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Mini Masterpieces

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come be a part of our miniature art show! Canvases will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting on March 1st. If you don't want to paint alone, drop in for a pain...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come be a part of our miniature art show! Canvases will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting on March 1st. If you don't want to paint alone, drop in for a paint n sip night on Friday, March 7, from 3:30-5:30 pm.

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Community Art Fair

03/01/2025 @ 9:30am to 03/31/2025 @ 9:00pm
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:

All Ages | DROP-INCelebrate creativity at the annual Community Art Fair!  The library becomes a vibrant gallery featuring artwork from Grayslake students, the Grayslake Arts A...

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

All Ages | DROP-IN

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

NPO Spotlight: SRACLC

All Day 4/1 - 4/23
Lobby/Kent's Place at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

The Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County Foundation, an IRS approved 501(C)(3) entity, was formed in 2001 with a purpose to provide financial support to SRACLC’s p...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Event Details:

The Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County Foundation, an IRS approved 501(C)(3) entity, was formed in 2001 with a purpose to provide financial support to SRACLC’s programming for individuals with disabilities and their families.

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StoryQuest

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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-INJoin 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 long...

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 - Group A

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic D&D campaign! Please sign up for either Group A or Group B to ensure everyone gets a chance to play. Signing up for the March session auto...

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

Join a band of adventurers in an epic D&D campaign! Please sign up for either Group A or Group B to ensure everyone gets a chance to play. Signing up for the March session automatically signs you up for April and May.

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Family Storytime

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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-INFull of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a ...

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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PAWS to Read

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!Unleash the joy of reading with a furry friend! Boost your literacy skills and confidence in a judgement free setting. Reserve your spot for a 15-minute reading se...

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

Paws for Reading!

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PAWS to Read

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:15pm - 7:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!Unleash the joy of reading with a furry friend! Boost your literacy skills and confidence in a judgement free setting. Reserve your spot for a 15-minute reading se...

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

Paws for Reading!

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PAWS to Read

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:30pm - 7:45pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!Unleash the joy of reading with a furry friend! Boost your literacy skills and confidence in a judgement free setting. Reserve your spot for a 15-minute reading se...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

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PAWS to Read

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 7:45pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!Unleash the joy of reading with a furry friend! Boost your literacy skills and confidence in a judgement free setting. Reserve your spot for a 15-minute reading se...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

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Family Storytime

Thursday, April 3, 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, Families
Event Details:

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

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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AARP Safe Driving

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4). Upon completion of both courses you may be eligible to receive an...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4).

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BabyTales

Thursday, April 3, 2025 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-INSnuggle, 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 free ...

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

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AARP Safe Driving

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4). Upon completion of both courses you may be eligible to receive an...

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

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4).

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Pokémon Club

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Embark on an electrifying journey through the world of Pokémon! Unleash your inner trainer as you delve into lively discussions, trade coveted cards, and engage in thrilling battle...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Embark on an electrifying journey through the world of Pokémon! Unleash your inner trainer as you delve into lively discussions, trade coveted cards, and engage in thrilling battles with friends!

Learn to Play D&D

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of playing D&D, from character creation to the ins and outs of combat!NOTE: This program is for beginning players only.  If you are a seasoned D&D'r, ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn the basics of playing D&D, from character creation to the ins and outs of combat!

National Library Week

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Your Portal to Possibilities: National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transformi...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Your Portal to Possibilities: National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. 

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Mini and Me: Birdhouse Build

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Families
Event Details:

It's spring, and the birds are back! They're on the hunt for the snuggest nests in town—maybe yours will be the next favorite hangout! Join us at the library for a building bonanza...

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

It's spring, and the birds are back! They're on the hunt for the snuggest nests in town—maybe yours will be the next favorite hangout! Join us at the library for a building bonanza!

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Youth Chess Club

Monday, April 7, 2025 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:

Calling all aspiring chess masters! Are you ready to make your moves with strategy and skill? Join us as we come together to challenge ourselves, sharpen our minds, and build lasti...

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: 0
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring chess masters! Are you ready to make your moves with strategy and skill? Join us as we come together to challenge ourselves, sharpen our minds, and build lasting friendships.

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Library on Tap: Hamilton vs Jefferson

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Julie Strauss at Center Cut in Grayslake for an engaging presentation on the legendary rivalry between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Explore their contrasting ideas...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join Julie Strauss at Center Cut in Grayslake for an engaging presentation on the legendary rivalry between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Explore their contrasting ideas and the lasting impact they’ve had on American history.

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Community Field Trip: Bake Share

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Event Details:

Join us at Grayslake's cozy bakery, Bakeshare, to watch Baker Michael whip up one of his delightful and mouthwatering masterpieces! After the informative demonstration, you'll get ...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us at Grayslake's cozy bakery, Bakeshare, to watch Baker Michael whip up one of his delightful and mouthwatering masterpieces! After the informative demonstration, you'll get a sweet sample to enjoy.

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Chess Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun. For anyone 7th grade and up.   

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun. For anyone 7th grade and up.