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Yoga and Meditation with Kelly

Saturday, January 3, 2026 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

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 

 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 3, 2026 @ 10:00am.
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
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 

 

Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

​Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars in the world. Her songs cover the full emotional spectrum, from love and friendship to heartbreak and grief, but did you know many also contain literary references?

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

​Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars in the world. Her songs cover the full emotional spectrum, from love and friendship to heartbreak and grief, but did you know many also contain literary references?

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Dead Air: The Night Orson Wells Terrified America

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

On October 30, 1938, during a broadcast of H G.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

On October 30, 1938, during a broadcast of H G.

Charging Your Worth with Confidence

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join Chelsie Tamms, the designer and brand strategist for Lettering Works, in identifying the ways to only say yes to the best (and biggest opportunities) while also staying profitable. Hosted by the Indian Trails Public Library.

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

Join Chelsie Tamms, the designer and brand strategist for Lettering Works, in identifying the ways to only say yes to the best (and biggest opportunities) while also staying profitable. Hosted by the Indian Trails Public Library.

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Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

Wednesday, January 14, 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, Tween

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, Tween
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. 

Create with Canva

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of the graphic design platform Canva.

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: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of the graphic design platform Canva.

Project Management for Beginners

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join PMI-certified instructor Michael Spilg for an introductory session on project management. Learn the basics of Traditional, Agile, and Hybrid approaches, key team roles, and essential tools.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on January 22, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join PMI-certified instructor Michael Spilg for an introductory session on project management. Learn the basics of Traditional, Agile, and Hybrid approaches, key team roles, and essential tools.

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Zoom Programs

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

Full STEAM Ahead: Food Science

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 involving food. Discover the quirky, odd, amazing, and delicious truths about foods and snacks we love to eat.  

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:

Ages 6 and up | REGISTER 

Engage in some experiments involving food. Discover the quirky, odd, amazing, and delicious truths about foods and snacks we love to eat.  

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Andertoons: Learn to Draw Robots

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween

Hello, carbon based life form. BEEP! Sign up for this cartoon robot drawing class with Mark Anderson of Andertoons. Human children will learn to draw automatons, robots, droids, mechs and more. WHIRR!

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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, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hello, carbon based life form. BEEP! Sign up for this cartoon robot drawing class with Mark Anderson of Andertoons. Human children will learn to draw automatons, robots, droids, mechs and more. WHIRR!

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An Evening with Paul Lisnek

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Schaumburg, and Barrington Areas and various Illinois libraries are proud to partner on the kick off of our 2026 Civic Awareness Series, a program dedicated to the continued civic education and engagemen

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

The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Schaumburg, and Barrington Areas and various Illinois libraries are proud to partner on the kick off of our 2026 Civic Awareness Series, a program dedicated to the continued civic education and engagemen

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Curling 101 with the Chicago Curling Club

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Clubs and Book Discussions
Age Group:
All Ages

Get ready for the Winter Olympics right here at the library!

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for the Winter Olympics right here at the library!

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Sourdough Made Simple

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Curious about sourdough? Join Andrea Pracht of My Kitchen Clatter for a beginner-friendly introduction to sourdough baking.

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about sourdough? Join Andrea Pracht of My Kitchen Clatter for a beginner-friendly introduction to sourdough baking.

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Chicago Roller Skating History

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Roll down memory lane with author and roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she shares the fascinating, 140-year story of roller skating in Chicago.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 1, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll down memory lane with author and roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she shares the fascinating, 140-year story of roller skating in Chicago.

Paint a Rocket with Mr. Nash

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
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!

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
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!

Project Management & AI: Tools for Productivity

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Join PMI-certified instructor Michael Spilg for Part 2 of our project management series. Explore how AI tools like ChatGPT can boost productivity and support project work.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 3, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join PMI-certified instructor Michael Spilg for Part 2 of our project management series. Explore how AI tools like ChatGPT can boost productivity and support project work.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom Programs

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

Crafting with Love

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween

Ages 8-11 | REGISTER

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

Ages 8-11 | REGISTER

Crafting with Love

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

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

Ages 8-12 | REGISTER

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Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

Wednesday, February 11, 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, Tween

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, Tween
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. 

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Love on Tap: Pour-Traits

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults

Grab a drink and a partner for a creative night out this Valentine's week! In this playful twist on paint-and-sip, couples will take turns sketching one another while enjoying Beer Bazaar’s amazing craft brews.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on February 11, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab a drink and a partner for a creative night out this Valentine's week! In this playful twist on paint-and-sip, couples will take turns sketching one another while enjoying Beer Bazaar’s amazing craft brews.

Disclaimer(s)

Offsite

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Echoes of Africa: Art & Folktales

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families

All Ages | REGISTER

Celebrate Black History Month with Storytelling, Music, and Culture.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on February 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Ages | REGISTER

Celebrate Black History Month with Storytelling, Music, and Culture.

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom Programs

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

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Secrets of Survival: Animals in Winter

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary

Ages 4-8 | REGISTER

How Do Animals Survive Winter? 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 12, 2026 @ 5:45pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 4-8 | REGISTER

How Do Animals Survive Winter? 

Full STEAM Ahead Food Science 2

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 involving food. Discover the quirky, odd, amazing, and delicious truths about foods and snacks we love to eat.  

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:

Ages 6 and up | REGISTER 

Engage in some experiments involving food. Discover the quirky, odd, amazing, and delicious truths about foods and snacks we love to eat.  

Beginner Sewing - Bowl Cozy

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room ABC at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings, STEAM / Maker
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew as bowl cozy!  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 ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Social Gatherings, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew as bowl cozy!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

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Soy Sauce Secrets and Dumpling Delights

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Program Room at Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween

Join us on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of soy sauce and discover how this versatile sauce has been utilized in various cultures for centuries.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 17, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of soy sauce and discover how this versatile sauce has been utilized in various cultures for centuries.