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Warhol Pet Portraits

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Program Type:

Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker

Age Group:

Teens
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a furry, feathery or scaly best friend that deserves to be immortalized forever as a masterpiece? Unleash the art beast and join as we turn photos of our pet friend into stencils and then color them in to make POP ART Andy would be proud of.

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Beyond the Page with Percival Everett

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Program Type:

Clubs and Book Discussions
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Event Details:

Industrious, irreverent, humble–though he may deny the accusation–Percival Everett, like his fiction, defies categorization.

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Spring Break Fun: Sum Fun-A Number Party

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Program Type:

Community Event

Age Group:

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

Families  | DROP-IN

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From Loneliness to Connection

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am

Program Type:

Classes and Workshops, Community Event, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on April 3, 2026 @ 10:15am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Community Event, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hosted by the Grayslake Area Public Library and the Grayslake Senior Center

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Music and Movement

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families

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.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness, 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.

Improv 101 with the Picard Players

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Performances
Age Group:
Tween, Teens

Join the Picard Player Improv group as they go over the basics of improv. Watch some scenes, learn the the techniques, and then participate in some yourself. Laughs included.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 20, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Tween, Teens
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Picard Player Improv group as they go over the basics of improv. Watch some scenes, learn the the techniques, and then participate in some yourself. Laughs included.

Get ready to celebrate the 250th by creating a cute star garland

Beginner Sewing - Patriotic Star Garland

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a star garland to celebrate America's 250th birthday!  Choose your own fabric.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a star garland to celebrate America's 250th birthday!  Choose your own fabric.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

Get ready to celebrate the 250th by creating a cute star garland

Beginner Sewing - Patriotic Star Garland

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a star garland to celebrate America's 250th birthday!  Choose your own fabric.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make a star garland to celebrate America's 250th birthday!  Choose your own fabric.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

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Earth Month in a Jar

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate Earth Month by creating your very own mini terrarium! Join us at Little Bit of Me for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design a tiny, self-contained ecosystem using plants, moss, and decorative elements.

Full
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Month by creating your very own mini terrarium! Join us at Little Bit of Me for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design a tiny, self-contained ecosystem using plants, moss, and decorative elements.

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Juggling Funny Stories!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families

Master storyteller Chris Fascione brings beloved literary characters to life through an enchanting blend of storytelling, mime, clowning, and juggling.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 22, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Master storyteller Chris Fascione brings beloved literary characters to life through an enchanting blend of storytelling, mime, clowning, and juggling.

Dice Rollers: Campaign

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join a band of adventurers on an epic, high-seas D&D campaign! Characters will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 8, 2026 @ 8:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers on an epic, high-seas D&D campaign! Characters will be provided.

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The Hub Open House

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

All Ages | DROP IN

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

All Ages | DROP IN

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.

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Yoga and Meditation with Kelly

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Friends of the Library, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

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 

 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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 

 

Girl Scout Troop Compost Education

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lobby/Kent's Place at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages

The Senior Girl Scouts will be in our lobby to share educational information and activities, teaching you how to set up a backyard compost at home!

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

The Senior Girl Scouts will be in our lobby to share educational information and activities, teaching you how to set up a backyard compost at home!

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STEAM and Stories- From Egg to Chick

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families

Families, Ages 12 and under | DROP-IN

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

Families, Ages 12 and under | DROP-IN

Swedish Death Cleaning

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Back by popular demand! This program is a repeat from April 2025, so only register if you missed it.    

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Back by popular demand! This program is a repeat from April 2025, so only register if you missed it.    

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Homeschool Happy Hour

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Adults
Join us for a relaxed evening of connection and resources! We’ll kick things off with a quick presentation highlighting some of our favorite library resources for homeschooling families.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Homeschool
Event Details:
Join us for a relaxed evening of connection and resources! We’ll kick things off with a quick presentation highlighting some of our favorite library resources for homeschooling families.

Trivia Night: General Knowledge

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
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. 

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Pokémon Club

Friday, May 1, 2026 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, Tween

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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 3, 2026 @ 9:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
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!

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Let Them Eat Cake!

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults
Attention all pastry enthusiasts and dessert devotees! We’re hosting the sweetest event of the season—a cake tasting extravaganza where you’ll bring your favorite creation to share and get to taste everyone else’s delightful masterpieces.
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:
Attention all pastry enthusiasts and dessert devotees! We’re hosting the sweetest event of the season—a cake tasting extravaganza where you’ll bring your favorite creation to share and get to taste everyone else’s delightful masterpieces.
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Lego Robotics

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

Explore robotics and coding with LEGO Education’s SPIKE Essential kits! Build robots, crack challenges, and bring ideas to life. Register for only one session.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

Explore robotics and coding with LEGO Education’s SPIKE Essential kits! Build robots, crack challenges, and bring ideas to life. Register for only one session.

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Lego Robotics

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

Explore robotics and coding with LEGO Education’s SPIKE Essential kits! Build robots, crack challenges, and bring ideas to life. Register for only one session.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 2, 2026 @ 3:15pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

Explore robotics and coding with LEGO Education’s SPIKE Essential kits! Build robots, crack challenges, and bring ideas to life. Register for only one session.

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Lego Club Sundays

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary

Kids - Ages 4 and up | DROP-IN

Build whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination. Unlock the true master builder inside of you. 

Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

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, Social Gatherings, STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Kids - Ages 4 and up | DROP-IN

Build whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination. Unlock the true master builder inside of you. 

Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

Echoes of Hiroshima - A Survivor's Story

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults

Adults | REGISTER

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 3, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults | REGISTER

NPO Spotlight: Arden Shore Child and Family Services

All Day 5/4 - 5/14
Lobby/Kent's Place at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families

The May Non Profit Spotlight is Arden Shore Child and Family Services. 

The mission of Arden Shore Child and Family Services is to rebuild children’s lives in a caring community.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

The May Non Profit Spotlight is Arden Shore Child and Family Services. 

The mission of Arden Shore Child and Family Services is to rebuild children’s lives in a caring community.

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Youth Chess Club

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 11, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
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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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

Bring your own materials and connect with fellow fiber art fans! Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or loom projects with fellow crafting enthusiasts.  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:

Bring your own materials and connect with fellow fiber art fans! Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or loom projects with fellow crafting enthusiasts.  Loom knitting, crocheting, and knitting kits are ready for use and checkout in The Hub.