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NPO Spotlight: I am ALS

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Lobby/Kent's Place at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our Non Profit Organization Spotlight is I AM ALS Mission Statement:  I AM ALS is a patient-led community that provides critical support and resources to those living wi...

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

Our Non Profit Organization Spotlight is I AM ALS

Mission Statement: 

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Teen Time

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

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

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN

Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

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Pokémon Club

Friday, May 3, 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:

Grades 2-6 | REGISTER Discuss all things Pokemon and bring your cards to trade and battle with friends!

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: 10
Event Details:

Grades 2-6 | REGISTER

Discuss all things Pokemon and bring your cards to trade and battle with friends!

Comics

Free Comic Book Day!!!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Pow!! Bang!!! Kaboom!! Get free comics at the library!!! The Grayslake Library is a location that participates in Free Comic Book Day. There will be a selection of comics from kid...

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

Pow!! Bang!!! Kaboom!! Get free comics at the library!!!

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Laser Comedy Show

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Tween
Event Details:

Grades 4 & Up | REGISTER Art! Comedy!! Lasers!!! See this one-of-a-kind laser show improvised with suggestions from the audience.   

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Grades 4 & Up | REGISTER

Art! Comedy!! Lasers!!! See this one-of-a-kind laser show improvised with suggestions from the audience. 

 

Lunch and Learn: Lou Gehrig and ALS

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Community Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  If you are unable to connect via zoom at home, do not worry, join us for a Watch Party at the library  Do you know Lou? Lou Gehrig is one of the greatest baseball...

Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Community Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 76
Event Details:

 

If you are unable to connect via zoom at home, do not worry, join us for a Watch Party at the library 

Chess

Youth Chess Club

Monday, May 6, 2024 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:

Grades 1-6 | REGISTER  Play chess and make new friends.  

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: 7
Event Details:

Grades 1-6 | REGISTER 

Play chess and make new friends.

 

Evolution of the Modern Zombie

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join Scott Kenemore – best-selling author of Zombie-in-Chief: Eater of the Free World and Zombie Illinois – on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Hait...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Join Scott Kenemore – best-selling author of Zombie-in-Chief: Eater of the Free World and Zombie Illinois – on a rollicking tour of the zombie’s origins in Haitian mysticism through its evolutions in pop cultu

Upcycle Jewelry Design

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Energize your style! Revamp materials into distinctive accessories. Bring your pieces, unleash creativity with our tools, and craft new, exciting jewelry.

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

Energize your style! Revamp materials into distinctive accessories. Bring your pieces, unleash creativity with our tools, and craft new, exciting jewelry.

The Many Lives of Kal Penn

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions, Community Event
Event Details:

We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. H...

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

We are thrilled to welcome Kal Penn to close out our 3rd season. Penn is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement.

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Zoom Programs

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

Paper Flowers on the Silhouette

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ages 8+ | DROP IN | The Hub Featured Topic: Heat Transfer Decals Become certified on our Silhouette Cameo to reserve it for use in The Hub. No prior experience required. A...

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

Ages 8+ | DROP IN | The Hub

Beach Scene

Art with Flair

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Paint a scene with acrylics in this relaxing and friendly class. No experience necessary! A $5.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

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

Paint a scene with acrylics in this relaxing and friendly class. No experience necessary! A $5.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

Stories and songs

Cinco de Mayo Storytime

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Event Details:

Come celebrate with us! This themed event will be filled with stories, games, songs, and a Cinco de Mayo craft for all to enjoy!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Come celebrate with us! This themed event will be filled with stories, games, songs, and a Cinco de Mayo craft for all to enjoy!

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Teen Time

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 | DROP-IN

Stop by after school to hang out, play games, make crafts, or get some homework done. Snacks provided.

Crafting with Love for Mother's Day

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Crafting with Love for Mother's Day

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Yin and Yang of Mindfulness

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Mindfulness is often explained as having faraway Asian roots embedded in the past. Yet there are many accessible examples of yin and yang that you can find in contemporary life. Jo...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Mindfulness is often explained as having faraway Asian roots embedded in the past. Yet there are many accessible examples of yin and yang that you can find in contemporary life.

Crafting with Love for Mother's Day

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Tween
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Create a special craft using the tools, technology, and materials in our maker space, The Hub. Register for only one session.

Embroidery Machine 101

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
The Hub - Brother PE780D Embroidery Machine 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! You will even...

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub - Brother PE780D Embroidery Machine
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!

Beginner Laser Cutting

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter and leave with a small, completed project!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using the library's laser cutter and leave with a small, completed project!

Teen Dice Rollers

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic Dungeons & Dragons campaign!

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic Dungeons & Dragons campaign!

Donut Worry Be Happy

Donut Worry Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Early Elementary
Event Details:

Donut worry summertime is ALMOST here! Come celebrate the season with stories, a craft, and sweet treats.  Some sweet facts about these sweet treats: There are many types a...

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

Donut worry summertime is ALMOST here! Come celebrate the season with stories, a craft, and sweet treats. 

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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Monday, May 13, 2024 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.

Chess

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

7th Grade & Up | REGISTER Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun.  

Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

7th Grade & Up | REGISTER

Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun.