Vernon Area Public Library
Ashley Johnson is a Business & Outreach Librarian with experience in community engagement, programming, and library instruction. Ashley has worked in various libraries, coordinating programs, overseeing teams, and representing libraries at local events. Ashley has also worked as a Professional Library Assistant and Teen Services Team Lead, focusing on teen programming and community partnerships. With a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from Indiana University, Ashley has extensive experience in leading workshops, managing digital resources, and fostering library partnerships.
Vernon Area Public Library
The Vernon Area Public Library District directly serves the 44,002 residents of a 29-square mile area that includes all or parts of Buffalo Grove, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Vernon Hills, Prairie View, Riverwoods and unincorporated Ela and Vernon townships. In addition to access to books, movies and music, the library provides free classes and performances, free Wi-Fi and internet access, on-demand and downloadable music, movies, audiobooks, and e-books, and specialized research services.