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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

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tween, Teens, Adults
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group.
This event is in the "Tween" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Community Field Trip: GAPL

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Hey there! Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the library before your favorite books land on the shelves? Join one of our fabulous librarians for a special tour.

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

Advanced Embroidery Machine Techniques

6:00pm - 7:15pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You've already learned how to use the embroidery machines - so let's kick it up a notch and inspire you further!  This demonstration will cover advanced techniques such as applique, fringe, and freestanding lace.

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

Chess Beginners Workshop

4:00pm - 5:15pm
Kids, Tween
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: 12
Event Details:

Are you new to the game of chess? Join us as we go over all the pieces, rules, and basic 
strategies. Remember this is for beginners and we won't be playing many games.

 

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

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

Laser Cutting Project: Drinking Glass

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
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 how to use the library's laser cutter and go home with a small project!

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

History of Native Americans

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
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: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate and honor National Native American Heritage Month with us and the Lake County Forest Preserves! 

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.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Books and Brew

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for a chat, stay for a brew! 

November Books is: The Fury by Alex Michaelides

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

BabyTales

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Social Gatherings, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months | DROP-IN

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

Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 5-10 | Register

Join this interactive Yoga class designed specifically for kids!! No experience is necessary. Bring a towel or yoga mat.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library BOOK SALE

10:00am - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Discover literary treasures at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Uncover a diverse selection of books at unbeatable prices while supporting your local library.

Book Sale Hours: 

Friday: 10am - 3pm

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pokémon Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
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: 11
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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends of the Library BOOK SALE

10:00am - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Discover literary treasures at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Uncover a diverse selection of books at unbeatable prices while supporting your local library.

Book Sale Hours: 

Friday: 10am - 3pm

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

Open Playtime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 0-3 | DROP-IN

Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons!  Drop in to build, play, and make new friends.

All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian 

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

Fry Bread & Folktales

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Food, family, and fun! We will read the book Fry Bread and talk about our own special family traditions, then make some fry bread to eat!

What is Fry Bread?

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

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Teens, Adults
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: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

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

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

4:45pm - 6:15pm
Teens, Adults
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: 1
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

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

The Listening Party @ Andy's Records!

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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.

Beginner Sewing - Casserole Hot Pad

6:45pm - 8:15pm
Teens, Adults
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: 7
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Hub sewing machines and make a casserole hot pad just in time to protect your holiday table!  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration. Register for only one session.

 

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

StoryQuest

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Kids, Early Elementary
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5-10 | DROP-IN

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dice Rollers

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join a band of adventures in an epic D&D campaign!

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.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!