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Storytime in the Park

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Event Details:

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! Meet at ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

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! Meet at Central Park Pavilion, weather permitting; check our calendar befor

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Youth Chess Club

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Kids, Tween
Event Details:

Ages 6-12 | REGISTER  Calling all aspiring maestros of the chessboard! Are you prepared to orchestrate your moves in a symphony of strategy and skill? Join our illustrious ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ages 6-12 | REGISTER 

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Groovin' in the Garden

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Parking Lot at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages, Families
Event Details:

Celebrate butterflies! Come learn about this amazing insect and help us create a monarch way station for their southern, winter migration. We will be expanding our current garden w...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Celebrate butterflies! Come learn about this amazing insect and help us create a monarch way station for their southern, winter migration.

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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  

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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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Pop-Up in the Park with Grayslake Park District

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come and play at the Central Park Aquatic Center Playground with the library and the Grayslake Park District. In addition to the splash park and playground equipment, we will have ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come and play at the Central Park Aquatic Center Playground with the library and the Grayslake Park District. In addition to the splash park and playground equipment, we will have pop-up activities and refreshments.

GAPL at the Farmer's Market

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Head over to the Grayslake Farmer's Market to stop by our tent to say hello! Register for our Summer Reading Challenge: Quietfest!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Head over to the Grayslake Farmer's Market to stop by our tent to say hello! Register for our Summer Reading Challenge: Quietfest!

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Family Storytime

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Event Details:

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!

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

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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Sensory Shenanigans

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Drop in and explore a variety of sensory activities that will stimulate your child's mind. They will use all five senses as they explore and play. Dress for a mess; in June we...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Drop in and explore a variety of sensory activities that will stimulate your child's mind. They will use all five senses as they explore and play.

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Sensory Shenanigans

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Event Details:

Drop in and explore a variety of sensory activities that will stimulate your child's mind. They will use all five senses as they explore and play. Dress for a mess; in June we will...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Drop in and explore a variety of sensory activities that will stimulate your child's mind. They will use all five senses as they explore and play. Dress for a mess; in June we will be exploring the wonders of water and July is all about art!

Machine Embroidery!

Embroidery Machine 101

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
The Hub 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!  By the ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
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!  By the end of this demonstration you will be certified to use our embroide

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Tie Dye Party

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Front Lawn at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Rock and groove with creativity on the library front lawn! Bring a shirt and let's tie-dye together. We'll provide the dye—one item per person, please! Don't forget to dress for a ...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Rock and groove with creativity on the library front lawn! Bring a shirt and let's tie-dye together. We'll provide the dye—one item per person, please! Don't forget to dress for a mess!

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Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room 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: Youth Program Room
Event Details:

Monthly Library Board Meeting.

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

Cosplay In The Hub

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use the many machines of The Hub to create awesome cosplay!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to use the many machines of The Hub to create awesome cosplay!

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Pokémon Club

Friday, June 14, 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:

Ages 6-12 | REGISTER Embark on an electrifying journey through the world of Pokémon! Unleash your inner trainer as you delve into lively discussions, trade coveted cards, and en...

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: 20
Event Details:

Ages 6-12 | REGISTER

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Independence Day

All Day
Grayslake Area Public Library District, Off Site

Closed for Independence Day.

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Grayslake Area Public Library District, Off Site
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Closed for Independence Day.

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Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 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/.

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Community Shredding Event - Saturday at the Library!

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Parking Lot at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Personal Document Shredding Thank you to our sponsor,  JPV Financial, for the truck, coffee and donuts! FAQ: Personal documents only 3 box limit (bankers box siz...

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

Personal Document Shredding

Thank you to our sponsor,  JPV Financial, for the truck, coffee and donuts!

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