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Friends of the Library BOOK SALE

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event, Friends of the Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Discover literary treasures at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Uncover a diverse selection of books at unbeatable prices while supporting your local library. Book Sale Hou...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Discover literary treasures at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Uncover a diverse selection of books at unbeatable prices while supporting your local library.

Book Sale Hours: 

Friday: 10am - 3pm

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Open Playtime

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Ages 0-3 | DROP-IN Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons!  Drop in to build, play, and make new friends. All children must be accompanied by...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 0-3 | DROP-IN

Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons!  Drop in to build, play, and make new friends.

All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian 

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Fry Bread & Folktales

Monday, November 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary
Event Details:

Food, family, and fun! We will read the book Fry Bread and talk about our own special family traditions, then make some fry bread to eat!What is Fry Bread?Fry bread is a flat ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Food, family, and fun! We will read the book Fry Bread and talk about our own special family traditions, then make some fry bread to eat!

What is Fry Bread?

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for...

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

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 4:45pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for...

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

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

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The Listening Party @ Andy's Records!

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

The Listening Party at Andy's Records  Welcome to The Listening Party, where music enthusiasts unite monthly for a captivating musical journey at Andy's Records. Immerse yo...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

The Listening Party at Andy's Records 

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:45pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for...

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

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

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StoryQuest

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 5-10 | DROP-IN Join us for an engaging story, hands-on crafting, and a nature walk. This event is tailored for school-age children (5 years and older). The stories will be ...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5-10 | DROP-IN

Dice Rollers

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a band of adventures in an epic D&D campaign!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join a band of adventures in an epic D&D campaign!

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Family Storytime

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develo...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

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Books and Brews After Dark

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Event Details:

Join us for a brew, stay for a stay for a chat! We will be meeting at Beer Bazaar in beautiful downtown Grayslake!  November Books is: The Fury by Alex Michaelides ...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a brew, stay for a stay for a chat! We will be meeting at Beer Bazaar in beautiful downtown Grayslake! 

November Books is: The Fury by Alex Michaelides

Art Smith

Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Community Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. A two-time James Beard Foundation award winner, Smith believes...

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

Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom Programs

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

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Family Storytime

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develo...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

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BabyTales

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months | DROP-IN Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your little one as we share rhymes, songs, and stories to foster language development and a love of reading. Time for f...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Social Gatherings, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months | DROP-IN

Crafting with Love for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Ages 8 - 11 | Register Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

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

Ages 8 - 11 | Register

Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

Crafting with Love for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Ages 8-11 | Register Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

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

Ages 8-11 | Register

Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

Crafting with Love for Thanksgiving

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Ages 8 to 11 | Register Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

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

Ages 8 to 11 | Register

Create Thanksgiving crafts that express gratitude and togetherness. Register for only one session.

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Miss Katie Sings

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Adults, Families
Event Details:

Join the talented Miss Katie Sings for a fun time of music and movement! Experience fingerplays, singalongs, shakers, scarves and more as you enjoy new and familiar songs root...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Adults, Families
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Join the talented Miss Katie Sings for a fun time of music and movement!

Yoga

Yoga and Mediation with Kelly

Saturday, November 23, 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 soothingmeditation presented by certified yoga instructor Kelly Jensen. No experience necessary.Bring...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

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Sensory Shenanigans

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Event Details:

Ages 0-10 | DROP-IN Come and join the fun with a collection of sensory activities that will spark your child's curiosity! They'll get to use all five senses while they play and ...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Ages 0-10 | DROP-IN

Come and join the fun with a collection of sensory activities that will spark your child's curiosity! They'll get to use all five senses while they play and explore.

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Music and Movement

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-INLet’s boogie! Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language. Enjoy singing and dancing with new songs each week an...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Let’s boogie! Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language. Enjoy singing and dancing with new songs each week and some old favorites.

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Always Write

Monday, November 25, 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:

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: 12
Event Details:

Do you like to write? Each session includes discussions on various writing topics, writing prompts, and crafting your own stories.

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Understanding your Past: Navigating Ancestry- Library Edition

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Did you know you could use Ancestry.com at the Library for FREE?  Join us for this helpful webinar!  Explore your roots in just 30 minutes! Join us to learn how to get...

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

Did you know you could use Ancestry.com at the Library for FREE?  Join us for this helpful webinar! 

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library closed early for Thanksgiving Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library closed early for Thanksgiving Eve.