board members! Please join us from 6-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18th at the Vernon Area Public Library. Let us know you are attending by registering here: https://lnkd.in/gcqHznYj ?? To learn more about this event hosted by The Lake County Community Foundation, GiveNKind and Vernon Area Public Library, read our e-blast: https://lnkd.in/gHhyT_Kg or check out the event page, https://lnkd.in/gprWddXu. We hope to see you there! #LakeCountyIL