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Yoga and Meditation with Kelly

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 6, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: 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 

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Holiday Harmonies at the Library

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Experience light holiday music in the lobby of the library provided by pianist Clay Corso! Savor cheerful, seasonal melodies while you browse the shelves and soak in the warmth of the season.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yours Affectionately, Jane Austen

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 7, 2025 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults | REGISTER

This event is in the "Kids" group

Youth Chess Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 8, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring chess masters! Are you ready to make your moves with strategy and skill? Join us as we come together to challenge ourselves, sharpen our minds, and build lasting friendships.

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:

Bring your own materials and connect with fellow fiber art fans! Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or loom projects with fellow crafting enthusiasts.  Loom knitting, crocheting, and knitting kits are ready for use and checkout in The Hub.

This event is in the "Families" group
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Community Event, Storytimes
Event Details:

Pop in to our Storytime and Sing Along at the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museums' Grayslake Giving Trees exhibit! Make a craft and enjoy the community's creativity to celebrate the holiday season!

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

Chess Club

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room C
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.  

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Holiday Wrap Session

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Event Details:

You bring the gifts—we’ve got everything else! Join us for a cheerful night of wrapping, chatting, and holiday productivity. We’ll supply the paper, bows, and ribbons while you take care of the wrapping.

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

Yoga with Ms. Mrunal

4:30pm–5:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
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. 

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 "Adults" group

Be Scam Savvy

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
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 about the common tactics that tech scammers use so you can keep your wallet safe.

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

10:00am–10:30am
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 "Adults" group

Books and Brews

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 11, 2025 @ 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 coffee or (tea) and stay for a chat! 

Help us celebrate author, Jane Austen's 250th birthday!

December's pick is Pride and Prejudice! 

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 "Tween" group

Chess Beginners Workshop

4:00pm–5:15pm
Kids, Tween
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 15, 2025 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Sewing - Hand Warmers

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
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 A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use a sewing machine and make hand warmers to help stay warm this winter!  Choose your own design and fabric, some hand sewing required.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

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

Beginner Sewing - Hand Warmers

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
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 A
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 make hand warmers to help stay warm this winter!  Choose your own design and fabric, some hand sewing required.  A $3.00 materials fee is due upon registration.

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

Dice Rollers: Campaign

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
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 A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a party of adventurers in an epic Dungeons & Dragons 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

Cocoa and Crafting Storytime

6:00pm–6:45pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
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, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy up for a special winter storytime featuring seasonal tales, delicious hot cocoa, and a fun craft activity! Perfect for families eager to celebrate the magic of winter together.

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

Cocoa and Crafting Storytime

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
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, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy up for a special winter storytime featuring seasonal tales, delicious hot cocoa, and a fun craft activity! Perfect for families eager to celebrate the magic of winter together.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sweet Escape: Adult Cocoa Crawl

11:00am–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Warm up this season with a sweet stroll through the library! Join us for a cozy Cocoa Crawl designed just for adults.

This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Tween, 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. This month's craft focus will be zines and journals. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

RESCHEDULED Yoga and Meditation with Kelly

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on December 20, 2025 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

(RESCHEUDLED FROM 11/29)

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We require each attendee to register their name.  If you are registering more than one person at a time, register each one separately.