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Bookmark Contest

04/01/2024 @ 12:30am to 04/30/2024 @ 11:45pm
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Kick off National Library Week with us by creating a bookmark! Pick up a template, decorate it at home, and return it to the library by April 30. The winner from each age group rec

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:
Kick off National Library Week with us by creating a bookmark! Pick up a template, decorate it at home, and return it to the library by April 30. The winner from each age group receives a gift card, has their winning bookmark printed and distributed ...

Yoga and Mediation with Kelly

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Practice basic yoga poses, breath work, and mindfulness; class will end with a soothing meditation presented by certified yoga instructor Kelly Jensen. No experience necessary.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Practice basic yoga poses, breath work, and mindfulness; class will end with a soothing meditation presented by certified yoga instructor Kelly Jensen. No experience necessary. Bring a towel or yoga mat, chairs provided. ...

Urban Composting 101 with Hood to Table

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come out and learn all about the science of backyard composting. We will go over topics from sourcing materials to troubleshooting problems. Composting can be challenging, but with

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Come out and learn all about the science of backyard composting. We will go over topics from sourcing materials to troubleshooting problems. Composting can be challenging, but with proper instruction we all can use our local waste systems to enrich o...
Soup

Cook The Book Club Potluck: Sunday Soup

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ages 12 + I REGISTER Register here and then just ask for the book Sunday Soup at the check-out desk.  Select a recipe to prepare and bring it to share with other foodies

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Ages 12 + I REGISTER Register here and then just ask for the book Sunday Soup at the check-out desk.  Select a recipe to prepare and bring it to share with other foodies at the “Souper” potluck.   ...

NPO Spotlight: I am ALS

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Lobby/Kent's Place at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our Non Profit Organization Spotlight is I AM ALS Mission Statement:  I AM ALS is a patient-led community that provides critical support and resources to those living wi

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Event Details:
Our Non Profit Organization Spotlight is I AM ALS Mission Statement:  I AM ALS is a patient-led community that provides critical support and resources to those living with ALS, caregivers and loved ones. We empower advocates to raise mains...

RESCHEDULED - Cosplay In The Hub

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Rescheduled to 6/12/24 Learn how to use the many machines of The Hub to create awesome cosplay!

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:
Rescheduled to 6/12/24 Learn how to use the many machines of The Hub to create awesome cosplay! ...

Paws to Read 7-7:15 pm

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Early Elementary
Event Details:

Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with a therapy dog. Bring your own books or use the library collection.&nbs...

Paws to Read 7:15-7:30 pm

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:15pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Early Elementary
Event Details:

Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with a therapy dog. Bring your own books or use the library collection.&nbs...

Paws to Read 7:30-7:45 pm

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:30pm - 7:45pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Early Elementary
Event Details:

Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with a therapy dog. Bring your own books or use the library collection.&nbs...

Paws to Read 7:45-8:00 pm

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Early Elementary
Event Details:

Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Read aloud to a four-legged friend! Discover the joy of reading while developing literacy skills and confidence in a judge free zone. Register for a 15-minute reading session with a therapy dog. Bring your own books or use the library collection.&nbs...
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Teen Time

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Event Details:
Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided. ...
bird

Pokémon Club

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grades 2-6 | REGISTER Discuss all things Pokemon and bring your cards to trade and battle with friends!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Grades 2-6 | REGISTER Discuss all things Pokemon and bring your cards to trade and battle with friends! ...
Comics

Free Comic Book Day!!!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Pow!! Bang!!! Kaboom!! Get free comics at the library!!! The Grayslake Library is a location that participates in Free Comic Book Day. There will be a selection of comics from kid

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:
Pow!! Bang!!! Kaboom!! Get free comics at the library!!! The Grayslake Library is a location that participates in Free Comic Book Day. There will be a selection of comics from kids to teen rating that you can pick from to take home and keep. St...
laser

Laser Comedy Show

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Tween
Event Details:

Grades 4 & Up | REGISTER Art! Comedy!! Lasers!!! See this one-of-a-kind laser show improvised with suggestions from the audience.   

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:
Grades 4 & Up | REGISTER Art! Comedy!! Lasers!!! See this one-of-a-kind laser show improvised with suggestions from the audience.    ...

Lunch and Learn: Lou Gehrig and ALS

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  If you are unable to connect via zoom at home, do not worry, join us for a Watch Party at the library  Do you know Lou? Lou Gehrig is one of the greatest baseball

Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Community Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 83
Event Details:
  If you are unable to connect via zoom at home, do not worry, join us for a Watch Party at the library  Do you know Lou? Lou Gehrig is one of the greatest baseball players of all time. So much so that Major League Baseball designated...
Chess

Youth Chess Club

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grades 1-6 | REGISTER  Play chess and make new friends.  

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Grades 1-6 | REGISTER  Play chess and make new friends.   ...

Evolution of the Modern Zombie

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Scott Kenemore – best-selling author of Zombie-in-Chief: Eater of the Free World and Zombie Illinois – on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Hait

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
Join Scott Kenemore – best-selling author of Zombie-in-Chief: Eater of the Free World and Zombie Illinois – on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Haitian mysticism through its evolutions in pop culture to the ravenous zo...

Upcycle Jewelry Design

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Energize your style! Revamp materials into distinctive accessories. Bring your pieces, unleash creativity with our tools, and craft new, exciting jewelry.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Event Details:
Energize your style! Revamp materials into distinctive accessories. Bring your pieces, unleash creativity with our tools, and craft new, exciting jewelry. ...

The Many Lives of Kal Penn

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Community Event
Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. H

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Community Event
Event Details:
We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He is known for starring roles in Designated Survivor, House, The Names...

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Zoom Programs

Zoom programs require a valid email address and desktop/mobile device with internet connection.

Paper Flowers on the Silhouette

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ages 8+ | DROP IN | The Hub Featured Topic: Heat Transfer Decals Become certified on our Silhouette Cameo to reserve it for use in The Hub. No prior experience required. A

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:
Ages 8+ | DROP IN | The Hub Featured Topic: Heat Transfer Decals Become certified on our Silhouette Cameo to reserve it for use in The Hub. No prior experience required. Appointments can be made for individual certifications by contacting Th...
Beach Scene

Art with Flair

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Paint a scene with acrylics in this relaxing and friendly class. No experience necessary! A $5.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Paint a scene with acrylics in this relaxing and friendly class. No experience necessary! A $5.00 materials fee is due upon registration. ...
Stories and songs

Cinco de Mayo Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Come celebrate with us! This themed event will be filled with stories, games, songs, and a Cinco de Mayo craft for all to enjoy!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:
Come celebrate with us! This themed event will be filled with stories, games, songs, and a Cinco de Mayo craft for all to enjoy! ...
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Teen Time

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:
Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided. ...