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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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Teens & the Law

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Come to get informed as we discuss what to expect if your teen encounters the legal system, how to respond in the moment, and—most importantly—how to protect your child from consequences that could impact their record, education, and future opport

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to get informed as we discuss what to expect if your teen encounters the legal system, how to respond in the moment, and—most importantly—how to protect your child from consequences that could impact their record, education, and future opport

The Great Adult Kite Fly

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for The Great Adult Kite Fly at Geletin Park in Grayslake! Enjoy a breezy day outdoors as we fill the sky with color and creativity.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Event Details:

Join us for The Great Adult Kite Fly at Geletin Park in Grayslake! Enjoy a breezy day outdoors as we fill the sky with color and creativity.

Full STEAM Ahead: Star Wars Science

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Tween

Ages 6 and up | REGISTER 

Engage in some experiments themed around Star Wars. Discover how The Force(es) work. 

 

 

 

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 and up | REGISTER 

Engage in some experiments themed around Star Wars. Discover how The Force(es) work. 

 

 

 

Dice Rollers: Campaign

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C 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 22, 2026 @ 8:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room C
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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Teen Time

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens

Teens | DROP-IN

Hang out with peers in this once-a-month after-school program, where you can play games, do crafts, or study.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Event Details:

Teens | DROP-IN

Hang out with peers in this once-a-month after-school program, where you can play games, do crafts, or study.

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Scent-sational Candles

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween, Teens

AGES 7-18 | REGISTER

Pour, mix, and create your very own soy candle. Registration is required, but you can join anytime within the 2-hour window. Come for the craft… leave with a little light.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 7, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween, Teens
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

AGES 7-18 | REGISTER

Pour, mix, and create your very own soy candle. Registration is required, but you can join anytime within the 2-hour window. Come for the craft… leave with a little light.

The Hub

The Hub Open House

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

All Ages | REGISTER

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

All Ages | REGISTER

Spring Candleight Concert: Jazz

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a magical evening at the Grayslake Area Public Library as we welcome Petra Nuise for a candlelight jazz concert.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Performances
Event Details:

Join us for a magical evening at the Grayslake Area Public Library as we welcome Petra Nuise for a candlelight jazz concert.

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Homeschool Field Day Funday

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Front Lawn at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Get ready for a fabulous Field Day at the library!
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Front Lawn
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Get ready for a fabulous Field Day at the library!
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Chess Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

DROP-IN

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

 

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Event Details:

DROP-IN

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

 

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Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary

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. 

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, 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. 

Learn Google: Docs, Sheets, and Drive

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn some tips to get more out of these Google apps.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 13, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn some tips to get more out of these Google apps.

Your Home, Your Style: Trends with Affordable Interiors of Grayslake

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join Affordable Interiors of Grayslake for an insightful look at current home remodeling trends. Learn what’s in, what’s out, and how to make smart design choices that fit your style and budget.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Affordable Interiors of Grayslake for an insightful look at current home remodeling trends. Learn what’s in, what’s out, and how to make smart design choices that fit your style and budget.

Books and Brews

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Come for a brew (coffee or tea), stay for a chat!

May's book is The Small and The Mighty by Sharon McMahon

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 7, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come for a brew (coffee or tea), stay for a chat!

May's book is The Small and The Mighty by Sharon McMahon

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Mahjong Mania

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults

Adults, Teens, Tweens| Register

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: Tween, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults, Teens, Tweens| Register

Friends Spring Book Sale

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Program Type: Friends of the Library

Yoga and Meditation with Kelly

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Registration Required

Friends Spring Book Sale

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Program Type: Friends of the Library

Paint With Mr. Nash: Sunrise

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Kids, Tween

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

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

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

Beginner Sewing - Denim Tote Bag

Tuesday, May 19, 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 sew a tote bag using your old jeans.  There is no fee for this class but you must bring an old pair of jeans to cut up.  Register for only one session.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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 sew a tote bag using your old jeans.  There is no fee for this class but you must bring an old pair of jeans to cut up.  Register for only one session.

Beginner Sewing - Denim Tote Bag

Tuesday, May 19, 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 sew a tote bag using your old jeans.  There is no fee for this class but you must bring an old pair of jeans to cut up.  Register for only one session.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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 sew a tote bag using your old jeans.  There is no fee for this class but you must bring an old pair of jeans to cut up.  Register for only one session.

LCCC Presents: Own the Interview — Preparation that Reduces Interview Anxiety

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Walk in calm, clear, and in control. Interviews feel uncertain, and uncertainty creates anxiety. This workshop shows how focused preparation reduces both.

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

Walk in calm, clear, and in control. Interviews feel uncertain, and uncertainty creates anxiety. This workshop shows how focused preparation reduces both.

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Babel-On with R.F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

R.F. Kuang’s genre-bending fiction broaches ordinarily serious topics from a satirical and fantastical perspective.

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

R.F. Kuang’s genre-bending fiction broaches ordinarily serious topics from a satirical and fantastical perspective.

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Zoom Programs

Zoom programs require a valid email address and desktop/mobile device with internet connection.