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This event is in the "Tween" group.

Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

Ages 5-12 | DROP-INJoin the interactive Yoga class designed specifically for kids ages 5 to 12! No prior experience is needed, wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towe...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 5-12 | DROP-IN

Join the interactive Yoga class designed specifically for kids ages 5 to 12! No prior experience is needed, wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dice Rollers - Group A

Wednesday, May 14, 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...

Registration
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books and Brews After Dark

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come for a drink, stay for a chat! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women―at once an intimate portrait of coming of ...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Come for a drink, stay for a chat! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Astrology 101 with Jez Lyman

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

​Learn about the sun, moon, and rising signs; planets; and how to read your natal chart to avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self. Presented by Jez...

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: 17
Event Details:

​Learn about the sun, moon, and rising signs; planets; and how to read your natal chart to avoid future problems, learn your strengths, and embrace your best self. Presented by Jez Layman 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group.

Lego Club Sundays

Sunday, May 18, 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:

Kids / 4 and up | DROP-INBuild whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination. Unlock the true master builder inside of you.  Children under 6 must be accompanied...

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:

Kids / 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.

Painting with Mr. Nash

Monday, May 19, 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: 0
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Bond over knitting, crocheting, or other fiber arts!  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:

Bond over knitting, crocheting, or other fiber arts!  Loom knitting, crocheting, and knitting kits are ready for use and checkout in The Hub.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Sewing - Ocean Shore Bookmarks

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 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
Event Details:

We will be making Ocean Shore Bookmarks...One for you, and share the rest with friends!  A Hub liability waiver will need to be signed - patrons under 18 need to have a parent...

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

We will be making Ocean Shore Bookmarks...One for you, and share the rest with friends!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Sewing - Ocean Shore Bookmarks

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 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
Event Details:

We will be making Ocean Shore Bookmarks...One for you, and share the rest with friends!  A Hub liability waiver will need to be signed - patrons under 18 need to have a parent...

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

We will be making Ocean Shore Bookmarks...One for you, and share the rest with friends!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Listening Party @ Andy's Records

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
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 yourse...

Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Listening Party at Andy's Records 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dice Rollers - Group B

Wednesday, May 21, 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...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

LCCC Presents: Work Life Balance

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

What is work/life "balance," really? In this workshop, we will explore myths surrounding the idea of "balance," what living a balanced life day-to-day look like, and the roles self...

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

What is work/life "balance," really?

This event is in the "Early Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.

Coding Club

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween
Event Details:

 Ages 8-13 | DROP-INJoin the self-paced Coding Club and learn block-based coding, animation, HTML, JavaScript, Python, and more. Prior coding experience is optional.Bring your...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

 Ages 8-13 | DROP-IN

Join the self-paced Coding Club and learn block-based coding, animation, HTML, JavaScript, Python, and more. Prior coding experience is optional.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga and Meditation

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Friends of the Library, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Friends of the Library, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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 

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Memorial Day

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Library closed for Memorial Day.

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Library closed for Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cook the Book: Knife Drop

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Register here and then ask for the book Knife Drop at the check-out desk or check it out digitally on Hoopla. You can select a recipe to prepare and bring it to share with oth...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Register here and then ask for the book Knife Drop at the check-out desk or check it out digitally on Hoopla

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Women- Story Telling By Lynn Rymarz

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Clubs and Book Discussions, Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she brings to life the fictional Frances McGrath from Kristin Hannah’s The Women and the real-life Lynda Van Devanter from her memoir Home Before Mo...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Clubs and Book Discussions, Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Join storyteller Lynn Rymarz as she brings to life the fictional Frances McGrath from Kristin Hannah’s The Women and the real-life Lynda Van Devanter from her memoir Home Before Morning.

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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/.

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Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom Walk

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Parking Lot at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Event Details:

NEW this year: The Mobile Museums of Tolerance offer a world-class learning experience, utilizing innovative technology and interactive lessons to bring its message of tolerance di...

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Event Details:

NEW this year: The Mobile Museums of Tolerance offer a world-class learning experience, utilizing innovative technology and interactive lessons to bring its message of tolerance directly to schools and communities n

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