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Advanced Embroidery Machine Techniques

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:45pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You've already learned how to use the embroidery machines - so let's kick it up a notch and inspire you further!  This demonstration will cover advanced techniques such as app...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

You've already learned how to use the embroidery machines - so let's kick it up a notch and inspire you further!  This demonstration will cover advanced techniques such as applique, fringe, and freestanding lace.

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Snowy Seedlings

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Event Details:

Find out what plants do during their long winter rest! Join a Master Gardener to learn why the snow and cold are some of native plants' favorite kinds of weather and how they use t...

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Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Find out what plants do during their long winter rest! Join a Master Gardener to learn why the snow and cold are some of native plants' favorite kinds of weather and how they use the winter season to prepare for their spring showcase.

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Sensory Shenanigans

Saturday, February 22, 2025 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-INCome 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 expl...

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.

Legos

Lego Club Sundays

Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Event Details:

Ages 4 and Up | DROP-IN Build whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination.  Your creations will be put on display afterward for all to enjoy. Children under 8...

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

Ages 4 and Up | DROP-IN

Build whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination. 

Your creations will be put on display afterward for all to enjoy. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Elections setup

All Day
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
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Music and Movement

Monday, February 24, 2025 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.

Painting with Mr. Nash

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Tween
Event Details:

Bring out your inner artist and create a painting with acrylic paint. Instructions and supplies will be provided. Dress for mess!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Bring out your inner artist and create a painting with acrylic paint. Instructions and supplies will be provided. Dress for mess!

Elections

All Day
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC

GMS Family Read Night

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

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Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
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The Culture of Hip Hop

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us and Professor Courtney Joseph at Andy's Records for an insightful discussion on the culture of Hip Hop. How did a cultural phenomenon that originated in the Bronx by B...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us and Professor Courtney Joseph at Andy's Records for an insightful discussion on the culture of Hip Hop. How did a cultural phenomenon that originated in the Bronx by Black and Brown youth become a global movement?

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Trivia Night Mystery Edition!

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bring your friends and see if you can earn the title of Library Trivia Champ! The rules are simple: Register here. Teams are limited to a group of 4 or fewer. Only 1 person h...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Bring your friends and see if you can earn the title of Library Trivia Champ!

The rules are simple:

Register here. Teams are limited to a group of 4 or fewer. Only 1 person has to register for the team. 

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room BC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting. Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room BC
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting.

Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Elections setup

All Day
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC

Elections

All Day
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room BC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting. Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room BC
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting.

Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Staff Institute Day - Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

The library is closed for Staff Institute Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

The library is closed for Staff Institute Day.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room BC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting. Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room BC
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting.

Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library Closed

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library Closed

Memorial Day

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library closed for Memorial Day.

Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library Closed

Closing
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Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library Closed

Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library Closed

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library Closed

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room BC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting. Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room BC
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting.

Find the agenda here: https://www.grayslake.info/board-of-trustees/.

Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library Closed

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library Closed

Library Closed

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District

Library Closed

Closing
Branches:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Description:

Library Closed