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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: 21
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 cultu

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.

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

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: 40
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.

Embroidery Machine 101

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
The Hub - Brother PE780D Embroidery Machine at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us and learn all sorts of crafty ideas you can make with Machine Embroidery!  The Hub has two Brother Embroidery Machines and the possibilities are endless! You will even...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub - Brother PE780D Embroidery Machine
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us and learn all sorts of crafty ideas you can make with Machine Embroidery!  The Hub has two Brother Embroidery Machines and the possibilities are endless!

Beginner Laser Cutting

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter and leave with a small, completed project!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter and leave with a small, completed project!

Teen Dice Rollers

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic Dungeons & Dragons campaign!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic Dungeons & Dragons campaign!

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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bond over knitting, crocheting, or other fiber arts!  Loom knitting, crocheting, and knitting kits are ready for use and checkout in The Hub.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Event Details:

Bond over knitting, crocheting, or other fiber arts!  Loom knitting, crocheting, and knitting kits are ready for use and checkout in The Hub.

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Chess Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

7th Grade & Up | REGISTER Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun.  

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

7th Grade & Up | REGISTER

Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun.

 

Teen Time

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
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.

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Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
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.

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The Art of Rangoli

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Rangoli ! Join the program where colors come alive in intricate patterns. Unleash creativity, celebrate culture, and create mesmerizing designs toget...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Rangoli ! Join the program where colors come alive in intricate patterns. Unleash creativity, celebrate culture, and create mesmerizing designs together!  Register for only one session.

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The Art of Rangoli

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Rangoli ! Join the program where colors come alive in intricate patterns. Unleash creativity, celebrate culture, and create mesmerizing designs toget...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Rangoli ! Join the program where colors come alive in intricate patterns. Unleash creativity, celebrate culture, and create mesmerizing designs together!  Register for only one session.

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Always Write

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Tween, Teens
Event Details:

Grades 5-8 | REGISTER Do you like to write? Each session includes discussions on various writing topics, writing prompts, and crafting your own stories.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Tween, Teens
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Grades 5-8 | REGISTER
Do you like to write? Each session includes discussions on various writing topics, writing prompts, and crafting your own stories.

Round bottomed drawstring bag!

Beginner Sewing: Drawstring Bag!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag! Carry your dice to the next board game session in style, or perhaps a purse for the Ren Faire?  A $3.00 ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag! Carry your dice to the next board game session in style, or perhaps a purse for the Ren Faire?  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

Round bottom drawstring bag!

Beginner Sewing: Drawstring Bag!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:45pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag! Carry your dice to the next board game session in style, or perhaps a purse for the Ren Faire?  Reg...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag!

Round bottom drawstring bag!

Beginner Sewing: Drawstring Bag!

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag! Carry your dice to the next board game session in style, or perhaps a purse for the Ren Faire? Register ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a versatile drawstring bag!

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Teen Time

Thursday, May 23, 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.

Yoga and Mediation with Kelly

Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Practice yoga basics, breath and mindfulness; class will end with a soothing meditation presented by certified yoga instructor, Kelly Jensen. No experience necessary. Please bring a towel and/or mat. Chairs provided 

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School of Rock- Libertyville Concert

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Parking Lot at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Event Details:

School’s Out for Summer! Come join us for a fun, family concert featuring students from the School Of Rock-Libertyville. Jam out to classic rock favorites and get pumped for summer...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

School’s Out for Summer! Come join us for a fun, family concert featuring students from the School Of Rock-Libertyville.

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The Listening Party @ Andy's Records!

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Listening Party at Andy's Records Ages 16 & Up | DROP IN   Welcome to The Listening Party, where music enthusiasts come together each month for a captivatin...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Listening Party at Andy's Records

Ages 16 & Up | DROP IN  

erica

Job Search AI

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Please register at https://vapld.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ffuBV7zLRxmlBau-XxRy8A#/registration The Lake Cook Career Collaborative presents: Erica Reckamp of Job Searc...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Event Details:

Please register at https://vapld.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ffuBV7zLRxmlBau-XxRy8A#/registration

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The Hidden Gifts of Visual Thinkers with Dr. Temple Grandin

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Community Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

NEW DATE Join us for a special event with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most accomplished and well-known adults with autism. Dr. Grandin has been at the forefront of re...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Community Event
Event Details:

NEW DATE

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